St Bonaventures Pre School
OutstandingBirth to 5Open for decades
A day nursery in Bristol for children from birth to 5, open 08:15 to 17:30, 5 days a week. They do not publish prices, so that is the first thing to ask. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in July 2024. Open since 2022, with 24 places.
Places, hours and the day
Who they take, when they are open, and what a day there includes.
Where it is
BS7 8HPWhat the inspector found
One grade is one visit. A run of them tells you whether it has been good for years or has only just got there.
Ofsted inspector, 3 July 2024 · read the full report
What it is like to attend
Children arrive at this exceptional pre-school smiling, motivated, and happy. As they enter, children see the fairy garden they have been creating since their first day. Each child plants their own fairy to spark imagination and a sense of belonging. This encourages creativity and ownership, helping children to connect with the space and their peers, enhancing their emotional and social development.
Managers and staff warmly welcome parents and children, creating a very friendly atmosphere. Children are delighted to see the staff and eager to walk in. They feel safe as they confidently access all areas of the setting and share their experiences with visitors.
Managers and staff create a peaceful and nurturing environment where children thrive. They deliver a highly ambitious and inclusive curriculum that meets each child's needs, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They know each child extremely well and consistently offer praise and playful encouragement. Their high-quality interactions with children significantly contribute to delivering the curriculum's intent. Children and staff joyfully sing songs together, using actions and sign language, adjusting the pace to support those who are not yet confident communicators. Staff encourage children to say 'Good morning' in different languages during circle time, ensuring all children, especially those who learn English as an additional language, feel valued and cherished.
- 3 July 2024Outstanding
Still missing for St Bonaventures Pre School
- What it costs
- Funded hours
- Youngest age taken
- Meals
- Nappies
- Waiting list
No dataset holds any of this. Two parents telling us the same thing puts it on the page for whoever looks next.
What to ask them
None of this is in any national dataset and this setting has not published it, which is exactly why it is worth asking.
- What does it cost, all in? What is on top: meals, nappies, late pick-up, and what happens if you are late.
- Can I use my funded hours here? Whether they stretch them over the year, and the minimum days you have to book.
- Is there a place for my child's age? Baby rooms fill first and waiting lists are common.
- Who would my child's key person be? And how long have the staff been there. No dataset holds this and it matters more than anything above.
- Can I visit at a busy time? Mid-morning on a weekday tells you far more than an empty room after hours.
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