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Thorne Manor Day Nursery # Thorne Manor Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · Thorne Manor, Holsworthy, EX22 7JD · Devon Number of places 83 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2026 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thorne Manor Day Nursery, a childcare setting for children aged 0-4 years, has been operating since 2012 in Holsworthy, EX22 7JD. The nursery provides a broad and ambitious curriculum, with a strong focus on outdoor learning and rich learning experiences. It has a notable forest school programme and access to a nearby farm, allowing children to explore nature, learn about wildlife, and engage in activities like building hedgehog boxes. The setting prides itself on an inclusive culture, where staff support all children in building positive relationships and celebrating their unique personalities. They also carefully adapt teaching for disadvantaged children and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring individual needs are met through various adaptations and liaison with education professionals. Thorne Manor Day Nursery offers a warm and engaging environment where children quickly settle, feel emotionally secure, and make good progress, preparing them well for their next developmental steps. What it's like Leaders do not follow their safeguarding policy or collaborate with external professionals to gather information to support children who may be at risk of harm. However, leaders and staff plan a broad and ambitious curriculum that promotes outdoor learning and provides rich learning experiences. Children settle quickly, feel emotionally secure, and make good progress, preparing them well for their next steps. Outdoor learning Inclusive culture SEND support Ambitious curriculum ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age group, with rates decreasing as children get older. Parents can choose between full days (8am-6pm), half-day sessions (8am-1pm or 1pm-6pm), or short sessions (8am-3.30pm). Optional meals are available for the oldest age group for an additional charge. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - • Optional meals are available for the 3-4 years age group (Calves) for an additional fee. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 50 weeks a year Session types Full day, Session (morning), Session (afternoon), Extended morning session Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All\_year Registered with Ofsted 2012 Waitlist Yes ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Thorne Manor Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2026 Inspection no. 10125879 Lead inspector Dilys Vincent [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50304893)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627) 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 ](https://www.thornemanor.co.uk/) Thorne Manor, Holsworthy, EX22 7JD ## Explore day nurseries near Holsworthy - [Day nurseries in Holsworthy](/search?q=Holsworthy) - [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=thorne-manor-day-nursery-ex22-7jd-ey456627) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Apr 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard — Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Expected standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for Thorne Manor Day Nursery Last inspected 21 April 2026 · Dilys Vincent Actions the provider must take - ensure leaders work collaboratively with external agencies in line with their safeguarding policy to gather information to support the welfare of children - ensure policies and procedures promote all children's welfare and well-being and are fully implemented What it's like to attend Leaders do not follow their safeguarding policy or collaborate with external professionals to gather information to support children who may be at risk of harm. However, leaders and staff plan a broad and ambitious curriculum that promotes outdoor learning and provides rich learning experiences. Children settle quickly, feel emotionally secure, and make good progress, preparing them well for their next steps. Inspector highlights - Children are eager to explore and play with their friends. - Children with SEND are well supported to make progress. - Leaders and staff have created an inclusive culture. - Staff benefit from regular supervision meetings and training. - Leaders have ambitious plans for the nursery to enhance children's learning and experiences. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders do not follow their policy and procedures to gather relevant information about children when they start attending the setting. - 2 Leaders do not follow their safeguarding policies or procedures. They do not work collaboratively with external safeguarding agencies to promote children's welfare. Inspection #10125879 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50304893) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff carefully adapt teaching for disadvantaged children and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Calming areas are available and adaptations and adjustments are made for children who need this to support their learning and development. Those with SEND have their needs identified and met to enable them to make progress, with appropriate liaison with education professionals enabling timely interventions. Staff access a range of support to extend their knowledge and expertise for their role to best support children with gaps in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children learn about safety, risk and the wider world through exploration of their environment, including a forest school where they collect leaves and discuss their size and shape. There is an emphasis on outdoor learning in nature, with forest school and access to the nearby farm extending learning and widening children's understanding of the world. Children build hedgehog boxes and experience wildlife, such as deer, rabbits and birds in their habitat. Inspection history Date: July 2013 - April 2026 Expected standard - November 2025 Expected standard - March 2020 Outstanding - July 2013 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Thorne Manor Day Nursery ### Does Thorne Manor Day Nursery take babies? ### What type of nursery is Thorne Manor Day Nursery? ### Where is Thorne Manor Day Nursery located? ### What curriculum approach does Thorne Manor Day Nursery use? ### Which funded hours does Thorne Manor Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Holsworthy Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Thorne Manor Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 5.0 mi ### Westlands Nursery Kilkhampton · EX23 9QW ](/nursery/westlands-nursery-ex23-9qw-2602609) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.2 mi ### Bradworthy Pre-School Holsworthy · EX22 7RT ](/nursery/bradworthy-pre-school-ex22-7rt-106302) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.9 mi ### Budehaven Day Nursery Bude · EX23 8DQ ](/nursery/budehaven-day-nursery-ex23-8dq-103151) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.9 mi ### Cheldern Nursery and Pre School Bude · EX23 9HN 5.0(32 Google reviews) ](/nursery/cheldern-nursery-and-pre-school-limited-ex23-9hn-2694408) - [ Ofsted: Good 6.0 mi ### Early Birds Nursery Bude · EX23 8EA ](/nursery/early-birds-nursery-ex23-8ea-ey461571) - [ Ofsted: Good 6.4 mi ### St Petroc's School Nursery Bude · EX23 8NJ 4.3(26 Google reviews) ](/nursery/st-petroc-s-school-nursery-ex23-8nj-2717081) [See all nurseries in Holsworthy →](/search?q=Holsworthy) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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