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Snapdragons Nursery Horfield # Snapdragons Nursery Horfield Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · The Old Chapel, 635 Gloucester Road, Horfield, BS7 0BJ · Bristol Number of places 124 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Bristol About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Snapdragons Nursery, established in January 1998 in Atworth, has expanded from a modest farmhouse nursery to multiple locations across Bath, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire. As a family-operated business, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, responsive childcare that addresses local community needs. The nursery aims to create memorable and enjoyable experiences for children, fostering an environment where trust and confidence are built with parents. Their nurturing approach is designed to help children flourish, cultivating a passion for learning and developing well-rounded, self-assured individuals. Snapdragons heavily invests in its environments, resources, and staff, ensuring exciting outdoor play areas and innovative learning materials. They also provide comprehensive support for families regarding childcare costs, offering assistance with tax-free childcare and early years entitlement funding. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated staff, bespoke curriculum, and strong communication with parents, striving to make each child's journey through nursery smooth and enriching. Our ethos At Snapdragons Nursery, we believe that every child deserves a childhood filled with joy, connection, and wonder. Our vision is to create exceptional inclusive early years environments where children are free to be themselves, explore boldly, and grow into their full potential — emotionally, socially, physically and creatively. What it's like Children become kind and compassionate citizens through calm and connected relationships with staff. Leaders develop a safe and harmonious environment for both staff and children to flourish. This helps children and staff to feel secure and valued. Family-run business High-quality childcare Offers funding support Focus on memorable experiences Enhanced Provision Charge curriculum ## Pricing & funding 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) 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 Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm Age range 9 months to 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2014 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Snapdragons Nursery Horfield Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10372015 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50265950)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY477317) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://www.snapdragonsnursery.com/) The Old Chapel, 635 Gloucester Road, Horfield, BS7 0BJ Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm [© 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#/-2.5836/51.49189/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Horfield - [Day nurseries in Horfield](/search?q=Horfield) - [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=snapdragons-nursery-horfield-bs7-0bj-ey477317) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Snapdragons Nursery Horfield Last inspected 28 November 2024 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 become kind and compassionate citizens through calm and connected relationships with staff. Leaders develop a safe and harmonious environment for both staff and children to flourish. This helps children and staff to feel secure and valued. Inspector highlights - Leaders have a sharp focus on staff training and development. - Staff implement the curriculum well, ensuring that children benefit from rich experiences. - Staff support children to be 'capable and proud of increasing independence' through carefully planned opportunities to practise self-help skills. - Children freely explore the garden and during play, staff help them to develop their critical thinking skills. - Staff are caring and alert to babies' care needs. Areas to develop - 1 develop consistency in the quality of staff's teaching to help the younger children learn key vocabulary and engage more in conversations - 2 strengthen the organisation of transitions to ensure that children can remain focused in their learning and development. Inspection #10372015 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50265950) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children freely explore the garden. During play, staff help them to develop their critical thinking skills. For example, when children need help to reach the sandpit, staff guide them to fetch bricks from the play construction area to build steps to stand on to reach the sand. Inspection history Date: April 2016 - November 2024 Good - January 2020 Good - April 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Snapdragons Nursery Horfield ### What is Snapdragons Nursery Horfield's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Snapdragons Nursery Horfield? ### Does Snapdragons Nursery Horfield accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Snapdragons Nursery Horfield? ### What kind of outdoor space does Snapdragons Nursery Horfield offer? ### Who runs Snapdragons Nursery Horfield? ### Does Snapdragons Nursery Horfield foster a specific approach to learning? ### How does Snapdragons Nursery Horfield support children's independence? ### How can I contact Snapdragons Nursery Horfield? ## About the setting Snapdragons Nursery Horfield registered in 2014. It is located in Horfield, Bristol. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, throughout the year, with the exception of public holidays. It employs 44 members of staff. Of these, 16 hold appropriate early years qualifications. Three members of staff are qualified to degree level and two hold qualified teacher status. The provider receives funding to provide early years education for children aged two, three and four years. URN EY477317 Registered person Snapdragons Nurseries Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Horfield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Snapdragons Nursery Horfield. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Southmead Saplings Bristol · BS10 5NB ](/nursery/southmead-saplings-bs10-5nb-ey248911) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Peter Pan Nursery Bristol · BS7 8SW 4.7(9 reviews) ](/nursery/peter-pan-nursery-bs7-8sw-2609720) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Treehouse Nursery School Bristol · BS7 0XY 4.1(27 reviews) ](/nursery/treehouse-nursery-school-bs7-0xy-2716144) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Ashgrove Park Day Nursery Bristol · BS7 9LQ ](/nursery/ashgrove-park-day-nursery-bs7-9lq-106898) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Manor House Nursery Bristol · BS10 5DW 3.8(45 reviews) ](/nursery/manor-house-nursery-bs10-5dw-ey408953) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Clyde House Day Nursery Bristol · BS7 9EG 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/clyde-house-day-nursery-bs7-9eg-106936) [See all nurseries in Horfield →](/search?q=Horfield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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