Marlbrook Primary School

In our setting, the adults observe and wait for a moment in which they feel they can make a difference. They interact to teach the next steps appropriate to the individual child. Each time the adults interact with a child, they are observing, assessing, planning for and responding to that individual child. The interactions are the most important and powerful teaching moments.

We are proud of the learning environment we have created. The children can choose to play inside or outside, with classroom doors remaining open.  From day one, the children are supported to explore the environment to see what is available, to select the resources they would like, to use them appropriately and to tidy the area when they have finished.  The timetable has been designed to give the children the maximum amount of ‘free flow’ time and our staff are always there to support the children in their activities.

Physical Activity

Being physically active is important at any age, but particularly so between the ages of 3 and 5, as this not only supports health and well being but is important for brain development too. Physical activity is as important for  a child's education and development as literacy and numeracy! Activity can be spread throughout the day to avoid long periods of being sedentary, with at least one hour being  vigorous enough to make them out of breath. In line with recommendations from the Chief medical officer of 180 minutes (3 hours) of activity every day,  Marlbrook Nursery offers lots of opportunity to be active both inside and out, to help towards this goal. Please see the link below for ways that you can also contribute to achieve this target, as well as some tips for healthier eating choices. 

Help your child move every day- Information for parents

Children are able to attend Marlbrook nursery class from the age of 3 years old. 

Every child is entitled to 15 hours a week funded by the government.

Some working parents may be eligible for 30 hours a week funding.

To check for eligibility visit https://www.gov.uk/get-free-childcare-if-youre-working

At Marlbrook we offer 15 hour funded sessions every morning-

Monday to Friday 8.30am-11.30am   or every afternoon-

Monday to Friday 12.30pm-3.30pm.

Children that have 30 hour funding attend all day - 8.30am -3.30pm.

These children bring a packed lunch to nursery.

 
Please note:

A PLACE AT MARLBROOK NURSERY DOES NOT GUARANTEE A PLACE AT MARLBROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL.
School applications are a separate matter governed by the Local Authority.

Please visit:  https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/schools-education/primary-school-admissions/3

If you would like more information about Marlbrook Nursery please contact:

hosborne@fernacademytrust.co.uk

Application forms can also be collected from Marlbrook school office. 

If you are looking for local activities or groups to join with your child in the holidays or when not in nursery why not pop over to the Herefordshire children's centre Facebook page - it is updated regularly and lists some really lovely things to do locally.

https://www.facebook.com/HfdsChildrensCentres/