# Bargates Children's Centre

Bargates Children's Centre is a full-day nursery at The Bargates, Leominster, HR6 8QS, in Newlands, Herefordshire. It is registered for 111 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 2 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bargates-childrens-centre-223498  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: The Bargates, Leominster, HR6 8QS
- Registered places: 111
- Phone: 01568 610400
- Ofsted URN: 223498

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 3 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223498

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since September 1997 (Reference 223498). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223498)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 3 May 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223498)
- Registered places: 111 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223498)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 21 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/488658)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: The Bargates, Leominster, HR6 8QS

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=52.226937,-2.746891

- Station: Leominster, 0.7 miles
- 7 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: The Grange, 0.4 miles
- Park: Sydonia, 0.4 miles
- Park: Dales Cricket Club, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Ropewalk Avenue Playarea, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles

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

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Herefordshire there are about 3.3 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

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

## Ratings

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield School |  | 2–19 | School remains Good (October 2023) | yes | 0.1 miles |
| Leominster Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (September 2023) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (February 2025) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Earl Mortimer College | Secondary | 11–16 | Good (January 2023) |  | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Honey Bees Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/honey-bees-day-nursery-ey396535) | Good |  |  | 0.4 miles |
| [Kimbolton Nursery Group](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kimbolton-nursery-group-223547) | Outstanding |  |  | 2.6 miles |
| [Kingsland Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kingsland-pre-school-ey321131) | Good |  |  | 3.2 miles |
| [Lucton School Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lucton-school-nursery-ey289937) |  |  |  | 4.7 miles |
| [Dilwyn Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/dilwyn-playgroup-ey500632) | Good |  |  | 5.3 miles |
| [Orleton Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/orleton-pre-school-2565517) | Good |  |  | 5.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Bargates Children's Centre's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Bargates Children's Centre Outstanding at its inspection on 3 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Bargates Children's Centre take?

Bargates Children's Centre is registered with Ofsted for up to 111 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Bargates Children's Centre?

Leominster is the nearest station we know of, 0.7 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Bargates Children's Centre?

You can call 01568 610400.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/223498)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bargate+Childrens+Centre&query_place_id=ChIJIev06kBHcEgR02oFKlIaitk)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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