9.6
Group Review Score
(the average from all locations with a review score)
Day Nurseries Owned by RAFA Kidz
RAFA Kidz is a charity supporting the Royal Air Forces family by delivering affordable and nurturing early years childcare. Each of RAFA's settings offers a welcome and secure environment along with fun and educational activities.
RAFA Kidz is a not-for-profit trading subsidiary of the RAF Association and focuses on providing the children and their families with the best possible service.
All additional income is invested back into the nurseries to ensure staff are knowledgeable and the children have access to excellent resources.
"Great experience at RAFA Kidz in Longhoughton. My daughter has been going here for over a year now and has come on so much in her…"
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40 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFAKidz Boulmer, located very close to station at RAF Boulmer, offers childcare for children aged 0 to 5 years. The nursery serves military personnel and families and the local community.
The ... Read more
Type of Nursery
Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care
RAFA Kidz Digby
RAF Digby, Ashby De Le Launde, Digby, Lincoln LN4 3LH
"Both of my children absolutely love attending this nursery, and they have formed such strong bonds with their key workers. They are in…"
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80 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Digby offers children a nurturing environment where education is mixed with fun activities to ensure high quality childcare.
Each child is assigned a key person who keeps close contact ... Read more
"Our daughter has attended since she was almost 6 months old. We absolutely love everything and she is thriving. Her development and…"
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68 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Valley offers high quality childcare and early years education to children from the age of three months up to the age of five.
The nursery cares for children from RAF Valley as well as ... Read more
"Friendly, warm, interesting and varied days for the children! The additional events, eg Halloween stay and play, and remembrance talks are…"
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114 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Abbey Wood is located very near MOD Abbey Wood. It is a charity supporting the RAF community, providing affordable, good quality childcare.
Staff at RAFA offer children an experience ... Read more
"Love love the nursery, the staff are amazing, the out door area is fantastic and the rooms are spacious and well set out, lots of updates…"
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94 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Wyton is a warm and welcoming environment where learning and fun go hand in hand, ensuring high-quality childcare for all.
Each child has a key person who regularly communicates with ... Read more
"All the staff at RAFA Kidz Wittering are friendly and polite. They helped us settle in nicely and gave my child the adequate space and…"
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106 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
Welcome to RafaKidz Wittering, a 99 place setting, open 51 weeks per year, catering for both Military and Civilian families. At RafaKidz Wittering little ones can experience a nurturing, warm and ... Read more
"Excellent nursery, which both my children have attended. Staff are very friendly and show great interest in the children. The children…"
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55 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
Royal Air Forces Association charity created RAFA Kidz to provide superb childcare in the historic village of Odiham, Hampshire, home to the RAF Odiham base.
The nursery team work in partnership ... Read more
"This review is for the last 2 years where my child has been attending the setting.
The team across the board are fantastic, they have been…"
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75 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Boscombe Down in Salisbury provides excellent childcare for children aged 4 months to 5 years old.
Situated close to MOD Boscombe Down, trained, early years staff support the children of ... Read more
"RAFA Kidz is a friendly, safe space for babies and young children to grow and develop all the while involving parents; keeping us up to…"
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98 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Cosford near Albrighton Village, Wolverhampton provides childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years old.
Situated close to RAF Cosford, trained early years staff support the ... Read more
"Our daughter has been attending this nursery since she was just six months old, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best…"
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103 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is conveniently located in Carterton, close by to camp as well as surrounding family accommodation.
Inside the nursery there are five different rooms, catering to children ... Read more
"We have had a wonderful experience with our 1 year old boy at RAFA Kids. The kindness, care and professionalism of the team goes above and…"
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53 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Medmenham in Marlow is located 13 miles away from RAF High Wycombe.
Trained, experienced nursery staff give children the skills to become confident, resilient, happy and keen to ... Read more
"My son loves coming to nursery, the staff are all amazing with him, and he has learned so much. He often comes home singing the songs he's…"
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60 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFAKidz Shawbury is a nursery in Shrewsbury that meets the needs of RAF Military and Civilian families around RAF Shawbury.
Located on station at RAF Shawbury, they are proud to serve military ... Read more
"Very lucky that my daughter attends this nursery. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. They have fantastic activities, and menu is…"
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50 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Honington was opened in June 2024 and is a purpose built building on one level just outside of the RAF Honington base. The setting offers affordable quality childcare with discount to ... Read more
"Since my son began at RAFA Kidz High Wycombe he has come on leaps and bounds. His improvement in his speech and communication is especially…"
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80 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFAKidz High Wycombe nursery is based at RAF High Wycombe, serving military personnel and families and the local community.
Trained, experienced nursery staff give children the skills to become ... Read more
"My grandson loves coming to nursery and he has made great relationships with the wonderful, kind and smiling staff team. They have helped…"
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37 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Worthy Down is located at MOD Worthy Down and offers childcare to military personnel and their families and the local community.
The nursery has two bespoke rooms designed for a range of ... Read more
"RAFA Kidz Walters Ash is like a family. My twins go in without even looking back because they love their nursery so much. I know that when…"
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44 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz Walters Ash is located very close to the station RAF High Wycombe.
Trained, experienced nursery staff give children the skills to become confident, resilient, happy and keen to ... Read more
"We absolutely love this nursery. My daughter has thrived in terms of confidence, speech and how she eats, and you can really see how much…"
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121 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz is run by a charity to meet the needs of military and civilian families living around an RAF station by offering affordable childcare.
Its nurseries are located across the country on or ... Read more
"I can't fault Cranwell RafaKidz. The staff are brilliant and clearly really care about the children and their development. There always…"
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112 Places
Location Type
Day Nursery
RAFA Kidz is based at RAF Cranwell in Lincolnshire. The facility was funded by the RAF Benevolent Fund and was purpose-built in 2005.
They provide affordable quality childcare and education in a ... Read more
RAFAKidz Benson provides high-quality childcare for children aged from six months old. Conveniently located on station at RAF Benson, they support military families and the wider local ... Read more
Type of Nursery
Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
RAFA Kidz Reviews (458)
9.6
RAFA Kidz has a Group Review Score of 9.6 (9.594) 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 RAFA Kidz must have a Review Score.
from Anna P (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Amazing little nursery. My little boy has been going since sept 2025 and he loves it. All the staff are brilliant and always fantastic with my son. He goes in very happy and comes out very happy. I love the updates throughout the day. Couldn't recommend them more.
from Keelan M (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The girls at Rafa Kidz Boulmer have created such a loving, safe and nurturing environment, for all children that attend their center. The staff take time to learn each child as an individual and to create strong bonds. My daughter talks about her key workers on a daily basis, even refusing to let me
do her hair and will wait for the staff at nursery to do it for her. The learning through play environment is carefully thought through, to ensure all children are able to access age appropriate activities. My daughter is thriving and is safe in this setting, by reading her body language and communicate with staff. The staff go above and beyond to make parents and children feel comfortable. This is reflective in the strong bonds staff form with the children. Words are always followed through with action and I'm so lucky such a practice exists in the community.
from Susie S (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been entrusted to this wonderful team from baby to pre-school. There aren't words for how grateful I am for the care they have taken with her, so I've tried a poem!
For all your patience day to day,
For every tear you wiped away,
For my small hand so gently led,
For every story
that you read,
For your loving caring heart,
For all the knowledge you impart,
For funny songs and quiet times,
For nap time pats and nursery rhymes,
For being kind, for being fair,
For teaching me the way to share,
For every wrong that you put right,
And every dance with disco lights
For every new thing that I tried
And thoughtful words that gave me pride,
For always being there for me,
I'm grateful and will always be,
You helped me shine, you helped me grow,
But now it's time for me to go,
Though we won't now spend our days together,
The love that you gave will last forever.
from Willow B (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery. As a first-time Mum, I felt naturally anxious about sending my child to nursery, but from the very beginning they put me completely at ease. The staff are incredibly experienced and are so warm, kind and caring, it's clear how much they enjoy what they
do.
Our little boy has settled in quickly and is absolutely thriving. He is always so well cared for and has a big smile on his face when I come to collect him. The outdoor space is incredible too!
Communication is excellent, which gives us real peace of mind. I really value the regular updates and photos, it's reassuring to see what he's been doing and how happy he is. We feel very grateful to have found such a wonderful nursery for our little boy.
from Lauren C (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience with our 1 year old boy at RAFA Kids. The kindness, care and professionalism of the team goes above and beyond. Our little boy settled in very quickly and is so happy every time we drop him off and pick him up. All the kids seem to love it there!
from C A (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Great experience at RAFA Kidz in Longhoughton. My daughter has been going here for over a year now and has come on so much in her confidence, speech and development. I could not recommend them enough. The staff have gone over and above to accommodate her.
from J A (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been with nursery for a few months now and she is doing amazing although she can't talk she shows she loves nursery how fast she runs through the door without a second thought. Staff have always been brilliant never feel like your hand over is rushed always happy with their feedback.
She eats well and seems to enjoy all her meals always take safety seriously and remind families to update all information regularly. Overall myself and her dad are very happy with choosing RafaKidz and look forward to watching her grow here.
from Harry L (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending this nursery since she was just six months old, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions we've made as parents.
From the very beginning, the staff have been exceptional. They are attentive, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child's wellbeing
and development. It's clear that they don't just see this as a job - they truly care. Our daughter absolutely loves going in each day and has thrived in their care. The bonds she has formed with the team speak volumes about the warmth and consistency they provide.
She attends four full days a week, and we have complete confidence in the support, structure, and encouragement she receives. The communication with parents is excellent, and we're always kept informed about her progress, activities, and achievements.
Thank you to Bunnies and Ivy for all you have done for our little girl.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you and your child have had such a positive experience with us. Our team works very hard to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children feel happy and supported in their learning and development, so it means a lot to hear your kind feedback. Thank you for trusting us with your child's early years-we truly value being part of their journey. Laura (Nursery Manager)
from Joanne Q (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended since she was almost 6 months old. We absolutely love everything and she is thriving. Her development and achievement of all her milestones are a credit to the baby room staff and management.
Her daily progress is reported and we look forward to seeing pictures of her daily
activities and hearing all about her day.
It truly is as close to home from home as you can get.
Reply from Gemma Roberts, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz ValleyThank you for your lovely review. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with our setting. It's an honour to be chosen to look after her.
from L M (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Rafaz Nursery has been fantastic from day one, my daughter had terrible separation anxiety. The staff provided reasurrance and care towards my daughter who for a few weeks just wanted to be carried everywhere! They developed a strong relationship and after a few weeks encouraged her to feel safe and
secure enough to play and enjoy her time there doing various activities. My little girl now loves going there and often doesnt want to leave when I collect her.
Reply from Gemma Roberts, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz ValleyThank you for your lovely review. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with our setting. It's an honour to be chosen to look after these wonderful children.
from B L (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with this nursery. The staff are excellent - genuinely caring, attentive, and always going the extra mile to make the children feel safe, happy, and supported. There is a fantastic range of activities every day, keeping the children engaged, stimulated, and excited to learn and
you can certainly see it in my child.
Communication is outstanding. I'm kept well informed about my child's day, progress, and any important updates, which gives me real peace of mind. The outdoor space is a huge bonus and is accessible throughout the day, allowing the children plenty of opportunities for fresh air, exploration, and active play.
Overall, this is a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment, and I would highly recommend it to any parents looking for childcare
Reply from Gemma Roberts, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz ValleyThank you for your lovely review. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with our setting. It's an honour to be chosen to look after your child.
from K J (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child has been at the nursery for over a year and has absolutely thrived in the care of the wonderful staff at the nursery. The staff are friendly and so helpful. I love to see the updates of my little one and what they have been doing that day! Each day they have a new educational activity. I have
complete trust in the staff to care for my child. The meals provided by the cook are of top standard. The management are kind and caring at all times. The outdoor space is amazing for the little ones to explore and adventure. I am so glad I chose this nursery.
Reply from Gemma Roberts, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz ValleyThank you for your lovely review. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with our setting. It's an honour to be chosen to look after her.
from L D (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The staff here are absolutely excellent, the care they show the children and their families is outstanding. Nothing is too much trouble, they have been extremely supportive. Very informative handovers when collecting my little one and great communication in general. Meal choices are a great variety
for the children to try and the menu is displayed for parents to see.
from Clare P (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I can't fault Cranwell RafaKidz. The staff are brilliant and clearly really care about the children and their development. There always feels like there's a restlessness and desire to apply new thinking, try new activities, adopt more training, offer additional activities and shake up the way the rooms
function. All of this, plus brilliant communication and care, is what makes RafaKidz really stand out. Couldn't recommend them enough.
Reply from Katie Parkin, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz CranwellThank you so much for your review, we do always thrive to improve in all areas and it is lovely that it is recognised.
from C J (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had two children at RAFA Kidz Brize Norton and have been part of the setting for over 3.5 years. During that time, we have consistently been impressed with the care and support provided. Both of our children have been incredibly happy there and have grown so much in confidence. It's been wonderful
to see how comfortable and secure they feel each day. The staff are kind, caring, and genuinely invested in the children's development and wellbeing. The nursery provides a wide range of engaging and creative activities, helping the children learn through play while developing important social and life skills. Communication with parents is also excellent, which gives us real peace of mind.
Overall, we truly cannot fault the nursery and would highly recommend it to all our friends. It has been a fantastic experience for our family.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent, Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and your two children are having such a positive experience with us. Our team works very hard to create a safe, nurturing, and happy environment, so it truly means a lot to know that this has been felt by your family. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review- your support is very greatly appreciated. Laura Bologna (Nursery Manager).
from S S (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
This nursery is absolutely outstanding. The staff are approachable caring and understanding. The setting is beautiful. They do fantastic activities. My child has came on leaps and bounds coming to Rafa Kidz Boulmer. The confidence he has brown, his speech has improved and gross motor skills have improved
his physiotherapist is really impressed! We will be very sad when the time comes for our child to move settings we wished he could stay there forever! I highly recommend this nursery to everyone who asks what nursery my child goes to.
from D C (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
RAFA Kidz in Longhoughton is fantastic. All of the team have been super friendly and professional and our son loves his time here. The app is updated with photos regularly so we know what our child has been doing, and always a friendly handover talking about all the great things they've been doing.
Communication is really good from the team. I highly recommend this nursery!
from N G (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My little boy really enjoys coming to the nursery and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. He always comes home happy and smiling when I pick him up him up and always has fun. Very good nursery.
from Toni O (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2026
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Overall Experience2.0 out of 5
This nursery had been fantastic for my child for 3 years. Couldn't fault their treatment of my child especially for the last 16ish months before the the final month or so my child's time here. At the end though, they failed my child on a number of occasions. Leaving my child entire days without any
food, because they wouldn't offer an alternative (yet still charged for said food), leaving my child unattended long enough to draw on cupboards etc - despite receiving extra funding for my child's extra needs. Spoke to the new management - and they continued to fail my child that very same day. I would no longer recommend, especially for a child with extra needs.
Reply from Lauryn Brett, Administrator at RAFA Kidz HoningtonWe truly care about creating positive experiences for every child and family we support, and we're sorry you feel that this wasn't the case for you. As we discussed at the time, this was a particularly complex situation. Our staff team always work hard to ensure that individual needs are met. Should you wish to continue those discussions further, we are always happy to have a conversation and are here to offer our support should you need it in the future.
from Charlotte-Marie G (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend this Nursery. The facilities are well maintained and allow for great activities and exploration for the children. The staff are always on hand for advice and give a thorough run down of the day at pick up.
Reply from Katie Parkin, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz CranwellThank you very much for taking the time to give us this lovely review.
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