# Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited

Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited is a full-day nursery at Barsby Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5UJ, in Dishley, Leicestershire. It is registered for 48 children. Its Ofsted report card (January 2026) grades inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard; safeguarding standards met. It has a Google rating of 4.3 from 11 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/robert-bakewell-playgroup-limited-ey423120  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Barsby Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5UJ
- Registered places: 48
- Phone: 01509 262777
- Ofsted URN: EY423120

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 19 January 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Expected standard |
| Achievement | Strong standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Strong standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Expected standard |
| Leadership and governance | Expected standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423120

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since April 2011 (Reference EY423120). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423120)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 19 January 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423120)
- Registered places: 48 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423120)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Barsby Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5UJ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=52.782171,-1.230839

- 11 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Braddon Road Play Area, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Braddon Road Play Area, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles

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

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Leicestershire there are about 2.6 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: 4.3 out of 5 from 11 reviews (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Bakewell Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (October 2022) |  | under 0.1 miles |
| Thorpe Acre Infant School | Primary | 4–7 | Good (September 2023) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Thorpe Acre Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Stonebow Primary School Loughborough | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (November 2024) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Loughborough | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (March 2022) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Loughborough Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 1.1 miles |
| Booth Wood Academy | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (June 2026) |  | 1.2 miles |
| Rendell Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) |  | 1.2 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [The Willows Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-willows-day-nursery-2887747) |  |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Playfit @ Stonebow Primary School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/playfit-stonebow-primary-school-ey442996) | Good |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [Loughborough University Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/loughborough-university-nursery-2573700) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [Charnwood Forest Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/charnwood-forest-nursery-ey496442) | Good |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [The Early Years Academy Loughborough](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-early-years-academy-loughborough-ey466142) | Good |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [Radmoor Day Nursery & Annexe](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/radmoor-day-nursery-and-annexe-223262) | Good |  |  | 1.1 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited's Ofsted rating?

Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited was inspected on 19 January 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited take?

Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited is registered with Ofsted for up to 48 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited?

Loughborough (Leics) is the nearest station we know of, 1.5 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Robert Bakewell Playgroup Limited?

You can call 01509 262777.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423120)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Robert+Bakewell+Playgroup&query_place_id=ChIJvZHtUy3neUgRKpmhmvX7TSk)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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