# Duke of Gloucester Playgroup

Duke of Gloucester Playgroup is a full-day nursery at 29 Reg RLC, Duke of Gloucester Barracks, South Cernery, Cirencester, GL7 5RD, in Siddington & Cerney Rural, Gloucestershire. It is registered for 44 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in July 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 4 reviews (October 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/duke-of-gloucester-playgroup-101655  
Last checked 30 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 29 Reg RLC, Duke of Gloucester Barracks, South Cernery, Cirencester, GL7 5RD
- Registered places: 44
- Phone: 07821 141579
- Website: https://www.dukeofgloucesterplaygroup.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 101655

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 12 July 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/16/101655

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 1997 (Reference 101655). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/101655)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 12 July 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/101655)
- Registered places: 44 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/101655)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: 29 Reg RLC, Duke of Gloucester Barracks, South Cernery, Cirencester, GL7 5RD

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.693511,-1.924408

- 2 bus stops within 400 m

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Gloucestershire there are about 2.9 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 4 reviews (as of 30 October 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siddington Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (July 2022) |  | 1.5 miles |
| Ann Edwards Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (October 2023) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Watermoor Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (May 2025) | yes | 1.8 miles |
| Cirencester Kingshill School | Secondary | 11–16 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (May 2025) |  | 1.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [South Cerney Pre-School Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/south-cerney-pre-school-playgroup-101528) | Good |  |  | 1.7 miles |
| [Wild Oaks Early Learning Centre LTD](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/wild-oaks-early-learning-centre-ltd-2665651) | Good |  |  | 2.0 miles |
| [Bingham Kindergarten](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bingham-kindergarten-ey475640) | Good |  |  | 2.0 miles |
| [Edward Bears Private Daycare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/edward-bears-private-daycare-2782408) | Good |  |  | 2.1 miles |
| [Cirencester Opportunity Group](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cirencester-opportunity-group-ey539882) | Good |  |  | 2.1 miles |
| [Tiny Tots Nursery at Rugrats and Half Pints](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tiny-tots-nursery-at-rugrats-and-half-pints-2639352) | Good |  |  | 2.1 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Duke of Gloucester Playgroup's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Duke of Gloucester Playgroup Outstanding at its inspection on 12 July 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Duke of Gloucester Playgroup take?

Duke of Gloucester Playgroup is registered with Ofsted for up to 44 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Duke of Gloucester Playgroup?

You can call 07821 141579 and visit www.dukeofgloucesterplaygroup.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/101655)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 30 October 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Duke+of+Gloucester+Playgroup&query_place_id=ChIJi3KkN98_cUgRMfeTYe4ZA0I)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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