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Appletree Children's Nursery # Appletree Children's Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2025) · Apple Tree Nursery, 51 The Park, YEOVIL, BA20 1DF · Somerset Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2025 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Our ethos Appletree Children's Nursery champions a "small is beautiful" ethos, deliberately limiting class sizes to foster an environment where every child feels secure, valued, and understood, aiming to cultivate confidence, curiosity, and creativity in children. They are committed to making quality childcare accessible and affordable, offering a nurturing and consistent learning journey. ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around half day, school hours, and full day sessions, with both funded and unfunded options available. Term-time only sessions of thirty-eight weeks are also offered upon request. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare - Unfunded Half Day (8-1pm or 1-6pm) £44.50 / day - Unfunded School Hours Day (8-4pm) £73.50 / day - Unfunded Full Day (8-6pm) £79.50 / day Good to know - Half day sessions run from 8am-1pm or 1pm-6pm. - School hours sessions are offered from 8am-4pm. - Full day sessions run from 8am-6pm. - Term-time only sessions (38 weeks) are available upon request. - Offers a price match guarantee for equivalent local nursery sessions. ## Key facts Opening hours 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (All Locations), 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Rottingdean Montessori) Age range Babies to Preschoolers Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Appletree Children's Nursery Last inspected 6 February 2025 · Mikaela Jauncey Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Inspector highlights - The management team has recently implemented a new ambitious curriculum with a clear focus on children's independence. - All staff share the same ethos around creating an environment with a 'family feel' and build secure relationships with children. - Staff use a flexible approach to adapt to changes in children's levels of interest throughout the day, making learning more meaningful. - Relationships with parents are effective, with staff using various communication methods to involve parents in their children's learning. - Babies receive quality interactions and engagement from nurturing and attentive staff who sensitively respond to their cues. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff's understanding of what children need to know and be able to do next so that they can provide the challenge children need that builds on their existing skills and knowledge - 2 ensure all staff consistently engage in quality interactions with toddlers and older children to fully support their language and communication skills. Inspection #10372095 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270110) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Appletree Children's Nursery Inspection date Feb 2025 Inspection no. 10372095 Lead inspector Mikaela Jauncey Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270110)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY336106) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=appletree-children-s-nursery-ba20-1df-ey336106) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff effectively use information collected from parents when children start to help them understand children's interests and meet their individual needs. This supports children to settle quickly and helps them feel safe and secure. Outdoor space Young children are supported to put on their own wellies and rain suits to go outside. Inspection history Date: June 2009 - February 2025 Good - April 2019 Good - March 2016 Good - April 2013 Requires improvement - June 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Appletree Children's Nursery ### What fees does Appletree Children's Nursery publish? ### What stands out about the nursery’s care and learning? ### How can Appletree Children's Nursery be contacted? ### Is Appletree Children's Nursery suitable for under-twos? ## Nearby day nurseries in YEOVIL Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Appletree Children's Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Toybox Nursery Yeovil · BA20 2BH ](/nursery/toybox-nursery-ba20-2bh-142865) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Yeovil College Nursery Yeovil · BA21 4DR ](/nursery/yeovil-college-nursery-ba21-4dr-142870) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.3 mi ### Oaklands day nursery Yeovil · BA20 2DU 4.7(12 reviews) ](/nursery/oaklands-day-nursery-ltd-ba20-2du-2771042) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Smartees Day Care Nursery Yeovil · BA20 2DN ](/nursery/smartees-day-care-nursery-ltd-ba20-2dn-ey480779) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Marsh Lane Day Nursery Yeovil · BA21 3BX 4.1(8 reviews) ](/nursery/marsh-lane-day-nursery-ltd-ba21-3bx-142873) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Discoveries : Yeovil Yeovil · BA21 3EP ](/nursery/little-discoveries-yeovil-ba21-3ep-ey545417) [See all nurseries in YEOVIL →](/search?q=YEOVIL) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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