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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. The Beehive Day Nursery # The Beehive Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Roughmoor, Bishops Hull, Taunton, TA1 5AA · Somerset Number of places 62 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2024 Local authority Somerset 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 The Beehive Day Nursery Ltd, situated in Taunton, TA1 5AA, caters to children aged 3 months to 5 years, operating 50 weeks annually, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm (with a slightly earlier closing time of 5:30 pm on Mondays, available upon request). The nursery requires a minimum of three sessions per week for each child to aid in their settling and continuity. Fees are all-inclusive of meals and snacks, though parents must provide baby milk, weaning foods, nappies, and creams. The nursery offers sibling discounts, with 5% off for the eldest child until they receive Early Years Entitlement Funding, and a 10% discount for twins (5% per child). A registration fee of £185 is required to secure a place, which includes a non-refundable £85 administration fee and a £100 deposit that is credited to the first month's invoice. The Beehive Day Nursery offers flexible drop-off and pick-up times within their operating hours and uses an online platform for attendance and invoicing. They accept various funding schemes, including 2-year-old funding, 15 hours universal funding for 3-4 year olds, and 30 hours extended funding for working parents of 3-4 year olds, with additional charges applicable to funded hours. They also accept Tax-Free Childcare and various childcare vouchers. Parents are advised that full fees are payable during absences due to holidays or sickness, and for Bank Holidays and staff training days. Late collection incurs a charge of £10 for every 15 minutes. One month's written notice is required for any permanent session changes or to terminate a child's place. What it's like Children keenly participate in nursery life, thriving in a warm and welcoming environment. They engage in a broad curriculum, leading their own play and immersing themselves in focused learning. There are also good opportunities for children to be active and learn the importance of healthy lifestyles. Accepts children from 3 months Open 50 weeks a year Sibling and twin discounts available Accepts various funding schemes ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured based on the child's age due to staffing ratio requirements. Charges include all meals and snacks, and full fees apply on bank holidays and staff training days. Surcharges are applied hourly for children accessing government-funded childcare hours. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - A registration fee is required to secure a child's place. - Fees must be cleared on or before the 15th day of the month. - Daily charges apply for late payment of fees. - Late collection fees apply for every 15 minutes or part thereof. - Hourly additional charges apply throughout all funded hours for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. - All fees are inclusive of meals and snacks. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Beehive Day Nursery Inspection date Aug 2024 Inspection no. 10351023 Lead inspector Rachael Williams Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50256726)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY436790) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://beehivedaynursery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sessions-and-Fee-Structure-2023.pdf) Roughmoor, Bishops Hull, Taunton, TA1 5AA [© 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#/-3.13065/51.02183/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Taunton - [Day nurseries in Taunton](/search?q=Taunton) - [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=the-beehive-day-nursery-ltd-ta1-5aa-ey436790) ## Key facts Food All fees are inclusive of meals and snacks. Baby milk, weaning foods, nappies and creams are excluded and must be supplied by the parent/carer. Opening hours 50 weeks per year, 5 days per week from 7:30am until 6:00pm (7:30am - 5:30pm Mondays - on request). Session types Full Day, Morning Session, Afternoon Session Age range 3 months to 5 years Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Beehive Day Nursery Last inspected 6 August 2024 · Rachael Williams 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 keenly participate in nursery life, thriving in a warm and welcoming environment. They engage in a broad curriculum, leading their own play and immersing themselves in focused learning. There are also good opportunities for children to be active and learn the importance of healthy lifestyles. Inspector highlights - Children keenly participate in nursery life and thrive in the warm and welcoming environment. - Staff gather a wealth of information to design a well-balanced curriculum. - Children behave well, are polite and well mannered. - There is a strong partnership with parents. - All staff understand their responsibilities to keep children safe. Areas to develop - 1 embed systems to raise the quality of teaching and interactions to a consistently high level to challenge children further. Inspection #10351023 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50256726) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment favourably on the leadership and management team, who they feel are visible and responsive to their views. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff assess children's progress well and quickly identify where children may require extra support. This is particularly evident in the individualised planning to support children's speech and language skills. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the meadow, such as taking turns to pull each other up the mound in the trailer. Staff keep children safe when walking to the meadow and help them understand the expectations that keep them safe, such as regular headcounts, sun safety and wearing high-visibility jackets. ## Parent Reviews of The Beehive Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVF-xvDt3o4zLqEac3D3oKx_DApc-pVoBnYDG_hpogQHv42S0wQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Lindsey Foxwell 6 years ago Today is the last day my youngest grandchild attends Beehive Nursery. For the last 7 years Beehive have looked after my grandchildren, nurturing them with genuine kindness and positively encouraged them in every way possible. Thank you for everything. My grandchildren have had the best start possible. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURVNXVtZnVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486df47ab7024237:0xfd568109dd5e2144) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIWlwE5AhKfQe-f24zy_e1JQj3i39wv4pGcOMhMVd1NaQ6Uwg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alan Nicholls 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR5NEpHMHlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486df47ab7024237:0xfd568109dd5e2144) Reviews from Google for The Beehive Day Nursery. 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