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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry

Danetre Hospital, London Road, Daventry NN11 4DY
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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry, Daventry
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry, Daventry
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...  

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

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

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 to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry Reviews (60)

9.7

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.716) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Daventry has 60 reviews.

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Review from Sam (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

There appears to be a lot of staff 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
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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
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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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Review from Julie F (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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Both my children have attended Head Start Nursery in Daventry and both my children have loved it there. They have had a great start at this nursery both socially and intellectually. All the staff have been great with my children. The surroundings and facilities are fantastic, the activities are varied day to day. I have nothing but praise for this nursery, they do an amazing job and I am happy my children spent their infant years here.

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Review from Abby M (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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Head Start have been amazing with my son. He loves it there so much and has become so much more independent since starting a year ago. He does 3 sessions a week but really wants to do more and doesn’t want to come home! All the staff are brilliant and very knowledgeable, they can always tell me how much he’s eaten and what he’s been up to that day! Highly recommend!

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Review from Karin P (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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My son has attended Head Start Day Nursery since he was 18 months old (now 3.5years).
The staff have been great with him and he's built really good relationships with the staff.

The record book they keep on his progress and activities is great to see - I really think they do an amazing job and thank you for taking care of my son.

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Review from Laura M (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery, staff are amazing and my little boy loves it here. Hours are really flexible which is one of the reasons we chose this nursery. Would definitely recommend.

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Review from Emily M (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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Very impressed with Headstart, my little boy loves it there and the staff are very friendly and accommodating. I love the information and pictures etc you get to see about your child's time at the nursery in the folder they get.

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Review from Hayley S (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2015 Submitted via Postal Card
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My two children love attending nursery. My eldest really looks forward to her session, and loves telling us about it afterwards. My youngest isn't talking yet, but always goes willingly and seems very happy.

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Review from Ian O (Father of Child) published on 29 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card
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Good nursery offering a high standard of care and a strong emphasis on education and activity. Our children got involved in a wide range of fun arts and crafts and loved the outdoor play space. We feel it offers a solid preparation for starting school.

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Review from Lucie W (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card
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Head Start is amazing! my two children are so happy and settled there. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful and have been great with my son's fussy eating and on going toilet training. I am so glad we chose Head Start for out children and can't praise them highly enough.

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Review from Joanna M (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2015 Submitted via Website
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This is the beginning of my daughter's last year at Head Start. She has been at this nursery full time since she was six months old. The building is lovely and traditional and covered in colourful seasonal displays of the children's work and photographs of what they have been getting up to. They get to play out in the large enclosed garden whenever possible which is a great facility to have as well as play with indoor toys, books and iPads. I cannot praise the staff here enough for their commitment, enthusiasm and professionalism; My daughter learns new things every day and comes home full of tales about things she has done at nursery that she has loved (reading, cooking, sports, arts and crafts, music but most importantly playing!). The thing we like best (and what made us choose this nursery in the first place!) is that the staff really care and take the time to get to know the children (and not just the ones in their immediate care but all the kids) my daughter is looked after by people who have known her since she was a baby and who are constant positive figures in her life. The team seem to genuinely love kids and whilst they will quickly address any disciplinary issues they are also equally as quick to praise a child who has done well and give affection to a child who is upset. I have recommended Head Start to many local parents and my daughter has made some great friends here. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a home away from home atmosphere where their child is cared for as an individual.

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Review from Clare S (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2015 Submitted via Website
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Both of my children have attended this nursery and have always been very happy here. The staff are very friendly and supportive and provide a stimulating learning environment for the children. The outside area is great for the children to explore and learn within. I would recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Review from Samantha B (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2015 Submitted via Website
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I have had my 1st Child with the nursery since 2012 and have continued to have my 3rd child in the nursery (inclusive of my 2nd who is currently still at the nursery) and very happy with many aspects and the staff as well as my children's developments. Where there have been areas of development this has been highlighted and managed through ourselves and the nursery.

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News (4) & Events (0)

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  • Posted: Friday 20 Feb 2026Grandir UK offers employment options designed for today’s childcare professionals. Grandir UK has launched GrandFlex, a suite of flexible working options designed to empower childcare professionals with greater control over...
  • Posted: Monday 20 Oct 2025Grandir UK is delighted to announce that we’ve been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Education and Training™ by Great Place to Work® UK for 2025. Our...
  • Posted: Monday 28 Jul 2025Leading childcare provider Grandir UK, home of multiple nursery brands like Kiddi Caru and Dicky Birds, has been Great Place to Work-Certified™ for a third consecutive year. This accreditation is...
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  • Recipient: Grandir UKDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: Kiddi Caru Day Nursery DaventryDate: Thursday 26 Jun 2025
  • Recipient: Grandir UKDate: Sunday 01 Jun 2025

Meet the Team (1)

Sandy Job Title: Nursery Manager
Sandy

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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