Hugo and Holly Day Nursery in Gloucester (GL1 3DS)

About this day nursery

Hugo and Holly Day Nursery is a childcare setting in Gloucester for children aged from birth to four years. The day nursery is open all year round between 7.30am and 6pm and offers government-funded places for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds. At its Ofsted inspection in March 2022, the nursery was judged to be 'Good'. The inspector found that children are settled, enjoy their time, and develop close bonds with staff. Babies were seen to be emotionally secure, confidently choosing activities and responding positively to staff supporting their early communication.

Staff provide a broad range of learning experiences based on children's interests and development. Outdoors, children have many opportunities for physical activity, including climbing, balancing, and building with movable materials. The inspector noted that children’s behaviour is good and that they receive nutritious, home-cooked meals in a social environment. Parent partnerships are strong, with staff sharing information about children's care and learning, and children learn about different backgrounds and cultural traditions.

Our ethos

Hugo & Holly Day Nursery's philosophy is deeply influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach, fostering a stimulating environment where children are encouraged to think creatively, inquire, and explore. They also emphasise strong parent-nursery communication.

What it's like

Children are settled and clearly enjoy their time at the nursery. They develop close bonds with the friendly and attentive staff. Babies demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure, confidently choose from interesting activities, and respond positively to staff efforts to support their early communication skills.

Pricing & funding