Barley Wood Nursery

Long Lane, Wrington, Bristol BS40 5SA
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Barley Wood Nursery in Wrington, offers places for children aged from three months to five years old.

This unique nursery is set within 11 acres of private parkland and woodland, offering a play-based curriculum both within the nursery and the grounds of Barley Wood Estate.

The nursery has a forest school approach, offering children opportunities to develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland environment. This unique setting allows children the freedom to learn outdoors as well as ignite their wonder and curiosity and develop a life long love of nature and outdoor discovery.

Children enjoy freedom to explore the open space, have fun and learn through play.

Outdoor activities include nature exploration, woodland walks, den building, campfires, obstacle courses and visits to the pond located within their Italian garden.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sophie Pearce (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Registered Charity Number

  • 1076434

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We accept Early Years Education Funding, Tax-Free Childcare and Childcare Vouchers by way of payment.


    Our private fees are £6.50 per hour 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm or 8am- 6pm.
    7.30am starts available if required.

Opening Times

  • 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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Barley Wood Nursery has its own private car park

Barley Wood Nursery Reviews (56)

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Barley Wood Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barley Wood Nursery has 56 reviews.

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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My second child has recently started at Barley Wood Nursery and has settled extremely well. It is very comforting knowing that she is left in safe hands and lovely that the same staff members that looked after my eldest, are now looking after her too!
The management and staff are very friendly and
always helpful! Five-star review and I would have no doubt in recommending Barley Wood Nursery to anyone looking for childcare.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood Nursery
Thank you for your lovely feedback and we are pleased that you feel you are leaving your child in safe hands at Barley Wood. Continuity of care is so important and we appreciate how this can reassure…read more
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Review from Natalie M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barley Wood Nursery offers an outstanding provision - I could not recommend it highly enough. Both my children have attended Barley Wood, and I have felt confident dropping them off for every session - they were always happy, safe and cared for. The staff team are absolutely fantastic - every single
member of the team genuinely cares for each child and family. We looked around so many nurseries, and there is something so special about the care at Barleywood. The leadership team are wonderful; the manager is committed and caring and goes out of her way to ensure that every child is looked after, their needs are met and they are happy. The facilities are out of this world - every time I drop off and pick up I cannot believe how lucky my children are to be in the most beautiful setting and benefit from so much outside space. I am so grateful to the wonderful Barleywood team for giving both my children the best start in their lives and initiating their lifelong love of learning!
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Review from H G (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barley Wood is a lovely nursery. I have no doubts that the staff look after my boys with lots of love and care and it is because of the way that they do this I would highly recommend this nursery. The daily activities are fun, educational and interesting. The outside adventures that the children undertake
are terrific and my eldest always comes home bubbling with stories. I think Barley Wood is a happy place and one that I am so glad we found. Thanks so much to the fabulous team for all that they do.
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Review from Tom H (Father of Child) published on 3 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is approaching the completion of her first year at Barley Wood. The team made us feel very comfortable from the outset. The staff make the place and we couldn't be happier with them and seeing their relationship with our daughter, she loves attending nursery.
The setting/venue is beautiful
and just gives the children plenty of natural opportunity to explore the outdoors. There's a good range of activities, the team keep us informed and it's great to hear and see the snippets of our daughter's day, shared both verbally and in their app. We've also been so impressed with the team through COVID and feel confident the team are going out of their way to keep us all safe, whilst keeping it exciting and interesting for the children.
What a great place, we would certainly recommend it to anyone.
Reply from Laura Shields, Manager at Barley Wood Nursery
We are so thrilled that you are all enjoying being part of Barley Wood Nursery. It is so important to us that everyone receives positive and welcoming experiences and feels a part of our nursery…read more
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Review from Caren H (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot rate Barley Wood Nursery highly enough. All of the staff are absolutely incredible and, quite honestly, they all feel like an extension of our family. Both our girls adore nursery and the staff and they all coped incredibly well throughout lockdown. Barley Wood have an outstanding team and
it is clear from the huge development with both our girls, that they do an amazing job every day. I am proud to send our girls to this wonderful nursery.
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Review from Guy P (Father of Child) published on 26 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been going to Barley Wood from 10 months old and will soon be going on to primary school. It is so reassuring that he goes to a nursery that we trust totally. The staff are wonderful, the location idyllic and the cost very reasonable. We feel that Barley Wood Nursery has been great for both
his social skills and his general development.
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Review from Holly P (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barley Wood is an amazing nursery! From my little boy starting three weeks ago, I have been so impressed with all the staff at the nursery and the setting is incredible! Where else has outdoor areas like Barley Wood?! My little boy is always welcomed with a smiley face and thoroughly enjoys his time
at the nursery. The meals provided are delicious (they must be as he eats it all!) and staff friendly, approachable yet professional at all times. I would recommend Barley Wood to any parent wanting a safe, secure and educational environment for their child to learn and grow. Thank you to all the team at Barley Wood. (My son also attends Yew Trees Nursery which I highly recommend as well.)
Reply from Kevin Lilwall at Barley Wood Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to review and provide your feedback we really appreciate it.
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Review from Hayley W (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barley Wood is like home from home. The first time I looked around the nursery, I got an instant good, happy feel about the place!


My children love all the staff and never want to leave. They are treated as an individual instead of a number, and have learnt so much! I cannot rate Barley Wood Nursery

highly enough with the staff and the learning activities provided.
Reply from Kevin Lilwall, NS Director at Barley Wood Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to review, your feedback is valuable to us and we appreciate it.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barley Wood Nursery is a fantastic nursery. My son loves going there, and asks to go even on his days off! The staff are brilliant and create a family feel in the nursery, always coming up with great things for the children to explore and engage in. The effort the staff put in is above and beyond. Highly
recommend this nursery.
Reply from Kevin Lilwall, NS Director at Barley Wood Nursery
We really value your feedback and appreciate you taking the time to provide the review.
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Review from Gemma O (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery, with great friendly staff. An amazing outdoor space, with Forest School. Our daughter really enjoys nursery and soon our son will be there too. We feel they are cared for to a very high standard with some great activities and challenges.
Reply from Kevin Lilwall, NS Director at Barley Wood Nursery
Thank you for your review. We really value your feedback and appreciate you taking the time to review
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children attending Barley Wood and am confident that they are well looked after and enjoying their time. Facilities and space available are excellent and the staff make really good use of it all. I am especially pleased with the Forest School aspect. Staff are kind and caring and really
take the time to help children settle in, getting to know them as individuals. Although my children's personalities are very different I am happy that they are both in the best place available, making friends whilst learning and exploring.
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Review from Kate C (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a fantastic nursery the setting and forest school type activities are endless. Outdoor space in abundance and even indoors, the light space and views across the Mendip Hills give the facility an outdoor feel. The staff are wonderful and caring, the children have structure, routine and lots of fun.
My children have been very well cared for here and my school children go to breakfast club. Ideal wraparound care with two at school and one nursery age.
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Review from Eleanor N (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nothing but positive friendly and nurturing. Great indoor and outdoor space for children to explore, enjoy and thrive. Most importantly both our children run in with big smiles and are always engaged and happy when we collect them. They love it and the staff. We particularly like the outdoor play and
education offered. An amazing environment for children.
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Review from Adele W (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous preschool in a beautiful setting. There is so much outdoor space for the children to explore - from woodlands to more formal gardens and a fish pond. The carers are great - engaging and fun and are always happy to have a chat about what my son's been up to that day. My son loves going to preschool
at Barley Wood and is always full of exciting news when he gets home.
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Review from Colin S (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since first attending nursery 18 months ago, our son has developed noticeably in many ways which is a testament to the team at Barley Wood Nursery. We know he enjoys his time at nursery and actively participates in many of the numerous activities that are laid on. We have found the level of childcare
to be first class and feel confident in the ability and commitment of the staff at Barley Wood Nursery. The amount and nature of the feedback we receive on a daily basis is just right for us and assists greatly as our son continues to mature and develop as an individual.
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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have 2 children who attend Barley Wood Nursery and they both absolutely love it. All the staff are friendly and approachable and know the children really well. They plan interesting and inspiring activities and even take the children on days out in the minibus. They make great use of the surroundings
including the woods, pond and extensive gardens.


We are given individual daily feedback and challenges to support their learning at home. We feel very lucky that our children are looked after in such a caring, supportive and stimulating environment.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.977)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10 for Barley Wood Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.977 for Barley Wood Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (292 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 299 Ratings = 4.977
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barley Wood Nursery is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Sophie

Sophie Pearce

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

Sophie has worked at Barely Wood for over 7 years and has a wealth of knowledge in Early Years Education. Sophie has also completed her Level 3 SEND qualification and leads her team with passion and enthusiasm.


To meet Sophie and the team, please email or call.

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