Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley, Hampshire, is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (July 2024) and offers a purpose-built, welcoming environment where children thrive from babies through to preschool. With spacious, light-filled playrooms, a state-of-the-art sensory room, and a large garden featuring a woodland area, mud kitchen, and growing garden, they provide rich opportunities for exploration.
Their experienced, multicultural team supports a diverse and inclusive learning approach, underpinned by the EYFS...
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Grandir UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Erika Maindrou (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 40
Total Places for Children
- 134
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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 Whiteley Reviews (146)
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.743) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley has 146 reviews.
We have a fantastic experience of Kiddi Caru in Whiteley. The staff are always friendly and kind and always make us feel so comfortable to leave our child with them. Our little boy is thriving at the nursery and he enjoys coming in to see the three key workers in his room. The nursery displays are always wonderful to come in to in both the entrance and the rooms. My child enjoys eating the food at nursery and there is always a variety to chose from. I have also been impressed with the amount of extra activities that he gets to take part e.g world book day, pancake day etc. He also comes home with some lovely things that he has made for Xmas, Mother's Day, Easter. Thank you so much to all the staff at the nursery especially the key workers in starfish room. Our boy is doing so well and we are so happy with his care. Thank you so much.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience and that your child is thriving with us. It is wonderful to know our friendly team helps you feel comfortable and that your child has built strong relationships with the Starfish...
Can't really complain otherwise.
Thank you so much for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. We are delighted to hear that you are so happy overall and appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us. Our nurseries are committed to providing a well balanced, nutritious range of meals that introduce children to new...
Friendly, helpful staff, really happy with the work you are doing. :)
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. Our staff work hard to create a positive experience for every family, and your kind words mean a great deal to us.
We are very happy with Starfish Room and the nursery as a whole. Everyone is so lovely and welcoming. Would highly recommend the nursery. We love Charlie, Mia and Ann very much!
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. We are so pleased to hear how happy you are with the Starfish Room and the nursery as a whole. It is lovely to know that the team have made you feel so welcome, and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to Charlie, Mia and Ann. Thank you for your recommendation.
Mylo has been at the nursery since he was 1 and in all the rooms up to Dolphin. Every room has been full of friendly, caring staff, and Mylo has always been happy to come in. The development and facilities have been fantastic!
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. We are thrilled to hear that Mylo has enjoyed his journey with us from his early days through to Dolphin. It is wonderful to know he has felt happy and settled in each room and that the team's care has made such a positive difference. Our staff work hard to create a welcoming environment that supports every child's development.
Very happy with the overall experience of Kiddi Caru, the staff and surroundings are brilliant and great for the development of young children.
Thank you so much for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley. We are delighted to hear that you are very happy with your overall experience and that both our team and environment have made such a positive impression. Our staff work hard to create a setting that supports children's development in a safe, engaging and nurturing way.
Lovely nursery, staff are so kind with our little one.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Whiteley, we are so pleased to hear your positive feedback. Our staff are committed and passionate about early years, and they work hard to create a warm, caring environment where every child feels supported and valued.
My daughter started when she was very young and we have had nothing but praise for this nursery ever since. The baby room staff reassured me so much during the settling in stage and were such lovely genuinely nice individuals. Every room the staff have been amazing and made us feel so content and happy when we send her in knowing she is well looked after and enjoyed. The resources are great and we have even copied some ideas for home. My daughter loves going to nursery, and is always doing something fun there. I am in constant communication with staff and get updates whenever asked. I feel so reassured and trust them with her everyday needs. Every room she has learnt so much and we have build such nice relationships with the staff.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Whiteley. We are very pleased to hear that you have felt confident and supported throughout your time with us. Providing reassurance to families and creating a positive experience from the earliest stages is something our team takes great pride in.
We feel so fortunate that our son is able to attend this nursery. The staff are so attentive, kind and welcoming and it's clear to see how much they care about all the children. My son's confidence has grown so fast since being at Kiddi Caru and he's so excited every day to go to nursery. The range and quality of meals they provide reassure me that my child is not only getting the nutrition he needs, but also the experience of trying new foods. Communication from the staff has been faultless and I feel confident dropping my son off every day.
Thank you so much for your review of Kiddi Caru Whiteley. We're delighted to hear your son is so happy at nursery and that his confidence has grown so much since joining us. It's lovely to know you feel reassured by the care from our team, the meals provided, and the communication you receive each day. We're so pleased he enjoys coming in and is trying lots of new things along the way.
Both of my children have attended Kiddi Caru since they were six months old and I have always felt very happy leaving them there. My son is now at school and loved his time at nursery - which I think stood him in good stead for his first year in Reception. My daughter has now spent a year there and walks in without turning back! All of the staff members are lovely and the menu is so varied. The facilities always seem clean and modern, and the place is always decorated brilliantly. There is always a new celebration going on and something different for the kids to engage in.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're so pleased to hear that both of your children have had such a positive early years experience with us! Ensuring children feel confident, happy and are equipped with the positive life skills they need to succeed at...
Didn't settle. Would scream going in, be sobbing before I've picked him up, hysterical when he saw me. Always hungry after nursery. Would scream if he knew he was going to nursery. Was mute at nursery. Been at his new nursery has never once cried going in. Is chatty, has friends, so much confidence. A completely different child as to what he was at Kiddi caru. Google reviews won't accept my review. Likely other parents have seen the light and complained. I feel guilty that I left him at that place. Taking him out was the best thing I've ever done.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We are genuinely sorry to hear how difficult the settling-in period felt for both you and your child. Throughout his time with us, our team worked closely with you both to support him in his...
We have been really pleased with the care, commitment and dedication the staff at Kiddi Caru give our children. They are always so thoughtful and caring in looking after our boys. We really love hearing about all the things the boys have been up to and the pictures they upload for us on the app! A massive shout out to Emily, Charlie and Mia in particular, who have been so caring with our boys - but all the staff have been amazing!! Thanks for all that you do.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with our team's exceptional level of care, commitment and dedication! Maintaining strong communication with our families is so important to us and we keep our families...
My child enjoys himself at the nursery and always comes home talking about the friends he has played with and activities he has done. The staff are all very friendly and make my child feel comfortable.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. It's great to hear that your little one is enjoying his time with us, building friendships and enjoying the variety of engaging activities our team provides. They all work incredibly hard to provide a warm and welcoming environment where each child's needs are supported and nurtured.
A kind and caring setting who go out of their way to promote and encourage different events e.g. World Book Day. Any queries addressed and responded to. Thank you.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Whiteley. We're delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with us. Creating a kind, caring and supportive environment is at the heart of what we do, so it's wonderful to know this shines through in your family's...
My little boy seems so happy here. Is growing and learning plenty. Always welcoming and warm staff.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're delighted to hear that your little one is happy and thriving with us! Children enjoy a warm and supportive nursery environment with high-quality age appropriate resources and thoughtfully-designed rooms which nurture growth and encourage exploration and discovery.
Everyone at Kiddi Caru has been excellent with both my children. They really get to know them well and what they do and don't like. They all understand that bringing a little one to nursery can be an emotional time for parents and really ease the nerves with lots of photos and stories at handover. I would recommend Kiddi Caru to anyone. We have been so happy here. Everyone in Starfish is just wonderful!!
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're so pleased to hear that you and your family are so happy with your nursery experience! Our dedicated team really take the time to get to know each individual child and their unique personalities to help provide the...
All staff have been so kind and amazing. My son has settled in better than expected. All staff genuinely care and it's so lovely to see. The atmosphere in the nursery is so welcoming and clean.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're delighted to hear that your little one has settled in so well! Children are welcomed into our warm, friendly nursery environment by our dedicated team who take the time to get to know them and their individual...
My daughter is always happy to go in and can tell is enjoying her time in nursery. The setting offers lots of different activities, the food variety is great and nursery workers are attentive.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're so pleased to hear that your little one is enjoying her time here! Our friendly team provide a variety of educational activities which provide plenty of fun opportunities for children to learn new skills. A range...
My son is in crab room for one day a week only, despite feeling nervous about him starting nursery, he settled really quickly and is flourishing. I am impressed at the staff's ability to get to know him in such a short time. I am hugely grateful and impressed by the vegan options provided for his meals. I thank the whole team for their efforts in giving their best possible care to my son thus far.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. We're delighted to hear that your little one is flourishing with us! Our dedicated team builds strong relationships with each child, getting to know and understand their needs so they can provide the right support and...
My son Hugo waits at the front door to come to nursery in the morning, he loves it here so much. It's his home away from home with truly amazing and caring staff. We don't know what we would do without you all.
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Whiteley. It's lovely to hear that your little one is so excited to come to nursery in the mornings! Our team are dedicated to ensuring each child feels happy, secure and right at home in our warm and supportive nursery environment.
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News (5) & Events (0)
- Posted: Friday 20 Feb 2026Grandir UK offers employment options designed for today’s childcare professionals. Grandir UK has launched GrandFlex, a suite of flexible working options designed to empower childcare professionals with greater control over...
- Posted: Monday 20 Oct 2025Grandir UK is delighted to announce that we’ve been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Education and Training™ by Great Place to Work® UK for 2025. Our...
- Posted: Monday 28 Jul 2025Leading childcare provider Grandir UK, home of multiple nursery brands like Kiddi Caru and Dicky Birds, has been Great Place to Work-Certified™ for a third consecutive year. This accreditation is...
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Awards / Recognitions (13)
- Recipient: Grandir UKDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Grandir UKDate: Sunday 01 Jun 2025
- Recipient: Grandir UKDate: Sunday 01 Jun 2025
Meet the Team (1)
Erica has 14 years of nursery experience and has a great passion to inspire her team to provide exceptional childcare. She takes the greatest care in delivering the right level of support and encouragement, ensuring all children grow in confidence, build on important social skills, and learn at their own pace in an enabling and creative environment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley
What is the Age Range of Children that Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley accepts?
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley Open?
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley is open: 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.
How many Children does Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley have capacity for?
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley has capacity for a total of 134 Children.
How far is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Whiteley to the centre of Fareham?
3.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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