# Willow Nursery and Pre-School

Willow Nursery and Pre-School is a full-day nursery at Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PG, in Field, Somerset. It is registered for 43 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in February 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/willow-nursery-and-pre-school-ey281171  
Last checked 30 June 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PG
- Registered places: 43
- Ofsted URN: EY281171

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 15 February 2023, 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/EY281171

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 2004 (Reference EY281171). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY281171)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 15 February 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY281171)
- Registered places: 43 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY281171)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 17 June 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1756920)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PG

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.188722,-2.538539

- 7 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Collett Park, 0.1 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Good (October 2023) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery | Primary | 2–7 | School remains Good (February 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Bowlish Infant School | Primary | 4–7 | Report card (July 2026) |  | 0.9 miles |
| St Aldhelms Church School | Primary | 2–11 | Requires improvement (November 2021) | yes | 1.4 miles |
| Whitstone | Secondary | 11–16 | Report card (May 2026) |  | 0.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [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 | 0.4 miles |
| [First Steps Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-142796) | Good |  | 08:30–17:30 | 0.6 miles |
| [Next Steps Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/next-steps-childcare-centre-ey263811) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 2.4 miles |
| [The Bush Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-bush-nursery-142802) | Good |  | 08:30–17:30 | 2.5 miles |
| [Pilton Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/pilton-pre-school-142986) | Outstanding |  | 09:00–16:00 | 2.5 miles |
| [Cranmore & Doulting Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cranmore-and-doulting-preschool-142975) | Good |  | 09:00–15:00 | 3.5 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Willow Nursery and Pre-School's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Willow Nursery and Pre-School Good at its inspection on 15 February 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Willow Nursery and Pre-School take?

Willow Nursery and Pre-School is registered with Ofsted for up to 43 children at any one time.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY281171)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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