Opening hours
8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round
Willow House Nursery School
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Nov 2024)
Number of places
55 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Gloucestershire
About this day nursery
Willow House Nursery, situated in Newent, GL18 1BQ, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children starting from six months of age. The day nursery is dedicated to providing individualised care and engaging activities that support each child's learning and development.
They focus on fostering a positive and enriching experience, recognising the significant step parents take in entrusting their children to their care. The staff are described as warm, friendly, and attentive, creating strong bonds with the children and ensuring a happy and secure atmosphere.
Willow House aims for children to blossom and maintain their inherent caring, kind, and adventurous spirits during their time there. The day nursery also emphasises nutrition and a well-rounded educational approach.
Prospective parents can find more information about their philosophy and facilities through various sections of their website, including details on classrooms, outdoor environments, and educational practices.
What it's like
Children thrive at this exceptionally well-resourced and inclusive nursery, where staff build strong relationships with all children and their families. The curriculum is carefully planned to encourage children's autonomy and independence, leading to high levels of concentration and engagement in learning.
Individualised careStimulating activitiesNurturing environmentExperienced staff
Pricing & funding
Willow House Nursery School charges fees on a four-weekly cycle, payable within 14 days. Fees are fully inclusive and payable regardless of absence due to illness or holidays. Settling-in sessions are free for under two hours but are charged hourly if they exceed this limit.
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
Good to know
- Fees are billed on a four-weekly cycle and must be paid within 14 days.
- All new parents are required to sign up for Direct Debit (GoCardless) for outstanding balances.
- Fees are fully payable during absences, including illness and family holidays.
- Settling sessions under two hours are free, but longer sessions are charged in full.
- Session swaps are permitted up to two weeks on a pro-rata basis and incur an administration fee.
- Fee reviews occur annually in January, with a minimum of one month's notice for any changes.
Key facts
Age range
6 months+
Term time / All Year
All Year
Session types
Morning-Only, School Day, Full Day
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Willow House Nursery School
Last inspected 14 November 2024 · Holly Smith
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
What it's like to attend
Children thrive at this exceptionally well-resourced and inclusive nursery, where staff build strong relationships with all children and their families. The curriculum is carefully planned to encourage children's autonomy and independence, leading to high levels of concentration and engagement in learning.
Inspector highlights
- Leaders are dedicated to their roles and committed to delivering outstanding levels of care and education to all children at all times.
- Staff's knowledge of each child's needs and the implementation of robust assessment measures ensure children make exceptional progress from their starting points.
- Children's behaviour is exemplary. Staff teach children to use strategies to self-regulate their behaviours.
- Staff thoughtfully support children's literacy development through interactive story time activities.
- Staff use innovative ways to support children to make outstanding progress in their communication skills.
Inspection #10371769 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents are highly complimentary of the care and education their children receive and value the thoughtful, detailed updates on their children's experiences and achievements.
They describe staff as understanding and supportive, noting that they go above and beyond.
Parents attribute their children's progress to the exceptional dedication and quality of care provided.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff target their support from the outset and give high levels of attention to children's unique backgrounds.
Outdoor space
The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Children have lots of opportunities to engage with their local community. Staff take children on regular outings. For example, they meet with residents in the local care home and walk to the lake to explore nature.
Google Reviews of Willow House Nursery School
5.0
(1 Google review)
jordan lewis
8 months ago
The team are so kind and caring towards all the children. Treating them all as individuals and catering to their needs. My Olivia has absolutely loved joining the nursery and although she is on to her next exciting adventure at her new school, she misses all the grown ups and friends she has made. The absolute Whole team are wonderful and the interactions they have with the children are so natural. They go above and beyond, showing us daily what they have been up to - the Graduation day and a photo framed was just so thoughtful and will be cherished for life. * Knowing that she was being fed delicious, Nutritious meals and the no stress of having to pack a lunch was a huge bonus! It's not just free play (all though of course that's very important also) - they have clear learning objectives but making sure kids are still being kids and learning through play and Incorporating it into the children's interests. Most importantly I felt my child was safe and happy, and we felt listened to as parents. What else could we ask for. I could be here all day. 5 star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Inspection history
Date: November 2024
- December 2024Outstanding
- November 2024Outstanding
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