Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School

62 London Road, Maidstone ME16 8QL
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Blue Sky Day Nursery - 62 London Road, Maidstone is located just a stones throw away from the town centre.

Blue Sky Day Nursery are striving to provide the best childcare for your child in an environment that feels like home the minute you walk through the door.

The nursery are passionate about providing the finest childcare in a calm and stimulating environment where your child can grow, make friends and love to learn.

Nurturing children from the ages of six months to five years in three exciting learning environments, the baby room Moonbeams, the toddler room Sunbeams and the Rainbow Pre–School room.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • HDE Nurseries Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Hollie Evans (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 11

Total Places for Children

  • 36

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please refer to our website for our current fees.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School Reviews (59)

9.9

Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.912) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School has 59 reviews.

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Review from Robert K (Father of Child) published on 24 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Manager and the team have been excellent with my little boy. As soon as we visited we knew it was the right place for our son. Clean, welcoming and the staff really go the extra mile to care for our son and help him progress in his learning and growing. He is so settled in the nursery, really really
happy and that’s all down to the excellent staff and general feel of the nursery. His key worker is doing an amazing job. No complaints at all and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Blue Sky Day nursery to anyone who needs childcare. 5* 100% recommendation from me.
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Review from Emiliya I (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As our family is from another country we were concerned about our child adaptation in the nursery. My child doesn't speak English so I was really glad when she told me after a short period that she feels happy to be in the nursery. She was welcomed warmly and friendly. I think that the staff are great,
gentle and really hard working. They give their best to make children feel comfortable and confident. I like the fact that there is a big variety of activities and amusements for the children so I would recommend them anytime. Thank you Blue sky for being so careful and supportive.
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Review from Melissa G (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to everyone for helping with my son at nine months old, its great to know that when at work he is somewhere where he feels truly comfortable to a point when I pick him up he gets excited then wants to go and play again!
I love that he comes home covered in pen/paint/sand and is messy as
I know even more he’s got stuck in and involved with whatever has gone on and had fun and always comes home smiling shortly followed by being grumpy as he’s so tired from the day (which helps with our bedtime routine lots!)
I can't wait for him to venture out more like the older ones do and explore and love watching him grow each day learning new things and being pampered by everyone as he’s the “baby” of the nursery which I’m sure he also plays on and loves all the attention.
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Review from Katie H (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy's integration into nursery has been an absolute pleasure of a journey with the gentleness, empathy and expertise of the staff at Blue Sky Day Nursery. He has gone from a little boy who had never left his mum or dad's side to clapping his hands when we pull up! He is confident and happy
and has settled beautifully into the nursery. He is learning so much and the staff provide a home from home environment and I never feel that my little boy is lacking a mummy as all the staff take over the mum role and provide him with all the comfort he needs. We wish Blue Sky Day Nursery was around 5 years ago for our first!
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Blue Sky Day Nursery and Preschool for a year now - both he and I are very happy.
He started out as a clingy baby who, if I left the room, would become upset. He is now a happy, confident, inquisitive toddler who has come on so much. The team are all part of how my son has
developed and I couldn’t fault them. I have no issues recommending the nursery and know my little boy is happy to go and be left at nursery whilst having lots of fun.
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Review from Emily B (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every staff member has made me feel a lot more at ease to leave my little boy to go to work as I wasn't comfortable parting with him. They are kind, welcoming and always answer any questions I have on my mind. I would highly recommend Blue Sky Day Nursery.
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Review from Samantha S (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so pleased with the quality of care and great communication you guys have shown since my son started at Blue Sky Day Nursery in early January this year. I’d happily recommend Blue Sky to anyone looking for a homely, clean, comfortable, well run nursery to send their child to as I feel it’s an all-round
great nursery setting. Fantastic leadership, and lovely, friendly and competent staff. A business run by mums that know other mums' struggles and I can really relate and help out when times are tough too. A big thank you from me as my son always comes home a happy boy.
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Review from Kerry C (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child has attended Blue Sky Day Nursery since June 2018 and he has a great time! We know that he is well-cared-for every day with lots of different activities and toys which have really benefitted his development. Since being at nursery his confidence and independence have really grown and this
is thanks to all the lovely staff!
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Review from Mel M (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Blue Sky is a friendly, welcoming nursery where my son is happy and has settled in well. The staff are always understanding and friendly and very easy to talk to. I found them to be patient with my son who took a few months to get used to going to nursery and have been flexible with me on a few occasions
too which has really helped me out.
I have regular updates on how my son is getting on through his purple book and the Tapestry links, which my husband and I really enjoy looking through. I have recently recommended a friend of mine to use them for her son and she has started him there and is very happy as well.
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Review from Shannon E (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Blue Sky Nursery (my youngest still does) they have come on leaps and bounds since starting here, their confidence has grown so much and their knowledge of certain things have widened also. The staff are absolutely amazing, never had any problems at all. The food they
offer is very nutritious meals which are always good to know, you get newsletters to find out what’s on the menu, what they have been learning about etc.... I love this as asking a 3 year old what they have eaten or what they have been learning about can prove quite a challenge. My youngest cannot wait to leave in the mornings to come to Nursery! :) thank you to the Manager staff.
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Review from Kadie G (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery since it was first opened. As a first time mother, I was extremely nervous about leaving my son and was very particular when it came to choosing which nursery he would attend. After visiting Blue Sky, I knew immediately that this was the right nursery for my son.
The girls were lovely and made sure I was comfortable leaving him and would do anything to make this transition easier for both me and my son. I didn’t need to worry as he loves nursery and is always happy to go. I have found it has helped his development tremendously and he has just come on leaps and bounds. I feel the girls take great care of my son and couldn’t ask for more.
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Review from Janice E-R (Grandmother of Child) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandson has been attending Blue Sky Day Nursery for 4 months now and I and his mother could not be any happier.


From the moment he started I have seen his confidence grow and he cannot wait to go to Nursery in the morning (he even points to the Nursery if we drive past and wants to go).


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food is great and they have been really helpful in accommodating his dairy allergy, their cook is first rate.


We would certainly recommend (and have done so), a big thank you to all the girls x

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Review from Mary G (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandchild has been attending Blue Sky Day Nursery for nearly a year now and cannot stress how happy we all are with his care. I get to collect my grandson most days he is at the Nursery and I am always welcomed with open arms and I am made to feel involved with his learning and were delighted that
I could also share the Tapestry account to see all the fun activities he has taken part in. I especially like their garden which although is a little small is full of exciting things to do and he loves the water garden kitchen. The nursery have also invited me along with his parents to mother's day celebrations and Christmas which I thought was extremely thoughtful and shows that nothing is ever too much trouble for the manager and her team. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of taking their little ones to a day nursery to choose here.
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Review from Emily C (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so glad we found this nursery! My son has been attending for a few months now and he absolutely loves it and is thriving. It is a lovely setting and so convenient for my older son’s school. All the staff are fantastic. It is the first time my son has been left anywhere other than family but the
staff are so caring of him he has built trusting relationships quickly. I love the app they use to send me updates about what he is doing and how he is developing. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Blue Sky team. Thank you!
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Review from Craig (Father of Child) published on 28 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and her team are amazing. Our precious little son has been with them for a few months now and he absolutely loves it. It’s so evident that it’s more than just a job for the girls. They’re loving and attentive and it shows in the attachment George has to them all. A no-brainer for anyone
needing their 'munchkins' cared for.11/10.
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Review from Lanre (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves attending Blue Sky Day Nursery, she has been going there since it first opened. She has learnt a lot from going and has progressed very well. The staff are warm and friendly and I am never concerned about leaving her, I know she's in good hands.
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Review from Robert (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Blue Sky Day Nursery since day one of its opening and she loves it. She has grown in so much confidence since starting. All the staff are lovely and always tell me what she has been up to at the end of every day. Which always sounds really fun. Thank you.
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Review from Brooke A (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A brilliant nursery, after having issues with a childminder I sent my daughter here. She has come along so much in under 3 months. The days she doesn’t attend nursery she asks if she can go. This in itself shows she’s very happy here and I couldn’t ask for anything more. The staff are amazing and nothing
is ever too much for them.
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Review from Chez Y (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Blue Sky Day Nursery when she was 13months. What attracted me to the nursery is the new building, friendly staff as well as the professionalism and hands on personal care for the children. Initially this was a scary experience for me because I had never left my child with anyone
(not even family). I had to return back to work so I had 'mummy quilt' But the ladies at Blue Sky Day Nursery was very good at keeping me informed with my daughters progress and making contact with me during the day to keep my mind at rest.... When I drop my daughter off in the mornings she can not wait to go to nursery. Her bond with ALL staff and children is amazing. She had learnt to walk after 4 weeks of being at the nursery and loads of talking too :-) Personal hygiene is 100%
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.912)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.912) out of 10 for Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.912 for Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (200 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.912
  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 Blue Sky Day Nursery and Pre-School is based on 18 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 36 number of registered child places is 7.2, which has been reached with 18 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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