# Clayesmore Nursery

Clayesmore Nursery is a full-day nursery at Clayesmore School, Iwerne Minster, BLANDFORD FORUM, DT11 8LL, in Iwerne Minster, Dorset. It is registered for 67 children.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/clayesmore-nursery-2884735  
Last checked 30 June 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Clayesmore School, Iwerne Minster, BLANDFORD FORUM, DT11 8LL
- Registered places: 67
- Ofsted URN: 2884735

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 2026 (Reference 2884735). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2884735)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2884735)
- Registered places: 67 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2884735)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 14 January 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/993846)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Clayesmore School, Iwerne Minster, BLANDFORD FORUM, DT11 8LL

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.931407,-2.196187

- 2 bus stops within 400 m
- 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 Dorset there are about 2.8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayesmore School |  | 2–19 |  | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (September 2024) |  | 1.4 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Fontmell Magna Under Fives](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/fontmell-magna-under-fives-ey413949) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.4 miles |
| [The Ark Child Okeford](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-ark-child-okeford-141096) | Good |  |  | 2.3 miles |
| [Sunbeams Shillingstone](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/sunbeams-shillingstone-2659314) | Good |  |  | 3.3 miles |
| [Archway Nursery School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/archway-nursery-school-2845785) |  |  |  | 4.4 miles |
| [Panda Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/panda-pre-school-2891844) |  |  |  | 4.8 miles |
| [Stepping Stones Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stepping-stones-pre-school-ey395220) | Good |  |  | 4.8 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can Clayesmore Nursery take?

Clayesmore Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 67 children at any one time.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2884735)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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