Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park

Acton Park Children Centre, East Acton Lane, Acton Park, London W3 7LJ
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Acton Park nursery is based within Acton Park’s Children Centre. It is one of the group's smaller nurseries offering places for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The small size enables the team to provide truly personal care in a cosy and homely environment. The children centre's location gives families access to a range of services, support and a monthly activity programme. They also have great links to all local feeder schools supporting children with transition.

A fantastic feature of the nursery is its location in the middle of the park, providing exciting outdoor learning right on the doorstep. The children take full advantage of this wonderful resource during nature walks and planned park activities which include regular Forest School sessions for Pre-schoolers. In addition, the nursery garden is full of exciting and engaging opportunities with large sandpits, dens and a vegetable garden.

Children also enjoy weekly French lessons, musical movement sessions and local outings which broaden the children’s view on the world.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Joyce Braimah (Nursery Manager)

Admission Information

  • None

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 6

Total Places for Children

  • 31

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

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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

  • Christmas & 5 training days per year

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park Reviews (65)

9.9

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.920) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park has 65 reviews.

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Review from Cassey S (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park is an amazing nursery. The location is perfect, inside a big park. There is a huge outdoor area that is utilised often. The food is varied and delicious. They keep parents very up to date one everything. Staff are all amazing, attentive and friendly. One staff
member, in particular, is the absolute best member of staff there. She is always organised, takes charge, and cares so much about the children. Would absolutely recommend this nursery.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from G L (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son likes the nursery so much. He is always looking forward to going there and has a lot of fun. They have different activities, and from time to time, he brought his artwork back home. The teachers are caring and nice. I also like that they let us bring one book home each week. I would recommend
Hungry Caterpillar.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son is very happy at Hungry Caterpillars and we feel so pleased to have chosen this as his nursery. It took him a little while to settle in, but we were guided every step of the way and felt very supported and reassured throughout. Our favourite thing about Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton
Park is the family atmosphere - it's quite small and really does feel like a home-from-home, the staff are warm and funny and clearly love the babies and children in their care. Our baby adores them like his own family and gets all the cuddles he needs! We also like the spacious outdoor area and that they spend plenty of time in the fresh air, whatever the weather. The meals are freshly prepared on-site and interesting, diverse and nutritious. Would love to see more photos posted on the app.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Israa Q (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child had absolutely no problem warming up to all the teachers including the chef. I highly recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking for a safe and reliable place to leave their kids. Absolutely amazing.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Simona M (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been with the wonderful team of Hungry Caterpillar in Acton Park until mid September, when she left to go to primary school.
She's been there since she was 2 years and 8 months old, and I have to be honest, it has been an amazing experience. The staff has been always helpful, present,
caring, sweet and joyful, we are not British and our families are abroad, and my daughter has found a safe place where she received love and attention, a place which could replace our families living so far.
She has great memories and favourite people, but we'll always be thankful to the current staff and all the others.
Amazing place.
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Review from H J (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child loves the nursery, she has flourished so much in the short time she has been there. The staff are wonderful and caring, she has learnt so much in the short time she has been there. We are glad we chose Hungary Caterpillar.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
Thank you for your lovely words. We are glad your child loves the nursery.
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Review from E K (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two daughters have attended this nursery and I cannot describe how amazing the staff is the care they give the kids is unmatched.
Shout out to on member of staff who has been there for a very long time and is always full of energy and always dedicated to the kids.
Thank you.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Y C (Father of Child) published on 27 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely environment with patient teachers/educators, my son got adapted to the new environment so easily and quickly thanks to their professional helps!
Highly recommend to every family who is looking for a wonderful nursery.
Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Sophy M (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hungry Caterpillars Day Nursery - Acton Park is such a wonderful nursery. Our daughter has been attending for about 2 years and we couldn't be happier. The staff are fantastic and as parents you get to know them so well and they have lovely relationships with the children. Staff members always take
the time to tell you personally how your child's day has gone and what they have been up to. The nursery itself is a lovely setting with different areas to explore and an adventure garden fully equipped with an obstacle course and mud kitchen. There is always something creative going on and all holidays and festivals are celebrated which gives the children amazing rounded knowledge at an early age. Thank you Hungry Caterpillars Acton Park!
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
Thank you so much for taking time to review and give feedback on the nursery. The manager and team really appreciate it.
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Review from Leah C (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the Hungry Caterpillar Nursery at Acton Park. My son has been going for nearly two years and he is always happy to go in. The staff are caring and make the days fun and enjoyable. It will be a shame when he has to leave to go to big school.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Jason A (Father of Child) published on 8 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are very professional and nice. They update the app constantly so is easy to monitor our child's development. My son looks happy every day he goes there and he adapts fast, regardless that he only goes in half of the time. I'm very happy to have him at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton
Park. Well done everyone.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Leonie R (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter moved to Acton Park after her previous nursery closed. Acton Park is a very friendly and very professional nursery. They make me feel at ease with leaving my daughter in their care. They keep me informed and communicate with me.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review. We are happy that we can make you feel so at ease while your daughter is in our care.
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Review from Irene D (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like the location of the nursery within the park and their outdoor garden; it has a nice room indoor and a home feeling. The staff is all lovely and caring, and I can tell they’re looking after my little girl in a loving way. My child loves going there and always talks about the staff and nursery
when she’s at home. I’m really happy and grateful that I’ve found this nursery and I know that my little girl is in good hands while I’m at work.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
Such lovely words. Thank you for leaving us a really nice review.
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Review from Katie G (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Acton Park is a great nursery. My child loves going to nursery every day and is always happy and excited to go. The team at Acton Park are very welcoming and supportive they are great. The communication is fantastic and I always know what is going on and what my child has been doing during the day.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Lea O (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery with lovely staff. My two boys have been going there for two years and are 'graduating' soon. We will miss the nursery and the staff who are always helpful, professional, kind and most importantly, always have a sense of fun. Thank you for everything.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from I K (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been, overall, very pleased with the care our twin boys received at the Acton Park nursery. Everyone is very friendly and supportive. We enjoyed using the family app and getting frequent updates on progress and activities.
Reply from Olivia Foley, Director at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
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Review from Renata R (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful place for my little one. Nice and appropriate activities for all ages and amazing staff that really care for the children. The communication with the team is very easy. My daughter has been in the Acton Park nursery since she was 14 months and she absolutely loves it.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Hungry Caterpillar nursery in August 2020. We are very happy with the nursery. I viewed nurseries before the lockdown and this is the one I felt most comfortable with and the most at ease with leaving my two-year-old. I found the nursery to have a homely feel and I felt at ease with
the staff. I also like the fact that the children can go outside whenever they like and it's nice as it's right by the park so close to nature. The staff are amazing, so warm and friendly and have always got some lovely feedback to give you at the end of the day. It's not easy to leave your child at a nursery but I am happy that he started at this nursery and I tell everyone that it has been amazing for his development. I also love the family app, as it tells you what he has had to eat and his nap times etc. Every now and again you also get some great pictures of them in the nursery setting and you can see what they have been up to. I am 100% happy to recommend Acton Park nursery to all.
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Review from Flo S (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter settled into nursery and is now very happy to go each day. The staff are helpful and friendly, and good at communicating with us about how she is doing. We like the fact that the children go outside a lot and do fun activities during their day.
Reply from Hayleigh Champkin at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. We are glad to hear your daughter is really enjoying the nursery and all the activities provided.
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Review from Ewa S (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both from personalised care provided to my little boy as well as business operations this a great place both for children to learn and enjoy as well as for parents who can leave their children there with peace of mind and confidence. Amazing effort from all ladies!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.920)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.920) out of 10 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.920 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park is calculated as follows: ( (195 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 212 Ratings = 4.92
  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 Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Acton Park is based on 18 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 31 number of registered child places is 6.2, which has been reached with 18 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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Job Title: Nursery Manager

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