--- title: "Rainbow Pre-School, Bridgwater — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Rainbow Pre-School, a nursery in Bridgwater — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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I have sent two children there and will be sending my next child there.\nThe setting is beautiful and well thought out. All the staff are amazing.\nMy children love attending rainbows. As they are happy it makes me happy.", "datePublished": "2018-05-25T11:28:04.741Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Bambi Thomas" }, "reviewBody": "I cant fault amzing friendly and helpful.", "datePublished": "2026-02-05T06:34:02.766315737Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 4, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "j potter" }, "reviewBody": "One of my grandchildren and three of my great grandchildren have gone or are going to this really caring and wonderful play school. 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Rainbow Pre-School # Rainbow Pre-School in Bridgwater Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 4.8 (6 parent reviews) · Community Gardens, Parkway, Bridgwater, TA6 4QX · Somerset Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery What it's like Children arrive at the pre-school with enthusiasm and are greeted warmly by staff, fostering a strong sense of belonging and emotional security. The pre-school offers a broad curriculum, and children actively engage with prepared activities and other available resources, using their imaginations and developing independence. Leaders and staff maintain high expectations for behaviour, serving as excellent role models, which results in children behaving very well. ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://myed.com/nurseries/rainbow-pre-school-playgroup-ey294245) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 3.15pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rainbow Pre-School Last inspected 20 March 2023 · Margaret Dobbs Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive at the pre-school with enthusiasm and are greeted warmly by staff, fostering a strong sense of belonging and emotional security. The pre-school offers a broad curriculum, and children actively engage with prepared activities and other available resources, using their imaginations and developing independence. Leaders and staff maintain high expectations for behaviour, serving as excellent role models, which results in children behaving very well. Inspector highlights - Children come into the pre-school full of enthusiasm. - The pre-school offers a broad curriculum, and children excitedly engage with the prepared activities or choose from other available resources. - Children show independence skills as they get themselves ready to play outside. - Leaders and staff have high expectations of children's behaviour. - Staff support children's language and communication skills extremely well. Areas to develop - 1 encourage staff to be more flexible in the intent of some adult-planned activities so that they do not miss any spontaneous opportunities for children to explore the activity in different ways. Inspection #10264024 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215176) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Rainbow Pre-School Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10264024 Lead inspector Margaret Dobbs Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215176)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY294245) 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 Community Gardens, Parkway, Bridgwater, TA6 4QX Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 3.15pm [© 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#/-2.98202/51.13359/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bridgwater - [Day nurseries in Bridgwater](/search?q=Bridgwater) - [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=rainbow-pre-school-playgroup-ta6-4qx-ey294245) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say staff are welcoming, kind and extremely supportive of their children and the whole family. > Parents say that their different cultures are respected. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are skilful in adapting questions or instructions, putting them in simpler terms and providing visual prompts. This is particularly helpful to those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders check that assessment processes quickly identify any gaps in children's learning so that all children, including those with SEND, make good progress. Outdoor space Children show independence skills as they get themselves ready to play outside. They run about happily in the large open space and look for coloured balls hidden in the bushes and between the flowers. They benefit from having access to a wildlife area where they can watch the birds and learn more about the natural world. ## Parent Reviews of Rainbow Pre-School 4.8 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK62A8lU0RKSt4vnYQkyRNMPkLeyB3XjurlVUARBmcyLv3L-A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tracey Palmer 7 years ago I've used this preschool for two/three years now and will continue to use them. I have sent two children there and will be sending my next child there. The setting is beautiful and well thought out. All the staff are amazing. My children love attending rainbows. As they are happy it makes me happy. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURna3FPRGhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487208a28735d12d:0x6f702a8de8e6ecc4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUjEpzaNRiTEfPPTjpxAC0uE0dAr84UdJ4-7_TSlzQuKVprwB8S=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Bambi Thomas 3 months ago I cant fault amzing friendly and helpful. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tkVFptRlRVR1JtZVcxc2IyeFVPRlp4Um5CclNGRRAB!2m1!1s0x487208a28735d12d:0x6f702a8de8e6ecc4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKKvk5Ysq_lAbIMhPVvnEftgUD62NCG324YocLbUxMXWy9seg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) j potter 9 years ago One of my grandchildren and three of my great grandchildren have gone or are going to this really caring and wonderful play school. I've have only heard good things about the whole setup there. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3dWQtb1d3EAE!2m1!1s0x487208a28735d12d:0x6f702a8de8e6ecc4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLpB16HXKG1IwlxjeR1FWbW4X4a9ad1_mFy7tiSl0K46xixUA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jessica Paul 7 years ago Best pre-school they have been amazing and my son's need and all the kids needs are met The staff over there a so friendly [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRanVqV2t3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487208a28735d12d:0x6f702a8de8e6ecc4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX0sYHBnFsmI9XDZVVnIT8vjdArPAuG1yTWqPYehi5pdaFKHPY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Lorraine Rocco 2 years ago Lovely place, caring teachers, my daughter loves Rainbow PreSchool. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1eU12cFl3EAE!2m1!1s0x487208a28735d12d:0x6f702a8de8e6ecc4) Reviews from Google for Rainbow Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8029964924587797700&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2008 - March 2023 Good - May 2017 Good - March 2015 Good - September 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about Rainbow Pre-School ### How big is Rainbow Pre-School? ### What are the opening hours at Rainbow Pre-School? ### Does Rainbow Pre-School take babies? ### What do parents value about Rainbow Pre-School? ### Is Rainbow Pre-School a private nursery? ### How does Rainbow Pre-School support children with SEND? ## About the setting Rainbow Pre School Playgroup registered in 2004 and operates from Bridgwater, Somerset. It opens from Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 3.15pm, during term time only. The pre-school employs five members of staff; three hold childcare qualifications at level 3 and two hold a level 2 qualification. 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