Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt

Pure Gym, Rowdell Road, Northolt UB5 6AG
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt is a beautifully designed nursery set within Pure Gym Fitness Club.

It offers a range of flexible sessions for children from 3 months to 5 years, with funded sessions also available.

The nursery is always buzzing with life and is a really happy place for all that attend.

The nursery is situated opposite a fantastic park, so in addition to the nursery garden the children make lots of visits there too.

Outdoor learning is encouraged at every opportunity and the children have regular Forest School sessions where they have the opportunity to explore nature, grow fruit and veg and play in a mud kitchen.

Children also enjoy musical movement sessions and local outings which broaden the children’s experiences of the world.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Chelsey Gilder (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 45

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Request a brochure to see all important information including fees!
    This will be stated more clearly in our prospectus

  • Request a brochure to see all important information including fees!
    This will be stated more clearly in our prospectus

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, 1 week at Christmas & 5 training days

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt Reviews (89)

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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt has 89 reviews.

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Review from Naz H (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to the nursery from the age of 2.5 and he loves it so much. Staff are lovely, kind, supportive, and very patient! My son has built a very strong relationship with the key workers as well as meeting lovely other children whom he’s built a close friendship with over the last year.
He loves engaging in daily activities set up for the kids, as well as the lovely outdoor area they are taken to daily. I have been very happy with my son’s development through Hungry Caterpillar Northolt so a very big thank you.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for leaving us such a great review. We are so happy that your son has settled into nursery life and has built so many lovely relationships.
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Review from Roma C (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter had a rocky start getting used to nursery life, the staff have helped her settle in and her confidence has improved a lot. She loves going and they update you in the app about what the children get up to. No complaints from me!
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for a great review. We're happy your daughter has settled so well into the nursery!
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Review from Ghena S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I really recommend this nursery. My daughter loves it and the staff are extremely nice. The activities they do during the day are so creative. I love the app that they use. Parents are able to see what their kids are doing during the day.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for taking your time to leave us a great review. We're glad your daughter loves her time at nursery.
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Review from Georgia P (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely atmosphere and staff who are consistently supportive and kind in their care. The nursery is welcoming and has a friendly environment, well organised, professional and clean. Our son is very happy here.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
We're happy to hear your thoughts on the nursery. Thank you for the lovely review.
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Review from Bijal K (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After a poor experience at another nursery, I was recommended this nursery.
My child has speech and language delay as well as sensory needs. From the start, this nursery implemented all the resources to help him settle. They recognised my anxiety around his needs and whether they could be met following
a previous bad experience. Communication with parents is of the highest standard, and I have seen first-hand how much my child has developed since being there. He has settled in really well and even wants to go on days he is off. The staff go over and above for every child. Every member of the staff is caring and kind. I know what my child has eaten every day, when his nappy was done etc. I get regular pictures and updates on his development, and they have happily worked with other professionals who have been supporting my child. I cannot recommend them enough!
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for such a lovely review. We are glad you are so happy at the nursery.
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Review from Louisa G (Grandmother of Child) published on 3 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Started in October 2020. So far I found the staff friendly and easy to communicate with. My grandson is 11 months now and he greets the staff taking him in with a smile and he does not cry. Kind Regards.
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Review from Steven L (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a great nursery. The staff are wonderful and really care about the children. Our son loves it here and I'd highly recommend it. Meals are varied and they have really encouraged his development.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for reviewing us, we really appreciate it.
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Review from Kim R (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has looked after both my children and they do a fantastic job on a day to day basis. Not only does your child have a key worker, but every worker knows who your child is and can give you feedback on what they've been doing throughout the day. The relationships that they build with the children
is fantastic and supportive but they also have the same relationship with the parents. I would highly recommend this place and I am thankful that my children have gone to a nursery so caring and developmental.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for reviewing us, we really appreciate it.
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Review from M K (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All my three children have gone to this nursery and it is the best nursery we have found. Staff members are amazing and extremely dedicated in caring for a child. Would recommend it any day. Carers have been there for a while and my elder one who is now 13 and youngest the one in the nursery now is
3 and we still have familiar faces in the nursery.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
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Review from Siripon H (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started attending Hungry Caterpillar, Northolt branch in September 2020. She has grown into a more confident girl and every time I picked her up, she always says I want to go back to the nursery. Foodwise, my daughter loves eating there. There's an app specifically for parents to see what
she's eaten and how much and she always, most of the time, finishes her food. Staff are very friendly and informative and quick to reply with enquiries. I would highly recommend Hungry Caterpillar to any parents.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
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Review from Kruti P (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves the different activities they do and is learning new things every day. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and always have time for advice. They have a variety of healthy food and snacks. Definitely would recommend my friends to send their children here.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
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Review from Sholeh M (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love the nursery and my son is coming along lovely. The staff are kind and polite and the nursery is clean and tidy, my son's language is improving greatly and it's really helping with his learning of social skills.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
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Review from Mrs A (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter started with the nursery in September after a long lockdown. I was nervous about how she would settle, given she had been home with me for six months. The manager and the nursery staff did a fantastic job in settling my daughter, despite the restrictions we face. The settling in period was
extensive, and this gave me such peace of mind that the nursery staff would have ample time to get to know my daughter before I would have to leave her for the whole day. I really like the communication from the nursery using the app - I can keep up to date with what my daughter is doing and key information for each of her sessions. My daughter has bonded so well with the staff, and I want to say a massive thank you to the manager and the whole staff at the nursery. This nursery is also such a lovely and inviting setting. I would recommend to any parent.
Reply from Hayleigh Champkin, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for the lovely review, we are so glad that your daughter is enjoying her time with us.
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Review from Rob N (Father of Child) published on 3 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The friendly and courteous team. I'm always kept up to date with regards to my child. The communication between parents and the team is also very good as it is important to know how my child is progressing.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for reviewing us, we are so glad your child is enjoying their time with us.
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Review from Tanya M (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very nervous about my daughter starting nursery as she is so particular with so many things and worried how she will settle in without me being there, however from the moment of going, the staff were very good and extremely patient. They would call if my daughter got too upset, upload photos on
the parents' app so I could see how she was getting on. These are just only a couple of the many things that made me feel at ease. The staff are very easy to talk to and are very quick in responding to any concerns.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for taking the time to review us, we are so glad that your daughter is enjoying her time with us.
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Review from Nichola G (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have sent both our children to this Hungry Caterpillar nursery as we appreciate the care and attention they give to our boys. The staff’s kind and caring nature made it an easy choice for us to send our second child to this nursery. We highly value the professionalism and friendly approach the staff
have to both the children and parents. We have found that staff listen to our views and address any concerns immediately. We have and would continue to recommend this nursery to others.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for reviewing us, we are so glad that your children are enjoying their time with us.
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Review from Sahra A (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter's nursery has not just made her feel very welcome but also us as parents too. The nursery has provided a wonderful start to her education with daily enriching learning activities, which includes a lovely outdoor space. She has flourished since attending the nursery and been given the opportunity
to develop into an independent learner. It’s great to pick her up at the end of the day with a big smile on her face. That’s all thanks to the wonderful team at the nursery.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so glad your daughter is enjoying her time with us.
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Review from Michelle B (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is very happy here and is always happy to see the staff. The staff are friendly and welcoming and take an interest in us as a family. They communicate well through the famly app and we get to see photos of our son doing various activities.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad your son is enjoying his time with us.
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Review from Sorcha W (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have been going to this nursery for the last 3 years. My eldest child is now in school. Children are very happy and have bonded well with all the staff. The staff are so supportive and even the staff out of the nursery have been supportive. They are amazing managers and the rest of the ladies
are absolutely great too. I honestly couldn’t ask for better people to teach and take care of my children. I really appreciate the girls.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you so much for your lovely words about our team, we are so glad that your children have enjoyed their time us.
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Review from Monika S (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As nervous as I was about my baby starting nursery, she has settled in so well. She is very happy. I must say a big thank you to all staff because they were all implicated and they all made it easier for my baby. She loves it there and we love every bit the nursery has offered so far.
Reply from Hayleigh Champkin at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt
Thank you for the kind words. We're happy to hear how much you and your daughter both like the nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.899 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt is calculated as follows: ( (260 Excellents x 5) + (27 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 288 Ratings = 4.899
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Northolt is based on 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 45 number of registered child places is 9, which has been reached with 24 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Chelsey Gilder

Job Title: Manager

Nursery Manager at Northolt

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