The Early Years Academy Ltd | 5 Day Nurseries

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The Early Years Academy Ibstock
from Justine W (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My son only started in July but has settled so well thanks to the staff. His development has come along + staff involve us as much as possible which is great! The fact he foes straight to them in the morning tells me just how much he enjoys his time at nursery.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Stone
from B B (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The Early Years Academy has been absolutely wonderful for my son. He has been attending since he was 8 months old, and the progress he has made is incredible. The staff are caring, patient, and genuinely invested in every child's development. They create such a warm and nurturing environment. I've seen

improvements in his social skills, confidence, and overall growth. The activities are well thought out, engaging, and age-appropriate, and the communication with parents is excellent. I always feel reassured knowing he's in such safe and capable hands.
I'm truly grateful for everything the Early Years Academy has done for our family. Highly recommended!

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Stone
from N J (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Such a lovely nursery, I have only got good things to say about it. My child has been going from 10 months old and it's been a positive experience from the beginning. I feel my child is very safe and well looked after and they love going each day. The staff are lovely, so helpful and friendly. My child

has learnt so much there, from the alphabet to numbers, it's been amazing seeing the progress. Thank you to all of you for everything you do.

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Review of
Shrewsbury Prepatoria Ltd
from Sophie T (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Two children have attended Shrewsbury Prepatoria. So we have been here for 6 years. The staff have been fantastic and really supportive during challenging times. I always would recommend this setting to anyone seeking childcare. Both children have been very positive during their time here and formed

close bonds with the team.

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Review of
Shrewsbury Prepatoria Ltd
from N R (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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If you are considering sending your child to Shrewsbury Prepatoria, we cannot recommend it enough. We have experienced all three levels - baby, toddler and foundation and all are excellent. The staff are all friendly, great with the children and also at communicating with parents. We feel like we always

know how the children are doing and involved in their day. We receive regular updates on the app and also through communication at drop off and pick up or direct messages. Our children have flourished at Prepatoria and we continue to be impressed by the care and teaching that they put into the children. The food provided is wonderful, there are extra parenting sessions available, the children are happy, well cared for and there is also an emphasis on education and development which you can see the children really gain a lot from.

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Review of
Shrewsbury Prepatoria Ltd
from S S (Mother of Child) published on 18 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Both our children attended and still attending Prepatoria. All the staff and teachers go extra mile for the children. We could've not done it without them. They played/play a pivotal role in our children's life. Thank you for providing such a fun, loving environment and for the extra care they received

when needed.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Derby
from Lauren B (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My son has attended from 1 year old to school age, and he absolutely thrived at this nursery. The staff are lovely and incredibly supportive.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Ibstock
from Laura M (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter has been in pre school since February, the staff are very careing towards my daughter she has come on soo much with the right key worker and all other staff, they are great at assessing her needs and calming her when she doesn't want to leave mummy. the new pre school room is amazing

a great asset especially the baking as well as forest school, arts crafts, roll play,

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Ibstock
from R Z (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter and son started this amazing team last year September. The whole team has been amazing and not just with my children but with myself.

They have shown how much they care through transition from baby to toddler room and preschool. My daughter absolutely love going to The Early Years Academy.

I must say my mind is put at rest knowing my children are in such a loving and caring hands.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Derby
from K H (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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We've been so pleased with our experience at The Early Years Academy so far. The staff are wonderful-so caring, attentive, and encouraging. It's been lovely to watch my child bond with both the educators and the other children in her room (Toddlers 2-3/Rising 3s).

My daughter has made fantastic progress,

both developmentally and socially, and she always comes home happy and excited. It's a nurturing environment where she truly thrives.

The The Early Years Academy provides great support during transitions to other rooms, as well as with key milestones such as toilet training, dropping naps, and navigating other big changes.

The daily updates the educators provide on the app is so reassuring - I love seeing what my little on is up to, and the menu offered is full of variety and sounds delicious!

At The The Early Years Academy they prioritise the safety and wellbeing of the children, and after viewing close to 20 nurseries and preschools, I couldn't be happier with my choice.

Highly recommended!

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Review of
Shrewsbury Prepatoria Ltd
from Rik H (Father of Child) published on 2 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Prepatoria has been fundamental to the development of our child's learning, development and character. We are ever so grateful to the staff for their help and support through the first stages of our child's life, from Nursery to Toddlers. We highly recommend the good work this establishment provides.

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Review of
Shrewsbury Prepatoria Ltd
from Stuart C (Father of Child) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Fantastic nursery! My son has been attending the Prepatoria for several years now and has been through various stages from Baby, Toddler and Foundation. The level of care from all staff has been outstanding. Very quickly felt incredibly comfortable and confident in leaving him in their care, knowing

if there are any developments, minor accidents etc, then I will be informed. Excellent!

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Derby
from E S (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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EYA have been incredible for my son. He's a velcro toddler, but settled into nursery in a few days, sleeping well, eating well and was immediately approaching the staff for comfort when needed. The kids get to do some great indoor activities that I don't do at home, go outside 1-2 times a day, have

very nutritious meals with great variety and an environment to encourage imaginative play and independence. We couldn't be happier with EYA!

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Derby
from Victoria E (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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We have been so pleased with our choice of nursery. All the staff are welcoming and friendly and so supportive to both us as parents and to our little one.

We are kept regularly up to date with activities and updates especially if there is any change to routine. They really go out of their way to

provide lovely activities in a cosy environment.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Loughborough
from N S (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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love this nursery girls are great and do I wounderful job with my daughter especially one staff member in particular. My daughter's come a long way since she started with this staff member, she's talking a lot more and poor confidence has grown lots 10/10

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Loughborough
from S H (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter has attended The Early Years Academy Loughborough for 8 months now and has come on leaps and bounds in her development. She loves going to nursery everyday and playing with her friends, seeing her lovely teachers and eating all of the yummy homemade fresh food. The staff have been nothing

short of caring and accommodating to changes at home in supporting my daughter while at nursery. The communication between staff and parents is brilliant regarding any issues that arise but most of all my daughter feels safe and comfortable here. I would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone looking for childcare.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Loughborough
from Eyerusalem B (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The nursery is amazing with caring staff. My son absolutely loves spending his time there. I love how they focus on children's social and emotional growth. And I really appreciate how they embrace the importance of outdoor play. Thank you for your wonderful job.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Loughborough
from Abi B (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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We have had a great experience with the early years academy . Since my child started the support has been fantastic . They have adapted the learning to my child and given them support when they need it. The staff really get to know the child which is fantastic.
My second child will start there in

September and I know they will be in good hands

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Loughborough
from T H (Foster Parent of Child) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Absolutely excellent care provided and very specific focussed activities to help each child develop and grow. The support , warmth and understanding from all the staff at nursery has been amazing and my child loves being there. The communication between home and nursery is really good and they have

supported our child who has additional needs very well.

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Review of
The Early Years Academy Derby
from Heidi O (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Excellent nursery setting & staff that go above and beyond for the children in their care. My daughter is very happy here.
Excellent facilities especially the forest school scheme in preschool led by a fantastic staff member.

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