Orchard Day Nursery

Queens Park Road, Brighton BN2 0GL
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Orchard Day Nursery has been part of the Hanover community since it opened its doors in 1991. In 2020 the nursery expanded and opened an additional Pre-School site behind St Luke's Church.

At Orchard they are passionate about creating a lifelong love of learning and ensuring their nursery feels wholesome and homely for all children in their care. Each child is treated as an individual and is made to feel valued. They want children to feel inspired to learn and challenge themselves in an environment that is rich in experiences.

The dedicated and diverse staff team is made up of male and female practitioners with different cultural backgrounds. They use their knowledge and culture to give the children a broad range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

The nursery is in a wonderful location with Queen's Park on its doorstep and a short walk/bus ride away from the city centre and seafront. They believe in the importance of learning through real life experiences and frequently take children to the park, library and beach. The staff will also plan trips to enhance the children's learning experiences of particular interests and topics.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Shauna Caulfield
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Shauna Caulfield (Proprietor)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 91

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • 6 months-20 months:
    8-6pm £80.00,
    8-4pm £74.00,
    8-3pm £70.00,
    8-1pm £48.00,
    9-1pm £44.00,
    9-3pm £62.50,
    9-4pm £68.00,
    1-6pm £40.50.


    20months-3 years:
    8-6pm £77.00,
    8-4pm £73.00,
    8-3pm £67.00,
    8-1pm £47.50,
    9-1pm £43.00,
    9-3pm £60.50,
    9-4pm £65.00,
    1-6pm £45.00.


    3years+:
    8-6pm £76.00,
    8-4pm £71.00,
    8-3pm £65.00,
    8-1pm £45.50,
    9-1pm £42.00,
    9-3pm £58.50,
    9-4pm £60.00,
    1-6pm £44.50

  • Eligible families are entitled to either 11 or maximum of 22 hours of funding the term after their turn 9 months, 2years or 3/4 years.
    The amount received will be dependant on eligibility and availability as we may not be able to offer all 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 over Christmas period

Parking

  • Permit parking and pay by phone

Orchard Day Nursery Reviews (58)

9.8

Orchard Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.813) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Orchard Day Nursery has 58 reviews.

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Review from Lucy A (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our time has finally come to an end! Two very happy children have spent their pre-school years at Orchard Day Nursery. I am so grateful to the nursery and ALL the staff that have supported, cared and nurtured my children. They have loved nursery here and most importantly, I have felt my children have
been in safe hands and I have been supported through this journey too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Orchard Day Nursery to anyone. Thank you all, you are truly fabulous.
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Review from Sam W (Father of Child) published on 13 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had our two children at Orchard over the last four years and I cannot rate them highly enough. The staff have always been wonderful, deeply caring, interested and knowledgeable about our children. I can't say there have been any issues over the years, and any small ones have swiftly been dealt
with and communication has always been excellent. Our oldest chid has just graduated and it's no exaggeration to say she enjoyed every single day she attended. Staff, from management down, have been consistently friendly, helpful and kind. One thing I am always struck by, at both nursery and preschool sites, is how calm and unflustered the staff appear to be at pick up, even after days which sometimes must have been challenging and demanding with such young children. I've also always been impressed by their focus and approach to safeguarding. My children learn so much there, and the support for transition into school helped so much. Well done Orchard!
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Review from Chloe S (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is absolutely outstanding. I have two children age 1 and 3 who have been at orchard since 9 months. The staff are absolutely fantastic and go above and beyond for the children and the parents. I highly recommend.
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Review from D H (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child is on the sensitive side and I was nervous about how well she would settle into nursery. Orchard were really kind and understanding throughout her settling process. My daughter has formed lovely bonds with her key workers and now looks forward to attending nursery. The staff have all been so
friendly and helpful with any individual needs. I'm so grateful to them for the kindness and care they have shown her. Thank you!
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Review from P S (Father of Child) published on 1 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sensitive, caring and attentive, the staff are always on hand and ahead of any issues with our little one's best interests in mind. We've had a wonderful experience so far and know our little one has a great time at Orchard. Our contact with the nursery always feels personal and management are always
very quick to respond to any questions and queries.
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Review from Jenna W (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child, aged 3, is currently in St Luke's Preschool. Settled in very well and is happy and cared for. They love the food and activities put on. Very much looking forward to forest school.
The staff post daily updates and when ever I have a question the office staff anyways answer quickly.
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Review from Natalie H (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended The Orchard Day Nursery, and I genuinely cannot fault them. The team has been superb, and I would wholeheartedly recommend the nursery to anyone.


They are engaging, understanding, and provide the most gorgeous daily updates for each child through the app .. it's

such a lovely touch that keeps you connected to your child's day.


When I found out I was pregnant with my second, I didn't hesitate as soon as I started telling people, I was getting them straight on the nursery's waiting list. I wouldn't want my children going anywhere else.


My eldest was more than ready for school thanks to the incredible preschool team, and my youngest stomps in every morning without a backward glance because he loves it so much. That's all down to the staff, who create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment.


The staff are simply wonderful, and the management team is just as impressive. Honestly, it's a solid 10 out of 10 from us!

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Review from Saskia F (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Orchard Day Nursery has always been such a lovely nursery. The staff have been so attentive to my two little ones as have always helped with their transitions to the new groups from baby room to preschool. They are always so accommodating when you need to book in extra hours for your children and help
your children grow and thrive. I couldnt recommend this nursery more.
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Review from Fleur D (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are committed to the education and wellbeing of the kids. My son loves his key workers and I feel totally secure and happy that he is in Orchard's care. There are regular updates in the day through the app and I feel able to talk to every member of staff with any questions or concerns.
Thoroughly recommend!
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Review from Poppy L (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Orchard Day Nursery for the past two and half years, and he is now in the final room: Orchard at St Luke's. From the moment he joined, we have felt part of the most supportive, nurturing, creative and kind community of childcare professionals. I couldn't recommend Orchard Day Nursery
more highly. Apply early!
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Review from Heather B (Grandmother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A big thank you to all the dedicated staff who are always friendly and professional with children and parents ( and grandmothers). My granddaughter loves coming to nursery. She loves all the activities and has gained so much through learning through play activities and making firm friendships with other
children. The activities give her opportunities to learn turn taking and sharing, independent work and fab group activities both on site and outings where she is able to learn about her environment. Thank you all for all the support and fun you provide my granddaughter is very happy coming
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Review from Fabienne O (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love Orchard Day Nursery and the entire team there. We are so lucky to have our little girl there. She is very happy there and tends to have a wonderful time enjoying the wide ranging activities that they provide for the children. We couldn't be happier with our experience so far and we are only a
few months in.
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Review from Becky P (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has been at Orchard since he was 11 months, he's now 3 and still absolutely loves it. The practitioners are incredible, so caring and creative and the management team are also amazing. I have full trust in them and what they do. Would highly recommend!
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Review from Sarah d (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children have had or are having a wonderful time at Orchard. The staff provide a stimulating, nurturing environment and really work hard to ensure every child thrives. We've had experience from the baby room up to the preschool and each stage has been a very positive experience for our children
who have loved their nursery days and formed strong bonds with their caregivers. Many of the staff we met when our now 7 year old first started are still there several years later which says a lot! Management are fab too, we have had nothing but positive, supportive interactions. Also there is a nice social side for the parents which Orchard encourage with events like mothers and fathers day breakfasts. Choosing a nursery for your little one feels like a huge decision but you won't go wrong with Orchard!
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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter (3) comes back home everyday so happy. She says she wants to stay every time I pick her up!
She's made friends and has development progress is amazing to see.
Communication is great, staff are fab and parents are friendly.
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Review from L D (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The facilities are good, clean, and safe, and we were especially impressed with the excellent all-day outdoor space for the preschoolers who also go to forest school once a month. The outside area for babies and toddlers, however, is on the smaller side and shared across 3 groups, which limits outdoor
time. We also wish they did more off-site activities for G3 toddlers, as their room can feel a bit small.
All the staff are lovely, but we would appreciate more detailed daily updates on our child's day, especially for the babies. Currently, the messages at pick up are often brief, like "Great day, ate well!" On a very positive note, the management and some key staff members are fantastic. They are always helpful with ad hoc care and quick to address any questions or concerns we have. Overall, it's a very good nursery, very good staff particularly for the preschool group.
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Review from Julie N (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Orchard is a lovely nurturing setting. They welcomed my youngest in the baby room and he has now graduated up to preschool and has thrived throughout. The staff are warm and friendly, and he has formed strong connections with both staff and peers. Our eldest attended a different setting and the difference
has been palpable. So pleased we chose Orchard this time around.
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Review from Charlie W (Father of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy loves his time at ODN. He is always happy to see the staff when we arrive and toddles out with a big smile on his face when its time for pick up.
The team are great at providing updates during the day as well daily photos. They are very receptive to any requests we make (nap times etc.)
and do their best to stick to our routine and preferences
Couldn't recommend it more
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Review from Suzanne M (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, great curriculum and always have our child's wellbeing at heart.
Our child loves going to nursery. Thank you Orchard.
Regular contact and reporting of H and S matters and safeguarding.
Staff set meaningful and achievable targets.
Objectives are set around our child's interest.
Regular
parent events IE parents eve, mother/father's day.
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Review from Eleanor W (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Orchard Day Nursery and would recommend it to any family.


The team have been brilliant from the get go and everything from the application process, the settling in days, and our daughter starting, has been fantastic. The nursery is made up of people who care about the child

and their families and this comes across in everything they do.


In addition to the team, the space itself is great.
The rooms are large and have natural light and the nursery has made the most of the outdoor space.


Our 1 year old daughter settled in quickly and we were kept up to date with how she was doing during this transition process. We are pleased with the activities she does during the day and with the food she is fed.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.813)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.813) out of 10 for Orchard Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.813 for Orchard Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (248 Excellents x 5) + (48 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 300 Ratings = 4.813
  2. 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 Orchard Day Nursery is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 91 number of registered child places is 18.2, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Orchard Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Orchard Day Nursery accepts?

Orchard Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Orchard Day Nursery Open?

Orchard Day Nursery 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 Orchard Day Nursery have capacity for?

Orchard Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 91 Children.

How far is Orchard Day Nursery to the centre of Brighton?

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

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