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Snapdragons Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
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4.0(4 Google reviews) ·The Wylands, Bristol, BS11 0DA · Bristol
Number of places
124 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Bristol

About this day nursery

Snapdragons Nursery, established in 1998, began as a small farmhouse nursery in Atworth and has since expanded to multiple locations across Bath, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire. As a family-operated business, the day nursery focuses on delivering exceptional, responsive childcare that addresses local community requirements.

They are dedicated to creating enjoyable and memorable nursery experiences, aiming to build trust and confidence with parents. The nurturing environment at Snapdragons fosters children's development, encouraging a love for learning and helping them grow into well-rounded, confident individuals.

Recognising the significant expense of childcare, Snapdragons offers various financial support options, including tax-free childcare and early years entitlement funding, to assist families in managing costs. The day nursery prides itself on an enhanced provision charge (EPC) that covers meals, activities, stimulating environments, a bespoke curriculum beyond the EYFS, daily consumables like nappies and wipes, and a focus on staff wellbeing and communication.

What it's like

Children at Snapdragons Nursery build strong bonds with staff members, who are attentive to their care needs, ensuring their well-being remains high. New babies settle in quickly, thriving on the personal approach offered by staff. The key persons assess development and outline next steps, forming a clear curriculum to build communication and confidence in babies and toddlers.

Family-run businessMultiple locationsEnhanced Provision Charge (EPC)Focus on staff wellbeingHealthy eating

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Food

All meals and snacks provided, prepared fresh daily by on-site cooks

Opening hours

7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday

Age range

9 months to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

All year round, Term time only

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Snapdragons Nursery

Last inspected 20 July 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children at Snapdragons Nursery build strong bonds with staff members, who are attentive to their care needs, ensuring their well-being remains high. New babies settle in quickly, thriving on the personal approach offered by staff. The key persons assess development and outline next steps, forming a clear curriculum to build communication and confidence in babies and toddlers.

Inspector highlights

  • Children build strong bonds with staff, who are attentive to their care needs.
  • Children develop well-rounded physical skills and learn to adapt their behaviour, gaining positive attitudes to challenges.
  • Managers and staff build strong links within the local area, developing children's awareness of the community.
  • Staff lead a suitable balance of child-led and adult-led activities, effectively helping children to persevere and solve problems.
  • Parents are full of praise for the dedicated staff and the wealth of information shared about their child's time at the nursery.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance the arrangements and support staff offer children during the routines of the day, particularly around mealtimes, to reduce waiting time and develop children's skills as much as possible
  • 2help staff to flexibly adapt their teaching, consistently focusing on the individual needs of the all the children and make sure they can get the most out of planned activities.
Inspection #10303064 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on the very personal approach that staff offer their children.

Parents are full of praise for the dedicated staff and the wealth of information that is shared with them about their child's time at the nursery.

Parents say staff are so supportive.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities are closely supported. The manager liaises with staff, parents and other professionals to ensure that children get the help they need.

Outdoor space

Older children enjoy risky play out in the challenging terrain of the woodland area of the garden. They navigate steep slopes confidently, are mindful of their friends and other obstacles, recognise risks and take turns well. Toddlers eagerly hunt for bugs and staff encourage their concentration and suitable behaviour. Children develop their physical skills well in the outdoor space.

Google Reviews of Snapdragons Nursery

4.0
(4 Google reviews)
Lenny John
6 years ago

Our little one loves Snapdragons. She joined the babies on the top floor and will soon be going down to toddlers. The staff are always really friendly and answer any questions, they do lots of different activities so the babies don’t get board. I always recommend Snapdragons to any parents

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Terri Casey
8 years ago

Excellent nursery, brilliant staff and a lovely environment for children. Would highly recommend

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Inspection history

Date: October 2021

  • July 2023Good
  • October 2021Good

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