The Laurels Nursery School

1514 Melton Road, Queniborough, Leicester LE7 3FN
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9.8 103 Reviews
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Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2023), The Laurels Nursery and Preschool in Queniborough, Leicester, provides a calm, caring, and enriching environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

With five well-equipped playrooms and a large garden featuring a mud kitchen, growing space, and climbing area, the nursery supports all areas of Early Years development. The curriculum embraces the Hygge and Curiosity Approaches, with activities such as yoga, Make and Bake, Sing and Sign, and Sow and Grow.

An on-site chef prepares healthy, balanced meals that cater to all dietary needs. Families stay connected through the nursery app, parents’ evenings, and stay-and-play events. The experienced team, including trained SENCo staff, ensures every child feels safe, supported, and celebrated.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natasha Miller (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 80

Age Range

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

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 to New Year

The Laurels Nursery School Reviews (103)

9.8

The Laurels Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.843) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Laurels Nursery School has 103 reviews.

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Review from Natalie H (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery that demonstrates an excellent level of childcare and interaction. The staff are wonderful, very pleasant and always seem happy which I believe is a great sign of good leadership and job satisfaction.
Both of my children have attended this nursery (one still does) and it will always
remain my 1st choice and one which I would thoroughly recommend.
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Review from Hayley F (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is excellent. My little boy has progressed from the toddler room to the pre-school effortlessly with the thorough care and attention from the staff.
The toddler room had plenty of playing, reading, singing, dancing and quiet time/sleep spaces. It was exactly what he needed at 2 years old.
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he is in pre-school and the teachers are working with me to get him 'school ready' while he still has plenty of fun.
Lovely home cooked dinners with truly caring ladies, make this the best place for him to be when he's not home.
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Review from Claire W (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery. We were new to the area and after reading the reviews and a very comprehensive and excellent tour by the nursery manager, we decided this was the perfect setting for our 18 month old to attend.
He absolutely loves it, he has settled in really quickly and the staff are simply excellent,
attentive, caring, friendly and very professional.
Really informative nursery and there is always lots of varied activities throughout the week with different themes and celebrations etc.
He simply loves the food and always has seconds when he can sneak it in.
We would definitely recommend this nursery every time.
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Review from Victoria (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Brilliant with my daughter.
Gives every piece of information about child's day.
Help with my child that requires extra care and attention.
Always smiling staff.
Unfortunately, they are not adaptable to changes under the new ownership.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is a home away from home for my child. The nursery is a warm friendly environment and all the children are encouraged to be inclusive and kind to each other.
They are quick to jump on any incidents and rather than be accusatory will work with parents to deal with any issues.
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Review from T M (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves attending the Laurels Day nursery.
Staff are always friendly, caring and professional which makes it so much easier to leave my daughter in their care.
I would recommend the Laurels 100%.
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Review from Jenny h (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whilst the facilities are all fantastic it is the caring, united and professional stance of the staff that really make the nursery a great place.
I have two children here, they learn so much and have made so many little friends and built good relationships with their carers, it is always reassuring
to know that they are in safe hands whenever I drop them off.
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with the nursery and each and every staff member involved with our sons' care. Each day our son is just as happy to come to nursery as he is to see us at the end of the day. Despite bad experiences with other childcare providers, I would certainly not hesitate in recommending
the nursery to anyone.
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Review from Jess E (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been using the Laurels Nursery for a number of years now. Our daughter is now in her third year of School and attended the Laurels aged 12 months to 4 and a half years old and our son has been there since 12 months old and will be leaving this Summer to start school. We understand that our
children are growing up, but we're a bit sad that they're moving on from the Laurels!


Over the years, our children have been really well looked after and their experience of Nursery/Pre-school has been fantastic. The setting is fully equipped with lovely toys, facilities and a large outside space. The staff are amazing and bond well with the children and by the time they leave the Coach House, they are ready for school! Special mention must go to the Nursery Chef. She does an amazing job feeding all of the children and both of mine always used to have seconds!!


I would definitely recommend this Nursery.

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Review from Monica P (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest child started at The Laurels when he was about 3 years old. When it was time for him to leave to join the "big children" at school, I felt that he was well prepared and that the nursery had provided a solid foundation for the next stage in his life. So I didn't hesitate in enrolling my youngest
child at the very young age of 4 months. All staff are extremely professional, friendly and approachable, from carers to the cook or cleaning lady. Well done to all! My children have always felt happy and safe and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
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Review from Katy G (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves going to nursery. The staff are really friendly and they do so many different activities with the children. They keep you up to date with everything that is going on and I believe, they have really helped with my son's progression. It's a brilliant nursery.
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Review from Charlotte R (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my son and daughter have attended The Laurels Nursery and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending it to anyone seeking a nursery placement. A great stepping stone towards school, kind and caring and both my children built great bonds with a number of the carers. Very reassuring when working full time.
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Review from Ellie w (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been going to The Laurels for over a year and the difference in him is amazing. His speech is just incredible, he has started to eat more and he has become very sociable! The staff are very professional but also very encouraging, my little one thinks the world of them. If there is
an issue they try very hard to accommodate you. The security is to a high standard as in the cleanliness. Very impressed with this nursery and could not recommend it more!
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Review from Tejal P (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent Day Nursery. Staff are always very polite and helpful, regardless of the numerous phone calls made to them to check on my child :)
The Nursery Manager is great along with others who my son adores! I would definitely recommend The Laurels Nursery.
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Review from Cathrine J (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was recommended The Laurels nursery by several parents in the area and I'm really pleased they did. My son has gained so much from going here. The staff are lovely, each day they plan varied and exciting activities for the children. My son eats a range of different home cooked food across the week,
and eats the lot! The nursery is very good at keeping parents informed, about how your child is doing but also what is going on in the Nursery.


Sending my son to the nursery was a really big decision for me but I'm so pleased I sent him here. The Laurels is definitely a key part in helping him develop into a sociable, confident, inquisitive little boy.

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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We viewed a couple of other nurseries before visiting The Laurels Nursery School but the moment we walk through the door we got a good feeling. The atmosphere is wonderful- fun, friendly and inviting yet calm and organised. Management are warm and really know the children. The rooms have space for children
to roam and be creative and are decorated with their creations. There's plenty of outside space too. My little one struggled to leave me at first but soon settled and now cries when her key worker leaves- trust me this is a good sign and shows me how quickly she's bonded- wonderful staff!
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Review from Clare L (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery in the area by far! ( I looked at loads). A real home from home environment with lots of nurture from staff. I feel in touch with my child whilst at work having regular updates on what she is doing throughout the day. Staff are excellent - clearly putting thought into the day to day
learning. My child is always happy. A good menu is provided.
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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our son has loved his time at The Laurels so far, the staff have made him feel very comfortable and he has great fun whilst he is there. The food provided is of a great standard with food from all around the world. The improvement being made will help the nursery become a high standard. We look forward
to many more years.
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Review from Nicol E (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child had attended one other nursery before starting at The Laurels and I had also visited quite a few other nurseries. The Laurels stood out as the best nursery I had visited because of the friendliness and politeness of the staff. My older child also settled this nursery and I can honestly say
I have nothing negative to say about it. The nursery is always clean, the staff always give me plenty of information about what my child has done that day and I am always kept informed of her next steps and progression.
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Review from Wendy N (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my children have gone to this nursery, my daughter is leaving in August as going to school. I have been overall impressed by the care both my children have had. The staff are always so caring and ready to listen.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.843)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.843) out of 10 for The Laurels Nursery School 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.843 for The Laurels Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (186 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.843
  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 The Laurels Nursery School is based on 18 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 80 number of registered child places is 16, which has been reached with 18 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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Natasha

Natasha Miller

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Natasha has enjoyed working within a nursery setting since 2008, starting her career as a student and progressing up the ranks to Nursery Manager. She is Level 3 qualified, the Designated Safeguarding Officer and Paediatric First Aid trained.

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