





Situated in the rural area of Chettiscombe, in The Cider Barn, Wooden House Nursery offers high quality early years care and education in a home from home setting.
The nursery has recently undergone an expansion in September 2025, which has included the addition of a brand new pre-school room. This has created additional vacancies for all age groups and allowed for the existing space to be used in a much more...
Funding & Fees
Our private fees are charged at £6.50 per hour.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- YMCA Dulverton Group
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Caroline Taplin (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 9
Total Places for Children
- 30
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- Public Holidays & between Christmas & New Year
Parking
- There is a small car park onsite.
Wooden House Nursery Reviews (63)
Wooden House Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.946) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wooden House Nursery has 63 reviews.
Really happy with the Wooden House nursery since our son started in February. The staff are very friendly and clearly care for the children. My son comes home content and when I pick him up I can sometimes see him playing happily in the room. The nursery is kept clean and tidy and the staff will always try to accommodate your asks.
Thank you for your kind review. It is lovely to hear that as parents you can see how much our staff care for the children we look after. We strive to meet individual family needs as much as we can as so it is good to hear that we are achieving this. We look forward to being part of your son's journey as he grows and progresses.
Wooden House is a fantastic nursery which provides a nurturing environment for children to flourish.
The staff have been incredibly supportive throughout a challenging transition for us all.
We love attending this nursery and would recommend to anyone.
Many thanks for for kind review. It is lovely to hear that the staff have provided good support for you during the transition and we have seen in the setting how your child has grown and developed since they have been with us.
Good communication between staff and parents, great updates throughout the day!
Thank you for taking time to complete a review. The outdoors is important for children and as mentioned we are fortunate to have both an undercover area and garden so children can have fresh air every day whatever the weather. We also like to develop good relationships and communications with our...
My daughter, Norah attends Wooden House three days a week. She receives such wonderful care from her key worker and all staff in her room. They are all attentive, engaging and greet her with smiles and excitement each morning. Norah looks forward to attending and always lets us know what she's done, how much she played. I can't fault the setting. Communication is first class, and like previously stated the care is exceptional.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is nice to hear that Norah is so happy at the setting and lets you know what she has been doing during her day. We are always keen to meet and greet the families and it is important to us that we communicate well to those who are the main carers.
Our son joined wooden house in September and it has been a huge success. A lovely small group with lots of interaction with our key worker, we are always informed about his progress and any concerns. He loves all the activities they do daily and getting outside! We couldn't be happier with the experience an it has made my return to work so much easier.
Thank you for leaving a review of Wooden House outlining how happy you are with the setting and the care and education your child receives. We are delighted that you feel well informed about your child's progress and that you have plenty of interaction with your key person. Our outdoor space is...
My daughter loves going to Wooden House - ever since she started going we have had no problems with her at drop off and she goes to the staff with her arms outstretched and doesn't look back. I think that says it all! She loves being there, the staff are super diligent and the fact they have dedicated rooms with air con and black out blinds for sleeping is great as I know not all nurseries have this.
Thank you for leaving a 5* review of Wooden House nursery. We are delighted that you are so happy with the care that your daughter receives. Knowing she is happy when you leave is so reassuring as a parent, and we enjoy having her in the setting! Best wishes Natalie
My son is very happy at Wooden House Nursery. The staff are extremely caring and nurturing. He loves being outside and the garden and undercover area allows this daily. The activities are varied and helps him his learning ready for school in a fun way.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. It is lovely to hear that we ae achieving what we think is very important. Outside daily with children being nurtured and learning in an informal manner with the aim of them becoming independent and ready for the next steps in their education and life.
We are so glad we chose Wooden House for our daughter's nursery. The nursery has a lovely rural setting with amazing outside space for the children to play. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly and are incredibly attentive to all the children's needs. They very much work with the parents to ensure that your child's needs are met. My daughter struggled when she first started at nursery as she was very shy and introverted around people she didn't know or in unfamiliar environments. The staff were amazing at helping her to settle into nursery and within just two weeks, we'd already noticed a big difference. A few months on, and she has blossomed. She has so much more confidence now and loves interacting with new people. We've even had family remark on the change and we feel that Wooden House has played a big part in this. The app is great and it's lovely to see the activities that they plan for the children. They also spend a lot of time outdoors which I love.
Many thanks for your kind review. It has been lovely to see how your daughter has progressed and grown in confidence. It is so valuable to have good relations and communication with parents so we can work together on processes such as settling in and I think that this has been key for your daughter.
Having previously had a childminder and after relocating, this was a big change for our 2 year old - he sometimes finds drop-offs hard, but the team have been brilliant at helping him (and us!) through this. We know he's happy there and really enjoys his days. His communication skills have also come on so much since starting 4 months ago too. We're really glad we chose Wooden House.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. We are very lucky with our outside space and it is somewhere the children like to spend a lot of their time. I am glad that we have been able to support you as a family as part of the settling in process. We know how difficult it can be for...
We can't say enough about how good wooden house has been for both of are children especially are boy. He started nursery really upset and unsettled but now he will happily run in and enjoy himself. They support both our children when they had to adjust to having a new brother at home. There so welcoming and nothing seem to be a problem. The outside space is brilliant especially when you've got children who love going outside also the new room set ups are outstanding. They've made the whole nursery experience a lot more easier especially with all the updates throughout the day, it feels like an extension to our family.
Thank you for your lovely review. It is great to hear how we have been able to help your son in particular settle especially as he found it difficult to leave you initially. I am pleased to hear how you like the new room and with access straight onto the garden it has been very popular with the children.
The team have always made us feel welcomed and reassured. They take the time to understand our childs needs and personality, and it's clear how much they genuinely care. We can see how much he enjoys his time there through the learning, play and relationships he's built.
As parents, we've always felt informed and supported. Nursery staff are approachable, open and happy to talk about his day or answer any questions. We would recommend Wooden House to any family looking for a nurturing and supportive childcare setting.
Thank you for your kind review. I am really pleased to hear that you are receiving good feedback from our staff and that they are available for you to talk to. Good relationships with parents are an important part of what we do to help and help to support each child's holistic development both at home and in the setting.
Wooden House Nursery is such a wonderful and caring setting for our little girl. She took a while to settle and find her feet, but the staff have been so supportive and really helped the process. We feel like the nursery is an extension of our family. Staff are always super welcoming. The new building is awesome and I love the undercover outside area, so the children can always be outside what ever the weather. The changes they are making to the setting are all positive. Thank you for making the nursery experience feel easy.
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We love Wooden House and the team that work there. A few minutes' drive from Tiverton town centre, the nursery offers so much more outside space than other nurseries in the town due to its rural setting. We get regular updates on our daughter's day through the app. Wooden House is an excellent nursery; we're so glad that we chose it.
Thank you so much for your 5* review of Wooden House Nursery. We are delighted that you are so happy with the setting. We are very proud of our location and the facilities that we have to enable children to learn and explore in the outdoor environment. Thank you for recognising the team, they work...
Our Daughter loves going. So much so that she almost jumps out of my arms when she sees the lovely staff in the mornings at drop off.
You get updates all through the day about what the kids have been up to and snack/nap/nappy updates.
We honestly couldn't be happier with this brilliant little nursery!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of Wooden House. It is heart warming to hear that you could not be happier with the service that you receive at the setting. I know the team will really appreciate your feedback and it is so helpful for prospective parents to hear...
My son absolutely adores all the staff at wooden house. As someone who has to travel for work it's really reassuring to know that my little boy is happy when I'm not there. The facilities are brilliant and the activities the kids do are great. They have an app where the photos of the day are uploaded and your invoices are uploaded making everything easy to use and traceable. I couldn't recommend woodenhouse more.
It has been so lovely watching your son grow and develop from starting with us in the baby room. He has strong bonds with many of the staff and loves to explore, especially in the outside area. It is good to hear how useful the app is, especially in your situation when you are away but still able...
The nursery helped my 2-year-old settle in incredibly quickly after moving from another setting. He absolutely loves it and has built strong connections with several members of staff, not just his key worker, which has been really reassuring. They do lots of reading, engaging activities (he often comes home with baked goods!), and singing - and one of the staff plays her guitar to the children, which is just lovely. I always feel that my child is very safe, happy, and well cared for here. They also have a great outdoor space and get the children outside as much as possible.
Highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your kind review. Once a child is settled we like them to form links with all the staff so they fell safe and secure even when they are not there and it is lovely to hear that you as a parent can see this. We are very lucky to have a member of staff with music talents that...
Our daughter started at Wooden House in June 2025 and is thoroughly enjoying herself. She settled in really quickly and is very happy to go with all the great members of staff. We enjoy seeing the photo updates of what they get up to each day and grateful to the staff for communicating with us each day.
Many thanks for your kind review. It is nice to hear that the photos are appreciated and that you enjoy seeing them each day, it is something we always aim to do to enable families to see what their children are taking part in while they spend time with us.
The lovely staff have been fantastic at supporting my son's transition to Wooden House nursery. They have taken the time to get to know and understand him and he is happy at drop off and pick up. I know he is having a great day when there and is being well looked after. We love seeing the daily photos and they are always up to something fun. They have a fantastic outdoor space as well, which is such a bonus. They support him in his development and help him in meeting his milestones, as well as keeping us up to date in how he's getting on! Thank you!
Many thanks for your lovely review. One of the most important things is that children are happy when they are in our care, so it is good to hear that the photos we put out for parents to see reflect that as well as showing what they have been up to during their day. We also work hard to engage with...
The wooden house have been very good, setting sessions were good with good communication from the staff when handover and picking up child. You also get photos of what the cold has been doing throughout the child's day is a bonus.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for the nursery. It is lovely to hear the value you have on the photos that we publish to the parents so they can see the activities and fun children have during their time with us. It is also very important to us that parents are communicated with and informed about their child on a day to day basis. Many thanks.
He loves the activities they plan and the great space outdoors and has built a good relationship with the staff, especially his fantastic key worker who he adores.
I would highly recommend Wooden House. Some nurseries might look fancier or have more space/resources but this place is all about the people and I know my son is cared for, listened to and supported to grow and develop.
Thank you
Thank you for your kind review. It is lovely to hear that we, as staff, have been able to support you and your son in the transition from another setting. I consider one of our greatest resources to be our human resource, we are lucky enough to have a range of staff, from those who have been with...
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- Recipient: YMCA Dulverton GroupDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: YMCA Dulverton GroupDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: YMCA Dulverton GroupDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
Meet the Team (1)
Caroline has worked at Wooden House Nursery for 21 years! She is a passionate and dedicated manager who leads her team with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Her long-standing team is a testament to her leadership, as the setting benefits from having many long-standing staff. Over the last few years, this team has grown significantly with new members who are equally as passionate and dedicated to delivering the highest quality care and education to the families and children they support.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wooden House Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Wooden House Nursery accepts?
Wooden House Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Wooden House Nursery Open?
Wooden House Nursery 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 Wooden House Nursery have capacity for?
Wooden House Nursery has capacity for a total of 30 Children.
How far is Wooden House Nursery to the centre of Tiverton?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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