Co-op Childcare Carterton

My daughter has attended the nursery for six months now, from only 9 months old. Although it is rarely something a parents wants, needing a nursery isn't ideal, I have nothing but great things to say about Little Pioneers in Carterton. She has gone from a baby who breathheld crying dropping her off, to walking over to a staff member for a cuddle then happily being sat down for a snack as I leave. The women in Ladybirds and Caterpillars, are amazing, what they juggle is incredible and my daughter seems genuinely so happy and settled. They truly care about her, and it is so clear to see. I am incredibly grateful to them because it means I can comfortably care for other people's children in nursing. I'm also very impressed at the communication on the family app. Fantastic nursery, thank you!

My son very rarely talked before going here and now he has taken on new words while attending the coop nursery in Carterton. All staff are polite very understanding of my sons needs and has helped us as a family too. Love when I get sent pictures and updates! On pick up always give you a run down of how his day has been

My daughter has been at this nursery since she was 10 months and is now off to school so she has experienced every room. From the beginning the staff were all warm, caring and engaged. She enjoys the healthy food and it's and it's such a bonus that all the children eat the same food together. She has grown so much from a shy baby to a confident and chatty little girl and a lot of the credit goes to nursery. Activities have always been plentiful, fun, varied and age appropriate. She loves the big garden and especially the mud kitchen, dancing and singing, yoga, drawing and painting. The management have always been kind, welcoming and helpful. I couldn't recommend the nursery highly enough and anticipate the transition to school will be easy as she has experienced a busy and active but also really caring and child focused nursery environment.

We are so grateful for everything the team has done, and I always recommend this nursery to anyone who asks. Little Pioneers Carterton has been such a special part of our journey, and we will really miss it.

Our son started at Carterton in November, and he loves it. We can really see his speech coming on, and he's started to sing whilst he's playing at home which is great! The nursery have been great with him, and you can definitely see his confidence levels increasing. If he's a little upset in the mornings, they always know exactly how to handle him. It's so easy to speak with the nursery too, even if I have what I think is a silly question! We definitely made the right choice for him.

The nursery has great communication with parents in person and via the app.

Really recommend the nursery to everyone speak to.

Our 2-year-old has been going here for 8 months now and loves it. She always talks about her friends and what she has been up to as well as coming out with new things that she’s been learning about. The team are all really friendly, kind and caring and keep us informed at pick-ups and via an app, regularly getting pictures too. I have seen my daughter’s confidence grow since starting here and this has been supported during potty training also. They always provide great activities for the children and have let them have free flow in the room and outside, going out in all weathers too.

My son absolutely loves going to nursery, and since going, he has grown in confidence. The room leaders and nursery practitioners are so lovely and really care about the children. They are always learning something new and always kept busy. My son has thrived in preschool, and I couldn't have picked a better nursery. Thank you so much to the manager and the team!

My little girl loves coming to nursery and thrives here every day. Her speech and confidence have come on so much since being here, and every member of staff she passes takes the time to say hello and ask her how she is with a big smile on her face. It's our home from home.

I have no hesitations in recommending the nursery, we are very happy with the care our son receives.

Our daughter just finished her three and a half year journey with the Co-op nursery. From the sad, shy little twelve months old baby to a confident, beautiful girl ready to start her next adventure at primary school, the Co-op staff were there with us along the way. All through Covid and beyond, we couldn’t be any more grateful for the years of love, support, care, occasional tears, but mostly knowledge they gave her, especially in the last year in preschool, in order to provide her with an amazing start on her next adventure. All the staff been amazing, all the way from ladybirds to preschool. Our daughter will really miss seeing you all, but not too much as we are continuing our Co-op journey with our second eighteen month old daughter and we wouldn't have it any other way. Thank you for everything!

The staff at this nursery are all brilliant, friendly and great with my two children. There’s lots of different activities and my eldest has amazing writing and spelling skills already, which can only be down to the staff teaching him.

My daughter attended for 3 years, full days, 4 times a week and absolutely loved it. Everyone was so caring and helped her become the confident little lady she is today. She was in very safe hands and I could not have asked for anything more.

We are going to miss the staff here a huge amount, the support they give to families is invaluable and goes a long way to ensuring that we were, as parents, confident they were giving the best care.

All 3 of my children attended this setting, and 2 still do, it has been wonderful to watch my children grow and interact with other children and staff members. I always receive a detailed handover, and feel that my children are well cared for and given individualised care with learning etc. They are always happy while in the nursery/preschool and fed well. Staff are very hot on accident forms and letting us know of any head bumps, and on days that they are sad leaving mummy I get pictures of them playing happily minutes after I leave.

My son has been going to this nursery since September 2021. Management, key workers and staff in general are all friendly and kind, nothing is ever too much. My son settled in quickly and he absolutely loves going to nursery, sometimes cries if I pick him up early (I think he feels like he’s missing out!). I can’t thank the Co-op Nursery Carterton enough for being part of my boy's journey and helping him grow. He’s leaving such a different boy to what he started as, and he’ll definitely miss everyone when he leaves this month as he’s going to big school in September. We will never forget you all. Thank you for being such a big part of our lives, the help and kindness shown and for helping our little boy to grow, shine and flourish. A nursery definitely recommended.

My son has settled in beautifully to the nursery. He is very happy and has a great relationship with the adults. He goes to nursery enthusiastically and comes home every day full of stories about his day. We feel confident that he’s safe and nurtured throughout the day.

Really lovely friendly staff in all 3 rooms my child has transitioned through. My son really loves coming to nursery now to explore and make connections with other children his age. The app is brilliant for a parent to see the up-to-date info. I especially love seeing what my child has eaten, it gives me inspiration on meals at home.

My daughter started in September 2022 and absolutely loves attending. The staff are always so lovely, welcoming and helpful. My daughter has made such good bonds with the staff and always looks forward to going in and seeing them. The management team are also super helpful when I’ve had enquiries etc. Cannot fault the nursery at all, looking forward to my youngest joining in the upcoming months and seeing her have the same positive experience as the staff always talk to her at drop off/pick up too. Highly recommend this nursery!