





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 Toddlers £70.00
Full Day Session Preschool £70.00
AM Session £40 All ages
PM Session £33 All ages
Food costs are included in private bookings.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Early Years Alliance
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
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
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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)
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.
My daughter loves nursery. She enjoys a variety of activities and experiences offered to them. Staff are very creative with the learning that takes place and it is always exciting to see what has been set up in the setting each week.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. The staff follow the children's interests to devise and implement inviting activities for the children in setting and this works well as the children are happy, engaged and curious.
As a first-time father, I was so worried and reluctant to leave my baby boy with anyone but my wife. It has been a good 6-7 months now maybe more and I’m so happy with this place, the friendliness, professionalism, kindness everything that needs to be seen and said to set my mind at ease knowing that my boy is in amazing hands. I can’t express how happy I am with the way they treat me as a parent and the love they give my boy. Basically this place is amazing and wouldn’t have my future kids anywhere else.
Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. We love having your son in setting with us and seeing the progress he is making. It's very gratifying to hear that our staff team is held in such high regard.
A wonderful setting, ethos, with a sense of exploration and adventure. The staff are fantastic too. My son loves his time at Oak Tree and his development and speech has really come along in leaps and bounds since he started at 2 years old.
Thank you for review of our nursery, it's fantastic to hear how our ethos is appreciated by our families and those in our nursery community.
Amazing nursery they are my first choice. All members of staff are so happy and caring 24/7. My son attends here, is quite a mummy’s boy but in no time at all, he has been comforted and enjoys every day he goes in. He has already made new friends, learnt new things and made great bonds with the staff. I feel very happy to leave my baby here, I feel very lucky to have such a wonderful nursery care for my child like they would their own.
Thank you for your lovely review of our nursery. We are so pleased that you feel this way about Oak Tree, it's just wonderful to read! Our staff work incredibly hard to build strong, lasting bonds with all the children in our care.
I would highly recommend Oak Tree Nursery to everyone. All staff are lovely, welcoming and so approachable. They work alongside the parents to create a person-centred plan to aid the children’s development and learning experience. Despite the fact that my child has been assigned a key worker, I feel that I am able to approach any member of staff to discuss my child or any concerns or support that I may need. All food is home-cooked where the variety exceeds what I offer at home. Since starting the nursery my son has developed at an incredible rate and I can only thank the staff for their patience, support and kindness that they offer him and myself. My son absolutely loves going to nursery and is so fond of all the staff within the setting. Thank you, girls, for everything that you do.
What kind words! Thank you so much for this lovely review. We are very proud of the progress your son is making - he makes us laugh every session with the new language he is learning and the confidence he now displays in communicating with us. I'll pass these wonderful comments on to the staff team and our cook - she'll be delighted to hear how well regarded her efforts are.
My daughter loves going to Oak Tree and due to their great settling in process has settled very well. I have already noticed a great positive impact on her development and social skills. The staff are very friendly with great knowledge of the children and create a fun nurtured environment.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's great hear to that settling process worked so well for your family and that your daughter is making lots of new friends at nursery.
Oak Tree is a fantastic nursery, I wouldn't want to send my children anywhere else. The staff are all amazing, so welcoming and always find the time to have a chat and update you on what's happened throughout the day. My son loves going and can't wait to get there. Love the outdoor space and all of the wonderful facilities they have. Highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. Such lovely words! We can't wait to have the new arrival with us and we enjoy every session your son spends with us - his confidence has grown so much, it's a true pleasure to see!
Couldn't recommend it enough!
Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. The staff team are extremely creative and enjoy following the children's interests to devise activities for curious children.
Both of my children now attend and I couldn't hope for a warmer, family-like environment for them to be in.
The staff are wonderful and I know they genuinely care about my children and their growth.
They are always striving for excellence in all areas, particularly when it comes to nutrition, but also things like the environment too.
We love Oaktree Nursery
Thank you so much for this amazing review, it's absolutely true that we strive for excellence in everything we do. Hopefully, we can pass that ethos on to the children in our care. We are amazed by how independent all of our children are.
Both my daughter and son have attended this nursery, my son went to school last year a confident 4 year old with thanks to the nursery, my daughter loves nursery days because of the wide range of activities that they have for them.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. We are really proud of how well both of the children have done here at Oak Tree. The team are always thinking up new ways to fire those little imaginations.
All of the staff at the nursery create a wonderful environment for my daughter to enjoy and learn every day she is there. She benefits from being around similarly happy children which means she looks forward to being at nursery. Great work all.
Thank you for such a lovely review. We're so glad to have your daughter with us in nursery. Her smile really is infectious.
Oak Tree isn't just a nursery it’s a family, with leaving do’s for graduating children, Christmas party for all family members, little events all year round making you, as a parent, feel included in our son's education and growth at the times when we can’t be there with him. Amazing all round.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of our setting. We really do try to build a community here at Oak Tree and make sure that children and families feel a part of it. I will pass your wonderful comments onto the staff team, who work tremendously hard to make the setting what it is.
She has gained so much confidence, and those that work here have been helpful every step of the way.
I don't plan on having another child (though I probably will have no choice), but if I did I would definitely send them here. Knowing they would be great hands.
Thank you for reviewing our nursery. It's an absolute pleasure having your daughter in session with us - she makes us laugh each and every time she is here.
A well run friendly environment where my child loves to be! Always kept updated on his activities, learning and wellbeing. Couldn’t think of anywhere else I would send my son now he loves every aspect and has come on so well since he’s been there!
Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. We are absolutely delighted with the progress your son is making - he's just a joy to have in the setting.
My child, since her first day at Oak Tree, has received the best care. The staff are friendly and supportive. The setting has provided a brilliant start to my child's first steps into education. It is full of enriching activities which my child enjoys thoroughly. Overall, Oak Tree and its staff have allowed my child to start to explore her full potential by understanding her as an individual.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. We know each of our children very well and through this knowledge, provide a variety of activities that we know will capture their interest and inspire them to learn new things. We learn as much from our children as they learn from us, and it's a joy to...
Oak Tree Nursery is amazing, they helped myself and my son with additional needs so much and there was never a day I worried about him being there. They go over and above to help anyone with any worries or concerns. The staff are so friendly and polite and both my boys have made great connections with each one of them.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. It's great to hear how supported you have felt by Oak Tree during your children's' time with us. We do work very hard to ensure that every child is happy and included at Oak Tree.
Oak Tree has provided my daughter with a safe, exciting space in which to develop her skills. She is only 2 1/2 but knows her alphabet, days of the week, numbers to 20 and so many songs I have lost count. Her previous nursery shut down suddenly leaving lots of local parents totally adrift. Oak Tree quickly stepped in, recruited staff and helped everyone out. It is a fabulous community.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. We are so glad that we could help when needed and that your daughter is now a part of the Oak Tree community - she certainly loves her time here!
All 3 of my children have attended Oak Tree over the years and we can't praise them enough. The staff are fantastic and can't be faulted in any way. The premises are always cleaned and maintained to a high standard which we feel creates a safe environment for our children.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. It is very gratifying to see your children come to Oak Tree as they come of age. We have enjoyed sharing your journey as a family.
I find the Nursery a great setting for my child, after visiting other nurseries in the area I just knew my daughter would settle in well there as she thrives within the setting they offer her. She only goes once a week but she always looks forward to donning her shoes on and getting out the door on a Monday morning, this is a relief for us both as Monday mornings are hectic enough without having to go against a strong-willed toddler. Once she is there she bursts through the door with excitement and happily waves goodbye to her mummy.
The staff are really friendly and welcoming, if any problems were to arise I feel confident in raising these with the setting manager, not that we have any concerns. I know she would do her best to iron out any issues.
The set up in the nursery is great and the children can flow around the activities with ease choosing what they wish to play with, they also have a good outside area which I know the staff are keen to use weather permitting.
Overall Oak Tree is a great Nursery that I would recommend to anyone.
Thank you very much for your review of our nursery. We are very proud of the fact that our children are able to access the resources that they choose to. By working in a wholly transparent manner with parents and carers we can build a solid foundation of trust to base our parent/carer relationships upon and this benefits the children in our care greatly.
I am very impressed with Oaktree. My son has a wonderful time there. The activities carried out there are always varied and interesting for the children. I am most impressed with the amount of effort the staff input into this great nursery. They always go the extra mile. Christmas was made to be so magical there.
Thank you for your review of our nursery. We are so pleased to hear how much your son enjoys his time at Oak Tree - the staff team really do go the extra mile to make every child's experience special at Oak Tree.
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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
I am an Early Years Educator and work across the whole setting.
My colleagues would describe me as cheery, kind and patient.
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.
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.
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!
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 joined our team in 2026 and is an Early Years Educator!
I look forward to the future.
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.
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.
Flexible Early Years Educator
Emma is our Nursery Cook!
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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