Nursery and Pre-school

Welcome to Dunalley Nursery and Pre-school  
Dunalley Primary School benefits fromits very ownnursery and pre-school, situated within the school. There are three purpose-built rooms, including a kitchen area and cloakrooms designed for young children. The children have access to a fantastic secure outside area which leads into our Forest School field and bike track, all surrounded by trees and a range of wildlife. We are able to build strong links with Reception as we are next to their the outside space.
This will create a smooth transition for children as they move from Nursery and Pre-School into Reception. 
The Nursery and Pre-School, as part of the school community, have access to the school hall, playing field and adventure playground. 
 

We understand that young children learn best through play and have designed the spaces so children have access to a range of high-quality resources, that engage, stimulates and extends their learning, supported and guided by highly qualified and experienced Early Years teachers and practitioners.  

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, supported by Birth to 5 Matters. Through this we build a foundation that ignites children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. The following link outlines the key areas of learning and development for parents and carers.

The nursery and pre-school day runs from 8am through to 5pm 
Morning sessions       9-12 (core hours)
Early sessions start at 8am or 8.30am as a chargeable service.


Afternoon sessions   12-3 (core hours)
Late sessions run until 5pm as a chargeable service.


Children aged 3 years old can come all day, mornings or afternoon sessions. 
Children aged 2 years 9 months are able to attend subject to staffing levels.

To express an interest in a place for your child please complete the Admission form via the link below:

Funding: Used during our core hours 9am - 3pm
Childcare funding is available for children, starting the term after they turn 2 years old. All children can receive universal 15 hours or you may be eligible for 30 hours funding. For more information follow the link below:

Visiting Nursery & Pre-School:
Please contact us either by phone on 01242 512391 or via email [email protected] to discuss a visit.
Please refer to our terms and conditions for pricing information.

OPAL Stay & Play

27 Sep 2024

We would like to invite all of our families to join us for an OPAL Stay & Play on Saturday 5th October from 10am - 12pm.

Donations for OPAL

15 Sep 2024

If you are thinking of having a pre-Christmas sort out please keep OPAL in mind for the usual donations.

Dunalley Pantry

05 Sep 2024

We would like to remind our families about Dunalley Pantry.
Set up to help families who are struggling with the cost of living crisis.

Free Uniform

01 Sep 2024

We have lots of unclaimed uniform items here at school, should you need anything for your child(ren) please pop along and see us.

Back to School

08 Aug 2024

We are looking forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday 4th September

Dunalley Pantry

31 Jul 2024

Our Dunalley Pantry will be open during the school holidays.
9am to 10.30am on Thursdays 1st, 8th & 29th August


Helping where we can.

Exceptional Learners

22 Jul 2024

Thank you to all of our children for their hard work and perseverance this year. Visitors to our school always comment on our focused learners.

Non-uniform Day

24 Jun 2024

We raised £300 from our non school uniform day on Friday.
£150 each for the Air Ambulance & The Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Dunalley Diddies

03 Jun 2024

Open to parents/carers of babies 0-1yrs old, on Wednesdays 1.45pm-3pm. For more info pop along and speak to Hannah Street in Nursery & Pre-school.

Nursery & Pre-school spaces available

13 May 2024

Dunalley Nursery & Pre-school have sessions available for September 2024.
Contact us now for further information.