Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple

3 Trafalgar Lawn, Barnstaple EX32 9BD
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9.9 25 Reviews
  • Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple, Barnstaple
Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' childcare provider (November 2022), that strives for nothing but excellence when it comes to caring for your child. The nursery and its team of qualified and nurturing staff ensure each day is filled with fun activities that enable children to develop their own personalities and independence.

To provide children with the very best start to their learning adventure, the nursery has age-appropriate rooms for each age group.

Outdoor play is considered an essential part of learning and development at Banana Moon - the children go outside every day throughout the year to enjoy lots of varied and fun activities to improve their physical health, stimulate their minds and let them experience the seasons.

Giving children the right nutrition is paramount and is a major focus at the nursery. Each meal is well-balanced and created using fresh ingredients.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kate Neagle (Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 78

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day Session £76
    Half Day Session £42

  • Full Day Session 7:30-6:30
    Morning Session 7:30-1:00
    Afternoon Session 1:00-6:30
    Funded sessions are also available

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple Reviews (25)

9.9

Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple has 25 reviews.

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Review from Hannie (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not be any happier with all the support, great communication, friendly staff and the overall experience of sending our little boy to Banana Moon. We had tried other nurseries before here but for one reason or another, it didn't feel right. Not only are we happy to send our 11-month-old here,
but our little boy absolutely loves it too. He's developed so much over the past month already and the staff are always so friendly and happy to answer any questions we may have. His meals are healthy and varied and there are loads of things for him to do during the day. Couldn't recommend this amazing nursery enough!
For any parents interested in Banana Moon, please take our advice and go and see them for a tour, you'll be blown away with just how amazing it is and the app that they offer so you can see what your little ones do each day!
Thank you for making my fiancé and me happy and worry-free!
Reply from Kate, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Thank you so much for your review! We are so pleased that you and your little one are happy with us!
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Review from Joanne O (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We thoroughly recommend this nursery, our daughter really enjoys her time here, and we trust the team to look after her.
The app is also fab for parents, the updates on her activities are great, and we love that we are able to see what she has been doing during her sessions.
Reply from Kate Neagle, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so happy that your daughter enjoys her time with us and that you enjoy the updates sent on the Parent App!
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Review from Lisa S (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn’t recommend the ladies here any more! Finding a nursery in a pandemic was never going to be easy but my mind was put at ease from the first phone call. After seeing the nursery and meeting the staff it was an easy decision to send my daughter to this amazing nursery. The app is a god send and
gives you regular updates all day so you can see what they are up to. I love the golden moments feature and feel like I don’t miss out, even though I’m at work. If you are looking for a nursery, this is the one!
Reply from Kate Neagle, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Thank you so much for the brilliant review - we're so happy that your daughter enjoys her time with us at Banana Moon and that you don't feel like you're missing out at work with the updates you…read more
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Review from Daniel P (Father of Child) published on 8 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so pleased with the service received by the team at the nursery.
Our daughter is really happy there and has a great connection with her 'Key Person', all the staff are very friendly and professional. We are well informed of her activities throughout the day, kept up to date with seasonal themes
and news via the brilliant app. The development plan is thorough and reviewed on a regular basis with 'Golden Moments' being highlighted when achieved. The building is secure and there are comprehensive policies in place, alleviating any safety concerns. We can't recommend them enough! Thank you all.
Reply from Kate Neagle, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so happy that your daughter is happy with us at Banana Moon, and we're glad that you're enjoying the Parent App!
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Review from Sarah F (Grandmother of Child) published on 24 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When you drop off and collect your grandson and he is happy going in and full of chatter about his day when he leaves, you know its the right place. My grandson is growing from strength to strength both socially and developmentally since coming to Banana Moon. He loves it there. Highly recommend.
Reply from Kate Neagle, Director at Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're really happy that your grandson enjoys his time with us.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.934)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.972 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple is calculated as follows: ( (175 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.972
  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 4.962 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple is based on 15 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 78 number of registered child places is 15.6. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.6 = 0.962
  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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Meet the Team (19)

Kate

Kate

Job Title: Director Joined: 2020

Hi, I'm Kate and I'm the Director and Acting Manager at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I have QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and am Paediatric First-aid Trained and also a Designated Safeguarding Officer.


I am a mum to my own two little ones, which is why Banana Moon Barnstaple started in the first place!

Lauren

Lauren

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2021

Hi, I'm Lauren, Deputy Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead at Banana Moon, Barnstaple. I am Level 3 qualified and have nine years of experience in my Early Years, from Nursery Nurse to management level. I'm really excited about being back in childcare after taking some time out to have my little girl!!


I work in childcare because I love working with children; it is so rewarding seeing each child develop, grow and learn as their own character. I am creative and enjoy messy play, my favourite activity is exploring water beads looking at the different colours and feeling the different textures!

Michelle

Michelle

Job Title: Assistant Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

Hi, I’m Michelle and I’m the Assistant Deputy Manager at Banana Moon Barnstaple.

Jorden

Jorden

Job Title: Early Years Professional and SENDCo Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Jorden and I am SENCo and Assistant Deputy Manager at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I am love working at Banana Moon and I love to see the children grow and blossom!


I am a level three qualified Early Years Professional and I am very passionate about my job and about Early Years! I love to try new and exciting activities for the children, to capture their interest and help them to learn and develop!

Jade

Jade

Job Title: Room Leader Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Jade and I am the Mini Moons Room Leader at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I am Level 3 qualified and I've got six years of experience working in childcare and am paediatric first aid trained.


I wanted to work in my early years since I was a teenager, and always used to babysit for family members, so I chose to make this my career. I love seeing the children progress and development and love giving the children lots of opportunities to learn through messy play!

Danni

Danni

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Danni and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple.


I am a level three qualified practitioner, but I also have a degree in Sports Coaching. I really love putting this into practice and leading different sporting activities with the children.


I love working in the Early Years as I love watching the children grow and develop through the different ages and stages and having a positive impact on their early lives!

Rachel

Rachel

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Rachel and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I've been working at Banana Moon for two years and have just completed my Level 3 apprenticeship.

Sadie

Sadie

Job Title: Nursery Cook Joined: 2023

Hi, I'm Sadie and I am the Nursery Cook at Banana Moon in Barnstaple. I have a level 3 in Food Hygiene for caterers.


I've enjoyed cooking all my life and I'm a self-taught baker; I love to experiment with new methods!


I'm now loving the opportunity to cook delicious, nutritious, home-cooked meals for the children, giving them a variety of tastes and textures and having fun with their food!

Molly

Molly

Job Title: Early Years Apprentice Joined: 2023

Hi, I’m Molly and I’m a Nursery Apprentice at Banana Moon Barnstaple; I am currently studying towards my Level 3 Early Years qualification.


My passion for childcare started when I helped my mum look after my younger siblings. I love seeing children learn and develop and getting to know them and their own unique personalities. I’m excited to start a career in childcare!

Paige

Paige

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2023

Hi, I'm Paige and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple.


I started my career in Early Years in 2020 when I began an Early Years apprenticeship. I am now a level three qualified practitioner and I am also fully trained in paediatric first aid.


I have always wanted to work with children, since studying a similar topic at college. I love supporting children to grow and develop and to help give them the best start in life.

Lilli

Lilli

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2023

Hi, I'm Lilli and I am an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon in Barnstaple. I am a level three qualified practitioner, who is also paediatric first aid trained.

Holly

Holly

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Holly and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon. I am Level 2 qualified and work with our Full Moons!


I started a career in childcare because I always enjoyed looking after my friends' children and therefore wanted to give childcare a go! I completed my Early Years apprenticeship in 2019 and worked in childcare for a number of years, before leaving the sector to pursue another career. However, a few years later, I really wanted to give childcare another go and working at Banana Moon has made me realise that this is the right career for me!

Izzy

Izzy

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice Joined: 2023

Hi, I'm Izzy and I am a Nursery Apprentice at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I am currently working towards my Level 3 Early Years qualification and am paediatric first aid trained.

Kat

Kat

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Kat and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and am also trained in paediatric first aid.

Cirby

Cirby

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Cirby and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple.

Katie

Katie

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Katie and I'm an Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I'm level 3 qualified and I work with our Full Moons!

Zoe

Zoe

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Zoe and I'm a Nursery Assistant at Banana Moon Barnstaple. I'm currently working towards my Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification!

Lauren

Lauren

Job Title: Early Years Professional Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Lauren and I'm a Level 2 qualified Early Years Professional at Banana Moon Barnstaple!

Keira

Keira

Job Title: Early Years Apprentice Joined: 2024

HI, I'm Keira and I'm an Early Years Apprentice at Banana Moon! I'm currently working towards my level 3 Early Years qualification

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