Sidcup Day Nursery & Forest School

Our son loves his time at nursery and has been there from 8 months until preschool. The staff are kind, engaging and keen to help them with all aspects of growing up and starting school. We've always felt our son is well cared for and given enough attention even in a class. We know they provide a variety of extra-curricular activities like writing, reading, maths, French, sports, dance etc and our son has enjoyed more structured learning as he has got closer to moving to primary school. Thank you for giving him the best start as he heads to his new school in September

We are so happy with this nursery and couldn't recommend it enough. They treat us like family and are always so kind and caring towards our daughter. She absolutely loves going there every day. We always know she is well looked after, well fed, and learning so much too. The staff have done an amazing job preparing her for school, and we will genuinely miss the nursery when it's time to leave. Thank you for everything you've done for our daughter. Fully recommend this nursery to everyone! Love the Forest School, the trips they go on, the activities they do during the day too.

Out eldest child joined at 9 months old and is due to go to school in September. Our youngest is in baby room and we have never questioned our decision to send our children here. Sidcup Day Nursery and Forest School have guided, supported and prepared them both through every stage of their lives so far. Our eldest has had significant experiences, such as trips out, experienced the outdoors, had regular clubs, such as multi sports, dance lessons and french. The opportunities are vast here, the staff tirelessly work to ensure their safety, happiness and needs are constantly met and exceeded. I could not recommend this setting enough. Thank you to all of the staff for their support and care.

We cannot thank the entire team at Sidcup day and forest nursery enough for the exceptional care they provided to our daughter in the baby room. From the very beginning, they supported her development with so much warmth and patience. They carefully nurtured her milestones and encouraged her curiosity, independence, and wonderfully strong personality.

Her transition into the toddler room was incredibly smooth, a real testament to the preparation and care she received in the baby room. We are so grateful for the strong foundation the team has given her and would highly recommend the nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment.

Thank you to all the staff at baby room for looking after my youngest daughter. When she arrived in the class, she was just past her first birthday and was yet to take her first steps - but staff made sure she was continuously involved in all the activities with the other children, often giving her a helping hand when she needed it before she found her feet. She's loved the interactive side of the classroom, dancing, singing and playing, which she has brought home with her. Staff created a brilliant relationship with her, made her feel welcome and she couldn't wait to join her classmates every morning, often rushing in without saying goodbye and looking forward to the day ahead.

My eldest child will be leaving this year after beginning her journey in the baby room shortly after her first birthday. She entered the nursery not knowing anyone and quite nervous - but the staff made her feel so welcome and she quickly made friends. We've loved seeing how she's grown since attending nurse

Thank you so much for making our experience (with our first child) starting at nursery such a smooth, supported and enjoyable one. Our daughter has settled in so well and has loved all of the fun activities you do, the variety of food on offer and the fabulous staff. It's really comforting knowing she enjoys her time at nursery and has built great relationships with the team.

We have also felt very supported as parents, with great communication from the team, always happy to answer our questions or discuss any developmental concerns we have had.

Many thanks for all the hard work you and your team put in to support the children and running engaging sessions. Our daughter has come along so much since starting at nursery and it's so wonderful to see.

The baby room team were so patient and care oriented with both baby and us as parents. They took the time to get to know baby personally, to respond expertly to her needs and offer her comfort. They encouraged her bold and curious personality and ensured that activities satisfied her interests whilst aiding her development. You can tell there is a lot of love for the children in their care. It made our daughters transition seamless, and in the 6 short months since joining she is now talking, climbing, signing and interacting with so much more confidence. I am very grateful for the time and care they put in to support my daughter's early experience .

We would have liked to be introduced to new staff members as there was a bit of change throughout the last few months.

My daughter recently moved to Tots room after eight months in Baby room. Although she took a little while to settle into the nursery initially after having just been at home with family, the staff were always lovely and reassuring. They always kept us updated on how she was getting on and we never had any concerns about how well she was being looked after, and once she was settled she loved her time in Baby room. She developed lots of new skills and confidence during her time there. Thank you to all the team!

Our son started in the baby room at Sidcup Day Nursery and we honestly couldn't be happier. Since joining, he has learned so much - from recognising colours and animals to using a few Makaton signs to communicate, which we think is amazing. He has also built lovely relationships with both staff and peers, which has been so special to see. The staff are fantastic - always welcoming us with energy and warmth at drop-offs and pick ups, and constantly coming up with creative activities that make learning fun. We love the regular photo and video updates; it's such a joy to see him singing, playing, and joining in, while the app updates on meals, naps, and nappies give real peace of mind. The nursery itself is brilliant, with spacious rooms and a great outdoor area, including a sheltered space for the summer. Most importantly, our son has gained so much confidence since starting here and is always happy to go in, which says it all.

Thank you to the whole team!

We could not be more pleased and confident in our decision to send our daughter to Sidcup Day Nursery. The staff work incredibly hard to create a real home from home environment, and they all made incredible bonds with our daughter. The care, support and range of daily activities are all amazing. She developed hugely in confidence and skills while at the nursery and was always so excited to go in each morning. We could not recommend the nursery more highly.

As our daughter moves onto primary school, we say farewell to this wonderful nursery. Our daughter has thrived at Sidcup nursery going through each room with love, encouragement and kindness, since she joined shortly after her first birthday. She has developed wonderful life skills and amazes us each day with her vocabulary.

We could not have wished for a better start to our daughter's education. As a Key Stage 1 primary school teacher, I would certainly recommend this nursery.

I would certainly recommend this nursery extremely highly. I have two children attend this nursery and We have the best experience. The teachers are the sweetest.They have all been so amazing with both of my children who attends this nursery. My daughter had attended a different nursery prior and we changed to this nursery and so when i had my son I sent him to this nursery at 6 months old as well due to our positive experience. I have no regrets in fact I regret not finding this Nursery earlier! I have no complaints my children absolutely love the nursery and adored the teachers and management. Special thanks to two members of staff. When my kids are at the nursery i have my peace of mind as it feels like home.

Since my daughter joined the nursery, she has developed more confidence and doing really well. She cried so much in her previous nursery but with sidcup day nursery and forest school she didn't take long to settle once she gets that lovely morning cuddle and she knows all the staff by name. Their visits to the farm is a fantastic experience for her. All in all, it has been a relaxed journey for myself as an anxious mum.

Overall, this nursery offers a wonderful balance of care, education, and enrichment activities, making it a fantastic choice for any family.

With love and appreciation.

Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Sidcup Day Nursery and Forest School for making her transition so smooth and settling her in so well.

The staff have been fantastic in helping us with key transitions, from potty training to managing her fussy eating habits. It's no exaggeration to say that they truly help each child flourish. Their experience, warmth, and dedication give the entire nursery a wonderful family feel. We are really happy with experience in the nursery.

When my daughter joined the school she had just gotten into the UK from Africa. English was the least of her worries, she was clueless and could neither speak or understand it but within a short space of time she now understands and is very confident in front of others. Though at 3 years she can't read, she is now able to interpret pictures from story books. We look forward to yet another amazing year ahead with the nursery as EVERY member in the facility is loving and very patient with the kids.