Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Avon Valley Adventure Park, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 1TP
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Avon Valley Nursery and Preschool is designed to support every aspect of a child’s development.

The team are passionate about providing children with opportunities to experience and learn about the world around them through their senses, physical involvement and active play. This is enhanced by the nursery setting, which features extensive outdoor areas, sensory spaces, vegetable plots, mud kitchens, hard standings, and all the benefits of a 65 acre wildlife park! They have a special partnership with award-winning Avon Valley wildlife and Adventure Park which allows for a truly rich, hands-on learning experience in which both formal and informal education can flourish.

Inside, there is a free-flow environment rather than conventional rooms, so everyone can play together with a wide range of activities.

Th team believe that children learn most effectively when they are:

Provided with many opportunities for first-hand experiences and purposeful play
Given a structured and stimulating environment
Happy and confident in their environment
Receive a healthy diet and regular exercise
Provided with appropriate and easily accessible resources
Expectations are realistically high and effort is acknowledged
Learning is monitored and assessed to ensure that future needs are met

Care Provided by Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • NIAY Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Lucy Farr (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 7
  • Total Places for Children
  • 50
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

  • 3 months - 2 Years Old Rate:
    Full Day (8am - 6pm) - £82
    Half Day (8am – 1pm or 1pm – 6pm) - £49
    Ad Hoc Hourly Rate - £9.95


    2 - 5 Years Old Rate:
    Full Day (8am - 6pm) - £75
    Half Day (8am – 1pm or 1pm – 6pm) - £44.50
    Ad Hoc Hourly Rate - £8


  • Minimum requirement of two full days or 4 half day sessions per week.


    We are approved providers of free early year’s educational funding. Visit Child Care Choices gov uk for more information on funding and fee support – and to apply for your funding code. This funding does not cover certain sundries, activities, visits and hot meals so if a child is using the funding a daily charge of £9.95 will be payable.


  • Parking
  • Please ignore the parking signs for visiting the park and continue to your left. There is designated parking to the front of the building.


Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School Reviews (20)

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Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School has 20 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Avon Valley Nursery now for 4 months and started just before his first birthday. As any parent, I was extremely nervous to give my child to people I didn't know to look after, but after our first intro session I was so at ease and reassured that it was a lovely environment.
All the staff that look after my son are so kind to him, he really is so happy whenever I drop him off. He actually waves me out the door now with the biggest smile on his face, which as a parent is amazing to see and makes me so proud of him. It really is thanks to the baby room staff that look after him, and make everyday so fun and exciting and make him so happy to be there. I get regular updates throughout the day, he eats great food and gets to go outside everyday to visit the farm. 10/10 recommend!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at Avon Valley have been fantastic with my son and getting him settled. The management have been so informative and supportive and the team in babies have been attentive and kind. My son loves it here and we feel secure in knowing he's being very well looked after. We also find the app really
helpful - the updates are wonderful to look at throughout the day. Thanks so much for everything!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Avon Valley goes above and beyond to care for the children and it's so evident every day! The kids get to go out onto the farm and experience what the park has to offer which is amazing and every day our son has a tale to tell about a walk, feeding the animals, soft play or other outdoor play areas
that he's loved playing with! In addition, they love being in the room where the staff keep them engaged, safe and happy every single day. I couldn't recommend the setting enough!

Reply from Lucy Farr, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you for your lovely words about nursery life at Avon Valley Nursery and Preschool, I have passed your comments and positive feedback on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has flourished since joining Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School. Her communication skills, imaginative play, learning development have progressed vastly since joining this setting. The nursery provide amazing care and it is clear the children are their priority. Our daughter loves attending
and can't wait to start the day. Will be sad when she leaves for school as this setting has been key to her development and happiness.

Reply from Becky Morris, Deputy Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your lovely comments! We are so glad she is getting on well with us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves her nursery, she enjoys trips to the farm and soft play. She knows the staff and I find her saying a lot of their names on nursery morning or even weekends. My daughter has had some colds and bugs this winter and the nursery have provided great care, kept us updated on how her day
is going and called when needed to collect. We are very happy and could not fault the nursery at all.

Reply from Becky Morris, Deputy Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for the nice comments! I have passed this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at this nursery since it opened and it has been the most fantastic nursery experience.
The staff are caring and attentive and clearly know each child well and their little personalities! She is naturally quite introverted, but has become much more comfortable interacting with
other children and adults and is clearly so comfortable and happy in this nursery environment. The day-to-day experience she gets there is incredible - the animal and outdoor facilities are amazing and they spend around half of their time exploring the site and seeing, handling and feeding the animals. It is such a unique and amazing setting and we feel so privileged to have this nursery in our area.

Reply from Becky Morris, Deputy Manager. at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Wow, such a lovely comment, thank you! We really appreciate your lovely feedback!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Seeing how happy my little one is every day is a massive comfort. Each and every member of the team is so attentive. We have seen such growth in our little one and he has a brilliant day every single day.

Reply from Becky Hodder, Deputy Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so happy your little one is getting on so well!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are really happy with Avon Valley Nursery.
The staff are so friendly and helpful. Both of my sons adore coming to nursery every week.

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Hi, thank you for your kind review. I know one particular member of staff will appreciate being able to share your kind words with the team. Thank you for choosing Avon Valley Nursery


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is loving her nursery experience at Avon Valley. All the staff are excellent and we feel safe in the knowing she is in such good hands. Avon Valley provides a varied experience for our child encouraging her happy and healthy development.

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your kind words. The staff will really appreciate hearing this review. Thank you once again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The setting is a lovely, peaceful environment with such friendly welcoming faces everyday! The staff really love their job and the management team are friendly and approachable! Thank you for making my little girls experience a brilliant one! She has really settled well and is her development and independence
has come on leaps and bounds!

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

I'm so proud that the team are making your littles girls experience a brilliant one and her independence is coming on leaps and bounds. They will be so happy to read your review. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to start off with how beautiful this place is. The grounds it’s on and the facilities and outdoor animals ect, they have is amazing. My son loves coming to nursery, which was a real worry for us with him starting a nursery.
The manager from looking around the nursery to my son starting
has been so knowledgeable and reassuring every step of the way. The staff are excellent with updating me on how my son has been ect.
I’m so happy I’ve found a place my son loves and will learn and thrive in. Highly recommend.

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you for your lovely words. I'm so glad your son loves coming to nursery and I hope he loves it even more as the grounds and facilities develop further.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Myself and my wife visited many local nurseries, including several that had been recommended to us by friends, before settling on Avon Valley. We knew instantly this was the place for our little boy. The staff show kindness and compassion; they give plenty of reassurance and are beyond knowledgeable.
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manager, in particular, welcomed us with understanding and a wealth of knowledge. We really liked how open and honest she was, how professional she came across and how my son gravitated towards her instantly - something he does not do lightly!
The setting itself is fantastic, with varied educational resources, and the grounds are simply amazing. We feel very lucky to have a place for our son here.

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and lovely comments!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Transition to the new setting was seamless.
The staff care for the children and meet all needs, going above and beyond.
My child’s confidence, vocabulary and personality are shining through and confidence building rapidly with each staff member's guidance and ability to adapt to each child’s needs.
They go in happily and come home happy and tired.

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Hi Emily,
Thank you for your kind words, they really do mean a lot.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved our child to Avon Valley Nursery as the location was more convenient for us. We were very happy with the previous setting but our minds have been blown by Avon Valley Nursery. The staff work tirelessly to create a buzzing creative and varied atmosphere for the children. The amount of time spent
exploring outside is such a bonus. Every day is different. Our daughter wants to go every day and is often disappointed on a Saturday morning that she has to stay home! I would highly recommend this setting to anyone who wants their child to have the best nursery experience ever.

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your kind words Susannah, they really do mean the world to us all.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My niece absolutely loves coming to nursery and always comes home with a smile on her face, she started when the nursery first opened and, wow, what can I say? Can't fault it. The staff are amazing, so friendly and nothing is too much trouble.

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your kind words. I will pass this on to our team as it really means a lot to us. Seeing the children smile and having fun while learning is our priority and brightens up our day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started this nursery when it opened and has so far had the best time! There were tears the first few times I dropped him off but now he smiles when the door is opened and can’t wait to go inside. The staff are very caring and easy to talk to, they are professional but lots of fun as well. I have
great confidence in the manager who is approachable and friendly. The variety of activities is amazing. I was attracted to this nursery because of the space, my son can run about, explore, and play, and is always learning something new. It’s quiet, away from roads, and feels overall really safe.

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Hi Laura,
Thank you for your kind words, they really do mean a lot to us. We are very fortunate to have such a beautiful setting where we are all growing together.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Unbelievable nursery. My daughter was born in lockdown and has only ever been with people she knows but she has been at Avon Valley since September and she gets upset on the days she isn’t in nursery, she literally skips into nursery as she loves it so much. The staff are amazing and the nursery and
its surroundings are unbelievable. My daughter sees the animals in the park daily.
She has really come out of her shell since going to Avon Valley and comes home and tells us what she has been doing that day about her “teachers” and her friends.
The room she is in is big and has lots of activities, the food choice is brilliant and the children are involved in helping with the prep of snacks, so far we have had apple cake and crumble brought home to us.
My daughter has only been there for 11 months as she starts school next year (September 24) but it will be the best 11 months.

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

The team will be so happy to read your very kind comments. Thank you for taking the time to send in a review. Thank you for choosing Avon Valley Nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since day one of viewing the nursery, the team have been excellent.
All the staff take the time and make the effort to get to know and build that relationship with the children individually and also the parents. Nothing is ever too much of a hassle and they are always willing to stop and answer
any questions/explain to you how your child has done that day, even though they are busy. All staff make you feel at ease and welcome and that takes any worry away from leaving your child in a nursery setting, even on the days when my daughter has got upset going in, I truly feel comfortable and happy that she will be comforted and looked after.
The location, setting and site of the nursery is exceptional and the activities carried out on a daily basis are amazing. I haven’t seen or heard of a nursery doing so much for and with children on a daily basis to help them develop and have fun. I have already seen massive steps with my daughter in only 3 weeks!

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for your kind words. I will be sure to pass it on to the team, reviews like this mean the world to us all.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl absolutely loves coming to nursery each day. She will confidently kiss me and go happily off with the friendly staff.
As it is a new nursery, it’s been lovely how the children have all been part of the exciting opening. They have all brand new resources and each day is new as well as
they follow what the children are interested in, very child-led.
I’ve not even mentioned the fact they get to use the animal and play park on-site! I love how they get to see a reindeer, meerkats, and bunnies each time and to the pumpkin patch! They also get to play in the sand pit and indoor soft play.
The staff seem to genuinely enjoy their job and all appear very coherent and knowledgeable. They have taken the time to get to know my daughter as an individual. I love hearing the personal stories and she is being her true self.
The photos and weekly email they send each day/week is brilliant as you can see the many fun activities they do, such as cooking.
Thanks all!

Reply from Lorraine Doyle, Manager at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Thank you so much for all your kind words, it really means the world to us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a lovely setting in a beautiful location. My little boy is thriving already, being able to visit the farm and being outdoors was a huge factor in deciding on him attending here.
The staff are kind, compassionate and attentive - the manager, in particular, put my mind at ease and was able to answer
all of my questions and continues to support myself and my son, she has been amazing, very knowledgable and my son loves her and his keyworker.
It's been a massive success in transitioning him being away from me and his siblings, as this was something he struggled with. But he goes in every morning and comes home every afternoon beaming with smiles!

Reply from Gary Dennis, Director at Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

Such lovely words, thank you ever so much for taking the time to leave us a review. I will pass your kind words onto the team.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 5.000 for Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School is calculated as follows: ( (240 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 240 Ratings = 5

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School is based on 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 50 number of registered child places is 10, which has been reached with 20 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (9)

Lucy

Lucy Farr

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

Lucy loves working with children and loves to see them develop and helping support families. Lucy loves going for runs and going out for families days with her Husband and 2 girls.


Becky

Becky Morris

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2023

Becky is a Level 3 qualified Practitioner. She enjoys the outdoors and charity shopping as well as cooking.


We asked Becky, Why do you like working with children? "I really enjoy all the funny things children say and seeing them develop"


Aron

Aron

Job Title: SENco

Joined: 2023

Aron is our Nursery SENCO.


Aron joined Avon Valley Nursery & Pre-School as our baby room practitioner. Aron took an interest in SEN and further developed it by completing his SENco course. Aron has worked as a practitioner and Baby room lead deputy when required.


Aron works closely with all rooms to support children with any SEN.
Aron also helps support rooms with leading for the day if required.


Ceri

Ceri

Job Title: Pre-School Room Lead

Joined: 2024

Ceri has joined our team as Pre-School Room Lead. Ceri used to be third in charge and room lead at her previous Nursery. Ceri has led a team and is very excited to get started leading our preschool room and supporting our staff & children.


Steph

Steph

Job Title: Babies Room Lead Deputy.

Joined: 2023

Steph joined us at Avon Valley and joined us as an Early Years Practitioner, Steph has progressed to Baby Room Lead Deputy stepping up to Lead when the lead is off.


Sophie

Sophie

Job Title: Pre-School Coordinator

Joined: 2024

Sophie joined Avon Valley Nursery & Pre-School as an Early Years Practitioner, progressing to the 3/4-year-old coordinator and deputy room lead.


Charlotte

Charlotte

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Charlotte has recently qualified as a Level 3 practitioner, Well Done on all the hard work.


Charlotte enjoys travelling and visiting new places.


When asked what she loves about working with children? she replied "I enjoy forming bonds, finding out all about the child and watching them develop"


Helen

Helen

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner.

Joined: 2024

Helen has joined us as our Early Years Practitioner. Helen brings a lot of experience from a vast amount of ages and SEN.


Scott

Scott

Job Title: Forest School Lead

Joined: 2024

Scott is our forest school lead at Avon Valley Nursery & Pre-School, he creates wonderful activities and ideas for himself or the other practitioners to do with the children. Scott had many years of Forest School knowledge and loves being outdoors. He has a lot of land to use here at Avon Valley for him and the children to explore.


Frequently Asked Questions about Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School

What is the Age Range of Children that Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School accepts?

Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School Open?

Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School have capacity for?

Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Avon Valley Nursery and Pre School to the centre of Bristol?

5.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.