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The staff offer children a safe, happy and nurturing environment. Classrooms provide cosy corners, stimulating resources and areas for children to explore and learn within their individual capabilities and at their own pace. The outdoor environment comprises of garden areas and meadows where the children can enjoy growing and cultivating plants and vegetables, help to look after...
Yew Trees Nursery in Axbridge is surrounded by fields and countryside in rural Somerset.
The staff offer children a safe, happy and nurturing environment. Classrooms provide cosy corners, stimulating resources and areas for children to explore and learn within their individual capabilities and at their own pace. The outdoor environment comprises of garden areas and meadows where the children can enjoy growing and cultivating plants and vegetables, help to look after the chickens, explore nature and gain an interest in the world around them.
Yew Trees Nursery prides itself on developing strong, curious, confident and unique children. They believe that being willing to ‘have a go’ and learn from mistakes will give the children a head start in learning.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- YMCA Dulverton Group
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Catriona Smith (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 30
Registered Charity Number
- 1076434
Total Places for Children
- 100
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Parking
- Large onsite car park
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Yew Trees Nursery Reviews (90)
Yew Trees Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.956) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Yew Trees Nursery has 90 reviews.
Yew Trees have provided amazing care & learning opportunities for our son since he was 6 months until school age. He is now totally ready for school having been given a wonderful setting inside & out to learn, grow, make friendships & have a special childcare experience. Yew Trees have balanced the...
Yew Trees have provided amazing care & learning opportunities for our son since he was 6 months until school age. He is now totally ready for school having been given a wonderful setting inside & out to learn, grow, make friendships & have a special childcare experience. Yew Trees have balanced the fun, care & learning and we are extremely grateful for this experience for our son.
We are delighted to hear that your experiences have been positive, and it's great to know that children are well-prepared for school. We really try to fully prepared all the children for the next stage of their learning. Fostering positive friendships, and watching the children interact is one of the best parts of our jobs. Thank you for your feedback.
We have had a wonderful experience of Yew Trees where we sent our first child, and our second has now started. The staff are all really special and make the setting really stand out from others in our opinion.
We love the outside area and the opportunities that children have to play outside and...
We have had a wonderful experience of Yew Trees where we sent our first child, and our second has now started. The staff are all really special and make the setting really stand out from others in our opinion.
We love the outside area and the opportunities that children have to play outside and do other activities in all weathers.
The food is also excellent and now some is also home grown at the nursery!
Overall a really special place!
Thank you so much for leaving such a high recommendation of Yew Trees Nursery. It really is a special setting and I am delighted that this has been your experience with both of your children. We are very proud of the farm and the beautiful produce it is creating for the team in the kitchen. The...
Thank you so much for leaving such a high recommendation of Yew Trees Nursery. It really is a special setting and I am delighted that this has been your experience with both of your children. We are very proud of the farm and the beautiful produce it is creating for the team in the kitchen. The children love being involved and it is such a wonderful learning opportunity to have it in site! Best wishes Natalie
Our children are always happy after a day at Yew Trees The staff who look after them are always friendly and keep us up to date. We are going to miss the setting when our daughter starts school and thank the nursey for the effort they went to for the leavers' afternoon tea.
Our children are always happy after a day at Yew Trees The staff who look after them are always friendly and keep us up to date. We are going to miss the setting when our daughter starts school and thank the nursey for the effort they went to for the leavers' afternoon tea.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It means a great deal to us to hear that your children are always happy after their days at Yew Trees and that you have felt well supported and kept up to date by our team. We will be very sorry to say goodbye when your daughter starts school, but we are...
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It means a great deal to us to hear that your children are always happy after their days at Yew Trees and that you have felt well supported and kept up to date by our team. We will be very sorry to say goodbye when your daughter starts school, but we are delighted to have been part of her early years. We're so pleased you enjoyed the leavers' afternoon tea - it was a pleasure to organise and celebrate such a special milestone with you. We wish your daughter every happiness and success as she starts school.
My son happily goes to nursery and really enjoys his time there. He loves taking part in the different activities and playing with his friends. The caregivers are amazing and take great care of him. They are always patient, attentive, and listen to any concerns I have, which gives me great...
My son happily goes to nursery and really enjoys his time there. He loves taking part in the different activities and playing with his friends. The caregivers are amazing and take great care of him. They are always patient, attentive, and listen to any concerns I have, which gives me great confidence and peace of mind. I truly appreciate the caring and supportive environment they provide.
Thank you for your lovely words and feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your son enjoys his time at nursery and is having such a positive experience. It's wonderful to know he's having fun, making friends, and joining in on all the activities.
Your support really means a lot to our team. The...
Thank you for your lovely words and feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your son enjoys his time at nursery and is having such a positive experience. It's wonderful to know he's having fun, making friends, and joining in on all the activities.
Your support really means a lot to our team. The team work hard to create a safe, caring, and nurturing space for every child, and it's great to hear that you feel confident in us. We truly appreciate your trust in our care, and we can't wait to keep supporting your son's learning and development.
We couldn't be happier with the care and support our toddler has received at this nursery. From the start, the staff have been warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in our child's wellbeing and development. They create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel valued and excited to...
We couldn't be happier with the care and support our toddler has received at this nursery. From the start, the staff have been warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in our child's wellbeing and development. They create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel valued and excited to learn.
Communication is excellent, with regular updates on activities, milestones, and any concerns. It's reassuring to know our child is well cared for while also growing in confidence, independence, and social skills.
We've seen wonderful progress, from improved communication to forming friendships. The variety of activities is fantastic, with plenty of outdoor play, free play, and engaging sessions like singing and dancing.
During settling in, staff took time to understand our child's interests and incorporated favourite toys and activities.
We're incredibly grateful and would highly recommend this nursery.
Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a detailed review of your experience at Yew Trees Nursery. We are very proud of the team and the service they provide to our families. It is wonderful to hear that you and your child have felt so supported and we appreciate your high recommendation. Best wishes Natalie
We have both our girls at Yew Trees Nursery (baby room and little learners) and we are so impressed with the facilities and care the children get. Our girls love going to nursery and enjoy all that it offers. All the staff are amazing and build such lovely bonds with the children and spend time...
We have both our girls at Yew Trees Nursery (baby room and little learners) and we are so impressed with the facilities and care the children get. Our girls love going to nursery and enjoy all that it offers. All the staff are amazing and build such lovely bonds with the children and spend time talking to parents about the childs day! Overall we are very happy with Yew Trees!
Thank you for your lovely review of Yew Trees nursery. We are delighted that you are so happy with the facilities and care that your children have access to. We are very proud of the team, they are what make the setting truly special. We are also very fortunate to have access to extensive outdoor spaces that the children love to explore! Best wishes Natalie
Our daughter absolutely loves Yew Trees. The outdoor space is fantastic, and the staff truly nurture her passion for nature and exploration. She has a wonderful bond with her key worker, who is incredibly kind, caring, and attentive to each child's individual needs. We feel she takes the time to...
Our daughter absolutely loves Yew Trees. The outdoor space is fantastic, and the staff truly nurture her passion for nature and exploration. She has a wonderful bond with her key worker, who is incredibly kind, caring, and attentive to each child's individual needs. We feel she takes the time to genuinely get to know the children and supports them in recognising and understanding their emotions. Our daughter feels completely comfortable and secure in this setting; she trusts the carers and is confident enough to talk openly about how she feels. She often tells us about her day and how much she has enjoyed it.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of Yew Trees Nursery. We agree, our outdoor areas are second to non and this enables us to offer such a unique experience for the children in our care. We are delighted that your daughter is so happy in the setting and we are...
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of Yew Trees Nursery. We agree, our outdoor areas are second to non and this enables us to offer such a unique experience for the children in our care. We are delighted that your daughter is so happy in the setting and we are able to work with you to promote her confidence, understand the power of her voice and ensure she has such a positive experience in her early education. Best wishes Natalie
Our children absolutely love attending Yew Trees. The staff are so friendly and communication is excellent. The outdoor space is fantastic and there are always a range of fun and engaging activities planned for the children. 100% would recommend!
Our children absolutely love attending Yew Trees. The staff are so friendly and communication is excellent. The outdoor space is fantastic and there are always a range of fun and engaging activities planned for the children. 100% would recommend!
Thank you so much for your 5* recommendation of Yew Trees Nursery! It really is an amazing nursery and we are incredibly proud of our facilities and the team who make the magic happen each and every day! Best wishes Natalie
They support your child with every step of their own little journey. Keep you posted and...
They support your child with every step of their own little journey. Keep you posted and share how well they are doing, what challenges they may be finding and supporting us as parents along the way.
Children have great outdoor space to explore, crafts, learning and so much more! I would highly recommend to future parents looking for a nursery for their child/ren.
It's a great feeling as a mum to know your child is happy and feels safe whilst your working feeling guilty leaving them.Thank you Yew Trees.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review and recommendation of Yew Trees Nursery. We are so proud of the setting, both the amazing facilities and also the team lead by Catriona. I am so glad that your experience has left you feeling confident in your choice of childcare and that your little one is so happy with us. Best wishes Natalie
Wonderful team of staff. Great communication. Smooth transitions between the rooms.
Thank you for the care you show every day!
Wonderful team of staff. Great communication. Smooth transitions between the rooms.
Thank you for the care you show every day!
I am pleased that you are happy with the communication, transitions and care that you and and your child have received. The staff work so hard to...
Thank you for your 5* review of Yew Trees nursery. Christmas really is the best time of year when staff enjoy creating the magic for our children!I am pleased that you are happy with the communication, transitions and care that you and and your child have received. The staff work so hard to provide a safe and nurturing environment where all children thrive and families feel that they belong, so I am delighted that this has been your experience of the setting. Best wishes Natalie
Fantastic nursery, really appreciate the engagement with the children, the feedback they give and generally the warm environment. Most importantly our son enjoys going to nursery (most days!). Thanks all
Fantastic nursery, really appreciate the engagement with the children, the feedback they give and generally the warm environment. Most importantly our son enjoys going to nursery (most days!). Thanks all
Thank you for your review, we are pleased that you consider Yew Trees a "fantastic Nursery". We are very proud of the team and the facilities that we have and recognise that these both have such a positive impact on the children that we care for. We appreciate your feedback. Best wishes Natalie
I can not praise Yew Trees and all the team there enough. From our first viewing with our eldest to onboarding my youngest, we have had nothing but warmth, care, and support from everyone that we've encountered. From coming from another nursery to this one, the difference has been clear that this...
I can not praise Yew Trees and all the team there enough. From our first viewing with our eldest to onboarding my youngest, we have had nothing but warmth, care, and support from everyone that we've encountered. From coming from another nursery to this one, the difference has been clear that this is just a much better quality nursery (whilst even being cheaper!)
It's obvious that the management and the staff have a genuine commitment to the care and development of the children. Our kids have such lovely connections with the staff and each other and that's all down to the team's hard work making that happen.
The setting is beautiful, with so much open space, greenery, nature and wildlife to interact with. The food is made with thought and care, and I love hearing the updates about how they source and prepare the high-quality ingredients. I appreciate the Famly app too, great transparency of the kids activities, quality photos, much better user interface than other apps like Tapestry
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and detailed review. Your kind words truly mean a great deal to all of us at Yew Trees.
We're delighted to hear how positively your family's experience has been, from your first visit through to your youngest joining us. Creating a...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and detailed review. Your kind words truly mean a great deal to all of us at Yew Trees.
We're delighted to hear how positively your family's experience has been, from your first visit through to your youngest joining us. Creating a nurturing, high-quality environment where children feel safe, happy, and supported in their development is at the heart of everything we do, so it's wonderful to know this has come across so clearly.
Your comments about our team, the children's relationships, our natural setting, and the care that goes into our food are incredibly appreciated. We're also pleased that you're finding the Famly app helpful for staying connected and informed about your children's days.
Thank you again for your trust and support - it's a real privilege to be part of your children's early years journey.
Yew Trees Team
Yew tree have been amazing from the very start. Myself and my son found the first few weeks quite hard with drop offs and settling in but all the staff were very supportive. They are very informative about his daily interactions and progress. The app they use is great for this. B has now been going...
Yew tree have been amazing from the very start. Myself and my son found the first few weeks quite hard with drop offs and settling in but all the staff were very supportive. They are very informative about his daily interactions and progress. The app they use is great for this. B has now been going to yew trees for 2 months and he absolutely loves it , he reaches out for the girls when he arrives and gets so excited when we head out to the car in the morning. To me that is a great sign as he has always been very sure about who he likes just from his body language. At the end of the day they are caring for the most precious thing in your life and I trust them wholeheartedly. Yew tree has been recommended to me countless times and I continue to recommend them to anyone that's looking for a nursery. Overall all the girls are so lovely, friendly and fun. They have endless activities for the babies and I love how much time they spend outside as we are a very outdoors family .
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words with us. It means a great deal to our whole team to know that you and your child are happy with the care and support we provide.
We always strive to create a nurturing, engaging...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words with us. It means a great deal to our whole team to know that you and your child are happy with the care and support we provide.
We always strive to create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can grow and thrive, and it's wonderful to hear that this is reflected in your experience.
Many ThanksCatriona
From the first viewing of Yew Trees, I knew it was the place I wanted my son to attend. He's been there 8 months and the progress I've witnessed in him has been amazing. He loves attending and has made some really fantastic memories. Holly is my son's keyworker and the bond they have is incredible,...
All the other staff I have had interactions with have been warm and friendly also. I can't speak highly enough about our personal experience with this nursery. They are contributing to making my son a very content, polite, happy and well mannered little boy and I am very proud of him.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a beautiful review of the setting. We are delighted that you have had such a positive experience at the nursery and that your son is thriving within the care of the team. I will ensure that your feedback is passed onto the staff and Holly in...
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a beautiful review of the setting. We are delighted that you have had such a positive experience at the nursery and that your son is thriving within the care of the team. I will ensure that your feedback is passed onto the staff and Holly in particular. They all work so hard to ensure the children are safe, nurtured and well educated and we are very lucky to have the most amazing environment to facilitate this. Best wishes Natalie
I have 2 girls who have both attending this nursery since the age of 1 and both have thrived in this environment. Their development has come on leaps and bounds since attending and their social skills and empathy are fantastic. The staff in all rooms are highly attentive, compassionate and fair.
I have 2 girls who have both attending this nursery since the age of 1 and both have thrived in this environment. Their development has come on leaps and bounds since attending and their social skills and empathy are fantastic. The staff in all rooms are highly attentive, compassionate and fair.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5* review of Yew Trees Nursery. It is wonderful to hear how happy you are with the care and education of your children at the setting and thank you for recognising how amazing the staff are and how much they genuinely care about the children they support. Your feedback means a lot to us. Best wishes Natalie
When he first started, he struggled with communication, which often led to...
When he first started, he struggled with communication, which often led to frustration and challenging behaviour at home. However, we noticed a significant improvement in such a short space of time. Since then, he has continued to flourish both in nursery and at home.
A huge part of this progress is thanks to his incredible key worker. She has been so attentive, supportive, and genuinely invested in his development. She has helped him build essential skills - especially in communication, social interaction, and emotional understanding -in ways we couldn't have done alone. The difference in his confidence and overall happiness is clear to see.
We are so grateful for the care, dedication, and positive impact the nursery and his key worker have had on his early years.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and positive review. We are delighted that you are so happy with the care and support that your son has received at Yew Trees. The staff are amazing at creating an environment where children feel valued, nurtured and supported to...
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and positive review. We are delighted that you are so happy with the care and support that your son has received at Yew Trees. The staff are amazing at creating an environment where children feel valued, nurtured and supported to develop and we are so happy that this is reflected in your experience of the setting. I will ensure that your key person is made aware of your feedback, they will be very grateful. Best wishes Natalie
She is very well fed there and the variety of...
She is very well fed there and the variety of meals they have is great.
Thank you Yew Trees!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It is a pleasure to be able to care for the children and the staff have so much passion for the work that they do! I am very pleased to see this reflected in the experience that you are having.
From the moment I first visited the nursery, I knew I would be doing my child a disservice by not sending him here. The setting is outstanding -with plenty of outdoor activities, a fantastic menu, and passionate, caring staff. Under their care, my child has come on in leaps and bounds. It's so...
From the moment I first visited the nursery, I knew I would be doing my child a disservice by not sending him here. The setting is outstanding -with plenty of outdoor activities, a fantastic menu, and passionate, caring staff. Under their care, my child has come on in leaps and bounds. It's so reassuring to know he is safe, happy, and thriving in this environment. My only wish is that they would go on to open a primary school too!
Thank you so much for your amazing review!! We are so pleased that you feel Yew Trees is an outstanding setting!!We are so proud of the setting and the team who make it so special. We know we are very lucky to have such extensive grounds for the children to explore and recognise that this is so...
Thank you so much for your amazing review!! We are so pleased that you feel Yew Trees is an outstanding setting!!We are so proud of the setting and the team who make it so special. We know we are very lucky to have such extensive grounds for the children to explore and recognise that this is so vital to their overall development. On the point of school provision....well never say never!! Who knows what the future will hold :) Wouldn't that be wonderful!! Best wishes
My son has been attending Yew Trees for nearly a year and from the very first encounter at our show around to now, its has been nothing but outstanding! My son is in currently in babies and all the staff within his room are amazing, particularly the ladies who group keywork him. They are genuine,...
My son has been attending Yew Trees for nearly a year and from the very first encounter at our show around to now, its has been nothing but outstanding! My son is in currently in babies and all the staff within his room are amazing, particularly the ladies who group keywork him. They are genuine, kind, helpful ladies. My son loves it here, he is always happy, loves all the activities set out for him and finds comfort in those that look after him. Nothing asked is too much trouble. The communication is brilliant, any questions I have are answered promptly and professionally. The app is well managed and I love waiting for the daily update. The staff in the office are supportive, understanding and will always help wherever they can. The menu is great, full of variety and lovely food. I leave him at nursery knowing he is looked after to the highest of standards, stimulated, supported and above all- loved. I could not have wished for a better place for my son.
Thank you so much for your amazing review of Yew Trees Nursery!I am delighted that your experience has been so positive and your son is so happy at the setting. He is a pleasure to care for. Thank you for your feedback on our communication. I am glad that you find the app both informative and...
Thank you so much for your amazing review of Yew Trees Nursery!I am delighted that your experience has been so positive and your son is so happy at the setting. He is a pleasure to care for. Thank you for your feedback on our communication. I am glad that you find the app both informative and helpful. We know how important it is for parents to be kept up to date on how their child is getting on in the setting. I will pass your feedback onto the catering team, they will be delighted that you are very happy with the service they provide. They work so hard to ensure children are given a variety of nutritionally balance, varied and tasty foods. I will also ensure that the staff receive your feedback- they are amazing and I know it will be appreciated. Best wishes
From our very first conversation with Yew Trees, we've felt an overwhelming sense of warmth, care, and trust. Every day, we know Conor is in the best hands - we're always kept informed and reassured about his day, and it's clear how much love and attention goes into everything in the baby...
The entire team radiates kindness and dedication, making both the children and their families feel truly supported and welcomed.
We are especially grateful to one lady, whose gentle guidance, encouragement, and care have meant so much to him over the past year. She has helped him grow in confidence and happiness, and for that, we will be forever thankful.
Thank you so much for this amazing review. I am so pleased to read the comments that you have made as we are continually striving to ensure that our settings are the best that they can be. This means creating environments where children feel emotionally and physically safe and where families feel...
Thank you so much for this amazing review. I am so pleased to read the comments that you have made as we are continually striving to ensure that our settings are the best that they can be. This means creating environments where children feel emotionally and physically safe and where families feel confident in their choice of childcare. Our staff are our biggest asset and we are incredibly proud of their passion for the work that they do. I will ensure that they know you have given this feedback as it will be very much appreciated. Best wishes
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: YMCA Dulverton Group
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: YMCA Dulverton Group
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: Yew Trees Nursery
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Meet the Team (1)

Catriona is a dedicated and experienced leader who has a passion for staff progression and development. She brings a wealth of knowledge from an...
Catriona is a dedicated and experienced leader who has a passion for staff progression and development. She brings a wealth of knowledge from an extensive career in Early years and has a passion for igniting children's curiosity and critical thinking.
She leads her team from the ground and can often be found engaged in activities within the rooms, delivering extracurricular activities and role modelling alongside her team.
Catriona would love to show you around this beautiful setting, so please do get in touch to arrange a visit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yew Trees Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Yew Trees Nursery accepts?
Yew Trees Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Yew Trees Nursery Open?
Yew Trees Nursery 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 Yew Trees Nursery have capacity for?
Yew Trees Nursery has capacity for a total of 100 Children.
How far is Yew Trees Nursery to the centre of Axbridge?
3.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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