# Thorne Manor Day Nursery

Thorne Manor Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at Thorne Manor, Holsworthy, EX22 7JD, in Pancrasweek, Devon. It is registered for 83 children. Its Ofsted report card (April 2026) grades inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Expected standard, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard; safeguarding standards met.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/thorne-manor-day-nursery-ey456627  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Thorne Manor, Holsworthy, EX22 7JD
- Registered places: 83
- Phone: 01409 255444
- Website: http://www.thornemanor.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY456627

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 21 April 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

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

Safeguarding standards met.

Inspection history:

- 21 April 2026: Ofsted report card, report card
- 20 November 2025: Ofsted report card, report card

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since December 2012 (Reference EY456627). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627)
- Inspections on record: 2 inspections (latest 21 April 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627)
- Registered places: 83 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 10 February 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/572215)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Thorne Manor, Holsworthy, EX22 7JD

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.826818,-4.400672

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Devon there are about 3.7 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


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holsworthy Community College | Secondary | 11–16 | School remains Good (June 2022) |  | 2.2 miles |
| Holsworthy Church of England Primary School | Primary | 0–11 | School remains Good (November 2023) | yes | 2.2 miles |
| Bridgerule Church of England Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (May 2022) | yes | 2.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Acorn Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/acorn-nursery-2896522) |  |  |  | 2.2 miles |
| [Holsworthy Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/holsworthy-playgroup-106337) | Good |  |  | 2.4 miles |
| [Lullaby Sea](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lullaby-sea-2881807) |  |  |  | 2.9 miles |
| [Westlands Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/westlands-nursery-2602609) | Outstanding |  |  | 5.0 miles |
| [Stratton Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stratton-playgroup-102959) | Good |  |  | 5.2 miles |
| [Bradworthy Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bradworthy-pre-school-106302) | Good |  |  | 5.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Thorne Manor Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Thorne Manor Day Nursery was inspected on 21 April 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Expected standard, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Thorne Manor Day Nursery take?

Thorne Manor Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 83 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Thorne Manor Day Nursery?

You can call 01409 255444 and visit www.thornemanor.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY456627)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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