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Puffins at Clystheath

The Chapel, Woodwater Lane, Clyst Heath, Exeter EX2 7EY
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Puffins at Clystheath, Exeter
Puffins at Clystheath, Exeter
Puffins at Clystheath, Exeter

Puffins at Clystheath provides a safe and engaging environment for children to enjoy their day at nursery and learn about the world around them. The nursery is a converted Victorian chapel and has been open since 1995.

Staff are qualified to provide a high level of care and boost children's learning and social skills through play.

The secure nursery also has a garden area which children are encouraged to play in all...  

Funding & Fees

Under 2s with no Grant Funding:
Daily (07:30-18:00) £85 per session
Full week £360 per week

Morning or afternoon rate £10.65 per hour (minimum 3 hours, maximum 6 hours)

9-23 Month Grant Funding:
Available for full day sessions or half day sessions

50p per hour service charge (on hours with grant allocated)

2 - 3yrs Sessions with no Grant Funding:
Daily (07:30-18:00) £81 per session

Morning or afternoon rate £10.12 per hour (minimum 3hr session, maximum 6hrs)

2 - 3yrs Grant Funding:
Available for full day sessions or half day sessions
50p per hour service charge (on hours with grant allocated)

Full Time 10% discount for 2 - 3yrs

3 and 4yrs:
£8.52 per hour; for hours not allocated with grant
50p per hour service charge (on hours with grant allocated)

Over 40hrs booked 10% discount

Contact Puffins at Clystheath to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Rachel B (Childcare Centre Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Puffins at Clystheath Reviews (90)

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Puffins at Clystheath has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.967) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Puffins at Clystheath has 90 reviews.

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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We’ve had nothing but a great experience with Puffins! My child attends here and absolutely loves it! My son was a bit behind with his speech, but since being at Puffins, they have encouraged him incredibly. They upload regular pictures for parents, including notes about meals, nappies, etc! They’ve introduced teeth brushing, which has taught my child to make sure he brushes his teeth every day, and they make their birthdays so special! The staff are so friendly, helpful and welcoming! Lovely little place too! 10/10, would definitely recommend!

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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My two sons attended from August to January. Puffins did not "make a booking" for them to go the extra day in January. When I sent them the email showing I had requested it at the same time as the one day, they didn't apologise or try to make amends.
When your child turns three you cannot use the tax-free childcare. My eldest did not eat or drink for the five months he was there. He made some advancements in social interaction caused by Covid lockdowns but has regressed in other ways. He had three different keyworkers in the time he was there and we weren't informed each time.
When my youngest was teething the nursery did not give him Calpol when he was 38 degrees at 1 pm and waited until it was almost 40 and then ring us to collect him.
The nursery is a converted church which is all open plan and stained glass windows and very loud - not good for children with sensory issues.

Their computer program almost never works and when it did they usually hadn't posted anything.

Reply from Sam Hannaford, Operations Manager at Puffins at Clystheath

Puffins pride itself on offering high-quality childcare and we are sorry that you did not feel that we met your expectations in regard to this. All bookings are made through our head office, but unfortunately, when it comes to additional bookings, we do not always have availability to accept these....  

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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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The team go above and beyond to look after your child and help them settle in. Our Son loves the team there and I feel confident leaving him with the baby room who get to know each child and their family as a whole, making the experience of nursery an asset for all.

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started attending this nursery at 9 months old and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The staff are always friendly, informative and clearly love the children and where they work. The children get involved in a range of activities, have use of a great garden and also get taken out for day trips. It has been a great peace of mind for me knowing my daughter has been well taken care of, thank you!

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Review from Chris P (Father of Child) published on 8 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Both of our children have spent their early years at Puffins Clystheath and we highly recommend it. The team genuinely care about the children, help them to develop and grow, and ensure that they enjoy themselves. Our youngest still attends and when we pick him up, we know that he has had a great day and enjoyed playing with his friends. We know that he is in safe hands and that his careers will look after him if he isn’t 100% happy. Our eldest, who is now six, recently had a glowing parents evening report from his teacher and I would credit Puffins for helping us to raise him in the way that we have. If we had the opportunity to place children in a nursery again, we wouldn’t hesitate to choose Puffins.

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Review from Natalie P (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Since joining the nursery in May 2021, my son's speech and development have come on loads and especially in the last month or so. The staff are always friendly and approachable when needed. My son always comes home happy!

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Review from Zoe P (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Puffins at Clystheath since she was 10 months old, now at the age of 4, she is still loving it. After looking around other settings I loved Puffins as it stood out from the rest. Everyone is so friendly and I have seen my daughter's confidence grow. I'm always amazed at how much she has learnt week by week. I love seeing the pictures of her showing what she has been up to. Definitely recommend.

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Review from Amir C (Father of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Very professional and friendly staff, my daughter enjoys going to Puffins Clystheath not far from our house. It is a very friendly area and my daughter is very happy and we’re already noticing an improvement in her speech and behaviour.

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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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An utterly brilliant environment for my son and daughter. The staff are wonderful with the children and I have watched both of mine develop in confidence since they started Puffins. They both look forward to nursery and have a really happy time. We are 100% satisfied with the service Puffins provides as a family.

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Review from Julia G (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Our little girl has been attending Puffins at Clystheath for the past couple of months. Since joining aged 1, we have seen her confidence grow enormously. Her cognitive and more noticeably, her physical development, have developed as a result of all the activities and opportunities she is given by the nursery staff and the facilities on site. The settling-in period was well managed and tailored to our individual needs. We were able to ‘slot in’ some additional sessions to ensure our little girl was happy and familiarised with the nursery before starting longer days. The staff are really enthusiastic and willing to share with you the events from the day. They are reassuring when needed and particularly at the beginning, it was no trouble to make extra calls to reassure that the day was going well. A lovely addition of the ParentZone app is such a great way to keep parents informed of what the children are doing and to share photographs and special moments throughout the day.

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Review from Jack F (Father of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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The whole team at Puffins are exceptional. My daughter is so excited every time she goes and has developed hugely since attending. Knowing that she is having a wonderful time makes it so much easier when dropping her in the mornings. I like the use of the app, where I can see pictures and updates of her day. I would highly recommend the nursery, the team are great.

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Review from Holly L (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Puffins at Clystheath for nearly 2 years and is currently in the Bumblebee room. We have been so pleased with this nursery. He loves his time there and the staff are wonderful - friendly, professional and helpful, and great fun with the children. I know that I am leaving him in safe hands and that he will be well taken care of. We considered a few settings when choosing a nursery but I am very pleased with our choice and would definitely recommend Puffins at Clystheath.

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Review from Jade C (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2021 Submitted via Website
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My 2-year-old started in January 2021 and he’s come on so much since starting! I love hearing what he’s done and eaten during the day. He always comes out in such a great mood, and his speech has come on a lot too which is amazing! All the staff are always so happy and friendly when picking him up and dropping him off. I always recommend Puffins when people ask about nurseries!

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Review from Sarah K (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2021 Submitted via Website
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My son currently goes to this nursery 2/3 days a week. The staff are always really friendly and approachable. My son is always very excited when he knows he’s heading into the nursery and even though I’ve never physically been able to see inside, they have kindly uploaded lots of pictures of my son playing with toys inside and enjoying sensory items.

I would 100% recommend this nursery to other parents.

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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attended Puffins at Clystheath since she was about 1-year-old until recently when she left to go to school. She very much enjoyed attending the nursery. It has a friendly atmosphere, and the children are well looked after. My daughter particularly enjoyed it when the staff would take the children out to the local park or to see the trains.

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Review from Toby M (Father of Child) published on 17 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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My child has moved onto school now after leaving Puffins but had an amazing time with the team there, she was well looked after and developed the skills she needs to be confident in going onto school. Thank you so much to all of the team at Puffins who played a big part in helping my child to gain key skills she needs in early life.

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Review from Claire L (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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My 2 children love Puffins at Clystheath. They are relaxed, happy and have been very supported throughout the pandemic situation. The staff are caring, friendly and work really hard to make the environment a supportive learning environment.

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Review from Tony G (Father of Child) published on 20 April 2020 Submitted via Website
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I have a 2-year old that we send to Puffins at Clystheath. Prior to there she went to a different local nursery and cried every day going in.

From the first day in Puffins, she has become a different child. Her learning, social skills and overall confidence has come on leaps and bounds.

The staff are excellent and I cannot recommend enough!

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Review from Gary E (Father of Child) published on 25 October 2019 Submitted via Website
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I can't recommend Puffins Clyst Heath enough. The staff are always friendly and welcoming and inspire confidence that your children are in good care. We chose Puffins before they received their Ofsted outstanding rating as the setting had a great atmosphere and felt like a great environment for our little ones. We were really chuffed for them when they achieved the well-deserved accolade. Regular parents evenings keep us well informed of their progress as does their online learning diary. Our eldest has just left after attending from nine months to nearly five and always looked forward to his days there. Our one year old now attends two days a week and seems to enjoy it just as much as his big brother did.

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Review from Nicola H (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2019 Submitted via Website
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Puffins is a fantastic nursery. My son was extremely happy and being at Puffins has helped equip him for school.

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Rachel B Job Title: Childcare Centre Manager Joined: 2025
Rachel B

Puffins at Clystheath has an established team, led by Rachel, who has worked for Puffins since 2025.

Rachel is Level 3 qualified in Childcare and is supported by her Deputy, Kira.

The nursery is spread over 1 floor with individual spaces for each age group. Children can explore a variety of different rooms, supported by caring and diligent staff who work hard to ensure every child is loved and cared for as an individual.

Rachel and Kira would love to show you around, so please get in contact.

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