"Nursery Days has been a home away from home for our precious boy Ari.
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Nursery Days is fully and beautifully refurbished and now has large natural playgrounds.
It is based within the grounds of The Old School in the rural village of Upchurch close to Rainham, ... Read more
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from Stacey M (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, wonderful staff and fantastic provisions for the children. They offer a wide variety of activities and trips for the children which they get so much out of. Cannot recommend enough.!!
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, we are so pleased to hear this and we know how much your child enjoys the provisions offered to them:
from Heena P (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Nursery Days has been a home away from home for our precious boy Ari.
As any parent will know, finding the right nursery for your child is the hardest decision you'll ever make. Our son, has attended the nursery since shortly after his 1st birthday. He has excelled in all areas of his development and
personality through the love, kindness and nurture which the whole team provide, daily and most importantly consistently. He adores each and everyone of you.
As an early years teacher, the provision at Nursery Days is outstanding. I don't think we've ever seen two days the same. One day they are cooking or at the orchards, the other they are at the beach or the library. The learning and opportunities provided blow my mind. It is the only setting that I've come across which is so broad and balanced. This is communicated thoroughly with us parents, through Tapestry, which we all live for.
We know we've made the best decision as we've never had a reason to complain.
Thank you all.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysWe are so proud to provide care for your son and it's lovely to know how at home he feels. We know how much he loves taking part in all our enhanced provisions and being part of the Nursery Days family.
from Dan T (Stepfather of Child) published on 12 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery caring and loving staff and so helpful with all needs it's so nice to see our little girl more comfortable and well looked after always comes home with a smile on her face wouldn't recommend anywhere else
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's been lovely to be part of your little girls early years journey and to see how settled she is now and enjoying each day.
from H A (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My two-year-old twin girls are currently at Nursery Days and they are doing amazingly and loving every minute of it thanks to the staff there.
The girls have a fantastic relationship with their key workers and can't wait to come home every day to tell me about all the fun they've had at the Orchard,
cooking club, day trips that they might have been on and all the singing and dancing.
I knew Nursery Days was the nursery for my girls as my son was there three years ago and it was fantastic then I can honestly say it just keeps getting better and better.
Thank you, Nursery Days for taking such amazing care of my children.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's been great to welcome your family back to nursery days. We know how well they've settled and enjoy everyday they are with us. We are glad to be part of both the children's early years.
from Benjamin P (Father of Child) published on 14 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We are so happy with Nursery Days and the care our twin girls receive. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in each child as an individual. The environment is stimulating and welcoming, and our girls are always excited to go in and come home happy and confident. Communication is excellent,
and we have complete peace of mind. We would highly recommend Nursery Days to any parent.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's so lovely to hear this and know how happy the girls are at nursery. It's our pleasure to have them with us.
from Sam N (Father of Child) published on 27 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending nursery days now for just over a year. He has absolutely loved his time there.
All the team in Squirrels are absolutely amazing and put everything into caring for the children.
As my son Harry is now due to move up to Bluebirds I wanted to say a special thanks to my son's
key worker Emily. She really has been an absolute blessing and has made us feel so at ease leaving him, which we never thought would be an easy thing to do. Quickly we realised he was in the safest hands and we know she cared for him just as much as we do.
I know from speaking to others it's not an easy task finding a nursery as amazing as Nursery Days! They go above and beyond and offer so much more than other nurseries.
I felt so emotional that he is moving up and that's genuinely because of the lovely bond he has built with Emily his key worker and all the other members of staff in Squirrels.
To everyone at Nursery Days thank you for all that you do. We are beyond grateful!
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you for your very kind words about the nursery and the team. We are pleased to hear your son had such a lovely start to nursery life and made such strong bonds with his key person and the room staff.
from Jack T (Father of Child) published on 21 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son started nursery here 6 months ago and my wife and I have nothing but positive things to say about Nursery Days. Our son is always smiling when we drop him at the door and we know he is well looked after by the wonderful staff. The facilities and provisions are excellent, with a large emphasis
on exploration and being outdoors. Our son is thriving here and we are very happy with his nursery experience.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's our pleasure to care for your son and seeing his smiley face on arrival. We know how much he loves to explore and especially loves his outings.
from Jacqueline S (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
As a grandparent of a three year old at this nursery I am more than impressed with the variety of activities that are afforded to the children. They are fortunate to have plenty of access to outdoor activities in the orchard and are fully encouraged to be at one with nature. They are encouraged to
be kind and considerate when it comes to caring for animals and each other along with being allowed space to explore and learn in a most unique fashion that is second to none, picking up skills in an appealing and exciting way without even realising they are doing so which significantly helps to improve their dexterity, concentration, focus and attention to detail. I am so happy in the knowledge that my grandchild is receiving the best possible pre school foundation and I would thoroughly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, this was lovely to read and to read how much your Grandchild loves their outdoor learning at the orchard and getting involved in all our enhanced provisions.
from Adam L (Father of Child) published on 17 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had a fantatsic expereince for 2.5 yeras since our eldest joined the nursery. Our two children love attending, have learnt so much, and have a great time every day.
They have made brilliant progress, supported by the team of dedicated staff, who have been amazing throughout our time.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysIt's lovely to have both the children at nursery and be part of their early years, they've settled in well. Thank you for your kind words about the staff.
from S B (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Nursery days has been the best for my little boy . Since starting at 3 months there has been so much support . He has always been so happy to go in and so happy coming out with big smiles on his face . The support from staff has been amazing and the feedback at the end of the day has also been amazing
. The feedback when picking up has been so good and very detailed on what his eaten and what his been up to . He loves the bus going on adventure which I think is amazing and also the orchard which he loves as he loves outdoors .
It's so nice now he is talking as when he comes home all he talks about is how much fun his had .
I will highly recommend nursery days as I feel that the care and support for each child is amazing . So thankyou nursery days
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysIt's been our pleasure to be part of your son's early years and watch him grow and build friendships.
from Brittany D (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I cannot explain to you how well Nursery's Day are! The care, loving and commitment they put into the children is above and beyond. My little girl has been the happiest I've ever seen her since she's been a at this nursery. The chats we have on our way home about her days at Nursery's Days are honestly
just so enjoyable to listen to so god knows how she feels. Her vocabulary has become so much stronger and the support the staff have gave my child to become more independent I can't thank them enough. I would 100% recommend this nursery, I don't even live close to this nursery and I'm happy to travel here.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's our pleasure to be part of your daughters early years and it's lovely to hear how happy she is at Nursery Days.
from L W (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child has attended nursery days since she was 9 months old.
She joined during COVID but they were the only nursery who went above and beyond in affording me access to the space and nursery workers in a Covid safe way. They understood how hard it would be for parent to leave their baby without seeing
the space and meeting staff.
The location and facilities are awesome, including the orchard and animals including donkeys. The children get to learn in nature and be free of all the technological noise of our age.
Now my little girl is about to start school and the staff there feel like trusted family members who show my daughter so much love and empathy.
I wish she could continue her learning journey" there in the acres of orchard they have and with the staff who genuinely love their job and bond so well with the children.
If you want your child to have an outdoorsy type of childhood with experienced and nurturing g staff then this is the best nursery by a country mile.
Thank you
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's lovely to hear how much your daughter has thrived at nursery and that she is prepared and ready for her journey onto primary school. We know how much she loved the farm school and was always a keen learner.
from Sam S (Father of Child) published on 15 August 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Nursery Days since the age of 10 months (currently 3/4 years) and we cannot talk highly enough of our experience. The staff in all 3 classes have been amazing with the kids and equally helpful and approachable for us parents. A major selling point for us was the access
to outdoor spaces/activities and our children have absolutely loved it. Come rain or shine they spend at least half the day outside. In summary, our children have skipped into nursery every day and we have always felt great comfort that they are safe, happy and learning. Valuable skills!
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, we know how much the children adore nursery and it's been amazing to care for both of them. We know how much they enjoy the orchard and all the outings on the minibus.
from T H (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery would 100% recommend to everyone
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's our pleasure to care for your daughter and we know how much she adores all the outdoor learning, especially the donkeys.
from Sophie R (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending nursery days for 7 months now. The care, love, kindness and fun she has been shown and given is incredible. Her keyworker always goes above and beyond to support her. The bond they have is indescribable. I am so grateful for all she does for my daughter.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you for your kind words, it's lovely to be part of your daughter's early years and we are so pleased to hear how well she has bonded with her key person.
from Craig B (Father of Child) published on 2 May 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff. Our children love this nursery. They do a wide range of activities and are always up to something. They come home messy, smiling and tired lol. Rain, snow or sun they go outside and enjoy what nature has to offer.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you for your kind words, we do love to explore and have fun whatever the weather. It's our pleasure to care for your children at Nursery Days.
from Kay S (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My children absolutely loved and love going to Nursery days. The days are jam packed with so much fun and learning. I really like that they get to go out on local trips on the mini bus, they also spend a lot of time at the orchard where they play, sing and interact with the animals. The children are
excited to go to nursery and at the end of the day they have lots of stories to tell me. I wouldn't send my children anywhere else, the staff are all amazing, caring, supportive and friendly. This is the best nursery by far!
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, we are pleased to know how much the children enjoy their time at nursery and the adventures we have on the minibus, as well as enjoying lots of outdoor learning.
from Brian O (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My second son now attends Nursery Days and although we were always impressed and incredibly happy when our first son attended, the development and dedication of the staff to move forward and offer so much has blown us away. Whilst we are at work it's awesome to know our boy isn't just getting looked
after but is having a brilliant time.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's been a pleasure to care for your children and be part of their early years journey at Nursery Days.
from Emma N (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We couldn't praise all the staff at Nursery Days enough. Our little boy is thriving and loves all the staff here. We are so extremely grateful for the way they take care of our son. We cannot thank them enough.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's our pleasure to care for your son and watch him grow and develop each week at nursery.
from Bethany L (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We are so happy with Nursery Days. My daughter has settled in so well with the amazing staff and varied day with lots of activities.
Reply from Amy Brookman, Manager at Nursery DaysThank you, it's been a pleasure watching your daughter settle in so well and we look forward to caring for her throughout the nursery.
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