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Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots # Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · Patchway Community Centre, Rodway Road, Bristol, BS34 5PF · South Gloucestershire Number of places 46 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2026 Local authority South Gloucestershire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots, established in 1996, operates as a childcare setting on non-domestic premises in Bristol, caring for children aged 2-4 years. The pre-school received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 6th February 2026. Children are welcomed into a nurturing environment where they confidently self-register and eagerly engage with friends and activities, demonstrating independence and a love for learning. The setting prioritises strong relationships with families, actively supporting regular attendance and offering a curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots places a strong emphasis on emotional well-being, with staff caring for children with warmth and consistency. Clear routines help children understand expectations, promoting good hygiene and healthy eating habits. The pre-school encourages extensive outdoor play, allowing children to move freely between indoor and outdoor areas, exploring mud, water, and engaging in imaginative activities. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make impressive progress in communication, benefiting from staff who adapt the curriculum to ensure all children can access and succeed in their learning journey. What it's like Children are welcomed into the setting and display their pictures to self-register. They are excited to see their friends and join them in their play, showing high levels of engagement and independence as they lead their own learning. Children move freely between the indoor and outdoor areas, choosing from carefully prepared activities. Strong relationships with families Emotional well-being focus Engaging outdoor play SEND progress in communication Independence in learning ## Key facts Opening hours Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Friday : 08:00 - 15:45,Thursday : 08:00 - 12:00 Established 1996 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Feb 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard — Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Expected standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 2 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots Last inspected 6 February 2026 Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Children are welcomed into the setting and display their pictures to self-register. They are excited to see their friends and join them in their play, showing high levels of engagement and independence as they lead their own learning. Children move freely between the indoor and outdoor areas, choosing from carefully prepared activities. Inspector highlights - All children make progress across all areas of learning, using a broad vocabulary and speaking confidently. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make impressive progress with their communication. - Leaders and staff build strong relationships with families and work closely to support children's regular attendance. - Children show a love of learning, with good concentration and eagerness to take part. - Staff care for children with warmth and consistency, placing a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing. - Clear routines help children understand expectations and promote good hygiene and healthy eating. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should implement clear, individual professional development targets so that staff receive precise guidance and support to strengthen their knowledge and further improve the quality of teaching. - 2 Leaders should continue to strengthen the quality of teaching to facilitate more opportunities for children to experiment, test ideas and extend their learning. Inspection #10072393 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50299436) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots Inspection date Feb 2026 Inspection no. 10072393 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50299436)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/136049) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Patchway Community Centre, Rodway Road, Bristol, BS34 5PF [© 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#/-2.57745/51.5316/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bristol - [Day nurseries in Bristol](/search?q=Bristol) - [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=patchway-centre-pre-school-tots-bs34-5pf-136049) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make impressive progress with their communication, using signs and following instructions with increasing independence. Staff adapt the curriculum so all children, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, can access and succeed in their learning. All children, including disadvantaged children and children with SEND, form secure attachments with staff and make progress from their individual starting points with dedicated staff using meaningful step-by-step targets. Outdoor space Children spend plenty of time outdoors, exploring mud and water and engaging in imaginative play. They can freely move between indoor and outdoor areas, choosing from a variety of activities. Staff complete thorough risk assessments and supervise children effectively. Inspection history Date: June 2011 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Good ). We're re-checking it against the original report. - March 2020 Good - July 2016 Good - June 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots ### How was Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots rated by Ofsted? ### Is Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots suitable for under-twos? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What is the nursery working on developing? ### What are the opening hours at Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Patchway Centre Pre-School & Tots. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Charlton Heights Bristol · BS34 5UZ 4.5(17 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-and-preschool-bs34-5uz-2739395) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Caerleon Child Care Bristol · BS34 5TB 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/caerleon-child-care-bs34-5tb-ey454822) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Ambourne House Day Nursery Bristol · BS34 6ND 4.6(27 reviews) ](/nursery/ambourne-house-day-nursery-bs34-6nd-ey551343) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Snapdragons Cribbs Causeway Patchway · BS34 5TN 4.6(10 reviews) ](/nursery/snapdragons-cribbs-causeway-bs34-5tn-2610946) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Rainbows Pre-School Bristol · BS34 6BD ](/nursery/little-rainbows-pre-school-cic-bs34-6bd-2703168) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Play Station Nusery Bristol · BS34 6DW ](/nursery/play-station-nusery-ltd-bs34-6dw-2704322) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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