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Our Values: Ambition, Compassion and Resilience

"Pupils feel safe at school. They have trusted adults to turn to if they need help or support. They have confidence that staff will help them resolve any issues related to unkind behaviour."
Ofsted 2026

"NURSERY PLACES FOR 3 YEAR OLDS IN SEPTEMBER"
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"You are the light of the world... let your light shine

before others, that they may see your good deeds

and glorify your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:14-16

"The school has achieved an award for extending pupils’ understanding of world religions." SIAMS 2019

"Pupils value the school’s outdoor spaces and opportunities to play with their friends. They enjoy a range of clubs and activities. Pupils understand the school's vision to 'let your light shine'” Ofsted 2026

"Worship is invitational allowing pupils of no religious affiliation to contribute with integrity."  SIAMS 2019

"The school has achieved an award for extending pupils’ understanding of world religions." SIAMS 2019

"Staff successfully promote a love of reading. Pupils enjoy spending time in the library reading from a range of carefully selected books which are matched to their interests and abilities." Ofsted 2026

"Reading is a strength of the school, alongside carefully planned trips and workshops which complement the curriculum." Ofsted 2026

Our Vision: Let Your Light Shine - Matthew 5:16

Session Information

2025/2026 Sessions and charges are as follows

  • 8:30-11:30 (Morning session)
  • 8:30-12:30 (Morning session and staying for lunch)
  • 12:30-3:30 (Afternoon session)
  • 8:30-3:30 (All day)

We now accept children from the age of 2.

Children aged two, three and four can use the Nursery Education Grant to access 15 or 30 hours of free Nursery education. For more details about the criteria please visit https://childcare-support.tax.service.gov.uk.  Parents or carers will be required to complete an EY4P funding form to inform us of the hours they are eligible for.

  • Any additional hours required would be subject to charge at £4.50 per hour. Nursery class fees are payable one term in advance, and are non-refundable if your child fails to attend.
  • We require each child to attend a minimum of 10 hours per week.
  • Please view our EYFS policy for more information.

 

Lunchtime:
Children can either bring their own lunch in a labelled lunch box, or purchase a hot meal from the school kitchen for a small daily charge.  Information on prices and how to order will be shared during the Little Stars induction process.  Tables are prepared for a ‘meal together’. A member of our staff will sit at the table during lunch, promoting table manners and encouraging independence.

Lunch is not hurried, the children then sit down on the carpet and listen to a story afterwards.

Want to know more?

  • See ‘Nursery Day to Day’ under our website’s class pages for an insight into our curriculum and the learning that takes place each term. 
  • Or get in touch to arrange a visit: office@stbarnabasprimaryschool.co.uk / Tel: 01454 862233

Extended Services:

Breakfast Club: (7:30 – 8:30am) £4.50 per session.
Children arrive and eat breakfast together, in the main school hall. Then at 8:00 are taken across to the nursery class, where they share a story with an adult and prepare for the day ahead.

The Zone Out of School Club: (3:30 – 6:00pm)
Privately owned, and run in the nursery classroom. ‘The Zone’ Out of School Club is Ofsted registered and situated in a classroom at St Barnabas Primary School, which caters for all children aged 3-11 years. Their aim is to provide a welcoming, enjoyable, fun and safe place where the children can come and play, relax, join in with activities and socialise with friends. If you would like to enquire then please contact: office@thezone1.co.uk