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.
The Wooden House Nursery is a wonderful friendly nursery, the staff are very knowledgeable yet down-to-earth people, their system works really well and very secure. All the children always look happy and my son very much enjoys his time spent there and I feel very much at ease that he is happy and safe when he attends. The children get to spend a lot of time outside which really suits us as we are outside country people, they do a massive range of activities with the children from cooking, painting, reading to finding bugs in the garden! Even trips to the neighbour's farm! I’m kept up to date throughout the day with the app with what they have been up to and also includes nappy changes and how much or little he has eaten and drank. My son has already learnt so much in all areas, also been given extra support with his speech and supported in areas which he has struggled to grasp. The team at Wooden House couldn’t be more helpful and very professional.
Thank you for such a lovely review. It is always pleasing to hear that we are meeting the needs of each family and their children and keeping you up to date on a daily basis. We have also worked together to support speech development so your son receives support both at home and in the setting. We...
Wooden House is a welcoming warm environment, my daughter struggles with new situations but they are very accommodating to her needs. They've also been accommodating to the family's needs and adding in extra days where able.
My daughter loves driving into the countryside in the mornings and having the large open spaces indoor and out to play in. They know my daughter well and offer her each time she attends to toys to play with that she enjoys. I receive regular progress about how she is developing, more so that I have with any other settings with my other children.
They have set policies and procedures in place to keep every child safe. Would strongly recommend a visit if searching for a nursery.
Thank you for your review of our setting, it has been lovely working with you all and being able to work together successfully to support your daughter. Our aim is to work with each family on an individual basis to meet their needs so they feel welcomed and valued which sounds as though this is...
Both my children have attended Wooden House Nursery and both of my children love/loved attending the nursery. As a parent I am happy with the friendly, knowledgeable staff that work there. The staff are caring and patient with my son and provide feedback with how he is getting on. Although my eldest is 8 now, many of the staff that worked with her are still working at the nursery now with my son. The nursery is in a lovely tranquil setting and it has both a large outdoor area and also an outdoor covered area for the children to be in. Overall the nursery is a lovely nursery and my children really enjoy attending.
Thank you for your review. It has been lovely watching both your children grow and develop and I am glad to hear that you are receiving good feedback on your son's progress. We pride ourselves on a stable staff which allows for continuity for children and their families. The outside area is...
We searched for a nursery in Tiverton for our first born who was 1. We really liked the setting of the Wooden House Nursery and the Manager was very professional and informative which won us over. Putting our baby boy in their care was amazing - they use the Famly app and give us regular updates, and I feel like the staff care for every child in their care both professionally and personally. We've had such an amazing experience with the Wooden House and will definitely be using them for our second child too.
Thank you for your kind review. I am pleased to hear that we provided you with the information you required when visiting the setting initially and continue to do so through the app. It has been lovely to get to know you all and watch your child grow and develop. We look forward to meeting your new addition to the family and getting to know them as well.
The Wooden House is amazing! We currently have our 2nd child there and we are so happy that we found this setting after transferring our 1st child here. The staff are very caring and approachable. They are a fantastic team.
We receive daily photos from the setting and updates of the day's activities and our child has detailed focus weeks throughout the year to discuss development and progress. The setting is in a beautiful location with a large outdoor area which is perfect for outdoor play and forest school.
We highly rate this nursery they are truly amazing
Many thanks for your kind review. We work hard to ensure that our families are informed and kept up to date with everything their children do while they are at the setting and the progress they are making so it is nice to hear that we are achieving this. We are very proud of our location and outdoor space it is very unique and provides a great environment for children to play and learn.
I cannot fault Wooden House. Our daughter has been attending for 3 months now and absolutely loves it. She always has a big smile for the staff who are really friendly, welcoming and attentive. Communication with the staff is great.
The range of activities/facilities both indoors and outdoors is fantastic and our daughter is always trying new things. Her development has really come along since she has been attending the setting.
As a first-time mum, the idea of sending my child to nursery was daunting, but Wooden House made the transition so easy and we are updated daily about what she has been up to through the app.
I highly recommend Wooden House!
Thank you for your review. It is lovely to hear that starting at the setting has gone smoothly and that you have been informed and supported by the staff so well. I am pleased you have seen the range of experiences that we provide for the children on a daily basis and that they are giving your...
Wooden House is by far one of the best settings I visited when I started searching for a nursery place. Our daughter is extremely shy, so it was really important to find the right setting that would help build her confidence. The staff have been kind and reassuring and have really helped boost her confidence. The classrooms are organised, light and spacious and the outdoor space is fantastic! Our daughter sometimes likes to take herself away for quiet time and we felt she would be most comfortable attending this environment compared to any others we visited. Our daughter has attended the setting since April this year and we love seeing photos of all the different activities they've enjoyed each day. The activities are carefully considered and the children all seem to have a lot of fun! We are delighted with how well she has settled in and are so grateful to the staff for the huge amount of care they've given to our little girl.
What a lovely review, thank you very much. We are so pleased with how well we have been able to support your daughter and we can see her progress and her confidence grow. It is always nice to hear that the photos and activities are appreciated and that we are meeting the needs of the families that access the setting.
The staff were so incredibly friendly and welcoming. They made the daunting step of returning to work after maternity leave and leaving our baby in a new setting so much smoother. From the moment we completed our forms, there was a clear line of communication between us and the staff at Wooden House to ensure that they could provide the best care for our son. On top of that, they also offered a few really insightful tips. We get multiple daily updates, keeping us informed of how our son is getting on.
The setting of the nursery is absolutely beautiful. There’s great outdoor space which is utilised most days. Each day, the team have lots of fun and different activities planned that are both entertaining and educational - we love receiving the photos! The rooms are clean and filled with wonderful toys and things for the children to explore.
I couldn’t have asked for a better nursery and am so incredibly grateful!
Thank you for such a lovely review. I am pleased that we have been able to support you on your return to work, it is such as big step having had a baby to trust a setting to look after them. We work hard to make sure that we meet individual family's needs and we believe communication is key to this so it is good to hear we are achieving this.
My daughter has been attending Wooden House nursery since August and she is already so settled and happy. From our very first look around, I knew it would be the perfect place for her. There is such an air of calm throughout the setting and the children have wonderful areas inside and outside to play, explore and learn. Everyone is so friendly and nurturing, even the members of staff who don't work in her room greet my daughter by her name every morning. Communication is fantastic and we get updates and photographs every day she is there. As first time parents, choosing a nursery felt like the most important decision we could make but the manager and staff genuinely made it so easy. We are so happy that we found Wooden House and would recommend this nursery to anybody.
Thank you for your kind review. It is good to hear that you are so pleased with your decision to join us and that you feel welcomed and well communicated with by all the staff. It has been lovely getting to know you all and great that the settling in has gone so well.
My daughter has been attending the nursery since she was 8 months old and I can’t fault them. She is always really happy to be there and to see the staff. All the staff are fantastic with her and they have made leaving my baby at nursery as a first time mum a really smooth and positive experience.
Thank you for your kind review. We have loved having your daughter at the setting with us. As you said she is happy and smiling and likes to be involved in all that we do. Watching her grow and develop has been a privilege.
All the staff go above and beyond and are always so friendly and welcoming.
My son has come on so much with his speech and learning.
I would highly recommend Wooden House Nursery.
Thank you for your kind review. It is lovely to hear your feedback about our staff, they are always keen to help and support families in whatever area is required in order to make your time with us as positive and enriching as it can be.
Great nursery. Our little boy is always so happy to arrive in the morning and has great fun going out in the garden. The staff are brilliant and always go above and beyond always. Great variety of toys for him to access.
Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. It is very much appreciated.
High 5 Wooden House
Thank you for your review. It has been lovely to be part of your journey and help support you as much as we can in whatever area it has been necessary to do so. Here's hoping the next stage on your educational journey will be smoother and you continue to receive the help you and your son deserve.
My son has been attending Wooden House since December, he is thoroughly enjoying himself! He talks about the nursery all the time. All the staff are always so friendly and welcoming, always making time to have conversations with me and my son. He has gained so much confidence since being at Wooden House. There is always a great range of activities and the children seem to spend a good amount of time outside, which is very important to me and my son! Nursery is a big step for us parents as well as the children but Wooden House has made the transition so much easier for us both. I would highly recommend Wooden House!
Thank you for your kind review. It has been lovely to watch your son grow in confidence and to support you as a family. The outdoors is always a favourite space for children made extra special if the sun is out and a tractor should pass by! We look forward to continuing to work with you all in the future.
Wooden House keep us updated regularly on their family app with activities and anything we need to know while our child is in their care which makes you feel very relaxed and comfortable when they are in the setting.
I wanted to put her in a nursery to mix and come out of her shell more after the lockdown. This 100% has been the right choice as her personality really does shine through and she is thoroughly happy there.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, your feedback is really appreciated. It has been lovely working with you all and watching your daughter develop and grow. We are glad we have been able to meet your expectations and look forward to continuing to support you all.
I decided Wooden House Nursery was my little one's nursery because when I went to view it, all the children looked and were happy. You can not plan this! My little one was helped to settle in with amazing support from all staff and nothing is too much. They always have time outdoors, something my child really needs and have gone above and beyond to listen to my child and their needs. Thank you
It has been lovely getting to know you all and supporting the transition into the setting. What you would always want for the children is that they are happy so it is great that that was how you felt they were when you came to visit. Outdoor time is important whatever the weather and we are lucky...
They have been great at engaging him with activities and learning, especially when they have noticed him struggling with things (like sitting still for more than a second!)
I really recommend Wooden House and have already been telling friends with small children to go there.
Thank you for taking the time to write your kind review. It has been lovely to support your little boy, watching him grow and develop with the help of our staff enabling him to take part in activities and have fun.
Wooden House Nursery is a lovely friendly nursery in a rural setting. The staff are very welcoming and plan a range of interesting activities for the children. Both my daughters have attended the setting and have loved their time there.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It's so nice to hear that your daughters have loved their time here.
Our child has absolutely loved Wooden House from day one, at just over two years old, right up until this year when he goes to school. It's an amazing location, but the staff are what really makes it. Each room has given him everything he needs, and we feel like he's treated/spoken to like a person rather than a toddler/child, which is really nice.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. We really do appreciate it.
I would highly recommend Wooden House Nursery to anyone looking for a nursery in the area and I feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful and happy environment for my son. We Can't wait for our daughter to follow on to such a great nursery.
It has been lovely getting to know you all and watching your son develop and progress so well. I believe it has been as a result of yourselves and the setting working together and communicating at every stage, to achieve...
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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.
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