Ogley Hay Nursery School, Walsall
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Ogley Hay transforms shy, quiet children into confident learners with impressive vocabulary development. Staff work as a unified team to help every child succeed academically and emotionally, with particular strength in supporting children who arrive with skills below their age level. Parents consistently praise the nursery as a fabulous, nurturing place that quickly helps their children flourish.
Key Strengths
- Children make excellent progress from below-average starting points and are fully prepared for Reception
- Exceptional language development and strong focus on keeping children safe in daily routines
- High-quality support for children with special educational needs and disadvantaged children
- Positive relationships between children and staff creating a calm, purposeful learning environment
- Strong partnerships with parents and involvement in school improvement activities
Areas for Improvement
- Increase opportunities for children to develop and extend their writing skills
- Ensure more frequent practice in writing across the curriculum
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective, with staff placing paramount importance on safety in day-to-day routines and senior leaders responding promptly to any concerns about children's well-being.
Extracurricular Activities
Baby group (under 1 year), toddler group (ages 1-2), holiday challenges, sensory garden exploration, educational visits
Ogley Hay Nursery School continues to be outstanding, with leadership that maintains exceptional quality of education and a strong focus on improving life chances for children and families.
At a Glance
0.0%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
Not Applicable
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Area Demand Pressure - Walsall
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Admissions Demand - Walsall
Places available
4,057
Applications
3,772
Got 1st preference
75.9%
Got preferred school
93.9%
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