Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet)

1-3 Orchard Road, Barnet EN5 2HL
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9.8 100 Reviews
  • Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet), Barnet
Woodlands Day Nursery is a beautiful property, converted to create a 77 place day nursery of the highest quality.

Friendly and well-established, Woodlands provides a happy, sociable environment where every child is treated as an individual.

Much of the character of the building has been retained to provide spacious and interesting rooms with first class facilities. There are many sensory areas where the children can explore using all their senses.

The outdoor areas at Woodlands have been designed to encourage the children to explore holistically. It incorporates a covered area for babies to allow them to safely discover and investigate, whether they are crawling or walking.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Melina Koulakis (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 46

Total Places for Children

  • 76

Age Range

  • from 2 months
  • to 5 years

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days

Parking

  • There are a few bays on Orchard Road that are pay and display. Most parents park on the road next to the nursery, Elm Road, and put their hazards on. The nursery provides parents a sign in their car to state they are dropping or collecting.

Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) Reviews (100)

9.8

Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) has 100 reviews.

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Review from Hannah H (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) is a fantastic nursery, we cannot recommend enough. We have had both our daughters at the nursery totalling 8 years of us being at the nursery. In between due to a move we tried another local nursery but moved our daughter back within a month! The care, nurturing the activities
and all the staff are outstanding. Both our daughters loved their time and we felt so happy to leave them at the nursery as they would have a fun day, it really takes the pressure off the worry of leaving your kids while working. Both of our daughters had problems with their speech and this was supported by the staff and they continued by working with the speech and language therapist.
We would highly recommend to anyone looking for childcare - this is the best in Barnet without a doubt!
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Review from H K (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the most wonderful nursery. Our daughter has been at Woodlands for over 3 years and it has been a home from home for her. The staff all go above and beyond to make it the best possible experience for the children and the lo ve and care they give is second to none. Woodlands is an incredible
nursery and a fantastic start for any child.
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Review from Joanna (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter spent two years at Woodlands Day Nursery. We had a lovely and positive experience and we would definitely recommend to others.
Since joining she has developed in so many ways academically and socially. Teachers are caring and approachable for parents and she loved them very much. The nursery
provides fun and creative environment for kids.
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Review from Timo B (Father of Child) published on 15 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has visited Woodlands for about 3 years and is now leaving to start school. In this time he has grown from a small toddler to a self-confident and active child. Woodlands played a crucial part in this. Throughout his development, they have given outstanding support and a wonderful environment
for him to grow. The staff are wonderful and our son developed deep relationships to all his key persons during the various stages of his time at the nursery. He always enjoyed going to nursery and is now leaving as a confident, active and happy school-ready child.
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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodlands Nursery is a wonderful nursery for our son. He has attended since he was six months old and the staff and premises provide an excellent, safe and nurturing environment.
My son will be going to school this September and has benefited from the experienced staff at Woodlands who have helped
with his preparation for his next step into a school environment.
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Review from B J (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The toys are both very happy and settled at Woodlands. The activities are varied and excellent for the children's development. It is a real family atmosphere. The food is all fresh and home-made - the boys love it!
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Review from Kiki C (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) since he was one and has received the highest level of care. The staff are friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much bother. My son has been in most of the nursery rooms and is known by name by all staff. He is happy to attend nursery, this is
particularly pertinent as he has trouble settling into new environments. My son will be leaving nursery this July and I am truly saddened by this. Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) has given him the best start to his education I could have hoped for!
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Review from Fiona H (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall we get a fantastic experience at Woodlands Nursery. The staff in ladybirds are so welcoming to both us and my daughter. My daughter has made excellent bonds with both her key carer and other members of staff. The staff genuinely take an interest in my daughter and everything she does. Overall
a brilliant experience and an outstanding nursery.
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Review from C I (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having had one child attend Woodlands we didn't want our second child to attend anywhere else. We had such a good experience, our daughter thrived and we wanted to repeat this with our son. It makes starting work again much easier knowing that he will be cared for by a great team.
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Review from Dan W (Father of Child) published on 24 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is really good and is well liked by us and our child. The staff are really committed and go the extra mile.
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Review from A T (Father of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing! For my son, lots of great activities like drawing, glittering, playing outside, fun boards. Great food and snacks. The carers are all lots of fun on very friendly and helpful.
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Woodlands in January and the manager and her staff worked hard to ensure both my daughter and I felt comfortable with every aspect of nursery life.
The team were keen to ensure my daughter experienced key moments before she started full-time, which was great for both of us.
Excellent team and a great friendly atmosphere.
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Review from Teresa R (Grandmother of Child) published on 7 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family unit, out first impression was that the nursery was well run and would provide our 2 year- 3-month-old grandson with all the comfort and learning that he would require, and we aren't disappointed. He has required many learning skills from the short time he has been at Woodlands. The staff
come up with extraordinary innovative ideas to keep the children active and interested in what they are doing.
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Review from Deborah K (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodlands Day Nursery is such a cool, fantastic place. A great choice from the start for my son. He enjoys every aspect of nursery life. The staff are so friendly and always welcoming any time of the day. I feel it's good value for money, you get what you pay for.
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Review from Ami D (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. Staff are friendly and build an excellent rapport with the children. Great refurbishment to premises.
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Review from Alicia (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent rapport with nursery staff, no problem too much. My daughter has settled in quickly and has really grown in her four months here. Absolutely the best choice nursery for her!
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Review from Nisha P (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Woodlands at the start of March and within a months has settled really well. He was at another nursery from the age of 10 months but never really settled well, crying whenever he was dropped off. He was there for 14 months! in comparison he has settled at Woodlands within one month!
He runs off smiling whenever I drop him off smiling whenever I drop him off and doesn't want to leave when we collect him. This is all thanks to the amazing staff at Woodlands. They appear consistently happy and this is reflected in my sons recent behaviour and development, so thank you Woodlands.
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Review from Litsa A (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Fantastic key workers and staff. Management can be slow to respond to queries and issues. Late to respond to emails.
Reply from Melina Koulakis, Nursery Manager at Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet)
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of Woodlands Barnet Nursery and the very positive comments about our staff team. I value your honest feedback about our responses to emails and…read more
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Review from Jo G (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel very lucky to be able to send our children here. My daughter was here from 10 months till she was 3 and my son is starting now at 10 months. Lovely staff. Very happy.
It is so nice to leave your children with people you trust completely.
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Review from Beth W (Mother of Child) published on 7 September 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 13 month old started at Woodlands in April 2015 and the staff were really good in settling him in, getting to know him and making sure he was happy. I was so pleased with the attention to detail i.e dislikes/likes.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.801)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10 for Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.801 for Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) is calculated as follows: ( (183 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.801
  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 Woodlands Day Nursery (Barnet) is based on 17 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 76 number of registered child places is 15.2, which has been reached with 17 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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Melina

Melina Koulakis

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2003

I am the manager of Woodlands Barnet. I joined Childbase 20 years ago and have a Level 4 qualification in childcare. I have over 20 years of experience in Early Years.


What is your favourite feature of Woodlands?
Lovely team, great outdoor facilities and a 'home from home' environment.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
Watching how much it has grown and developed over the years.

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