# Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham)

Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham) is a full-day nursery at Willow Cottage Nurseries, Owls Leat, Eynsham, WITNEY, OX29 4EH, in Church Hanborough, Oxfordshire. It is registered for 65 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in June 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 3.0 from 2 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/willow-cottage-nursery-eynsham-ey464144  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Willow Cottage Nurseries, Owls Leat, Eynsham, WITNEY, OX29 4EH
- Registered places: 65
- Phone: 01865 864604
- Website: https://willow-cottage.com/eynsham-setting/
- Run by: [Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/willow-cottage-nurseries-ltd)
- Ofsted URN: EY464144

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 27 June 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/EY464144

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2013 (Reference EY464144). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY464144)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 27 June 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY464144)
- Registered places: 65 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY464144)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 7 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/870418)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Willow Cottage Nurseries, Owls Leat, Eynsham, WITNEY, OX29 4EH

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.807874,-1.367105

- Hanborough (rail): 1.2 miles

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Oxfordshire there are about 3.2 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: 3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Cassington | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (November 2022) | yes | 1.5 miles |
| Hanborough Manor CofE School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 1.5 miles |
| Bladon Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (July 2023) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Eynsham Community Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Improved significantly (May 2025) | yes | 1.7 miles |
| Freeland Church of England Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (May 2022) | yes | 1.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Hanborough Meadows Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hanborough-meadows-pre-school-2518738) | Good |  |  | 1.3 miles |
| [Hanborough Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hanborough-pre-school-134440) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.5 miles |
| [The Oxford Nursery Eynsham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-oxford-nursery-eynsham-403347) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Yarnton Day Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/yarnton-day-nursery-ltd-2724604) | Good |  |  | 2.3 miles |
| [Little Dots Daycare North Leigh](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-dots-daycare-north-leigh-ey553515) | Outstanding |  |  | 2.4 miles |
| [Begbroke Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/begbroke-playgroup-134305) | Requires improvement |  |  | 2.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham)'s Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham) Good at its inspection on 27 June 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham) take?

Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham) is registered with Ofsted for up to 65 children at any one time.

### Who runs Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham)?

Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham) is run by Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd, which runs 3 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham)?

Hanborough is the nearest station we know of, 1.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Willow Cottage Nursery (Eynsham)?

You can call 01865 864604 and visit willow-cottage.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY464144)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Willow+Cottage+Nurseries+-+Eynsham+Setting&query_place_id=ChIJ4w6lkZ_PdkgR0Ylrhpti9GI)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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