Muddy Boots at the Farm

The Piggery, Newton St Cyres, Exeter EX5 5AY
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9.5 7 Reviews
  • Muddy Boots at the Farm, Exeter
The nursery is set in a unique farm-based environment, offering an exceptional outdoor atmosphere. With a passionate team of dedicated childcare practitioners, it provides abundant opportunities for outdoor learning, allowing children to connect with nature and thrive during their time there.

The outdoor space includes two separate gardens featuring an old tractor that inspires countless imaginative adventures around the world. Children delight in spotting cows in the nearby fields and enjoy planting, tending, and harvesting vegetables.

In the Paddock, outdoor learning experiences are tailored to each child's interests, covering all areas of development.

This child-centred approach fosters curiosity and independence, encouraging children to explore and grow. With the support of a key person, each child’s interests are nurtured and extended, creating meaningful and enriching learning opportunities.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jenny White (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 20

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

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 & Christmas

Muddy Boots at the Farm Reviews (7)

9.5

Muddy Boots at the Farm has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.541) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Muddy Boots at the Farm has 7 reviews.

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Review from Lois C (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is an amazing setting, Rachel and Lily are amazing in the baby room. To me the app is a hindrance and sets a high expectation to parents, looking for updates all day every day. The team don't have the time, I don't see what the harm is in having a proper hand over at the end of the day.
Some photos are great and an added bonus. Also the food that is being provided in terms of lunch time meals all I am hearing is the same things each week and that yoghurt is always being provided as pudding. Can they not have rice pudding, custard and fruit and have a bit of a change.
Reply from Jess Robertson, Social Media Coordinator at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. Your feedback is truly appreciated. We're really pleased to hear such lovely comments about our wonderful staff members, and we'll make sure they…read more
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Review from Tania B (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so pleased I chose this nursery, my daughter has had the best time. She has made so many friends with other kids and staff. The outside space is first class and she has enjoyed learning so much about outdoors, from growing and caring for plants/food and even cooking what they have grown on outdoor
fire. The staff are exceptional and are always happy, enthusiastic and motivated, dedicated to ensuring the children are having fun and learning in a safe and happy place.
I have seen how much my daughter has learnt and how her confidence has grown. I really couldn't have asked for a better place for her to begin her journey in. Thank you Muddy Boots - I wish she could stay longer! x
Reply from Jess Robertson, Social Media Co-ordinator at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your daughter has enjoyed her time with us and has grown in confidence while making so many friends. It's fantastic to know…read more
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Review from Lauren U (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child loves going to Muddy Boots, he cannot get in the door quick enough. His development has grown massively since starting here. The staff are brilliant, so friendly and passionate about their job. There is such a variety of activities for the children, and my child certainly loves being in their
outside space. We can't fault it at all.
Reply from Hannah Harber, Parent Liaison Advisor at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It's lovely to hear how excited your child is to come into nursery each day and how much progress you've seen in his development since joining. I'm so…read more
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Review from Donna C (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Son has been attending Muddy Boots for 3 years now and starts school in September. We are so sad our nursery journey is coming to an end as he has just thrived there and never have we had a day where he doesn't want to attend.
The girls are amazing, particularly a few specific members of staff
- he raves about them. The balance between outdoor play and age appropriate learning is excellent.
The manager manages the nursery brilliantly and is responsive to any requests etc.
Thank you girls for all you do for the children - I would recommend Muddy Boots the farm to anyone.
Reply from Jess Robertson, Social Media Co-ordinator at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're touched by your kind words, and it means the world to us to hear how much your son has enjoyed his time with us over the past three years. We're so…read more
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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Muddy Boots have provided excellent support to both of my children, encouraged their development and provided emotional support for my more anxious child when needed. The staff are wonderful and the manager is always happy to help if I have any queries or issues. The children get a really good amount
of time outside playing which I love!
Reply from Jess Robertson, Social Media Coordinator at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It's wonderful to hear how well your children are supported, both in their development and emotionally. We're so proud of our team and we know your comments…read more
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Review from Amelia T (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Muddy Boots is absolutely exemplary. The staff there care deeply about the children and get to know them like their own. They are flexible and helpful, I have never been shamed about forgetting a sunhat or coat even though I'm terrible at it. They make every effort to accommodate day changes when needed.
They've been helpful and supportive when our younger child had to exclude dairy from their diet.
The activities they arrange for the kids are inventive, and connected to seasons and cultures. I was deeply impressed when they began teaching about diversity and inclusion when my older child (no longer there) was only about 4. They did so in an accessible, positive way.
The children spend an enormous amount of time outdoors, all year round when possible. They utilise local resources like the farm and the arboretum.
My younger child loves her time there, and my older child still reminisces about it fondly. I would recommend them without hesitation.
Reply from Jess Robertson, Family Liaison Advisor at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with us at Muddy Boots. Our team is passionate about creating a warm, supportive…read more
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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely caring nursery with a focus on spending time outdoors. We were really happy with the nursery we used for our older child but went for Muddy Boots instead for our youngest because she loves being outside. At first, she would cry when we dropped her off but now she is really keen to get there.
When she had her settling sessions I got a chance to chat with the team there who are kind, sensible and dedicated. Compared to other nurseries, Muddy Boots is extremely calm- the children and staff are more relaxed. Some nurseries can be very noisy and it can feel quite overwhelming, but because of the good space indoors and outdoors, it feels peaceful. We get good communications during the day, there is an app and we get pictures and an 'observation'. I also like the location - lots of parking and I can nip into the local town if I need anything!
Reply from Jess Robertson, Family Liaison Advisor at Muddy Boots at the Farm
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your daughter has settled in and is now excited to come to Muddy Boots each day. It's wonderful to know that our focus on outdoor…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.541)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.541) out of 10 for Muddy Boots at the Farm is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 7 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 4.841 for Muddy Boots at the Farm is calculated as follows: ( (72 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.841
  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 4.7 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Muddy Boots at the Farm is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 20 number of registered child places is 4, which has been reached with 7 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Muddy Boots at the Farm

What is the Age Range of Children that Muddy Boots at the Farm accepts?

Muddy Boots at the Farm accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Muddy Boots at the Farm Open?

Muddy Boots at the Farm 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 Muddy Boots at the Farm have capacity for?

Muddy Boots at the Farm has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is Muddy Boots at the Farm to the centre of Exeter?

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

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