Moorlands Nursery School
Inspiring confident, curious and capable learners from the very beginning.
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At Moorlands Nursery School, we provide high-quality early years education within a nurturing, inclusive and community-centred environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.
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As a National Award Winning ‘Early Years Team’ and one of only two maintained nursery schools in Milton Keynes, we are proud to offer an education-led approach delivered by qualified teachers, experienced practitioners and a dedicated support team.
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Located within a Family Centre and serving the community for over 40 years, Moorlands Nursery School has supported generations of children and families through high-quality early education, care and inclusion.
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We believe every child deserves opportunities to feel safe, valued, successful and inspired from the very beginning of their learning journey.
Through our nurturing environment, ambitious curriculum and strong relationships, children develop confidence, communication, independence, curiosity, resilience and a lifelong love of learning.
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Commitment. Confidence. Collaboration.
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Strengthening a community to create confident learners.
Serving a community for generations.
"Community and nurture are values at the heart of this small school" Ofsted (2024)
Our Ethos
We put children at the very heart of everything we do to provide the best start to early education.
We believe that every child has a voice that matters.
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Our inclusive school values children as individuals - and we tailor education and development to support every child to be their best.
Our Vision
Our vision is built around community - together we help children aim high.
Commitment - to aim high in our aspirations and service to others.
Confidence - to know our strengths and foster self-confidence in others.
Collaboration - to work in community partnership to nurture every child's individual potential.
Inclusive Early Education
Supporting every child to thrive
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Moorlands Nursery School is proud to be an inclusive setting that celebrates every child’s individuality.
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We support children with a wide range of needs and experiences, including children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), through:
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experienced and knowledgeable staff
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a full-time SENCo
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strong family partnerships
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close multi-agency collaboration
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responsive learning approaches tailored to individual children.
We believe inclusion is at the heart of outstanding early years practice and that every child deserves equal opportunities to learn, communicate, develop friendships and succeed.
Learning Through Play
Building strong foundations for lifelong learning
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Our responsive curriculum is designed around children’s interests, developmental needs and next steps.
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Through meaningful play, exploration and positive relationships, children develop skills across all areas of learning, including:
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communication and language
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personal, social and emotional development
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physical development
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literacy and mathematics
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understanding the world
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expressive arts and design.
We encourage children to become confident learners who are curious, creative and ready for future success.
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​Why Moorlands Nursery?
Fundamental British Values
Preparing children for life in modern Britain
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At Moorlands Nursery School, children learn the importance of kindness, respect, inclusion and positive relationships through everyday experiences.
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We actively promote:
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mutual respect and tolerance
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democracy and shared decision-making
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individual liberty
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understanding rules and expectations
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appreciation of diverse cultures, families and communities.
These values are embedded throughout our curriculum, routines and interactions.
What Ofsted said
A nurturing and ambitious learning environment
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Our experienced team is committed to providing high-quality early education where children feel happy, secure and inspired to learn.
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“Staff understand how young children learn best.”
Ofsted 2024
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“Children arrive each day with a huge smile.”
Ofsted 2024
What we said
School Self-Assessment (SEF: 2024-25)
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The Quality of Education Good
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Behaviour and Attitudes Outstanding
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Personal Development Outstanding
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Leadership and Management Good
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Early Years Provision Outstanding
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Overall Effectiveness Good
Contact Us
Beanhill Local Centre
Dodkin, Milton Keynes
MK6 4LP
01908 113008
Proud Winners
Pearson National Teaching Awards
Bronze Winner
Early Years Team of the Year
2024 and 2025
