Blooming Futures Daycare

Silver Street, Braintree CM7 4BP
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9.9 16 Reviews
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Blooming Futures Daycare offers a nurturing, play-rich environment rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, where children are seen as capable, curious, and full of potential. With thoughtfully designed spaces and a child-led curriculum which inspires exploration, creativity, and confident early learning through meaningful experiences and strong family connections.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Blooming Futures Daycare Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Louise Fraser (Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 26

Age Range

  • from 0 years 7 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • From: 2 school days 9-3pm, term-time only, government funded £0 fees or additional charges.

  • The new September 2025 working parents 30 hours funded childcare support offers significant savings for families, reducing nursery fees and easing financial pressures. This initiative allows eligible parents to access up to 30 hours of free childcare per week, leading to substantial cost reductions compared to previous rates. As a result, many families will experience a noticeable decrease in nursery expenses, making quality early childhood education more affordable and accessible, and supporting working parents in balancing their careers and family life.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-17:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Parking at Blooming Futures Daycare is conveniently available directly in front of the facility along the roadway. Additionally, there is available parking on the adjacent streets opposite the premises.

Blooming Futures Daycare Reviews (16)

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Blooming Futures Daycare has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.906) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blooming Futures Daycare has 16 reviews.

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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child went to Blooming Futures from 12- 24 months. She loved Park, Louise and staff and was very happy throughout her time. I loved the updates on the app and was always so happy to collect a smiling, excited toddler at the end of the day.
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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since my son starting with Blooming futures last year he has settled really well thanks to the lovely staff who have encouraged and nurtured him especially on his bad days. Their concept of learning and teaching is the reason I chose Blooming Futures at the start and they haven't disappointed. Isaac
enjoys the variety of activities available and he's always provided with nutricious food & snacks.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at blooming are so welcoming and very reassuring.
Leaving your child in someone else's care is so important to get right. I have made the right choice choosing blooming. They truly go above and beyond. The staff are so caring with my son and cater to his every need as well as making sure
we are happy.
They keep you updated and upload photos to the app. It's lovely to see what he gets up to.
I know they keep him busy as I see the girls setting up many activities. He loves it there!
Thankyou so much thar you have done for him already. You are truley an amazing team!
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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Blooming Futures has been a wonderful experience for our little girl. From the very start, the caring and dedicated staff have worked to make our child feel happy, safe, and supported every day. The nursery has a warm atmosphere and brilliant communication-daily updates and photos truly help us feel
involved and we love them!
The facilities are fantastic, especially the garden and the variety of activities that encourage learning and fun. Nutritious meals are always a highlight for our child, and we feel confident in the nursery's strong commitment to safety and wellbeing.
Our child is thriving, developing new skills, making friends, and comes home smiling every day. We would definitely recommend it!
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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Could not fault this nursery at all. My son is so excited to go each day. I've not had a bad experience with this nursery, all of the girls who work there are so lovely, kind and caring and do a fantastic job. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone in the local area.
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Review from Morgyn G (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not recommend Blooming Futures to other parents more. Our son runs into nursery excited everyday, what more could you ask for? Any issues we have had have been dealt with swiftly and efficiently.
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Review from Grace R (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommend Blooming futures to all parents and children. My son has had exceptional care from the start.
All the girls who work within the nursery do their best to insure he has had a great day whilst learning many new things. He has come on incredibly development wise and continues to learn
new skills at nursery, I particularly like that the nursery work with us and what we're doing at home to give my son the best experience.
My son always comes home smiling and telling everyone who's he's been playing with and what he's eaten that day which always smells and sounds delicious.
As parents my husband and I look forward to receiving our sons day through an app on our phones looking at pictures of what he's been doing and reading everything he has done and eaten.
I will not hesitate to send my new baby to this nursery as I know they will be well cared for as if they're in their own home.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Blooming Futures Daycare enough!
My daughter joined at 10 months old and is coming up to graduation and my son started last year at 11 months old. Both have learnt so much and always go in and come out with big smiles!!
They've made many friends & they tell us stories about what
they have done everyday.
The teachers have been amazing, caring and we are so so grateful for them! They go above and beyond for my children and couldn't ask for more.
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Review from Chloe M (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter attends Blooming Futures and we couldn't be happier. The care, learning, and overall environment are exceptional. The setting is clean, safe, and beautifully designed with fantastic outdoor space. She is thriving thanks to the well-structured, engaging activities and excellent learning
support. The staff are kind, professional, and truly invested in each child. Resources and equipment are stimulating, and the food provided is healthy and well-balanced. Management is responsive and communicates clearly with parents, while safeguarding is taken seriously and handled with great care. We feel completely confident leaving her here each day, knowing she is safe, happy, and developing wonderfully. We feel very lucky to have found Blooming Futures. My daughter is happy, learning, and flourishing - we couldn't ask for more.
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Review from Molly G (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since March 2024, and her progress since she's started the nursery has been brilliant, she absolutely loves the nursery so much it's so lovely.


The staff are all so friendly & amazing, they all care for the children so much and all go above and beyond!


We love seeing the daily diary updates with all the pictures, what they have to eat, what they've done.


The food they get served at the nursery is outstanding, it all sounds incredible!!


They have a lovely big garden, growing their own fruit and vegetables and lots of space for so many activities.


Simply cannot recommend this nursery, thankyou all so much for being like our second family & for helping my daughter strive!!

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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl attended this nursery she loved the friendly staff who go over and beyond, they took good care of her she was so happy I loved seeing her bonds and friendships she formed with staff and children she really enjoyed all the activities they done from cooking, painting, messy play and garden
play in their gorgeous outdoor space. It's a friendly warm nursery, home from home vibe my little girl learnt so much helped her development and getting school ready 100% recommend this nursery to anybody.
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Review from J O (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We would thoroughly recommend Blooming Futures to parents choosing their child's nursery. The staff are so friendly, attentive and enthusiastic. They offer a nutritious seasonal menu encouraging the children to try varied flavours and textures.
Great facilities and outdoor space, they offer plenty
of different themed activities to engage the children and are focused on encouraging the children to explore and develop.
They're a really lovely team, 5*!
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Review from Laura K (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my young children attend this nursery and they absolutely love it! Every day is full of fun, with so many different activities to keep them engaged and excited. From creative arts and crafts to outdoor play and learning games, there's always something new going on - they come home buzzing with
stories.


What really stands out is how friendly and welcoming everyone is. The staff are brilliant - caring, approachable, and genuinely invested in the children's happiness and development. It's such a lovely environment, and I feel completely confident leaving my little ones there knowing they're in great hands.


We're so happy we chose this nursery - it's been a fantastic experience for our whole family, I'd highly recommend it to anyone else.

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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Blooming Futures to anyone who is looking for a setting where their child will be excellently cared for and educated in an enjoyable and varied way.
The staff are brilliant and the resources are fantastic.
The children enjoy a variety of activities during their day, including
baking, sports, phonics, reading stories, imaginative play and sometimes trips to the local park or nearby countryside to see the animals.
The staff provide detailed feedback and updates to parents which includes daily photographs and key information about what your child has eaten. The food is healthy and my sons eat well there so it must be delicious too!
We cannot thank the staff enough for all that they have done for our son (who has been at the setting for over two years) and all they continue to do for our baby. Our son has thrived at nursery and has learnt so much - the staff have put a huge effort into helping him learn and develop. Thank you!
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Review from H K (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, brilliant with send children. Go above and beyond to support learning and overall development. Lots of lovely activities and things to do each day. Healthy lunches.
Lovely staff so helpful and friendly. They all go the extra mile
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Review from C A (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the nursery since the day it opened and has just had his final day due to starting school. I would recommend this nursery to anyone. All staff are so kind, caring and attentive. They have always offered a yummy and nutritious menu, so many fun and educational activities. They encourage
wonderful friendships between the children. Safety is paramount from entry and exit, to any daily occurrences. All staff go over and above to ensure the happiness of your child and reassurance for you, as a parent. My son loved each and every member of staff and I trust them to love and care for my child when I cannot. Five-star team! Thank you to all of you.
Reply from P Blackbeard, Director at Blooming Futures Daycare
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was our absolute pleasure watching and supporting his growth. Good luck in big school! You will be missed.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.906)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.906) out of 10 for Blooming Futures Daycare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.906 for Blooming Futures Daycare is calculated as follows: ( (174 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.906
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Blooming Futures Daycare is based on 16 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    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 26 number of registered child places is 5.2, which has been reached with 16 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 Blooming Futures Daycare

What is the Age Range of Children that Blooming Futures Daycare accepts?

Blooming Futures Daycare accepts Children aged from 0 years 7 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Blooming Futures Daycare Open?

Blooming Futures Daycare is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-17:00.

How many Children does Blooming Futures Daycare have capacity for?

Blooming Futures Daycare has capacity for a total of 26 Children.

How far is Blooming Futures Daycare to the centre of Braintree?

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

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