Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark

79 Appleton Gate, Newark-on-Trent NG24 1LP
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  • Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark, Newark-on-Trent
Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is part of a nursery group that prioritises quality early years learning, as well as being committed to equality and diversity. By using self-evaluation techniques, the provider looks to ensure positive steps are always being taken towards furthering the service's potential.

A qualified team look to treat all children as precious, inspiring them to learn and develop within a healthy and secure environment where they can also enjoy sound nutrition. There is a purpose-built sensory and sleep room and good parking for parents.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Laura Lay (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 58

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Half Days cost £37.00 (8-1 or 1-6)
    Full Days cost £67.50 (8-6)
    Full Time cost £64.00 (5days 8-6)
    Early Starts cost £7.50 from 7am

  • We offer a number of delivery models for FREE childcare for eligible children from 9 months old.

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • They have a car park on site which parents and visitors can use when visiting the nursery.

Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark Reviews (189)

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Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark has a Review Score of 10 (9.992) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark has 189 reviews.

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Review from Kacey R (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The girls who look after my child are outstanding. So friendly and caring. I trust them so much. He smiles every time he sees them and that means the world to me. They are so caring and attentive to his needs. He does lots with them which is great for his development. They always update me and I can't
speak highly enough of the team.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Most brilliant nursery! My son loves it being here and staff are nice and kind. Any issues I had were solved very quick. Would totally recommend it!
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Review from Aaron L (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves coming to nursery, I would recommend this setting to anyone.
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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Five stars simply aren't enough for Serendipitys. If you want to be assured your child is well cared for and safe, at ease knowing your child is having well-prepared meals and satisfied the staff are highly qualified, then Serendipitys is the place for your little one. Thank you for making bringing
my child to nursery so easy. I can honestly say that choosing Serendipitys for both my children was the best decision and choice. I would recommend the nursery a thousand times over.
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff. My child loves coming and looks forward to it. The activities that the children do are relevant to their abilities. Very happy with the overall experience. My child has been here since nine months. Would recommend.
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Review from Sue P (Grandmother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of my grandchildren have attended Serendipitys.
The staff are amazing, always helpful and friendly.
The premises are lovely, and they have two great gardens, so the children have lots of space to enjoy.
Great communication, so you always know what is going on.
Highly recommend.
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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's very nice.
My son loves to be there.
Spent a lovely time.
I'm very happy he is enjoying it there.
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Review from Katie H (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has wonderful facilities and amazing staff; they are very supportive of both the children and the parents. They are always thinking of innovative ways to entertain and educate the children. Highly recommended.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my boys have gone to nursery, and they have loved every minute of it! Couldn't ask for more, and all members of staff are amazing towards them!
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Review from Amelia G (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After viewing four other nurseries, I was very pleased to come across Serendipitys. They go above and beyond in meeting your/your child's needs. My baby always comes out so happy. All the staff are lovely. Would definitely recommend it.
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Review from A L (Grandfather of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have three grandchildren who attend this nursery. They all love coming and have made lovely relationships with the staff. They love telling me what they are learning about. My eldest is in preschool and has really enjoyed planting, growing and eating her own vegetables in their vegetable garden, which
is so lovely to help her learn and develop. Would recommend it to anyone needing childcare.
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Review from C A (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has developed and gained a perfect personality. All the staff are brilliant at developing all aspects of early development. The team have always helped my child's needs. Perfect nursey, and perfect teaching.
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Review from Jamie C (Grandfather of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandchildren all attend Serendipitys Newark. They love going to nursery and are all thriving. The staff are fantastic, and the manager works hard to make sure her staff and the children are all happy. I would definitely recommend it.
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Review from Leighton N (Uncle of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece is always happy to go to nursery when I drop her off. The garden area is amazing, and we are always sent pictures of her taking part in activities daily. Overall really happy with the nursery.
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Review from Lewis P (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son really enjoys his time at Serendipitys Day Nursery. He loves playing outside in the lovely garden area. His development has come on lots too. Staff send me photos and updates regularly, and it's nice to see him learning and having lots of fun. Nothing is ever too much trouble. Highly recommend
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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff throughout the building, friendly, and helped settle my daughter and any worries and concerns I have. She is always happy and smiling at pick up and drop off.
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Review from Katie A (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have used Serendipitys for four years now, and I have always been really happy with my experience. My children are always happy to be dropped off, and it is clear that have a special bond with the staff, who are always friendly and caring. I always recommend Serendipitys to friends.
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Review from Trena H (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the best nursery ever! They have been so proactive with all my boys and their learning difficulties. Would recommend them to anyone and everyone.
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Review from Leah I (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Serendipitys Day Nursery is the best nursery I have personally used. My son has been attending for over a year now, and his development skills and speech have come on leaps and bonds. Not only this, he is excited to attend nursery when he goes and is comfortable with the staff. He is usually a shy boy,
so this says it all for me in how comfortable and excited he is. My youngest will definitely be attending when the time is right, and I highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Charlotte P (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Super happy.
My son is always happy at nursery.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.992)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.992) out of 10 for Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 42 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 42 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 4.992 for Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is calculated as follows: ( (500 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 504 Ratings = 4.992
  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 Serendipitys Day Nursery & Pre-School Newark is based on 42 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 58 number of registered child places is 11.6, which has been reached with 42 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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Awards / Recognitions (8)

Meet the Team (16)

Laura

Laura Lay

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2014
Charlotte

Charlotte

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2015

Deputy Manager

Louise

Louise Watkins

Job Title: Babyroom Head Joined: 2023

Babyroom Head

Beth

Beth Scotney

Job Title: Baby room staff Joined: 2015

Baby room staff

Louise

Louise

Job Title: Baby room staff Joined: 2020

Baby room staff

Trinity

Trinity Freshney

Job Title: Baby room staff Joined: 2023

Baby room staff

Phoebe

Phoebe Leek

Job Title: Toddler Room Head Joined: 2017

Toddler room head

Nat

Nat

Job Title: Toddler Room Staff Joined: 2010

Toddler room staff

Izzie

Izzie Starkey

Job Title: Toddler Room Staff Joined: 2022

Toddler room staff

Nichola

Nichola Mills

Job Title: Toddler Room Staff Joined: 2023

Toddler room staff

Cam

Cam Bailey

Job Title: Preschool Room Staff Joined: 2009

Preschool room staff

Charlie-Anne

Charlie-Anne Schindler

Job Title: Preschool Room Staff Joined: 2022

Preschool room staff

Alicja

Alicja Swiatek

Job Title: Preschool Room Staff Joined: 2023

Preschool room staff

Sophie

Sophie Steele

Job Title: Preschool Room Staff Joined: 2023

Preschool room staff

Katie

Katie Coulter

Job Title: Lunchtime Assistant Joined: 2023

Lunchtime assistant

Lisa

Lisa Thomas

Job Title: Lunchtime Assistant Joined: 2022

Lunchtime assistant

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