# Lower Covey Limited

Lower Covey Limited is a full-day nursery at Lower Covey, Chapel Lane, Yetminster, SHERBORNE, DT9 6LJ, in Yetminster, Dorset. It is registered for 64 children. It opens 07:45–18:00, Mon–Fri. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 2 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Lower Covey Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lower-covey-limited-2836189  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Lower Covey, Chapel Lane, Yetminster, SHERBORNE, DT9 6LJ
- Opening hours: 07:45–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 64
- Phone: 01935 488215
- Website: http://www.lowercovey.co.uk/
- Run by: [Lower Covey Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/lower-covey-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2836189

## 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 May 2025 (Reference 2836189). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2836189)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2836189)
- Registered places: 64 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2836189)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 11 June 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/995136)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:45–18:00

## Getting there

Address: Lower Covey, Chapel Lane, Yetminster, SHERBORNE, DT9 6LJ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.896215,-2.575374

- Station: Yetminster, 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.

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

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (as of 13 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (March 2026) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Thornford CofE Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (November 2024) |  | 1.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Bradford Abbas Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bradford-abbas-pre-school-139320) | Good |  | 08:30–15:00 | 2.2 miles |
| [Leweston School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/leweston-school-ey308762) |  |  |  | 2.6 miles |
| [Harlequins Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/harlequins-pre-school-ey490980) | Good |  |  | 3.8 miles |
| [First Steps Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-2753315) | Report card Jan 2026 |  | 08:00–18:00 | 3.9 miles |
| [East Coker Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/east-coker-playgroup-507986) | Good |  | 08:00–16:00 | 4.0 miles |
| [Little Acorns Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-acorns-playgroup-ey281575) | Outstanding |  |  | 4.1 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Lower Covey Limited's opening hours?

Lower Covey Limited opens 07:45–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### How many children can Lower Covey Limited take?

Lower Covey Limited is registered with Ofsted for up to 64 children at any one time.

### Who runs Lower Covey Limited?

Lower Covey Limited is run by Lower Covey Limited, which runs 2 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Lower Covey Limited?

Yetminster is the nearest station we know of, under 0.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Lower Covey Limited?

You can call 01935 488215 and visit www.lowercovey.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2836189)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 13 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lower+Covey+Montessori+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJnzqMWdlDckgRqLvHqxiWO8A)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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