# The Old School Nursery

The Old School Nursery is a full-day nursery at Shelton With Hardwick Community School, Low Road, Shelton, Norwich, NR15 2SD, in Hardwick, Norfolk. It is registered for 40 children. It is run by The Benjamin Foundation.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-old-school-nursery-2787936  
Last checked 5 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Shelton With Hardwick Community School, Low Road, Shelton, Norwich, NR15 2SD
- Registered places: 40
- Phone: 01508 830580
- Website: https://benjaminfoundation.co.uk/services/childcare/
- Run by: [The Benjamin Foundation](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/the-benjamin-foundation)
- Ofsted URN: 2787936

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since April 2024 (Reference 2787936). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2787936)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2787936)
- Registered places: 40 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2787936)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 26 August 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1790233)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Shelton With Hardwick Community School, Low Road, Shelton, Norwich, NR15 2SD

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=52.473072,1.270663

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Norfolk there are about 3.9 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Field Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 3–7 | Standards maintained (May 2025) | yes | 2.0 miles |
| Long Stratton High School | Secondary | 11–16 | Report card (February 2026) |  | 2.1 miles |
| St Mary's Church of England Junior Academy | Primary | 7–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (June 2025) |  | 2.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Jack in the box Nursery Norfolk Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jack-in-the-box-nursery-norfolk-ltd-2693724) | Good |  |  | 2.0 miles |
| [Alburgh With Denton Preschool Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/alburgh-with-denton-preschool-nursery-2516099) | Good |  |  | 4.1 miles |
| [Harleston Preschool Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/harleston-preschool-nursery-2516100) | Good |  |  | 4.9 miles |
| [Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/gissing-childrens-centre-a-community-pre-school-254077) | Good |  |  | 5.9 miles |
| [Treetops Nursery Mulbarton](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/treetops-nursery-mulbarton-2807414) |  |  |  | 6.1 miles |
| [Treetops nursery - Mulbarton](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/treetops-nursery-mulbarton-2509136) | Good |  |  | 6.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can The Old School Nursery take?

The Old School Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 40 children at any one time.

### Who runs The Old School Nursery?

The Old School Nursery is run by The Benjamin Foundation, which runs 2 nurseries.

### How do I contact The Old School Nursery?

You can call 01508 830580 and visit benjaminfoundation.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2787936)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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