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Number of places — Age range 4–5 yrs Last inspected — Local authority Southend on Sea About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Friars Primary School and Nursery, part of the Portico Academy Trust, serves the Shoeburyness community by offering a nurturing and inspiring learning environment. The nursery welcomes children from the term following their third birthday. The school aims to open doors and unlock potential in all its pupils, from the early years through to Year 6. They focus on a broad curriculum that includes daily English and maths for Key Stage 1 and 2, complemented by foundation subjects, PE, and music in the afternoons. Assemblies play a significant role in fostering not only academic achievement but also moral development, encouraging children to explore school values, British values, moral issues, and religious festivals. Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and engage in various clubs and charitable activities, promoting a holistic approach to personal growth and well-being. The school actively involves parents in their child's educational journey through regular communications and events, ensuring a strong home-school partnership. Part of Portico Academy Trust Focus on British Values and Moral Development Holistic Personal Growth ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.friarsprimary.co.uk/admissions) ## Key facts Opening hours 8:30am-8:45am drop-off window for Reception, KS1 and KS2. Reception and KS1 finish at 3:00pm and KS2 finish at 3:15pm. Age range 3-4 years (Nursery) to 11 years (Year 6) Session types Full day ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Friars Centre Playgroup [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2812159)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2812159) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=friars-centre-playgroup-ss3-9ut-2812159) ## Parent Reviews of Friars Centre Playgroup 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKrItHt_vc7Ld6shAXzSQkOA4VJq02d65qK-nva_Dznc9bEzQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Lauren 6 years ago My son goes here and has come on leaps and bounds. My youngest is due to start in the next few months and I can't wait for him to start. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURzOUxtWTZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d927b72d9cf49d:0x75c88da9197d348c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV5BZ1vhQzWwS7jBaIsleKJyza9LZS4j3Oozb7lcVY7pUS6_Qkb=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Zachary Barton 8 years ago Great [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnenBHVnhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d927b72d9cf49d:0x75c88da9197d348c) Reviews from Google for Friars Centre Playgroup. 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