Opening hours
9am to 3pm, term time only
Trull Saplings Preschool
Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2022)
Number of places
50 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2022
Local authority
Somerset
About this day nursery
Trull Saplings Preschool, located in Taunton, TA3 7JZ, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 2 years to school age. The preschool aims to make the experience of choosing a preschool simple and supportive for parents.
They focus on providing a high-quality service in a safe and stimulating setting, with a unique approach that values and inspires every child. The preschool encourages daily outdoor adventures, including visits to parks, forest schools, and waterfalls, to foster curiosity and a love for nature.
Operating in a single room, children aged 2 to 4 years learn and grow together, building a strong sense of community. As a registered charity, Trull Saplings Preschool relies on community support and fundraising efforts to enhance its facilities and learning experiences.
They are committed to creating an inclusive environment and maintain good partnerships with local schools, ensuring children are well-prepared for their next educational step. The preschool offers a limited number of spaces and advises early registration, particularly for funded places.
Our ethos
Trull Saplings Preschool's unique approach values and inspires every child, with a commitment to fostering curiosity and a love for nature through daily outdoor adventures. They strive to create an inclusive environment and prepare children for their next educational step.
What it's like
Children arrive happily and develop strong relationships with caring staff, feeling safe and secure. They are confident and enjoy a variety of stimulating activities, including physical play. Children also learn about the natural environment.
Registered charityOutdoor adventuresCommunity-focusedExperienced educators
Pricing & funding
Fees are charged on an hourly basis for any hours attended over the standard government funding entitlement. Rates are structured into two age bands, covering two-year-olds and those aged three and over. There are no additional charges for consumables.
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- No extra fees or charges for consumables are applied.
- A £2.50 processing fee applies to accounts not paying via Bank Transfer or Childcare vouchers.
- The processing fee also applies to Free Entitlement-only places if they opt out of electronic payment.
Key facts
Age range
2 years to statutory school age
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Food
Not specified
Established
2017
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Trull Saplings Preschool
Last inspected 24 January 2022 · Petra Morgan
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 happily and develop strong relationships with caring staff, feeling safe and secure. They are confident and enjoy a variety of stimulating activities, including physical play. Children also learn about the natural environment.
Inspector highlights
- The competent manager is passionate and involves staff, parents, and children in continuous improvement.
- Staff have detailed knowledge of their key children and use observations to plan next steps in learning, sharing progress with parents online.
- Children develop important skills for school, including managing feelings, self-care, and independence.
- Staff effectively boost children's self-esteem through encouragement and praise.
- Partnerships with parents are strong, who appreciate feedback on their children's care and progress.
Areas to develop
- 1organise group times to ensure that all children focus and engage in the intended learning
- 2support staff to help children who speak English as an additional language to communicate and listen in both languages to further develop children's speech.
Inspection #10076363 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents comment on how happy they are with their children's care and progress.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff work closely with outside professionals, where necessary, to help children catch up in their learning. Children make good progress.
Outdoor space
Children develop their physical skills through a range of stimulating experiences, including 'yoga' and 'mini mover' sessions. They also learn about the natural environment and living things by collecting natural objects and observing a squirrel on their daily 'welly walk' to the local park.
Parent Reviews of Trull Saplings Preschool
5.0
(10)
K S1
3 months ago
We are so happy with this wonderful preschool. Before starting my little one had only spent time with me, so I was naturally nervous about the transition. The growth we’ve seen in her has been amazing. She has become more confident, and comfortable around other children. She is always so excited to go in, and so happy when she comes out, telling me the most random snippets of information on the journey home, she is so animated and excited, it is lovely to see and hear her little variations of the day. The staff are so lovely and nurturing, and have always been really welcoming and supportive. Knowing she feels safe, cared for, and happy here means everything to us. They go to forest school twice a week and if they’re not able, always try to go on an outside adventure to the park or other local places. Would highly recommend this preschool to local families ☺️
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Becky McAuslan-Crine
4 months ago
Trull Saplings Pre School is the loveliest place for little ones. It’s a small pre school but that was one of its selling points for me. Run by mums that really care for your child’s needs. My now 4 year old has been going since she was 2 and she’s loved every day. They go to the forest school every Tuesday and Thursday and always have lots of interactive play and fun activities. My second little girl will be starting this year and I know she will love it just as much. I can’t recommend the team at trull saplings enough. Thank you!
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Kerri-Anne Cully
4 months ago
We’re very happy with this pre-school for our 3-year-old. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely caring, which helped our child settle in quickly and feel comfortable. The activities are fun and age-appropriate, and we’ve seen great progress in confidence and social skills. Communication with parents is excellent, and the environment is always welcoming. We’d happily recommend this pre-school to other families.
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becky rowe
5 months ago
Both my children have attended Saplings and it has been the highlight of their weeks. The setting is so nurturing and focussed on each child’s learning in the most wonderful way. The staff who run the setting are fantastic and care so much for all the children. My sons have loved their time at Saplings, making friendships that have continued on. It is a really special place that has also helped set them up nicely for starting school.
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Laura JSD
a year ago
Trull Saplings is an incredible village preschool. We feel very lucky to have it on our doorstep. Our little one settled in so quickly and loves going each week. I have no doubt that this is down to the fact that the team are so kind, caring and nurturing. They really take time to get to know each child and provide them with fun learning activities each day. Forest school and trips to the park on a regular basis are a real highlight!
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Inspection history
Date: July 2016
- January 2022Good
- July 2016Good
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