Life in the Nursery

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

“Nursery builds the foundations for a journey of discovery and adventure.”

Toddler Room

For children aged two to three

Our Toddler Room marks the beginning of a wonderful journey for our youngest children at Birkenhead School. This warm, welcoming space is thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity and encourage exploration, offering a variety of engaging areas where children can learn, play, and grow.

The space consists of two large, well-equipped rooms, along with an outdoor play area and garden, offering endless opportunities for exploration and play.

Rising 3s Room

For children aged three

The Rising 3s Room is the next step after the Toddler Room, where children are gently encouraged to develop greater independence in preparation for Pre Prep. In this vibrant space, learning continues through play, with large, thoughtfully designed areas for imaginative and role play.
The children also enjoy daily walks around our expansive school campus, exploring the wider grounds and connecting with nature. The spacious rooms are filled with engaging activities and opportunities for exploration, fostering creativity and curiosity at every turn.

Outdoor Learning

Outdoor learning is a cornerstone of life at the Nursery, with our outdoor areas offering abundant opportunities for creativity, exploration, and hands-on problem-solving.

Through outdoor play, children connect with nature, learning to nurture living things, enjoy fresh air, and expand their understanding of the world around them.

We’re fortunate to have access to the School’s extensive facilities, allowing us to regularly explore areas like the School field, pond, pirate ship, and Forest School on guided walks.

Daily Routine

Sessions Available

Full Day​​​:​             8am to 6pm
Morning Session​:     ​  8am to 12.30pm
Afternoon Session​:​  1.30pm to 6pm

During the day, a range of activities take place:

8am Nursery opens
8.30am Breakfast
9am to 11.30am Playtime to enhance children’s learning including outdoor play
11.30am to 12.15pm Lunchtime
12.30pm We say farewell to our morning session children, and for those staying, it’s time for nap and some quiet activities
1.30pm The afternoon session begins and we say hello to children who are with us for the afternoon
1.30pm to 3.40pm Playtime to enhance children’s learning including outdoor play
3.45pm Afternoon tea
4.15pm Playtime to enhance children’s learning including outdoor play  
5.30pm Preparation for home
6pm Home time

Progression to Pre Prep 

The move to Pre Prep is a natural step for children the term after their third birthday and play dates, games and activities all support the move so that children are happy, confident and ready for their next adventure.

The Nursery and Pre-Prep teams work closely together so that the children and families become familiar with both the setting and the Pre-Prep team before they move.

  • Children have lots of fun trying on the Pre-Prep uniform in Nursery that also helps them practice being more independent
  • Children visit Pre-Prep and the Dining Hall during their walks so that they become familiar with their new settings
  • Stories and material are shared with children in the Nursery so that they become familiar with Pre-Prep
  • Transition Evenings are held during the year for parents whose children are making the move to Pre-Prep

Children also have the opportunity to spend a full day in Pre-Prep in the summer term to familiarise themselves with the classroom and the routines.

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Sixth Form Options Evening

-Thursday 30th January 2025 – 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Senior Assessment Days

-September 2025 Entry (Year 6 applicants) – 20th, 21st & 22nd January 2025

Prep Taster Days

Various dates available throughout January and February 2025