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Conkers Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Wincanton Community Venture, The Balsam Centre, Wincanton, BA9 9HB · Somerset
Number of places
32 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2022
Local authority
Somerset

About this day nursery

Conkers Nursery, established in 2015, provides a warm and nurturing environment for children aged 0-4 years. Open all year round, Monday to Friday from 8am to 5:30pm, the nursery offers a broad curriculum with exciting activities tailored to children's interests and learning needs.

The nursery prides itself on helping children settle quickly with caring staff, and fostering curiosity as they explore their surroundings. Children develop physical skills through activities like climbing and balancing on the climbing frame, and enjoy creative play in the mud kitchen and sand area.

The nursery ensures children develop good hand-to-eye coordination and fine motor skills, preparing them for school. Staff are adept at supporting communication and language development, and children consistently have opportunities to develop a strong understanding of mathematical concepts.

Conkers Nursery received an overall rating of 'Good' in its latest Ofsted inspection on 27/10/2022.

What it's like

Children receive a warm welcome and settle quickly with caring staff. They benefit from a broad curriculum with exciting activities based on their interests. Children are curious and enjoy exploring the environment, developing physical skills and preparing for school.

Warm welcomeBroad curriculumExcellent communication skillsGood mathematical conceptsOutdoor learningHealthy lifestyles

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8am until 5.30pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Conkers Nursery

Last inspected 27 October 2022

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 receive a warm welcome and settle quickly with caring staff. They benefit from a broad curriculum with exciting activities based on their interests. Children are curious and enjoy exploring the environment, developing physical skills and preparing for school.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff build a wide vocabulary and use effective strategies for communication and language development.
  • Children have good opportunities to count in routines and activities, developing a good understanding of mathematical concepts.
  • Children love to be outside, and staff support their learning well as they build and experiment with materials.
  • Staff ensure all children are included, have equal access to activities and resources, and learn about the local community.
  • Children learn about the importance of living healthy lifestyles, follow hygiene routines, and understand good oral health.

Areas to develop

  • 1explore ways in which to further support children to develop and use their home language in play and learning
  • 2provide consistent opportunities for children to practise developing their independence skills.
Inspection #10245987 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children love to be outside. They have many opportunities to develop their physical skills as they climb and balance on the climbing frame. They play in the mud kitchen making potions or build sandcastles in the sand.

Parent Reviews of Conkers Nursery

5.0
(1)
Robert Randall
a year ago

My son attends this nursery at the balsam centre and he loves it. There is great space outdoors for the children which is important for my little one. They are great at communication with us, very friendly and adapt the sessions to your children. I definitely recommend this nursery.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022

Date: May 2022

  • October 2022Good
  • May 2022Inadequate

Frequently asked about Conkers Nursery

About the setting

Conkers The Balsam Centre's Community Nursery re-registered in 2019, previously registered at different premises in 2015. The nursery operates from rooms in the Balsam Centre, Wincanton, Somerset. It is open Monday to Friday, from 8am until 5.30pm, all year round. There are 11 staff employed, with the manager holding a level 3 childcare qualification and a level 5 management qualification. Nine other staff hold level 3 childcare qualifications. The nursery receives funding for early years education for children aged two, three, and four years.

URN
2552082
Registered person
Wincanton Community Venture
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Inadequate

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