Business Details
Trusted Child Care in Bournemouth
At Iford Bridge Nursery & Preschool, we provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to develop during their formative years. Our setting follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, tailoring care to each child's individual needs while offering home-cooked meals and snacks at no extra cost. We supply high-quality nappies, wipes, and sun cream, requiring only weather-appropriate clothing from parents.Our inclusive admissions policy ensures accessibility for all community members, with flexible session options including funded hours and extended care. We maintain open communication with families and prioritise nutritional requirements, operating across 49 weeks annually with scheduled closures for holidays.
Services
Nursery Care
Preschool Education
Funded Childcare
Extended Hours
Home-Cooked Meals
Dietary Accommodation
Inclusive Admissions
Flexible Sessions
Holiday Provision
Parent Communication
Highlights and features
- We follow the EYFS framework to support individual child needs
- We provide home-cooked meals catering to all dietary requirements
- Our team supplies nappies, wipes and sun cream as standard
- We offer flexible funded and extended childcare hour options
- Our inclusive admissions policy serves diverse community needs
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery provides full-day care from 8am to 5pm, with flexible session options including morning, afternoon and school day sessions. We cater for children aged 2+ with qualified staff delivering EYFS-compliant activities. Additional 30-minute sessions available until 5:30pm by arrangement.
Preschool Education
Following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, we deliver structured learning through play-based activities. Our staff create individual development plans while maintaining Ofsted standards. Daily educational sessions run alongside social and physical development opportunities in our secure environment.
Funded Childcare
We accept universal funding entitlements including 15/10-hour term-time or stretched options, plus 30-hour extended funding. Parents receive clear guidance on eligibility with flexible attendance patterns available. Funding hours adjust as children approach school age with prior parental notification.
Home-Cooked Meals
All meals and snacks are freshly prepared on-site with no additional charges. Our menu accommodates special dietary requirements including allergies, religious preferences and medical needs. Parents need only provide weather-appropriate clothing while we supply nappies, wipes and sun cream.
Inclusive Admissions
Our admissions policy prioritises equal access through transparent procedures. We offer language translation services, Braille materials and BSL interpreters when required. Waiting lists operate by birth order with sibling and proximity considerations, maintaining vacancies for emergency admissions where possible.
People
Emma Bannister
Nursery Manager
Emma Bannister leads our dedicated team with extensive childcare experience. She ensures compliance with EYFS standards while maintaining strong parent relationships. Emma oversees daily operations and staff training at our Bournemouth nursery.
Questions
What childcare funding options do you accept?
We accept universal funding (15/10 hours) and extended 30-hour funding. Parents receive clear guidance on eligibility with flexible attendance patterns available.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm with school day sessions until 3:30pm. Standard hours are 8am-5pm, with additional 30-minute sessions available by arrangement.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes, we accommodate all dietary requirements including allergies and religious preferences. Our home-cooked meals are prepared fresh daily with no additional charges.
How does your admissions process work?
Our admissions policy prioritises equal access through transparent procedures. Waiting lists operate by birth order with sibling and proximity considerations, with emergency vacancies maintained where possible.
What should children bring to nursery?
Parents need only provide weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. We supply nappies, wipes, sun cream and all meals/snacks as part of our standard service.
How many weeks per year are you open?
We operate for 49 weeks annually, closing one week in August, two weeks over Christmas and all bank holidays. Parents receive advance notice of closure dates.
