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The Mill Nursery # The Mill Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2021) · St. Vigor & St. John C of E Primary School, Wells Road, Radstock, BA3 4EX · Somerset Number of places 9 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Jun 2021 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 Mill Nursery operates as part of St Vigour and St John Church School, fostering a holistic approach to early years education in Radstock. The nursery is designed to be a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to engage with a broad curriculum that includes creative arts, science, and outdoor learning. A key feature of their offering is a dedicated Forest School programme, allowing children to explore and learn in nature. The curriculum emphasises personal development, aiming to build a strong foundation for children's transition to primary school. With a focus on individual growth and connection, The Mill Nursery integrates its values with the wider school community while providing a distinct early years experience. Our ethos Our ethos revolves around being adventurous, ethical, connected, and unique. We aim to nurture these qualities within each child, preparing them for future learning and personal growth. What it's like Children arrive at The Mill Nursery happy for their day to begin and are met by warm and welcoming staff who create a nurturing environment. Children show curiosity and confidence, making independent choices in their play. Staff promote children's sense of belonging and emotional well-being through positive interactions. Forest School Personal Development Focus Integrated with Primary School ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.stvigorandstjohnschool.co.uk/admissions/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 5pm Session types mornings, afternoons, full days Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Mill Nursery Last inspected 21 June 2021 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children arrive at The Mill Nursery happy for their day to begin and are met by warm and welcoming staff who create a nurturing environment. Children show curiosity and confidence, making independent choices in their play. Staff promote children's sense of belonging and emotional well-being through positive interactions. Inspector highlights - The newly appointed manager works in close partnership with the headteacher, sharing a clear vision for the setting. - Staff provide a range of activities to support children to develop and strengthen the small muscles in their hands and fingers in readiness for early writing. - Staff develop children's self-care skills well, encouraging them to drink from open cups and wash their hands before mealtimes. - Partnerships with parents are good, and parents comment on the excellent progress their children have made, particularly their personal, social and emotional development. - Staff use the outdoor space to enrich children's knowledge and understanding of the world, encouraging them to use all their senses to explore the natural environment. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of daily routines to ensure the length of time children spend waiting does not have a negative impact on their behaviour - 2 ensure all activities, in particular those outdoors, are planned to match the developmental stage of all children, specifically the youngest children who are not yet mobile. Inspection #10194156 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166588) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Mill Nursery Inspection date Jun 2021 Inspection no. 10194156 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166588)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY560349) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://www.stvigorandstjohnschool.co.uk/the-mill-nursery/) St. Vigor & St. John C of E Primary School, Wells Road, Radstock, BA3 4EX Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 5pm [© 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#/-2.50077/51.26147/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Radstock - [Day nurseries in Radstock](/search?q=Radstock) - [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-mill-nursery-ba3-4ex-ey560349) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the excellent progress their children have made since starting at the setting, particularly their personal, social and emotional development. > Parents feel that the staff prepare children well for their next stage of learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Staff use the outdoor space to enrich children's knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live in. Children are encouraged to use all of their senses to explore the natural environment. Staff utilise the open spaces to enhance children's physical development. Inspection history Most recent inspection 21 June 2021 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50166588) ## Frequently asked about The Mill Nursery ### What curriculum does The Mill Nursery follow? ### What do parents say about The Mill Nursery? ### How are meals handled at The Mill Nursery? ### How can The Mill Nursery be contacted? ## About the setting The Mill Nursery became part of the Bath and Wells Diocesan Academies Trust in 2018, along with St Vigor and St John C of E Primary School. The nursery setting is within the school grounds which is located in Chilcompton, Radstock. The registered provision cares for children under the age of two years. The nursery provision employs a manager who is level 6 qualified and 10 members of staff. Three of these staff work within the registered provision and hold relevant level 3 childcare qualifications. 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