Forest Barn Nursery School is located inside a beautifully converted barn on the outskirts of Brentwood, Essex. The nursery provides high-quality care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
At Forest Barn, their team of experienced educators teach children using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework alongside their own Storal approach to curriculum. They know that every child is different with their own story to tell, so they...
Funding & Fees
Full day (8 am – 5 pm) from £96.50
We want to make life simple, so our fees include milk, freshly prepared snacks, and meals, as well as nappies, wipes, and sun cream. Parents are, of course, also welcome to bring in their own.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
- Open all year
- Full Day Care
- Sessional Care
Group/Owner
- Storal
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Leigh Farmer (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 20
Total Places for Children
- 70
Age Range
- from 0 years 2 months
- to 5 years 0 months
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
Forest Barn Nursery School Reviews (39)
Forest Barn Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.539) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Forest Barn Nursery School has 39 reviews.
My daughter has been attending Forest Barn since May, she is absolutely thriving. The staff are so lovely and the communication throughout the day is fantastic. The range of activities the children take part in keep her busy, she is safe, taken care of and gives me the peace of mind, knowing she's in excellent hands! Thank you all
My little girl has been coming here since 9 months old and absolutely loves it. The staff are so accommodating and approachable. Communication is really good too as is the app that is used to show you what your child has been up to during the day.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear how much your little one enjoys coming to nursery and that you feel well supported by our team. It's great to know you find the app and communication helpful too. We really appreciate your kind words!
My daughter has loved Forest Barn and attended since she was 8 months old. Since it has been taken over, it's got better and better. The staff are incredible and are a credit to the nursery. I would recommend 100%
Thank you so much for your kind words and ongoing support. It's wonderful to hear how much your daughter has enjoyed her time with us and that you've seen positive changes, too. We're so proud of our dedicated team and will be sure to pass on your lovely comments. Your recommendation means a lot - thank you!
I have had my daughter , and now my son at Forest Barn, he's been attending since he was 1 year old. The staff is amazing and commendable for the level of care, passion and knowledge. Any issue is addressed swiftly and constructively. They have also created a parents forum, where parents are encouraged to provide regular feedback for improvements. I would definitely recommend and class this as one of the best nurseries in the area.
Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust in us with both your children. It's wonderful to hear such positive feedback about our team's care, passion, and support. We're especially pleased you value the parents' forum - working in partnership with our families is so important to us. Your recommendation means a great deal!
My daughter started at Forest Barn in August 2024, when she was 11 months old. She's now moving from the baby room to the toddlers and we couldn't be happier with the experience of Forest Barn so far I viewed 12 nurseries before I found Forest Barn and knew it was the one as soon as I walked in. My daughter is so happy here, she gets excited to go in the mornings and will get her nursery bag and wait by the front door to leave! As soon as she sees the staff she puts her hands out to go to them and has the biggest smile on her face
The staff are amazing and all so lovely, they update you regularly on the app and upload lovely photos, which gives you peace of mind knowing your child is so well cared for. My brother and 2 of my friends have even signed their children up for Forest Barn after viewing it and I didn't hesitate in signing my soon to be new arrival up as soon as I found out I was pregnant. Thank you everyone at Forest Barn!
Thank you for your heartfelt review! It's wonderful to hear how much your daughter loves Forest Barn and how confident you feel in our care. Seeing her excitement each morning is the best compliment we could receive! We truly appreciate your kind words about our staff and the trust you've placed in...
A lovely setting and fantastic staff. Very transparent with their communication and we have no doubt that our children are being cared for and happy whilst they are with the team. Great indoor and outdoor space - a truly lovely nursery!
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear that you appreciate our setting, fantastic staff, and open communication. Knowing your children are happy and well cared for means the world to us. We're glad you love the indoor and outdoor spaces too!
Great nursery for our 3 years old, helping us grow and develop all the skills needed. The staff and management are very helpful and caring, posting updates and observations for the daily routine and activities. Our little one seems to enjoy it in there and that's says it all.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to know that your little one is enjoying their time with us and developing new skills each day. Our team is dedicated to providing a caring and engaging environment, and it's wonderful to see it making a difference!
The setting and space at Forest Barn is fantastic, every day the children are involved in a new activity. My sons have made some special bonds with staff and I will be sad to see my youngest leave next summer.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're delighted to hear that both of your sons have thrived here and have formed such special connections with our team. It's a joy to be a part of their early years, and we'll make the most of our time with your youngest until he moves on next summer!
My 2 year old daughter attends this nursery 3 days a week and absolutely loves it, from dropping off to picking up she is grinning ear to ear. The staff are lovely and caring and make you feel at ease when first dropping your little one off. The activities my child gets up to throughout the week are varied and really challenge her learning and social skills. 100% would recommend this nursery to any new families looking for a recommendation.
We're so grateful for your kind words! It's wonderful to hear that your daughter enjoys her days with us and that you feel at ease leaving her in our care. Thank you for recommending us to other families-we're thrilled to be a part of her learning journey!
She has such wonderful days at nursery, doing a variety of activities and is happily shattered when she gets home.
It's such peace of mind knowing that she's happy and being well looked after when we're at work.
Thank you for such a heartwarming review! We're delighted to hear that your daughter is thriving and enjoying her time at Forest Barn. It's our pleasure to provide a nurturing and engaging environment, giving you peace of mind while she learns and grows.
Brilliant all round, our firstborn started here in September and we cannot fault the school's help and willingness. All the staff are friendly and kind, both to our boy and us as first-time parents! Highly recommended
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you and your son have felt welcomed and supported as part of our school community. We're grateful for your recommendation and look forward to being part of his learning journey!
There is minimal turnover in staff which I feel helps greatly with this.
The staff care about the children, they are always thinking of fun activities and themed days/weeks to keep the children engaged.
The only negative is the parking situation, which can lead to quite a stressful & rushed drop-off/pickup. Hopefully, something can be done about this.
Overall, my kids are really happy and never complain about going to nursery- and come out happy every day. What more can you ask for?
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and provide feedback. Thank you recognising our dedication to creating carefully created spaces where children can learn and grow in. We are taking your feedback seriously and will work on ways to improve our parking places. Thank you for choosing us!
I am very happy that these lovely ladies are looking after my little girl, couldn’t recommend it enough!
We cannot thank the staff enough for the continuous hard work they put in to make Forest Barn such a wonderful place for children to develop and learn.
My daughter loves being outdoors and this nursery has great outdoor facilities that the children can use and explore.
Since going onto the app it is nice to get daily photos of what she is doing at nursery during the day.
The team are great, she has always made great bonds with different members of staff within each room and always comes home talking about the staff at the nursery.
Overall a great setting.
Our little boy is excited to attend nursery everyday, he has great connections with the staff and is always smiling when we collect him. He is always involved in fun messy play activities, the outside space has lots of toys, and the menu is varied and tasty. Couldn’t fault Forest Barn Nursery.
Both my children have attended Forest Barn, and one is currently still there (previously under a different name). I cannot thank the management and staff enough for the care they provide and all the different activities my children participate in. They have monthly themes and are always learning something new. The outdoor facilities are outstanding and one of the reasons I choose this nursery, it’s lovely for the children to be outside in all weathers. Cannot recommend it here enough.
Teachers/management are very good at communicating with us and the overall standard in terms of cleanliness, keeping track of clothes and keeping up to date with what we’re learning at home is really high. There always seems to be fun and activities on and our son comes home happy every day.
Incredible nursery with incredible staff to match, couldn’t feel more content dropping my child there each day knowing how happy they are to be there and what a safe and engaging environment it is for them.
My son joined Forest Barn Nursery School in January - I've seen him thrive every week since. The staff take so much care with him and I can tell with all the small things like he has his clothes changed when they get grubby and they make sure he's had his naps on time. He waves at the girls when he goes home and blows a little kiss too so it's clear he has formed attachments with them and this means everything to a parent leaving their child at nursery. We feel so happy that we found such a fantastic nursery for our little boy.
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Meet the Team (2)
Every day at Forest Barn, we encourage children to be inquisitive and imaginative in our exceptional learning environment. In doing so, they soon develop confidence, a real love of learning and a curious mind. Outdoors, our nursery has so much to offer too, from our Nissen hut and sensory garden to our fruit patch and walks in the local woodland.
Our experienced team come with a wealth of early years learning insight. We know that every child is different with their own story to tell, so we make sure that your child learns in a way and at a pace that’s right for them.
Come and say hello – we’d love to meet you and your family.
Hello, my name is Leigh Farmer and I joined Storal in 2022. When the nursery was taken over by Storal, I was working as Deputy Manager. I’m now stepping into the role of Nursery Manager to cover maternity leave, which I’m really looking forward to.
I hold a Level 6 qualification and I’m also the setting’s SENCO, something I’m very proud of.
I love supporting both the children and the staff team, and building strong, positive relationships with our families.
I’m especially passionate about creating a supportive, inclusive environment for children and their families, making sure everyone feels welcome, valued, and cared for within our setting.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Barn Nursery School
What is the Age Range of Children that Forest Barn Nursery School accepts?
Forest Barn Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Forest Barn Nursery School Open?
Forest Barn Nursery School 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 Forest Barn Nursery School have capacity for?
Forest Barn Nursery School has capacity for a total of 70 Children.
How far is Forest Barn Nursery School to the centre of Brentwood?
2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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