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Oak Tree Day Nursery # Oak Tree Day Nursery in Bath Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2025) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · Bath Spa University, Newton Park, Bath, BA2 9BN · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 40 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2025 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Oak Tree Day Nursery and Pre-School is located within the picturesque grounds of Bath Spa University, offering a nurturing environment that fosters adventure, curiosity, and creativity. Catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years, this private nursery prides itself on a holistic approach to childcare, aiming to develop confident, caring, and inquisitive individuals. The nursery emphasises the critical importance of early years development, providing a stimulating environment led by experienced and responsive practitioners. It operates 52 weeks a year, from 7:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. The nursery is structured into age-specific rooms: "The Nest" for babies from 3 to 18 months, "Hedgehogs" for toddlers from 18 months, "Foxes" for 2-3 year olds, and "Badgers" as a Pre-School for children in their final year before school. Each room offers age-appropriate activities, focusing on sensory exploration, imaginative play, development of social and emotional skills, and preparation for school. Outdoor play and exploration of the university grounds, including woodland walks, are integral to the children's routine, promoting physical development and a connection with nature. The nursery strongly believes in a partnership with parents, encouraging their involvement in planning, sharing achievements, and participating in nursery events to ensure each child's individual needs and interests are met. Our ethos Oak Tree Day Nursery prides itself on a holistic approach to childcare, aiming to develop confident, caring, and inquisitive individuals. They emphasise early years development within a stimulating environment, and believe in a strong partnership with parents to meet each child's individual needs and interests. Outdoor play and exploration are integral to the children's routine, promoting physical development and a connection with nature. What it's like Children enter this welcoming nursery happily and settle easily on arrival, responding very positively to the friendly, caring staff. They move around the play areas confidently and show as content and comfortable in the nursery. Children learn to behave very well, interacting positively with friends and playing cooperatively. Holistic Development Forest School Activities University Grounds Setting School Readiness Programme Partnership with Parents ## Pricing & funding Fees include a one-off administration and reservation charge. Government-funded hours do not cover meals, consumables, or extra activities, which are instead billed via additional voluntary charges depending on the booked session. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - A non-refundable registration fee is required to cover admin costs and reserve a place. - Government-funded hours do not cover snacks, meals, or consumables. - Additional voluntary charges apply for food, consumables, and activities during funded sessions. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Oak Tree Day Nursery Inspection date Feb 2025 Inspection no. 10372432 Lead inspector Mary Daniel [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50273000)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2704571) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=oak-tree-day-nursery-ba2-9bn-2704571) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30 am - 6 pm, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year (excluding public holidays) Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Oak Tree Day Nursery Last inspected 21 February 2025 · Mary Daniel Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children enter this welcoming nursery happily and settle easily on arrival, responding very positively to the friendly, caring staff. They move around the play areas confidently and show as content and comfortable in the nursery. Children learn to behave very well, interacting positively with friends and playing cooperatively. Inspector highlights - Children enter this welcoming nursery happily and settle easily on arrival. - Children learn to behave very well, interact positively with their friends and play cooperatively. - Staff promote children's personal development effectively, such as through established daily routines to support their self-care skills. - Children learn to understand and manage their feelings safely. - Staff support children's communication well. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's awareness of ways to adapt their teaching and the organisation of group activities to help all children stay focused and engaged consistently well - 2 gather more information from parents at registration to enable staff to plan activities more securely based on children's existing skills and starting points on entry. Inspection #10372432 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50273000) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents say their children love going to nursery and staff keep them well informed of their children's daily activities and personal care Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Pre-school children use chalks to draw lines and circles on the outdoor playground. Toddlers try hard to do up their coats and put on their boots to go outdoors. Staff encourage children's mobility and provide good opportunities for them to exercise. Inspection history Date: February 2025 - March 2025 Good - February 2025 Good ## Frequently asked about Oak Tree Day Nursery ### Does Oak Tree Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### What curriculum approach does Oak Tree Day Nursery follow? ### How many children attend Oak Tree Day Nursery? ### Does Oak Tree Day Nursery take babies? ### What does Oak Tree Day Nursery do well? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bath Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Oak Tree Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Buttercup Barn Day Nursery Bath · BA2 9JE 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/buttercup-barn-day-nursery-ltd-ba2-9je-ey400741) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### First Steps Twerton Children's centre Bath · BA2 1SY ](/nursery/first-steps-twerton-children-s-centre-ba2-1sy-ey268656) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Little Blossoms Nursery School Bath · BA2 1JX ](/nursery/little-blossoms-nursery-school-ba2-1jx-ey552131) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford Saltford · BS31 3DW ](/nursery/happy-days-pre-school-saltford-bs31-3dw-ey313807) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Happy Days Nursery, Saltford Bristol · BS31 3DJ ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-saltford-bs31-3dj-133097) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.5 mi ### Riverside Nursery Bath · BA1 3NG ](/nursery/riverside-nursery-ba1-3ng-2774480) [See all nurseries in Bath →](/search?q=Bath) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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