Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury is a thriving, village based, family owned nursery, that prides itself at being at the heart of this exceptional village community.
In a caring and loving environment, children experience a wide range of learning initiatives, including messy and sensory play, with a strong focus on interacting with the outside world. The approach is to closely respond to children's interests, which has seen the arrival of...
Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury is a thriving, village based, family owned nursery, that prides itself at being at the heart of this exceptional village community.
In a caring and loving environment, children experience a wide range of learning initiatives, including messy and sensory play, with a strong focus on interacting with the outside world. The approach is to closely respond to children's interests, which has seen the arrival of a full size fork lift truck as part of a construction project, and the teaching of pizza making and basic Italian lessons as part of a multi-cultural project.
The passionate, experienced and caring team provides a safe and loving environment for children aged three months to five years. There are three rooms - under two's, toddlers and preschool. The nursery is open from 7.30am to 6.30pm for 51 weeks of the year, offering full day and half day sessions (7.30-1 or 1-6.30)
CCTV is installed in all rooms and operate a biometric finger print entry system, ensuring the safety of the children. The nursery offers two home-cooked hot meals each day.
Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.438) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury has 73 reviews.
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Review from Lucie S (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2020 Submitted via Website•
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My twins joined Banana Moon during lockdown, we had relocated back to the UK from Canada and they were extremely unsettled. Banana Moon was their daily dose of fun and routine. They settled in instantly. The staff are incredibly loving, caring and helpful. Accommodating to the end. My boys left...
My twins joined Banana Moon during lockdown, we had relocated back to the UK from Canada and they were extremely unsettled. Banana Moon was their daily dose of fun and routine. They settled in instantly. The staff are incredibly loving, caring and helpful. Accommodating to the end. My boys left every day full of smiles and chat about all the fun they’d had that day.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Owner at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
It has certainly been strange times so really pleased that we could provide a safe and fun place for the twins during lockdown. Thank you for such a lovely review.
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Review from Mesha (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2020 Submitted via Website•
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Both my children absolutely loved going to Banana Moon in Harbury. The staff are so friendly and professional. The children have such a good relationship with the staff and they were always engaged. I can’t recommend them enough, especially during these COVID times, they really made the children...
Both my children absolutely loved going to Banana Moon in Harbury. The staff are so friendly and professional. The children have such a good relationship with the staff and they were always engaged. I can’t recommend them enough, especially during these COVID times, they really made the children feel as though everything was ok. They regularly sent home ideas of how to help with development, recommending activities. They are an excellent nursery and I’m very sad to be leaving here.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Owner at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Many thanks for such a lovely review; it means so much to us to hear how our children love coming so much.
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Review from Kirsty R (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2020 Submitted via Website•
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Our daughter started at Banana Moon just as lockdown started. They have been so supportive with her settling in and their communication has been great, which helped to alleviate any concerns we may have had.
Our daughter absolutely loves going to Banana Moon Harbury and it really is the highlight...
Our daughter started at Banana Moon just as lockdown started. They have been so supportive with her settling in and their communication has been great, which helped to alleviate any concerns we may have had. Our daughter absolutely loves going to Banana Moon Harbury and it really is the highlight of her week! She often talks happily about the staff there.
Would highly recommend Banana Moon to anyone looking for childcare in and around Harbury!
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Owner at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
We strongly believe in good communication, so great to hear that you feel you have received this. You are leaving your child with us, so we feel it essential to have an open, ongoing and honest communication channel with all our families. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review and for recommending us.
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Review from Melissa V-S (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2019 Submitted via Website•
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My 16-month-old son currently attends Banana Moon two days a week in the baby room and I couldn't be happier! Friendly and familiar faces everyday and personal feedback at the end of each day telling me wonderful and funny things they have been doing and how my son is developing in certain areas. I...
My 16-month-old son currently attends Banana Moon two days a week in the baby room and I couldn't be happier! Friendly and familiar faces everyday and personal feedback at the end of each day telling me wonderful and funny things they have been doing and how my son is developing in certain areas. I knew this was the right nursery for my second son after my first son adored the nursery and was so sad to leave when it was time for him to start school!
The app they use is wonderful - knowing I can keep up to date with how my son has eaten, slept, nappy changes alongside the huge range of activities he's been doing all whilst I'm at work is so comforting!
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for such positive feedback. Consistency of staff within the room so you are met by familiar faces is really important to us. The app has been a really exciting innovation for the Banana Moon network so it is great to hear that parents find it useful and user-friendly.
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Review from Olly W (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2019 Submitted via Website•
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Fantastic nursery with very friendly and helpful staff. Nothing is too much trouble and they are dedicated to the development and care of our little boy.
Fantastic nursery with very friendly and helpful staff. Nothing is too much trouble and they are dedicated to the development and care of our little boy.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2019 Submitted via Website•
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My son has been attending the nursery for 3 years, in which time we’ve watched how he has developed strong friendships with staff and children. He thoroughly enjoys his time at the nursery and it’s been lovely to see how the staff tailor his learning to his interests, making learning fun. For...
My son has been attending the nursery for 3 years, in which time we’ve watched how he has developed strong friendships with staff and children. He thoroughly enjoys his time at the nursery and it’s been lovely to see how the staff tailor his learning to his interests, making learning fun. For instance making an outdoor marble run, which helps with communication, sharing and teamwork. The meals provided are fantastic and reassuring to hear first hand from my son how scrumptious they are.
If ever we needed to liaise with the management there was always someone on hand to ask or super fast response via email when out of hours.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
We like to celebrate that every child is unique with different passions, strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, what comes with that is tailoring our care to suit every child and their needs. It is great to hear that you have experienced this and seen your son develop.
It is incredibly important to...
We like to celebrate that every child is unique with different passions, strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, what comes with that is tailoring our care to suit every child and their needs. It is great to hear that you have experienced this and seen your son develop.
It is incredibly important to me that the office door is always open and you can talk to us whenever you need to. You are leaving your most precious item with us and so I always want parents to be able to talk to us at all times. Thank you for leaving such a lovely review.
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Review from Ieva D (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2019 Submitted via Website•
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What a wonderful nursery. Staff are fantastic, the atmosphere is amazing. Always upbeat and nothing is too much trouble. Feel absolutely assured that your baby is in safe and capable hands. Could not recommend enough!
What a wonderful nursery. Staff are fantastic, the atmosphere is amazing. Always upbeat and nothing is too much trouble. Feel absolutely assured that your baby is in safe and capable hands. Could not recommend enough!
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. The atmosphere and 'feel' of the nursery is incredibly important to us as we want it to feel like a positive, safe and stimulating environment that you are happy to leave your baby in.
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Review from Anna (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter really enjoys her time at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury and I have seen her flourish and develop over the past few months of her being there part-time. I feel happy and safe in the knowledge she is looked after to the highest of standards with caring and attentive staff members who...
My daughter really enjoys her time at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury and I have seen her flourish and develop over the past few months of her being there part-time. I feel happy and safe in the knowledge she is looked after to the highest of standards with caring and attentive staff members who provide a fun and happy environment for her to spend time in.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for leaving us a review. It is great to hear that you have seen her flourish since starting with us and most importantly that you are reassured that she is safe in our care.
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Review from Lydia W (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter has been going to Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury since she was 9 months old she is now nearly 4. Banana Moon has been a great start for her. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They now have I fantastic app so I can see what my daughter has been doing throughout the day. The food...
My daughter has been going to Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury since she was 9 months old she is now nearly 4. Banana Moon has been a great start for her. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They now have I fantastic app so I can see what my daughter has been doing throughout the day. The food the children have throughout the day is amazing.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. Our cook is in every day preparing fabulous meals. We pride ourselves on providing a varied and nutritious menu for the children, including two hot meals a day. We love the new app so great to hear such positive feedback from parents.
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Review from Helen N (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website•
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Fantastic nursery, my daughter has been attending since 9 months old and her development is fantastic. Staff are all really professional and friendly and we will really miss them when my daughter leaves.
Fantastic nursery, my daughter has been attending since 9 months old and her development is fantastic. Staff are all really professional and friendly and we will really miss them when my daughter leaves.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
We love the journey we go on with the children, helping them to develop into little people all ready for school. We miss them so much when they leave but as we visit the local school regularly we still manage to see how they are getting on! Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review.
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Review from Talya B (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2019 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
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The staff at Banana Moon provide very personalised service to both parents and child with extensive daily briefs on our child's activity and behaviour. They always make an effort to cater for her needs and ours, which makes us as parents feel her care is almost exclusive within the nursery.
We are...
The staff at Banana Moon provide very personalised service to both parents and child with extensive daily briefs on our child's activity and behaviour. They always make an effort to cater for her needs and ours, which makes us as parents feel her care is almost exclusive within the nursery.
We are constantly surprised by the planning and execution development requirements. Thorough cataloguing of our child's progression very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great facilities.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
We always aspire to tailor our care for each individual child and their family, so great to hear that this is what you experience. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. The staff work tirelessly to care for the children to the best of their ability, so it is great to give them such positive feedback. Lucy.
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Review from Fran (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website•
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The team are all extremely friendly and helped my little one settle in straight away. The team are great at taking the time to listen to anything about your little one and keen to know what they are like outside of nursery.
The team are all extremely friendly and helped my little one settle in straight away. The team are great at taking the time to listen to anything about your little one and keen to know what they are like outside of nursery.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for leaving a lovely review. It is really important to us that we get to know each child and their family well so we can tailor the care accordingly. We also like to bring the 'outside world' in so love hearing what the children have been doing outside of nursery, sometimes even using it as a learning opportunity for their friends! Lucy
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Review from Louise R (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Website•
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We have been very happy with Banana Moon Harbury, from babies room through to preschool, for 2 of our children. The staff are excellent, and go above and beyond to give the children a happy learning environment. The management really try to help where they can with being flexible with childcare...
We have been very happy with Banana Moon Harbury, from babies room through to preschool, for 2 of our children. The staff are excellent, and go above and beyond to give the children a happy learning environment. The management really try to help where they can with being flexible with childcare hours for life’s unforeseen scheduling dramas, eg hospital visits with other family members! The food is excellent and my children eat more there than they do at home, I need their meal ideas! We really are very happy with every aspect of this fabulous nursery.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
It is great to hear such lovely feedback on all aspects of the nursery. Being a family run nursery, we totally understand the day to day chaos that daily life can bring so try to be as flexible as we can and always try and see things from a parents point of view. Thank you for your review. Lucy.
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Review from Amanda M (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Our daughter has been attending Banana Moon nursery since March 2017 (she turned 2 that following June). When she first started her speech was somewhat a concern to us and mainly babbled nonsense to communicate with people. We noticed instantly the improvement in her speech. Our daughter has come...
Our daughter has been attending Banana Moon nursery since March 2017 (she turned 2 that following June). When she first started her speech was somewhat a concern to us and mainly babbled nonsense to communicate with people. We noticed instantly the improvement in her speech. Our daughter has come on leaps and bounds thanks to the amazing staff at Banana Moon. She is a happy go lucky little girl very chatty (with full sentences!) and entertaining to all. The feedback that we get from all the staff about our daughter is always heartwarming and the positive comments that we get is in part a reflection on what a great experience our daughter is having at Banana Moon. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all involved in running Banana Moon. It is truly an amazing nursery that I wouldn't hesitate in recommending to anyone!
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for taking the time to provide such lovely feedback. Our absolute priority is the children are safe and happy in the setting but it is also crucial, through play, that they develop so great to hear about your personal experience. Lucy.
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Review from Sam A (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Excellent standard of care from all the staff on site to the children. Robust, competent and effective procedures in place to ensure safeguarding, and well-equipped facilities. A happy place to be and I am confident that I am leaving my child in a safe and nurturing place and they take every effort...
Excellent standard of care from all the staff on site to the children. Robust, competent and effective procedures in place to ensure safeguarding, and well-equipped facilities. A happy place to be and I am confident that I am leaving my child in a safe and nurturing place and they take every effort to make my child's experience well tailored, specific and suitable for him.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for your review. The health and safety of the children is paramount to everything we do so great to hear your feedback.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Banana Moon is a lovely nursery. The staff are caring and creative to provide a nurturing experience for the children.
Banana Moon is a lovely nursery. The staff are caring and creative to provide a nurturing experience for the children.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for your lovely feedback and taking the time to review us.
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Review from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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My son started Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury last September. The staff have been fantastic in helping him to adjust to the change in his routine. He really enjoys his days at nursery and I have no doubt it is down to the care and attention of the staff. All of the ladies in the Baby room know my...
My son started Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury last September. The staff have been fantastic in helping him to adjust to the change in his routine. He really enjoys his days at nursery and I have no doubt it is down to the care and attention of the staff. All of the ladies in the Baby room know my son and his little ways. He has the opportunity to complete many different activities and is thriving. Can’t recommend it enough.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. It is fabulous to hear that parents really appreciate how hard the staff work to get to know and develop every individual child.
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Review from Julie T (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Excellent nursery. Varied menu, great selection of activities, equipment etc.
Always a thorough handover at the end of each day, all written down for when you don't have time to concentrate!
Excellent nursery. Varied menu, great selection of activities, equipment etc.
Always a thorough handover at the end of each day, all written down for when you don't have time to concentrate!
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
We believe communication and feedback are really important and help to build relationships with parents so great that you experience this. Thank you for completing a review.
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Review from Tom (Father of Child) published on 1 November 2017 Submitted via Website•
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An excellent setting complete with friendly and caring staff. Since coming to Banana Moon our daughter has developed lots of important skills and more importantly has been able to make friends and mix with children of her age.
An excellent setting complete with friendly and caring staff. Since coming to Banana Moon our daughter has developed lots of important skills and more importantly has been able to make friends and mix with children of her age.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Our aim is to create a family friendly environment so great to hear such lovely feedback. Thank you for taking the time to review us.
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Review from Anne E (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2017 Submitted via Website•
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Very happy with the care, environment and staff looking after both our children. I am confident they are looked after and never have concerns with the running of the nursery.
Very happy with the care, environment and staff looking after both our children. I am confident they are looked after and never have concerns with the running of the nursery.
↩Reply from Lucy Nealon, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Harbury
Great to hear your feedback, thank you.
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Meet the Team (2)
Lucy NealonJob Title Nursery DirectorJoined 2014
The first thing for you to know is that I am a mum to two young children; a daughter, Millie and a son, Ted.
As a parent, having already researched...
The first thing for you to know is that I am a mum to two young children; a daughter, Millie and a son, Ted.
As a parent, having already researched an awful lot of nurseries for my daughter, and found one that I loved (the very first Banana Moon!) I had a firm idea of what I was looking to achieve when I opened my own nursery. I wanted a loving, caring, educational and fun environment for children, and importantly, a nursery that was at the heart of its community.
I spent over a year looking for the right space for the nursery, and was thrilled when I secured this building. I was lucky to be able to approach the design with a blank sheet of paper, meaning every element of the nursery has been thought through by me, from a parent's point of view, and the children. The physics of the nursery structure are only part of the story, however. For me, far more important is striking the right atmosphere; one of love and inspiration.
With the emphasis at Banana Moon to see everything from a child’s point of view, every stage of your child’s development, quality of care and learning will be to the highest standards. It is with this in mind that I have recruited an extremely experienced and well-qualified team, all of whom are extremely passionate about working with children.
I well remember the emotional rollercoaster that I went through when I first looked for a nursery for my daughter. Everything I do at the nursery is in light of my experience as a parent, and most importantly, the nursery has to be of the highest standard that I am happy enough for both of my children to attend.
Natasha PidgeonJob Title Nursery ManagerJoined 2016
My curiosity about childcare as a career first started when I dropped my son off for his first settling-in session at nursery when he was 10 months...
My curiosity about childcare as a career first started when I dropped my son off for his first settling-in session at nursery when he was 10 months old. When I picked him up an hour later, I was relieved to see that he was happy and content, sitting with a practitioner who was singing to a small group of children.
When I left the setting, I thought to myself Wow, what a fun and rewarding way to spend the day. Several days later, I applied for a nursery assistant rol,e and the rest is history.
I shall never forget the warmth and care received, not only to my son but to myself, during those early days of nursery.
That was over 20 years ago, and during that time, I have progressed from a nursery assistant to manager.
My role within the setting is to ensure that all children receive the best possible care by providing them with a safe, positive and nurturing environment to help them grow and flourish.
Learning through play is our focus; the team tailor individual learning based on children’s current interests and their understanding of the world around them.
The team are warm, friendly and dedicated to providing the best care they can from the first settling-in session to preparing them for school and beyond.
Communication is key, especially in those early days of nursery, which is why we value your contributions and feedback to help us provide the best outcomes for your child.
Our door is always open for advice or a chat.
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