Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick)

Unit 18a Blands Yard, Church Street, Stanwick, Wellingborough NN9 6PS
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9.9 97 Reviews
  • Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick), Wellingborough
Acorn’s nursery in the lovely village of Stanwick offers a homely atmosphere in which children can relax and have fun whilst learning and socialising with their peers.

The nursery has a team of qualified, experienced and dedicated staff, including an early years teacher, and they provide the best possible care for children in a happy and secure environment. Staff are dedicated to providing high quality care and education for children aged four months to four years, working in partnership with parents to help children learn and develop.

Children have use of two main group rooms, a ‘secret garden’, and a large Forest School area a short walk from the main nursery. All the nursery meals are freshly prepared in the kitchen by the nursery cook who provides nutritionally balanced meals which are both healthy and appetising.

Children have use of two large outdoor spaces, one being a private garden at the back of the nursery, which offers a woodland area, space for children to be active and a stream. Acorn also have their own forest school field a few minutes’ walk away for children to explore and discover the environment through a range of activities, including the opportunity to learn how to use tools safely and learn about fire with their in-house forest school leader.

The team strive to make the nursery a place where positive and close relationships with children and parents are welcomed and valued. They believe it is important to create a home from home experience where children feel happy, safe and secure, and as a result, thrive within their nursery.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Travers (Manager)

Admission Information

  • 81 place setting

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Registered Charity Number

  • 1145108

Total Places for Children

  • 81

Age Range

  • from 0 years 4 months
  • to 4 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full time place from £1420
    Full day from £74
    Morning from £43
    Afternoon from £39

  • Fees are inclusive of all meals, snacks, drinks (including approved formula milk), nappies and activities.
    We do not charge registration fees, only a £100 deposit which is refunded against the first month’s fees. We don’t charge for settling in sessions, but we do expect payment for all nursery fees to be paid up front at the beginning of each month, which is standard practice for all childcare providers. We do not charge for bank holidays, our four training days each year, or for the three days closure between Christmas and New Year. We do, however, charge for days children don’t attend through illness or holidays, apart from exceptional circumstances.
    Please view the prospectus on our website for a full fees guide.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:15
    Tuesday 07:30-18:15
    Wednesday 07:30-18:15
    Thursday 07:30-18:15
    Friday 07:30-18:15

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Staff Training Days & between Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • On street parking is available for parents to drop off/pick up children

Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) Reviews (97)

9.9

Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) has 97 reviews.

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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I honestly couldn't love this nursery any more!
I have one child currently in the oaks room, but have been using the nursery for the past 7 years as I have an older one at school.
The nursery facilities are fabulous, both my boys love forest school, the secret garden and the allotment.
Being outside
was a huge part of the choice of nursery for us and this has not disappointed one bit.
The staff are wonderful! From the team the looks after the children, through to the lovelies in the office, they are all kind and helpful and willing to go the extra mile.
Making the decision to leave your child somewhere "alone" is not easy, but I honestly couldn't felt more relaxed and happy knowing how well he is cared for.
Thank you
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Review from Becky S (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our son and daughter having been going to Stanwick nursery since they were around 1 year old. They settled well into the baby room and all the ladies in there are brilliant at supporting the transition into nursery and providing all the cuddles that are needed.
My eldest will be finishing his
nursery journey at the end of August to start school. He has loved his time at acorns and has always gone into nursery with a big smile on his face and skip in his step.
We have found the team in the oaks room truly incredible, they have nurtured and supported learning in a fun and exciting way and spend lots of time outdoors, which is much needed for an energetic little boy. He has really enjoyed the forest school sessions which he has attended much more since being in Oaks.
The office team are fantastic and very fast to respond to any queries.
I think a really positive sign of a nursery is seeing longstanding staff and a varied age of staff with many years of experience.
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a wonderful nursery!!
Our little boy have been attending for over 3.5 years and loves it!
All the staff are very friendly, caring and the level of communication that we receive following from each session is very informative.
All facilities of the nursery are great, and the outdoor space
they use is brilliant and always get the children involved in growing/ building various things which our little boy loves to do!
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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are friendly, happy to help and have connected well with both of my children at Acorns. My eldest leaves the setting in August and I feel the nursery has prepared him well for School in September.
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Review from Connor C (Father of Child) published on 6 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience with Acorn nursery has been excellent, Our daughter has been here 3 days a week since 1 years old moving into school this year and it's transformed her into a clever , confident amazing little girl . I cannot praise the staff that has looked after her through this time enough . Professional
, clean and welcoming environment , brand new room recently that is very impressive . Very secure and safety of the child in mind .


Very pleased with where she has been for a very critical stage of her life to set her up for school

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Review from Holly W (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel so lucky to have our little girl attend nursery here. Our daughter was 9 months old when she started and it was a tough decision to find the right nursery (especially after only living in the local area for a month). It's safe to say it was absolutely the right decision, we totally landed on
our feet. The staff are wonderful! kind and caring with our little girl. We've seen her development come on leaps and bounds and love that it's all child-led learning and play. The app is amazing and keeps us parents updated with their activities, observation reports (which i love - especially the photos and write ups) and general events throughout the day (food, changing times, milk times, naps etc). The meal options are wonderful, our daughter is vegetarian and she has a wonderful variety + the protein she needs to grow healthily. We fell in love with the forest school/secret garden outdoor areas + village walks. It's a beautiful nursery filled with equally wonderful people!
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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son is currently in his final room at Acorns and is absolutely thriving. He is a very outdoorsy boy which is one of the reasons we chose this setting and the Oaks team clearly all share the passion for the outdoors. We've also noticed that the team really focus on an individuals likes and help them
to express themselves in a productive and positive way.
The insights shared on the app are great and allow us to see which areas our son is particularly enjoying at the moment, we also use the app to upload things we have been doing in our own time which the team then discuss with him.
Whenever there have been issues with behaviour the team communicate this well and allow us to see what might be causing it and any actions we might want to implement at home.
I'm so pleased that this is the setting he will be in before he starts school and feel it will have set him up well for his next steps.
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Review from W S (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is always excited to go to nursery which proves that she is happy being there. I feel relaxed knowing she is being taken care of evidenced by photos and communication with the staff via the app. Lovely nursery, a good environment and caring staff.
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Review from Harriet C (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) to anyone. When I describe it to anyone, I tell them it's exactly how you would want a nursery to be, in every capacity.
All the ladies in the Acorn (baby) room are so friendly, so warm and so loving towards the children and I've never
had any concerns. Our daughter's key worker in particular is exceptional and the bond she has with my daughter is so special. Seeing how much our daughter has flourished since she's been in the Acorn room has been incredible. It looks like she has so much fun every day, so many great opportunities, and incredible food and I love the developmental updates we get regularly too.
Whilst the nursery is further than we would have liked to travel, I'd happily travel further for the exceptional care my daughter gets.
It's all a parent could ask for, and I'm so happy with our decision to put our daughter into this nursery.
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Review from I D (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) enough!
I was an anxious first-time mum and wasn't keen on sending my little boy to nursery but the whole process has completely changed my mind and put me at ease.
My little boy loves to play there and feels comfortable with all of the staff just as
he would our family and friends.
The staff always update us with how he is and are always helpful with any questions I may have.
I'm so glad I didn't choose a different nursery.
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Review from B C (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is simply amazing. My son has been going here for a few months now and absolutely loves it. The staff are all friendly and brilliant with him and they make sure all his needs are met throughout the day. He loves attending
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Review from Kim P (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So pleased our little girl is able to attend nursery here - the staff know her very well (she's attended since she was a year old) and gives frequent updates via the app and in person. Healthy food range (she eats everything!) and really enjoys forest school and all the outdoor activities like village
walks, playground and nature activities (eg making bird feeders). Liaison with primary school
In the village and they take part in community events eg harvest festivals. Staff have also been accommodating in allowing her to stay an extra year so she can start at CSA 5. Very efficient re messages and accounts. Would recommend it to anyone!
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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent provision that truly knows and understands my child, giving him both the space and support to grow and thrive whilst in early years. He is happy at nursery and we're so happy to have found such a wonderful space for him to be.
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Review from E N (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't recommend Acorn Day Nursery any more. They go over and above for families. I sent my first son here and when choosing for my second I was toying between a more local nursery for the commute but the benefits of Acorn just outweighed the longer journey! My son loves forest school, and the garden
especially! The attention they pay to each child's needs speaks volumes. They also support parents too, with many needs, contactable over the phone or the app. I wouldn't choose any other nursery!
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We chose this nursery as my daughter attended a few years previously. I wouldn't have wanted to send my son anywhere else. The staff are all brilliant and clearly enjoy working there and providing the children with interesting indoor and outdoor activities. They go outside most days and into a variety
of locations. My son is always happy to attend and comes home a happy but tired little boy! Fully recommend.
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter really enjoys coming to nursery and it is clear how far she has developed since starting. Overall we are very happy with Acorn nursery and all the staff we have been in contact with. As our daughter has progressed through the nursery the staff have always been kind, professional and approachable
to address any concerns or worries from us as parents. It appears that our daughter partakes in a range of activities and enjoys her days at nursery. We would happily recommend this nursery to other parents.
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Review from Nicky M (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been really happy with both of our children’s experiences at Acorn. Currently, we have one child in Oaks and one in Acorns. The staff are always friendly and helpful and both of my children are happy to go into nursery each day. The communication is great from the nursery and everyone is always
willing to answer questions if we have any. Thank you.
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Review from Laura J (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Acorns Nursery for about three years now and he loves it! He adores the staff and he always comes home telling me about the huge range of fun activities they do! The nursery staff are fantastic and I’m sure that their encouraging approach has really helped my son to grow in
confidence (especially as he was a Covid baby).
I get regular photos and updates on what he has been doing, how he is developing and any areas in which I can support more him at home. Throughout the year, parents are invited to stay and play sessions with their children, and I always value and appreciate the opportunity to see how settled and comfortable he is.
The admin team are very responsive and goes above and beyond to support me with queries.
I honestly couldn’t speak more highly of the staff, the activities and the management of the nursery and would absolutely recommend it to anyone!
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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Acorn Day Nursery is fantastic. Our little girl has settled in really well there and enjoys every session. With lots of outdoor activities, which was one of the main reasons we chose Acorn. She is growing in confidence each week and the regular updates on her progress are amazing. Plus reading what
she’s had to eat on the app is great!
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Review from Wendy B (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so pleased we ended up choosing Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick). It ticks all the boxes, from the play environment, the staff, the focus on outdoor play, the great communication and the lovely food. We couldn't be happier sending our little one there. He also has a whale of a time and has made some
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.897)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10 for Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.897 for Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) is calculated as follows: ( (237 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 263 Ratings = 4.897
  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 Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) is based on 22 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 81 number of registered child places is 16.2, which has been reached with 22 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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Meet the Team (3)

Sarah

Sarah Travers

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2007

Sarah is the Manager of the nursery in Stanwick. She has a daughter and son and has lived in the village for 23 years.
She started he career as a primary school teacher and has worked in early years since 2007 when her son attended the nursery. She has progressed from being a part time practitioner to a Senior manager . She has a passion for early years and works hard to create an environment which is nurturing and welcoming to all children and families in the local area.


Sarah is also Stanwick's Designated Safeguarding Lead, so if you ever have any concerns or would like to chat about anything safeguarding-related, please visit or call the nursery and ask to speak to Sarah directly - alternatively, the setting can provide a direct email address for her.

Barbara

Barbara

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2011

Barbara - Deputy Manager

Becky

Becky

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2011

Becky - Administrator

Frequently Asked Questions about Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick)

What is the Age Range of Children that Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) accepts?

Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) Open?

Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) is open: Monday 07:30-18:15, Tuesday 07:30-18:15, Wednesday 07:30-18:15, Thursday 07:30-18:15, Friday 07:30-18:15.

How many Children does Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) have capacity for?

Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) has capacity for a total of 81 Children.

How far is Acorn Day Nursery (Stanwick) to the centre of Wellingborough?

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

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