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Acorns Henbury Hill is a charming listed building, which has impressive gardens and views that stretch for miles across the Bristol Channel. With plenty of open space this Forest School site is an ... Read more
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Acorns Nurseries Ltd Reviews in Bristol (56)
9.7
Acorns Nurseries Ltd has a Group Review Score of 9.7 (9.738) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Acorns Nurseries Ltd must have a Review Score.
from Megan E (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Acorns Henbury Hill is a fantastic nursery - as an anxious first time mum I was very apprehensive about sending my daughter anywhere but from the very beginning, all of the staff made me feel so at ease, and most importantly made my daughter comfortable and welcome. She is ALWAYS happy to go to nursery
and talks about her friends and the staff looking after her with such fondness and excitement. The range of activities offered have nurtured her development and the team always give updates on how her day has been as well as ways we can support her at home. I can't fault any of the team at Acorns and despite moving further away, we haven't moved our daughters nursery as we're so happy with the care provided here!
from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son (3yrs) and daughter (1yrs) attend Acorns. We have always been very happy there. Both settled in well. Despite being a big nursery they show such care and attention to each child's personality. The preschool activities and facilities are exceptional. Especially the forest school. They organise
events for the children like a Christmas concert.
Reply from Siobhan Reynolds, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
from R C (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Acorns is a wonderful nursery which offers plenty of outdoor space for the children to learn and grow. The staff are compassionate, friendly and caring, who go above and beyond every day to make sure a day at Acorns is one of fun, curiosity and kindness. The food the children have is brilliant. Acorns
isn't the closest nursery to us geographically but we feel it's worth the extra travel because of the experience our children have there.
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolSuch a wonderful review, thank you so much for taking the time to write it.
from Emer P (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Very happy with our son's care in nursery. The staff looking after him are lovely and he likes his key workers, they have a great freshly-cooked menu everyday, and lots of fun and creative activities for the children everyday. They have helped with his development in different ways too. They have a
fabulous outdoor garden which our little nature lover adores.
Reply from Siobhan Reynolds, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from I G (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We are so happy we found this amazing nursery in Bristol. Our son joined in March 2024 and from the very beginning the staff were incredibly supportive, kind and professional. I am always in awe of the activities they come up with for the children and am never worried to leave him in their care. Thank
you so much to everyone at Acorns for all that you do.
Reply from Siobhan Reynolds, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from E P (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been very happy at Acorns over the last 6 months. I was apprehensive about the size as my son attended a very small family run nursery but I shouldn't have been worried! The staff are brilliant, so attentive and caring, and even though it is big it has a very personalised and cosy atmosphere.
They have plenty of very longstanding staff members and it is very well organised. Highly recommended!
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from G O (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff and nursery. They helped my daughter settle in so quickly and really meet all her needs. She loves her days at nursery and everyday does lots of different activities like playing in the garden, painting, sensory sessions and music. Couldn't be happier with the nursery.
Reply from Siobhan Reynolds, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolSuch a lovely review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it.
from A R (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Great nursery all around. The staff are very attentive and caring. Both of my children attended this nursery, and I never considered any other. The children are well supported in their development. The building and the garden are amazing - I don't know any other nursery that can boast such a setting.
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from M G (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We've had a really positive experience with this nursery so far. The environment is always clean, well organised and feels very welcoming for children. There are lots of engaging activities planned throughout the day, which keeps the children stimulated and learning through play.
The staff are friendly
and attentive, and it's clear they genuinely care about the children in their care. It gives me peace of mind knowing my daughter is in a safe and nurturing environment where she can explore, learn and have fun. Overall, I'm very happy with the nursery and I have recommend it to other parents.
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from D G (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our daughter absolutely loves coming to this nursery. The staff are always so friendly, welcoming, and clearly care a lot about the children. It's lovely to see how happy and comfortable she is there each day.
The outdoor space is fantastic and gives the children plenty of room to play, explore, and
enjoy being outside. It's clear that a lot of thought has gone into creating a fun and safe environment for them.
We're really pleased with the care she receives and would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents.
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolSuch a lovely review, the staff will be so pleased to read this. Thank you!
from Rebecca H (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child started here in December and immediately I felt at home at Acorns (Henbury).
The managers & staff that generally greet us at the door - particularly Mary, Natalie and Kristy - are so warm to both me and my child and I know he's in good hands.
Lots of my friends send their children here
too and all have the same experience.
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review.
from R C (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The staff at Acorns is more like a family to me. Each individual person makes a clear effort to connect with the children, each other and you as a parent. I personally enjoyed getting to know them during pick ups and drop offs and I always got a positive, engaged and switched-on attitude from everyone.
There can be changes, observations and or questions that as a nervous mum one wants to make and the managers have always been there to discuss and make adjustments happen and or explain the context. My daughter was at Acorns since she was 11 months old until she was 3 years and a couple of months - and if we were not moving countries she would've stayed until preschool. I miss the staff, the smiles, the stories they would tell me of my daughters day and personality. They make Acorns a wonderful place. Special shoutouts to Natalie, Siobhan, Kristy, Mary, Lauren, Violeta, Manhar, Tracy, Ruby, Aneesha, Chloe, Savannah, Charlie, Leanne, the gardeners and the fruit delivery guy!!!
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review, it will mean the world to all the staff.
from Kim N (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Acorns Nursery Henbury Hill.
Our son joined in February 2024 and moved to full time in August. From the very beginning, the team were incredibly understanding when we had to delay his official start date due to illness. That compassion and flexibility
set the tone for everything that followed.
The staff are kind, supportive, highly skilled, and clearly experts in early years care and development. The activities are thoughtful, engaging, and genuinely lovely. The meals seem wholesome and nutritious.
Most importantly, our son absolutely loves his time there. He is happy, stimulated, and thriving. We never have any worries about the standard of care.
The culture, policies, and facilities are all excellent. The nursery has genuinely exceeded our expectations of what childcare can look like, and we feel very lucky to have them as part of our our support network.
Thank you to the whole team for everything you do!
Reply from Natalie Joint, Nursery Manager at Acorns Henbury Hill, BristolThank you for taking the time to write such a positive review, it means so much to the team.
from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2024
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We are really impressed by Acorns Henbury Hill and its friendly and supportive staff. Our little boy really enjoys his days at Acorns and has always done something fun. There's a variety of activities that have supported his development, and I feel safe in the knowledge that he is well taken care of.
I feel like the staff at Acorns really care about our son and his well-being. I would highly recommend Acorns Henbury Hill.
from William B (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2024
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Acorns Henbury Hill is a fantastic nursery with caring staff, attentive managers and great facilities. The grounds are lovely with an exciting development with the new forest school site. My children love coming to nursery and all my concerns are heard and actioned.
from Lucy W (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly, helpful and open. My daughter is always excited to see them when I drop her off. They have a great building with lots of outdoor space and they always make an effort to come up with new and seasonal activities for the children to do. I feel they make a real effort to involve
parents with daily updates, regular parent evenings and stay and play sessions.
from Chris B (Father of Child) published on 24 April 2023
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our son has been with Acorns Henbury Hill for nearly two years and it's the most wonderful place. The staff are absolutely lovely and our little guy adores them. The site is wonderful, large and airy and there is tons of outdoor space. They are out in the gardens in all weathers and there is so much
to do. We used a different nursery for our first child and that was pretty good, but Acorns has been another level. The combination of the staff, environment, site and effort everyone there makes. We couldn't recommend it highly enough.
from Alexandra L (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2023
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Acorns. Aware of what other nurseries offer and appreciate the variety of experiences available to the children. Great debriefs at the end of each day and feel like the staff really care. Thank you.
from R C (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2023
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Friendly staff who always have a smile on their face. Know all the kiddo's names. Personalised service. Very happy. A wide range of activities is offered to the kiddos. My only wish is that they spent more time outside, hopefully, they will now the weather is getting brighter.
from Agnieszka J (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2023
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
All the staff are lovely and friendly, creating a great atmosphere. There are always lots of activities happening that help with development. My son loves it.
We always get a detailed debrief of every day. It's a great nursery.
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