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My eldest son has just left them to go onto school. He started very shy but left a confident caring little boy and they are very good at getting the children school ready. My youngest has just started & is settling in well. They are very organised and informative which I like and would definitely recommend anyone to take a look at this nursery if they are looking for childcare!", "datePublished": "2018-11-05T16:21:32.838066888Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Elise Davis" }, "reviewBody": "Fantastic Nursery and amazing staff.\nTwo of my children have already flourished at this nursery and I will look forward to my third child starting later this year. The service here has been truly outstanding and I will be forever grateful for the care given to my children during their time at First Class.", "datePublished": "2018-12-29T21:55:52.254391371Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Elizabeth Gray" }, "reviewBody": "This is an excellent nursery. It offers a clean, organised and happy environment. Staff are very friendly and professional. 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First Class Nurseries # First Class Nurseries Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · British Red Cross Society, Salmon Parade, Bridgwater, TA6 5JT · Somerset Number of places 45 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 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 First Class Nurseries is a well-established, privately owned day nursery in Bridgwater, founded in 2002 by experienced Nursery Nurses Lisa and Denise. Catering to children from two years old up to rising five, the nursery is committed to providing outstanding childcare and education in a relaxed, friendly, and safe environment. They aim to foster initiative, independence, and strong social skills in children, preparing them for a confident start to school. Having moved to larger premises in 2017, the nursery boasts excellent facilities, including a secure garden with an outdoor mud kitchen, construction area, and an allotment for growing fruit and vegetables, promoting outdoor play and learning year-round. First Class Nurseries offers an all-inclusive service for 50 weeks of the year, with comprehensive day care that includes professionally catered, nutritious meals prepared on-site. The staff are all experienced, qualified, and first-aid trained, with a strong focus on security, evident in their secure premises, gated gardens, and CCTV monitoring. They maintain a strong partnership with parents through regular newsletters, activity sessions, and an online 'Tapestry' account to track children's progress. The nursery also provides a welcome pack for each child, including a rucksack, drinks bottle, and t-shirt. Our ethos The nursery is committed to providing outstanding childcare and education while fostering initiative, independence, and strong social skills in children to prepare them for a confident start to school. They promote outdoor play and learning year-round, including through an allotment and mud kitchen. What it's like Children arrive happily, excited to see staff and their friends and eager to start their day. Staff organise learning experiences that motivate and inspire children to learn. Children behave well and follow the routines and expectations of the nursery. They have excellent manners and show respect for others. Children learn to be independent and to take responsibility for small tasks. Staff nurture children's language development well. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for school. Established since 2002 All-inclusive service Extensive outdoor facilities Owner-managed ## Pricing & funding 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://firstclassnurseriesbridgwater.co.uk) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Class Nurseries Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10407339 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284571)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY548852) 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 [ Visit website ](https://firstclassnurseriesbridgwater.co.uk) British Red Cross Society, Salmon Parade, Bridgwater, TA6 5JT [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.9976/51.1259/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bridgwater - [Day nurseries in Bridgwater](/search?q=Bridgwater) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-class-nurseries-ta6-5jt-ey548852) ## Key facts Opening hours 50 weeks of the year, full-time day care opening hours Food All meals and snacks included (Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea), caters for allergies, 5-star food hygiene rating Waitlist Waiting list for 2-3 year old room and pre-school room Age range 2 years to rising 5 years Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Class Nurseries Last inspected 22 July 2025 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 arrive happily, excited to see staff and their friends and eager to start their day. Staff organise learning experiences that motivate and inspire children to learn. Children behave well and follow the routines and expectations of the nursery. They have excellent manners and show respect for others. Children learn to be independent and to take responsibility for small tasks. Staff nurture children's language development well. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for school. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happily, excited to see staff and their friends and eager to start their day. - Staff organise learning experiences that motivate and inspire children to learn. - Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise and develop their balance, strength and flexibility as they play outside. - Staff well-being is a high priority for leaders. - Children build strong bonds with staff, which nurture children's emotional development. Areas to develop - 1 sharpen the implementation of the curriculum during group times to help ensure that all children receive the same high-quality interactions with staff and to reduce waiting times. Inspection #10407339 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284571) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Where there are concerns about children's development, staff take swift action to help close any gaps. For example, seeking support from external professionals when needed. Staff teach children signing to help them to communicate their wants and needs. Outdoor space Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise. They develop their balance, strength and flexibility as they play outside. Staff teach children to catch and throw balls and help develop children's coordination by challenging them to spin hula hoops around their bodies. Children learn about the natural world as they plant vegetables, watch them grow and eat them at mealtimes. ## Parent Reviews of First Class Nurseries 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIja6rKm4Aqb0Afxd5YZAulFt1pP8ytV7IF3d0sjG29-i2oXA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Emma Childs 7 years ago I highly recommend First Class Nursery as it’s facilities are fantastic and the staff are all so welcoming and caring. My eldest son has just left them to go onto school. He started very shy but left a confident caring little boy and they are very good at getting the children school ready. My youngest has just started & is settling in well. They are very organised and informative which I like and would definitely recommend anyone to take a look at this nursery if they are looking for childcare! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJc3RDVXl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4872086b927a3211:0xc910e519af61ac13) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKTdFsTRUza6XdMpu0Pw1d47NVWp_ymJnn9lTVnJ3qKvTPySQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Elise Davis 7 years ago Fantastic Nursery and amazing staff. Two of my children have already flourished at this nursery and I will look forward to my third child starting later this year. The service here has been truly outstanding and I will be forever grateful for the care given to my children during their time at First Class. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJOHM2SHpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4872086b927a3211:0xc910e519af61ac13) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL0biv61ayF2xpnAUBFrvkkS6VQqZureeiC9U5zX4YQkFfy5w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Elizabeth Gray 7 years ago This is an excellent nursery. It offers a clean, organised and happy environment. Staff are very friendly and professional. My son always has a positive experience here and I would definitely recommend it! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJZ3NqT0RBEAE!2m1!1s0x4872086b927a3211:0xc910e519af61ac13) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJvTWty8e7oR2KHIw3HcP7_y2O9huslytUNSJPwAOkustLiynU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Gemma May a year ago Absolutely brilliant nursery my boy loves going all teachers are amazing [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzaE11RUdnEAE!2m1!1s0x4872086b927a3211:0xc910e519af61ac13) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLglvLByYV-p9JTLu-nPp_A5Piop9H-8uzwPSRuV9Yko0jldQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amanda Rose 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJcXJUTmpnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4872086b927a3211:0xc910e519af61ac13) Reviews from Google for First Class Nurseries. 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