Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Bovingdon

Our son is just finishing up at pre-school at Old Macdonalds in Bovingdon, and I honestly don't think we could have found a better setting for him. Every step of the way from the baby room to school transitioning the nursery has been wonderful. The staff are all amazing, the children lovely and the outside space is fantastic. I couldn't it recommend it more highly!

Both our children have thrived here and as parents we have been so happy with everything old macs have provided. From food, facilities, activities, farm trips and of course care, we cannot fault them. As our youngest son is about to "graduate" and move into reception this September we can see how well prepared the children are for this next step in their lives, just as our older one was. It will be sad to say goodbye to everyone at old macs who have been there in these key years, of not just our children's lives but ours too as new parents! Brilliant nursery that I would recommend to anyone.

Old MacDonalds is a fantastic nursery, it's a warm, friendly and safe environment and I can't recommend it highly enough. The staff are welcoming and approachable, I know my daughter is always well looked after and the progress she has made in the last year has been wonderful to see

We as a family love Old Macdonalds Bovingdon. My son has been going since he was 9 months old, he is now almost 2 and half. The way he has developed in this time, from counting, to his ABCs and his social skills has been amazing. They show so much love, care and attention towards him and the other children and I couldn't be happier to send him here everyday. All the staff are fantastic, a big thank you from us

The staff at old MacDonalds Bovingdon nursery are amazing. My son loves them all especially a few members of staff. They go above and beyond to make children feel settled and safe and most importantly have lots of fun. The chef makes them delicious and healthy meals and snacks and the admin team are efficient and always quick to respond.

The farm is a great bonus and she enjoys all fo the time they spend outside playing.

My daughter has been at Old Macs Bovingdon since she was a year old and she's now about to start school , every member of staff is friendly, welcoming and great with the children, my daughter is always happy and excited to go into nursery and loves telling em about her day when I collect her. Richard cooks a variety of food that's healthy and fun and she's always wanting me to make it at home! I feel safe in the knowledge she's looked after and cared for while she's there!

Old MacDonalds Bovingdon is such a great setting where the children are so supported and thrive in such a positive caring environment. The staff are brilliant at bringing the best out of the children (and supporting the parents too!!). The activities they offer are incredible especially the use of the farm and outdoor space is wonderful. The children are so happy and becoming so confident it's so wonderful to see. 5 star rating from us.

I can't say enough about the amazing experience we've had at Old MacDonald in Bovingdon. From the moment our son started at 11 months old in 2020, right up to this very day, it has exceeded our expectations. What really drew us in was the idea of having the farm so close and having that regular access for the children. The staff are incredibly warm, welcoming and professional, ensuring that each child feels safe, comfortable and loved, which as a parent, is the most important thing. One of the standout qualities of this nursery is how personable they have been over the years by celebrating and supporting us whenever we have had big news/changes at home. We are so grateful that our son has had such an incredible experience in the first years of his life as we understand just how important those early years are. We wholeheartedly recommend Old Macdonald Bovingdon to any parent looking for a nurturing and personalised experience for their child.

From the teachers to the chef, to the admin team, nothing ever seems too much. You make the guilt and anxiety that parents may feel at leaving their little ones, just disappear, and I can't thank you enough for that!

I feel like I know all the staff so well from the years passed because they are all so welcoming and take the time to chat. It really is like one big happy family!

Over the last few months, my son was anxious about going to preschool and leaving mummy and daddy. We expressed this with the preschool team, two in particular. They gave us some advice regarding dropping him off and they always made a fuss of him when he arrived. When we arrived to pick him up they would often say come and see him and he would be playing with his friends, having a great time which reassured my husband and I.

I always have, and will continue to, recommend the setting to any parent I meet.

We couldn't be happier with Old Macdonald Bovingdon! From the lovely and ever-helpful office staff to the wonderful room staff, the farm trips to the creative classroom activities, there is always something going on. Our son has thrived in his last year at this nursery, and has loved both rooms he's been in. The staff goes out of their way to celebrate everything and everyone and make the days interesting for the children. We also really enjoy the 'stay and play' sessions with other parents, and have built a good community as a result. Keep it up!

The settling-in process has been smooth, with the team providing incredible care and reassurance. On our first settling-in session, it was clear how happy and comfortable the children were, with laughter filling the rooms which was a wonderful, telling sign. The facilities are excellent, communication is seamless, and the staff are great. It's a truly lovely nursery, and I highly recommend it!

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Old Macdonald's Bovingdon. Moving here over a year ago, we left behind a beloved nursery, so we were naturally cautious. The positive reviews and outdoor space drew us in, and now we fully understand why they have an Ofsted outstanding rating. Our children joined at 10 months and 3 years and we couldn't be happier with both their experiences. The staff make a genuine effort to know each child individually, and our son's fifth word was the name of his adored room manager! The environment is warm and welcoming, with activities like farm visits, themed weeks, and events such as a nativity, graduation, and Christmas party. Even the management team and chef take time to connect with the children, involving them in growing fresh vegetables in the nursery's allotment. Though there are closer nurseries, the trip is worthwhile. Thank you to the wonderful team at Old MacDonald's Bovingdon for creating such a special place!

We feel so grateful to have found such a wonderful nursery. Our daughter started here at 10 months old in the baby room and settled immediately. The staff are so wonderful, caring and engaging and really seem like they enjoy the time spent with the children. Our daughter is always happy and excited to start her day and is just as happy at pick up later on. Her days are filled with activities, learning, playing and trips to the farm. Communication is great, the little touches such as letting us know the current songs they are learning are great as we can sing them at home - we've noticed her doing the incy wincy hand movements when we sing along together! We really couldn't ask for a more caring and nurturing environment and just thank you all so much for making her start at the nursery such a wonderful transition.

I couldn't rate Old Macdonald's more highly. I have 2 daughters there (1 in nursery and 1 in pre-school), and they have the most amazing time and arrive so happy each morning. The teaching staff are fantastic and provide a wide variety of experiences for the children to thrive in. The facilities are outstanding and the added bonus is, it is situated next to a working farm, so the children regularly go over there to meet and interact with the animals. The food provided is very nutritious and offers a wide variety of flavours. Thank you for making my daughter's experience so wonderful.

Overall, I couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery. It's a wonderful place where my child feels safe, happy, and engaged. I highly recommend it to any parents looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their children.

The staff are wonderful, they care for my child and it is clear he is happy there and gets excited to go. He started very young and the staff have helped me along the various stages and its always felt like teamwork, long may it continue. It's a warm, friendly and inclusive environment.