Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre

10 Victoria Court, New Street, Chelmsford CM1 1GP
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  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre, Chelmsford
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Chelmsford is rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023) and provides high-quality Early Years care in a vibrant, city-centre setting.

Located just five minutes from the train station, they offer five ground-floor rooms, a sensory room, cosy library, and a large outdoor area with a covered classroom for free-flow access. Their long-standing, supportive team build strong partnerships with families and tailor learning experiences to each child’s individual journey. Their curriculum blends the Curiosity Approach, Hygge, and Loose Parts Play, alongside their unique education programmes including Make & Bake, Move & Groove, and Sing & Sign.

Families are kept updated through the Famly App, and community outings, stay and play sessions, and fun events bring the nursery community together. They take pride in providing a welcoming, inclusive space where children feel valued, confident and ready for school.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Anna Yeates (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 40

Total Places for Children

  • 94

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre Reviews (120)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.864) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre has 120 reviews.

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Review from Keira M (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’ve sent my son to Kiddi Caru since I moved to the area. My son has been thriving ever since he started here and has made many friends. The staff are kind and professional at all times. Would highly recommend it.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is thriving with us! Our team works hard to provide a great variety of stimulating activities alongside…read more
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Review from Caroline P (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery team and setting! Both of my boys love it! We have used the nursery since the start of Covid lockdowns (it remained open for key workers) and have built strong, trusted relationships with the team there. My boys love going and have really strong bonds with their key carers and the
wider team.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hello, we are so pleased to hear that both of your boys have enjoyed nursery and your family have had a great experience with us. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, thank…read more
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Review from B M (Father of Child) published on 6 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff were very polite and took great care of my son. I was taken by surprise to find out that my little one had developed a close bonding with one of the staff and enjoyed going to the daycare. Overall, Im very happy with Kiddi Karu Chelmsford.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one enjoyed his time with us! Providing exceptional care and education to each family is something our team…read more
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Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has cared for both my children from around 10 months until they progressed to primary school. The staff are lovely and work so hard. Great catering, beautiful garden and sensory room. Both of my children developed well at Kiddi Caru. The graduation day was very special. I have had a child
at this nursery since 2014 and will miss all the staff!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so glad to hear that both of your little ones enjoyed their time with us! Our warm, dedicated team works incredibly hard to give every child…read more
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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter looked forward to going to nursery. She loved the staff and all the activities they did during the day. I was happy to see her come home excited about the day. She attended Kiddi Caru for 2 years and was sad to leave for big school. She loved her teacher. The staff are amazing. So helpful
and friendly. I would highly recommend Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, passionate team work incredibly hard to provide a great variety of fun, engaging and educational activities, so it's great to hear…read more
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Review from Sarah E (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru has been a wonderful setting for my daughter. She started going at 11 months and left in September to start school. They have been so attentive and nothing is ever too much. The communication is amazing. My daughter has adored her time there and having the staff contribute to her skills has
been lovely. She would say or do things and I would ask how do you know that and she would proudly tell me she had learnt it at nursery. To have a nursery setting where you don't have to worry about your child is so precious and know your child is being looked after and nurtured. Very accommodating and you are never made to feel anything is too much.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team work incredibly hard to provide a fun, supportive and nurturing environment where every child can flourish. Our carefully-curated…read more
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Review from David G (Father of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic venue and staff. Our son was at Kiddi Caru Chelmsford for 3 years and attended throughout the covid pandemic. The staff at the nursery were amazing throughout and our son's confidence, character and development are a testament to their approach and hardwork. Highly recommended.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so lovely to hear that our dedicated, passionate staff were able to help your son develop his confidence and other important skills.
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Review from Rachel M (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault this nursery! I am so grateful for all of the wonderful memories my daughter has made here along with the lovely friends - which include multiple members of staff! Everybody is so kind, helpful and friendly and there's nothing more fulfilling than seeing your child jumping up and down
in the corridor buzzing to go in for the day! Thank you so much for everything, I am so lucky to have had such a positive nursery experience which I have so many fond memories of!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so glad to hear that your daughter had such a great time with us, playing, learning and making friends.
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Review from Maria T (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everything was wonderful!
My girl felt good in this nursery!
She enjoyed every day.
The staff were friendly and attentive!
And the payment was ok for me to attend this.
Thank you very much!
Good luck!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad to hear that your daughter enjoyed her time with us. Our dedicated team work hard to provide a great variety of activities and engaging…read more
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Review from Alin B (Father of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't be happier with this nursery. Our daughter loved it from day one and so did we. Very friendly staff and professional. Would definitely recommend it.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our brilliant team work hard to provide exceptional care and education for every family. It's so great to hear that your daughter enjoyed her time with…read more
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Review from Emiliya Y (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had a really good experience with all Kiddi Caru staff.
I want to say a big thank you to all of them. They are so friendly and I highly recommend this nursery.
My son's social skills and early years learning and development, we have always been pleased with the staff communication from the nursery.
I am very happy and grateful that they have had this wonderful experience at this lovely nursery.
Thanks a lot.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for the kind words about our team. We're so pleased to hear that you had a really good experience with us. Our carefully-curated education…read more
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Review from Lisa P (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter attended Kiddi Caru from August 2018 to September 2022.
She loved every moment of it and was sad to leave to go on to school!
She made close bonds with the staff members and I was always happy with the level of care shown by the staff.
She would always come out smiling and chatting
about her day.
I highly recommend Kiddi Caru.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team work incredibly hard to provide exceptional care and education to all our families. They provide a great variety of fun, engaging…read more
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has just finished nursery to go to school, and my daughter currently still goes. When leaving I encouraged my son to write a thank you card to the team in his room, he insisted on writing a card each to so many people, including some of the lovely people who help out during lunch or who prepare
his meals. He loved his time at nursery, and everyone made him feel safe and happy. He actually wanted to take 'his adults' with him to school. They are all so fantastic. My daughter is a completely different personality to my son, and she loves them just as much. I have never doubted the safety, happiness and support my children would have here. Even in my worst anxiety-ridden moments I have been confident sending them to nursey and knew I was making a good choice. I can't thank the staff and team enough for everything they do. They are amazing and I consider myself lucky that my kids go here.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's lovely to hear that your son felt so happy with our team. They're all so passionate and work incredibly hard to ensure every child has a great…read more
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Review from Keeley P (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru has been a wonderful place for my daughter to attend. She learned so many new skills and gained knowledge through play and learn. She loved her time there and as a parent, I couldn't recommend it highly enough.
The staff were always friendly, polite and helpful. The whole experience was
fantastic. A great place.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team works exceptionally hard to create a warm, friendly and fun environment in which children feel confident enough to begin developing new,…read more
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Review from Agi H (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My youngest child has just finished nursery and started school. The care my children had received for the last 7 years has been good. Both boys liked attending, had a good time and had been provided with a nurturing environment. Staff have been great and supportive.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team works exceptionally hard to provide an environment that's happy, supportive and nurturing, so children feel comfortable and confident…read more
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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two daughters have attended this nursery from the age of 10 months and now the eldest is due to leave the preschool room, aged 4 at the end of August this year. Both children have been very happy and created great bonds with the staff and other children. They have shown good progression with their
social skills and early years learning and development and we have always been pleased with the staff communication from the nursery.


I am very happy and grateful that they have had this wonderful experience at this lovely nursery.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad that both your daughters are enjoying their time at Kiddi Caru Chelmsford. Providing exceptional education is a core part of our mission…read more
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Review from I B (Father of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I want to say thank you to all the staff on Kiddi Caru for everything you do for my daughter for the next step in her life! Friendly staff, highly recommend the nursery! She will miss all the moments! A big thank you, guys; you are amazing!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate your kind words about our team. They get to know each child individually and work incredibly hard to help them develop their…read more
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Review from Viv N (Grandmother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is a truly amazing place. Our granddaughter will soon be leaving to go to Big School but the 4 years she has spent at Kiddi Caru have helped her to become emotionally intelligent, secure, resilient and ready to take on the joys and challenges of the next
stage of her development. Thank you to all the staff who have nurtured her during these formative years. We will always remember you.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Ensuring that our older children all have the skills and confidence needed to succeed is a huge priority for us. We're very glad to…read more
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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been with Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre for the last three years and just graduated, ready for big school. What a graduation ceremony that was! Full of fun, an amazing amount of thought and effort by staff and thoughtful leaving presents for the children. My daughter
loves the nursery and as a parent, I have felt so reassured and confident that my child is understood very well and looked after accordingly and that she is thriving every day! My daughter was a shy child who spoke very little with adults and somewhat lacked confidence. This was especially caused by the Pandemic. But just finishing preschool now, I can safely say that she is confident, well mannered and very ready for school. I cannot thank her carers and staff enough and fully recommend Kiddi Caru to any parent!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our graduation ceremonies are always such a lovely event, bringing everybody together to say goodbye and celebrate the children's achievements. Our…read more
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Review from Claire D (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It’s lovely to see how happy and excited my little boy is when he turns up to nursery every day. It also makes me happy that he interacts well with other children and I love hearing about his day at nursery. He is progressing so much and it is thanks to the support that he is receiving from such a great
nursery.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.864)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.864) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.864 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is calculated as follows: ( (200 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 228 Ratings = 4.864
  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 Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre is based on 19 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 94 number of registered child places is 18.8, which has been reached with 19 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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Anna

Anna

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Anna received her first Ofsted Outstanding Judgement whilst working with Kiddi Caru and is dedicated to providing that outstanding service to the children and families in her care, everyday.

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