# The Bush Nursery

The Bush Nursery is a full-day nursery at The Bush Nursery, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4HP, in East Town, Somerset. It is registered for 11 children. It opens 08:30–17:00, Mon–Fri; 08:30–17:30, Sat–Sun. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in September 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-bush-nursery-142802  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: The Bush Nursery, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4HP
- Opening hours: 08:30–17:00, Mon–Fri; 08:30–17:30, Sat–Sun
- Registered places: 11
- Phone: 01749 890327
- Ofsted URN: 142802

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 2 September 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/16/142802

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since January 2000 (Reference 142802). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142802)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 2 September 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142802)
- Registered places: 11 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142802)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:30–17:00
- Saturday to Sunday: 08:30–17:30

## Getting there

Address: The Bush Nursery, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4HP

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.160414,-2.575344

- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mendip School |  | 4–19 | School remains Good (Improving) (October 2023) |  | 2.1 miles |
| St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Good (October 2023) |  | 2.4 miles |
| Bowlish Infant School | Primary | 4–7 | Report card (July 2026) |  | 2.4 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Pilton Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/pilton-pre-school-142986) | Outstanding |  | 09:00–16:00 | 0.6 miles |
| [First Steps Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-142796) | Good |  | 08:30–17:30 | 2.0 miles |
| [Next Steps Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/next-steps-childcare-centre-ey263811) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 2.3 miles |
| [Willow Nursery and Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/willow-nursery-and-pre-school-ey281171) | Good |  |  | 2.5 miles |
| [Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School and Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/shepton-mallet-community-infants-school-and-nursery-ey443577) | Good |  | 08:30–16:00 | 2.6 miles |
| [Tree House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tree-house-day-nursery-ey476283) | Good |  |  | 4.1 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are The Bush Nursery's opening hours?

The Bush Nursery opens 08:30–17:00, Mon–Fri; 08:30–17:30, Sat–Sun.

### What is The Bush Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated The Bush Nursery Good at its inspection on 2 September 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can The Bush Nursery take?

The Bush Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 11 children at any one time.

### How do I contact The Bush Nursery?

You can call 01749 890327.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142802)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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