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Conkers Nursery # Conkers Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 welcome Broad curriculum Excellent communication skills Good mathematical concepts Outdoor learning Healthy lifestyles ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 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 - 1 explore ways in which to further support children to develop and use their home language in play and learning - 2 provide consistent opportunities for children to practise developing their independence skills. Inspection #10245987 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200869) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Conkers Nursery Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10245987 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200869)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2552082) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=conkers-the-balsam-centre-s-community-nursery-ba9-9hb-2552082) 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) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK8aAb-bUhV2YwiZlL45YMZQwTW0qmXathOY72BuyzpGppGSQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) 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. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNibkpEWldnEAE!2m1!1s0x487237f1d8d7aa35:0xef6f39287224a9cb) Reviews from Google for Conkers Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253071543356139979&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: May 2022 - October 2022 Good - May 2022 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Conkers Nursery ### What is Conkers Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Does Conkers Nursery offer funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Conkers Nursery? ### What age range does Conkers Nursery cater for? ### How long has Conkers Nursery been established? ### Does Conkers Nursery focus on outdoor play? ### How does Conkers Nursery support communication and language development? ### How can I contact 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 ## Nearby day nurseries in Wincanton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Conkers Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Little Sunbeams Pre-School Wincanton · BA9 9EN ](/nursery/little-sunbeams-pre-school-ba9-9en-ey498347) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### The Balsam Nursery Wincanton · BA9 9RU ](/nursery/the-balsam-nursery-ba9-9ru-2545530) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.6 mi ### Sticky Fingers Pre-School Templecombe · BA8 0HP ](/nursery/sticky-fingers-pre-school-ba8-0hp-ey369814) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.0 mi ### Sunnyside Nursery School Henstridge · BA8 0PA ](/nursery/sunnyside-nursery-school-ba8-0pa-142882) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 5.0 mi ### Leaping Frogs Day Nursery Warminster · BA12 6LJ 5.0(30 reviews) ](/nursery/leaping-frogs-day-nursery-cic-ba12-6lj-ey452129) [See all nurseries in Wincanton →](/search?q=Wincanton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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