Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden

77 Park Road, Rushden NN10 0LH
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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery & Preschool in Rushden, rated Good by Ofsted (April 2023), provides a nurturing environment rooted in the Hygge Approach—fostering calm, well-being, and emotional development. Set in a converted house, the nursery features thoughtfully lit rooms, a large garden with a Hobbit House and herb garden, and weekly outdoor adventures including Forest School.

A therapy dog visits regularly, and all meals are freshly prepared by the on-site chef. The nursery boasts long-standing staff with teaching backgrounds, a dedicated SENCo, and strong family partnerships through regular meetings, a parent hub, and a nursery app.

The team supports recycling initiatives and school readiness, creating a community-focused setting where children thrive.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Gina Lewis (Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 96

Age Range

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

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden Reviews (57)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.363) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden has 57 reviews.

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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Hi, I'm mother of the child that attends Rushden Day Nursery, I would like to thank all the staff that have looking after him. Especially Juniper room that help him thrive and support him during his natural exploration inside and outside whilst attending Nursery. I'm pleased to say that he enjoys activities
that are provided and is willing to try and at least has a curious mind of what new unexplored activities are set out on a daily basis. He enjoys playing with other children as well as solitary and has a good listening ear when he wants too.
Reply from Mia Mayes, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden. We're delighted to hear how much your little one is thriving at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden. It's wonderful to know he's enjoying both…read more
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Review from Craig M (Father of Child) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has just started this month with the nursery, she's quite a hesitant child and doesn't like leaving me or her mum, the staff always make her feel welcome and engage with her constantly. If there is any concerns for our child they call us straight away, they adapt with your child's needs wherever
possible, for example our child can't digest whole milk so she only has semi skimmed milk to drink even though she is under 2. The menus are brilliant and the children have a range of different foods to each everyday. The app is brilliant as it lets us know what she was up to each day and if you have any concerns you can message them directly on the app, no need to speak to anyone on the phone if your not confident at doing that, also it gets straight to the team in her room. Our daughter has slowly come out of her shell with all the staff which is amazing to see, and I can't wait to see her flourish under their care! Thank you so much for everything you've done these past few weeks!
Reply from Mia Mayes, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden. We're so pleased to hear your daughter is settling in, and we're proud that our team has helped her feel safe, welcomed, and supported from…read more
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Review from Paul S (Father of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nusery and staff. My son was very anxious about going nusery but is starting to feel more confident and settling in better.
Staff have been great with him and have helped him with his confidence.
Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden. The transition to nursery is a huge change for both child and parent, we are so glad that we have been able to support him in this process…read more
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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attend the nursery. We find all the staff fantastic and welcoming. The staff are helpful with questions and attend to issues quickly. The activities such as forest school and trips they do are fantastic


My only complaint is that my child attend on a Monday and Friday. I feel it's

very unfair to be charged for bank holidays that fall on these days. If the nursery is physically not open and the children cannot go in, we are paying for a service we do not receive. I feel this should certainly be reassessed.


I have friends with children at other nursery's who do not pay for bank holidays or have recently changed their policy on it. I feel it needs reviewing as it's seems out of date. It could also put other parents off sending their children Yh the nursery.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that your children enjoy their time with us and that you value the dedication and warmth of our staff, as well as the…read more
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Review from Jodie H (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has the best time at nursery, he is looked after and feels loved. He is progressing well and I am well informed of how he is progressing. All staff, whether directly connected to my son or not, are kind, caring and knowledgeable. We are so pleased that we selected Kiddi Caru.
Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden. We are so glad that you and your son feel he is well looked after and loved. Our amazing team is genuinely invested in each child and will…read more
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Review from Iris F (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has been amazing for our little one. She really loved it there. Everyone was amazing, empathetic and kind. For personal reasons, we had to move but everyone will be greatly missed. Special thanks to everyone in the Olive room, especially, our key worker and who always managed to put a smile
on my daughter's face. Honestly, everyone working there goes above and beyond to make this experience the best one the little ones can have.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team really take the time to form strong, supportive relationships with the children in their care, working hard to provide the…read more
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Kiddi Caru Rushden and cannot fault the care they’ve given our child since starting. The staff go above and beyond to make sure the children are settled and support parents throughout your child’s journey at nursery. The manager and staff are fantastic; we cannot thank them enough for everything
they do. The rooms are welcoming and well thought out, the garden is big and well equipped; all areas of the nursery allow children to explore and learn at their own stage of development. We are so happy we chose to send our child here! Thank you, Kiddi Caru Rushden.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our kind, nurturing team strive to provide expert support to both our children and their families. This helps to ensure children feel happy,…read more
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Review from Ellisia F (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Staff are lovely! My little boy has settled in beautifully since starting in January and come on leaps and bounds, and his speech is improving massively.
Would definitely recommend this place to other families.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one has settled in so well! Our friendly, supportive team strives to make the settling-in process as smooth…read more
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Review from D S (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We never thought our son would beg to go to school/nursery every day!
That's how amazing they are!
The app they use is updated so many times a day and it's just reassuring to see what my son is doing throughout the day. They give us so much support and encouragement! I absolutely love it!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our app is a great communication tool which allows our families to stay up-to-date on all the fun and excitement of the nursery day. Maintaining…read more
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Review from R G (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really happy with the staff and facilities at the nursery!
The staff really make it - all of them are fantastic!! Our son loves going and is really happy to see the staff when dropping off.
We are kept informed really well through the app, and he has already, in only eight weeks, done many different
activities, which he has loved!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, nurturing team work hard to provide a great variety of engaging and educational activities throughout the nursery day. These help…read more
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Review from B L (Father of Child) published on 11 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves to come to nursery every day!
She has formed fantastic relationships with all staff in her room, always talking about them and what they have done throughout the day.
The staff truly know my child and her interests, ensuring she engages and develops her knowledge.
She gets to participate
in music sessions and yoga - which she is very excited to show off when she gets home.
The nursery have recently undertaken the Hygge effect and this has created a calmer environment for her to explore and develop in.
My daughter is slowly starting toilet training and the staff have been fantastic in following her lead, adding no pressure to her or myself.
My daughter is happy and has friends and that makes me a happy parent.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, we are delighted to hear that you and your family have had such a fantastic experience with us! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated.
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are satisfied!
The classes are good, children enjoy their time there! My daughter has improved a lot and her language skills have also increased a lot! He has become more confident and really likes going to the preschool group!
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you for leaving such a great review - it is truly appreciated. We will pass your comments on to the nursery team.
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Review from Solenne T (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were really anxious to put our son in nursery, but all this went away after we visited. The staff are extremely kind and welcoming, they ran us through all of their safeguarding measures and processes. Our son always has the best of times when going to nursery. He has a lot of fun with his friends,
learns a lot and enjoys the onsite chief's great recipes. I couldn't be more thankful to the team.
Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for leaving a review. We are so happy that you and your son are enjoying your time at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Rushden. We completely understanding how challenging it can be leaving…read more
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Review from Sinead H (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for the last 2 weeks, 2 days a week. I have to return to full-time work like many people. It was so hard as a new mummy to leave him. However, the team at Kiddi Caru really reassured me and supported me. They have been excellent with my son and very caring.
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Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are pleased that you and your son are happy with our service at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Rushden. We completely understanding how…read more
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Review from Charlotte L (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, very accommodating for our needs as a family as well as my son's additional learning needs.
Very friendly, lovely staff. Very inclusive of my son and always coming up with ways to make the room more comfortable and accessible for him. Brilliant communication. Great attitude to work
from staff.
Lovely facilities and toys for children. Always well kept
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our kind, caring team is so passionate about ensuring each child has a fantastic nursery experience. They work hard to provide support where needed…read more
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Review from Y L (Foster Parent of Child) published on 29 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru is a fabulous preschool and nursery. The children are offered great learning experiences and kept busy with interesting and fun activities. Over the past year, it has been a pleasure to see our eldest child grow in confidence and be so happy to attend every day. For that, we have to thank
all the staff for what they do in offering a safe and nurturing environment. They are all so happy, friendly, caring and considerate. They have kept us up to date with the daily progress of both our children, with very informative handovers on collection.
The children are served freshly prepared nutritional meals, although sometimes unusual they always seem to be a hit.
I would highly recommend the preschool and nursery.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery; it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from April R (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending for well over a year now and we're so happy with her care and the staff that we've decided to send our youngest who is 9-months there also. My eldest daughter really struggled from being away from me at first but the staff were so understanding and really tried to put
me at ease about the process. Within a few weeks, she really started to come out of her shell and has loved it there since. She's always talked so highly about those who are involved in her care and talks positively about her experiences. The staff are super accommodating and if I've ever needed anything like a good diary, they're always more than happy to help! I feel like they've taken the time to get to know my little girl, so now they know what's normal and what isn't for her, which just improves our overall experience with the setting. I'd especially like to thank three members of staff for all they've done and all they'll continue to do!
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.
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Review from S G (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good experience. One piece of feedback for the blossom room, sometimes there are too many kids and not enough staff.










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Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your comments have been passed onto the nursery management team. If you would like to discuss further, please…read more
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Review from Alexandra L (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru is an exceptionally welcoming nursery. My son loves it and the staff are always kind and patient with him, and me!
The facilities are great and my little one adores the playground...any chance he can get to go outside.
He's grown so much since he started, his confidence has blossomed,
and much more social with other children his own age. Thank you for everything you do! Looking forward to seeing him continue to flourish with you.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.
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Review from Tyler C (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing facilities. My daughter leaves so happy every day, she’s always well fed and looked after. I could not recommend Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden more, no other nursery in the area even comes close to them, the best by far.
Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.363)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.363) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 10 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 4.842 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden is calculated as follows: ( (101 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.842
  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 4.521 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden is based on 10 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 96 number of registered child places is 19.2. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.2 = 0.521
  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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Gina

Gina

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Gina has been working with children in a nursery setting since 2012 as an apprentice, working her way up to management. She is a qualified Level 4 Sleep Consultant and works with families to help improve sleep as well as implement new approaches to help children learn through play.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden

What is the Age Range of Children that Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden accepts?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden Open?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden have capacity for?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden has capacity for a total of 96 Children.

How far is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Rushden to the centre of Rushden?

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

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