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Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton

22-24 Old Weston Road, Flax Bourton, Bristol, BS48 1UL

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Daily rate£67.25 - £96.75 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity100 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingOutstanding

Ofsted · 2024-10-07

Last updated

About this Bristol Nursery

Description

Located on a quiet, leafy street minutes from a main road, Red Bus Flax Bourton embraces nature inside and out! The unique semi-rural location allows them to welcome those from Long Ashton, Failand, Nailsea and Backwell as well as being a short drive from Congresbury, Yatton, Chew Valley, Clevedon, Portishead and more! There is a dedicated parent car park as well as plenty of free on street parking, multiple bus routes on the nearby main roads and the Festival Way cycle track passes the nursery.

As the newest setting to join Red Bus, Flax Bourton opened in June 2022 after extensive refurbishment. The building was extended, creating more space inside and a total revamp to create huge landscaped gardens. Each room is light, bright and open, with scandi-inspired aesthetics. With Nursery’s messy play room, Kindergarten’s courtyard garden, Pre-School’s giant sandpit, an outdoor Cosy Cabin and outdoor Woodwork Station – there’s something for everyone at Red Bus Flax Bourton!

What parents say about Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton

An AI summary of parent reviews

Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton is highly regarded by parents for its exceptionally kind and attentive staff. Families value the gentle, nurturing care provided, which creates a deeply reassuring environment where children are felt to be in incredibly safe hands. The nursery is frequently praised for being a well-run facility, with parents particularly appreciating the regular updates and seamless communication that offer significant peace of mind. Overall, the consensus reflects a warm and professional setting where nothing is too much trouble, leaving parents feeling confident, supported, and deeply appreciative of the dedicated care their children receive.
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Based on reviews in the past three years from Google, third-party review sites, and feedback from parents in the latest inspection results.

Discounts

5% Full Time Discount

10% Sibling Discount on Oldest Child

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Last inspected 7 October 2024

Inspection ID 2690858

Overall effectiveness

Personal development

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Regulator: Ofsted

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Local funded hours

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton.

Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton costs from £67 per half day session, and from £97 per full day session, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £1,289 per month or £15,474 per year. This is higher than the North Somerset average of £80 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £26, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £636 per month or £7,634 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton in Bristol. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£672 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,062.£881 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,578.£1,091 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,093.£1,301 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,609.£1,510 / monthIndicative yearly: £18,124.£1,720 / monthIndicative yearly: £20,640.£1,930 / monthIndicative yearly: £23,155.
9-11m£180 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,163.£301 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,610.£469 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,622.£636 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,634.£838 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,059.£1,048 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,574.£1,257 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,090.
1y£180 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,163.£301 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,610.£469 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,622.£636 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,634.£838 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,059.£1,048 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,574.£1,257 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,090.
2y£180 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,163.£301 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,610.£469 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,622.£636 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,634.£838 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,059.£1,048 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,574.£1,257 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,090.
3y£180 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,163.£301 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,610.£469 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,622.£636 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,634.£838 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,059.£1,048 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,574.£1,257 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,090.
4y+£180 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,163.£301 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,610.£469 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,622.£636 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,634.£838 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,059.£1,048 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,574.£1,257 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,090.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton was last inspected by Ofsted on 7 October 2024 with an overall inspection result of Outstanding.
Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton is registered for up to 100 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton accepts children from 3 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Nursery: from 3 months to 30 months. Kindergarten: from 24 months to 36 months. Pre-School: from 36 months to 60 months.
Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton is open 7:30am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
You can book a visit to Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton by using the enquiry form.
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On average, nursery costs £80 per day in North Somerset, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Red Bus Nursery & Pre-School Flax Bourton ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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