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Becket Hall Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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4.4(7 parent reviews) ·St Thomas Street, Bristol, BS1 6AA · Bristol
Number of places
62 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Bristol

About this day nursery

Becket Hall Day Nursery, situated in the vibrant business district of Bristol, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. This Ofsted-registered setting operates 51 weeks a year, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, providing a consistent and reliable childcare solution.

Housed in a historic Church Hall, the nursery boasts four well-equipped classrooms, including dedicated spaces for babies and infants with a separate sleep room, as well as a large open-plan play area for toddlers and preschoolers that provides free-flow access to a lovely enclosed garden. The facilities also encompass children’s toilets, a kitchen, a dining area for messy play and cooking activities, and a parent/office and staff room.

The nursery is committed to offering a caring, relaxed, and homely atmosphere for both children and their families, fostering a sense of belonging and community in the heart of the city.

What it's like

Children benefit greatly from a warm and inviting environment at Becket Hall Day Nursery, confidently exploring resources and forming strong attachments with familiar staff. The curriculum is tailored to their interests and individual needs, ensuring children feel emotionally secure, especially during transitions between rooms. They behave well, understand the 'golden rules', and engage actively in learning, such as listening to stories and participating in retelling them.

City Centre LocationHistoric BuildingEnclosed Garden

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers full-day, half-day, and early start sessions, structured by age groups for under-twos and children aged three to five. Monthly invoices are calculated over 52 weeks and spread across 12 months. Standard fees include nappies, wipes, and extra activities for unfunded children.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Full day rate (Under 2)£89 / day
  • Full day rate (3 to 5 years)£85 / day
  • Half day rate (Under 2)£62 / session
  • Half day rate (3 to 5 years)£57 / session
  • Early Start (Under 2)£5 / session

Good to know

  • A deposit and registration fee of £250 is required to secure a place.
  • Fees are calculated over 52 weeks and billed monthly in advance by the 7th of each month.
  • Fees remain payable during bank holidays, Christmas closure, family holidays, and sickness.
  • Unfunded fees include nappies, wipes, consumables, forest school, sports, and gardening sessions.
  • Funded sessions incur additional meal and consumable charges spread over 12 months.
  • A 10% sibling discount applies to the oldest child if they attend the same number of sessions.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6.00pm (closed bank holidays)

Age range

8 weeks to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full day, Half day

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Becket Hall Day Nursery

Last inspected 10 September 2024 · Rachael Williams

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

Children benefit greatly from a warm and inviting environment at Becket Hall Day Nursery, confidently exploring resources and forming strong attachments with familiar staff. The curriculum is tailored to their interests and individual needs, ensuring children feel emotionally secure, especially during transitions between rooms. They behave well, understand the 'golden rules', and engage actively in learning, such as listening to stories and participating in retelling them.

Inspector highlights

  • Children benefit from a warm and inviting environment and confidently explore resources.
  • Children form strong attachments with familiar staff who tailor the curriculum to their needs.
  • Children behave well and understand the 'golden rules', receiving support to re-engage in learning.
  • Children love to be active and develop strength while moving in different ways outside.
  • The provider supports staff well to develop a well-planned curriculum, adapting it to meet all children's needs.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of quieter group activities to support children's listening and attention, without disruption.
Inspection #10361828 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff are secure in their knowledge of children and how they learn best, adapting the curriculum to meet all children's needs successfully. They work closely with parents to identify when additional support may be needed and work alongside other professionals to access specific funding. The inspector discussed children's learning and how staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

As children play outside, they develop their strength while moving in different ways. Children manoeuvre themselves safely on the balance bikes, knowing which direction to travel and that they need to stop at the zebra crossing. Young children enjoy climbing on the tyres and walking along the wooden planks, balancing well. On occasion, staff do not consider the impact on children's attention and concentration when preparing for outdoor play, which can be disruptive. Leaders and managers know what is needed to raise the quality of children's experiences even further, such as ensuring that outdoor practices keep children safe and are consistently implemented.

Parent Reviews of Becket Hall Day Nursery

4.4
(7)
Zain Koshak
a year ago

Where to start! It’s very amazing nursery .. very professional room leaders who knows what they’re doing and always welcoming ❤️🫶🏼my Son was very happy, excited for every single day to meet them and his classmates.. I liked them all especially Sara Perez she’s amazing very welcoming and nice always with smile she is one of the best people,I love when I see people who love their work and definitely she’s one of them. however, I was two minutes late in picking up my son. During this instance, I was met with a tense voice tone and an attitude that conveyed frustration. While I understand the importance of punctuality, the Nursery Manager and Designated safeguarding Lead communicated felt unnecessarily stressful. I have also spoken with another parent who experienced a similar situation and was even asked to write a pledge for being late by a similar margin. This practice seems to be creating an atmosphere of anxiety among parents regarding punctuality. These interactions have made me feel quite nervous about being a few minutes late, and I believe other parents share this sentiment. It is important for us to adhere to the nursery's schedule, but a more understanding and supportive approach would be greatly appreciated.

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maria pia isola
a year ago

We had a wonderful experience at BH, with both our children. The staff and manager are caring, nurturing and supportive, they create a lovely and familiar environment. Both my kids have loved being there and making their first steps of independence. I cannot recommend BH more for all the parents in the city centre.

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Mohammad M
3 years ago

My daughter Nadia loved this place. It’s been 3 years since we moved back to Saudi Arabia and she still remembers it and naming her teachers.

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Dawid Szymański
2 years ago

My daughter are very happy there. Office work very quick and never any problems :} GJ :}

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Inspection history

Date: November 2010

  • September 2024Good
  • September 2021Good
  • March 2016Good
  • September 2013Requires improvement
  • November 2010Good

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