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Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham)

Pennypot Lane, Chobham, Woking, Surrey GU24 8DH
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All the staff are warm, welcoming, understanding and as helpful as they possibly can beJoanna A(Mother of Child)
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I am completely comfortable that she receives excellent care, attention and assistance in developinSarah F(Mother of Child)
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Pennypot have been outstanding from the word go, such a smooth transitionI R(Father of Child)
Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham), Woking

Pennypot Day Nursery, located in Chobham and part of the Childbase Partnership group of nurseries, is registered to offer admission to 116 children whose parents can then enjoy the peace of mind of leaving their child with qualified professionals and in an environment excellent for creativity and learning. They have also obtained their Green Flag Eco-Schools Award at distinction level.

Pennypot hold the extracurricular activity of 'Melody Movements' every Friday...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Carol McDonough(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 50

Total Places for Children

  • 116

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:30-18:30
  • Tuesday07:30-18:30
  • Wednesday07:30-18:30
  • Thursday07:30-18:30
  • Friday07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 2 Inset Days

Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.

Funding & Fees

Our fees include all consumables such as formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared well-balanced meals throughout the day and all activities. Our full fee information is available to download on our website.

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Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) has 190 reviews.

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Review from Devon F (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our son has been at Pennypot for 8 months now and we are very happy with the nursery. The workers in his room are brilliant and he is always having a great time when we come to collect him. His meals, sleeps, outside time and nappy changes are all logged into the app in a timely fashion and almost everyday we get a snapshot with photos. The nursery does lots of learning and development, even at the young ages, our son's language and social skills have come on hugely. I am extremely pleased with the amount of time outside in the garden our son gets and the variety of activities he gets to do. The meals at the nursery sound brilliant, and there is a huge range of food that the children are offered. Overall we are very pleased that we chose Pennypot as the nursery for our son and will definitely be sending our second there.

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Review from Victoria W (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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It's evident from the moment you step through the doors of Pennypot the passion and pride on display. The staff are approachable and have a reassuring level of professional training and knowledge. They exceed my expectations regular, with the creativity and fun they show in the array of activities they plan for our bear. Baby comes home well fed and happy! Regular communication with cute photo updates and about monthly written reports are reassuring. Our boy settled quickly, and formed bonds securely due to the high levels of engagement and patience from consistent staffing in the baby room. I work in education, and so visited several nurseries and this is THE PLACE. Our son loves the outdoors and this is one of the few nurseries I saw with an impressive Outdoor space. Every day is an adventure, and the stories they share brighten our day, helping to mitigate the tricky task of balancing a new baby and a career! The staff seem valued and the management present and proactive.

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Review from Jade M (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our son attended Pennypot Day Nursery at the beginning of the year and we had the most wonderful experience. Our son absolutely loved the girls in the baby room and he always looked like he was having so much fun on pick ups. We were so sad when we had to leave because we moved house. Would absolutely recommend Pennypot to anyone looking for a professional, loving and caring nursery. The whole team there are absolutely amazing!

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Review from T M (Father of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Childbase were very accommodating in finding us an emergency space after we pulled Lando out of Bright Horizons. From day one the team made him feel safe, settled and genuinely cared for, and it was clear how much they adored him. He was loved so much by all the staff, especially his key worker April, along with Lucy, Millie and the rest of the lovely team in the Bumblebee Room. Every pickup came with a smile and a story about his day, and the warmth they showed him gave us complete peace of mind. The team were really organised too, giving us regular updates on Famly, including lots of photos.

The only reason we cut our time short was the travel from Farnham. Otherwise we'd have happily stayed. I highly recommend any family looking for a nursery to look no further than Pennypot. We can't thank them enough for everything they've done.

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Review from L E (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Pennypot on a full time basis from August 2025. We moved to the area just under a year ago and eagerly awaited a spot to become available for him. With this being his 3rd nursery, we were keen to place him somewhere he would remain until he begins school. It has been such a pleasant experience. My son settled so well and built strong bonds right off the bat. I love the easy going environment and the genuine care and love you can feel as you walk through the doors. The staff are all wonderful and we were at ease right away. Couldn't recommend highly enough.

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Review from Ellie F (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending PennyPot ever since I returned to work in May this year.
She had settling in sessions in March and then went 3 days a week in April and then up to 4 days from June onwards.
The team are so warm and friendly and the staff in the caterpillars (baby room) have been incredible with my daughter.

She had sever eczema at one stage and the team went above and beyond to make sure she had the right cream at the right time. Since then she has now progressed on to ladybirds and is once again loving the room and the team. They really do go out their way to reassure you and make your child a number one priority.

The updates and learning journals are great to understand how well your child is progressing.

Great team, would highly recommend

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Review from D W (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Pennypot has been such an incredible place for our son to start his educational journey in life. The staff are caring, attentive, engaged and kind to not only the children but the parents too. While waiting if we had a place was slightly anxiety inducing, the process from having the place offered and now has been second to none. We feel very lucky that our son has a place here!

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Review from Reshma F (Mother of Child) published on 26 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has flourished at Pennypot Day Nursery. She cannot wait to go to nursery each morning and she loves it so much that we have trouble taking her back home! From a developmental point of view, she has progressed immensely and has built great relationships with her key workers. We get lots of information, timely updates and great communication on her daycare routine from the Nursery. All the staff are friendly, professional and polite and take great care of our daughter. We're so happy our daughter is growing up at this nursery and we look forward to seeing her future progress.

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Review from Jo S (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has just graduated from Pennypot after being there for 4.5 years and from the age of 5 months. I cannot rate it highly enough. All the staff were amazing with her, got to know her so well, and I felt they genuinely loved her. Despite being in the pre-school room for almost 2 years, she didn't get bored until the last few weeks and she learnt so much. She's left nursery easily able to write her name, knows more about the solar system than I do and can even do simple maths, none of which was taught by me! I would absolutely recommend this nursery, the staff seem happy in their work and the children are definitely happy, confident snd sociable.

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Review from Claire R (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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We love Pennypot Day Nursery. My daughter started going in 2022 at 1 years old when I went back to work and has just left ready to go to school. The team are attentive and knowledgeable to her development, they care for her excellently and we did not need to worry about her while in their care. She was happy and healthy! We are genuinely sad to leave and would recommend this nursery to anyone needing childcare. 5*

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Review from Michelle P (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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Pennypot Nursery is truly wonderful! From the moment my son started, we knew we had found the perfect place. The staff are so caring, nurturing, and attentive - they treat every child as an individual and go above and beyond to make them feel happy and settled. My son absolutely loves going in every day, which says it all. The activities are creative, engaging, and tailored to encourage his learning through play, and we've noticed such a positive difference in his confidence, independence, and development since being there.
The setting itself is bright, safe, and welcoming, with fantastic outdoor space that my son enjoys exploring. Communication with parents is also excellent - we always feel involved and updated with what my son has been up to.

I couldn't recommend Pennypot Nursery more highly. It gives us complete peace of mind knowing my son is in such a supportive and inspiring environment where he's thriving.

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Review from Asha G (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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We have adored every moment of our son's time at Pennypot. From the very first day, he has grown into such a confident, kind, and intelligent little boy, and we know we can't take all the credit for that. The nurturing, caring, and fun environment Pennypot created has played such a huge part in his development, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact the nursery has had on him.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter attended Pennypot nursery for nearly 3.5 years. During her time there, she has thrived and grown in confidence. This is very much due to the safe, pleasant and caring environment that the nursery and its staff has provided. Staff at Pennypot are genuinely enthusiastic about their work and are very supportive of both the children and their parents. We are very grateful for our daughter's time at Pennypot and we would whole heartedly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Anna B (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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I simply cannot say enough good things about this nursery. My two sons have been right through the nursery. One from only 5.5 months old. They have always been amazing. Keeping them safe, simulated and learning. They love the food, the staff the grounds. I will miss them all so much as we now move on to school. They are utterly outstanding, I have not one negative.

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Review from James C (Father of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Pennypot Nursery has been such a revelation for my son. The care he has received in the Caterpillars room has been second to none. The ladies all seem to LOVE the children, and they all seem to enjoy their jobs. Whenever I pick up my son, they update me on all his little quirks, and tell me funny stories of what he's been getting up to. These include key details, which highlight to me the care and attention they show him throughout the day, every day. His confidence has really improved since going to nursery, and whenever I pick him up, he seems completely relaxed and happy.

We are so thrilled we chose Pennypot. It is the best (in my opinion) nursery in the area!

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Review from roshni p (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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My Daughter has thrived at Pennypot , she loves going to see all her friends and key workers . All the staff put a lot of hard work , time , dedication and love into what they do for the children . They are always keeping them engaged and engrossed with new activities all the time both educational and creative. It's nice to have found somewhere where my daughter is so happy and settled!

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Review from Ting L (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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I can't recommend Pennypot Day Nursery enough! My son has been attending for some time now, and the level of care and attention he receives is truly exceptional. The staff at Pennypot are incredibly friendly, professional, and genuinely caring. They go above and beyond to make sure that each child feels safe, happy, and supported throughout the day.
The team is always warm and welcoming, and they create a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The communication with parents is excellent, and I always feel well-informed about my son's progress and daily activities.

It's clear that the staff are not only highly skilled but also passionate about their work, which gives me peace of mind knowing my child is in such capable hands. I can see my son's confidence growing, and he absolutely loves his time there. If you're looking for a reliable, caring, and professional nursery, Pennypot Day Nursery is definitely the place to go!

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Review from Lucy C (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has now been at Pennypot (Caterpillars room) since September and he simply loves it. When I was pregnant, we did a tour of nurseries in the area, and I can say, hands down, Pennypot was the "McLaren" of nurseries. The facilities are beautifully complimented by kind, compassionate, knowledgeable staff, who understand each of the stages of development, but also the needs of each individual child. The care they have given my son, specifically in relation to his development, allergies and preferences has stretched far beyond what we could have hoped for. An example has taken place recently, where the staff, knowing my son loves everything "dog", have bought him various dog-related books and toys to help him with his development, but also just to make sure he is comfortable and happy.

We are so thrilled our son goes to Pennypot. Absolutely amazing in every way.

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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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We would recommend Pennypot Day Nursery to other parents wholeheartedly! Our son joined the Caterpillar room at 10 months old on a full-time basis and settled in from day one, and we couldn't be happier with our choice to send him there.
The absolute best thing about Pennypot is the staff. From his keyworkers and the rest of the Caterpillar team, to the kitchen staff and the front desk team, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Within a matter of days of joining, everyone we passed at drop off said hello and knew his name. When he was at home poorly, they called to check in to see how he's doing and we just know they genuinely care. And when we starting talking about the transition to the next room, we were close to tears as know how much he loves the staff who look after him - although we have no doubt the Ladybird room will be just as good for him!

The facilities (garden etc.) are also great, he does tonnes of activities and eats so well (better than at home for sure!). Thank you Pennypot!

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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I honestly could not recommend enough about this nursery. When I was 7 months pregnant we went round a number of nurseries in the area and both my husband and I felt immediately this was the one for us. Ultimately as parents we have to choose somewhere we feel is a warm, friendly environment but also a place you can trust. We felt this and haven't looked back - our daughter is thriving. From the sensory way she learns, the attention she gets from all staff members (from key workers, the other fab team members around her, the chefs! To the reception and management) - every single person is a delight and I know everyday we leave her she's in safe and happy hands.

Cannot thank the team enough.

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  • 27 May 2025

    Childbase Partnership has been awarded a coveted ‘Top 10’ position in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025, ranking the company amongst the best employers in the...

  • 28 Apr 2025

    There was delight for colleagues at Pennypot Day Nursery in Chobham as they made a £2,000 donation to a local charity, having been personally touched by their mission. Brightest Stars...

  • 03 Mar 2025

    Childbase Partnership has topped the league tables for the second year running, maintaining the No.1 spot for the quality of Early Years care and education throughout its 44 day nurseries....

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Carol McDonough
Carol McDonoughJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2001

Carol is Manager of the award-winning Pennypot Day Nursery in Chobham and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the Early Years sector for 23 years. Carol has numerous qualifications, including a BA(Hons) Degree in Childcare & Education and Early Years Professional Status. In May 2022, Carol celebrates her 21st anniversary at Childbase Partnership.

What is your favourite feature of Pennypot?

I have many especially the large outdoor environment and fantastic rural location, as well as my amazing team.

What are you most proud of about your team?

Their passion and determination to constantly strive to improve outcomes for our children. We also have many long-serving staff members which is amazing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham)

What is the Age Range of Children that Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) accepts?

Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) Open?

Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) have capacity for?

Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) has capacity for a total of 116 Children.

How far is Pennypot Day Nursery (Chobham) to the centre of Woking?

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

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