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Bluebell Nursery # Bluebell Nursery in Norwich Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2024) · Langley Prep At Taverham Hall, Taverham Park, Norwich, NR8 6HU · Norfolk Number of places 21 places Age range 0–1 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bluebell Nursery, rooted in the heritage of Langley Prep School, provides an "outstanding" early years environment for children aged 6 months to 4 years. Since its official rebranding in 2020, and with the opening of a baby room in 2022 and additional classes in 2024, the nursery has expanded its offerings, including a new branch in Loddon set to open in 2025. The nursery is dedicated to fostering each child’s development through a personalised approach, ensuring every child feels secure, acknowledged, and celebrated. Their philosophy emphasises exploring interests, engaging with nature, and embracing new experiences, all within a nurturing atmosphere that supports confidence and independence. Bluebell Nursery views early education as a journey of connection, offering a genuine "home from home" feel, highlighted by its extensive parkland and woodland setting. They also provide year-round provision and wraparound care, and proudly accept government funding to support families. Our ethos Bluebell Nursery's philosophy centres on fostering development through a personalised approach, encouraging children to explore interests, engage with nature, and embrace new experiences. They aim to create a secure, nurturing "home from home" atmosphere that builds confidence and independence. What it's like Bluebell Nursery offers an inspiring and inclusive environment where children eagerly immerse themselves in stimulating and engaging activities. Leaders, managers and practitioners share the highest expectations for all children, implementing an exceptionally well-designed curriculum that helps children to continuously acquire knowledge and skills. Practitioners use skilled sign language, show respect, and are excellent role models, resulting in exemplary behaviour. Ofsted Outstanding Nature-focused learning Year-round provision Government funding accepted Wraparound care ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 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://langleyschool.co.uk/admissions/fees/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm. Age range 6 months-4 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bluebell Nursery Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10335890 Lead inspector Sarah Clements Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249179)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2667049) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bluebell-nursery-nr8-6hu-2667049) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bluebell Nursery Last inspected 8 May 2024 · Sarah Clements 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 Bluebell Nursery offers an inspiring and inclusive environment where children eagerly immerse themselves in stimulating and engaging activities. Leaders, managers and practitioners share the highest expectations for all children, implementing an exceptionally well-designed curriculum that helps children to continuously acquire knowledge and skills. Practitioners use skilled sign language, show respect, and are excellent role models, resulting in exemplary behaviour. Inspector highlights - Leaders demonstrate a passionate commitment to provide the highest possible quality of care for children, building excellent partnerships with parents. - Practitioners have an excellent understanding of how to sequence children's learning, enabling children to be very independent at the earliest opportunity. - Children have an excellent attitude to learning, with practitioners seizing opportunities for children to take the lead in their play. - Practitioners place great value on encouraging children's communication and language, promoting meaningful back-and-forth interactions. - Leaders have an excellent oversight of the nursery, continuously seeking ways to improve and evolve, and are highly effective in monitoring staff's practice. Inspection #10335890 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249179) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision A highly successful key-person system means practitioners get to know children's individual needs in great detail. They are alert to the physical and emotional needs of babies and toddlers, and tailor their care superbly to suit these. Outdoor space Practitioners recognise when children show a preference for learning outdoors. They make the most of the outdoor space to build on children's rapidly developing physical skills, creating fun games to inspire toddlers to learn to adjust their pace when walking up and down a ramp. Inspection history Most recent inspection 8 May 2024 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249179) ## Frequently asked about Bluebell Nursery ### Is Bluebell Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Bluebell Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bluebell Nursery cost? ### Does Bluebell Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Bluebell Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Bluebell Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Bluebell Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Bluebell Nursery accept? ### Does Bluebell Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Bluebell Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Bluebell Nursery? ### How do I contact Bluebell Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Norwich Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bluebell Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Chestnut Taverham Norwich · NR8 6HW 3.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/chestnut-taverham-nr8-6hw-2549339) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Orchidale Children's Nursery Norwich · NR8 6HT 4.9(58 reviews) ](/nursery/orchidale-children-s-nursery-nr8-6ht-ey488376) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Humpty Dumpty's Kindergarden Norwich · NR8 6HT ](/nursery/humpty-dumpty-s-kindergarden-nr8-6ht-ey429172) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Childerwood Nursery Drayton · NR8 6EP ](/nursery/childerwood-nursery-nr8-6ep-ey480565) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.2 mi ### Attlebridge Montessori Nursery School Norwich · NR9 5ST ](/nursery/attlebridge-montessori-nursery-school-nr9-5st-ey394221) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Cleverclogs Norwich · NR5 0SG 4.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/cleverclogs-nr5-0sg-ey442600) [See all nurseries in Norwich →](/search?q=Norwich) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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