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St Bernards Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2025)
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4.7(3 Google reviews) ·Oakridge Methodist Church, Vivian Road, Basingstoke, RG21 5QB · Hampshire
Number of places
36 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2025
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

St Bernards Nursery is located within the Oakridge Methodist Church in Basingstoke and provides care for children aged two to four years. The day nursery is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm on weekdays, all year round. It offers government-funded places for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds and accepts tax-free childcare. The setting includes a 'Curiosity Room' and uses small and loose parts play as part of its provision.

At its inspection in June 2025, Ofsted rated the day nursery as Good. The inspector found that indoor and outdoor environments are arranged to encourage children's curiosity and exploration. The report highlighted that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well through staff working with parents and external professionals. Ofsted also noted that strong partnerships with parents are central to the nursery's approach and that clear routines underpin the children's day.

Our ethos

St Bernards Nursery is committed to providing high-quality early years education, with a philosophy centred on feeding children's imaginations through their dedicated "Curiosity Room" which features small and loose parts play. They focus on each child's developmental needs within a stimulating and nurturing environment.

What it's like

Children arrive at this warm and welcoming nursery with genuine enthusiasm. The homely atmosphere, combined with the staff's commitment, creates an environment where each child feels valued. Nurturing staff build strong emotional bonds with children, gathering detailed information from parents to support a smooth transition into daily routines.

Outstanding Ofsted ratingFull and part-time careCuriosity Room for imaginative playFlexible sessions

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm

Age range

2-5 year old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

1974

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St Bernards Nursery

Last inspected 3 June 2025 · Sonia Panchal

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 arrive at this warm and welcoming nursery with genuine enthusiasm. The homely atmosphere, combined with the staff's commitment, creates an environment where each child feels valued. Nurturing staff build strong emotional bonds with children, gathering detailed information from parents to support a smooth transition into daily routines.

Inspector highlights

  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well.
  • Books and songs are used in meaningful ways to enrich children's language skills.
  • Children keenly adopt healthy lifestyles.
  • Clear routines underpin children's day.
  • Strong, trusting partnerships with parents are at the heart of the nursery's ethos.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen coaching and mentoring procedures to support greater consistency in the quality of staff interactions with children across the nursery
  • 2review and refine the organisation of routines so that all children fully benefit from the curriculum.
Inspection #10394817 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well. Staff work closely with external professionals and parents to set appropriate targets and deliver tailored activities that address developmental gaps. Staff go above and beyond, particularly for children with SEND and those who speak English as an additional language.

Outdoor space

The indoor and outdoor environments are thoughtfully arranged to ignite children's curiosity and encourage their active exploration. Many activities promote children's independent thinking and teamwork.

Google Reviews of St Bernards Nursery

4.7
(3 Google reviews)

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Inspection history

Date: September 2004

  • June 2025Good
  • June 2025Good
  • October 2019Outstanding
  • September 2019Outstanding
  • April 2015Outstanding
  • April 2015Outstanding
  • April 2011Outstanding
  • April 2011Outstanding
  • January 2008Good
  • January 2008Outstanding
  • September 2004Good

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