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The Atrium, North Walsham and The Old School, Scottow
Brightstart provides a safe, prepared and calm environment in which children are free to learn naturally from their surroundings. We cater for children between 2 years old and school age.
We have been established in North Walsham since 1996. Our second Nursery opened in the refurbished former Scottow School, The Fairstead, Scottow in September 2008. Our North Walsham Nursery has been based in purpose-built facilities at The Atrium, Spenser Avenue since January 2012.

We are Ofsted registered. Both Nurseries received very positive Ofsted reports at their most recent inspections. (North Walsham EY435785: November 2018, Scottow EY375401: November 2019.)

All children receive Norfolk County Council funding from the start of the term after their third birthday. This funding covers 15 hours per week. Some children are eligible for 30 hours funding per week, depending on parent / carer circumstances. In addition, some two year old children are entitled to County Council funding. Any additional hours for funded children and sessions for children who do not receive funding are invoiced termly. Details of our fees are available on request.

Please contact us for further information or to arrange a visit to see us in action!

Contact us for further information

Vacancy update
We have limited vacancies for our Scottow and North Walsham Nurseries for the 2022/23 academic year. We are currently accepting applications for immediate starts as well as those who wish to start in Jan 2023, April 2023 and September 2023 at both Nurseries. Please contact us as soon as possible to secure your required sessions.

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Brightstart Montessori Nursery | The Atrium, North Walsham and The Old School, Scottow

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Brightstart provides a safe, prepared and calm environment in which children are free to learn naturally from their surroundings. We cater for children between 2 years old and school age. We have been established in North Walsham since 1996. Our second Nursery opened in the refurbished former Scottow School, The Fairstead, Scottow in September 2008.

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Lots of information to help with the costs of childcare

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Is my child too ill to attend Brightstart?

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Is my child too ill to attend Brightstart?

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Advice and guidance on finding childcare in Norfolk, funded childcare and early learning, keeping children safe in childcare and ideas for 0-5s learning and playing at home.

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Norfolk County Council Parents and Carers Zone

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Norfolk County Council Parents and Carers Zone

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Sign in or register to open a Norfolk Education Online account (NEO)

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Baby and toddler screen time guidance - Best Start in Life

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Guidance for parents on managing screen time for under 5s. Learn what’s recommended and how to build healthy habits from an early age.

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Norfolk County Council admission to Reception classes

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Norfolk County Council admission to Reception classes

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The admission round for entry to reception classes for the School Year 2023/24 opens on 26 September 2022 and closes on 15 January 2023.

When does a child start school?

If your child was born between 1 September 2018 and 31 August 2019, they are due to start school in reception class in the school year starting September 2023 and are entitled to a full-time place.

Parents are entitled to defer their child's admission or request that their child attend on a part-time basis. By law, children must start statutory education full-time no later than the beginning of the term following their fifth birthday.

Important

You must make an application for a reception class place, even if your child currently attends a nursery class at the same school. However, attendance at a nursery attached to a school, does not normally give you any priority for a place at that school.

Make an application
Apply online
If you apply online, decisions will be made available during the day on 17 April 2023 via our School admissions website.

If you would like an application form to be sent to you, you can request one via our general enquiry form.

The admissions process in Norfolk

Full information and frequently asked questions can be found in Parents guide 2023/24 (pdf).

The Guide to Primary and Infant Schools will provide further information on each Infant and Primary school in Norfolk. Please also visit SchoolFinder for additional information.

First admission to school timetable 2023-24

Round opens - 26 September 2022

Round closes - 15 January 2023

National Offer Day when school place decisions are made available - 17 April 2023

Appeals closing date - 12 May 2023

Mini admission round to consider changes - 20 May 2023

Appeals hearings - June/July 2023

Waiting lists maintained until 31 December 2023

Contact us

If you have questions about admissions please use our contact form to get in touch.

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The admission round for entry to reception classes for the School Year 2023/24 opens on 26 September 2022 and closes on 15 January 2023. If your child was born between 1 September 2018 and 31 August 2019, they are due to start school in reception class in the school year starting September 2023 and are entitled to a full-time place.

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Starting Reception website - Your child's journey to school starts at home.

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Starting Reception website - Your child's journey to school starts at home.

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What should I do if I have concerns about my child's development?

If you're worried about your child's progress, talk to your childminder/nursery/pre-school team, health visitor, local children's centre or Family Hub.

If your child has developmental delays or SEND (suspected or confirmed), speak to their nursery, childminder, or health visitor/nursery/pre-school team well before they start Reception and discuss their needs when you are selecting schools.

You can work with your child's early years setting to help your child with self-care, managing emotions, social skills and communication in a way that suits their stage of development.

​You might want to share details about: their development, needs, what motivates them, what might trigger difficulties, how they learn best, and what strategies work well.

Make sure you share important information with everyone supporting your child, including their new Reception teacher.

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Your child's journey to school starts at home. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we're all learning from birth. When it's time to start school, some children will need more help than others.

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The toddler stage is an important time in your child's life, as they develop physically, emotionally and socially.

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Planning a birthday party can be very stressful for grown-ups and children, take a look at these party planning ideas, activities, crafts and sweet treat recipes to help take the stress out of throwing a party.

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Looking for parenting and pre-school tips? Maybe you're after ideas for a creative activity, delicious recipe or the perfect party? You'll find all those here, along with insights into our CBeebies shows and how they support your child's development.

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Trusted help, advice and information during pregnancy, birth and your parenthood journey

You and Your Child's Health

Contact Us

Call Just One Number on 0300 300 0123 or text 07520 631590 with any questions or concerns about your child's health, wellbeing or development. Our clinical team are able to support you over the telephone, video call or text, and work with you to understand how best to support you and your family.

Our opening hours are Monday - Friday 8am to 6pm and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.

Hot Topics

Most minor childhood illnesses are caused by viruses so antibiotics may not help. There is a lot you can do at home to help your child to feel better.

Babies and children often get a lot of coughs and colds - around 8 a year! As they get older and their immune system gets stronger, the number of coughs and colds will get less.

Colds and most coughs are caused by a virus. Most colds last for 5-7 days - but the cough can hang around for longer.

Tummy pain is very common in children but can be worrying. Most children will not need any specific treatment and the pain will get better by itself.

With the support of NHS England and NHS Improvement we are offering video appointments to some of our families. Video appointments are easy to use and can be more convenient. We will contact you by letter or email to let you know about your appointment. This will include the date and time it will take place.
Go to your appointment

Weekly Online Child Health Drop Ins

Every Tuesday - 10am-11am

Speak to a health professional via video call about your child aged 0-19. You can get advice about infant feeding, healthy lifestyles, child development, emotional health, behaviour and sleep, toileting and much more!
Join now

Get Involved!

As a service offering health and well-being support and advice to families, children and young people we know how important it is to make sure we get things right for you and your family.

One of the ways we do this is by ensuring that you get the chance to work with us, sharing your experiences of our service and new ideas so we can continue to offer the best service and outcomes for Norfolk families and children.

Ask Norfolk Parents Online Community

Families told us they would like to be able to connect with and support each other online.

We have worked with HealthUnlocked to create an online community where parents and carers can support each other.

Webinars & Online Events

These are unusual times for families. No matter your age or circumstance, many of us are facing increased stress or maybe things are cropping up that you don't know how to deal with.

Take a look at the upcoming webinars and online events to find out what additional support is available to you and your family.

It can be tricky to know when your child needs medical care, including who to contact and when.

There is a risk that not getting NHS advice and treatment at the right time could put your children at risk of serious illness.

Click here for advice

Free Online Learning

Solihull Approach online learning to help parents, families, carers and professionals feel more confident when looking after children and young people.

Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby

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Create an account to understand your child's health and development

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"This has been a super helpful way to support & understand my child's development!"

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Health Advice & Support for Children - Just One Norfolk

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DfE: A Healthy Balanced Diet for children

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DfE: A Healthy Balanced Diet for children

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Norfolk Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS)

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Norfolk Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS)

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Norfolk CC Early Childhood and Family Service

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The Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS), offers support to 0-5-year-olds and their families in Norfolk. We have commissioned Action for Children to deliver additional support.

Everyone can:

Our early childhood community fund scheme can also help you set up new groups in the future.

If you need extra help or someone to talk to

Sometimes families need a little extra help or support. ECFS teams are trained to support you.

To ask for extra help call 0344 800 8020, email ecfs-families@actionforchildren.org.uk or
Request support from the Early Childhood and Family Service
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Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS) - Norfolk County Council

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From 1 October 2019, the Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS) will offer support to 0-5-year-olds and their families in Norfolk. Families will be able to get advice and guidance online, attend ECFS events and speak to a member of the ECFS team. The ECFS teams are trained to support families.

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NIDAS provides joined-up support for those experiencing domestic abuse in Norfolk, regardless of where they live in county.

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Help with living costs - Norfolk County Council

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Help with living costs if you’re struggling - includes financial support, food and utility bills

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Community Fridges are communal places where surplus food, from businesses or individuals, is shared between people in a community.

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Norfolk County Council - Household Support Fund

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Norfolk County Council - Household Support Fund

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Household Support Fund - Norfolk County Council

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A fund from Government to be used to support people who may need help paying bills or buying food

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Home-Start Norfolk | Because childhood can’t wait