--- title: "University of Bradford Nursery | Ofsted: Outstanding | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/university-of-bradford-nursery-bd7-1dp-302068 description: "University of Bradford Nursery — rated Outstanding by Ofsted and 4.5/5 from 16 reviews. See fees, opening hours and photos. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # University of Bradford Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Aug 2025) · 4.5 (16 Google reviews) · Laisteridge Lane, Bradford, BD7 1DP · Bradford Number of places 69 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Bradford ## About this day nursery The University of Bradford Nursery provides childcare services located conveniently on Laisteridge Lane in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The day nursery offers a nurturing environment for children, focusing on their development and well-being. Parents can easily inquire about available places for their children through an online enquiry form. The day nursery prioritises convenience for families, offering dedicated parking facilities for quick drop-offs and longer stays, including disabled parking spaces. The nursery actively communicates with families and the community through its Facebook page, sharing updates, news, and events. As part of the wider University of Bradford, the nursery is committed to high standards of care and education, benefiting from the university's resources and values. They also have strong community ties, being strategic partners with local initiatives like Bradford 2025 and the Bradford Literature Festival, and linking with Bradford City AFC. What it's like Children at this nursery thrive in the care of the devoted, calming and nurturing staff team. Staff inspire children to become social, confident and curious learners. Leaders have designed a highly ambitious, bespoke curriculum, which they expertly sequence to build children's knowledge and independence over time. University affiliated Dedicated parking Online enquiry form ## 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.bradford.ac.uk/money/funding-your-studies/loans/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for University of Bradford Nursery Last inspected 21 August 2025 · Josie Cumiskey Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff ensure a highly inclusive setting, celebrating every child's background by expertly weaving cultural experiences into learning. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is exemplary. - Staff create a vibrant, language-rich environment, beginning in the baby room where they expertly mirror babies' gestures and facial expressions. - Children's physical development is exceptionally well-supported. - Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they demonstrate extremely positive attitudes towards learning. Inspection #10392844 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287478) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is exemplary. The setting's 'assess, plan, do, review' cycle ensures staff identify every child's needs. Children with SEND benefit from highly effective individual support plans that break learning into small, targeted and achievable steps. Outdoor space Children's physical development is exceptionally well-supported. They build core strength and coordination on the 'physical hill', using ropes and ladders to pull themselves up. Children develop balance on sunken tyres and repurposed logs. ## Google Reviews of University of Bradford Nursery 4.5 (16 Google reviews) Molly Hall 2 years ago Such a great Nursery! My little boy loves it here. They show so much genuine enthusiasm over his development and milestones and the staff are all amazing. The facilities are great and the nursery is always achieving new certifications etc which shows they are constantly developing their skillset. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaOFpMclJnEAE!2m1!1s0x487be6cbc5562673:0x3464c62bf78e1be) Jacqui Griffin 3 years ago Our kiddo has been in the UOB Nursery since the Babies’ room (now in Preschool!) and we couldn’t be happier with this nursery. We’re always so impressed with the staff and so appreciative how they work with us as parents to provide consistency and have such great lines of communication. Couldn’t recommend a better place! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1MU5tUGl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487be6cbc5562673:0x3464c62bf78e1be) Haris asif 8 years ago It is very good place for my kid(daughter) so far. I visited alot of nurseries before but the most important & good thing is its flexibility in days & timings according to my need. Because obviously parents who want to join nursery for their little kids, they want a suitable timing according to their job requirement. Staff is very good & cooperative. Thanks. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3cWVQR1ZnEAE!2m1!1s0x487be6cbc5562673:0x3464c62bf78e1be) Khabirat 3 years ago Great Nursery with nice and courteous staff. I get details about my son's activities at pickup time. Pictures and memos are also uploaded through the tapestry app. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSMDRIcUlREAE!2m1!1s0x487be6cbc5562673:0x3464c62bf78e1be) Franklin D 4 years ago Set my little one back by at least 1 year. Children were left to just bore themselves until pick up time. Hygiene was a disgrace. Uninterested placement students were used to fill this place and were on their phones more than half the time. My worst decision as a parent was sending my daughter here because her mum was a student. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2a0lmZnVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487be6cbc5562673:0x3464c62bf78e1be) Reviews from Google for University of Bradford Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=235960017486406078&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: June 2010 - August 2025 Outstanding - September 2019 Outstanding - April 2019 Inadequate - March 2017 Good - July 2013 Good - June 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about University of Bradford Nursery ### What grade did Ofsted give University of Bradford Nursery? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at University of Bradford Nursery? ### How is University of Bradford Nursery classified by Ofsted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bradford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to University of Bradford Nursery. - Provider closed 0.2 mi ### Inspiring Learners Bradford · BD7 1QX 5.0(17 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/inspiring-learners-bd7-1qx-2805758 - Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Raising Explorers Nursery Bradford · BD7 1HR 5.0(32 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/raising-explorers-nursery-bd7-1hr-2856166 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Horton Nursery Bradford · BD5 0AL 4.3(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-horton-nursery-ltd-bd5-0al-ey541718 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Russell Street Private Day Nursery Bradford · BD5 0JB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/russell-street-private-day-nursery-bd5-0jb-ey439425 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Melbourne Nursery Bradford · BD5 0HU 4.8(37 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/melbourne-nursery-ltd-bd5-0hu-2720879 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Shiny Stars Day Nursery Bradford · BD1 3RB 3.9(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shiny-stars-day-nursery-bd1-3rb-ey358779 See all nurseries in Bradford →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Bradford ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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