# Branching Out

Branching Out is a full-day nursery at Sabden Baptist Church, Clitheroe Road, Sabden, Clitheroe, BB7 9HD, in Sabden, Lancashire. It is registered for 24 children. It opens 07:30–17:30, Mon–Thu; 07:30–16:00, Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in June 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/branching-out-2569531  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Sabden Baptist Church, Clitheroe Road, Sabden, Clitheroe, BB7 9HD
- Opening hours: 07:30–17:30, Mon–Thu; 07:30–16:00, Fri
- Registered places: 24
- Phone: 07708 610261
- Website: http://www.branchingoutsabden.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2569531

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 10 June 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/16/2569531

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 2020 (Reference 2569531). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2569531)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 10 June 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2569531)
- Registered places: 24 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2569531)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 6 March 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1219565)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Thursday: 07:30–17:30
- Friday: 07:30–16:00

## Getting there

Address: Sabden Baptist Church, Clitheroe Road, Sabden, Clitheroe, BB7 9HD

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.834586,-2.337218

- 4 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Sabden Park, 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.

In Lancashire there are about 2.7 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


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabden Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (February 2026) | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Sabden | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (November 2022) |  | 0.3 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Knight Hill Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/knight-hill-day-nursery-2895232) | Report card Mar 2026 |  | 08:00–17:00 | 2.5 miles |
| [Kids Planet Barrow](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kids-planet-barrow-2748084) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 2.5 miles |
| [Padiwacks.co.uk Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/padiwacks-co-uk-ltd-ey362900) | Good |  | 07:00–18:00 | 2.5 miles |
| [Oakhill Nursery and Early Years](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/oakhill-nursery-and-early-years-ey312065) |  |  |  | 2.6 miles |
| [Kids Planet Padiham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kids-planet-padiham-2697660) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 2.7 miles |
| [Fence Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/fence-pre-school-ey458241) | Good |  | 08:00–16:30 | 2.8 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Branching Out's opening hours?

Branching Out opens 07:30–17:30, Mon–Thu; 07:30–16:00, Fri.

### What is Branching Out's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Branching Out Good at its inspection on 10 June 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Branching Out take?

Branching Out is registered with Ofsted for up to 24 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Branching Out?

You can call 07708 610261 and visit www.branchingoutsabden.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2569531)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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