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Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft)

4 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes MK4 4DE
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Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft), Milton Keynes
Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft), Milton Keynes
Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft), Milton Keynes

Acorn at Westcroft is a nursery in the Westcroft retail district, offering a spacious and well-equipped range of rooms for children to play and explore.

There are four small, outdoor play areas and in keeping with Acorn's strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, the nursery has its own Forest School site at the nearby Howe Park Wood.

The nursery has a full-time cook and all meals and snacks are...  

Funding & Fees

Full time place starting from £1,620
Full day from £83.50
Morning session from £47.50

Afternoon session from £43.50

Fees are inclusive of all meals, snacks, drinks (including approved formula milk), nappies and activities.
We do not charge registration fees, only a £100 deposit which is refunded against the first month’s fees. We don’t charge for settling in sessions, but we do expect payment for all nursery fees to be paid up front at the beginning of each month, which is standard practice for all childcare providers. We do not charge for bank holidays, our four training days each year, or for the three days closure between Christmas and New Year. We do, however, charge for days children don’t attend through illness or holidays, apart from exceptional circumstances.

Please view the prospectus on our website for a full fees guide.

Contact Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft) to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Katrina Lewis (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Registered Charity Number

  • 1145108

Total Places for Children

  • 91

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 4 years 11 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, Staff Training Days & between Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • The nursery has parking located next to the nursery, there is also ample parking within the Westcroft District Centre.

Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft) Reviews (225)

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Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.932) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Acorn Day Nursery (Westcroft) has 225 reviews.

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Review from Hayley L (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery, my little boy always looks forward to going in. He always enjoys all the messy play activities. The outside area is also really good for him to run around and play. The staff are always very friendly.

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Review from Zdenka F (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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I couldn't be happier with Acorn Day Nursery in Westcroft! My daughter looks forward to going every single day. The entire staff is exceptional, with a wonderful approach to children and excellent communication with parents. The meals provided are delicious, and my daughter thoroughly enjoys them.

The program is diverse, filled with engaging and educational activities that foster both fun and development. I also appreciate the opportunities for parents to visit the nursery, such as open days or festive events like Christmas parties. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parents looking for a nurturing and inspiring environment for their children. It has truly been a fantastic choice for our family!

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Review from Katy E (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery with amazing, caring, friendly staff. Our little one is looked after by all the workers at Acorns, with most if not all knowing her name and able to engage with her to make her feel settled and confident within the nursery. The workers encourage independent play alongside giving support to the children when need it, I can't complain my child's needs are not met. Great range of activities for the children throughout the day and week to keep them entertained, both indoors and outdoors. Meal times are ranged very well, with our little one trying various different foods that we perhaps wouldn't give her. Love Acorn Nursery and know that our little one is well cared for when she is there.

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Review from Sam G (Father of Child) published on 21 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We're so pleased with Acorn Nursery in Westcroft! Our daughter loves it and has developed so much in her time there!
Having moved further away, we made the decision to stay with the nursery because of how happy we are!

Thank you, Acorn Westcroft!

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Review from Jak S (Father of Child) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Acorn at Westcroft for 2 and a half years, of which she has developed and grown into a wonderful young person under the guidance of the staff at the nursery. All of the staff are friendly, kind and professional, making the nursery process simple and effortless for children and their parents.
The activities are fun and exciting for my daughter and also provide educational benefits through exploring and playing.

Acorn at Westcroft is a fantastic nursery and I'm very grateful for the team and what they have done for my family.

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Review from V M (Father of Child) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We decided to put our second child at Acorns following a decline of service at the nursery our eldest was at. We decided on Acorns following a recommendation from a friend. Acorns have more than lived up to the recommendation. We love the staff - they're lovely, good with our son and always happy to help. It's also refreshing to see male nurses!
We love what the nursery do - there's a lot of outdoor play which we didn't get from our previous one. They do forest school too which we're looking forward for our son to attend.
The communication is on point - we can message in at any point and get swift responses. We get a daily summary of what our son ate, how much he slept etc, as well as a daily overall summary of what the kids did with pictures. The food is also good and varied.
The nursery also regularly organise parent's stay and plays.

We love that our son goes here and would definitely recommend the nursery! You get more than what you pay for!

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Review from T W (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has settled in very well at Acorns Westcroft - she wasn't so sure at first but the staff have made her feel at ease and she is now excited to go to nursery.

The app is updated frequently with photos and a description of their activities at the end of each day. The staff communicate well with us and let us know if anything has happened or if they need to clarify anything. I'm really glad we decided to have our daughter attend this nursery.

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Review from M T (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We are absolutely thrilled with our experience at Acorn for our daughter. From day one, the staff has been incredibly welcoming and nurturing, making the transition smooth and comforting for both our daughter and us as parents. Our daughter has flourished, developing new skills and forming friendships, all while enjoying herself immensely. The nursery's facilities are clean, safe, and well-equipped, providing an ideal environment for young children to explore and grow.

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Review from Priyanka H (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our experience with the nursery has been great. My daughter was made comfortable in Acorns Day Nursery or during the transition to Squirrels. She just loves going there. My requests for speech support are being taken into account and I can see some improvement in her speech. Would love the same support for when she starts potty training as well.

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Review from Andrew W (Father of Child) published on 23 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery with lots of development opportunities for my son. He loves going to nursery and spending time with his friends. Good feedback given throughout the day so we know what they've been getting up to.

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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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Many thanks from the heart for all your hard work, love, dedication, and patience to my child and also for caring when she was not feeling well and making every day a fun environment.

The care and development for the children are brilliant, I always feel 100% confident she will be well looked after with you.

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Review from Natalia D (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been in the nursery for 3 months. He was going to another sister nursery but it had to close and we were given the option to be relocated. I didn't consider Acorn at Wescroft at first but I am so happy to have found it and chosen it now. I can see that the staff genuinely care about my son and he always responds with a smile when someone opens the nursery door in the morning. It is a relief to know that he is enjoying his time there, playing and learning and that he has all the support he needs. Thank you, team of Acorn at Wescroft.

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Review from Kelly L (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I have used Acorns for a number of years for both my girls. My youngest daughter has settled extremely well here and loves attending nursery. All the staff are attentive and have been in the setting for a number of years which always fills you with confidence.
The app is always updated and photos are taken daily of the children so you can see activities throughout the day. I love how they go around the local shops/libraries for walks.
The food is always a hit for my little one too.

Thank you again Acorns.

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Review from P S (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our son started Acorns at Westcroft in January after moving from another nursery. I was quite anxious about him having to start somewhere new but am delighted with the way he quickly settled in. In just 2.5 months he’s come such a long way in development, speech and independence. I can see the way the effort the staff put in each day has really helped him do things for himself. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this nursery.

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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son settled into the nursery quickly. I know that he is having a lovely time there because he is normally smiling when I pick him up. There are plenty of things they do with him every day. I like that they go out to shops, parks and the library.

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Review from Kirsty S (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Both of my boys have settled into their new rooms really well, lots of updates and always really good feedback of how their days have been, any issues we are either contacted at the time to be made aware or at the end of the day if it isn’t major. Lots of opportunities to speak to the boys' key workers too.

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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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We had a great experience at the nursery. My toddler loves it and the staff are very attentive to their needs and development. Children engage in a lot of different activities. Staff are very patient and caring both with children and parents.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our 2-year-old daughter has been going here for about 2 months now for full time. The teachers and the staff are amazing. Their communication is fabulous and are always there to help with any questions you may have. I love the safety measures they have in place and feel super safe with my kids being here. They always make us feel welcome at pick up and drop off. We would highly recommend this daycare as a great place.

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Review from R G (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been attending the nursery for approx 18 months since she was 1 year old. The staff are compassionate when she has found things tricky, guided her through learning new skills and made great bonds with the children. The admin staff are very helpful when we have had questions surrounding funding, payments or scheduling. My daughter has great fun during her nursery days, she eats well each day and her communication has soared during her time there. Would definitely recommend!

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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter settled into the nursery quickly and loves it. She enjoys going each day and has made many new friends and often comes home saying the names of staff and lists them amongst her friends at nursery. She enjoys the trips out to the shops, library and park and has started to take part in some forestry activities. The fact our daughter really enjoys it and looks forward to going makes my overall rating excellent.

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Awards / Recognitions (13)

  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
  • Recipient: Acorn Early YearsDate: Monday 15 Apr 2024

Meet the Team (3)

Katrina Lewis Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2026
Katrina Lewis

Katrina began her journey working within a private nursery setting as an unqualified practitioner. She went on to gain her Level 3 status, becoming a qualified practitioner. She later moved into mainstream schools, working within their early years departments. During her time in schools, she achieved a Degree in Applied Education and studied Linguistics.

She eventually returned to the private sector to better support her study schedule, this time stepping into the role of deputy manager, and she has remained in management for the past six years.

Katrina chose to pursue a career in childcare and education because she enjoys working with children and finds it rewarding to watch and be part of their growth and development.

Hiral Desai Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2024
Hiral Desai

Deputy Manager

Sabiha Barakat Job Title: Senior Administrator Joined: 2022
Sabiha Barakat

Senior Administrator

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