# The Lemon Tree Nursery School

The Lemon Tree Nursery School is a sessional pre-school at Lemon Tree Nursery School, Orchard Portman, TAUNTON, TA3 7BQ, in Shoreditch, Somerset. It is registered for 45 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 4.4 from 9 reviews (October 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-lemon-tree-nursery-school-ey494576  
Last checked 30 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Lemon Tree Nursery School, Orchard Portman, TAUNTON, TA3 7BQ
- Registered places: 45
- Phone: 01823 251307
- Website: http://www.lemontreenursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY494576

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 24 May 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/EY494576

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since September 2015 (Reference EY494576). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY494576)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 24 May 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY494576)
- Registered places: 45 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY494576)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Lemon Tree Nursery School, Orchard Portman, TAUNTON, TA3 7BQ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.989097,-3.077604

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.4 out of 5 from 9 reviews (as of 30 October 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurlbear Church of England Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (May 2024) |  | 1.3 miles |
| Holway Park Community Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Some aspects not as strong (February 2025) |  | 1.5 miles |
| Willow Vale School |  | 5–16 | School remains Good (May 2024) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Blackbrook Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 1.7 miles |
| Trull Church of England VA Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (November 2022) |  | 1.8 miles |
| St George's Catholic School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (February 2023) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (September 2023) | yes | 1.8 miles |
| Bishop Fox's School | Secondary | 11–16 | School remains Good (March 2023) |  | 1.3 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Spring Hollies](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/spring-hollies-2711634) | Good |  |  | 1.7 miles |
| [Kiddi Caru Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kiddi-caru-nursery-ey346416) | Report card Mar 2026 |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Little Explorers Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-explorers-day-nursery-and-preschool-2686514) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [YMCA Taunton Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ymca-taunton-pre-school-ey501334) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [St George's Pre-School (Taunton)](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-georges-pre-school-taunton-ey474983) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Chuggers Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/chuggers-day-nursery-and-preschool-ey467521) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is The Lemon Tree Nursery School's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated The Lemon Tree Nursery School Outstanding at its inspection on 24 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can The Lemon Tree Nursery School take?

The Lemon Tree Nursery School is registered with Ofsted for up to 45 children at any one time.

### How do I contact The Lemon Tree Nursery School?

You can call 01823 251307 and visit www.lemontreenursery.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY494576)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 30 October 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lemon+Tree+Nursery+School&query_place_id=ChIJOdUCNCP1bUgRaNdowpM7cLY)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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