Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool

Bournemouth Uni Sports Campus, Chapel Gate, East Parley, Christchurch BH23 6BL
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  • Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool, Christchurch
Located within the Bournemouth University Sports Campus, Mighty Oaks Day Nursery and Preschool offers 65 acres of outdoor space, including fields, woodland, play areas and astroturf pitches.

Children under 2 years have their own dedicated play room and those over 2 have a large, bright room to explore with a myriad of resources from which they are encouraged to self-select. Both rooms have access to a self-enclosed balcony. They follow the EYFS curriculum but take inspiration from Forest School teaching too.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 7

Total Places for Children

  • 44

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Under 2
    School Day 8.30-3.30 £62
    AM session 8.00-1.00 £45.50
    PM session 1.00-6.00 £43.50
    All day 8.00-6.00 £74.75


    Over 2
    School Day 8.30-3.30 £58.50
    AM session 8.00-1.00 £42
    PM session 1.00-6.00 £40
    All day 8.00-6.00 £71.25


    Ad hoc hours £9

  • Flexible with regards to use of Government funding including stretched funding over 51 weeks for all age groups for those eligible. Minimum of 2 half day or 1 full day session per week.
    Discounts for Blue Light Card holders, siblings and those who work close to the nursery.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, 1 week at Christmas & the Friday before Rugby 7s

Parking

  • Large free car park.

Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool Reviews (16)

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Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.447) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool has 16 reviews.

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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Choosing a nursery is really hard as a parent as you are trusting strangers with the most precious thing in the world to you. Mighty Oaks are truly amazing and I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone, we never had any concerns and my daughter's care whilst with them was 100%.
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of the day is not just to play but to learn whilst having fun. They are located on a large green area and they maximise time spent outdoors exploring.
The staff are all truly amazing and very caring. Parents are kept fully informed. They offer regular meetings with parents. Staff are always on hand to offer support to parents if needed
Food, all I can say is the menu that is offered is outstanding. It really gives children a chance to try different foods. I believe that is why I do not have a fussy eater today.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you so much for this amazing review. We strive to ensure that all children who come to Mighty Oaks experience the outdoors, and we cherish and nurture them from day 1 which helps them to gain…read more
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Review from Helen W (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mighty Oaks has been fantastic for my children. My eldest daughter was so happy and comfortable here, she didn't want to leave for 'Big School'! She had a fantastic relationship with her key worker and was really brought out of her shell, having been born just before the pandemic, she had little interaction
with others before nursery.
My youngest has just started with Mighty Oaks and is already taking it in her stride. I have such confidence that the lovely ladies at Mighty Oaks will look after her well. Thank you.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to look after your daughter and we are delighted that she made such super progress whilst she was with us. Like you, we have no doubt that…read more
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Review from Jodie C (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loved her time at Mighty Oaks and still talks fondly about all of the memories she made there over 3 years. As a parent, I cannot fault anything - she was cared for, nurtured and loved the way I would hope and the progress she made was phenomenal, she was thriving. The Mighty
Oaks team are a wonderful bunch who are just fantastic at what they do - we will never be able to thank them enough!
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
We are thrilled that you and your daughter have been so happy during her time at Mighty Oaks. It has been our pleasure to help her make those fantastic memories and to care for, nurture and love her…read more
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Review from Chloe O (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our eldest daughter started at Mighty Oaks in January 2021 and our youngest daughter joined her in February 2023. From the very start, we have been extremely pleased with the facilities, staff and overall care our daughters have received. The nursery itself is quite spacious. There is plenty of room
indoors and they have a balcony for outdoor play as well as access to realistic grass and a forest area. We don't like the idea of the girls being cooped up inside all day so knowing the nursery utilizes both indoor and outdoor space is important to us. In terms of learning, whilst we don't see what they are doing every day we do get some updates on the app. More importantly, though, we can see our daughters developing and the staff at Mighty Oaks have contributed to that. Whilst fussy at home, the girls eat everything at nursery. I don't know how they do it! Our youngest daughter has food allergies and all staff are well informed and diligent. We really recommend Mighty Oaks.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
We have been delighted and honoured to have been a part of your daughters' lives since they were both babies. It is satisfying to know that you have been pleased with the development that your…read more
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Review from Sharmila R (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Mighty Oaks for almost 2.5 years and I couldn't thank the team enough for all the their help in her care. She comes home every day in high spirits and I can tell she's had a good day. She feels very at ease with her carers and tells me how much she loves them. Her eating habits
has improved so much with the variety of meals that's provided daily and she's become more adventurous. She loves the outdoors now and loves spending time in the forest, thanks to the forest schooling provided by the nursery.
Mighty Oaks has built the foundation in her learning and development for when she starts school. Such an amazing team and I couldn't ask for a better one to look after our girl.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you for your fabulous review. We have loved watching your daughter blossom during her time at Mighty Oaks. She has gained real confidence and has developed a wonderful sense of humour which we…read more
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mighty Oaks are not just a nursery, they are family. They treat all the children and families with respect and always provide empathy and compassion in everything they do. The care they provide is outstanding and it clearly shows when the children are beyond excited to see them in the mornings. They
nurture and develop the children-allowing them to grow independently whilst being supported. All staff know the children very well and always demonstrate an understanding of the needs of each child. We are so glad we chose Mighty Oaks and feel that our child has benefitted from attending here, they allow the children to climb as high as they can dream and achieve their fullest potential.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
We are so pleased that your family has been a part of our family. We strive to treat every child as an individual and provide care and education that is specific to their needs. It has been our very…read more
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Review from Melanie B (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mighty Oaks is a fantastic day nursery and preschool. The staff are so caring and supportive, not only to my son but they have also provided me with support and advice when needed as well. I am so grateful for this.
The nursery is set in a great location where the children spend a lot of time exploring
outdoors, in the forest and around the nursery setting where they play lots of games and sport.
The variety of hot meals that is provided at lunchtime is great, I never thought my son would eat half the food he does at nursery but he certainly seems to enjoy it.
My son has made some lovely friends here and he has developed and learnt so much.
I am so happy we chose Mighty Oaks to look after him and I can’t thank the staff enough for all that they have done and continue to do.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
It has been a very great pleasure to look after your son. He is such a credit to you. We are delighted that you have been so happy with the service we provide and we thank you for your review.
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Review from Sameem S (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has thrived during his time at the nursery. He has learnt new skills and eaten new types of food by copying other kids in a social environment. He continues to surprise us with new skills that have been developed in the nursery.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you, Sameem. We aim to teach children new skills and help them develop by understanding their interests and next steps and this has certainly been the case with your son. We are so pleased that…read more
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Review from Bernadett K (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter really loved going to Mighty Oaks and she will greatly miss the wonderful atmosphere, her friends and all the connections she made during her years there.
The staff are professional, attentive, inclusive and kind. They always answered our questions and fulfilled our requests. It was nice
to be greeted by smiling faces upon arrival and they didn't shy away from hugs (given my daughter is quite affectionate it was important for us). They supported my daughter in any area that she needed support and I felt that we could really work together in order to bring the best out of her. I love the fact that they are very nature focused and that the nursery isn't a huge establishment. Mighty Oaks is situated in a wonderful setting and they have access to beautiful nature. Our daughter maintained good nutrition there and she was always clean when we collected her (no snotty face for example) which was a very important factor for us. I think it is a very well priced nursery too.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
It was such a pleasure getting to know you and your daughter. We hope that we have given her the very best foundations to build on as she heads off to school and beyond. We have no doubt that she will…read more
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Review from Charlotte S (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has absolutely thrived at Mighty Oaks. His confidence and social skills have improved greatly and he always looks forward to going to nursery. The activities and resources are vast. I know that he will have fun and be safe when he is there. The meal options are healthy and there is great selection.
The staff are friendly, supportive and professional. I really couldn't wish for a better place for him to go! Thank you!
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
We are delighted to hear how happy you are with the service we offer. It is our primary aim to ensure all children are cared for as if they were our own and we treat them all as individuals. Thank you…read more
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Review from Louisa N (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A very nice and welcoming experience I've had since my son joined Mighty Oaks. He has continued to surprise me on how very far he has come and developed in the setting of Mighty Oaks. His learning especially has come on leaps and bounds. I would highly recommend this nursery to family and friends. My
younger so will be joining hopefully next year as his 2 years funding starts. The staff are very friendly and very supportive and also a great help on any help you might need.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you so much for your review. We really do try to meet the needs of all children that attend and their families. As we are now under new ownership, we are pleased that you are happy with the…read more
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Review from Dale T (Father of Child) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having found a need to relocate our daughter from another nursery, we feel that the move to Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool is one of the best decisions we could have made for her. The team are warm, welcoming and pay a great deal of care and attention to her emotional and educational needs. Indeed,
she got on so well that we enrolled her younger sister too and they both continue to show very pleasing progress. The team's focus on the well-being of our daughters is borne of a genuine desire to understand their individual needs; working hand in hand with us to monitor and record their progress. Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool continues to go from strength to strength and we are very happy to be part of the family.
Reply from Greg Wolff, Owner/Director at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
We are really pleased to have you all as part of our Mighty Oaks family and we thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Beile M (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mighty Oaks was the first nursery that my son went to. He started from the beginning of September and really enjoyed their big playground/forest. He became more and more confident and independent there. He learned how to interact with others too. Thanks to the staff! They are very responsible and enthusiastic
to my son’s developments. I am happy to send him to Mighty Oaks every week and there’s no doubt that I would like to introduce Mighty Oaks to my friends.
Reply from Suzi Daver, Owner/Manager at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
On behalf of our whole staff Team, thank you Beilei for your kind words! We are so pleased that we have had such a positive impact in such a short space of time. It’s a pleasure having you all as part…read more
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Review from Becky D (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son only started at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery a few months ago but it was the best decision I made. After a bad experience at a previous nursery, I was so anxious to send him to nursery again but based on recommendations I came to have a look at Mighty Oaks and I could see how passionate you were about
giving children the best care. Coming from an early years background myself, letting him go to a different nursery was daunting but I’m so glad I did. My son settled so quickly and is so happy and content with you guys, nothing is ever too much and you are always on hand to put me at ease. All of the team are so attentive and caring and notice even the smallest details about my son and I think that is just amazing. Myself and my son couldn’t be happier with the love and care he receives from the nursery manager and the team and I want to take this opportunity to send a heartfelt thank you, couldn’t recommend you enough; keep doing you!
Reply from Suzi Daver, Owner/Manager at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you so much for your kind words about our setting and the whole Mighty Oaks Team! I am delighted that you have chosen us for your childcare needs - thank you for your continued support.
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Review from Nora S (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started attending Mighty Oaks Day Nursery a few weeks ago. I was really nervous about it as she was only 10-months-old. The girls in the nursery were so helpful and reassuring it made it so much easier for us. Our little one seems to be very happy there, last few times she was even smiling
when I left her. They are very flexible and try to keep our daily routine when she is in the nursery.
The surrounding is lovely with woodlands and they spend a lot of time outside which is really important to us.
I would definitely recommend Mighty Oaks Day Nursery to anyone.
Reply from Suzi Daver, Owner/Manager at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you, Nora, for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so grateful that you have chosen us to care for your daughter - I will ensure your kind words are fed back to our team. Have a great…read more
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Review from Jennifer R (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with fantastic outside space. A smaller family run nursery that really cares and involves the parents well.
Reply from Suzi Daver, Owner/Manager at Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool
Thank you Jennifer for your lovely review and valued feedback regarding Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool. We are delighted and grateful that you have chosen us to be your childcare provider.
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.447)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.447) out of 10 for Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 7 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 4.952 for Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (80 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.952
  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 4.495 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 44 number of registered child places is 8.8. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.8 = 0.795
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool accepts?

Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool Open?

Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool have capacity for?

Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool has capacity for a total of 44 Children.

How far is Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool to the centre of Christchurch?

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

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