Merrydale Day Nursery

Broad Oak House, Coppid Beech Hill, London Road, Wokingham RG40 1PD
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  • Merrydale Day Nursery, Wokingham
Merrydale Day Nursery is a fun and lively children’s day nursery, providing day care for ages 3 months to 5 years old.

It is a homely setting at the end of a sheltered road, handy for Bracknell, Reading, Wokingham and Binfield. Home cooked meals, nappies and extracurricular activities such as Boogie Mites, outdoor learning and cook school all included.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Martha Langley (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 56

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • We offer spaces as a standard day (8 am to 5.30 pm) or extended day (7.30 am to 6 pm). Funded only spaces are limited.
    Please contact the nursery direct for a copy of our fees sheet.

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 & Christmas

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Merrydale Day Nursery Reviews (51)

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Merrydale Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.313) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Merrydale Day Nursery has 51 reviews.

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Review from Shannon M (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Like most Mums, I was anxious about putting my Son into the nursery (mainly because I knew how much I would miss him) but turns out I had absolutely nothing to fear! All of the staff (and I mean all of them) are simply wonderful. Everyone is super supportive, the communication is fantastic and the amount
that the Team do with the kids is mind-blowing. My son is and continues to learn so much in the short time he's been there. You can tell that everyone at Merrydale truly cares about the children's progression and overall happiness. It took my son all of 3 drop-offs to settle in with zero tears, a kiss and a wave goodbye and I genuinely believe that is because he is so happy to be with the Team and his peers (plus, the kid loves his brekkie). Oh, and I must add that the food variety is amazing and Sam, the cook, is always so happy and provides the children with super healthy, hearty meals. Thank you so much, Merrydale Team. You deserve every 5 star you get!
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, we are so pleased to have your son with us as well as you. We love having you all part of the Merrydale family and are so glad you see progression in your…read more
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Review from Trudy-Ann C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had the most wonderful experience with this nursery, and I can't recommend it highly enough. The team are warm, professional, and genuinely passionate about early childhood development. From day one, they made both me and my child feel incredibly welcome, and I've seen such a positive change in
my little one since starting.
The nursery is bright, clean, and thoughtfully designed, with a fantastic variety of resources and activities that really engage the children. There's a strong emphasis on both learning and play, which I love. The staff encourage independence while also offering plenty of support, creating a perfect balance.
I'm also really impressed by the level of communication - there's always clear, timely updates about my child's day, progress, and any concerns or milestones. I always feel in the loop, which is so reassuring.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely and thoughtful review, we are so pleased to have your little one with us and have seen the amazing progress they have made in their development and confidence!
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Review from Hayley C (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We visited a few nurseries before settling on Merrydale Day Nursery and very quickly we knew we'd made the right decision. The team there were so welcoming to our son when he first joined. In no time they all knew his name and made him feel like he was part of the family. Since then, we've been really
impressed by the care they show not just to our son, but all the children there. The team are fantastic and nothing is too much trouble for them. They genuinely do care for our little ones and we feel incredibly confident that our son is safe in their hands. We are always impressed by the wide variety of activities they create for the children. We would never be able to replicate the same level of creativity and learning at home. Our son has a few food allergies and the team, including their onsite cook, has taken great care to ensure he's kept safe and still enjoys lovely fresh food. Sending your children to nursery is never an easy decision but we've never regretted choosing Merrydale.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you feel our staff go above and beyond and are impressed by the creative activities that are offered! We absolutely love having him…read more
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Review from Aidan D (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely adores going to Merrydale Day Nursery, I was extremely nervous about putting my little boy in nursery but he's been going for a while now and honestly I couldn't happier, he loves it, just mentioning it's a nursery day he puts on a massive smile and runs towards the front door, couldn't
be more grateful for the staff there, they're fantastic and bubbly every time I've interacted with them! I can't put into words everything I want to say about how brilliant Merrydale is.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We absolutely love having your little one with us, he is such a happy little boy and gives us all the best smiles when he arrives! I am so pleased to hear you…read more
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Review from B P (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been going to this nursery since he was 7 months old, he is now 1. He absolutely loves nursery and I can see the development he has gained from this nursery. The daily observations you get and all the updates throughout the day keeps your mind at ease knowing they are getting the brilliant
care they receive. Watching your child grown into their little characters is just the best and know it's down to attending nursery. I would highly recommend this nursery. All the staff are lovely and all do a brilliant job. The manager and Deputy manager you really can not fault, they do a brilliant job throughout and are able to deal with any concerns you may have and put you at ease. Also the nice hot meals they get. My little one absolutely loves it and eats everything he gets a lovely variety of meals and snacks as well as breakfast and tea. None of their work goes unnoticed. Thank you.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you can see progress in his development since he has started, we have definitely seen the same too. We appreciate your comments on…read more
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The entire team at Merrydale Day Nursery are incredible, supportive and engage the children in a fun and educational way. My little one has absolutely loved and thrived through going from the baby nest to preschool.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We love having your little one with us and have loved watching them grow from a baby to a pre-schooler now!
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Review from Sheryl M (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Merrydale Day Nursery for a few years now and I've been so happy with how much he enjoys his time there as well as how much he has developed. The staff are so friendly and supportive, going the extra mile to create activities they know my son will enjoy and also learn from.
Couldn't recommend it enough.
Reply from Jade Noakes, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely words, we love having your son here and we are so glad he is so happy with us and has developed well with the activities being set out.
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Review from Michelle R (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Merrydale is a fantastic nursery, I can't recommend it enough. My little boy has been going since July last year. He thoroughly enjoys attending - he's become so confident and social with other children. They do different activities, from painting to dressing up to reading, and they have themed days
and a varied menu each week.
But it's really the staff that make it. They're wonderful. I was very nervous dropping him off when he first started. Leaving him was a big step for me after a traumatic birth. But the ladies at the nursery immediately put me at ease and were so supportive and understanding. They really get to know you as a family and ensure they work with you to support your child's development. They give you detailed reports every day on what they've eaten and how much, as well as regular updates on what your child has been up to (including photos). You also get an end-of-term report on how well your child is progressing. It truly is a superb place to send your child.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely and kind words, we have thoroughly enjoyed looking after your little boy and watching him flourish, as well as working with yourselves too.
Kind Regards,
Jade…read more
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Review from Stephanie L (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Merrydale for over a year and we’ve been so happy with everything. The staff are incredibly caring, they’re knowledgeable on children’s development and set out activities that really focus on what children enjoy and need to learn. My daughter loves going to nursery. We
are so pleased we found Merrydale as it’s made the big decision of sending our child to nursery so much easier. Thank you.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely words, we have loved watching your daughter grow in age and confidence! We are so pleased to hear your feedback of our activity variety. Thank you!
Kind Regards,…read more
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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is so supportive. I am one of those moms who wants to know everything and when changes are in motion. They are so supportive, even accommodating with me changing days around which helps as a working mom.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your review! We are so pleased we have been able to support you in your working schedule and thoroughly enjoy looking after your little one. Kind Regards,
Jade Noakes, Deputy Manager
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Review from Y S (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, they have lots of different rooms inside and a lovely open space outside for the kids to play.
All staff have been so attentive to my son from the beginning, especially if he’s having an off day or isn’t well. They do a great job at making sure he’s okay and keep me up to date and help
relieve any worries.
The staff know all the families which is lovely to see. The manager is very involved, which is also very reassuring.
My son loves going and has developed so much since starting there, they do so many activities with the kids every day.
Thank you for everything that you do for our babies and the biggest thank you to everyone in the Nest!
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we love looking after your son and we are so pleased you feel he is well looked after and entertained with the different activities. Thank you, Jade Noakes.
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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had a lovely experience putting my first child into nursery from the age of ten months. The staff have been amazing in settling me as well as her! It's such a big transition and they have been so helpful in making sure I always get updates and pictures which makes leaving her much easier. All
the staff are so wonderful!
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words, we are so pleased to see how well your little girl has settled, and you feel happy too.
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Review from Nav N (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having a child during lockdown and start nursery during lockdown, I could not rate Merrydale nursery high enough. The care they have taken with our son, his development and communication is just excellent. The staff are excellent and listen/take care of any concerns we may have. Our son has been there
for nearly two years now and I know that as soon as he is dropped off he is well taken care of, and I look forward to picking him up and hearing about his day. We are very excited for our daughter to start there in the coming months. We could not have found a better nursery.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review and your kind words. It is a pleasure to look after your little boy and we are looking forward to his sister starting with us in the New Year.
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Review from Hannah T (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Merrydale Day Nursery, my son has been there now for five months, and is so happy and well cared for. He absolutely loves it there, so happy going in and often doesn't even seem to want to leave! They are highly communicative and flexible with us too, and really responsive. They do
a huge range of activities for the kids which is very impressive. The staff are absolutely brilliant. I fully recommend!
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely words and review of Merrydale, we are always pleased to hear how happy you all are with the nursery and the team.
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Review from Joe E (Father of Child) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Merrydale Day Nursery is a lovely nursery with a jam-packed itinerary that challenges and engages our little one every single day. The staff are lovely and are a big reason our daughter always has a smile whenever she learns its a nursery day.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure to look after your little girl.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has settled into this nursery wonderfully and gets quite excited to go (even at only 1 year old). The staff are lovely and caring, and I am also very happy with the nursery manager she has been helpful any time I had a question or needed to make a change. I feel confident my child is getting
excellent care, and I see them grow and develop skills that I may not have had the training/patience to do.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, it's so lovely to hear how happy you all are with the nursery, it is a pleasure looking after your little boy.
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Review from Katie G (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Merrydale Day Nursery has been the perfect nursery for my daughter and my son will also be joining too. The constant updates each day and the attention they give each and every child is amazing. My daughter loves it, and it's like a second home to her.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased with how much your little girl enjoys attending and we are looking forward to her brother joining us all here too.
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Review from Ellie S (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children (4 years and 18 months) have had a really happy and positive experience at Merrydale. The staff are all very warm, friendly and attentive and we completely trust them to look after the wellbeing and development of our children. The staff have built really good relationships with our
two and we will really miss their care, sense of fun and daily chats.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you very much for your kind review, it has been our pleasure to look after both your children over the past year, and getting to know you all. We wish you all the best for the future.
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Review from Juliette M (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can honestly say this is the best nursery around. The staff there are so caring and attentive. My son absolutely loves going there and we will really miss everyone when he starts school in September.
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. It has been a pleasure to look after your little boy, and he will be missed when it's time for him to leave us to go to school, but I know he will enjoy his new…read more
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Review from Darko S (Father of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Merrydale since she was 18 months, up until starting school now. She has really enjoyed her time. The nursery is brilliant in balancing safety, fun and social and academic development. We as parents have always felt so ensured and welcomed, with the nursery being very
flexible to us with any kind of help we needed. Our daughter absolutely adores the staff and can’t wait to go every morning. We will miss the nursery so much!
Reply from Katie Beckingham, Manager at Merrydale Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. It has been a pleasure to look after your little girl over the past few years; we will miss her too but know that she is ready for her next adventure.
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.313)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.313) out of 10 for Merrydale Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 7 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 4.988 for Merrydale Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (83 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.988
  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 4.325 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Merrydale Day Nursery is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 56 number of registered child places is 11.2. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.2 = 0.625
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrydale Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Merrydale Day Nursery accepts?

Merrydale Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Merrydale Day Nursery Open?

Merrydale Day Nursery is open: 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.

How many Children does Merrydale Day Nursery have capacity for?

Merrydale Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 56 Children.

How far is Merrydale Day Nursery to the centre of Wokingham?

1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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