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Burwood Forest School # Burwood Forest School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Tree House, Burhill Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 4BJ · Surrey Number of places 58 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Nov 2025 Local authority Surrey 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 Burwood Forest School, registered with Ofsted in 2024, is a childcare setting for children aged 2–10 years old, located in Walton-on-Thames. This predominantly outdoor setting fosters a harmonious and inclusive environment where children are valued and supported. Open Monday to Friday from 07:45 to 18:00, Burwood Forest School embraces the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, focusing on child-led learning and exploration within a woodland setting. The school prioritises outdoor play in all seasons, offering all-weather outfits to ensure every child can participate in activities like splashing in muddy puddles and messy play. Staff build strong relationships with children, encouraging their confidence and independence. The setting demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), with dedicated staff training and collaboration with parents and external agencies. They work to identify any learning gaps early and implement targeted support, including speech and language interventions. Leaders are continuously looking for ways to enhance the provision, with plans to introduce further early talk programmes and develop the garden area for after-school children. Our ethos "Burwood Forest School bases all activities on the individual needs and interests of the children, whether indoors or outdoors. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and education through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The staff strives to create a safe, stimulating, and encouraging atmosphere, fostering each child's development at their own pace, and actively values parental involvement." What it's like Children thrive at this predominantly outdoor setting which has a lovely harmonious feel to it. Staff provide all children with all-weather outfits to wear, ensuring every child has the same opportunity to play and explore. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise, developing risk awareness and confidence as they engage with the natural landscape. Predominantly outdoor Harmonious environment Strong relationships SEND support Child-led learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - 3 hour session £23.00 / session - lunch hour charge £7.50 / session - voluntary snack contribution for 2 year olds not in receipt of free education £0.50 / session ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Burwood Forest School Inspection date Nov 2025 Inspection no. 2815009 Lead inspector Nicky Hill Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294043)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2815009) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.burwoodpreschool.co.uk) Tree House, Burhill Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 4BJ ## Explore day nurseries near Walton-on-Thames - [Day nurseries in Walton-on-Thames](/search?q=Walton-on-Thames) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=burwood-forest-school-kt12-4bj-2815009) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:45 - 18:00 Age range 2 - 5 years Registered with Ofsted 2024 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Nov 2025 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 2 to 10 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for Burwood Forest School Last inspected 13 November 2025 · Nicky Hill Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Children thrive at this predominantly outdoor setting which has a lovely harmonious feel to it. Staff provide all children with all-weather outfits to wear, ensuring every child has the same opportunity to play and explore. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise, developing risk awareness and confidence as they engage with the natural landscape. Inspector highlights - Staff build positive relationships with children, who chat confidently to staff and friends. - Children independently prepare for outdoor play, showing their embrace of the routine. - The woodland space instils a sense of calm, mirrored by staff's kind and respectful approach. - Children thoroughly enjoy splashing in muddy puddles and participating in messy play. - All children are made to feel welcome, with staff taking time to learn about each child and family. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should support staff to develop their positive interactions with children so that they extend children's learning and build on what they already know and can do. - 2 Leaders should enhance the information that is shared with parents and carers so that they receive more precise details about their children's progress and next steps in learning and how they can support their children's learning at home. Inspection #2815009 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294043) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff at Burwood Forest School are dedicated to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), working closely with families to identify any learning gaps from the outset. Staff receive ongoing training to effectively support children with SEND, implementing targets set by professionals to ensure good developmental progress. The nursery also plans to introduce more early talk programmes to further enhance their provision. Outdoor space Burwood Forest School strongly promotes outdoor learning, with children enjoying fresh air and developing a love for being outdoors in all seasons. The woodland area is used for exploratory, physical, and creative play, encouraging children's independence and resilience as they engage with the natural landscape. ## Google Reviews of Burwood Forest School 5.0 (1 Google review) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLeixcpo-IuOYORom6hGXzNaaEgRmmmHCzDDWex9EBOqXVYZA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Karen Bearman a year ago Burwood Forest School is an amazing children’s setting with a beautiful outdoor space in the woodlands! They do stay + plays on Friday plus afterschool club for Burhill Primary School. The staff are amazing! 🤩 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNQcWFDZDNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487675bfb7ab11db:0xe62e0b790968b384) Reviews from Google for Burwood Forest School. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294043) ## Frequently asked about Burwood Forest School ### Which area does Burwood Forest School serve? ### What strengths does Burwood Forest School show? ### What outdoor learning space does Burwood Forest School use? ### How can Burwood Forest School be contacted? ### What type of early years setting is Burwood Forest School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Walton-on-Thames Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Burwood Forest School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Lilliput Childrens Centre Walton-on-Thames · KT12 4AA 4.6(18 Google reviews) ](/nursery/lilliput-childrens-centre-kt12-4aa-2724277) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### The Nest Walton-on-Thames · KT12 5LR 3.9(7 Google reviews) ](/nursery/the-nest-kt12-5lr-ey479692) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Limes Day Care And Preschool Hersham, Walton on Thames · KT12 4RS 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-limes-day-care-and-preschool-kt12-4rs-ey554521) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Toad Hall Nursery Felcott Road Walton-on-Thames · KT12 5NS 4.3(11 Google reviews) ](/nursery/toad-hall-nursery-felcott-road-kt12-5ns-ey225251) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Little Bear's Day-Care Walton on Thames · KT12 4EL ](/nursery/little-bear-s-day-care-kt12-4el-ey536547) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### N Family Club Cobham Cobham · KT11 1HU 4.6(21 Google reviews) ](/nursery/n-family-club-cobham-kt11-1hu-ey278971) [See all nurseries in Walton-on-Thames →](/search?q=Walton-on-Thames) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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