Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry

Danetre Hospital, London Road, Daventry NN11 4DY
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8.9 51 Reviews
  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry, Daventry
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Daventry is located in a beautifully renovated Grade II listed building and rated Good by Ofsted (January 2023).

Set on the grounds of Danetre Hospital, they offer flexible childcare tailored to NHS staff and local families. Their experienced team includes many long-standing staff with specialist knowledge across Early Years and SEN support. They deliver a unique curriculum using the Curiosity Approach and Hygge-inspired elements, alongside their Foundations for the Future programme including Make & Bake, Sow & Grow, and Innovate & Investigate.

They have well-equipped playrooms, inclusive garden space, and engaging activities like Boogie Mites and Sing and Sign. They foster strong family partnerships via the Famly App, lending library and regular community outings, including intergenerational visits to a local care home.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sandy Howard (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 61

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

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry Reviews (51)

8.9

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.891) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry has 51 reviews.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has recently graduated from the Daventry nursery and we have been so pleased with our experience over the last 3 years.


The nursery have coped well with changes with management and with covid. My son thrived in the environment and has been prepped amazingly for school.


The food was always

good and my son would compliment the food on a weekly basis. We loved this nursery so much that we have enrolled our other son without hesitation.


The nursery uses a parent app which works brilliantly to inform you of what's been going on during the day. It's lovely seeing pictures throughout the day.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's lovely to hear that you and your family have had such a positive experience with us! Our specially designed education programmes help children…read more
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Review from Ecaterina S (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nothing to complain about.
My daughter had the best experience ever. She loved the nursery, the staff were like a family, my child felt loved there. We really appreciate the effort to help her to integrate and give us, as parents, all the support we needed.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad to hear that our team were able to make your daughter feel so welcome. They strive to ensure that all children in their care feel happy,…read more
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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are brilliant, they are like a second family to our three children, have taught them so much and they always come home excited to tell us which staff they have played with that day and what happened. My daughter will be sad to leave in September, but thanks to nursery, also excited about school!
They always take an interest in the children and what they have been doing outside of nursery and take the time to talk to us if we have any concerns with anything. I can’t thank them enough for all their help and support.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
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 E J (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy loves going to nursery, I am always pleased with the daily updates online. All staff in curious caterpillars are welcoming and friendly. I have always got a lovely vibe from one member of staff. When she does the drop-off or pick-up, my little boy often leaves and says her name.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
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 Lisa M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t recommend this nursery highly enough! My little boy loves going to nursery here. The staff at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry are great, you can tell that they really love what they do and it makes all the difference. My son started at the age of two and has progressed so much in the space of
a year.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It is really appreciated. Your lovely comments will be passed on to the nursery team.
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Review from Z I (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with our nursery. All the staff are professional and very friendly. My boy loves going to nursery, and he adores all of the staff. They have implemented the online app journal, which allows me to check how my boy is doing throughout the day. Keep up the good work!
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry
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 Cathy O (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing team. Both my kids loved it. My little girl started after Covid-19 changes and the team were amazing. I only hope to find somewhere as amazing in our new home. We all really miss the ladies. Thanks.
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Review from Nichola S (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves nursery. I have found the staff team kind and supportive of my child’s individual needs. They engage the children in fun activities that support development. They have a lovely outside space which is used daily. The management is very good. They have managed the pandemic very well and supported
the needs of working parents too.
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Review from Sayward A (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the nursery since she was 8 months old and will be leaving to start school this September. The staff are like her second family and have taught her so much! I can’t thank the nursery enough for helping her become the little lady she is today.
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Review from Kimberley W (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery for a few weeks now and absolutely loves it. She settled in straight away and is always bursting to tell me what she has been up to when I pick her up. All the staff are very friendly and show a lot of love and care to my daughter. They give me a very detailed report
of how her day has been and are easy to talk to about any problems or concerns.
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Review from Charlotte (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry have been nothing but supportive for my daughter. To begin with she struggled with separation and was distressed at leaving me, however the staff were always amazingly kind and encouraging. Her key worker in particular has worked so hard with her and she
will now skip in happily My daughter loves her key worker and quickly became attached to her and speaks very fondly of her at home too. She really enjoys the vast outdoor space and the outdoor equipment. The staff have made a real effort to play to her strengths and encourage her creativity. I know when I am leaving her for the day she will have a fantastic time. You know you are in good hands at Kiddi Caru Daventry.
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Review from Sam (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry have gone above and beyond for our son Jacob. He’s greeted every morning by a friendly face and despite being in a lockdown, they take the time to tell us exactly what he’s been doing, what he’s eaten and how he’s been. Despite lockdown, they’ve carried on trying to keep
things as normal as possible for the little ones and they’ve achieved just that. Thank you to all the team for letting our little boy grow and get ready for his first days at school. We cannot thank you enough.
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Review from Rebecca F (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves the nursery and they are great with all her medical needs. The staff are very good and inform me of any changes, they always keep me up to date with everything. My child loves going to nursery here.
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment I stepped into this nursery when we first looked round I knew that this was where my daughter was going to go. All the staff are lovely, bubbly and clearly love what they do. Instantly both myself and my daughter were comfortable and she happily mingled with other children, while staff
explained to me how things worked and other information I needed to know. On her first day, of course I was a little nervous, but was immediately put at ease by the incredible staff. It has been a tough year with rules and restrictions being changed and updated and this has been carried out seamlessly by the nursery, never once affecting the children. She is always so excited on nursery mornings and I feel this is a true reflection on how she is cared for and encouraged whilst at nursery. I have and will continue to recommend this nursery to others. Thanks to all for all your hard work!
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Review from Anna S (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have absolute confidence when leaving my children at the nursery. The staff are fantastic and do their best to ensure we know all about their days. My eldest son has made a lot of progress in Wise Owls, and I am reassured that he will start school as prepared as possible. The meals my children eat
are healthy and varied, and they obviously enjoy mealtimes. The nursery provides a safe and stimulating environment where they really develop their confidence when away from their parents. I would not hesitate to recommend Kiddi Caru Daventry.
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Review from Helen D (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
General lack of communication from management regarding the following;
No longer using folders for progress, what is the replacement?
Staff changes not communicated well, cover staff over other staff lunches who we are unaware of. We used to know the names of every staff member in each room. This
is no longer the case.
Child review meetings no longer take place.
Final year in Wise Owls is meant to be pre-school, not sure if any different activities are done with the children
The long-awaited Christmas nativity was changed to an evening of 3 carols. Parents queued up the stairs, packed into two rooms, not sure this was particularly safe for visitors, staff and children. We appreciate last-minute changes cannot be helped but it seemed as though no one had any ideas of the event weeks before.
On the positive side, the regular members of staff who look after our daughter on a day to day basis are fantastic and we feel that our daughter is in very safe hands and completely happy.
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Review from Susan (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter started nursery in Dec 2018 and right from the start has enjoyed every minute.
Amazing staff who listen to all she has to say and give thorough updates when I pick her up.
Lovely setting with a brilliant outdoor play area.
Lots of stimulating play and learning done throughout the day.
My daughter comes home full of stories of her day and absolutely shattered! We both love it here!
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Review from Sue C (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy overall with our boys attending this nursery.
Handovers at the end of sessions lack information about what our children have been up to and we're only really told whether they have eaten or not. It would be nice to hear what they've been up to more often.
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changes recently and with a child that is anxious about attending it would be nice to be kept up to date with who is who and who is working where to alleviate some of this anxiety. We used to get newsletters detailing staff movements which helped lots maybe this could be implemented again?
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Review from Kara C (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For a first time mum, leaving your child in the care of someone else is terrifying. Not only did the staff at Head Start Daventry put my son at ease but also put me at ease. They have been fantastic. The care they have for the children is fantastic and I always love hearing about what my little boy
has been up to when I pick him up. I honestly can't fault this nursery and want to say a big thank you to all of the staff for being so brilliant!
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Review from Claire H (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful environment, amazing staff who go above and beyond. Our son loves attending and the progress he has made here is fantastic.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.891)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.891) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 7 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 4.617 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry is calculated as follows: ( (77 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 94 Ratings = 4.617
  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 4.274 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 61 number of registered child places is 12.2. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 12.2 = 0.574
  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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Sandy

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Sandy has worked in the education sector for over 24 years. She originally started as an assistant in a primary school, and then went on to gain qualifications in SEND, becoming a 1:1 for children with learning difficulties. Sandy is also a qualified teaching assistant, and completed an Open Degree studying Child Psychology, amongst Early Years framework statements and Management. Sandy has fantastic Early Years experience, from starting as a Nursery Practitioner, to working her way up to a Room Leader, Deputy Manager, Nursery Manager.

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