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Brambley Tots Day Nursery # Brambley Tots Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.7 (3 parent reviews) · Ivel House, Mill Lane, Biggleswade, SG18 8AZ · Central Bedfordshire Number of places 64 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Central Bedfordshire 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 Brambley Tots Day Nursery, established in 2002, is nestled in a beautifully converted Victorian house in Biggleswade, retaining many of its original architectural elements like stained-glass windows and wooden banisters. The nursery caters to children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, focusing on a "home from home" atmosphere. Learning through play is central to their philosophy, with activities tailored to children's individual interests and developmental stages, aligning with EYFS guidelines. The facility features two gardens; one specifically designed for under-3s with a dedicated baby area, and another for preschool children, accessible directly from their room to encourage free-flow indoor-outdoor play in all weather conditions. The nursery is committed to strong parental partnerships, involving families in their child's development through baseline assessments, online learning journals, and regular communication. They also offer extra-curricular activities such as gymnastics and Spanish classes. Located near the centre of Biggleswade, Brambley Tots takes advantage of its surroundings for educational trips to local parks, the river, and even the supermarket, ensuring a rich and varied learning experience for its young attendees. Our ethos Brambley Tots Day Nursery prioritises a "home from home" atmosphere where learning through play is central. Their philosophy aligns with EYFS guidelines, with activities tailored to individual interests and developmental stages. They foster a strong partnership with parents and encourage an indoor-outdoor free-flow play environment. What it's like Children are confident, settled and motivated by an engaging environment where warm, encouraging staff support language and independence; babies form secure attachments and settle quickly with reassurance. Children enjoy indoor and outdoor play, take part in community outings, and engage in activities planned to reflect their interests and abilities. Victorian converted house Learning through play Emphasis on outdoor play Strong parental partnership Extra-curricular activities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 30 hours — working parents (3–4 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://www.brambleytots.com/funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm. Open 51.4 weeks a year and closed from Christmas Eve to New Years Day. Age range 6 weeks - 5 years old Term time / All Year All Year Established 2010 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Brambley Tots Day Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264139 Lead inspector Amy Clarkson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209044)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY418473) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=brambley-tots-day-nursery-sg18-8az-ey418473) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Brambley Tots Day Nursery Last inspected 24 January 2023 · Amy Clarkson 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 are confident, settled and motivated by an engaging environment where warm, encouraging staff support language and independence; babies form secure attachments and settle quickly with reassurance. Children enjoy indoor and outdoor play, take part in community outings, and engage in activities planned to reflect their interests and abilities. Inspector highlights - Strong and committed leadership team - Established key-person system supports secure attachments - Staff promote communication and language development - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well - Children behave well, share and are kind to peers Areas to develop - 1 provide experiences where children can be curious and explore them for themselves - 2 allow children time to respond to questions and share their thoughts and feelings. Inspection #10264139 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209044) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well; the special educational needs coordinators work closely with parents and children to ensure that children get the right support at the earliest opportunity. Leaders and key staff work closely with professionals to maintain consistent and detailed care and learning plans. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing outside, exploring sounds in the environment and noticing observations such as 'crunchy' and 'frost' underfoot. They paint boxes to make pretend ice blocks, swirl ribbons to make patterns in the air, and take part in community outings such as visits to a flour mill. ## Parent Reviews of Brambley Tots Day Nursery 4.7 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK88YeWBifWNd1Pts_HsCVqk6UGqmqKcg0Zt9rQFU9l214jiQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) A J 7 years ago Excellent provider for children of all abilities. My son has a disability and everything possible has been done to accomodate him and ensure he is included. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR3NEk2clhBEAE!2m1!1s0x4877cc152982301b:0x50ce678fae4889dd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXJYyMMt9iux8zm-JjFoeXKJZIUx_tUjn_Z3Vlp-28RtXPIpFNv=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) David Turner a year ago Our daughter has been going here since 11months old and has enjoyed her time here a lot [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRMlp2d0ZREAE!2m1!1s0x4877cc152982301b:0x50ce678fae4889dd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUmnRujliO6BiLnH_eZ-wd_AwK-7unbeZt9vLmTDD5WRDaXfeY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Becky Chaney 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJcmRUeEdREAE!2m1!1s0x4877cc152982301b:0x50ce678fae4889dd) Reviews from Google for Brambley Tots Day Nursery. 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