Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield

Harrias Barn, Hedgerley Lane, Beaconsfield HP9 2SD
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9.8 51 Reviews
  • Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield, Beaconsfield
Poppies Beaconsfield, rated Good by Ofsted (February 2017), offers a warm and friendly welcome where children from 3 months to 5 years enjoy inspirational learning experiences.

The nursery is based on a former farm across two spacious barn conversions in Hedgerley Lane.

The nursery, which opened over 20 years ago, has an outstanding outdoor environment and an expert childcare team. The team are extremely committed to providing the highest quality care and education, supporting each child to achieve their full potential. Staff provide a wide range of exciting and stimulating activities that are tailored to each child’s individual interests and needs, and support them to develop into confident and independent learners.

They promote close parent partnerships and provide daily updates and photos about your child’s routine and activities, so you have wonderful memories of their time at Poppies.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Katie Hawes (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 70

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Nursery fees are dependent on the age of your child and your specific childcare requirements. Funding options are available, including the government’s 30 hours funded childcare, for working families with 3-4-year-old children and we also accept the Government Tax Free Childcare Scheme and childcare vouchers.
    Please call us to request pricing and availability.

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

Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield Reviews (51)

9.8

Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.774) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield has 51 reviews.

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Review from Chris O (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at this nursery since just over one year old, and she turned four yesterday. The care, patience and expertise shown by the team throughout this time has been exceptional. We went through a difficult period as a family, and the support from the staff made a genuinely meaningful
difference.


We've watched our daughter grow in confidence, capability and happiness - she has come on in leaps and bounds. Most importantly, she loves it here. She wakes up excited to go to nursery and always speaks positively about her day and her teachers.


The balance between play-based learning and structured education is excellent, and the focus on developing well-rounded, kind, and confident children is clear in everything they do. We visited several nurseries before choosing Poppies Beaconsfield, and we are certain we made the right choice.


For anyone looking for a nurturing, professional, and truly child-focused nursery, Poppies Beaconsfield should be at the very top of your list.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter enjoys coming to nursery and is growing in confidence, capability, and happiness. It's wonderful to know that our…read more
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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. The staff across all rooms are amazing. They communicate well with parents and are brilliant with my daughter. She really enjoys going and the settling-in and transitioning between rooms has been great.
Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for sharing such lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time with us and has felt comfortable during settling-in and room transitions. Our team works…read more
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Review from Simran D (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Poppies since she was 9 months old, and now at 3 we know we made the right choice. From the very beginning the staff have made it feel like a second home. Some of the staff have been there for over 20 years, and that depth of experience really shows-they know every child as
an individual and create such a warm, caring and nurturing atmosphere.


It's been amazing to watch our little one flourish here. She's grown in confidence and made lovely friendships. Thank you to the lovely teachers and management Poppies!

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We feel very privileged to have been part of your daughter's journey from such an early age, and it's been a joy to watch her grow into the confident,…read more
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves going to poppies, and has done for the last two years. It's a fun and positive environment with a really kind and experienced team, who are focused on development and care.
Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that your daughter loves coming to Poppies and has enjoyed being with us over the past two years. Creating a fun, positive, and caring…read more
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Review from N G (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been incredibly happy with our experience at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield from the very first day. The low staff turnover compared to other nurseries speaks volumes about the environment and the quality of care they provide. Our daughter loves being there and is looked after by a compassionate
and supportive team. The management is always attentive, and responsive, and goes above and beyond to help with any questions. They hire very well, and we feel completely confident knowing our little one is in such caring hands.
Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your experience at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield has been so positive from day one. Our dedicated team takes great pride in creating…read more
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Review from Risha S (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 children have been attending Poppies Day Nursery, starting January 2023. I could not speak any higher of the team. It speaks volumes that there is such a low staff turnover. The care and love they shown my children is more than I could ask for. I wholeheartedly trust them. Thank you for everything
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Review from Dipti C (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We took a tour of the nursery before deciding on it, immediately we were in! We loved the old barn, it had a super homely feel and the staff were super caring to top things! We sent our firstborn, our son who adjusted so well and has totally come into himself. As we were very happy, we sent our little
daughter too who is also thriving. Overall a beautiful nursery with wonderful staff covering a wide range of ages, setting up our little ones for school. Thank you Poppies!
Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're absolutely delighted to hear that both of your little ones have had such a positive experience with us. Creating a homely and nurturing environment is at…read more
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Review from Kate P (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children have been at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield since they were one and we could not be happier with the nursery. The team there have taken excellent care of our boys, providing a warm, fun and exciting learning environment for them. They do such lovely activities, spend loads of time
outside and come out with a smile every day. We couldn't ask for more!
Reply from Gemma Craig, Customer Experience Manager at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
It's wonderful to hear how happy you are with Poppies Day Nursery! It sounds like the team there really goes above and beyond to create a nurturing and fun environment for your boys. How great that…read more
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery and pre school.
My daughter has been attending since January 2023. The staff go above and beyond to make sure my daughter is content and well looked after at Poppies Day Nursery. The key workers are all friendly. Nothing is too much trouble for them. I would highly recommend Poppies
to friends and family.
Reply from Gemma Craig, Customer Experience Manager at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
It's so great to hear how happy you are with Poppies Day Nursery! It sounds like the team really make an effort to ensure your daughter is well cared for and happy. It's always reassuring when a…read more
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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Poppies for almost 4 years now. Since he was about 10 months old in the baby room and he is now 4 and a half and soon to leave to go to school. I cannot fault the care that he has received in his time there. The staff are truly dedicated and it feels like we are leaving him
with another family who really care for him. I will be very sad when he leaves!
Reply from Sonny, Marketing at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Four years of joy, growth, and cherished memories - we're so grateful to have been a part of your son's journey from the baby room to school readiness! Our dedicated staff will miss him dearly, and…read more
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Review from Kelly A (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Poppies have been fantastic and settling in my 2-year-old. She loves going in now after just a couple of unsettled weeks. She eats nutritious meals and comes out smiling every day. The staff are very caring and nurturing which is without a doubt their special ingredient.
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear that your 2-year-old has settled in well at Poppies. It's great to know that she enjoys coming in, eats nutritious meals, and leaves with a…read more
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Review from Ben A (Father of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had both of our children in Poppies and they've both really flourished. The staff are brilliant with the kids, with lots of variety of things to do every day, one of the highlights recently being the Christmas concert. There's a good balanced menu available. They're great at getting the kids interested
in reading and learning. The setting is really nice and the hours are really convenient for working parents. It's been a great place for us to send both children.
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that both of your children have flourished at Poppies. It's fantastic to know that the staff have been brilliant with the kids, providing a…read more
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Review from Joanna L (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter really enjoys nursery and is learning as well. She loves the activities, the French classes, and all of the staff.
I have always felt happy dropping her off, safe with the knowledge she will be well looked after and have a lovely day.
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time at nursery and benefiting from the activities and French classes.
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Review from Emily B (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so impressed with the team at Poppies and how well they look after my son. They are kind and caring, well-organised, enthusiastic and extremely trustworthy. My son has a number of allergies and they’ve been excellent at managing those ensuring the food he eats is safe for him. He carries
an EpiPen which they manage so well.
He is so happy and has built really good relationships with his carers. The range of activities ensures the children are engaged but also free to play and explore.
I highly recommend this nursery.
Thanks for all the hard work!
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Hello, thank you for your lovely review. We are so delighted to hear that your little one is having a good experience at our nursery and that he is being given good care and management when it comes…read more
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Review from Ben S (Father of Child) published on 3 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
You won’t find a better nursery. From the second we drive along the road and knows he’s going to nursery - he screams in delight. The staff are amazing and our little boy has the best time every single day. He loves it.
Reply from Sidonega Subashan, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for this wonderful review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our nursery.
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Review from M B (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been so pleased with Poppies and would highly recommend it. They were great during the settling in time, which took my little one about 6 weeks, and since then he has learnt so much through the great staff and interaction with others kids. It gives me great comfort to know they are in such safe
and caring hands. It has also been great to attend some of the open and party days and meet other local parents.
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for this lovely review! We are delighted to hear your little one has settled well to the nursery.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined Poppies last August after previously being at 2 other nurseries. The staff were so warm and welcoming. The outdoor area is such a huge benefit and is well-equipped with lots of activities for the children to engage with.
The staff are always looking for ways to bring in personal
interests of the children into everyday activities, my daughter always comes home saying what a great day she has had.
Reply from Harjit, Digital Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for the review and great to hear your daughter is enjoying all the activities set up.
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Review from Charlie M (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Poppies are such a friendly and warm environment, my child has been there since he was 9 months old and has loved every stage. They are so supportive and build so much confidence in the children.
Every day there is a new activity happening and they are learning something new. It’s brilliant.
Reply from Harjit, Digital Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for the review and saying Poppies Beaconsfield is brilliant.
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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield in March this year (2022) following a move into the area. She had been attending another nursery setting prior to Poppies Day Nursery however all we can say is she has developed much further than in her previous setting. We feel that her key workers
and teachers within the Big Explorer class have been amazing with our daughter. The staff understand our daughter's abilities and work alongside her in order to achieve this, not pushing her too hard that she resents but moreover working with her in smaller groups to build her confidence. She comes back home speaking about her key worker and how ‘she’s her best friend’. A daily diary is sent to all families as well as observations which work towards their objectives. My daughter's key worker has been amazing in settling in my daughter and we couldn’t be happier! Management are very friendly and easy to get hold of should you need them and communication via eyLog for anything is great.
Reply from Harjit, Digital Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for the review and great to hear our staff have been amazing, and your daughter's key worker is her 'best friend'.
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Review from Harriet M (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have recently settled my daughter into the nursery and am so grateful for the team who made the process as smooth and happy for us as possible. They went to great lengths to support my daughter with the transition, and I don't believe we would be as happy as we are now if it wasn’t for the individuals
looking after her day-to-day.
Reply from Harjit, Digital Marketing Executive at Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield
Thank you for the review, and we are glad to have your daughter at our nursery and hear she has settled in well.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.774)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.774) out of 10 for Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 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 4.917 for Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield is calculated as follows: ( (133 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.917
  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 4.857 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield is based on 12 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 70 number of registered child places is 14. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 14 = 0.857
  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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Meet the Team (1)

Katie

Katie Hawes

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2005

Hi, I’m Katie, the Nursery Manager, and have worked at the nursery for over 16 years and have vast experience working with babies and young children.


I have a level 3 childcare qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions about Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield

What is the Age Range of Children that Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield accepts?

Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield Open?

Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield is open: 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.

How many Children does Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield have capacity for?

Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield has capacity for a total of 70 Children.

How far is Poppies Day Nursery Beaconsfield to the centre of Beaconsfield?

0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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