Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery

Queens Park Community Nursery, Marlborough Road, Bedford MK40 4LE
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Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery provides children with the support and care they need to develop skills and grow in confidence.

Children are supported by trained staff who inspire and motivate children as they learn through play.   

Children have lots of fun developing social skills and learning about the world. At their nursery, children thrive in a setting where nature is part of everyday learning.

With plenty of garden space to run, play, and discover, outdoor areas are designed to spark curiosity and encourage exploration. From digging in the soil and planting flowers to spotting bugs and watching the seasons change, the garden is a living classroom where imagination grows.

They believe fresh air and green spaces are essential for healthy development, so they make the most of every sunny day outside. Whether it's messy play in the mud kitchen, story time under the trees, or quiet moments observing nature, their gardens provide a safe, stimulating environment for children to connect with the world around them.

They also place a strong focus on healthy eating. Meals and snacks are freshly prepared, balanced, and designed with young children's nutritional needs in mind. From wholesome breakfasts to energizing lunches and healthy treats, they ensure every child gets the nourishment they need to thrive.

Together, their garden spaces and nutritious food offerings support happy, healthy, and active early years.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Victoria Melloy (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 50

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Prices vary on sessions and funding, please speak to one of our senior team who will advise you on the fee structure depending on funding! Please click on the link to see the fee sheet https://blueorkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/29429-April-25-Fee-sheets-Blue-Orkids-Queens-Park.pdf

  • We are offering 15 hours funding for our 2 year old and for our 3 years old we are offering 15 and 30 hour funding. We also offer a hot lunch or packed lunch, prices may vary.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-16:00
    Tuesday 08:00-16:00
    Wednesday 08:00-16:00
    Thursday 08:00-16:00
    Friday 08:00-16:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • Parking on site

Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery Reviews (20)

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Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.771) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery has 20 reviews.

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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I found the nurserys to be clean and hygienic for the children. I witness this during stay and play sessions. Staff maintained high standards of hygiene with the kids i.e - washing hands when coming inside from outdoors, prior to snack time and general cleanliness of the room with so many young children.
Staff's engagement with the children was age appropriate and stimulating for their age development. Would recommend nursery to others.
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Review from S P (Father of Child) published on 7 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has been a wonderful experience for our son. From the moment we walked in for our initial visit, we were impressed by the welcoming atmosphere and the enthusiasm of the teachers. They have a fantastic approach to early years education, encouraging curiosity and independence through play-based
learning. Our daughter comes home every day excited to tell us about what he's learned and the friends he's made. The nursery fosters a strong sense of community, and we appreciate the opportunities for parent involvement. The staff are always approachable and willing to discuss our son's progress. The indoor and outdoor spaces are thoughtfully designed and provide a rich learning environment. We feel completely confident leaving our son in their care, knowing she is safe, happy, and learning so much. Bright Start truly lives up to its name!"
Amazing nursery with wonderful caring staff .
Thanks for everything.
Keep it up.
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Review from Sarah L (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending in the toddler room since September 2024. She is always very happy and excited to go into nursery each day. She talks very fondly of all the staff there and the children. She comes home with lots of happy things to say about what she has done that day. She has lots of
time outdoors playing and lots of songs and inside play making things to bring home to us.
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Review from C A (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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We couldn't be happier with our experience at blue orkids. From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, nurturing, and attentive to our son's individual needs. He absolutely loves going each day, and it's clear that he feels safe, happy, and stimulated in their care.
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environment is bright, clean, and full of wonderful learning opportunities-both structured and play-based. We've seen such positive development in his confidence, social skills, and communication since starting. The team does a fantastic job keeping us updated with daily reports, photos, and progress, which gives us peace of mind and helps us stay connected to his day.
We are truly grateful to have found such a supportive and loving nursery-it feels like an extension of our family. Highly recommend to any parents looking for a place where their little one will be genuinely cared for and encouraged to thrive.
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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Blue Orkids has been good. I went in this afternoon in regards to Mother's day play and stay. My son was very happy to see me come play with him at the nursery and quickly moved the car he and his friend was playing with to me. I am glad to see how happy they are. After playing for
a while, my son said 'read mummy' pointing to the rhyme cards pinned to a little board; saying teapot and pointing to 'I am a teapot' card. We read it and two other books on the nearby shelf. Then it was time to decorate the cupcakes. I was surprised my son knows exactly what to do after washing hands. I had a fun time. Thank you.
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Review from U R (Father of Child) published on 23 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter started here in January and has settled in well the staff have been excellent have taught her great values that she has brought home they always answer any questions or concerns you have. My daughter has some days where she has not settled the staff have invited me in to discuss and provided
an action plan which has put my mind at ease, also the app these update regularly and keep you informed on your child and any activities they are doing and I always look forward to seeing pictures of her having fun. I am very pleased with Blue Orkids and would recommend.
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Review from Sophie W (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My kids are happy, safe and love their nursery. Staff are friendly, easy to approach. Not a bad word to put.
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Review from Klaudia R (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't put into words how grateful I am that my son attends Blue Orkids in Queens Park. Compared to the previous facility, I have noticed significant progress in my child's development, communication with the facility is top priority, all information and updates are provided on time and the staff
are at the highest level. I wholeheartedly thank you for your work, because thanks to this I know that not only the child, but also me as a parent, have support during this journey called parenthood.
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Review from Faiza Z (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have seen so many activities in which my child has participated on the app and I really appreciated that he is learning so many basic skills of life. I have seen a huge change in his behaviour. He always goes to the nursery in a happy mode it means he feels secure and feels happy at your nursery.
Thank
you for your hard work and efforts.
I really appreciate it.
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Review from Evdokia S (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with the nursery is very very good.
All staff are very friendly, very cooperative, helpful.
The value of money I don't know if it is good because I have 2-year funding and generally for a nursery is too high the fees. I'm very happy that my kid is going to this nursery they take care
of her very much.
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Review from A O (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son goes to nursery at Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery, this nursery is lovely, the setting is beautiful, it's easy to get to and good parking. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and my little boy has really bonded with all of them, he always mentions how the teachers are his best
friends, he started in January and it is his first nursery. As you can imagine, we were worried how he would be going from full-time home to part-time nursery and has absolutely loved it, he has his bad days (behaviour-wise) but always wants to go back. I would 100% recommend this nursery, he learns how to share and how to play with kids, he tries new food, vegetables and fruits every day, he can play outside with the kids, he’s currently learning about mini beasts and it is making him very comfortable to play outside and seeing tiny creatures and not be scared. My son likes coming and learning here very much, couldn’t be happier with how they treat my son and make him feel safe and ourselves on pick ups and drop offs.
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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We’re extremely happy with our choice to send our son to Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery, he absolutely loves it! The staff are friendly, approachable and nurturing. It’s so reassuring when leaving your child there for the day because you know they’ll be in good hands.
Since starting last
September, my son has really developed. His language and social skills have improved greatly. They seem to keep him very busy with lots of fun and educational activities throughout the day. They have even helped with potty training! Communication is great through the app. My son has made some friends at the nursery and has a lovely bond with staff members! I also find the manager to be a great manager, she is very accommodating.
I would highly recommend this nursery to anybody looking for a home-from-home environment for their child!
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Review from J K (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It combines a family atmosphere and a rich educational offer. This is a place where you can confidently entrust your child to the professional care of very nice ladies with big hearts who will help you solve every big problem of a tiny person. My daughter enjoys coming here every day and surprises
me every day with new skills acquired during classes and other activities organized at the kindergarten.
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Review from K O (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The experience has been good so far for our daughter. She's making new friends and learning fast.
She always looks forward to going to school every morning to meet her friends and teachers. Thank you so much for taking good care of her.
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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is very happy and keen to come in every day. He smiles and tells me about what he does.
I'm quite happy with his behaviour and the way he talks about kids playing around.
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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy with the nursery and their service. Very caring and always happy to see us in the afternoons. My daughter has developed a lot in a short period of time. So happy to see this in my child, as she has just started in November.
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Review from P R (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to start of by saying that the nursery staff are lovely and polite and are able to help with any questions or queries that you ask. The nursery space itself is a clean and spacious place for your child to play and learn. There is a tidy area for your child to hang their bags and coats and
store any spare shoes/slippers. There is also a large play area outside with appropriate toys and learning activities. I am very happy with how my child is getting on. My child has really settled in and is happy to attend this nursery as well as us as parents.
I would like to thank all the members of staff that have really done an excellent job with making this nursery a safe and happy place for our children.
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Review from A I (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely environment, great and friendly staff, my daughter loves the place and she says that it's "the best school ever".
She enjoys all the activities and story time and she enjoys the time in the garden.
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 year old has settled in really well into the nursery. Staff have taken care to get to know her well and communicate effectively with us as parents. My daughter is happy to go to nursery and enjoys a range of indoor and outdoor activities including: sorting different colour items, stories and songs,
creative crafts, bikes, and the home corner. Staff have supported her to develop and practice skills such as using the pedals on the bike. The learning environment creates a lovely welcoming vibe for children to thrive and continues to be developed. Staff have supported my daughter to continue to use the toilet successfully. Staff are friendly and professional. The garden has a range of exciting equipment to promote play and develop gross motor skills.
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So far, I am really happy with the way the staff have been handling my child and making him feel comfortable, also for me as well, as I was struggling with a clingy child. I have seen a massive change in him where he is happy to be around people.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.771)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.771) out of 10 for Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery 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 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 4.771 for Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (153 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.771
  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 Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery 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 50 number of registered child places is 10, 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 Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery accepts?

Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery Open?

Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-16:00, Tuesday 08:00-16:00, Wednesday 08:00-16:00, Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-16:00.

How many Children does Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery have capacity for?

Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Blue Orkids @ Queens Park Community Nursery to the centre of Bedford?

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

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