Exciting News: Whitkirk Primary Awarded Funding for Brand-New Nursery Opening in 2025
Posted 23rd April 2025
Whitkirk Primary School is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded £146,980.79 in government funding to create a brand-new, school-based nursery, which is set to open in September 2025.
One of just seven schools in Leeds selected for this funding, Whitkirk Primary will offer 26 nursery places for three-year-olds, expanding its high-quality early years provision and further supporting families in the local community.
The school’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is already a vibrant and highly sought-after environment. The Reception class is consistently oversubscribed, and in the latest Ofsted inspection (March 2023), Whitkirk Primary was rated ‘Good’ overall, with its EYFS provision receiving an ‘Outstanding’ rating.
The new nursery will provide a nurturing, play-based learning environment designed to support children’s early development and ensure a smooth transition into school life.
Miss Gemma Quarmby, Headteacher at Whitkirk Primary, shared her excitement,
“We are incredibly proud to be opening our very own school nursery. This new provision will have a lasting impact on our community, providing children with the best possible start to their education and ensuring a smooth transition into primary school. Our EYFS setting is already a fantastic environment for young learners, and we are eager to build on this strong foundation to offer even more opportunities for our children.”
Amanda Thornton Jones, Trust Director of Primary Education, added, “At Red Kite Learning Trust, we are committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities from the very start of a child’s educational journey. The new nursery at Whitkirk Primary School will ensure more children can benefit from high-quality early years provision, helping to lay strong foundations for future success both in school and beyond.”
Open Evening: Prospective families are warmly invited to find out more about the new nursery and meet the team at an Open Evening on Wednesday, 14th May at 5:00pm.
We can’t wait to welcome our youngest learners in 2025!
