Day Nurseries Owned by Farm Day Nurseries in Essex

We're really happy with the nursery and the care our son receives. The staff are always friendly, welcoming and approachable, and it's clear they genuinely care about the children. Our son has had lots of fun, made friends and learned so many new skills since starting. We've noticed a real boost in his confidence and development, and he always come home happy with lots to tell us about his day. We'd definitely recommend the nursery to other parents.

My two children (one year apart) both attend Barleylands Nursery and it is absolutely amazing. At first my daughter took a while to settle as she wasn't used to being away from me and the lovely nursery staff always provided me with updates throughout her day and was so reassuring. She settled after a little while and is now absolutely thriving - she loves coming in. My son settled very quickly and also loves going to nursery! I can't fault it, all of the staff are so lovely - the communication is great, daily trips to the farm, the delicious meals provided, daily updates on the app - everything is wonderful. I recommend this nursery to everyone and am so thankful to all of the staff throughout the nursery for providing such a nice environment for the children and of course a huge thank you to their key workers (old and new) who they have such a special bond with x

We're very happy with this nursery. The staff are caring and professional, and our son has settled in well and enjoys going every day. We've seen great progress in his confidence and development. Overall, a safe and supportive environment .

We love the updates on the app and always look forward to seeing photos!

The "whole package" here is flawless-from the convenient location and pristine cleanliness to the genuine warmth of the care provided. The management and staff are exceptional; they monitor every detail of the children's development with such care. It is wonderful to see Rory excelling in his learning and, more importantly, seeing how much he loves going in every single day. If you are looking for a nursery where your child will be safe, happy, and encouraged to grow, this is it.It's a massive relief to leave him in such capable hands. Huge thanks to the whole team!

Your child also have the best days with the experience of the farm there visit daily with the added bonus of special themes flouring half term which there get to be included in.

My son started in February and is really enjoying going to nursery. Didn't take him long to settle in and smiles at his key worker as soon as he sees her in the morning. I would recommend this nursery.

They staff are helpful, encouraging and so supportive. Couldn't ask for more!

Our little boy joined in September 2025. He is my first and I was a bit nervous about nursery and how he would be as before he had only been left with family if not in my care. During the settling in period he was a bit unsettled when going in but was fine not long after he went in. The farm really helped as he enjoyed that part the most especially during the settling in period. Working with the staff in the baby room it soon didn't take him very long to settle in and go in with no issues at all. Fast forward 4 months and my little boy gets excited to go to nursery to see all the staff and the other children on the days that he is in. I have loved seeing his development in nursery and it's so lovely when they send updates on the app so I can see what he has been up to. The staff are all lovely and nothing is ever too much for children or parents. I'm so grateful to the baby room so thank you to all of them. Also to Lauren when showing us around she answered all our questions. Thank you

My little boy started Barleylands from the very first moment it opened its door & he's has thrived ever since then. From Admin Staff, Keyworkers to Management I cannot fault anything with them to date. Nothing is ever a problem & if a problem has ever risen it's dealt with quickly. To watch my little boy have fun and learn makes it all worth sending him. Thank you to you all, you really deserve a pat on the back

Can't thank them all enough

My daughter had a hard time settling in but with help from the friendly staff made us both feel at ease, I love the communication throughout her time in nursery and we look forward to looking through the daily photos together

We always get updates on how she is doing, and at the end of the session get a detailed summary of her day. This Nursery is fantastic

I cannot speak highly enough of Barleylands Nursery. As an ex Nursery Manager myself, the quality of a setting was extremely important to me and the nursery is far beyond the expectations I could have wished for. The staff are excellent - they truly care about the children and all have wonderful personalities, always happy and it shows how much they are valued in their roles and enjoy their jobs. Daily detailed updates with photos are provided on the app and handovers are thorough. The quality of the activities are outstanding, with clear intentions of learning objectives and a huge amount of effort put in to providing excellent opportunities for extended learning. The resources are wonderful and lots of natural led play and exploration. The children are able to play in a wonderful garden and daily trips to the farm extend their learning in a fantastic real world environment. My son has thrived at Barleylands and I couldn't be happier with my choice to send him here. Highly recommended

Thank you to all the staff for providing such a safe, nurturing, and happy environment where my daughter can truly thrive.

We absolutely love this nursery. The girls are so lovely and genuinely caring, and my son absolutely loves attending his sessions. He enjoys every single minute he's there, which says it all. It's such a comfort knowing he's happy, settled, and well looked after. I couldn't recommend it enough!xxx

Since my first daughter started Barleylands, she has come on leaps and bounds with her speech and social skills, she learns so much at Barleylands and the proof is in the pudding when she brings her learning home. My second started this month, and they let my eldest visit her in her room to help her settle in, the love that the staff have for the children is exactly what you want to see and feel when you drop them off knowing they are safe and cared for. The attention to detail regarding their learning and well being is second to none and they do not only think about the children but they think about the family too, they have created a perfect parent area with tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit. In addition to this no job is too small or too big and they will do whatever they can to help you with anything in regards to your children. I feel a sense of safe and warmth when I walk through the doors to drop my girls off, we feel so lucky our girls have a place here xxxx

My son joined this nursery as a 1 year old in the baby room. The settling in sessions were excellent and really put my mind at ease. He's settled in really well and the staff are all very caring and attentive. The food offering is always varied and looks lovely! Communication has been great throughout.

This nursery seems great at first with children being able to attend the farm but once you look past this aspect, you see the care and support is actually pitiful. On 2 occasions (my child's birthday & leaving day), they "forgot" to share his cake out with his friends, resulting in my child becoming upset and crying which ruined his last day. They admitted this failing was due to poor staff communication. You don't get Regular updates on your child and their learning (their last update was provided 2.5 months ago via the app!) f2f updates only typically include the farm visit and what was consumed that day). Also there is a lack of structured play. They focus heavily on child-led free play which ultimately results in the children not actually learning vital skills. My child has left and recently attended a new preschool and is already focusing on practicing letter recognition, scissor skills, school readiness skills ect. Please think twice about sending your child here.

I am very pleased with my choice to send my son here.