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It took ages to get him settled and everyone involved from management, his keyworker, who ever is at the door at drop off were so welcoming and warm. Everyone knew his name from the beginning and that to me instantly made me confident that he was in great hands. I love the free flow concept and feel like all the children seem so happy there. So thank you Atelier.", "datePublished": "2019-11-11T20:23:03.696190Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jenny Sowerby" }, "reviewBody": "Our son has been at Atelier since September 2019 and has received incredible support. He joined just a few months before the effects of the pandemic took hold. I was impressed how incredibly open and supportive the team were throughout that stressful time, providing daily inspiration for activities to do with our children at home; songs, videos, links to virtual art gallery tours, staff cookery demos - the list goes on. They've worked so hard to meet our son's specific needs, and his progress has been brilliant to see. He walks in every day with a spring in his step and loves his time there. He's more than ready to start school, although I'm not sure how I'll cope with saying goodbye to the nursery! Thank you Atelier 🙏🏼", "datePublished": "2022-03-23T20:46:53.322976Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Daniel Jones" }, "reviewBody": "Caring staff who have done a really good job with my 2 year old boy. 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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Atelier Nursery # Atelier Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2022) · 4.3 (6 parent reviews) · Dover Place, Bath, BA1 6DX · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 71 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2022 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Atelier Nursery, established in Bath in 2014 and expanded to Chippenham in 2017, provides childcare and education for children aged 4 months to five years. The nursery prides itself on offering thoughtfully designed spaces that encourage exploration and discovery, allowing children to pursue their individual interests. Our ethos Atelier Nursery's philosophy encourages exploration and discovery, allowing children to pursue their individual interests in thoughtfully designed spaces. What it's like Children are immensely valued by deeply nurturing staff who have very high expectations of them all, making very rapid progress. They feel safe, behave well, and form respectful relationships, articulating and confidently expressing themselves. Staff help children express their feelings, supporting emotional well-being, and children become deeply absorbed in rich, innovative, and challenging learning experiences. Free-flow approach Play-based learning Mixed-age groups Key family approach Resident artists ## Pricing & funding 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.ateliernursery.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours each weekday from 8am to 6pm for 51 weeks of the year Established 2013 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Atelier Nursery Last inspected 27 January 2022 · Michelle Grayling Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are immensely valued by deeply nurturing staff who have very high expectations of them all, making very rapid progress. They feel safe, behave well, and form respectful relationships, articulating and confidently expressing themselves. Staff help children express their feelings, supporting emotional well-being, and children become deeply absorbed in rich, innovative, and challenging learning experiences. Inspector highlights - Partnerships with parents are exceptionally strong, and parents are very well informed about their children's progress and next steps. - The inspirational manager has embedded a rigorous system to support and monitor the development of staff, who feel valued and enjoy working at the setting. - Staff expertly deliver a coherent and well-sequenced curriculum, tailoring learning to children's needs and interests, resulting in highly motivated children. - Staff place considerable emphasis on encouraging children to make their own choices, explore their uniqueness, and promote inclusion, avoiding gender stereotyping. - The voices of children are captured superbly by staff through "The Children's Charter" groups, promoting communication, language, pride, and belonging. Areas to develop - 1 The manager is now identifying ways for parents to visit the setting in a safe and controlled way so that they can see the activities children do. Inspection #10125885 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50178446) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Atelier Nursery Inspection date Jan 2022 Inspection no. 10125885 Lead inspector Michelle Grayling Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50178446)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY468398) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=atelier-nursery-ba1-6dx-ey468398) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "parents say that they are very well informed about their children's progress and next steps in learning." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make very rapid progress. Staff get to know children and families extremely well, which helps them to initiate early help strategies to support them in times of crisis. Outdoor space When children return from the garden, they show respect for others as they politely hold open the gate for the next person. ## Parent Reviews of Atelier Nursery 4.3 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUHjkIeM0hoZuehXXyRXXqGgLwgE_6AnFX0tEVGfxV0XIgx9HqE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Anita Lam 6 years ago There are many things I love about Atelier... my little one is such a sensitive soul and the entire team has been so loving and supportive from day one. It took ages to get him settled and everyone involved from management, his keyworker, who ever is at the door at drop off were so welcoming and warm. Everyone knew his name from the beginning and that to me instantly made me confident that he was in great hands. I love the free flow concept and feel like all the children seem so happy there. So thank you Atelier. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwdWN2MFVBEAE!2m1!1s0x48718171edd662fb:0xd8328f5421b2cc2b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUBgldeZMjpizxF5a_VhDPeh4bzRbYaURWm6ymaPa9-Pb58Qvp-Bg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Jenny Sowerby 4 years ago Our son has been at Atelier since September 2019 and has received incredible support. He joined just a few months before the effects of the pandemic took hold. I was impressed how incredibly open and supportive the team were throughout that stressful time, providing daily inspiration for activities to do with our children at home; songs, videos, links to virtual art gallery tours, staff cookery demos - the list goes on. They've worked so hard to meet our son's specific needs, and his progress has been brilliant to see. He walks in every day with a spring in his step and loves his time there. He's more than ready to start school, although I'm not sure how I'll cope with saying goodbye to the nursery! Thank you Atelier 🙏🏼 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXOW9xS1lREAE!2m1!1s0x48718171edd662fb:0xd8328f5421b2cc2b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ_Pvj4w1THnKf69v-qzDHbM3teI_bzoEgWQeWvxEflhdbQMF4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Daniel Jones 8 years ago Caring staff who have done a really good job with my 2 year old boy. I couldn’t recommend Atelier highly enough. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRNGF6NXdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x48718171edd662fb:0xd8328f5421b2cc2b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVZvEBmFcOC5Ow2-IMIUfKrV7sG5WImDqfWviVnmbMuz_vnxdA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jose Medeiros 2 years ago Very badly managed nursery, the manager and ANDREA are extremely rude and unpolite. Do not leave your kids there [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURwNUlTOUhBEAE!2m1!1s0x48718171edd662fb:0xd8328f5421b2cc2b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL3AsUowMSFKaWAGp_n8pL-3LAZ2xonb6CQ7pER5jLGSr-33g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Steve Crowther 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURTbllpTVJBEAE!2m1!1s0x48718171edd662fb:0xd8328f5421b2cc2b) Reviews from Google for Atelier Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15578671652533357611&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2014 - January 2022 Outstanding - March 2014 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Atelier Nursery ### How does Atelier Nursery support children with SEND? ### What outdoor space does Atelier Nursery have? ### What is the capacity at Atelier Nursery? ### When is Atelier Nursery open? ### From what age does Atelier Nursery accept children? ### Does Atelier Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bath Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Atelier Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.3 mi ### Little Willows Day Nursery Bath · BA2 6QH 4.6(28 reviews) ](/nursery/little-willows-day-nursery-ba2-6qh-ey413022) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Snapdragons Nursery Grosvenor Bath · BA1 6AX ](/nursery/snapdragons-nursery-grosvenor-ba1-6ax-133076) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Guinea Lane Nursery Bath · BA1 5NB ](/nursery/guinea-lane-nursery-ba1-5nb-ey428181) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Scribblers Day Nursery Bath · BA1 6NS ](/nursery/little-scribblers-day-nursery-ba1-6ns-ey332969) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Alice Park Nursery Bath · BA1 7BL 3.8(5 reviews) ](/nursery/alice-park-nursery-ba1-7bl-ey363070) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Garden at Kingswood Bath · BA1 5SD ](/nursery/the-garden-at-kingswood-ba1-5sd-ey561450) [See all nurseries in Bath →](/search?q=Bath) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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