
Relocating families
If you’re considering a move to the area, Springmead School and Little Crickets Nursery is in the historic village of Beckington, Frome in Somerset. Somerset offers an idyllic blend of rural charm and convenient accessibility. Frome, the nearest town to Beckington, just a 7 minute drive from Springmead School and Little Crickets Nursery, is stunning, set amongst rolling hills, historic architecture and a strong sense of community. You will find your family welcomed, part of the thriving Somerset success story.
Part of the attraction of the area is the great connections to other places.
- Frome is 1.5 hours direct to London, Paddington by train.
- 2.5 hours to Cornwall
- 30 mins to Bath
- 1 hour to Bristol
- Weymouth for family seaside trips is just over an hour by direct train
The Area
Somerset is renowned for its natural beauty, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with countless opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring. Frome our nearest town, 7 minutes by car from Beckington, is a vibrant market town, providing a rich cultural scene with independent shops, restaurants, cafés, art galleries, and a thriving food market. It has a cinema, a live music venue, a hospital and 2 theatres. The beautifully quirky Catherine Hill and Cheap Street offer shops with a buzzing artisan feel. Frome boasts the highest number of Listed Buildings in a town in the area.
Beautiful Beckington village, despite its small size offers a cosy French cafe, an M&S and a great Farm shop.
How we support your move
At Springmead School, we understand relocation and offer a free relocation advice service for families settling into the area. Please get in touch with us to find out more.
We are flexible with timings to visit us to see the school and Nursery and all we offer, including virtual tours.
New families feel welcomed through social events and activities, connecting them with other parents to build lasting friendships. Class representatives arrange out-of-school meet-ups and family times at weekends and after school. There is always lots to join in with. Choosing Springmead School means joining a family, where your child will flourish - you'll feel instantly at home in the heart of Somerset.
We recommend visiting, staying in the area, to explore and find out how Frome, Springmead School and Little Crickets Nursery can make all the difference in your family's life.
These are places that our parents enjoy locally.
- The Newt - A country estate, hotel, spa, gardens and restaurants - an international destination
- Babington House - part of Soho House - their country estate
- The Rye Bakery in Frome - coffee, wine bar, pizzeria
- The Somerset Lavender Farm - a working farm with a cafe
- The High Pavement - in the heart of historic Frome - great tapas
- Farleigh Hungerford Castle and Nunney Castle
- Centerparcs - Longleat Estate
- Longleat Safari Park