The Acorns Nursery School & Forest School (59 Denmans Lane)

Our daughter spent 2.5 wonderful years at Acorns nursery, attending both houses (25 and 59) and she loved every minute of it. Now that she is starting school in September we are sad to say goodbye to our friends at Acorns. There is no other nursery like this one. The children aren't just looked after while the parents are at work: the beautiful staff built a nurturing environment where children play, create and learn together and you can see that the teachers are really invested in the children's development. The perfect balance of education and nurturing care is incomparable. We are very grateful for the part Acorns played in our daughter's early years. Strongly recommend to everyone!1

I honestly couldn't think of a better place for our little one to spend their time whilst we have to work. The team are incredible, caring, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. They've made us all feel at home.

The Acorns always felt like a good choice, but when we talk to friends with kids in other nurseries we realise how lucky we are. The team put so much care and dedication into everything they do, from all the planning behind the scenes to the time and attention they give to each child every day.

It's a very nurturing environment, with opportunities to learn and try different things underpinned by strong child/teacher relationships. The team are great at communicating and encourage regular, two-way information sharing. We see a plan for the home cooked food each term along with weekly themes and letters to talk about. A nice touch is how the themes incorporate different cultures and events.

There's a strong emphasis on school readiness, especially appreciated for our summer-born daughter as the time is going so fast!

Everything about the Acorns exudes care, excellence, dedication, passion and a very warm and safe environment. Most importantly of all, our daughter enjoys going there.

We have had an amazing experience with the staff at Acorn. Our son has transitioned from another place and he has settled in wonderfully. The staff is very caring, they offer many activities and encourage the child to follow their interest. My son has quickly made new friends and he looks forward to going back every day! We would recommend this nursery to everybody!

I've had two children attend the Acorns and I cannot recommend it highly enough, the staff and environment are warm and nurturing and I always feel completely confident in leaving them there - not only that they will be safe, but that they will be loved and cared for. It's not just a nursery, but truly a 'home from home' for them. Nutritious home cooked meals are the icing on the cake!

The environment is both loving and secure, making it the perfect place for little ones to grow. Learning here is exciting and fun, we hear all about our daughter's adventures as she chatters happily about them on our way home each day. Whether it's exploring the outdoors, diving into creative play, or discovering new concepts, the team ensures every day is filled with curiosity and joy. We're so grateful for the care, attention, and heart they put into everything they do.

We are so impressed with the outstanding quality of care and strong leadership at the Acorns. Our daughter has been at Acorns for almost 2 years and we couldn't be happier. I've already enrolled my second daughter. The staff genuinely care about the children and there is an emphasis on structured activities and learning to prepare the children for school. All aspects of care are exceptional, down to the carefully curated food menu and themed weeks every term, and thorough updates and reviews throughout the term. Thank you Acorns!

Our boys joined the Acorns in january, having made a significant move down south from Cheshire. With so much upheaval we were very apprehensive about them starting at a new nursery, especially as our eldest can get anxious in new situations - we needn't have worried. The boys settled instantly and I mean instantly - at their settle sessions neither of them wanted to leave! They have both grown so much in such a short space of time. This is entirely down to the brilliant, warm and engaging teachers, the focus on the early years curriculum and the beautiful homely environment management and the team have created at 59. The boys run up the drive every morning at drop off and are excited to share everything they've been learning at the end of the day.

We couldn't be happier with The Acorns and we plan to place our younger child there too.

She developed amazing friendships at the nursery which I hope will be long lasting.

Our daughter joined Acorns in January and loved it from the moment she joined. Its "home from home" setting gives children the security, comfort and warmth to thrive. We love sending our daughter to a nursery that truly cares; the staff are kind, knowledgeable and personable. The garden is a fantastic environment for the children to explore, play and learn. Our daughter looks forward to her nursery days as much as she does being at home. Which is a true testament to the environment that Acorns has created. Where learning and fun go hand in hand!

I cannot stress enough how great this place is!

We couldn't be happier with how well he has settled in at Acorns. Everyone is so welcoming, kind and it feels like a second home for him. We're really happy with the information we receive. We get a detailed menu full of healthy food and know what he'll be doing each term. We like that there is a good focus on phonics and educational content such as different cultures or dealing with emotions, plus plenty of time for fun and games and loads of outdoor time. Unlike with a lot of other venues, we are confident that every member of staff at Acorns is very experienced and has been there a long time which is very reassuring. The staff all seem to have genuine care for the children and this shines through at every pick up and drop off and the way that our son interacts with them. We are confident that the staff at Acorns have the experience to deal with a whole range of different children and needs to prepare them for the next stage which is extremely important in these early years.

We are very lucky to have found a nursery and both bubs have loved every second of going.

Can't say much more than We really love it!

Knowing my son is in a place where he is happy, safe, and learning so much brings me immense peace of mind. Thank you, The Acorn for everything you do-you are incredible!

I was a little apprehensive about my son attending a new nursery after relocating. Staff members made it very easy for us to visit the sites on multiple occasions and put our minds at ease. When meeting the staff, they seemed very caring and all of the children were enjoying story time when we visited the site. When it comes to meal times, it’s lovely that all of the children sit together and eat like they are at home. Having my son in a home environment was important to me as he goes to nursery multiple times per week and I wanted it to feel like home away from home. Staff are very caring and my son has a lovely time at The Acorns with the other children. He enjoys the food and activities offered and we always pick him up clean and happy!

An excellent place for children to learn, socialise and just thrive with nurturing, caring, knowledgable staff. My son has been so happy there for the last three years and I’d highly recommend them to anyone wanting a great start for their own child.

The Acorns is an outstanding nursery. We moved my daughter here from a nursery that is part of a chain, and the difference is huge. If you are looking for an individual nursery that will nurture, educate and care for your child to the highest possible standards, look no further. They truly get to know each child and they get the best out of them. My daughter is genuinely excited about going to The Acorns every day, which was not the case with her previous nursery. The staff are kind, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. They take huge pride in their work and the children are, in turn, proud to belong to The Acorns. The food is home-cooked every day and the environment is delightful. The garden is simply magical. The love and attention that has gone into the space here means the children get so much joy from it. The curriculum planning is second to none. I am blown away by how much my daughter learns. She has great fun and has developed strong relationships. It is the best!

An incredible nursery. Feels like it has the warmth and love of a childminders but with the professionalism and development of a nursery school. When my daughter leaves it is going to be a very sad day.