# Abbey Preschool

Abbey Preschool is a sessional pre-school at The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, BA21 3SN, in Preston Plucknett, Somerset. It is registered for 26 children. It opens 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in October 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/abbey-preschool-ey445565  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, BA21 3SN
- Opening hours: 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 26
- Phone: 01935 425121
- Website: http://www.abbey-preschool.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY445565

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 19 October 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY445565

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since June 2012 (Reference EY445565). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY445565)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 19 October 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY445565)
- Registered places: 26 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY445565)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 12 September 2024). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/482214)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 09:00–15:00

## Getting there

Address: The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, BA21 3SN

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.951021,-2.665020

- 12 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Abbey Manor Park, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Stourton Rec, 0.4 miles
- Park: Monks Dale Park, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.1 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston CofE Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (November 2023) |  | 0.2 miles |
| Kingfisher Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Standards maintained (December 2024) | yes | 0.9 miles |
| Oaklands Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (May 2024) |  | 1.0 miles |
| Huish Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (January 2023) |  | 1.2 miles |
| Holy Trinity Church School | Primary | 4–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (November 2024) |  | 1.4 miles |
| Chilthorne Domer Church School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (June 2026) |  | 1.4 miles |
| Milford Infants' School | Primary | 4–7 | Report card (February 2026) | yes | 1.4 miles |
| Milford Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (January 2024) |  | 1.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [The Young Ones](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-young-ones-ey365283) | Good |  | 09:00–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Mama Bear's Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/mama-bears-day-nursery-ey453341) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Little Discoveries : Yeovil](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-discoveries-yeovil-ey545417) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.6 miles |
| [Smartees Day Care Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/smartees-day-care-nursery-ltd-ey480779) | Good |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Yeovil Opportunity Group](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/yeovil-opportunity-group-143103) | Good |  | 08:00–15:00 | 0.8 miles |
| [Oaklands day nursery ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/oaklands-day-nursery-ltd-2771042) | Report card Apr 2026 |  | 08:00–18:00 | 1.0 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Abbey Preschool's opening hours?

Abbey Preschool opens 09:00–15:00, Mon–Fri.

### What is Abbey Preschool's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Abbey Preschool Good at its inspection on 19 October 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Abbey Preschool take?

Abbey Preschool is registered with Ofsted for up to 26 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Abbey Preschool?

You can call 01935 425121 and visit www.abbey-preschool.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY445565)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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