YMCA Dulverton Group | 6 Day Nurseries

Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from John B (Father of Child) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our child likes going to Stepping Stones. They have made some great friends and comes home able to tell us what they have done for the day. They go to the early and late wrap around which works really well for us and our child. Recently they have been doing lots of seasonal things and performed Christmas

songs for parents, which our child loved doing. My wife was able to go but I wasn't, however videos were put up on the app for us to see which way really nice.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-SchoolThank you for your review of Stepping Stones. I am delighted that your child enjoys their time at the setting and they are keen to tell you all about the exciting things they have been up to during the day. Bridie and the team have loved showcasing the children's talents with their singing and performing over Christmas, so it is lovely that you were able to to see this and enjoy it on video. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Meadowside Preschool
from A K (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Really love this preschool, my son has only attended since November but he has come on leaps and bounds and is so much more confident. He is excited to go in every day and is excited to tell me everything he has been doing when I pick him up. All of the staff are so friendly and wonderful. It really

is a lovely place and I'm so happy for my son to be going there.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside PreschoolThank you for your review of Meadowside. We are delighted that you are so pleased with the service you receive and the care that your son gets at the setting. We are very proud of the Pre School and of the amazing team we have there. They are so passionate about the work they do and this really shows in the quality of provision they provide. I am delighted that this has been reflected in your experience. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from Harriet G (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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We are so glad we chose Wooden House for our daughter's nursery. The nursery has a lovely rural setting with amazing outside space for the children to play. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly and are incredibly attentive to all the children's needs. They very much work with the parents to

ensure that your child's needs are met. My daughter struggled when she first started at nursery as she was very shy and introverted around people she didn't know or in unfamiliar environments. The staff were amazing at helping her to settle into nursery and within just two weeks, we'd already noticed a big difference. A few months on, and she has blossomed. She has so much more confidence now and loves interacting with new people. We've even had family remark on the change and we feel that Wooden House has played a big part in this. The app is great and it's lovely to see the activities that they plan for the children. They also spend a lot of time outdoors which I love.

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House NurseryMany thanks for your kind review. It has been lovely to see how your daughter has progressed and grown in confidence. It is so valuable to have good relations and communication with parents so we can work together on processes such as settling in and I think that this has been key for your daughter.

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Review of
Meadowside Preschool
from E D (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My little boy has been going here since last September and we love it. The staff are amazing, all of them are attentive, kind and patient. Information sharing is amazing, we get so much information about his day, both at the gate and through the communication app. Activities seem varied, including lots

of outdoor play, scavenger hunting, sports and exploring. Indoor play often includes structured learning like numbers, letters, and healthy foods. I like the support with teeth cleaning at the moment. But also lots of fun, with dancing and music. We love it, can stress enough how kind and supportive the staff are.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside PreschoolThank you so much for leaving such a detailed 5* review of Meadowside. We are delighted that you are so happy with the setting and the care your son receives. Your review will support other families who are looking for childcare in the area and I know the team also really appreciate being acknowledged for all their dedication to the families we serve. We are very proud of the setting and the team work so hard to ensure all the children feel valued, safe and thrive within our care. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from Victoria G (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Both my children have had a wonderful experience at Barleywood. The staff are so nurturing and kind, and the children spend so much of their time outside in the most beautiful environment.
Both my children have really thrived here over the years and we are so happy to have found it

Reply from sophie pearce, Manager at Barley Wood NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that both of your children have had such a positive experience at Barley Wood. Our team work incredibly hard to provide a nurturing, caring environment, and it's wonderful to hear that this has helped your children thrive. We're also proud of the beautiful outdoor spaces we're able to offer and how much the children enjoy learning and exploring outside. Thank you for being part of our Barley Wood family! It truly means a lot to us

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from Suzi B (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our son loves being outdoors, so the rural setting and amazing outside space at Wooden House were what first drew us in and really sets them apart from other nurseries in and around Tiverton. The staff are so friendly and caring, and we love getting regular updates through the app each day.
Having previously

had a childminder and after relocating, this was a big change for our 2 year old - he sometimes finds drop-offs hard, but the team have been brilliant at helping him (and us!) through this. We know he's happy there and really enjoys his days. His communication skills have also come on so much since starting 4 months ago too. We're really glad we chose Wooden House.

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House NurseryThank you for taking the time to complete a review. We are very lucky with our outside space and it is somewhere the children like to spend a lot of their time. I am glad that we have been able to support you as a family as part of the settling in process. We know how difficult it can be for everyone to change settings so it is important to us that we consider the whole family in this process.

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from K P (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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We can't say enough about how good wooden house has been for both of are children especially are boy. He started nursery really upset and unsettled but now he will happily run in and enjoy himself. They support both our children when they had to adjust to having a new brother at home. There so welcoming

and nothing seem to be a problem. The outside space is brilliant especially when you've got children who love going outside also the new room set ups are outstanding. They've made the whole nursery experience a lot more easier especially with all the updates throughout the day, it feels like an extension to our family.

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House NurseryThank you for your lovely review. It is great to hear how we have been able to help your son in particular settle especially as he found it difficult to leave you initially. I am pleased to hear how you like the new room and with access straight onto the garden it has been very popular with the children.

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Review of
Meadowside Preschool
from Andrew P (Father of Child) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Since coming back from Christmas break our daughter has settled back in and is loving her time! The activities and fun they have makes not being with her easier to cope with! The team are amazing and I'm so grateful to them for their care and the fun they provide!!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside PreschoolThank you very much for your 5* review and for your feedback on Meadowside. We are glad that your daughter is enjoying her time at the setting so much and thank you for recognising how amazing the team are!! They will appreciate your review. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from Lloyd R (Father of Child) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our little one has flourished at BarleyWood in such a short time. Even at just one year old, she has been encouraged to explore, play, and engage with the world around her in such a safe and nurturing environment. Every day she comes home happy and full of excitement from the adventures she's had outdoors

and the new things she's experienced.

The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, always supporting her development while allowing her to discover at her own pace. It's amazing to watch her curiosity, confidence, and joy grow so quickly. We feel so grateful for the loving and inspiring environment Barley Wood provides for our little one.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood NurseryThank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely 5* review of Barley Wood! We are delighted that your daughter has settled so well and that you are so pleased with the care she is receiving. We are very proud of our amazing staff team and for all the innovative ways they make sure the children learn, develop and thrive whilst in our care. Its great to hear that this is reflected in your experience of the setting. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Wooden House Nursery
from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our son started at Wooden House when he was 11 months old, and now at 2 years old he has thrived in their care.
The team have always made us feel welcomed and reassured. They take the time to understand our childs needs and personality, and it's clear how much they genuinely care. We can see how much

he enjoys his time there through the learning, play and relationships he's built.
As parents, we've always felt informed and supported. Nursery staff are approachable, open and happy to talk about his day or answer any questions. We would recommend Wooden House to any family looking for a nurturing and supportive childcare setting.

Reply from Caroline Taplin, Manager at Wooden House NurseryThank you for your kind review. I am really pleased to hear that you are receiving good feedback from our staff and that they are available for you to talk to. Good relationships with parents are an important part of what we do to help and help to support each child's holistic development both at home and in the setting.

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from C S (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son has been with stepping stones since November and he's development has come on incredible amounts. The staff are all so lovely and welcoming, I couldn't of placed my son in a better pre school and my second son will definitely be attending here in the future too :)

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-SchoolThat's so lovely to hear, thank you. Your feedback means a lot to us and we recognise how daunting it can be to choose the right childcare. This is why the the team go over and above to ensure each child is treated as an individual where their development is supported effectively and where they can feel safe and nurtured. Thank you for your recommendation and I am delighted that you are proud of your childcare choice! Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from A C (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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High quality nursery. Great facilities, lovely staff and my son always comes home happy! Its safe and learning enriching. He loves his routine and sharing with others. I would highly recommend to everyone.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-SchoolThank you for your high recommendation of Stepping Stones! We are delighted that you are so happy with the facilities and the staff team....we agree, both are amazing and we are very proud of them. The team work hard to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child is valued and has a sense of belonging. It is great that this is reflected in your experience of the setting. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from A K (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our son has excelled in Stepping Stones Nursery he has made so many friends, his speech has continued to grow exponentially whilst he has been going to nursery his confidence is sky high and we feel he is safe and in a lovely environment when he is there. Very happy.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-SchoolThank you so much for leaving a 5* review of Stepping Stones and we are delighted that you are so happy with the setting and the progress your son is making with us! Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Stepping Stones Pre-School
from O M (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son is always excited to go to pre-school! And they have such lovely staff, and great activities for the children to do! The only gripe I have is the fact we can't choose to have packed lunch, would be nice for the option as sometimes I can see where my child has hardly eaten anything as he's not

keen on it, where if he'd had lunch that day he would have eaten more!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Stepping Stones Pre-SchoolThank you very much for taking time to leave a 5* review of Stepping Stones.
We appreciate your feedback on the meals, and understand that as a newly implemented benefit to the children at Stepping Stones, it may take a little time for some children to become used to having a hot meal at the setting.
We are very proud of our catering offer and know the positive impact having wholesome, freshly cooked, nutritionally balanced meals that are prepared fresh each day has on the children's physical and emotional wellbeing. Mealtimes for us are more than just food, they are an opportunity for children to develop independence skills and life long healthy habits. We also see the social benefits to children coming together to eat cooked food that expose them to a rich variety of flavours and textures. Please do speak with Bridie should you have any questions or feel that there is anything that we can support you with further. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
The Old Potting Shed Nursery
from Z R (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter has struggled to settle having transitioned from another nursery and the staff have been great at trying to help her settle and make friends. Also have a friendly greeting at any handover.

Reply from Lisa Marchent, Manager at The Old Potting Shed NurseryThank you for your review, we really appreciate the feedback. The team work hard to make all our children feel welcomed and settled at the setting using a number of strategies to support those who find that initial separation a little tricky. We are pleased to hear that you get a positive handover at both ends of the day as this is important to support you as a family to know what is happening for your little one whilst in nursery.
Best wishes
Lisa

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Review of
Yew Trees Nursery
from D U (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter absolutely loves Yew Trees. The outdoor space is fantastic, and the staff truly nurture her passion for nature and exploration. She has a wonderful bond with her key worker, who is incredibly kind, caring, and attentive to each child's individual needs. We feel she takes the time to genuinely

get to know the children and supports them in recognising and understanding their emotions. Our daughter feels completely comfortable and secure in this setting; she trusts the carers and is confident enough to talk openly about how she feels. She often tells us about her day and how much she has enjoyed it.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Yew Trees NurseryThank you very much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of Yew Trees Nursery. We agree, our outdoor areas are second to non and this enables us to offer such a unique experience for the children in our care. We are delighted that your daughter is so happy in the setting and we are able to work with you to promote her confidence, understand the power of her voice and ensure she has such a positive experience in her early education. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Yew Trees Nursery
from C S (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our children absolutely love attending Yew Trees. The staff are so friendly and communication is excellent. The outdoor space is fantastic and there are always a range of fun and engaging activities planned for the children. 100% would recommend!

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Yew Trees NurseryThank you so much for your 5* recommendation of Yew Trees Nursery! It really is an amazing nursery and we are incredibly proud of our facilities and the team who make the magic happen each and every day! Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from R O (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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We're really happy with the care our two toddlers receive at this nursery. The staff are kind, patient, and clearly care about the children. Both of our toddlers have settled in so well and are always happy to go in, which says a lot. There's a great range of activities each day, and we've noticed real

progress in their confidence, communication, and social skills. The nursery feels safe, welcoming, and well organised, and the staff keep us well informed. We feel very comfortable leaving our children here and would happily recommend the nursery to other parents.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood NurseryThank you very much for leaving a 5* review of Barley Wood Nursery. It is such a pleasure to be a part of each child's journey and our staff know what a privilege it is to be in a position to influence their learning and education experience from from such a young age.
We are delighted that you are so happy with the care your children receive with us and thank you for your recommendation. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from G A (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Barley wood is such a special place for children and the staff go above and beyond. All three of my children have attended and we wouldn't choose anywhere else.
The outside space available is outstanding; from visiting the fishpond, to the cows or exploring the woods there is so much to do!
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care provided is exceptional, nothing is too much trouble and children's have a wonderful time when there with lots of activities and experiences.
Additionally they were able to support daughter number two with her 1:1 medical needs to a high standard, with excellent communication and dedication to all the training required.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood NurseryThank you so much for taking the time to write a detailed 5* review of the setting. We really are incredibly proud of our facilities, outdoor environment and most importantly, our staff team! We agree, Barley Wood Nursery really is such a special place and the staff will be so grateful to hear that you view the care they provide as exceptional. They really do care about the education they provide and are so passionate about creating a place where children can belong and thrive. Best wishes Natalie

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Review of
Barley Wood Nursery
from Natasha J (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Both my daughters have been to barley wood and love it. The staff are incredible & take such good care of the children, helping them develop in every area. Both my children are always excited to go and sometimes are gutted when they have to go home because they love it there so much.

Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Barley Wood NurseryThank you for your 5* review of Barley Wood Nursery. It is so lovely to hear how happy you all are with the care and service you get from the setting and team. It is really helpful for prospective parents to hear how much our setting is valued by existing families and the staff really appreciate the feedback after all their hard work and effort in making it such a positive environment for children to grow and develop. Best wishes Natalie

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Stepping Stones Pre-School

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Wooden House Nursery

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Barley Wood Nursery

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Stepping Stones Pre-School

Stepping Stones Pre-School

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