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Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill)

Wadhurst Lane, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes MK7 6JF
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Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill), Milton Keynes
We couldn’t be any happier with our choice of nurseryBecky B(Mother of Child)
Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill), Milton Keynes
our little boy has made huge leaps in his development and confidence.Becky B(Mother of Child)
Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill), Milton Keynes

Acorn Early Years nursery at Kents Hill is ideally located for local families; close to the Kingston retail district and approximately four miles from Junction 13 of the M1 and four miles from Central Milton Keynes.

The nursery has been purpose-built in an innovative octagonal shape, offering lovely, spacious play rooms and a central atrium. Each room leads to extensive garden areas so that the children have access to a...  

Funding & Fees

Full time place starting from £1,690
Full day from £88.50
Morning session from £49.50

Afternoon session from £45.50

Fees are inclusive of all meals, snacks, drinks (including approved formula milk), nappies and activities.
We do not charge registration fees, only a £100 deposit which is refunded against the first month’s fees. We don’t charge for settling in sessions, but we do expect payment for all nursery fees to be paid up front at the beginning of each month, which is standard practice for all childcare providers. We do not charge for bank holidays, our four training days each year, or for the three days closure between Christmas and New Year. We do, however, charge for days children don’t attend through illness or holidays, apart from exceptional circumstances.

Please view the prospectus on our website for a full fees guide.

Contact Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Elena Martuccio (Senior Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Registered Charity Number

  • 1145108

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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, Staff Training Days & between Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • There is secure parking in the nursery grounds

Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) Reviews (177)

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Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) has a Review Score of 10 (9.965) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) has 177 reviews.

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Review from Arnetta L (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son settled in to the nursery soo easily
He was welcomed soo well
He has been taken care of even when his key worker is not around everyone is a key worker
Wonderful staff and amazing management team
My son developed a habit from a previous nursery he was encouraged and has stopped that habit in the shortest time

He is doing soo well now and they are encouraging him in his developmental needs

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Review from Stef R (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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We absolutely love this nursery and more importantly, our little one loves it too. It is a lovely environment, a calm and friendly atmosphere and the staff are amazing. They do so many different activities with the children, take them on trips and always make learning fun. The chef also does an amazing job cooking fresh food each day. Our little one has developed so much since being here and we're so glad we chose Acorn for him to grow in his first years. We would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a safe, caring, all round fantastic setting for your child.

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Review from Ornella C (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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We recently moved our son to Acorn Kents Hill from another setting and the change has been amazing. The staff are genuinely kind and attentive, and it's so clear how much they value the children in their care. They've taken the time to really get to know him, his personality, the little things he loves, and what helps him feel comfortable. He loves all the activities they set up, especially messy play!

We also really appreciate how they make an effort with the language we speak at home. They've asked us about the words he uses and try to include some of them during his day, which makes him feel more at ease and really shows how thoughtful they are.

The biggest reassurance for us is how happy he is there. We know he's excited and settled there, and more often than not he doesn't even want to leave when we pick him up. For us, that says everything. We're incredibly grateful to the whole team for creating such a warm and supportive environment for him.

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Review from Laurie N (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Just wonderful! I literally tell EVERYONE how lucky we are to have found such an amazing nursery. My daughter's creativity, confidence and skills have blossomed while in their care. Their use of the app is amazing.

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Review from Rachel T (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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We recently moved our son to this nursery after taking him out of a previous setting, and we are absolutely blown away by the difference. Every member of staff has been incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in his wellbeing. It's clear they know him personally his interests, his little quirks, and what makes him happy.

The daily handovers are thorough and thoughtful, and I always feel fully updated on how his day has gone. The team puts so much effort into setting up new activities each day, and they consistently support him with his personal needs in such a nurturing way.

Most importantly, he goes in smiling and comes out just as happy. That alone speaks volumes about the environment and the wonderful people who work there. We couldn't be more grateful or more impresse

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Review from Rica O (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Initially, we chose Kents Hill because we loved their ethos and principles about bringing children closer to nature (forest school in the oldest group), allow open play and care about the environment. I also love that the staff do Yoga sessions with the kids.

The nursery staff is always so friendly at drop and pick-ups that shows they thoroughly enjoy being there and caring for my daughter with kindness. I love seeing the pictures and reports of what she is up to and it provides me a window to her little world away from home. They really try to expand the children's horizon and extend their learning by being in tune with their likes and interests.

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Review from Paolo M (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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A fantastic nursery with a warm and nurturing environment! The staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and always go the extra mile to make learning fun and engaging. Our children enjoy coming here, and we've seen so much growth and confidence in them. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe and happy place for their little one

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Review from Xin L (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both our kids attended Acorn at Kents Hill and it is the best nursery! The manager and her team really care about the wellbeing of the children, from the outdoor activities, to healthy diets, to development of the kids. Our kids are in safe hands and they love going to nursery every day!

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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great staff and lots of activity provided for the children. My little one is very happy at the nursery and development wise has been so good.

The staff are very considerate and full of passion for the children and you know that your little one is being looked after.

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Review from louise R (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Acorn nursery provides outstanding care for my daughter & did for my older daughter who also attended. All the staff are so lovely & approachable. I wouldn't recommend anywhere else.

It's helped my children so much with their learning & development. We absolutely love it!

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Review from Y B (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Acorn at Kents Hill is a fantastic nursery. My daughter has been here for over a year and she is thriving. The staff are amazing, caring and very enthusiastic. My daughter has a key person at the nursery so we get regular updates on her progress. At the end of each pick up day there is always a chance to catch up as well. Management here is fantastic. The manager is very hands on within the nursery and hosts some lovely events throughout the year where parents are invited to spend time with their child in nursery.

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Review from Sian P (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Acorn at Kents Hill since September 2024 and he absolutely loves it. He is currently in the Acorn room and is thriving. He can be a fussy eater at home but eats pretty much most meals and snacks served by their fab chef on site. They have plenty of activities for the children to participate in and they go on lots of trips outside of the nursery. He loves his Key person who is lovely. All members of the Acorn room treat him as if they were his key person. They are all so friendly and caring and communication is great. I'm glad a space opened up for him and I couldn't imagine him being at a nicer setting.

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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Excellent Nursery and staff have and no issues at all. The provide the children with a great variety of health homemade food. The outdoor activities are above and beyond which includes forest school in and off the premises. My child loves and the staff are great

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Review from Anu M (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at Kentshill when she was 12 months old. The journey has been fantastic. Staff are very welcoming and pleasant.
Communication with parents is excellent with regular updates.
Its been 6 months now I have to say she picked a lot of good habits from the nursery, very confident and socialising.

Thankyou Acorn!!

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Review from Aimee C (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both of our children attend Kent's Hill Acorn nursery and we love sending them here. We feel they are really cared for and there is so much effort put into helping the children develop and excel. We love it here!

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Review from Camelia S (Grandmother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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I am happy to send my grandson here.
I have a good experience of them
They are carefully and frienfly.
All staff are qualified and the best.
I can recomand to all my friends.

My grandson is very happy to attend this place.

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Review from Titilayo S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Acorn on Kents since 2023, so far his progress has been great, he loves going to the Nursery. And enjoys the Forest School. They are doing so well with him and his progress amazes me every day. The Nursery is 100% recommended.

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Review from K O (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been attending Acorn Day Nursery at Kents Hill since she was 18 months, she is now 3. Ever since day one she has loved going!
She has developed and flourished so much since attending. The staff know her so well and build activities and learning opportunities which meet her needs, giving her new challenges regularly. The management and room teams are just amazing! They are so focused on delivering an enriched learning environment.
Their in house chef prepares and delivers the most amazing menu, very rarely does my little one not eat all of the food offered.
As a parent you receive regular updates of progression, development and amazing pictures of the activities they undertake.

I can't recommend this nursery enough!

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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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A wonderful nursery that I highly recommend to anyone I know with young children. A nurturing, clean, supportive atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for development play and experiences. I could not be happier and have had both my children attend here. The staff clearly care about my child (including my onset child who has left now) and know him extremely well.

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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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I am so pleased with our nursery choice, our daughter has been attending for a year now, since 11 months old and I cannot fault anything about the nursery! The care and effort put in to the children, the nursery environment, and activities, more than shows. Staff are professional, approachable, great at communicating and most of all clearly passionate about the work they do and the children's care, development and safety. The nursery invests in regular training for staff and are always looking to improve which is fantastic. With the focus on outdoor play and natural sensory play and furniture my daughter has thrived and genuinely loves going to nursery!

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Awards / Recognitions (15)

  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Monday 15 Apr 2024

Meet the Team (3)

Elena Martuccio Job Title: Senior Nursery Manager Joined: 2011
Elena Martuccio

Elena worked in the Early Years sector for many years and has been part of the Acorn team since 2011.

During her time at Acorn, she completed her Foundation Degree in her Early Years and progressed from Deputy Manager to Senior Manager. She is passionate about creating a nursery environment which allows all families, children and staff members to feel happy and welcome on a daily basis.

As a Senior Manager, Elena strives to share her knowledge with other practitioners, supporting them to achieve and reach their personal goals and qualifications.

She is also Kents Hill's Designated Safeguarding Lead, so if you ever have any concerns or would like to chat about anything safeguarding-related, please visit or call the nursery and ask to speak to Elena directly - alternatively, the setting can provide a direct email address for her.

Sophie Rodwell Job Title: Assistant Manager Joined: 2007
Sophie Rodwell

Sophie - Deputy Manager has worked in Early Years for many years and joined Acorn in 2007. She is qualified to level 6 and has an Early Years Degree and Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Sophie enjoys being outdoors and has completed her Forest School training.

Julie Weatherstone Job Title: Senior Administrator Joined: 2016
Julie Weatherstone

Julie has been with Acorn since 2016, previously serving as a deputy in a nursery. She holds a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years and an NVQ Level 4 in Office Management. Starting as a nursery administrator, Julie has advanced to Senior Admin, providing valuable support to other Acorn settings.

Frequently Asked Questions about Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill)

What is the Age Range of Children that Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) accepts?

Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) Open?

Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) 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 Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) have capacity for?

Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Acorn Day Nursery (Kents Hill) to the centre of Milton Keynes?

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

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