Barley Wood Nursery

Thank you Barley Wood!

We've been part of the Barley Wood family for the past six years with both our daughters, and we couldn't recommend it highly enough to friends and family. It's a truly special place!

Both my children have enjoyed their time at Barley Wood, always excited to attend and this is down to the staff, the support and engagement is of the highest standard.

We feel incredibly fortuitous that BW happens to be the closest nursery to where we live as it would be worth the drive even if it wasn't. Both our sons have been to BW & absolutely blossomed during their time. Their typical day begins at 7.30am & they often stay until 6pm & the team help to ensure a home from home environment & enable us to relax at work safe in the knowledge they are in great hands. Our eldest will regularly feedback that he & his peers have been out exploring in the woods, rolling down hills or chasing around the vast grounds. When they are not playing outside they're engaged with stories, rhymetime, themed play or structured tasks indoors focusing on motor skills, vocabulary or personal development & time is set aside for independent play & developing lasting friendships too. Furthermore they get our boys to eat an extensive & varied diet of culinary delights. The team work incredibly hard & put in thankless hours & we are grateful beyond words for their efforts.

My daughter has been attending Barley Wood since October 2022 and has been in each of the rooms at the setting. She absolutely loves it and the staff are so helpful with settling her into a new room each time she has moved up. The outside space is absolutely fantastic with extensive woodland and plenty of running around space as well as a fish pond and "secret garden". My daughter has also learned really useful skills such as using a knife and fork, using the toilet and washing hands properly. The nursery staff have a "focus week" for your child and feedback any observations which is so useful but also so lovely. The staff really want your child to have a positive experience at nursery and engage with the parents as much as they can. I love the annual summer and christmas fayres and the nativity play that is organised each year. Overall my daughter is very happy at Barley Wood and I would 100% recommend this nursery to a friend.

Both of our little boys attend Barley Wood and have done since they were 18 months old, they are now 2.5 and nearly 4. The staff know us on such a personal level and the boys are so excited to go to nursery each week. The nursery itself is amazing, the outdoor space is like no other nursery we visited, with multiple outdoor areas including a large fish pond, several wooded areas and gardens to explore. The staff take the children out every single day regardless of weather, which our boys love. They provide a variety of healthy meals and I love that the boys get to try new things. The nursery involve the families in things like parent forum meetings as well as family fun days which are great. I would recommend Barley Wood to anyone.

campfires, Italian gardens with far-reaching views and lawned areas perfect for the summer. The children get outside twice a day no matter the weather which I think is very important for their mental and physical health. My daughter started in rabbits when she turned 1 and my new arrival is already on the list to join in 2026. I fully trust the staff at Barley Wood and they work really hard to develop a relationship with you and create a family environment. Invoices are easy to read and questions are answered promptly. Barley Wood use the app where you can view your child's meals and sleep and photos are taken throughout the week to show you what your child has been doing. Breastfeeding is supported and the baby room works with you to help with any weaning, or sleep issues. I love Barley Wood and wouldn't trust my children with anyone else!

Barley Wood Nursery has a warm welcoming environment. The nursery is set within woodland, allowing this setting to be incorporated into the children's learning as much as possible. The individual needs of the children are well met. I found it to be a safe place for my Granddaughter to be. The staff are approachable, welcoming and knowledgeable.

I wish every child could have access to a nursery like Barley Wood.

If you're looking for a nursery, the search is over. This nursery is absolutely incredible with the most amazing surroundings and staff which, combined, create the most incredible environment for your child to thrive in. From the kitchen staff to the team and the management, they are all entirely focused on the happiness and development of your child. The team are best in class and do the most amazing job. I would happily recommend this nursery to all parents and I'm so grateful for everything they've done for my daughter over the last two and a half years. Wishing the deputy manager and the team continued success and thank you for everything.

Can't rate it all highly enough!

Our little boy started at 11 months old and we've been so happy with his experience. The staff are kind, caring, take a genuine interest in each child and as a result, form genuine bonds with them. The outdoor space is great and they spend a lot of time enjoying it through all the seasons - which is what we were looking for in a nursery for him. We are so happy with Barley Wood Nursery, I would fully recommend it.

My son has been attending Barley Wood Nursery since February 2024 and he loves it! They get the children outside twice a day to explore the vast grounds and they do lots of fun and varied activities, indoors and out, such as arts and crafts, baby yoga, soft play and water play. The staff are all very friendly and take time to give feedback at the end of every session. I would strongly recommend this nursery.

I wouldn't send my children anywhere else!

We have been so impressed with Barley Wood nursery. Our daughter flourished there and I am so pleased we chose Barley Wood as her nursery. They have nurtured her and also really helped with her learning, while also creating such a fun environment with so many daily activities and outdoor time. I would absolutely recommend the nursery.

My youngest has also settled in well since she started 6 months ago. Again the staff in the babies room really do care about all the kids and we really feel lucky to have a trusted place for them to spend their time. My youngest loves her keyworker and the other staff in her room and goes in with a big smile every day.

Barley Wood has been wonderful for our son. He transferred from another setting when we moved, and we were impressed by how warm, flexible and creative the whole team are. Our son has gained hugely in confidence and always surprises us with things he has learnt. They use songs and lots of outdoor experiences to subtly teach both curriculum and life skills. Our son has used breathing techniques they have taught when upset and guided his sister using their conflict resolution skills. Thoroughly recommend this lovely and supportive nursery.

Barley Wood Nursery has been amazing with my little one since he started there. He has come on so much and it's because the staff have took the time with him, I couldn't ask for a better day nursery there is not a day where my son doesn't enjoy going in. He loves the outdoors and is learning so much

Superb nursery, where the kids spend as much time outside as possible. Great staff team, friendly, caring, helpful, and professional. Fantastic care is taken over food and mealtimes. Our daughter has thrived there.

Barley Wood Nursery is such a wonderful nursery and we feel incredibly lucky to have been part of the Barley Wood family since 2019! Our eldest child started in September 2019 and will leave this year for school. He has had the most well-rounded, nurturing, supportive, creative and explorative environment around him in which to flourish. Thanks to the true passion, care and dedication of the fantastic team at Barley Wood, he has developed a deep love of learning about every aspect of the world around him and grown an emotional understanding and resilience to build rock solid friendships. Our youngest child will be at Barley Wood for another 2 years and we are so excited for her to continue to enjoy the beautiful grounds around the nursery, to attend the nursery fairs, to play a part in the nursery nativity and to thrive every day with the energy, love and compassion shown to her by the team. Thank you, Barley Wood Nursery for everything you do!