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We’ve used other nursery’s in the area and Stroud but by a long way Ridgeway is the best.\n\nIt’s run by Mums with massive experience and they have brilliant creativity with arts and crafts/learning for the little ones to get involved in (our little ones learning journal book blew me away)\n\nThe setting is great too, lots of open plan space inside and a massive garden outside.\n\nI wish we found them sooner. Our youngest has been given a massive head start for School! Thank you again Ridgeway Team.", "datePublished": "2021-07-17T07:12:22.207485Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Lucy Howard" }, "reviewBody": "This is a wonderful playgroup in Bussage. My son absolutely loves it and the staff are fantastic. 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Ridgeway Playgroup # Ridgeway Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Bussage Village Hall, The Ridgeway, Bussage, GL6 8BB · Gloucestershire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority Gloucestershire 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 Ridgeway Playgroup Limited, established in 2006, provides childcare from Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, operating during term-time for children aged 2 to 4 years. The setting, which received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 14 March 2025, warmly welcomes children and parents, helping children to settle quickly and feel secure. Children are happy and confident, enjoying a wide range of learning opportunities both indoors and outdoors. Staff carefully plan themes for the curriculum based on children's interests, covering all areas of learning. The playgroup prioritises the development of independence, encouraging children to access resources for themselves and practice self-care skills, such as putting on coats and washing hands. Staff are particularly skilled at supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, developing individual support plans and working closely with parents and external professionals to address any learning gaps. Outdoors, children build core strength by pushing tyres and develop coordination on trikes. Opportunities for risky play, both indoors and out, help children build confidence and physical skills through activities like climbing ladders and using crash mats for running and jumping. What it's like Staff warmly welcome children and parents, helping children settle quickly and feel safe. Children are happy and confident, choosing to play with friends, developing imagination and listening to stories. There is a wide range of learning opportunities inside and outside, with staff carefully planning themes based on children's interests to include all areas of learning. Good Ofsted rating Strong parent relationships Promotes independence Effective SEND support Rich indoor and outdoor play Focus on hygiene ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ridgeway Playgroup Last inspected 14 March 2025 · Verrity Simons Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Staff warmly welcome children and parents, helping children settle quickly and feel safe. Children are happy and confident, choosing to play with friends, developing imagination and listening to stories. There is a wide range of learning opportunities inside and outside, with staff carefully planning themes based on children's interests to include all areas of learning. Inspector highlights - Leaders ensure that staff know all the children well and continuously reflect and evaluate practice. - Children make good progress across the areas of learning. - Staff support children to develop good hygiene practices and to understand the importance of daily toothbrushing. - Relationships with parents are very strong, and parents are delighted with the progress their children make. - There is a strong focus to develop children's independence, with children accessing resources for themselves and practicing self-care skills. Areas to develop - 1 help children to understand the need for safety in their play, to enable them to consider and manage some risks for themselves. Inspection #10380618 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274736) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ridgeway Playgroup Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10380618 Lead inspector Verrity Simons [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274736)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY342824) 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 Bussage Village Hall, The Ridgeway, Bussage, GL6 8BB Opening hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm [© 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#/-2.16911/51.73057/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bussage - [Day nurseries in Bussage](/search?q=Bussage) - [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=ridgeway-playgroup-limited-gl6-8bb-ey342824) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on how the packs have helped with toothbrushing at home. > Parents are delighted with the progress their children make. They notice how their children's use of language has improved as they are using more words. > Parents value the comprehensive learning journals that show their child's progress. They also access the online application. This helps parents talk to their children about their day. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They are passionate about children developing the skills they need to reach their full potential. Staff develop support plans and set targets to meet children's individual needs, working closely with parents and referring to external professionals to help address gaps in learning. Outdoor space There is a wide range of learning opportunities inside and outside. Outdoors, children push tyres, developing their core strength muscles. Others play on trikes with beaming smiles, developing their coordination and carefully controlling their speed. Children have lots of opportunities to take part in risky play, indoors and outdoors, helping to develop their confidence and physical skills by climbing ladders and using crash mats outdoors to practise running and jumping skills. ## Parent Reviews of Ridgeway Playgroup 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXyjCbmMNl7bNuqnRje1l_oTpRJWiKUUs5LV1kpubRYv6ja_sM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ben Webb 4 years ago I can’t say enough good things about Ridgeway! We’ve used other nursery’s in the area and Stroud but by a long way Ridgeway is the best. It’s run by Mums with massive experience and they have brilliant creativity with arts and crafts/learning for the little ones to get involved in (our little ones learning journal book blew me away) The setting is great too, lots of open plan space inside and a massive garden outside. I wish we found them sooner. Our youngest has been given a massive head start for School! Thank you again Ridgeway Team. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURxeDV6cW93RRAB!2m1!1s0x48710dca3b12aab1:0xff2fa23873c15acd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLTzJ0rd-IDp0HzrItE-oMdtlFEUzMtTGgHsdvjidx3onilzg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lucy Howard 6 years ago This is a wonderful playgroup in Bussage. My son absolutely loves it and the staff are fantastic. They have a brilliant large outdoor space to explore. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNNbzVUbnVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48710dca3b12aab1:0xff2fa23873c15acd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIwQEVLdB-sXNoClmbeT9tYf3v3Sv5G-YLaZa4vcV9aWhpdnA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Donna Turner 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtLXBmTUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x48710dca3b12aab1:0xff2fa23873c15acd) Reviews from Google for Ridgeway Playgroup. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18388094166920944333&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: January 2010 - March 2025 Good - June 2019 Good - May 2016 Good - January 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Ridgeway Playgroup ### How is Ridgeway Playgroup Limited classified by Ofsted? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Ridgeway Playgroup Limited accept? ### How does Ridgeway Playgroup Limited support children with SEND? ### What outdoor learning opportunities are available at Ridgeway Playgroup Limited? ### What is Ridgeway Playgroup Limited working on developing? ### When is Ridgeway Playgroup Limited open? ## About the setting Ridgeway Playgroup Limited registered in 2006. It operates from a village hall in Bussage, in the Stroud area of Gloucestershire. The playgroup is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm, term time only. The playgroup employs seven members of staff, all hold childcare qualifications at level 3. The setting offers government funded places. 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