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Westwood Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jun 2025)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·University of Bath, The Avenue, BATH, BA2 7AY · Bath and North East Somerset
Number of places
48 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2025
Local authority
Bath and North East Somerset

About this day nursery

Westwood Nursery, located in Bath, provides high-quality childcare for children aged six months up to school entry. Priority is given to children of University of Bath students and staff, with places also available to the local community if capacity allows.

The nursery aims to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where each child's individual needs, abilities, and interests are supported to foster their full developmental potential. Westwood Nursery has received an 'Outstanding' rating across all five Ofsted criteria, reflecting its commitment to excellence in early years education.

The nursery recruits highly qualified staff, ensures continuous training, and values feedback from parents to enhance its services. They offer a range of session options, including full-time and part-time care, and operate year-round, closing only for bank holidays and during Christmas and New Year period.

Parents can join a waiting list by completing an online application form.

What it's like

Parents greatly value the positive, inclusive and supportive atmosphere at this nursery. Staff are exceptionally responsive to children's feelings, interests and changing needs. Children thrive on the respect, attention and care they receive, and their behaviour is exemplary.

Outstanding Ofsted ratingPriority for university staff/studentsOperates 52 weeks a year

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers tiered fees based on status, with distinct rates for staff, students, and community members. Fees are structured around hourly, morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions, and include all meals, snacks, and drinks. Fees are charged year-round.

Good to know

  • A £120 deposit is required to secure a place, which is deducted from fees but non-refundable on cancellation.
  • A non-refundable £30 administration fee is charged.
  • Late collection is charged at £20 per 15 minutes or part thereof.
  • Fees are billed for 52 weeks per year.
  • All rates include appropriate snacks, meals, and drinks.
  • Fees are reviewed annually, with increases normally applied on 1 August.

Key facts

Food

All rates are inclusive of appropriate snacks, meal and drinks

Opening hours

8.30am - 5.30pm

Age range

6 months to school entry age

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1992

Waitlist

open

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Westwood Nursery

Last inspected 24 June 2025 · Rachel Howell

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

Parents greatly value the positive, inclusive and supportive atmosphere at this nursery. Staff are exceptionally responsive to children's feelings, interests and changing needs. Children thrive on the respect, attention and care they receive, and their behaviour is exemplary.

Inspector highlights

  • Parents greatly value the positive, inclusive and supportive atmosphere at this nursery.
  • Staff are exceptionally responsive to children's feelings, interests and changing needs.
  • Children gain exceptional communication skills, including those who speak multiple languages.
  • There is incredibly effective leadership at this nursery.
  • Staff inspire children to be active and promote healthy lifestyle choices and their interest in the world around them.
Inspection #10398598 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say that staff's high aspirations, dedication and compassion shine through in the work they do for the children. First-time parents are very grateful for the advice staff give them, helping them navigate milestones and support their children's learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff very promptly outline any areas where children may need further support and work in a concerted way to get children the help they need to reach their potential.

Outdoor space

Toddlers build early friendships while they enjoy the freedom to explore slopes and equipment in the garden. Older children beneficially learn to recognise and manage risks in their woodland sessions. Staff skilfully foster a love of nature and children's interest soars as they hunt for bugs.

Parent Reviews of Westwood Nursery

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history

Date: October 2004

  • July 2025Outstanding
  • June 2025Outstanding
  • November 2019Outstanding
  • October 2019Outstanding
  • August 2015Outstanding
  • July 2015Outstanding
  • October 2011Outstanding
  • September 2011Outstanding
  • February 2008Good
  • October 2004Requires improvement

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