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# Mary P's BCT in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham

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Ofsted: Good

(Jul 2025) 

· 2.3 (3 parent reviews)  · Lacon House, 2 Millham Road, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8BL · Gloucestershire 

Number of places

29 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

Jul 2025

Local authority

Gloucestershire

About 

-   About 
-   Pricing 
-   Ofsted 
-   Inclusion 
-   Reviews 
-   FAQ 

-   [About](#about)
-   [Pricing](#pricing)
-   [Ofsted](#ofsted)
-   [Inclusion](#inclusion)
-   [Reviews](#reviews)
-   [FAQ](#faq)

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## About this day nursery

Mary P's Day Nursery in Bishops Cleeve offers childcare services tailored to the needs of working parents. The nursery is part of a larger group with another branch in Twigworth, maintaining consistent policies and procedures across both locations.

They provide a nurturing environment where children can develop and grow, with a focus on their well-being and learning. The nursery also has an active online presence, sharing updates on their activities and encouraging parent engagement.

Meals are provided, with menus available for review and an alternative lunch policy in place to accommodate diverse dietary requirements. The facility aims to be flexible, offering various session types and considering term-time only agreements to suit different family schedules.

They also operate a holiday club for older children.

What it's like

Children arrive happy and are warmly welcomed by nurturing staff who help those who find it harder to settle. Staff build strong, trusting relationships and create a calm, purposeful environment where children feel secure, valued and confident to explore and learn. The ambitious, well- sequenced curriculum is tailored to each child's needs and interests, with staff closely monitoring next steps.

Flexible sessions Holiday Club available Catering for dietary needs 

## Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around full weeks, full days, short days, and half-day sessions, with no age-based price banding specified. Additional options include early drop-off times, holiday club, and hourly extensions. Term-time only agreements are also considered. All fees are correct as of April 2025.

Good to know

-   Registration fee applies, with a discounted rate for siblings. 
-   Hourly extension rates and other session times are available. 
-   Term-time only agreements are considered upon request. 
-   Early drop-off sessions are available from 7.30am or 7.45am. 
-   Holiday club sessions are offered between 9am and 4pm. 

## Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

## Ofsted rating for Mary P's BCT

Last inspected 9 July 2025 · Aggie Bennett

Overall effectiveness 

Good 

What it's like to attend

Children arrive happy and are warmly welcomed by nurturing staff who help those who find it harder to settle. Staff build strong, trusting relationships and create a calm, purposeful environment where children feel secure, valued and confident to explore and learn. The ambitious, well- sequenced curriculum is tailored to each child's needs and interests, with staff closely monitoring next steps.

Inspector highlights

-   Children arrive happy and are warmly welcomed by nurturing staff who help those who find it harder to settle. 
-   Parents report that communication is clear, both in person and through the online journal, and they feel well supported. 
-   The curriculum actively reflects and celebrates family cultures through displays and recognition of the languages children speak. 
-   Staff prioritise communication and language development across the curriculum. 
-   Staff actively teach independence from the earliest age. 

Areas to develop

-   1 strengthen the planning of adult-led activities to more precisely reflect the different needs and stages of children's learning so that all children are consistently challenged and supported to build on what they know and can do. 

Inspection #10399622 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284298)

### Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Mary P's BCT

Inspection date

Jul 2025

Inspection no.

10399622

Lead inspector

Aggie Bennett

[Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284298)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2739727)

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Lacon House, 2 Millham Road, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8BL 

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm

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## What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

> Parents report that communication is clear, both in person and through the online journal, and they feel well supported.

> They appreciate the settling-in process and feel that staff form strong, positive relationships with their children.

> Parents describe transitions between rooms and into school as positive and say their children are well prepared.

Inclusion & environment

## How they support every child

SEND provision

Where concerns arise, staff are supported by leaders, who have effective processes in place to identify and respond to emerging needs. Staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Staff take a creative approach to planning for physical development. Children build physical skills using climbing trees, bikes and outdoor equipment. Older children benefit from weekly visits to a local club where they take part in rugby sessions.

## Parent Reviews of Mary P's BCT

2.3 

(3) 

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R “Rolo561” R

a year ago

Took the registration fee had my child in for 2 days then said they can't have him because of staffing levels. No explanation no follow up email despite several chases. Completely unprofessional would not recommend.

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Miriam Duncanson

2 years ago

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Inspection history

Date: July 2025

-   August 2025 Good 
-   July 2025 Good 

## Frequently asked about Mary P's BCT

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### What is the capacity at Mary P's BCT?

### How does Mary P's BCT support children with SEND?

## About the setting

Mary P's BCT Ltd registered in June 2023. It is situated in a residential area of Bishop's Cleeve, in Tewkesbury. The setting is open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. The provider employs 14 members of staff, most of whom hold a relevant qualification at level 3. One member of staff is working towards a level 2 qualification as an apprentice. The setting offers government-funded early education places.

URN

2739727

Registered person

Mary P's BCT Ltd

Day care type

Full day care

Register

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register

Establishment type

Childcare on non-domestic premises

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