Camborne Nursery School and Family Services - Cornwall

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Congratulations to Camborne Nursery School
We are absolutely delighted and incredibly proud that our school has been chosen by the Department for Education to become the designated “Cornwall and Beyond Early Years Stronger Practice Hub” for Cornwall, Isles of Scilly and North Devon. This is a fantastic…

NEW Under 2’s classroom with access to our beautiful garden
We are very excited to now be offering places to children aged 18 months. Our outstanding nursery provision is now registered to Ofsted for younger children. In July 2026 we were awarded an expansion grant from Cornwall Council to refurbish…

We have spaces available NOW!
We have spaces available for your child aged 18 months to 4 year olds. Our nursery sessions are 9.00am to 12.00pm and 12.00pm to 3.00pm. We also offer a breakfast club and after school club. We offer free places if…

Stay and Play group 2026
Come and play on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1.15pm to 2.30pm. This is a fun session for children aged 0-3. Activities include painting, play dough, stories, songs and sensory activities. You will also have access to our fantastic outdoor areas.…

A guide to nursery funding 2026
All children receive 15 hours of free nursery education from the age of 3 (funding starts the term after your child’s third birthday). There are other types of funding that your child may be eligible for: 30 funding for working…

Federation of Camborne Nursery School and Truro Nursery School – Cornwall Nursery Schools Federation
Camborne Nursery School and Truro Nursery School have federated. The new federated name is Cornwall Nursery Schools Federation. The federation will respect and uphold the identities and unique qualities of each school in order to reflect their communities. There will…

We were on TV!
The BBC and National Literacy Trust have been at Camborne Nursery School today filming and sharing our World Book Day Celebrations. We had a great time sharing one of this year’s books “The Magic Balloon.” Books and stories play an…

5 consecutive Outstanding OFSTED reports
In January 2025 we received our 5th consecutive Outstanding OFSTED report! You can read the report here: OFSTED Report 2025 Here are some of the highlights: “Children benefit from warm and nurturing relationships. As a result, they feel happy and safe.”…

The Froebel Trust

We work closely with The Froebel Trust. We have completed training for all staff to develop our practice and embed Froebelian principles. Our headteacher Emma has recently recorded a podcast to discuss the new Froebel pamphlet that she wrote with…

Outdoor Learning

Our outdoor environment with its fantastic sand and water garden has been designed by Wendy Titman, specifically for children under 5. We work alongside the children developing their understanding of the natural world, including campfire activities and apple pressing. We have outdoor learning activities and all weather outdoor clothes to allow children the freedom to choose where they play. The children visit the local beach and continue their exploration of the natural world through adult led activities.

Vision and Ethos

"To bring the world to the child and to take the child into the world”

We will provide a safe, caring happy environment.
We will value and respect all children, parents, carers and staff.
We have a commitment to lifelong learning for everyone.
We believe children learn through investigation, exploration and play.

Events

Thursday 23rd July 2026
Last day of the school year

Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th September 2026
INSET days

Monday 7th September 2026
First day of the school year