The Woodlands Nursery and Pre-school

The staff at this nursery are amazing, they have always got a smile on their faces and all members of the team are extremely close to each and every child. From the moment I drop off my child, I know she’ll be happy, safe and busy with all the educational activities they engage the children in every day. They have helped immensely with my child’s learning and knowledge of the world, science, literature etc. It is a pleasure when I pick her up and find out what she’s been up to during the day and talking to the friendly staff myself. It will be a sad day when my child leaves for school, but I know she’ll be ready and well prepared.

I have had one child come through the nursery and a two-year-old who is still there and will be until he’s ready for school. I can’t speak highly enough of the staff as well as the resources available. I always feel like my child’s best interests are at the heart of everything and the staff care for all of the children like they are their own. The nursery itself has such a lovely home from home atmosphere and their indoor space as well as their outdoor space is so well equipped to allow the children to develop through play and exploration. Absolutely love everything about the nursery and all they stand for!

Our little boy absolutely loves coming here. He has thrived since attending and has become a sociable little boy having spent many of his first months in lockdown and not being able to socialise. He is one of 4 children. Having had the others attend different nurseries over the years, Woodlands is the first one I have felt entirely at ease leaving my little one there for the day, the staff are fantastic, caring and so approachable. Our little boy loves it and so do we as a family.

We've seen major positive changes and growth in our daughter's development since attending Woodlands. More importantly with her interaction with other children. With Covid being the main issue with the lack of socialising in place, we were hesitant about whether she may have started too early. However, the staff have not been short of support for us by ensuring that they know our daughter's likes and dislikes, going out of their ways to take the children on trips/walks, and are always looking to educate the children using fun and entertaining ways! Our daughter has also mentioned names from the nursery, both children and staff and considered them her best friends which is just heartwarming to hear!

My daughter has been at Woodlands for about a year. She really enjoys going, and can’t get through the nursery doors quick enough. Every weekend she talks about her friends and the exciting things they do in the garden area. We are always greeted with a warm welcome from lovely staff who know my daughter so well and can answer any queries I might have. They are accommodating, flexible and very personable which is great. They also somehow get my daughter to eat meals she would not even try at home which is a bonus! We are looking forward to our daughter moving up to preschool there so she can learn and develop more.

The staff at Woodlands Day Nursery are all fantastic and my grandson is always happy to go in the mornings and leaves a very happy, tired little boy. I would recommend the nursery to others who have children looking for somewhere safe and caring.

A brilliant nursery that take such good care of the little ones. The staff genuinely care about the children and the activities are always engaging and varied. My son is in the baby room and absolutely loves it. We’ve been very impressed!

Woodlands is amazing. The ladies are so friendly and loving towards the children and they always think outside the box for exciting and different play ideas. My son loves nursery and sometimes doesn’t want to come home! I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone who has little ones.

Our baby boy has settled into Woodlands amazingly! It’s such a joy and comfort to pass him over in the morning, knowing he is happy and going to have a great day! In his first month at Woodlands, he seems to have grown so much, so inquisitive and loving his nursery experience! The staff are all amazing and he’s a smiling monster whenever he sees them. As mum to baby boy, I love seeing his updates and pics on the parents' app and the odd messages I get from some of the girls on how his day is going is really reassuring!

My grandson has come on in leaps and bounds since attending Woodlands. His speech has improved along with his confidence. He talks about his friends and seems happy to go to nursery. He talks about the activities that he has been involved with.

My 2-year-old granddaughter has attended The Woodlands since being a baby. First and foremost, the staff's priority is always to the well-being, support and early years education of each child in their care. The team at the nursery provide outstanding learning methods appropriate for each age group, be it in an educational or behavioural way, eg. forming relationships, behavioural or simply using table manners. Each child has opportunities to learn in both fun and fact-based settings giving them a wide range of experiences whilst learning. Trips out are arranged regularly, again, providing alternative ways to learn. My granddaughter looks forward to attending nursery and whatever activities will be there for her. I cannot praise the staff or setting enough for their constant commitment to each and every child.

A fantastic setting with which every day my daughter is learning not only how to bond with others but also about the world. She learns, touches, tastes and feels what the world has to offer through the setting and their education activities. Some days my daughter is asking to go to “nursy” as she calls it and calls everyone their her friends. A true place where laughter and smiles are created knowing that my daughter is safe and being taken care of.

My son used to be quiet and wouldn't say much. He's come out of his shell so much since starting. Now he's getting to go to school in September, I'm glad he went to this nursery. I highly recommended this nursery

Wonderful setting with amazing, caring and just lovely staff. My son is excited to go from the minute he wakes up, the first thing he asks me is ‘is it nursery today?’ I have nothing but the absolute best to say about the whole experience at The Woodlands. A delightful place for your child to thrive.

100% happy with the setting and my child loves the nursery. He always comes back happy and enjoys his day. The staff are friendly and informative and I like the fact it's not a huge setting. I feel that my son is really well cared for.

My son went to Woodlands for a year before school and he had the most wonderful time with workers who truly cared for him and got to know and appreciate him, as an individual. The setting is homely but the curriculum is impressively varied and creative. My son always enjoyed the home-cooked teas, the outdoor play areas and all the many different things he learned about. I was confident and happy to leave my son in this setting where he thrived and made great friends.

Wonderful, friendly nursery and preschool, it was perfect for the transition for my little boy from preschool to starting reception at primary school. Strong emphasis on outdoor activities. Project-based learning so they would explore a topic over the course of a week or two.

The Woodlands collect my child from school every fortnight on a Friday and they do so with the utmost care. The nursery has always been amazing to us since she started back in 2019, until now. They are an extension to our family and I will always recommend these ladies to take care of the children in the community.