Julia Durbin Day Nursery (Oxford)

They have a lot more on offer than other nurseries as they seem to do lots of fun activities as well as having a fantastic selection of toys and books. The baby garden is well equipped. They have catered for lots of our special requirements including cloth nappies and it is as probably as close to being cared for at home as you can get in this sort of childcare environment. It is a lot more expensive than other nursery options in the area but the little touches make it worth the extra cost.

It has meant an enormous amount to us as a family to have had such wonderful support from the whole team at Julia Durbin, over the last 4 years. Until I became a parent, I really had no appreciation of how important great childcare is for both parents and children, especially in these early years. When I first signed my eldest son up to Caterpillars in 2012, I was such a nervous mum, and he was such an emotional baby! But with your help and nurture, he has blossomed into a wonderfully confident, sociable boy. And I'm so much more confident too (although the disorganisation and forgetfulness are incurable). Bringing my second son along in 2012 was a wonderful experience, he slotted right on in, and has been so loved by all of the staff. What an enormous difference it made to me when I had a toddler and a newborn, to know that I could bring them to a safe, happy, comfortable place.

Thank you, to the whole team.

I have confidence leaving him in their care, knowing he is well looked after, stimulated and happy.

My daughter attended Julia Durbin for 3 1/2 years, progressing from the baby room through to pre-school. The care in each room was fantastic and my daughter formed very close relationships with her key people. She has made some lovely friends and we will miss the nursery very much! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Julia Durbin to anyone.

I would highly recommend Julia Durbin!

Great nursery, helpful and pleasant staff. Outdoor area really well set up. Food always nutritious. Administration very well organised. Great family activities. Great report with photos given to each child. My son was very happy there and made great friends.

Julia Durbin has been fantastic for my 2 year old son. He has been attending this nursery since he was 10 months old and each room he has been in, has been excellent. He has been encouraged to become independent and enjoys all the facilities and activities that are provided.

My daughter is just leaving Julia Durbin to start school, she has attended since she was 2 and a half. She has completely enjoyed her time at the nursery, I am sure because she has received such good care there. She tells me that she will miss all the grown ups very much. I have found everyone at the nursery to be professional and friendly, the nursery is very well resourced with lovely outdoor space, good toys, and the food is, according to my daughter, very nice! I would certainly recommend the nursery to anyone.

I would like to thank all members of staff that have helped with the care of my child. She has come on in leaps and bounds whilst attending the Julia Durbin Day Nursery, and whilst it was at the top of our price range, I couldn't have sent her anywhere else.

We as parents have been impressed with the level of education, the variety of meals and the care and compassion provided each day. Being able to go to work without a worry and knowing our child is in very capable hands has been more than relieving, this is just something money cannot buy.