Lavenders Day Nursery (Bedford)

19 Bushmead Avenue, Bedford MK40 3QJ
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  • 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 Zoe (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my son and daughter have attended Lavenders Day Nursery from a very young age and they have been extremely happy there. The nursery has a real community feel as well as being a safe and homely environment for the children. The staff are fantastic and there is absolutely no doubt how much they love
their jobs and the children in their care. I have been particularly impressed by the range of activities they undertake each and every day. Both of our children have flourished under the care of the staff at Lavenders and I would have no hesitation in recommending the nursery to others.
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Review from Christine B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I wouldn't trust anyone else with my daughter, in particular her key worker go above and beyond in bonding with and helping the development of my daughter.
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Review from Gemma C (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has attended this nursery since he was 14 months old and will be leaving in August 2016 to start school. We just wanted to send this to say a huge thank you to the whole team at Lavenders, Bedford. We have always found it an excellent, nurturing, progressive and caring nursery. Our son has struggled
as he is sensitive and we have found individual workers/manager will always listen to our concerns. They go our of their way to try and accommodate his needs and reassure us. We feel it is a real team effort from the domestic staff right up to management who always have a smile, professional approach and know our sons name.
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Review from Sofia M (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Totally satisfied with the care that our daughter receives. Staff have alwasy been nothing but caring and supportive. Can't comment on food/drinks as we never see what she eats of drinks (although she is always very thirsty when she gets home). Based on daily reports, however, food variety looks excellent.
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Review from Ligia J (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lavenders Nursery is a lovely place and my two year old son loves it there. He is so settled and loves his assigned key person. I am a working parent and knowing that my son is in such good hands, puts my mind at rest. Also the different activities and environment has taught my son so much, which is
absolutely invaluable to me and my husband. We can't praise this nursery enough.
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Review from Anthony B (Father of Child) published on 23 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Lavenders and our daughter loves it there, making lots of friends and learning new things everyday. The staff are very friendly and caring. We have been shown the progression of our child and what will be the near future plan in terms of her learning and development. The use of
pictures taken during activities is also helpful for parents as it shows what your child has been up to and you feel involved. We are pleased with the experience so far.
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Review from Annarita (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We've had a very positive experience at Lavenders Day Nursery and it all comes down to the staff. They take a genuine interest in the kids and are so warm and caring. They've contributed to my children's ongoing development but they've also picked up issues early. My son has glue ear and if it wasn't
for a member of staff picking up the fact that his not listening may have had a reason behind it. It may have gone unnoticed.
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Review from Karanjit D (Father of Child) published on 19 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The service and updates provided by nursery is excellent. My son's development is great and I see the development.
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Lavenders Day Nursery. The staff are fabulous and we always feel our children are well cared for and happy to learn here.
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Review from Lizzie&Rich (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with the nursery.
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Review from Anthem S (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good level of information and the progress of our children. Awareness of progress in relation to others and which is expected at her age(s). Contact with key person(s) is appreciated on relevant topics.
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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lavenders Day Nursery is a lovely place. Both my children have been happy here and love coming to the nursery.
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Review from Jessica O (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Lavenders just before she turned a year and is now three. In the 2.5+ years she has been at Lavenders I have been delighted by the care received and I have nothing but praise for everyone there. I found it very daunting leaving my little baby but immediately felt at ease as I
could see how much they cared for her. As my daughter has moved up through the rooms, I have felt that she has been loved and cared for by all the staff. The communication between staff members is excellent and my little girl is so, so happy there. The whole team are very nurturing and listen to both the needs of the child and the parent. I cannot recommend this nursery enough and will be very sad when the time comes for my little girl to leave.
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Review from Jacqui P (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every member of staff I have met has always been helpful, approachable and friendly. I cannot recommend this nursery enough, my daughter loves it and I'm always at ease when I drop her off each morning.
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Review from Tasha G (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Made so easy, my first child so I thought it would be difficult leaving him in other peoples care. Everyone is so lovely.
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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience of this nursery is that they are friendly and flexible yet thorough and forward thinking. They consider carefully what the family needs, contacting when necessary and updating us with news, daily updates of activities and necessary information. The team are friendly and clearly have a
lovely relationship with our daughter, understanding her personal preferences and needs, despite the fact that she is only with them for a day and a half a week. She has a range of stimuli and activities and is very happy there. We like the range of food she has and the rest, outdoor play and sleep time. Overall this is an excellent nursery.
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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A lovely nursery which nurture and engage young children. Staff are kind and caring and listen to needs of parents and children.
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Review from Mateusz D (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with this nursery. All staff are very friendly, I like the detailed reports about your child. Play room us always clean and so are the toys and all the equipment kids are using during the day.
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Review from Helen D (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful environment for little ones to enjoy. The staff are very friendly and enthusiastic and welcome the children into nursery beautifully. The range of activities and materials they have on offer is excellent and they encourage the children to be independent.
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Review from Heather C (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very well presented nursery with many opportunities for learning and play. Hot meals that are far more varied than my daughter's previous nursery. A nice big garden for play and provide wet weather clothing for rainy days. Wish there was a larger place to be able to leave buggy, but that is very minor.
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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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