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Anker Bridge Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2023)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Anker Bridge House, Bridge Street, Polesworth, B78 1DR · Warwickshire
Number of places
50 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2023
Local authority
Warwickshire

About this day nursery

Anker Bridge Nursery is dedicated to cultivating a happy and secure environment where children can thrive, learn, and express themselves. The nursery values strong partnerships with parents to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing development for each child.

The team comprises experienced and qualified professionals, including specialists in childcare, forest schools, and special educational needs, all of whom are first aid trained. They are committed to providing exceptional care and fostering an engaging atmosphere for learning and growth.

The nursery encourages parental involvement through special events and is currently planning an expansion to include a new baby room by late 2026. Prioritising the well-being and engagement of every child, Anker Bridge Nursery aims to create a supportive community where little minds are nurtured and cherished.

Our ethos

Anker Bridge Nursery is committed to providing exceptional care and fostering an engaging atmosphere for learning and growth, with specialists in childcare, forest schools, and special educational needs. They value strong partnerships with parents and aim to create a happy, secure, and supportive community where children can thrive, learn, and express themselves.

What it's like

Staff warmly welcome children into the nursery. Children arrive smiling and confidently separate from their parents, quickly settling and choosing what to play with. Staff offer frequent reassurance and cuddles, helping new children build bonds. Staff have high expectations for behaviour, offering gentle reminders which helps children learn rules and understand their emotions, providing strategies for when they become overwhelmed or upset. Children are making good progress in their learning, gaining skills for future learning and their eventual move to school.

Safe and Happy EnvironmentQualified StaffParental InvolvementForest School ActivitiesSEN Specialists

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands for those aged 0-2 years and 2-4 years. Parents can choose from full day, short day, morning, or afternoon sessions. Fully paid sessions include age-appropriate meals and milk, whereas funded hours do not cover meal costs, which are charged separately as a daily rate.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Full Day (8am - 6pm) for 0-2 years old (non-funded)£64 / day
  • Full Day (8am - 6pm) for 2-4 years old (non-funded)£62 / day
  • Full Day meal charge for 0-2 years old (funded)£10 / day
  • Full Day meal charge for 3-4 years old (funded)£11 / day
  • Short Day (9am - 3pm) for 0-2 years old (non-funded)£55 / day

Good to know

  • Closed on bank holidays and during the Christmas/New Year break.
  • Funding is term-time only; parents are charged full rates during school holidays.
  • Non-funded session fees include meals (breakfast, milk, lunch, and/or dinner depending on the session).
  • Funded sessions do not include meals, which are charged as a separate daily meal fee.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm. Closed on Bank Holidays and over the Christmas/New Year break.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Anker Bridge Nursery

Last inspected 5 October 2023 · Amanda Tompkin

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Staff warmly welcome children into the nursery. Children arrive smiling and confidently separate from their parents, quickly settling and choosing what to play with. Staff offer frequent reassurance and cuddles, helping new children build bonds. Staff have high expectations for behaviour, offering gentle reminders which helps children learn rules and understand their emotions, providing strategies for when they become overwhelmed or upset. Children are making good progress in their learning, gaining skills for future learning and their eventual move to school.

Inspector highlights

  • The provider has a clear vision for continual improvement and provides ongoing support and professional development opportunities for staff.
  • The quality of teaching is good, with staff using observations and assessments to plan activities that interest children.
  • Staff support children's communication and language skills well, engaging children in meaningful conversations and supporting those who speak English as an additional language.
  • Staff promote children's good health effectively, following hygiene routines and providing freshly prepared meals and snacks.
  • Children's behaviour is good, and staff promote their independence well.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide parents with more information about the plans for children's future learning needs to enable them to extend this further at home
  • 2build on staff's already good teaching skills to enhance children's learning even further.
Inspection #10313128 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

"They express how happy their children are to attend."

"Parents comment on how friendly and caring the staff are."

"They say that their children are making good progress in their learning."

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Older children enjoy exploring the garden, searching for bugs and insects. They develop their physical skills as they use the climbing frame and ride on wheeled toys, negotiating space.

Parent Reviews of Anker Bridge Nursery

5.0
(2)
Matthew Neal
4 years ago

Fantastic nursery, my son came here for years before going to school and had a great time. He always enjoyed his time there and loved going in. Friendly staff, reasonable prices, great opening hours. Highly recommend checking it out if you're looking for a nursery.

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Inspection history
  • October 2023Good
  • March 2022Good
  • September 2021Inadequate
  • May 2021Inadequate

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