The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

6 Woodmansterne Lane, Banstead, SM7 3ES
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9.7 71 Reviews
The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep is a private day care Nursery situated in a beautiful listed building on Woodmansterne Lane. At The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep, children have the opportunity to explore the outside world. There is a Forest School on site and it is an inspirational process that offers all learners regular opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland or natural environment with trees. A day in the life of a child at Forest School includes; Going on a bear hunt and finding the bear in the woods, making perfume and potions in the outdoor mud kitchen, whittling pieces of wood to make equipment for the session and enjoying hot chocolates/marshmallow round the fire pit.

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep was awarded a Good Ofsted rating in March 2023.

The Nursery is open full-time from 8:00am – 6:00pm caring for children from 3 months to 5 years.

The Nursery and staff's philosophy is that every child they care for deserves a calm, caring, safe and stimulating environment in which the children can learn through a robust curriculum. They provide opportunities based on children's interests and plan for their development on an individual basis throughout the terms.

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep have an onsite working Chef who prepares all the meals from fresh ingredients and plans balanced seasonal menus.
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Type of Service

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

Person in charge

  • Laura Malthouse (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 42

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School Reviews (71)

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9.7

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School has 71 reviews.

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Review from Hannah L (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with our experience at The Old Barn nursery! From the very first day, the entire team has gone above and beyond to create a nurturing, safe, and happy environment for our child. The staff are not only professional and attentive but also genuinely kind and caring. It's clear they
truly love what they do.


Our child has blossomed in confidence, communication, and creativity since joining. Every day is filled with exciting learning opportunities, imaginative play, and plenty of outdoor time. They offer unique experiences such as having a fire truck visit! The activities are thoughtfully planned, encouraging curiosity and independence.


We especially appreciate the frequent updates and photos, which keep us connected and informed. It's so comforting to know that our little one is not just cared for, but truly thriving and loved.


Thank you Old Barn Nursery for giving our child such a happy and enriching start. We feel incredibly lucky to have our child with you

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for the kind review. This was lovely to read and know how happy you are with the care you're provided. Thriving with a team that have so much care and passion makes the job a lot easier and smooth. Really are so proud to work within such an amazing group of practitioners. Little man is such a delight and full of personality! You are a wonderful family to look after and I am beyond happy that you chose us as your nursery provider! I will ensure the team get to read this lovely review. Thank you

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Review from N F (Father of Child) published on 19 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been full time at the Old Barn since May 2024 and we are beyond thrilled that we picked here! The girls are lovely and you can tell they really care about the children as individuals. Communication is top notch.
The daily activities are varied (rugby tots, forest school, painting, water
play etc) and keeps the kids thoroughly entertained.
Regular parents evenings are brilliant and you're given to opportunity to request anything you'd like the girls to specifically work on with your child (e.g speech, counting etc). This has ensured our son's speech has come on leaps and bounds and he often surprises us with new words and sentences learnt at nursery.
The menu is varied and adaptable. The food seems to go down a treat and always smells delicious.
Facilities are clean, tidy and they have everything you'd want for a growing child. The recent garden reno has been a massive bonus.
We know he's had the best day if he comes home filthy!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Coming home dirty is seen as a great thing by most people! I am a strong believer that the messier they are, the more fun they have had! Being a forest school based setting we always ensure they are changed at the appropriate measures of dirtiness or if their clothes are wet. But most of the time, mud patches, paint splodges and a sprinkle of glitter means they have been opened up to a lot of valuable experiences throughout the day! Thank you so much for your kind words, you are a great family to work with and little man is a delight to care for! I will ensure the team are made aware of the review you have left as it is incredibly vital for them to hear the wonderful things you have to say! Thank you so much

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Review from Megan N (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can not be more pleased with the Old Barn Nursery for our Son, since starting in February this year he has absolutely excelled, his speech, his confidence and all around.
The staff at the nursery couldn't do enough for him, they are so friendly, caring and helpful.
He can't run In the front door
quick enough on the drop off's.
Something else we have noticed from the nursery is the amount of attention each child receives, and if we have any issues with anything they immediately offer their support and help.


The outside space especially is something our son loves, we are always updated with pictures and comments of him being outside, playing in the garden and constantly learning new things.
Would recommend the old barn to anyone that asks.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for the kind review! Really happy to read that and will ensure the team are aware of this also. He has done so amazing settling into the nursery and truly is such a pleasure to look after! His confidence has grown so much and you should be super proud of how well he is doing! Thank you so much again, really is great for the team to get a confidence boost.

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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at the baby room in the Old Barn just two months ago and I couldn't be happier with the place. She has settled in so well, and that is down to the excellent care and attention from the entire team (to both my daughter and me!) The settling in process and the communication has been
brilliant from day 1, and I am never worried when I drop her off - I can see how well she is cared for and how much fun she has, and I am always reassured by messages from her key worker. It's always nice when I find them in the garden at pick up, and hear about the days activities - they're always doing something new and the forest school is a huge plus. I love seeing how confident and comfortable my daughter is becoming at the Barn - my huge thanks to the entire team!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for your kind words about the setting and the team working within! It has been a pleasure to look after young lady so far and having you join our setting has been wonderful. I will ensure the team get the opportunity to read this lovely review! Thank you again

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery, lovely staff, lots of engaging activities for the children and they spend lots of time outdoors. Very well managed and very approachable. Children love to be there and bond with the other children and staff

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you for the review! Great to read what you have to say about the setting. The team work incredibly hard to ensure the children get fantastic learning opportunities. I will ensure the team read the review to give them a great boost!

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Review from Kezia B (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Daughter is being looked after with such care and attention at The Old Barn day nursery. Her transition into nursery has been so smooth and she loves going every day!
The entire team are professional, bubbly, caring and supportive of the children's growth!
Their communication with parents is thorough
- we know exactly what our daughter is up to!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you for your positive review! It has been a pleasure to get to know you and the family and settle your child into our Nursery! Really means a lot to my team when we receive nice reviews like this so a big thank you! I will ensure they all read your lovely words.

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Review from Katie R (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy has really enjoyed going to The Old Barn Day Nursery. He enjoys all the activities especially the forest school. The team are great, they keep us regularly updated with what he is doing and his development progression.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you Katie for your lovely words. I shall pass this onto the team that worked within the room as it is always nice for them to hear the parental feedback. It has been a pleasure to be part of your childcare experience! Thank you once again

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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We're so delighted we picked The Old Barn for our little boy, it offers just the right blend of educational play, gentle development and wholesome fun for our child. He runs into nursery each morning, excited to see his friends and looking forward to the day ahead. The activities (forest school, rugby
tots and water play) are always a hit! But, for us, the most important aspect of his care is the team. The manager and the fantastic team at The Old Barn are always welcoming and warm, he's cuddled to sleep (on the days he needs it) and kind but firm boundaries have really supported our little boy in growing into the toddler he is today. We cannot thank you or recommend you highly enough.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for your kind words in regards to the care we deliver for young men! The team we have here are a massive asset so it means a lot that they are getting the reviews they deserve! Thank you for being a wonderful family. A pleasure to look after and I am beyond pleased you chose us as your childcare provider!

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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending The Old Barn Day Nursery for nearly two years, starting just after his 1st birthday. The nursery has been fantastic in meeting his needs and supporting his growth and learning. He began in the baby room, where the setup provides a dedicated space for babies to develop, including
their own outdoor area separate from older children. At 16 months, he transitioned to the pre-toddler room, a spacious environment that encourages children to learn and grow at their own pace. The key workers in each room consistently provide detailed updates on his progress when we pick him up. The nursery also offers a varied food menu, allowing children to explore new tastes and develop healthy eating habits. He enjoys weekly activities like Rugby Tots, Baby Boppers, and Forest School, making his experience well-rounded and enriching.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for the lovely review for The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep. You are a brilliant family to look after and little man is a pleasure to look after. We really appreciate the kind words about the setting and the things we provide for the children. I will ensure your comments get passed on to the rest of the team. Thank you so much.

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Old Barn Nursery has been an excellent experience, our son has been going for a while and really enjoys his time there. The team is fantastic and they are all very caring, kind and friendly. Thank you.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you for your kind words about the setting and the team. It means a lot to us that parents/carers recognise the work that the team put in here at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep. I shall ensure the team is aware of the kind words you have said. Thank you so much.

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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Old Barn Nursery for 18 months now and loves it there. The staff are all lovely and the Manager does a great job of running the setting and always looking for improvements. The forest school is one of the highlights of the nursery and has been great for my daughter's development.
They offer a wide great range of activities and are always out in the garden and regularly have trips out of the setting too. Would highly recommend this nursery!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are constantly reflecting to ensure the children are getting the best possible care we can provide. Myself and the team really value the feedback from parents/carers so thank you for mentioning the Forest School sessions as this is something we have worked really hard on as a team. Your daughter is wonderful and it has been a pleasure to be part of her development and part of your family's childcare experience.

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Review from Catherine B (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter enjoys going to The Old Barn Pre Prep (and enjoyed her time at the Nursery too). She has strong bonds with the ladies who care for her; they are very loving and work to encourage her to behave well, to listen and to play well with her peers. They note her abilities and try to stretch her
to recognise more letters and even begin to try to write her name. She loves the football classes and Forest school activities and going out and about. My son attended the setting too and they provided a great foundation for his time at school. I think the overall owners of the nursery should invest more and support their wonderful staff better.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for the lovely review of the setting. It is so lovely to read the kind words about the care you receive as a family. Little one truly is a delight to look after and has built wonderful relationships with the staff. I can't express enough how much it means to us that parents/carers have positive reviews on the setting as it supports us with creating strong parent partnerships. Thank you so much Catherine, and I will ensure the staff are aware of your kind review.

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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so glad our daughter attends The Old Barn Day Nursery. Our daughter started at one year old in The Old Barn and has transitioned through The Old Barn and into Pre-Prep fantastically and this is down to the amazing staff who care so well for our little ones. The outside areas are amazing and the
addition of forest school really enhances their experiences. We are very thankful to each member of staff.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Hi E, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words in regards to the care the team provide for you. You are a wonderful family to look after we appreciate all the support you give us. Thank you, on behalf of myself and all the team here at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep.

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Review from Kohan R (Father of Child) published on 16 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have previously left a 3-star review of the Old Barn Nursery which was impacted by 2 price rises in less than a year. Since leaving that review, the nursery manager, deputy manager and another staff member, backed by a strong and supportive team, have helped turn the nursery around for the better.
It is still not perfect, I doubt any institution could ever be; updates are irregular, there is still no confirmed curriculum, and there are not enough outings in a year, however, the care and love that the kids receive is second to only that demonstrated by a family member. All the kids at The Old Barn are extremely confident, happy, nurtured and adventurous in life - something you do not see as much at other nurseries. All the children are guided and looked after extremely well, not just because it's the carers' job, but they genuinely love the kids and do their utmost to ensure that they are happy. I would love to send my 2nd child to the Old Barn for the same love and care that his brother received!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Hi Kohan, thank you for the positive feedback with the changes that have slowly been taking place. As a setting, we appreciate feedback so we know what areas we still need to be working on to make the setting the most ideal setting to care for our families as a whole. I hope you and the family are well and of course we would love baby number 2 to make an appearance on our registers!

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Review from D A (Mother of Child) published on 18 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started his journey at The Old Barn Day Nursery in 2022, at first it was a lot of ups and downs towards his care, but I have to say that since the new manager started at The Old Barn I can see a huge progress towards my child's care. My son is very happy coming in the morning, I really love the
fact that he has a bond with the members of staff. Food has improved massively and the children get a balanced, home-cooked meal every day. Really happy with keeping my child here through the tough times as the team has really pulled together and I will be so sad to see him leave.

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Review from Jessica T (Mother of Child) published on 18 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot speak highly enough of the nursery - my first-born was there from 1-4years and my second boy is currently in the toddler room. The staff are incredibly nurturing and attentive, I feel they've always got a close eye on the development and wellbeing of my boys. It's always felt like a home from
home - with even more fun and activities! (The range of activities, from forest school to rugby tots to baby boppers is just incredible). The warmth and welcome has meant that both my boys settled quite quickly and as a mum rushing off to work with mum guilt, that's always been an extreme amount of comfort for me. All the ladies that work in the Old Barn, deserve the utmost praise for what they do and the care they give. The manager has bought a great level of professionalism to the nursery - she always has everyone's best interests at heart. My eldest transitioned to school beautifully and I believe that is because the old barn offered him the most amazing child setting beforehand.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Good afternoon Jess. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback in regards to the setting. I really appreciate your kind words around the practice, staff engagement and new management. Thank you for being a wonderful family to look after! No mum guilt here, you do a brilliant job!

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Review from Roisin G (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not wish for a better setting and group of people to look after my daughter. Starting our nursery journey at only 10 months old I was very anxious at how both myself and my daughter would cope and I am so happy we chose The Old Barn. She goes in every morning happy and excited and the updates
we get throughout the day prove just how happy and well cared for she is. Recently she has been unwell and receiving messages from her key worker to check in was so appreciated. It is incredibly clear to see that the children's well-being and happiness is their main priority and I cannot wait to see how much more she flourishes with their support and guidance.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

It is so lovely to read this review. The main value for us is to ensure the children are safe, happy and well looked after. The team in your daughter's room are wonderful at ensuring this is always the main focus. Thank you so much for your kind review, it really gives us a boost that the parents/carers see how much care and love we put into this setting. Thank you, from the whole team at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep.

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Review from Parisha B (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy joined at 10 months & the new management team had just started. We were really pleased with how friendly & understanding the staff were towards us.
Our little one enjoys his days spent at the nursery, the staff are always updating the app with relevant information and photos which keeps
us reassured throughout the day.
Pick-ups and drop-offs are always personal and thorough handovers are given.
A particular thanks to two members of staff who have been amazing these last few months and they’ve definitely done a great job at implementing changes at the nursery.
Overall - highly recommend it!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for the positive feedback Parisha. I really appreciate that the hard work the team have been putting in is being recognised. Mr man is a pleasure to have here and your family is wonderful to look after! Thank you for your kind words.

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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been with the nursery from babies through to toddlers. There has been some turnover in management but the care for the children has always been a priority. My daughter loves to go in every morning and formed connections with staff and other children. She is a happy, independent and confident
little girl, she attends 4 days a week and the team has made such a contribution towards this. The communication has significantly improved since the new team has been put in place and look forward to what is to come!

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you for your review on The Old Barn Day Nursery. It is lovely to read that you can see the improvements that are taking place. It is a pleasure looking after your daughter!

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Review from Sophie J (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly and caring staff. Would recommended to all parents with children.
My son gets excited when he gets out of the car. Last week he took his coat off and walked straight into the room with no goodbye!
The food is varied and healthy options are always given.
My son brings home arts and
crafts which he has created that week which is a lovely touch.
The nursery has been very accommodating and flexible when I’ve needed to add additional days in Jan/Feb/March!
The app is always updated so I can see photos, nappy changes, naps and food offered/eaten!
Two members of staff in particular really go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable and put you at ease.

Reply from Laura Malthouse, Nursery Manager at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

Thank you so much for such a lovely worded review. We will always be as accommodating as we possibly can be as we understand how busy life can get! Your family is a breeze to look after and he is doing absolutely amazing here at the setting! Thank you once again.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.689)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10 for The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.689 for The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School is calculated as follows: ( (224 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.689

  • b) 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 The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 42 number of registered child places is 8.4, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (8)

Nursery Operator of the Year

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

Date: Thursday 13 Jun 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2021

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

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Meet the Team (2)

Laura

Laura Malthouse

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

My name is Laura and I have over 10 years experience working in the Early Years sector. I have roles such as Designated Safeguarding Lead, SENCo and Fire Warden. I pride myself on creating stimulating, enabling environments which allow children to learn through their play and have the freedom to express themselves in a supported environment.

I aim to ensure that the setting is a warm, natural and a home from home environment so the children are comfortable to explore. I love the outdoors and feel that the children should always have the freedom to choose if they would like to be indoors or outdoors. I take pride in always putting the children at the centre of everything we do here at The Old Barn Day Nursery & Pre-Prep.
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Amber

Amber Gower

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2013

My name is Amber and I have over 10 years experience working in the Early Years Sector. I pride myself in working closely with families to support the children with reaching their milestones across all ages at the setting. I keep myself up to date with all legislation and trends within the nursery sector and I imbed these across my whole team. I am a qualified Designated Safeguarding Lead for Surrey County Council and I use this training to ensure all children, families and staff are safe within the Old Barn Day Nursery and Pre Prep.

My main focus is to provide a calm, warm and homely environment where children and families feel comfortable and safe whilst they are with us. I am incredibly strong on parent partnerships and throughout the year I organise events to have the parents involved in their child's journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School accepts?

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School Open?

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School have capacity for?

The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School has capacity for a total of 42 Children.

How far is The Old Barn Day Nursery & Forest School to the centre of Banstead?

0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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