Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford)

19 Bushmead Avenue, Bedford MK40 3QJ
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9.9 164 Reviews
  • Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford), Bedford
Lavenders Day Nursery is set in a beautifully converted property retaining much of its original character. They have also obtained their Green Flag Award at distinction level by Eco-Schools.

The large, fully resourced garden offers year-round structured and free play activities designed to promote children's social, emotional and physical development.

A friendly and enthusiastic employee team work closely with the children and parents, building strong partnerships. Lavenders offers high-quality day care where every child is treated as an individual.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Dizzie Newberry (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 50

Total Places for Children

  • 108

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

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 & 2 Inset Days

Parking

  • Pick up and drop off parking available.

Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) Reviews (164)

9.9

Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) has 164 reviews.

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Review from Ali C (Father of Child) published on 20 April 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Would happily recommend Lavenders to any parent in the Bedford area.


The staff are all very engaged with the kids and readily know all of their names and what they've been doing with their day.
They have a planned series of varied activities every week including group songs and messy play (things

I certainly couldn't replicate at home to the same standard) and a dizzying array of toys to keep them interested.


Mealtimes are very civilised with the kids all sitting down at a table, and the nutritional contents of their meals are made available to parents.


Every session you receive a full detailed report of what they've eaten, nappy changes, naps etc as well as any out-of-character behaviour or possible signs of illness.
On that note, the nursery is also very proactive in warning parents of any germs going around.


There is a good standard of security for checking who is entering and leaving the buildings and my wife and I feel completely safe leaving our child in Lavenders care.

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Review from Andrew M (Father of Child) published on 7 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Lavenders for almost 2 years now and is very happy there. The manager and her team provide fantastic care and we know he is in safe hands. He has developed so well and the staff are always helpful and honest when discussing any issues (he can be a boundary-pusher at times). He is
always happy to tell us what he has been doing that day with a big smile on his face. The staff manage to look after a group of children whilst also meeting their individual development needs. There are lots of fun and educational activities to keep the children occupied, in a lovely building and garden. Our oldest son was also at Lavenders right up until starting school in 2014 and loved his time there. I would happily recommend the nursery to anyone.
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Review from G H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with our choice of nursery for our 2nd child. Our son took a while to settle but has formed lovely bonds with the staff and other children. We have no concerns regarding his care. I appreciate being updated in the weekly email memo which outlines the focus and activities for the week
ahead. I also love 'parent zone' to view images of our son and see what he has been up to.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy is 2 years old. He has been attending Lavenders since January 2017. He has changed so much in a positive way. He interacts so well with other adults and children since attending here. Every well he comes home with a new word or even a sentence. I feel so comfortable leaving him with the
staff here and receive excellent feedback whenever I come to pick him up.
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Review from Julie W (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is so happy at Lavenders, she loves coming and is happy here. She is clearly at ease with the staff who look after her.


The care, food, activities and overall atmosphere at Lavenders are excellent.


Thank you all!

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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my sons have attended Lavenders Day Nursery and we cannot recommend it highly enough. We have total peace of mind entrusting the care of our children into the highly experienced staff and stimulating environment. My son in pre-school thoroughly enjoys the activities tailor-made to suit his needs
and cannot wait to tell us about his day.
The variety of environment activities provided ensure the children are never bored. The staff are professional, nurturing and proactive.
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Review from Julia T (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. I am so glad that I chose Lavenders for my girls. All staff are amazing and both my girls settled in well. I feel that my little girl is confident and has really grown into her personality from being at Lavenders. She walks into the nursery with excitement and is always happy to attend.
Staff are always helpful. Thank you for all your hard work.
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Review from Natasha C (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can honestly say as a parent to find somewhere better all round then Lavenders Day Nursery will be near impossible for me.
The staff are brilliant, kind and warm so my child feels so extremely happy when I drop her off and I don't have to worry as I know she will be in the safest hands.
It's so
clean, the food goes down a treat and the garden is just 'wow'.
Great space, great team and I couldn't be happier with Lavenders.
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Review from Hannah W (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Lavenders! Our boys have had a wonderful experience here and have done so well. The staff are fabulous and so kind.
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Review from Ian G (Grandfather of Child) published on 26 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I regularly collect my grandson from nursery. I am always impressed by the general atmosphere and friendliness of the staff. The children appear to be happy and well looked after.
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Review from Joanna C (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My girl has been getting ready to move up to the next room and the staff have been great in taking her for visits to make her feel more comfortable. Her confidence has grown so much since her time at Lavenders, and she has so much fun there (and eats and sleeps well!).
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Review from Mara F (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with how our son is developing during his time in Lavenders Day Nursery. More importantly, staff and management take safeguarding, security and cleanliness very seriously which is very reassuring as a parent. Moreover, they pay very good attention to every child's individual needs
and are very accommodating. My son is very happy here and I would recommend Lavenders Day Nursery definitely.
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Review from Jessica T (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children at nursery both of whom started at 6 months and I couldn't want for a better start for them. The atmosphere is wonderful, the staff are kind, caring and enthusiastic. Both my children are always excited to start their days at nursery. I know they are safe and having lots of fun. Their
time at Lavenders Day Nursery is filled with so many different activities, outdoor play, messy play, role play, trips to the local bookshop, the list could go on. Myself and my husband could not be happier with our choice of nursery for our children and I shall be very sad when their time at Lavenders Day Nursery comes to an end. Thank you.
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lavenders is a fantastic nursery. Our daughter is very happy and settled here mainly due to the extremely caring and supportive staff.
The buildings and facilities are also of a very high standard.
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Review from Jancy J (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Lavenders Day Nursery and all the staff here.
Our little daughter seems very happy here and learning new things every day.


All the staff, especially the manager, are willing to listen to our concerns and help. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so happy with Lavenders. They are so flexible and we never have to worry about our two boys when they are there.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is an excellent nursery. The children are well looked after and taught.
My son learned English very quickly because of the way they teach, which involves a lot of playing.
Highly recommended.
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Review from William M (Father of Child) published on 3 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Lavenders staff make parents and children feel at ease. Our son enjoys and looks forward to nursery, which helps us relax and feel happy coming to nursery.
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Review from Dephine A (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Lavenders, My son is happy to stay all day.
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Review from Zuwi N (Father of Child) published on 2 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Lavenders and all the staff here.
Our little girl seems very happy here and always learning new things.
We will use it for our little boy too and would also highly recommended it to our friends and family. 10/10
The staff especially the manager are very willing to listen
and help.
Friendly, polite, helpful, organised, fun and clean.
We are happy with Lavenders Nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.934)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10 for Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) 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 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 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 4.934 for Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) is calculated as follows: ( (373 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 396 Ratings = 4.934
  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 Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford) is based on 33 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 108 number of registered child places is 21.6, which has been reached with 33 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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Dizzie

Dizzie Newberry

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2008

Dizzie is the Manager of Lavenders Day Nursery in Bedford and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 19 years. Dizzie has been with Childbase Partnership for 14 of those years.


What is your favourite feature of Lavenders?
The large outdoor space provides lots of opportunities to explore and challenge.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
The passion to maintain outstanding every day and the opportunities they give the children to make memories.

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