Doodle Do Day Nursery

The Old Church Hall, Portland Road, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3SL
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Doodle Do Day Nursery is a private day care nursery located in a stunning converted church hall in Bishop’s Stortford.

Situated just a short distance from the town centre, the Nursery is in the ideal location for both local residents and commuters into London.

Doodle Do Day Nursery enables children to develop and flourish, fostering a love for learning through play to encourage each child to reach their full potential. Their mission is to provide enriched learning opportunities in a secure environment for children to be naturally curious and confident.

The nursery offers a variety of extracurricular activities including Spanish lessons for all children on Wednesday mornings, Yoga for all children on Thursday afternoons and sport coach for toddlers and pre-school on Friday mornings.

Staff encourage parent’s contribution to their child’s learning and work closely with them to gather information about their child’s learning at home.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lianne Bloomfield (Deputy Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 86

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Doodle Do Day Nursery Reviews (75)

8.7

Doodle Do Day Nursery has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.670) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Doodle Do Day Nursery has 75 reviews.

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Review from G L (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Prior to sending my daughter to Doodle Do's we'd had a very poor experience with another childcare provider and were really concerned she wouldn't settle into any childcare setting. We needn't have worried; the kindness and patience of the staff at Doodle Do's meant that, despite a few tears at the
start, she has settled into the Pre-Toddler room so well. She's so happy in the mornings that she's going to nursery and we pick up a happy, confident and fulfilled little girl in the evening. She really enjoys the range of activities on offer, especially messy play, singing nursery rhymes and playing in the garden. As a mum, I feel really comfortable knowing my child is being cared for so well and am so grateful to the staff.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how much your daughter has settled and enjoys her time with us.
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Review from Esin O (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
From the first step, I like all staff and the atmosphere. Whoever I've met since, now they’re really friendly, smiley faces and look like they try to help all the time. My son's happiness is so important for me and he seems so happy in here. Thank you very much Doodle Do Day Nursery family.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear your thoughts on our nursery.
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Review from Yuan C (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent Nursery. My son has been attending since he was two, he is turning four now. It had been lots of “cry cry” from the beginning but now he enjoys every stay. This makes you know how much effort the nursery had put in, very impressive and I appreciated it very much.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback!
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Doodle do for a year, since turning 2 and has loved the toddler room. The staff are all so friendly, kind and warm, and she has made great friends and comes home chatting about her day. Two months ago my son who was 10 months joined too. This was a difficult decision but we wanted
him to have a chance to interact with other babies his age as all baby groups have been closed for most of his life. We needn’t have worried. Staff in the baby room are absolutely exceptional. As soon as she took him under her wing, she (and the other staff) have cared for him amazingly. He is always delighted to see her (and she greets us at the door every time we arrive). He comes out full of smiles. When I have worried she has phoned regularly and given updates or sent pictures. His development has come on leaps and bounds and he is standing (and claps himself when he does because that’s what all the girls in the baby room have been doing each time he stands.) We would highly recommend it.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are fantastic. Our duaghter loves going to nursery, she sings songs at home that she has learnt that day and always leaves with a smile on her face. Her keyworkers have been great at settling her back in again after a tough year.
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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Doodle Do in September 2020 when he was 12 months old, and he was very nervous with new people and the new environments (having spent months at home with just me and my partner, due to the pandemic/lockdown etc). The nursery staff were brilliant - although it took him a few weeks to
settle in, his key person was lovely, kind and supportive. Now he has great fun there, and he's learned so much and has come out of his shell. We are incredibly grateful and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Doodle Do!
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your great review and kind words, we are delighted to hear what a positive journey you are having with us.
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Review from Rebecca B (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my young children have attended Doodle Do and it is a setting I have the utmost faith in. The staff are extremely accommodating, friendly and supportive and are always willing to help. I find the positive approach and 'can do' attitude of the staff welcoming and reassuring especially in times
of uncertainty.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your great review and kind words, we are delighted to hear what a positive journey you are having with us.
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Review from Lucie T (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We didn't have an easy start as we moved from another nursery we weren't happy with. My child was always crying, and communication with staff and management was difficult. After moving here, I don't have to worry about anything. The manager was amazing and made me feel I did a good decision. My child
doesn't cry, and he really enjoys being there. The staff are amazing. They are doing a great job. I'm happy I place him in this nursery, as its such a relief.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear your kind words.
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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Doodle Do have worked so hard to settle our little boy into the baby room and he is now clearly thriving there. He is eating well, sleeping well and becoming more curious with every day there. He wasn't a great napper so the girls have worked wonders. We're so happy with our choice and know
he loves his time at Doodle Do. It's such a great feeling sending him in smiling.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how much your son has settled in with us.
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Review from Leila O (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was nervous about my daughter starting at nursery at 9 months old, but Doodle Do and the team have been fantastic. The transition has been easy so I am very grateful. My daughter's key worker is amazing! she loves her and it makes me so happy knowing she is in safe hands. She has come on so far in
the last few months.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how much your daughter is progressing with us.
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Review from N H (Father of Child) published on 22 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm incredibly happy with the way the nursery look after our son. He's always excited to go and really enjoys seeing the staff and playing with the other children. The nursery is always very informative and let us know what he's been up to during the day.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It makes me so happy to see how settled and content my son is at Doodle Do's every morning he is so happy to see the girls and greets me in the afternoon with a big smile after a great day of playing, exploring, enjoying his meals and his naps. I am so pleased at how much he enjoys his days at nursery
it is wonderful to see him forming bonds with the team that I feel I know and trust now too.
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Review from Christopher M (Father of Child) published on 2 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience with Doodle Do, the staff were very reassuring when our 8-month-old started and now he goes in with a big smile and has gained so much confidence with their support, he loves it.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear how much your son has developed and gained so much confidence with us.
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Review from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Doodle Do since she was 9 months old. She loves going into nursery and is always so excited to see her amazing teachers. The staff make all of the children feel special and loved. The activities that they provide the children are just amazing. I am always delighted about the
things my little one has learnt during her day at nursery.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. It is great to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery, especially with our range of fun activities we have.
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Doodle Do is a wonderful nursery. The staff always greet you with a warm smile, listen to your worries/fears and make your child feel so loved and special. They send photos of your child when they do special things (crawling/walking etc) and you get an email at the end of each day with food, nap time,
nappy change and daily summary. Nothing is ever too much for the girls (and boys) who work there, truly amazing.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted how well received the communication we have in place has supported you.
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Review from C G (Father of Child) published on 11 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely wonderful nursery. Staff are fantastic. My daughter always comes home with a smile on her face. Would highly recommend.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are thrilled to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery.
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Review from D M (Father of Child) published on 15 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled so well, thank you to the amazing staff in pretoddler for looking after him and giving him all the help and love in settling at nursery after all the time we have been away. Thank you to all the staff of Doodle Do Day Nursery.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how your son has settled back in and is enjoying nursery.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy with the nursery, my son loves going to the nursery. All the management and staff are amazing, professional and lovely. He enjoys his time at nursery and everyone is so helpful. Thank you to an amazing team for looking after my son.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how much your son enjoys the nursery and the wonderful team we have.
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Review from M W (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I'm aware that Doddle Do have undergone some management changes recently, and I'm really pleased that the manager has joined the team. She is really passionate about making the nursery the best it can possibly be, and has lots of ideas she wants to implement. Now that she has a full team in place I
look forward to continuing to see these changes. The manager and the team really care bout the children, and have been great helping my son (and I) adjust to the nursery/back to work transition. They took brilliant care of my son when he was poorly too (and me)! Would be great to ensure that the new changes are implemented and remain.
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Review from Angela F (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy with preschool for my son. The staff are brilliant, I cannot fault them, hoping it will continue with the new staff in preschool.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Doodle Do Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad to hear how much your son is enjoying pre school.
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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.670)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.670) out of 10 for Doodle Do Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 7 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 4.563 for Doodle Do Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (69 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.563
  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 4.107 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Doodle Do Day Nursery is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 86 number of registered child places is 17.2. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.2 = 0.407
  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 (3)

Lianne

Lianne Bloomfield

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2016

Hi, my name is Lianne, I have been working in childcare since 2000. I enjoy going on vacation and exploring shops.

Louise

Louise Jaycock

Job Title: Admin Joined: 2023

Hi, my name is Louise. I am a new member of staff here at Doodle Do but I feel part of the family already. I have worked in various nurseries since 2008. I like to go to the gym and love to read in my spare time.

Suzan

Suzan

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2024

Hello! I’m Suzan, the manager of Doodle Do Nursery. I have a BA Hons in Early Childhood Studies. With over 15 years of experience in early years education, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for all our children.


My passion lies in fostering holistic development through play-based learning. I believe that each child is unique and deserves personalised attention to thrive in their early years. I work closely with our team to implement engaging activities that inspire curiosity and creativity while promoting social skills and emotional well-being.


I value strong partnerships with parents and caregivers and am here to support you in your child's journey.


I look forward to welcoming your little ones and working together to provide the best possible experience at Doodle Do Nursery!

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