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New Lodge Nursery School, Belfast

Welcome

Play. Learn. Belong.

 

Our Vision
At New Lodge Nursery School, we believe every child deserves a joyful start to their learning journey. Through purposeful play, meaningful learning, and a strong sense of belonging, we nurture emotionally confident, curious, and independent lifelong learners in a safe, caring and inclusive environment where every child is inspired to reach their full potential.

Our motto "Play. Learn. Belong." beautifully captures the heart of New Lodge Nursery School’s values and approach to early childhood education:

Play

Our children learn best through play. It’s how they explore the world, express themselves, and develop key skills; social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. At New Lodge Nursery School, play is purposeful, joyful, and central to every child’s day.

Learn

Learning happens naturally when our children feel safe, curious, and engaged. Through carefully planned experiences and nurturing relationships, children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

Belong

Belonging means feeling accepted, valued, and connected. At New Lodge Nursery School, every child is part of a warm and inclusive community where they are known, respected, and supported to thrive.

 

Our Values

  • Child centred
  • Nurturing & Inclusive
  • High aspirations
  • Reflective & collaborative
  • Family & Community
  • Fun

At New Lodge Nursery school we create a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports every child's needs, through collaborative teamwork and a strong partnership with parents. We have a holistic vision; where children are free to explore, grow, and feel at home, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and wellbeing.

Latest News

2nd Dec 2025
 
 
 
 
21st Nov 2025
We were so excited to meet Joe from The Gathering Drum today. We had so much fun...
 
 
 
 
21st Nov 2025
We are hoping for some snow!
 
 
 
 
 
 
13th Nov 2025
Ellan Rankin, he author of The Secret Elephant, came to read her book today!
 
 
 
 
5th Nov 2025
We had a special visitor today! Mike from The World of Owls came to see us and...
 
 
 
 
 
eco-school of the year
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
We love to read!
We love to read!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Monday, 8th December 2025
Ellie the Elf visit
Tuesday, 9th December 2025
Play & Stay Mrs Crown's class
Wednesday, 10th December 2025
Play & Stay Miss Lowry's class
Thursday, 11th December 2025
Mr Hullabaloo's Panto!
Tuesday, 16th December 2025
Jump Jiggle & Jive
Open Day 2pm - 3pm
Wednesday, 17th December 2025
Christmas camp fire
Thursday, 18th December 2025
Sonal Sportz
 
Getting Ready to Learn
Check out the
Getting Ready
to Learn
website to get
some hints and
tips on how you
can help your
child at home.
 
 
Kitabna online library
A selection of
books in
different
languages to
read with your
child.
 
 
Parenting ni
Have a look at
the Parenting
NI website for
free support
 
 
 

Tiny Kickz
Check out Sonal
Sportz'
Saturday
programme
 
 
Tips for how to play with your child
Discover
practical ways
to engage with
your child
through play
and support
their early
learning
journey.
 
 
 
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