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Nurseries in Axbridge

Compare nurseries in Axbridge by funded childcare, fees, opening hours and SEND support. Axbridge has local nursery provision at Axbridge C of E First School, with funded places available for eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds.

Postcodes: BS26

Childcare numbers for Axbridge

Daily fees range
£65
Per day
Outstanding nurseries
0
0% of nurseries
Funded childcare
1
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
1
Across Somerset
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Yew Trees
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Ofsted: Good

Yew Trees

Yew Tree Farm, Tarnock, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2SA
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 100 Limited spaces
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£195/week
· £10140/year
Based on the area average of £65/day

Estimates based on average UK nursery rates (Coram Childcare Survey 2024). Actual fees vary by provider and registration costs.

Funded childcare guide

How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Axbridge?

The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Somerset Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.

Visit Somerset CouncilPostcodes: BS26
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Nursery questions in Axbridge

Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Axbridge?

Yes. Eligible working parents can get up to 30 funded hours a week from the funding period after their child turns 9 months.

Do all 3 and 4 year olds in Axbridge get funded childcare?

Yes. All 3 and 4 year olds get up to 15 funded hours a week, usually for 38 weeks each year.

Can eligible 2 year olds get funded childcare?

Yes. Eligible 2 year olds can get up to 570 funded hours a year, usually 15 hours a week for 38 weeks.

Can funded childcare be spread across more weeks?

Yes. Providers can offer fewer funded hours each week and spread the entitlement across more weeks.

Is there a nursery in Axbridge itself?

Yes. Busy Bees Nursery operates at Axbridge C of E First School on Moorland Street for children aged 2 to 4.

Does Busy Bees Nursery in Axbridge accept funded childcare?

Yes. It is registered for 2 year old funding, 3 and 4 year old funding and 30 funded hours.

What hours does Busy Bees Nursery in Axbridge open?

It is listed as open from 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.

Does Busy Bees Nursery charge for meals?

Hot meals are listed at £2.20, while fruit and milk are provided free.

What SEND support is available for young children in Axbridge?

Somerset Portage supports eligible children from birth to age 3 with significant developmental delays through home visits and small group sessions.

How should I compare SEND support at Axbridge nurseries?

Visit the setting, ask how additional needs are supported and check its latest Ofsted inspection before choosing a place.

What postcode covers Axbridge nurseries?

Axbridge mainly uses the BS26 postcode area. Busy Bees Nursery is at BS26 2BA.