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Spring Nursery The Hollies

Hollies Children Centre, South Street, Taunton TA1 3AG
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Spring Nursery The Hollies, Taunton
Spring Nursery The Hollies, Taunton
Spring Nursery The Hollies, Taunton

This Nursery has been operated by Spring from 1st December 2022.

Spring The Hollies is part of the Spring family - offering affordable, high-quality childcare in Somerset, alongside sister settings. The nursery prides itself on creating child led opportunities for your babies and children to learn, develop confidence and have fun. Wellbeing and friendships are at their core, supporting your children to develop sound foundations to take them anywhere they wish...  

Funding & Fees

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Various discounts available and all funding accepted

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Victoria Gilbert-Durham (Acting Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 50

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

Spring Nursery The Hollies Reviews (22)

9.8

Spring Nursery The Hollies has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.838) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Spring Nursery The Hollies has 22 reviews.

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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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we have recently joined the nursery and couldn't be more happier, our little girl is struggling to go places with out us at the moment and the nursery are amazing at keeping us reassured and messaging us as soon as she's settled, our daughter is always happy when we see her after her session and she always says she's had fun! such a lovely little nursery with lots for the children to do and the staff are so kind and caring and not just to the children, it's definitely a family vibe there!

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies
Thank you for this lovely review! It's so important to make sure that children and families are comfortable and confident in our care and the girls always work so hard to be as welcoming as possible!
Thank you for your continued support.

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Review from Mostafa K (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We are very happy with this nursery and the care they provide for our son. From the beginning, the staff made us feel welcome and supported, and the environment has always felt safe, warm, and caring.

Our son genuinely enjoys attending every day and always comes home happy. It is clear that the staff truly care about the children's wellbeing and development. They are kind, patient, professional, and always approachable.

We especially appreciate how safe and lovely the nursery feels, which gives us great peace of mind as parents. The activities are fun, engaging, and help children learn and grow with confidence.

We are grateful for all the support and care our son receives and would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe and nurturing environment for their child

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies
Thank you for this lovely review! We understand that it is always difficult to leave your child with new people, so it's really nice to hear that you feel so comfortable with us. The girls work really hard to create a nurturing and welcoming environment. Thank you for your positive feedback and continued support.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My child has been here for a year and a bit now, started at 2, when she first started, I wouldn't have even thought we'd even get to where we are now. It was a hard start, crying on drop offs and collection, her key worker at the time, bless Sharon, my child attached herself to Sharon and Sharon was the only one who could get her from me after a couple of months, nursery was so approachable and so understanding on my childs needs to feel safe, it took just over 6 months for her to go to all staff for her needs. Now onto 2026, vix as manager is amazing, I knew her when she worked inside the nursery, answers all my questions, my child had since moved up a room as shes now 3 going on 4, the staff are amazing in the inventors, they always welcome my child with such joy! My teens also went to this nursery also, so there was no other nursery out there for us to try, if you're worried as a parent about your child starting then this is the nursery for you, uunderstanding, the best!

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Review from Charlotte W (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We originally chose this nursery due to the outside space (far superior than any other nursery we'd visited in Taunton) but we have stayed happily due to the care our little boy has received from 9 months old. The staff have gone beyond what we'd expected, always friendly, warm, professional and understanding. On a first name basis with all staff, contact through the app has been fab, regular daily updates and photos. We love seeing the development assessments, his speech, skills and interactions have clearly been learned here. He eats a varied and exciting diet each week (with updates) and genuinely loves going. He talks about his friends every day and the activities and visits they go on. They are outside every day no matter the weather and use screens/ipads very minimally. Cannot recommend Spring Hollies enough and we will stay until school arrives.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies
Oh wow! Thank you for such a fabulous review! We are so pleased that you always feel welcomed and well-informed about what we do and how your little one is getting on! The girls work really hard to make everyday as interesting and fun as possible so it's lovely to get such positive feedback!

Thank you!

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Review from Kristina L (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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Everything is excellent .This is a wonderful nursery! The atmosphere is warm and caring, and the children are always happy and well looked after. The staff are attentive, kind, and professional, and they find an approach to every child. Many thanks for your care, support, and dedication. We highly recommend this nursery to all parents

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

What a lovely review! We have worked so hard on creating a welcoming environment and all of the staff are passionate about their work with children, so it is wonderful to hear when that hard work is paying off. Thank you!

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Review from Sam D (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter went here before she started school last year and my son has been here for the last year and a half. I could not fault the nursery! Each member of staff makes you feel welcome and are all so friendly. They care for the children with such respect and ensure the children's needs are supported. A variety of meals with alternatives met with those with dietary requirements. The light indoor space and the large outdoor area is another contributing factor which makes this nursery so lovely. Children get to go outdoors in all weathers. The app updates and messages make you feel reassured and my son always has such a fun day. When it is my son's time to go school I will very much miss coming to this nursery!

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this lovely review! It's always great to hear such positive feedback. Thank you for your continued support

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Review from Rosie K (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our son started at the nursery just after turning 1. He has only been there for a few months and we have already seen such a difference in his confidence, social and physical skills and even his speech has come on so quickly. The only thing any parent wants is for their child to be loved and cared for as much as they are at home, we can genuinely see the care and attention that goes into looking after him every day at drop off and pick up. He is visibly happy and settled with every member of the team. He loves the food and as pescatarians, we couldn't be happier with the food and nutrition they provide. The nursery keep us informed about his day and are always on hand with support and answers to our questions. As first time parents, returning to work was such a scary time but the way the team has supported us from day one has been incredible. We can never thank each member of the team enough for the care, effort, and love they bring to their jobs everyday.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this lovely review. It means so much to us that you feel this way about the care and support that we provide!

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic nursery
Always keeps us updated on how our daughter is getting on.
A nurturing and inclusive nursery. Our daughter loves attending always wants to show me what she's been doing.
Good range of meals and our daughter gets extra if wanted.

We are so pleased that we chose Hollies.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you for this lovely review! We really appreciate hearing such positive feedback from our families, and hearing that the children enjoy coming to nursery. Thank you so much for your continued support.

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Review from Andreea Firuta F (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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I just want to say a huge thank you to all the amazing staff at my daughter's nursery. My little girl is 4 years old, and she absolutely loves coming here every single day. From the very first day, the team made her feel safe, welcomed, and truly cared for.
As a mum, there's nothing more comforting than knowing your child is happy and in good hands. The staff are so kind, patient, and loving - they treat the children like their own. My daughter has grown so much since joining - her confidence, her speech, her social skills, everything has improved beautifully.
Every day she comes home with a big smile, stories about her friends, and new things she's learned. The communication from the nursery is also wonderful - they always keep me informed about how she's doing, what she's learning, and how her day went.

I'm beyond grateful for the care, love, and attention the staff give to every child. You can really see how passionate they are about their work. Thank you with all my heart

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It's always lovely to hear the positive impact we have on the children's development and to see all the staff's hard work paying off. The staff are all so passionate about what they do and try to make everyday as special as possible for the children. Thank you for your continued support.

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Review from Kerry S (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has had such a wonderful experience at The Hollies so far. She started at 7 months old and immediately they were able to put my mind at rest by providing such attentive care. The staff go above and beyond to foster an environment of both education and care. My daughter has had a change in key workers since attending and the transition was smooth and without a hitch. All staff know the children well and take time to get to know their personalities, wants and needs on an Individual basis. It is a pleasure to now watch my daughter run into the arms of the staff for a cuddle at the start of her day, she is so excited to see them. I am left feeling reassured and confident she is cared for both emotionally, physically and her development is their upmost priority

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this fantastic review! It's lovely to hear such positive comments and to know that parents feel confident leaving their children with us. The staff work very hard to build up positive relationships with the children and families who come to us and to help the children to flourish. Thank you for your kind words and continued support.

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Review from D B (Father of Child) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Every member of staff is fantastic with our little one. They all have so much patience during the occasional difficult drop off and will do what they can theoughout the day to care for all the children. A brilliant setting that really works for us

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you for this wonderful review! It's so important to be able to leave your children in a safe and secure setting and so lovely to hear that that is what we have created here. Thank you so much for your feedback and continued support.

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Review from O O (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery. The staff are lovely and so enthusiastic.

The outdoor space is great and my daughter loves spending time in the garden and playing in the mud kitchen. I would highly recommend the Hollies nursery.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you for this lovely review! It's always great to hear what our parents think of the setting and the work we do! Your daughter is definitely not alone in loving that outdoor play and exploration...We all love a bit of messy play in the mud!

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Review from Olivia S (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Can not rate the staff at this nursery enough, my daughter absolutely loves it and from day one was made to feel so welcome, I was surprised how quickly she settled. She's only been going a few months but she's so comfortable and excited to go. The staff have been so kind and will take the time to support you and talk to you about your child without feeling like you're being rushed. My daughters key worker Sharon has been fantastic. They've been really helpful with food as my daughter has a few dietary needs and they will work with you to make sure they give them the right foods.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this fantastic review! It's always really lovely to get feedback and to know that we are having a positive impact in the lives of our families.

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Review from Olly H (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery - professional, friendly and kind staff, offering a supportive, healthy and fun environment for early years development.

Both my daughter and son have attended the Hollies. My daughter graduated last year, and my son remains. They have both had a great time, talk about it fondly, and the team have supported their development greatly.

Highly recommended.

Reply from Victoria Gilbert-Durham, Manager at Spring Nursery The Hollies

Thank you so much for this lovely review! It means a lot to the team, who work so hard to make every day special, to hear such positive feedback. Thank you for your continued support!

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Review from Tetiana B (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Excellent kindergarten! My daughter asks to take her there every day. She really enjoys spending time there and returns home happy. The kindergarten has a large garden and children spend a lot of time walking outside.

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Review from Anna B (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Spring Nursery The Hollies is a great nursery. The kids do a wide range of activities, the food menu is varied, and the outside space is ideal for running around. The staff are all very friendly, and the use of the app is helpful.

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Review from K L (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our son is well looked after and thoroughly enjoys his time at nursery. He knows some of the staff very well and feels very comfortable with them, which is lovely. The range of activities he does at nursery is excellent. He spends lots of time outside playing, which he loves, and the staff encourage this.

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Review from Felicity E (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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The team are so lovely and very personable. They genuinely care about the children and make bonds with them all. My son has settled in so well to nursery life and enjoys his days. Communication has been very clear throughout using the app and responses are fast via email also. I have no qualms about recommending the nursery.

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Review from Leanne R (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at The Hollies for almost a year now and started when he was 9 months old. He is always so excited in the morning when he knows it’s a nursery day! The staff are all very kind and caring and provide a safe, fun learning environment for the children and his key worker is wonderful. We are kept well informed and management is always there to answer any questions if needed. The large garden area is a great space, well-equipped, and my son absolutely loves playing out there, he can’t wait to show us what he has been up to when we pick him up! Overall, we are very happy with The Hollies and would highly recommend.

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Review from Harriet H (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My child is looked after so well, we are very lucky she is at such a good nursery. Her previous key worker was engaging when she was in the baby room; kind, caring and always supportive. Her current key worker is incredible, she knows just the way to deal with my child and is fair, kind, caring, nurturing and pushes development. The whole team is fantastic, everyone works so well to make sure the children are happy, safe and engaged. My child loves nursery.

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Victoria Gilbert-Durham Job Title: Nursery Manager
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spring Nursery The Hollies

What is the Age Range of Children that Spring Nursery The Hollies accepts?

Spring Nursery The Hollies accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Spring Nursery The Hollies Open?

Spring Nursery The Hollies 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 Spring Nursery The Hollies have capacity for?

Spring Nursery The Hollies has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Spring Nursery The Hollies to the centre of Taunton?

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

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