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The Balsam Nursery # The Balsam Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · 1b Alfred's Way, Wincanton Business Park, Wincanton, BA9 9RU · Somerset Number of places 85 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Balsam Nursery, located in Wincanton, offers comprehensive childcare for young children. Emphasising a strong partnership with parents, the nursery aims to create a stimulating and secure environment where children can thrive, learn, and develop at their own pace. They focus on providing a rich and varied curriculum that supports all areas of early childhood development, encouraging curiosity, exploration, and a love for learning. The nursery promotes a nurturing atmosphere, ensuring each child feels valued and supported in their individual journey. With a commitment to open communication and collaboration, The Balsam Nursery strives to build strong relationships with families, working together to foster each child's growth and well-being. They also provide detailed policies regarding medication, illness, and emergency procedures to ensure a safe and organised care environment. Our ethos The Balsam Nursery aims to create a stimulating and secure environment where children can thrive, learn, and develop at their own pace. They focus on providing a rich and varied curriculum that supports all areas of early childhood development, encouraging curiosity, exploration, and a love for learning. The nursery promotes a nurturing atmosphere, ensuring each child feels valued and supported. What it's like Children at The Balsam Nursery are happy and eager to learn, benefiting from staff's warm, caring, and nurturing interactions. Staff provide a varied and enjoyable curriculum, supporting children in making choices and fostering their motivation as active learners. Secure attachments are formed through an effective key-person system, ensuring children feel safe and secure from settling in. Strong parent partnership Stimulating learning environment Comprehensive early childhood development ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged on a regular hourly basis with a cooked two-course lunch available as an optional extra. A holding deposit is required to secure a child's place, and fees are reviewed annually. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - A holding deposit of £200 is required to secure a place, which is deducted from the first month's invoice. - Deposits are non-refundable if the place is not taken. - The hourly fee is reviewed regularly, with a minimum of 2 months' notice given for any increases. - A surcharge applies for late collection after 6:00 pm. ## Key facts Opening hours 8:00am - 6:00pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Balsam Nursery Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10326439 Lead inspector Marie Swindells Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240289)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2545530) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-balsam-nursery-ba9-9ru-2545530) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Balsam Nursery Last inspected 23 January 2024 · Marie Swindells 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 The Balsam Nursery are happy and eager to learn, benefiting from staff's warm, caring, and nurturing interactions. Staff provide a varied and enjoyable curriculum, supporting children in making choices and fostering their motivation as active learners. Secure attachments are formed through an effective key-person system, ensuring children feel safe and secure from settling in. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and arrive at the nursery eager to learn. - Staff's interactions with children are warm, caring and nurturing. - Staff consistently make children's learning enjoyable and exciting. - Staff form secure attachments with children through an effective key-person system. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of large-group activities so that children consistently benefit from the intended curriculum - 2 make greater use of spontaneous opportunities to encourage children to talk about size, quantities and numerals. Inspection #10326439 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240289) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents appreciate the inclusive practice and targeted support their children receive to help to meet their individual needs. > parents welcome the experiences their children have to promote an understanding of family backgrounds, local communities and what makes their children unique. > Parents comment very positively about the consistency in care and education and the progress their children make over time. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff who have received training in this specialist area support others to implement individual support plans. Regular assessments, intensive support and meetings with parents and/or other professionals involved in the child's care ensure that children make the best possible progress. Outdoor space The baby room is airy and spacious. Staff set toys up on different levels to promote babies' physical development. Babies crawl, shuffle and walk to the heavy duty tray, enjoying exploring a range of sensory activities. Inspection history Date: January 2022 - January 2024 Good - January 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about The Balsam Nursery ### How did The Balsam Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Does the nursery offer holiday club provision? ### Is The Balsam Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### What are the opening hours at The Balsam Nursery? ### What outdoor space does The Balsam Nursery have? ### Where is The Balsam Nursery located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Wincanton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Balsam Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Sunbeams Pre-School Wincanton · BA9 9EN ](/nursery/little-sunbeams-pre-school-ba9-9en-ey498347) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Conkers Nursery Wincanton · BA9 9HB ](/nursery/conkers-the-balsam-centre-s-community-nursery-ba9-9hb-2552082) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Sticky Fingers Pre-School Templecombe · BA8 0HP ](/nursery/sticky-fingers-pre-school-ba8-0hp-ey369814) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.8 mi ### Sunnyside Nursery School Henstridge · BA8 0PA ](/nursery/sunnyside-nursery-school-ba8-0pa-142882) [See all nurseries in Wincanton →](/search?q=Wincanton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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