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Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery

Bicester, OX25 3QE

Top things to know

Teaching style
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
Operating terms
All year round
Funded childcare
15 hours, 30 hours
Age range
6 Months - 2 Years, 2 - 3 Years, 3 - 5 Years
Extended hours
No
Opening hours
08:00 - 18:00
Max capacity
58 children
Availability
Enquire
Nursery overview

About Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery

Sparkling Minds is an independent pre-school and day nursery at Weston Park Farm, near Bicester (OX25 3QE), with 58 places.

Forest school and outdoor space are a big part of the day, and learning follows the EYFS. Babies can start at 6 months. Fees begin at £91 a day with meals included, and funded hours (15 and 30) are accepted. It's open 8am until 6pm every week of the year, with parking. Its latest Ofsted grade is Good.

Facilities & services

Outdoor space On-site parking Forest school Extracurricular activities

Fees breakdown

  • Day rate (from)£91/day
  • DepositEnquire
  • Registration feeEnquire
  • FoodEnquire
  • NappiesEnquire
  • ExtracurricularEnquire
Ofsted rating

Inspection summary: Good

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Overall
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Previous inspection
Good
Location

Bicester, OX25 3QE

The Field Barn, Weston Park Farm, Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QE

Frequently asked questions

Where is the nursery located?+

Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery is located at The Field Barn, Weston Park Farm, Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QE.

What ages does the nursery accept?+

Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery accepts children in the following age groups: 6 months - 2 years, 2 - 3 years and 3 - 5 years.

Does the nursery accept funded hours?+

Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery accepts funded childcare, including 15 hours and 30 hours. Availability for funded places can change, so it is worth checking before you apply.

What are the opening hours?+

Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery is usually open from 08:00 to 18:00. Hours can vary by room, term pattern or bank holidays, so confirm the latest times with the nursery.

Are meals included?+

Meals are included at Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery. Ask the nursery for the latest menu and any allergy or dietary arrangements.

Are nappies and wipes included?+

Please contact Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery directly to confirm whether nappies and wipes are included or need to be supplied by parents.

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Nursery cost calculator

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Get a quick estimate of what childcare could cost your family each week and month in Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery.

Defaults to 10 hours, but you can adjust it to match the nursery day you need.

Eligible working parents of children aged 9 months+ can access 15 or 30 funded hours. Stretched options spread term-time hours across the full year.

Estimated cost in Sparkling Minds Pre-School and Day Nursery
£287/week
· £14898/year
Based on this nursery's from price of £91/day

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

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