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Review of
Yew Trees Nursery
from Stephanie T (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Yew tree have been amazing from the very start. Myself and my son found the first few weeks quite hard with drop offs and settling in but all the staff were very supportive. They are very informative about his daily interactions and progress. The app they use is great for this. B has now been going

to yew trees for 2 months and he absolutely loves it , he reaches out for the girls when he arrives and gets so excited when we head out to the car in the morning. To me that is a great sign as he has always been very sure about who he likes just from his body language. At the end of the day they are caring for the most precious thing in your life and I trust them wholeheartedly. Yew tree has been recommended to me countless times and I continue to recommend them to anyone that's looking for a nursery. Overall all the girls are so lovely, friendly and fun. They have endless activities for the babies and I love how much time they spend outside as we are a very outdoors family .

Reply from Catriona Smith, Manager at Yew Trees Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words with us. It means a great deal to our whole team to know that you and your child are happy…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Ailish S (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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I was initially very apprehensive about my babies starting nursery, I found it very stressful and was torn in two about what to do. I found the nursery very understanding and accommodating. In particular the manager of the nursery was very friendly, reassuring and kind towards me during this overwhelming

time. The babies have now settled extremely well, and the staff are all so warm, friendly and approachable. I have gotten to know them all in such a short space of time and this has provided reassurance and peace of mind. They use an app, and keep me completely up to date of how the babies are getting on and this has been a great platform of instant communication. Highly recommend the nursery, mainly because of all of the lovely staff working there.

Reply from Lisa Marchent, Manager at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you for your 5* review, it is fantastic to hear we were able to support not only your children but yourself in settling into the nursery environment. We acknowledge that when the families are…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from T M (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The staff at the Old Potting Shed, particularly the room leads, go above and beyond to help both the children and parents. They greet all the children with warmth, kindness and patience and help them work through any difficulties or big emotions they might be feeling. All stages of transition are done

sensitively and with the children's needs at the forefront.

Our youngest has allergies and the team are going above and beyond to ensure he is safe and enjoys his time.

I would wholeheartedly recommend the Old Potting Shed.

Reply from Lisa Marchent, Manager at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you for your review we really value all feedback, the teams work hard in each of the room to provide a positive secure environment for the children, and to support the parents carers where…read more

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from Katherine W (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter loves going to Stepping Stones, and staff provide loads of fun and educational activities for the children. The facilities are great, and staff are lovely. Access to the field and wooded area is a real bonus. Our daughter also enjoys the food.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-School

Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely 5*review of Stepping Stones. We are delighted that you are so happy with the setting. Best wishes
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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from H J (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The lovely staff have been fantastic at supporting my son's transition to Wooden House nursery. They have taken the time to get to know and understand him and he is happy at drop off and pick up. I know he is having a great day when there and is being well looked after. We love seeing the daily photos

and they are always up to something fun. They have a fantastic outdoor space as well, which is such a bonus. They support him in his development and help him in meeting his milestones, as well as keeping us up to date in how he's getting on! Thank you!

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House Nursery

Many thanks for your lovely review. One of the most important things is that children are happy when they are in our care, so it is good to hear that the photos we put out for parents to see reflect…read more

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from Emma E (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our 2.5-year-old absolutely loves Stepping Stones Nursery. The staff are warm, patient, and truly understand toddlers, making our child feel safe and happy every day. We've seen such growth in confidence and early learning, and the regular updates reassure us they're thriving. We couldn't recommend

Stepping Stones more highly!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-School

Thank you for your lovely review! It is so nice to hear that you are so happy with the care your child receives at Stepping Stones. The team are absolutely amazing and it is great that this is…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Liam W (Father of Child) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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As our son hit 3 years old it's great to see him building great relationships with the nursery staff and other children. His development has been helped by this nursery and especially its setting, in the countryside with lots of space to play and explore.

Reply from Lisa Marchent, Manager at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5* review, the team very much enjoy exploring the outdoor environment with the children and supporting their learning through nature. They take great pride in…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Edward O (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My child really enjoys going to nursery, he receives a friendly welcome in the morning and as many hugs as neccessary throughout the day. A wide range of activities help with his development and maintain engagement. Daily updates on the App and the debrief when collected in the afternoon keeps us

involved and reassured that he is having a good experience

Reply from Lisa Marchent, Manager at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you for your 5* feedback we are delighted to hear that your child enjoys nursery and the team keep you informed throughout their sessions whilst at nursery. The team work hard to ensure that…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from C S (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The staff are very caring, and our children really enjoy attending the nursery. We have two children who have attended from age 1. The staff really know our children and undertake a variety of activities. The outdoor spaces are lovely and the children go outside most days.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you very much for your 5* review. I am delighted that you feel the staff know your children really well. This is something that the team really pride themselves on! The most important thing to…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Daniela G (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our little girl has been attending since 1 year old and we have been more than happy with the setting and the care that they provide. The outside space is amazing, loads of resources inside and out for learning and development, and friendly staff. Extra events such as a sports day and parents play days

make it even more personal for parents. The app is well managed by all the team; always contactable and reply timely. Very grateful for the excellent preparation for school.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write a detailed 5* review of The Old Potting Shed Nursery. Parent feedback means so much to us and that it why we have really tried to develop opportunities for…read more

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from E W (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter has been at the Potting shed since she was 11 months and we felt that we were leaving her in safe hands from the start. The staff are caring and nurturing and she has had many opportunities to progress and develop in her time here. We especially love how much time is spent outdoors!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you very much for giving The Old Potting Shed Nursery such a lovely 5* review. We are delighted that you have had such a positive experience at the setting. We are very lucky with the amazing…read more

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Review of
Meadowside Preschool
from H G (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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It is such a friendly team at Meadowside that I genuinely feel comfortable leaving my child with them. They go above and beyond to make my child feel safe, comfortable and happy so much so that it is fair to say the staff meet and exceed any expectations you would have of a preschool. My little one

loves attending and asks me on a morning in an excited voice 'school day?' and I love watching how my child bonds with each and every staff member. I couldn't recommend Meadowside enough, so much so I've already enrolled my youngest to start the September after they turn 2!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool

Thank you so very much for taking the time to write such a detailed 5* review of Meadowside. The team are amazing and we are so proud of their passion and enthusiasm for the work they do. It is so…read more

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from S K (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The wooden house have been very good, setting sessions were good with good communication from the staff when handover and picking up child. You also get photos of what the cold has been doing throughout the child's day is a bonus.

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for the nursery. It is lovely to hear the value you have on the photos that we publish to the parents so they can see the activities and fun children…read more

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from C M (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter has been attending the nursery for just a month, and although she was a little unsettled at first, we've already seen such a positive change. The team have been really warm and supportive, helping her to feel comfortable at her own pace. She's now going in much happier and seems to be enjoying

her days more and more. We're grateful for the gentle care and reassurance they've given her during this big transition.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood Nursery

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a 5* review of your experience at Barley Wood Nursery so far. It is a pleasure to be able to help your daughter settle and its is lovely to see her…read more

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from Chelsea G (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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I honestly can't thank this nursery enough for what they've done and continue to do for my son. From the moment he started, it felt like everything finally clicked for him. The outdoor space is one of the things I love most about the setting-he absolutely thrives when he's outside, and seeing him so

free, happy, and himself in that environment makes mine and his day.

I was a little concerned about his speech but since joining he has come on leaps and bounds and I'm no longer concerned.
He's not always the easiest character, and I know he can be a real handful at times, but the way the staff handle him is amazing.

The excitement he shows to be going to nursery is priceless. The way he runs in with a smile, tells me everything I need to know. This nursery has given him confidence, joy, and a place where he truly belongs. I'm so grateful to the entire team for the love and care they show him. I can go about my day knowing he's in safe hands.
Thank you barley wood.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood Nursery

Thank you so very much for your detailed 5* review! It is a pleasure to look after your little boy and see him develop and thrive in the setting.
The team really do go over and above to try and…read more

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son came to Wooden House in July 2025 after having been at a previous nursery which he had loved. We were sad to move him but all the staff were brilliant in supporting us all with the transition particularly their fantastic manager who would check in regularly as he was struggling to settle.
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loves the activities they plan and the great space outdoors and has built a good relationship with the staff, especially his fantastic key worker who he adores.
I would highly recommend Wooden House. Some nurseries might look fancier or have more space/resources but this place is all about the people and I know my son is cared for, listened to and supported to grow and develop.
Thank you

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House Nursery

Thank you for your kind review. It is lovely to hear that we, as staff, have been able to support you and your son in the transition from another setting. I consider one of our greatest resources to…read more

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from K S (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son attends Barley Wood and I feel very lucky to have found this place as he settled so well and I believe that is largely down to the caring, kind and friendly team at Barley Wood. One of the key other reasons we chose this nursery was due to the grounds and I love knowing my son has been outside

exploring for much of the day. The staff are very dedicated and passionate about children's development and happiness.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood Nursery

Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a lovely 5* review of Barley Wood Nursery. I am delighted that you are so pleased with the care that your son receives within the setting. I…read more

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Review of
Yew Trees Nursery
from Jessica S (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Both my girls attend Yew Trees and we are blown away by how wonderful the facilities are available to the children and how caring and professional all of the staff are. Our kids love attending nursery and always have the most amazing time there.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Yew Trees Nursery

Thank you so much for taking time to leave us a 5*review. We are delighted that you are so happy with the service and care you and your children receive at Yew Trees. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Anna P (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My eldest has been at the nursery for 3 years now and my youngest has just started this year. I'm so grateful to have found such a nurturing nursery. The staff are lovely and caring, and both kids settled in well. There's a nice mix of play and learning activities, lots of outdoor play and we get regular

updates about what they've been up. It's a warm, welcoming place, and both my kids enjoy going each day. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at The Old Potting Shed Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5* review. We are very pleased that you are so happy at The Old Potting Shed and that you have had such a nurturing and positive experience. Lisa…read more

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from Matt W (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our two children, currently four and 18 months, both attend Barley Wood Nursery. It is located in a beautiful setting with various gardens, woodland and spacious rooms for activities. Our children have a great time at this nursery and have bonded well with the staff. The staff are fantastic with the

children and encourage really varied activities. The management are very welcoming and well organised. We feel very comfortable and happy with Barley Wood and would definitely recommend it!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood Nursery

Thank you so much for your 5* review of Barley Wood Nursery. We are delighted that you are so happy with your experience and that the children are doing so well. I will pass your feedback onto the…read more

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