Opening hours
7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
Nanny Bears Childcare in Ilminster
Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2025)
Number of places
37 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Somerset
About this day nursery
45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 14/04/2025 across all areas: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.
The setting cultivates warm and secure relationships between children and staff, with a focus on individualised planning that meets each child's needs. Staff are described as kind and caring, engaging children in a wide range of learning opportunities.
The curriculum is broad and interesting, with children demonstrating their learning through lively conversations. Nanny Bears Childcare places importance on outdoor learning, where children confidently use the slide and engage in imaginative play, even referencing familiar story phrases like those from 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' while exploring the long grass.
Children are encouraged to develop both gross and fine motor skills through activities such as climbing, sliding, and manipulating dough, which aids in preparing them for early writing. Staff serve as excellent role models, promoting respect and understanding of differences among children.
They also support communication and language development through running commentaries during play and effective use of books. The nursery aims to teach children healthy lifestyles through active opportunities like yoga and walks in the vicinity, complemented by home-cooked meals prepared by the nursery chef.
Parents appreciate the professional and friendly approach of the staff, feeling well-informed about their children's progress and reporting that their children are happy and settled.
What it's like
Children share warm and secure relationships with staff. Staff get to know the children well and plan effectively for their individual needs. They are kind and caring in their approach and engage children effectively in a wide range of learning opportunities.
Warm relationshipsIndividualised learningOutdoor playHealthy lifestylesStrong parent partnershipsCaring environment
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Key facts
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2023
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Nanny Bears Childcare
Last inspected 14 April 2025 · Michelle Heimsoth
Overall effectiveness
Good
What it's like to attend
Children share warm and secure relationships with staff. Staff get to know the children well and plan effectively for their individual needs. They are kind and caring in their approach and engage children effectively in a wide range of learning opportunities.
Inspector highlights
- Staff plan a clear and well-targeted curriculum, which is based on what they know about the children and their interests.
- Staff in the baby room know their children well and provide a caring and nurturing environment.
- Staff are attentive and caring towards the children and ensure their individual care needs are met.
- Staff teach children how to lead healthy lifestyles well, with many opportunities to be active.
- Managers are reflective and have a clear vision to provide a high-quality provision, ensuring staff receive regular professional development.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to engage and adapt their teaching further during activities, so that all children benefit as much as they can from the learning opportunities.
Inspection #10392359 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents appreciate the staff's professional and friendly approach.
They feel well informed about their children's progress and report that their children are very happy and settled.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
Outdoor space
Outside, children confidently climb the ramp to go down the slide. They use familiar phrases from the story 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' as they walk through the long grass outside.
Inspection history
Date: April 2025
- May 2025Good
- April 2025Good
Frequently asked about Nanny Bears Childcare
About the setting
Nanny Bears Childcare registered in 2023 and follows the Hygge approach. The setting is based within Ashwell Park on the Dillington Estate near Ilminster in Somerset. The setting employs eight members of staff, of whom seven hold a qualification at level 3 or above. They offer government funded places for childcare.
- URN
- 2721555
- Registered person
- Nanny Bears Childcare 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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