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Oak Tree Nursery

Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe EX34 8JL
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Oak Tree Nursery, Ilfracombe
Oak Tree Nursery, Ilfracombe
Oak Tree Nursery, Ilfracombe

Oak Tree Nursery is a Early Years Alliance childcare service located in Ilfracombe and offers 42 Ofsted-registered places.

The nursery offers high-quality care and learning opportunities, provided by a friendly and well-qualified team who follow the EYFS.

The nursery is open from 8.30am-5pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays and three staff training days.

Oak Tree Nursery offers a stimulating approach to early years development and learning...  

Funding & Fees

Full day Session Babies £70.00
Full Day Session Toddlers £70.00
Full Day Session Preschool £70.00
AM Session £40 All ages

PM Session £33 All ages

Lunches and tea are provided by our on site cook. Fees are currently costed at £3.50 per lunch and £2..00 per tea and these are not covered by funding.

Food costs are included in private bookings.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Sophie Moore (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 11

Registered Charity Number

  • 1096526

Total Places for Children

  • 42

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Oak Tree Nursery Reviews (177)

9.7

Oak Tree Nursery has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.736) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Oak Tree Nursery has 177 reviews.

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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Despite all Covid restrictions I have felt very safe sending my daughter to nursery. She is always excited to go so I know she enjoys it at Oak Tree Nursery. Staff are always super friendly and full of great advice.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's good to know that you have felt at ease with the measures we have put in place throughout the pandemic and that your daughter enjoys coming.

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Review from Hannah Q (Mother of Child) published on 23 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has only recently started at Oak Tree but she loves it. She always comes out with a smile on her face and tells me about the fun things she has been doing. The lunches that she has are varied and she says they are ‘yummy’. The staff are friendly and welcoming.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. We worked alongside a nutritionist to ensure the food we supply is nutritionally sound and helps to aid growth and development. It's lovely to hear that your daughter has given our menu her seal of approval.

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Review from Yvonne D (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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They are all lovely, very attentive and patient with all the kids. I trust them all with my daughter. My daughter loves them all. Great nursery, I will be sad when the time to move on to big school comes. Thanks for having my daughter.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's wonderful to hear your high regard for the staff team and that your daughter has firm attachments with the team in the setting. It's our pleasure to have her in the nursery!

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Review from Roanne S (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Both of my children have attended Oak Tree Nursery over the past two to three years, the nurture they receive is second to none! Every member of staff is attentive to their needs and always welcomes them with beaming smiles and open arms. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone with young children, the care they receive is truly amazing.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's lovely to hear how happy you are with our provision over the last few years.

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Review from Nick B (Grandfather of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My granddaughter loves it here, the staff are always very friendly and clearly on great terms with the children as well. There always seems lots going on both indoors and out. Good security systems in place. Highly recommended.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's good to hear your opinion on our staff team and security measures. We're glad to hear both are effective and appreciated.

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Review from Zoe-Amelia H (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Oak Tree Nursery have been amazing to both my boys! I couldn't wish for a better setting, they have both thrived since being with this nursery and I cannot recommend them enough. The staff are brilliant and my boys always have a great day.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's so good to hear how much they enjoy their time here and that the staff team is so well regarded.

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Review from Selina B (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Such a fantastic nursery. My daughter has thrived here and we will be sad for her to leave in August. The staff are friendly and great with the kids! My daughter loves the meals at lunchtime and experiments with different foods.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It has been our pleasure watching your daughter grow and develop over the years. It's always a bittersweet time for us when they leave to go to school, we do miss them but we know that they have had a wonderful early years experience with us and are ready to take the next step in their development.

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Review from Tamsyn S (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My youngest daughter has been attending Oak Tree Nursery since May 2020 and considering the challenging circumstances we have all faced over the past twelve months, the manager and her team have been exceptional. They have faced the Covid-19 changes and expectations with positivity and all the staff are absolutely brilliant with the children. My daughter enjoys her time there and is always full of stories of all the painting, playing, reading and games they play. I would highly recommend Oak Tree Nursery to any parent looking for a nursery.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review, especially your comments regarding the last year or so. We were determined that we would provide a haven for the children and that their nursery experience should be impacted as little as possible. It's good to hear that we have achieved this and that your daughter has such happy days whilst with us. She certainly makes us smile every time she is here!

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Review from Abi H (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with everything this nursery has to offer. Lovely staff. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Great garden and facilities. My son was not used to being away from me due to Covid-19 and it's a long process getting him in but all the staff have been very patient with him and have made the whole experience much easier for both of us.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. We appreciate that children have experienced a different world this year and have adjusted our settling processes accordingly. It's really good to hear that they have worked so well for your family.

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Review from Becky F (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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I have submitted a review before but due to this last year, I wanted to do another, to say how amazing this nursery is and all of its staff. We have just had one of the hardest years with this pandemic and I could not have been more grateful to Oak Tree Nursery and all the staff members who work there. They always go above and beyond to accommodate me and my daughter. She absolutely loves it there! If you're looking for a nursery to send your child to, this is the one. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it and do often to my other mum friends! Thank you for all you do.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to submit this review. It has been a hard year for everyone, but the children have shown a resilience that has made us prouder than ever of them all and never more determined to make every day at Oak Tree one that the children enjoy and find stimulating.

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Review from Luke F (Father of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Amazing staff that literally work their socks off to ensure my children are not only loved and looked after but also have the best learning experience in such an imaginative and fun way. I personally cannot fault the nursery in any way, they make the setting feel like a second home for my children and I know they have had a huge part to play in how my children interact with the world in such a positive and proactive way.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for this lovely review of our nursery. The staff team really do work hard to make every day meaningful for the children and they do this through knowing the children really well, which in turn creates the 'home from home' environment you mention.

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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Great staff who are all welcoming. My little girl always comes home happy and goes in happy. Kept up to date with her progress in all areas. Great range of activities both in and outdoors. Overall, very happy.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's amazing to watch your daughter grow and develop and we are so pleased your feel well informed about her development and that she has such a lovely time in the setting.

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Review from Claire H (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My child has recently had major surgery and it was such a challenging time for us. We were settling in our second child at Oak Tree Nursery and trying to organise a big hospital trip for my eldest who is almost three. Oak Tree Nursery have been absolutely fantastic throughout the entire process. Supporting us wherever we have needed it. I would recommend this nursery to everyone, as I feel this is the best nursery in the area. The girls are amazing and the manager goes above and beyond. Well done to you all! I’m going to be gutted when my boys are all grown up.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you very much for your review of our nursery. We are glad that we have been able to support your family through a difficult period. I will pass on your wonderful comments to the staff team to let them know how appreciated they are by the families that use our services.

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Review from Marnie M (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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By far the best nursery in Ilfracombe (Devon). They couldn't have done enough for my little boy and family. Thank you guys so much, especially to the manager who goes above and beyond for all the children in her setting.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's wonderful to hear how well regarded the setting is in our community. We wholly support working in partnership with our families to achieve the best possible outcomes for our children and their families.

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Review from Samantha M (Grandmother of Child) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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I have two grandchildren in Oak Tree, one of whom has complex needs. The staff have been absolutely amazing with both children since they started but especially with the child that has complex needs. They have not only helped the child they have also given us as a family much-needed guidance and support. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone, in fact, I have recommended them several times.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking time to review our nursery, and thank you for the wonderful comments. Our staff team really does try their hardest to ensure each and every child reaches their full potential, is recognised as an individual and is welcomed and included in our setting.

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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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I would one hundred per cent recommend Oak Tree Nursery. All the staff there are very friendly. My four year old struggles leaving me which is upsetting sometimes but the staff are very good with him and I have certainly seen a difference in him. He always comes out of nursery very happy. They regularly keep the app updated with what he’s been doing, had for lunch and with his development and learning.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's so good to hear that our methods of settling children work well and that your son always leaves nursery happy! He certainly has a wonderful time whilst he is here!

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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This nursery is by the best one I have known of. All my children have gone to Oak Tree nursery and have loved going. My little girl who is 2 years old goes here at the moment and this nursery is the highlight of her week. The staff are amazing and so so lovely. They are always willing to help and I know 100% that they take good care of my child.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's lovely to hear how much your daughter enjoys coming to Oak Tree. We certainly enjoy having her with us!

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Review from B M (Father of Child) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent attitude all the time. It's open all year round which suits our needs. Staff are very welcoming and caring. My child loves going to Oak Tree. Every day they plan different activities with a good balance to playtime to develop the children interacting with others. Great IT communication daily through the App or phonecall if its an emergency. I wouldn't change my child to any other nursery.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's lovely to hear that your child really enjoys their time with us and that you are happy with the services that we provide.

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Review from Sara R (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Oak Tree offers an outstanding service to my family. Open all year round which is very useful to us as we both work. The member of staff are very friendly, bubbly and they offer great support for the children. Their communication with parents is second to none. We are always updated in advance to events coming up and they have a great app that shows what my child has eaten and sleep daily.

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's good to hear our communication methods are effective and consistent!

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Review from Emma P (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has attended Oak Tree Nursery since last year and she has settled in so well, the staff made sure she settled in well before starting officially with settling in sessions which really helped. The nursery is set out well with lots of activities for her to engage in, in a lovely environment. The staff regularly update me on her progress following the Early Years Foundation Stage and send lovely pictures of her enjoying her day with the staff and children via the family app. The staff are all really helpful, welcoming and friendly and my daughter has taken so well to them. I would definitely recommend Oak Tree, they are great!

Reply from Stella Freebody, Manager at Oak Tree Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's lovely to hear how well our settling in process works for families. The app is fantastic for keeping up to date with what's happening in the nursery throughout the day.

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  • Recipient: Oak Tree NurseryDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
  • Recipient: Early Years AllianceDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
  • Recipient: Early Years AllianceDate: Friday 28 Apr 2023

Meet the Team (17)

Sophie Moore Job Title: Early Years Manager Joined: 2025
Sophie Moore

I have been working with children since the start of my career at Oak Tree in 2018. In this time, I have completed my Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies and my Early Years Educator qualification. I have strong experience working with SEND.

I have been managing the setting since 2026.

I enjoy all aspects of my role at Oak Tree, particularly watching children thrive, develop and have fun!

My colleagues would describe me as organised, knowledgeable and calm.

Debbie Job Title: Assistant Early Years Manager Joined: 2023
Debbie

I joined Oak Tree in 2023 after working in a primary school for 30 years. I love being part of the team at Oak Tree and working with all of the different age groups in the setting.

Holly Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2021
Holly

I have found a passion in learning all about how young minds work, how fast children can learn, how they see the world and just how truly wonderful the mind of a child is.

My colleagues would describe me as passionate, enthusiastic and caring.

Mandy Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2020
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After training at Oak Tree 12 years ago, I returned in 2020 with over 8 years of experience in early years settings. I am a Level 3 Early Years Educator and work across our baby room and the rest of the setting.

My colleagues would describe me as funny, friendly and bubbly.

Suzanne Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2020
Suzanne

I have worked with children for over 30 years and find their imagination and curiosity so inspiring! I work primarily with our two-year-old age group. I love to be outdoors and enjoy nature and creepy crawlies, especially snails!

My colleagues would describe me as creative, magical and kind!

Gemma Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2020
Gemma

I am an Early Years Educator and work across the whole setting.

My colleagues would describe me as cheery, kind and patient.

Shelley Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2021
Shelley

I love watching children grow and turn into amazing little people, and it makes me happy to help guide them at the beginning of their lives.

My colleagues would describe me as energetic, warm and caring.

Charlotte Job Title: Early Years Assistant Joined: 2025
Charlotte

I am an Early Years Assistant and am studying for my Early Years Educator award via an apprenticeship in a setting.

My colleagues would describe me as funny, engaging and keen to learn.

Kayleigh Job Title: Early Years Assistant Joined: 2020
Kayleigh

I am an Early Years Assistant and work across all rooms in our setting. I am currently studying for my Early Years Practitioner award.

Colleagues would describe me as hardworking, fun, and child-focused. I love to play!

Lily Job Title: Early Years Assistant Joined: 2024
Lily

I am an Early Years Assistant, currently studying for my Early Years Educator award via an apprenticeship in a setting.

My colleagues would describe me as calm, adaptable, and child-focused.

Isabella Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2026
Isabella

Isabella joined our team in 2026 and is an Early Years Educator!

Daisy Job Title: Early Years Assistant Joined: 2026
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Hi, I'm Daisy May, and I have been working in childcare for over a year now. I am passionate about gaining my Level 3 EYE qualification. I love being creative with the children, seeing what they can create, learning about their interests, and having fun!

I look forward to the future.

Lynne Job Title: Flexible Early Years Educator Joined: 2011
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I qualified as a Nursery Nurse too many years ago to say! My first job was in a maternity hospital caring for newborns and working in the Special Care Baby Unit.

I have been fortunate enough to work in a variety of nursery schools and have been at Oak Tree for 10 years.

I enjoy having family time, especially being a Nana!

My colleagues would describe me as lovely, fun, and fantastic with children.

Amy Job Title: Flexible Early Years Educator Joined: 2025
Amy

I am shortly to embark on my teacher training qualification and work in support of the setting as and when required.

My colleagues would describe me as dedicated, professional and kind.

Lorna Job Title: Flexible Early Years Educator Joined: 2004
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Flexible Early Years Educator

Emma Job Title: Nursery Cook Joined: 2026
Emma

Emma is our Nursery Cook!

Tracey Job Title: Setting Cleaner Joined: 2020
Tracey

I am the person who makes the nursery sparkly clean at the end of every messy day!

My colleagues would describe me as happy, organised and an absolute asset!

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