Pippins, Colchester, is set on a working farm in White Colne, providing a truly unique countryside setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (October 2024), the nursery offers a Montessori-inspired curriculum alongside a dedicated Forest School led by two Level 3 qualified practitioners.
Children explore freely across three tailored spaces: an under 2’s playroom, a Montessori classroom, and a woodland Forest School area. The...
Pippins, Colchester, is set on a working farm in White Colne, providing a truly unique countryside setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (October 2024), the nursery offers a Montessori-inspired curriculum alongside a dedicated Forest School led by two Level 3 qualified practitioners.
Children explore freely across three tailored spaces: an under 2’s playroom, a Montessori classroom, and a woodland Forest School area. The highly qualified team includes certified Montessori teachers and SENDCo support.
Families are kept connected through the nursery app, and benefit from stay-and-play sessions, home learning bags, and special events. The setting encourages independence, creativity, and a love of nature, with opportunities to play, learn, and even sleep outdoors in all weathers.
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Pippins, Colchester, a GrandirUK Day Nursery has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.883) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pippins, Colchester, a GrandirUK Day Nursery has 18 reviews.
Pippins is such a special place and the staff are brilliant. The setting on the farm is amazing, especially Forest School and the woods and meadow. We feel so lucky our son is able to spend time there, supported by a kind, understanding team
Pippins is such a special place and the staff are brilliant. The setting on the farm is amazing, especially Forest School and the woods and meadow. We feel so lucky our son is able to spend time there, supported by a kind, understanding team
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. We are proud of our wonderful outdoor facilities and the fantastic experiences they provide for the children. They spend plenty of time outside throughout the nursery day which is so important for their mental wellbeing and physical...
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. We are proud of our wonderful outdoor facilities and the fantastic experiences they provide for the children. They spend plenty of time outside throughout the nursery day which is so important for their mental wellbeing and physical development. Our woodland Forest School area allows children to connect with nature and enjoy enriching activities which help build teamwork, problem solving and communication.
My son only started Pippins on Monday but what I have experience so far is fantastic! All the staff are lovely and I am well informed of my son's day. I LOVE the app and all the updates I am getting. SUPER pleased my boy is with Pippins
My son only started Pippins on Monday but what I have experience so far is fantastic! All the staff are lovely and I am well informed of my son's day. I LOVE the app and all the updates I am getting. SUPER pleased my boy is with Pippins
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. We're delighted to hear that you've had such a fantastic experience so far! We're proud to have such a warm, friendly and supportive nursery team. We maintain an excellent standard of communication with our families and provide regular updates on your child's day to help you stay well-informed on their nursery journey.
They've explained everything and answered all my random questions...
I'm very happy I moved her to Pippins as feel they have gone over and beyond to provide the best possible experience and support.
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. It's wonderful to hear that our dedicated nursery team have been so attentive and supportive! They work hard to provide a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment, providing tailored support to each child's individual needs so they can learn, grow and thrive.
Lovely nursery, great caring staff in the baby room who make an effort to put great activities on for the children. The outdoor area is also lovely. Lovely big light room. Would definitely recommend Pippins
Lovely nursery, great caring staff in the baby room who make an effort to put great activities on for the children. The outdoor area is also lovely. Lovely big light room. Would definitely recommend Pippins
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. Our kind, caring team carefully design fun and engaging activities for each age group to ensure that they nurture and support each stage of development. We take great pride in our outdoor space and ensure children spend as much time...
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. Our kind, caring team carefully design fun and engaging activities for each age group to ensure that they nurture and support each stage of development. We take great pride in our outdoor space and ensure children spend as much time outside as possible which is so important for both their mental and physical wellbeing. We provide regular Forest School sessions which help children connect with the natural world and build important skills like teamwork, confidence and independence.
We have been very happy with the care our daughter has had at Pippins. The staff are lovely and take great care of her. The setting and facilities are also beautiful. We always feel confident that she will have fun and be well looked after.
We have been very happy with the care our daughter has had at Pippins. The staff are lovely and take great care of her. The setting and facilities are also beautiful. We always feel confident that she will have fun and be well looked after.
Thank you for your review of Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. We're delighted to hear that you're so happy with the exceptional care and education your little one is receiving. Our warm, friendly team are so supportive and attentive to each child's individual needs, providing stimulating activities which nurture their development.
We feel so lucky to be able to send our daughter to Pippins, and she loves it too! It is the best nursery one could imagine - caring and competent staff, excellent activities and engagement for the kids, nutritious food, and a beautiful setting. We feel so fortunate to have such a wonderful nursery...
We feel so lucky to be able to send our daughter to Pippins, and she loves it too! It is the best nursery one could imagine - caring and competent staff, excellent activities and engagement for the kids, nutritious food, and a beautiful setting. We feel so fortunate to have such a wonderful nursery and would highly recommend it to others.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, knowledgeable team provide a variety of stimulating activities throughout the nursery day. Informed by our specially-designed education programmes, these provide plenty of fun, engaging and creative opportunities for learning....
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, knowledgeable team provide a variety of stimulating activities throughout the nursery day. Informed by our specially-designed education programmes, these provide plenty of fun, engaging and creative opportunities for learning. Children enjoy tasty, nutritious meals packed with delicious flavours that are prepared by our qualified nursery chef.
A fantastic nursery who go above and beyond to make the children’s experiences the best they can be. Our daughter has thrived since starting Pippins. The staff are all fantastic they leave great updates on the app and care for the children to the greatest level we could ask. Couldn’t recommend the...
A fantastic nursery who go above and beyond to make the children’s experiences the best they can be. Our daughter has thrived since starting Pippins. The staff are all fantastic they leave great updates on the app and care for the children to the greatest level we could ask. Couldn’t recommend the setting enough to anyone looking for a nursery in the area.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly team are so passionate about helping children to learn and grow. They provide exceptional care and education, really taking the time to get to know each child and build strong, supportive relationships with them.
Pippins Forest School Nursery has been a wonderful adventure for my toddler. He attends one day a week, and so to start he did naturally experience some sadness at the new experience. But each week I have been reassured by the staff as to how he is getting on. The staff advised me of some great...
Pippins Forest School Nursery has been a wonderful adventure for my toddler. He attends one day a week, and so to start he did naturally experience some sadness at the new experience. But each week I have been reassured by the staff as to how he is getting on. The staff advised me of some great suggestions for how I could help him adjust, and he looks forward to going each week now. The staff are caring and work with each child's different needs/personalities. I also like how the little ones are given autonomy wherever possible, which is so important. I would recommend Pippins Nursery based on my son's experience.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team provide the expert support that each child needs to feel happy, safe and secure whilst at nursery.
My daughter started Pippins in January and is loving it. The staff are kind, knowledgable and just amazing with the children. So glad we chose Pippins. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery in the area.
My daughter started Pippins in January and is loving it. The staff are kind, knowledgable and just amazing with the children. So glad we chose Pippins. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery in the area.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our kind, caring and supportive team are so passionate about helping children to learn and grow.
We have been delighted customers of Pippins, the team who care for our daughter and previously cared for our eldest daughter have genuinely felt like an extended part of our family. The environment is engaging, fun and nurturing.
We have been delighted customers of Pippins, the team who care for our daughter and previously cared for our eldest daughter have genuinely felt like an extended part of our family. The environment is engaging, fun and nurturing.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Children enjoy exceptional care and support from our dedicated nursery team in a warm, inclusive and nurturing nursery environment.
I just love this nursery so much! We had a not so great experience in another setting and Pippins has really raised the bar to our expectations. My son is so happy there and, as a parent, I feel supported and that we are working together as a team for his development. As a parent, that's all we can...
I just love this nursery so much! We had a not so great experience in another setting and Pippins has really raised the bar to our expectations. My son is so happy there and, as a parent, I feel supported and that we are working together as a team for his development. As a parent, that's all we can ask. Baby Pippins staff are so loving and caring, always smiling and ready to give updates on my child's day and development. Forest school is one of the best settings I have ever seen and I love seeing my little one having so much fun with new adventures every day.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's lovely to hear that your little one is so happy here! We take great pride in our facilities and the fantastic experiences they provide for the children. Maintaining effective communication with our families is so important in building strong, supportive partnerships between nursery and home.
We're so happy we chose Pippins as the nursery for our little boy. The amazing staff have been so caring, gentle and in tune with him as his sensitive soul took a little while to settle. And the activities, the way they talk so positively and lovingly about all the children, the garden and the...
We're so happy we chose Pippins as the nursery for our little boy. The amazing staff have been so caring, gentle and in tune with him as his sensitive soul took a little while to settle. And the activities, the way they talk so positively and lovingly about all the children, the garden and the beautiful setting definitely make it the right choice for us. We feel so lucky to be part of the Pippins Community!
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's lovely to hear that our team has been so brilliant with helping your little one to settle in! They really take the time to build supportive, nurturing relationships with each child.
I do appreciate this Pippins nursery because of the high standards but more than that I appreciate the fact that if you have emergency they find a solution and a place in the classroom for your baby/toddler.
I do appreciate this Pippins nursery because of the high standards but more than that I appreciate the fact that if you have emergency they find a solution and a place in the classroom for your baby/toddler.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly team is so passionate about providing exceptional childcare and education. They go above and beyond for the children in their care to ensure they all enjoy a fantastic nursery experience.
We really rate Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. It has been great for both of our children, and they have absolutely loved the baby room, classroom and forest school. The staff are very caring and provide excellent feedback at the end of each day. The food is also brilliant, and both children...
We really rate Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. It has been great for both of our children, and they have absolutely loved the baby room, classroom and forest school. The staff are very caring and provide excellent feedback at the end of each day. The food is also brilliant, and both children really enjoy the variety, often going in for seconds or thirds!
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that your little ones have enjoyed their time at our nursery and that you are happy with your experience. Your feedback will certainly be passed on to the nursery team!
We love Pippens. The children are happy, there is lots of variety for them, having both the Montessori and the forest school. The staff are kind and I feel confident in dropping both my children there 4 days a week. It’s very special.
We love Pippens. The children are happy, there is lots of variety for them, having both the Montessori and the forest school. The staff are kind and I feel confident in dropping both my children there 4 days a week. It’s very special.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so lovely to hear that your little ones are happy with us at nursery, and are enjoying our facilities. We offer a great variety of fun, stimulating activities and our fantastic education programmes which have been carefully designed to prepare children for the future.
My eldest went to Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool and I now have my 18-month-old there and he has been going since he was 10 months old. I can honestly say that every day I leave my son with his wonderful key worker. I have no doubts or worries about their care and know they’re giving him the...
My eldest went to Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool and I now have my 18-month-old there and he has been going since he was 10 months old. I can honestly say that every day I leave my son with his wonderful key worker. I have no doubts or worries about their care and know they’re giving him the best possible experience he could get in a nursery. He started off a bit nervous as he hadn’t been to many groups thanks to Covid, but he quickly settled in and has an amazing time. When I tell him in the morning it’s time to go to nursery, he runs to get his shoes and bag. I highly recommend them!
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Thank you for the very kind words about our team! They are incredibly passionate about helping children to learn and grow, and build warm, supportive relationships. We are so pleased to hear that the team have been helping your little one to thrive and is enjoying their time with us!
Would highly recommend Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool for both forest school and classroom. We are fortunate to be split between the two settings. Staff are extremely professional and attentive to the children. Very warm and welcoming. From the moment we first visited, we knew this was the...
Would highly recommend Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool for both forest school and classroom. We are fortunate to be split between the two settings. Staff are extremely professional and attentive to the children. Very warm and welcoming. From the moment we first visited, we knew this was the nursery for us. My daughter loves it and doesn’t give us a backwards glance when we drop her off.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s lovely to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time with us! We take great pride in our forest school facilities and the fantastic experiences it provides the children with. Our passionate team works hard to provide such a warm, welcoming and engaging environment, which is so important in helping children to thrive at nursery.
I couldn’t recommend a nursery more! Thank you for being so perfect. My boy came here and absolutely loved it! He grew a lot in his year at Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. He made some fantastic memories that he’ll never forget! Every session was really different and towards his start of school,...
I couldn’t recommend a nursery more! Thank you for being so perfect. My boy came here and absolutely loved it! He grew a lot in his year at Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool. He made some fantastic memories that he’ll never forget! Every session was really different and towards his start of school, the girls really focused on his transition there. Which was fantastic! My little girl now attends here and they’ve been so patient and amazing with helping her settle in. She had settling in sessions until she was ready to start properly! They’ve made her feel so at home and happy there. Every time she comes home I hear about the amazing things she’s learnt that day. Or friends/staff she’s spent time with! From the classroom and down at the yurt. She loves going to both! If you want a perfectly picturesque nursery with incredible staff, then look no further! The classroom and Forest school is nothing short of incredible. The staff are beyond lovely and helpful! I really can’t recommend Pippins enough.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s so great to hear that your family has had such a fantastic experience with us! Our education programmes aim to prepare children for the future, embedding positive life skills, behaviors, and attitudes. Providing a fun, warm, and nurturing...
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s so great to hear that your family has had such a fantastic experience with us! Our education programmes aim to prepare children for the future, embedding positive life skills, behaviors, and attitudes. Providing a fun, warm, and nurturing environment is so important, and our passionate team works so hard to ensure every child feels happy and supported at nursery. We take great pride in our facilities and the variety of stimulating and engaging activities they allow us to offer.
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With over 20 years of Early Years experience under her belt, Jo has a vast range of knowledge about what's needed to provide excellent childcare....
With over 20 years of Early Years experience under her belt, Jo has a vast range of knowledge about what's needed to provide excellent childcare. Most recently, she was a nanny for triplet girls and for the last few years has been a Nursery Manager. She is passionate about providing children with the best start to their learning journey before they start school, incorporating fun and forming strong bonds with the staff, children and parents in her setting.
Pippins, Colchester, a GrandirUK Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
Pippins, Colchester, a GrandirUK Day 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.
Pippins, Colchester, a GrandirUK Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 60 Children.
7.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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