
The staff are absolutely amazing, friendly, and patient.Nicoleta D(Mother of Child)

From the wonderful staff, tasty meals, exciting activities and overall outstanding care they offerG W(Mother of Child)

Friendly staff, lots of good activities for kids to doD T(Father of Child)

The staff are absolutely amazing, friendly, and patient.Nicoleta D(Mother of Child)

From the wonderful staff, tasty meals, exciting activities and overall outstanding care they offerG W(Mother of Child)

Friendly staff, lots of good activities for kids to doD T(Father of Child)

Windermere Day Nursery is a beautiful purpose built day nursery, developed on behalf of Kettering General Hospital to care for the children of Trust employees and of the local community. The nursery has a homely and friendly atmosphere, with a team of highly qualified and experienced staff to inspire and develop your child's skills.
Children are taught to care about the world they live in and the nursery is proud...
Windermere Day Nursery is a beautiful purpose built day nursery, developed on behalf of Kettering General Hospital to care for the children of Trust employees and of the local community. The nursery has a homely and friendly atmosphere, with a team of highly qualified and experienced staff to inspire and develop your child's skills.
Children are taught to care about the world they live in and the nursery is proud to have gained an Eco Schools Green Flag Award.
At Windermere children have six main playrooms for individual age groups. The outside area consists of a sectioned garden, comprising of grassy areas and also individual garden areas for each age group. This ensures the children have access to a variety of outdoor stimulation with an opportunity to explore, learn and play.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Childbase Partnership
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amy McCulloch (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 38
Total Places for Children
- 116
Age Range
- from 0 years 2 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:30
- Tuesday07:30-18:30
- Wednesday07:30-18:30
- Thursday07:30-18:30
- Friday07:30-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Inset Days
Parking
- Free parking is available onsite.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Windermere Day Nursery (Kettering) Reviews (168)
Windermere Day Nursery (Kettering) has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.635) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Windermere Day Nursery (Kettering) has 168 reviews.
I find the staff friendly, nice and welcoming. My daughter loves coming to nursery. I would recommend Windermere Day Nursery to everyone! Best nursery in Kettering!
I find the staff friendly, nice and welcoming. My daughter loves coming to nursery. I would recommend Windermere Day Nursery to everyone! Best nursery in Kettering!
Windermere has helped my child flourish. She is confident with her peers and adults. She is able to write her own name and count to fifty. Every member of staff is a credit to the company. They know every child's needs and wants.
Windermere has helped my child flourish. She is confident with her peers and adults. She is able to write her own name and count to fifty. Every member of staff is a credit to the company. They know every child's needs and wants.
The nursery has been such an amazing experience for my daughter for the last two years. She has grown. All the staff have been amazing and very approachable in the pre-school room. I have really built a relationship with the staff. Front of house is always easy to talk to.
The nursery has been such an amazing experience for my daughter for the last two years. She has grown. All the staff have been amazing and very approachable in the pre-school room. I have really built a relationship with the staff. Front of house is always easy to talk to.
The staff and management team are very welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful.
The large garden areas are great for our daughter who loves to play outdoors.
I would definitely recommend...
The staff and management team are very welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful.
The large garden areas are great for our daughter who loves to play outdoors.
I would definitely recommend Windermere Day Nursery!
Windermere Day Nursery is an excellent provision for children. My child has been attending the nursery for 3 years, and I would highly recommend it. Any issues are dealt with straight away and communication between the parent and key workers is excellent. Relationships between the children and...
Windermere Day Nursery is an excellent provision for children. My child has been attending the nursery for 3 years, and I would highly recommend it. Any issues are dealt with straight away and communication between the parent and key workers is excellent. Relationships between the children and adults are also excellent. The topics for learning are interesting and enjoyable. Thank you Windermere.
For...
For various reasons we've had to use different nurseries and Windermere has definitely been the best. It's organised, welcoming and caring.
Unfortunately, this nursery is not as good as it was in the pre-covid phase. The quality of this nursery has drastically dropped down now. Some staff are good and caring but a few of them are rude and unpleasant. This nursery doesn't provide any support even for special needs children. Staff are...
Unfortunately, this nursery is not as good as it was in the pre-covid phase. The quality of this nursery has drastically dropped down now. Some staff are good and caring but a few of them are rude and unpleasant. This nursery doesn't provide any support even for special needs children. Staff are overworked so they don't really bother about kids and their requirements. There is always a long queue of parents outside of the nursery to pick up their children, parents will wait there for a long time in heavy rain and freezing cold with no proper shelter. Parking is always a long term issue. Staff is not capable to take care of children with a temper tantrum, as they lose their own temper because of overwork and some of them even look incompetent. They even don't bother to reply to parent's email, as they like to ignore it always. The childcare app is just a formality there, with just an occasional update of children's activities. They even don't bother to inform me when they changed my son's key person.
Firstly, I was very grateful for the opportunity you gave me to clear up some misconceptions about our Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery and our Covid-secure operating procedures. It is important that I stress again we have a highly qualified Special Educational Needs Coordinator, who has been at...
Firstly, I was very grateful for the opportunity you gave me to clear up some misconceptions about our Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery and our Covid-secure operating procedures. It is important that I stress again we have a highly qualified Special Educational Needs Coordinator, who has been at the nursery for eight years, and an enviable record of close co-operation between my teams and community experts to ensure all our children are fully supported in their development.Covid-secure operation has prevented parents from entering the nursery but they have welcomed our many forms of communication and the gifted umbrellas last summer to protect them during the winter months. A basket of more of these umbrellas is sited in the porch which also provides further cover during exceptionally busy times at nursery when social distancing requirements can result in queues.
Be assured we believe our partnership with parents is absolutely vital.
Our son has been attending the nursery since he was a baby. He has come on leaps and bounds, in all aspects, especially speech. The staff are very friendly, welcoming, responsive and always put your mind at rest and listen to any concerns. I do sometimes ring and see how our son is and they do not...
Our son has been attending the nursery since he was a baby. He has come on leaps and bounds, in all aspects, especially speech. The staff are very friendly, welcoming, responsive and always put your mind at rest and listen to any concerns. I do sometimes ring and see how our son is and they do not mind at all and are happy to help! Great for when I left my baby for the first time. Great meals and activities for the children, our son always has so much fun with his friends. Updates and images are uploaded onto an app as well as assessments, so parents can regularly see how their little one is getting on.
My son has been attending this nursery since he was 20 months old and he’s always excited to go there. Good and friendly staff, great meals, excellent communication from the management and clean learning environment for kids.
My son has been attending this nursery since he was 20 months old and he’s always excited to go there. Good and friendly staff, great meals, excellent communication from the management and clean learning environment for kids.
My daughter started at Windermere in June 2020. She has settled in really well with the support of the lovely staff. I get sent photos and updates on how she is and she really seems to be enjoying it. The staff keep me informed and updated regularly and are always at the end of the phone to answer...
My daughter started at Windermere in June 2020. She has settled in really well with the support of the lovely staff. I get sent photos and updates on how she is and she really seems to be enjoying it. The staff keep me informed and updated regularly and are always at the end of the phone to answer my questions. I feel at ease knowing she’s really cared for and I can’t thank the staff enough especially as it’s not easy times due to COVID-19. I would highly recommend this nursery.
2. Constructive feedback given by parents is always taken in a positive manner.
3. I would recommend this nursery any day.
4. I am an ambitious Dad and want my child to excel in academics. This concern of mine has been taken up...
2. Constructive feedback given by parents is always taken in a positive manner.
3. I would recommend this nursery any day.
4. I am an ambitious Dad and want my child to excel in academics. This concern of mine has been taken up positively by the staff. My eldest starts school in September and I am paying for him to continue at the nursery through summer with a focus on getting the child "school ready". The staff have taken my feedback on board and are working with the child accordingly, without putting too much pressure on him.
5. I have two little boys at this nursery going all day, five days a week. No discount other than a 10% sibling discount for the older child. So yes, the fees do add up to close to £2,000 a month for the family. During these times of the Coronavirus and a bleak job market, it is a stretch for the family but we are managing as we have a little one at home that needs extra care at this time.
My son adores going to nursery and feels supported and cared for by all of the staff. They do a...
My son adores going to nursery and feels supported and cared for by all of the staff. They do a wide range of activities with the children and encourage any particular interests they may have! They spend a lot of time outside and my son has gone on trips outside of the nursery.
I would 100% recommend Windermere nursery to anyone looking for childcare in and around Kettering.
My 10-month-old daughter started at Windermere in June and I could not have hoped for a better experience. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the staff were informative, understanding and eased any concerns that I had. She has settled in like an absolute dream and hasn't been unsettled by the experience...
I can't thank them enough and I look forward to seeing my daughter continue to thrive.
My child enjoys her time in the nursery and has learned a lot as well. They are a family first nursery as well, especially throughout the pandemic. I feel safe to leave her there most of all, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. I would recommend them to anyone who needs their services.
My child enjoys her time in the nursery and has learned a lot as well. They are a family first nursery as well, especially throughout the pandemic. I feel safe to leave her there most of all, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. I would recommend them to anyone who needs their services.
My son attends this nursery, the care he receives is just simply the best, the staff are always very helpful and knowledgeable, it's very clear they are very passionate about the children and nursery. The activities that the nursery provide is outstanding. I would highly recommend Windermere. I...
My son attends this nursery, the care he receives is just simply the best, the staff are always very helpful and knowledgeable, it's very clear they are very passionate about the children and nursery. The activities that the nursery provide is outstanding. I would highly recommend Windermere. I can go to work safe in the knowledge that he is being cared for.
My daughter has been attending Windermere since she was 11 months. She loves going to nursery and has thrived since starting there. This is because of the fantastic staff who really take time to get to know the children and who go above and beyond in their care of them.
My daughter has been attending Windermere since she was 11 months. She loves going to nursery and has thrived since starting there. This is because of the fantastic staff who really take time to get to know the children and who go above and beyond in their care of them.
We have been constantly contacted by the nursery with updates about children returning with no pressure to choose yes or no.
Cannot wait for our daughter to...
We have been constantly contacted by the nursery with updates about children returning with no pressure to choose yes or no.
Cannot wait for our daughter to go back, she loves going and is educated and nurtured to a very high standard.
I have used Windermere Day Nursery since 2016 when my eldest started there. As a first time mum I was very apprehensive about leaving my daughter but the staff were so kind and I was able to tell them everything I wanted them to know and felt really at ease. My eldest is due to leave in September...
I have used Windermere Day Nursery since 2016 when my eldest started there. As a first time mum I was very apprehensive about leaving my daughter but the staff were so kind and I was able to tell them everything I wanted them to know and felt really at ease. My eldest is due to leave in September to start school and I know she has had an amazing life at the nursery loving all the activities and staff. My youngest is also at the nursery now and also really enjoys attending and seeing her big sister there. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic the nursery has been so supportive and understanding of my situation and with keeping in contact with parents to update on the situation, providing information on life at the nursery now and asking what the children have been up to.
My eldest has been coming to this nursery for 4 years (since he was 6 months old) and my youngest for 1 year. The staff have always been approachable, accommodating and kind. Both my boys have had a wonderful experience and have formed close bonds with the staff. Coronavirus has brought about...
My eldest has been coming to this nursery for 4 years (since he was 6 months old) and my youngest for 1 year. The staff have always been approachable, accommodating and kind. Both my boys have had a wonderful experience and have formed close bonds with the staff. Coronavirus has brought about government-led changes within the nursery, which has remained open to us, as we are key workers, throughout. Initially I was nervous about 'social bubbles', the absence of many of the children and the impact of 'school readiness', etc. but the staff have worked hard to make the transition as smooth as possible and I am grateful for their hard work and dedication.
I know she has been left in excellent hands and we've watched her grow into...
I know she has been left in excellent hands and we've watched her grow into a beautiful little lady, and that is truly down to the staff at all levels in Windemere Day Nursery. They say it takes a village to raise a child (well in our eyes, she couldn't have been in a better one!). From the bottom of a mummy's heart, thank you for looking after our little girl.
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News (9) & Events (0)
- 27 May 2025
Childbase Partnership has been awarded a coveted ‘Top 10’ position in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025, ranking the company amongst the best employers in the...
- 03 Mar 2025
Childbase Partnership has topped the league tables for the second year running, maintaining the No.1 spot for the quality of Early Years care and education throughout its 44 day nurseries....
- 18 Feb 2025
The spotlight was on Early Years professionals in-training at Windermere Day Nursery in Kettering as they were celebrated by their team during National Apprenticeship Week. At the Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ Day...
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Awards / Recognitions (22)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Childbase Partnership
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Childbase Partnership
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: Childbase Partnership
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Meet the Team (1)

Amy is the Manager of Windermere Day Nursery in Kettering and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 29 years. Amy...
Amy is the Manager of Windermere Day Nursery in Kettering and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 29 years. Amy worked as a Manager for 17 years at her previous setting, before joining Childbase Partnership and becoming manager in 2018. Amy has numerous qualifications, including her Level 3 in Childcare.
What is your favourite feature of Windermere?My favourite feature is the large and spacious garden which is quiet and calming with lots of areas for the children to explore. The nursery rooms are not only separated for the age groups but also have separate rooms within those areas, allowing lots of free flow for the children to aid us in creating fantastic, engaging, enabling environments.
I am most proud of the long-standing experienced team, that works together supporting each other and sharing ideas and knowledge of the children we care for to make sure each child experiences the best day every day. There is a good team spirit on the whole and a “want to achieve attitude”.
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