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Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is a beautiful purpose built building that opened in October 2023, it offers care for children aged from three months to five years.
The setting is individually owned and operated, with an experienced management team leading the day to day operations. They ensure that excellent, talented and highly committed staff provide a safe and loving environment for children to grow and build solid foundations...
Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is a beautiful purpose built building that opened in October 2023, it offers care for children aged from three months to five years.
The setting is individually owned and operated, with an experienced management team leading the day to day operations. They ensure that excellent, talented and highly committed staff provide a safe and loving environment for children to grow and build solid foundations for the next chapter in their life. The nursery aims to develop a culture of continuous improvement and create a happy, well qualified and motivated team.
Staff always take the needs and views of its parents very seriously to ensure the best learning and playing environment is created for children to grow and develop in. A safe and secure playground compliments the indoor facilities of Banana Moon day nursery, and an in-house kitchen is used to create nutritious and healthy daily meals.
Within the Babymoon room there is a separate sleep room where babies can get some undisturbed rest within a safe and cosy space.
Security is a high priority at Banana Moon. They have a ‘fingerprint’ biometric access system in place and CCTV is in place throughout the nursery. This added security is there for the protection and peace of mind of children, staff and parents.
To help share your child’s development and to make communicating with parents informative and easy, their Parent App is available to download from the App Store or Google Play.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year or Term Time
Minimum attendance
- 2 days per week
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Banana Moon Day Nurseries
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Leanne Smith (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 14
Total Places for Children
- 64
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday07:30-18:30
- Tuesday07:30-18:30
- Wednesday07:30-18:30
- Thursday07:30-18:30
- Friday07:30-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Parking
- Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has a car park directly outside.
Funding & Fees
Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place
£531/ month
Extras: Full Day: £22.00 (consumables for Meals are £15, Non food consumable: £7.00). Half Days: £13.50 (consumables for Meals are £8.90, Non food consumable: £4.60). Additional services- 7.30-8.00: £8.00. Additional services- 6.00-6.30: £8.00.
Extras: Full Day: £22.00 (consumables for Meals are £15, Non food consumable: £7.00). Half Days: £13.50 (consumables for Meals are £8.90, Non food consumable: £4.60). Additional services- 7.30-8.00: £8.00. Additional services- 6.00-6.30: £8.00.
Additional hourly rate: £13.00
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
9 months to 2 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year
How this price scales (per month)
0.5 days per week
£47
3 days per week
£531
5 days per week
£1,237
Adjust for your situation
What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 7:30am to 6:30pm (11 hours)
- 22.4 funded hours used per week. Remaining hours charged privately.
- Included in this price: Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch and Snacks
- You may need to provide everyday consumables, such as nappies, wipes and sun cream
Price without government funding: £1,058 / month (£83 / day)
If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info
- £527/month more than the funded price.
- This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.
About this price
How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- Working parents of children aged 9 months to 2 years can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 51 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
- This nursery applies up to 10 funded hours per day, stretched across 51 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 22.4 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells Reviews (37)
Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.343) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has 37 reviews.
Both of our daughters go to this nursery and they love it. Really attentive staff, regular updates on the app, and go above and beyond with things like stay and play, parent's evenings and charity events.
Both of our daughters go to this nursery and they love it. Really attentive staff, regular updates on the app, and go above and beyond with things like stay and play, parent's evenings and charity events.
Thankyou for your kind words and appreciation! We are so pleased you are all enjoying your time with Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells!
My daughter enjoys the nursery. She learned a lot of things. Staff are very caring and cordial. They love my daughter and take care of her, my daughter is very happy with the nursery. Mostly I like the diary, I can see most of the day activities and information via the diary and can see the photos...
My daughter enjoys the nursery. She learned a lot of things. Staff are very caring and cordial. They love my daughter and take care of her, my daughter is very happy with the nursery. Mostly I like the diary, I can see most of the day activities and information via the diary and can see the photos as well. I'm very pleased with that.
we are so glad that our live app is a favourite!
Teachers help with my kid daily routin and stop using the pacifier.
Teachers help with my kid daily routin and stop using the pacifier.
We are so pleased that you are happy with our service
Very clean and nice environment for children. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. My daughter loves to spend time there. She enjoy playing with the keepers. They're very friendly. Definitely recommend to others.
Very clean and nice environment for children. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. My daughter loves to spend time there. She enjoy playing with the keepers. They're very friendly. Definitely recommend to others.
Thankyou for your kind words and review!We are so pleased that you are happy with our service provided.
Our daughter loves coming to this nursery. The staff have created strong, positive bonds with her. It's clear they know her well and go out of their way to make sure she has a positive day. We've noticed a significant improvement in her development from the regular interaction with other children....
Our daughter loves coming to this nursery. The staff have created strong, positive bonds with her. It's clear they know her well and go out of their way to make sure she has a positive day. We've noticed a significant improvement in her development from the regular interaction with other children. The menu has variety and the food is high quality. The onsite garden means she gets regular outside time within nursery grounds.
Thankyou for your kind words and review. It is highly appreciated
I am happy to see the nursery is having a positive progression on my son learning and communication skills. Staff there are lovely and great with my son. The staff is also very approachable and easy to deal with issues arise.
I am happy to see the nursery is having a positive progression on my son learning and communication skills. Staff there are lovely and great with my son. The staff is also very approachable and easy to deal with issues arise.
Thankyou. We are so thrilled that your child is thriving at our setting!
The Nursery have been amazing my Daughter has been there for 2 years and will sadly be leaving for school this year. I cannot fault the Nursery from the Management team to the lovely room staff who strive every session to make it a great and happy learning experience for my girly. Love you guys
The Nursery have been amazing my Daughter has been there for 2 years and will sadly be leaving for school this year. I cannot fault the Nursery from the Management team to the lovely room staff who strive every session to make it a great and happy learning experience for my girly. Love you guys
Thankyou so much for your kind words and appreciation. We wish your daughter all the best at school this year!
She comes home smiling every...
She comes home smiling every day, and we always look forward to hearing about the fun and happy moments she's had.
A special mention to the staff as well - they are incredibly kind, supportive, and professional, which gives us great peace of mind as parents. Highly recommend!
Thankyou for your kind words and we are so pleased your daughter is having a truly positive experience!
We are so happy with our experience at Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells. Our daughter is very well cared for, and it truly feels like a second home for her. Since starting at the nursery, she has become so engaged with her peers, and it's been wonderful to see her confidence and social skills grow.
We are so happy with our experience at Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells. Our daughter is very well cared for, and it truly feels like a second home for her. Since starting at the nursery, she has become so engaged with her peers, and it's been wonderful to see her confidence and social skills grow.
Thankyou for your kind words. We are so pleased that you are happy with our service!
We have both our girls in the nursery, and our eldest has been there for 2 years. This year they have had a big change in staff, including the management. There has been a notable (positive) change at the nursery and I complete feel at ease sending my daughter's there. The staff are lovely and the...
We have both our girls in the nursery, and our eldest has been there for 2 years. This year they have had a big change in staff, including the management. There has been a notable (positive) change at the nursery and I complete feel at ease sending my daughter's there. The staff are lovely and the girls love going.
Thankyou so much for your kind words and noticing the impact that these changes have had on the nursery. We are thrilled!
Banana Moon is a great nursery! The staff and management are really good now, considering the hard time they had during the Christmas period and before, but they managed to pull through very well. My daughter is very happy and enjoys every day in the nursery. The food is good, the activities they...
Banana Moon is a great nursery! The staff and management are really good now, considering the hard time they had during the Christmas period and before, but they managed to pull through very well. My daughter is very happy and enjoys every day in the nursery. The food is good, the activities they are doing are great and very engaging! Thank you, all and well done!
Thankyou for your kind words and review of Banana Moon Tunbridge wells. We are so glad you are happy with our service.
Despite some challenges the nursery has overcome them and is now better than ever!
The team are amazing and the facilities are great - she absolutely loves the garden and the arts and crafts.
Only...
Despite some challenges the nursery has overcome them and is now better than ever!
The team are amazing and the facilities are great - she absolutely loves the garden and the arts and crafts.
Only improvement I would suggest is more challenging activities - counting, alphabet, music and behaviour/manners lessons would be amazing for my daughter for sure!
I would highly recommend this nursery!
Thankyou so much for your kind words and reflection of improvement over the last months. We are so pleased that you are happy with our service!
My daughter has been attending for over a year now. There have been a lot of changes since December, and my daughter is happier than ever being there. All the staff are attentive and welcoming, supporting her with her development. Loads of activities throughout the day and yoga! My daughter looks...
My daughter has been attending for over a year now. There have been a lot of changes since December, and my daughter is happier than ever being there. All the staff are attentive and welcoming, supporting her with her development. Loads of activities throughout the day and yoga! My daughter looks forward to going every time.
I'm happy my daughter attends this nursery and recommend others to try it out.
Thankyou so much for taking the time for reviewing us and you can see the positive impact that the changes have made. We are so pleased you are happy with our service.
Alway short of staff , staff never know what and how you child has been, This nursery has not form early year's education they do not teach the basics that a child requires for primary school. They have no healthy meal options or proper meals at all my child...
Alway short of staff , staff never know what and how you child has been, This nursery has not form early year's education they do not teach the basics that a child requires for primary school. They have no healthy meal options or proper meals at all my child would come home and go through the whole fridge eating everything she could see. This nursery is HIGHLY UNSAFE AND PRESENTS EMOTIONALLY ABUSE ON KIDS BY TELLING THEM NOT TO TELL KEY INFORMATION TO THEIR OWN PARENTS( when they have been hurt) IN WAYS SUCH AS DONT TELL MUMMY AND DADDY YOU WILL MAKE THEM UPSET AND CRY as they have been doing to mine. My child would always come home with unexplained bruises all my child body. This so called nursry habe cause massive trauma to my child with which we are still trying to deal with now. PARENTS, IF YOU LOVE YOUR CHILDREN STAY AWAY FROM THIS NURSERY. ALSO OFSTED, IF YOU'RE ABLE TO SEE ALL OUR REVIEWS WE ASK YOU TO CLOSE THIS HELLHOLE OF A NURSERY DOWN
We did experience a temporary period where...
Providing a well-run, supportive and safe nursery environment that caters to the needs of all the children in our care is extremely important to us, and we want to ensure all parents that these points have been taken seriously and thoroughly investigated.We did experience a temporary period where long-term sickness and wider recruitment difficulties presented staffing challenges. These issues have now been fully resolved, and we have successfully welcomed several new team members who are valuable additions to the nursery and maintain the quality, consistency and care we’re committed to providing.
The government’s early years foundation stage (EYFS) framework is embedded into our curriculum, which is thoughtfully planned to support each child’s individual learning and development. This includes ensuring children are well-prepared for their transition into primary school. We keep parents closely informed about their child’s day through our Banana Moon Parent App and daily diaries, which are used consistently to share updates, care information and key observations.
We have also reviewed our menus to ensure they are fresh, balanced meals are provided daily, ensuring children receive healthy and appropriate food options.
We’re highly concerned about the comments suggesting the nursery is unsafe or that emotional abuse has taken place. These are very serious allegations. We maintain comprehensive hazard logs, and daily room risk assessments are carried out to identify, manage and minimise potential risks. All incidents are recorded and shared with parents in line with our policies.
We have met with a member of the family to discuss these concerns in detail. Following a full investigation, we have now concluded the process and shared the outcome with the family.
We remain fully committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment for every child in our care.
We wish you all the best.
My daughter had been going to Banana Moon since the beginning and we were happy up until a few months ago. However the nursery has become extremely unreliable. Myself and other parents have recently taken our children out and gone to other nurseries. There have been staff shortages resulting in...
My daughter had been going to Banana Moon since the beginning and we were happy up until a few months ago. However the nursery has become extremely unreliable. Myself and other parents have recently taken our children out and gone to other nurseries. There have been staff shortages resulting in last minute closures for the majority of December. I had also found out that they had been putting my daughter in nappies despite being potty trained in order to make their lives easier to manage the limited staff. None of the original team are there and the last few months there seemed to be an influx of staff leaving and the nursery have officially declared staff shortage issues. We were promised a new manager in January who is no longer joining. The nursery has gone downhill and I would not recommend this nursery.
Regarding the closures in December, these measures were...
We’re very sorry to hear this and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. Providing a well-run, supportive nursery environment that caters to the needs of all the children in our care is extremely important to us.Regarding the closures in December, these measures were implemented to ensure we always remain fully compliant with the required adult-to-child ratios and to ensure adequate supervision. We also experienced a temporary closure due to local water supply issues, which affected many businesses in the area. Unfortunately, this resulted in no running water on site, making it unsafe for us to operate. The decision to close was made to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of the children and staff. We would also like to apologise for the miscommunication that resulted in a nappy being used during sleep time – all new team members have now been fully briefed on individual care requirements.
It’s important to us that we appoint the right candidate as Nursery Manager to further strengthen our leadership team, and we are optimistic about appointing someone in the near future.
We’re glad to hear that your time with us has mostly been positive. Once again, we apologise that your more recent experience did not meet your expectations. We wish you all the best.
Not impressed with this nursery at all. It's shameful how poorly its run. My daughter currently still attends this place and we considering other alternatives. First about the first term(year) of her being there they never told us that was days that are cheaper or free days for those with low...
Not impressed with this nursery at all. It's shameful how poorly its run. My daughter currently still attends this place and we considering other alternatives. First about the first term(year) of her being there they never told us that was days that are cheaper or free days for those with low income instead for nearly a whole year they charged us £180 a month after us saying we don't think they could afford the increase they later then told us about Wednesday and Fridays being free days. Why on earth this is something your not telling parents beforehand is outrageous. But then again its a franchise and they care more about money then your children. Then on November 19th they was closed for staff training this wouldn't normally be a problem but they told us less then 24 hours before closing. They have also denied our child coming in because of lack of staff but allowed some children in how do you decide who comes in and who doesn't. Very poorly run very expensive stay clear
We're very sorry to hear this and appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns with us. Providing a well-run, supportive nursery environment is extremely important to us. We're committed to working closely with parents, and we value feedback to help maintain high standards at Banana Moon...
We're very sorry to hear this and appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns with us. Providing a well-run, supportive nursery environment is extremely important to us. We're committed to working closely with parents, and we value feedback to help maintain high standards at Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells.Regarding the points raised about term fees, the manager who was in the post at the time is no longer with the nursery, which means we're unfortunately unable to fully clarify what was discussed previously. However, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you directly so we can provide clear and transparent information and ensure everything is fully explained.
In relation to recent closures, the nursery was closed for one day on 19 November due to a staff training day. This was necessary to support a number of new team members and ensure appropriate standards of care. On 21 November, the nursery closed from 1pm and no children remained on site.
We also understand your concerns regarding staffing levels. We'd like to clarify that during a particularly challenging period, some parents were asked whether they could voluntarily reduce sessions to help us manage staffing capacity. Participation was entirely optional, and no child was prioritised over another. That said, we'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss your specific experience further so we can fully understand and address your concerns.
We remain fully committed to providing a safe, reliable and nurturing environment for all our families and would welcome the chance to talk this through with you at a time that suits you.
I'm very satisfied with the nursery. My daughter like going there. She has an excelent relationship with her key person and other carers in her group.
I'm very satisfied with the nursery. My daughter like going there. She has an excelent relationship with her key person and other carers in her group.
Thankyou for your kind words. It is a great pleasure to hear your review
The team are really brilliant at building relationships with the children, as well as always discussing what's been done that day, what the...
The team are really brilliant at building relationships with the children, as well as always discussing what's been done that day, what the children have been up, eaten and the interactions they have.
I really enjoy receiving the updates about the day with pictures, so I can see what my little one gets up to.
The rooms are filled with lots of toys and engaging activities for them to do. And they go out into the garden almost daily, which my child loves. I like that the children get time to socially engage with their own age group, but also those in other rooms, building on those crucial skills of multi interaction levels.
Thankyou for your own going support and review! She is a pleasure to watch and grow :)!
Love the fact you can get updates and photos of your child through the nursery app too! Gives me piece of mind and is lovely to see what...
Love the fact you can get updates and photos of your child through the nursery app too! Gives me piece of mind and is lovely to see what they get up too when I am working!
Very happy with the nursery, so is my child.
No complaints & thank you all
Thankyou so much for your on going support, it is a pleasure to watch her grow everyday with us :)
Banana Moon is a lovely nursery with staff who go above and beyond to make sure my little boy is happy and feels comforted and safe. The staff are so attentive and communication is great, we are updated throughout the day with a snapshot of how his day has been and the activities he has been up to....
Banana Moon is a lovely nursery with staff who go above and beyond to make sure my little boy is happy and feels comforted and safe. The staff are so attentive and communication is great, we are updated throughout the day with a snapshot of how his day has been and the activities he has been up to. They are supportive and encouraging and continuously helping my little one to achieve different milestones. A fantastic place that is also very flexible and accommodating.
Thankyou for your on going support, it is a pleasure to look after your little one and watch him develop and grow!
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- 17 Jul 2026
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Meet the Team (4)

Leanne is our Nursery Manager and holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. She is a...
Leanne is our Nursery Manager and holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. She is a highly valued member of our team and plays a key part in creating a positive and nurturing environment for everyone.
In her role as Nursery Manager, Leanne oversees the day-to-day running of the nursery, supporting staff, children, and families to ensure a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Her friendly and approachable nature helps build strong relationships with families, while her leadership supports and inspires the team.
Leanne is passionate about providing high-quality care and education, guiding the team to deliver engaging learning experiences. She is committed to maintaining high standards across the nursery and is always looking for ways to improve and enhance the experience for children and families.
Kind, organised, and dedicated, Leanne is a trusted leader who ensures the nursery is a happy, safe, and inspiring place for children to grow and develop.

Lisa is our Deputy Manager and Wellbeing Champion, with over 15 years of experience in early years and a Level 3 qualification in Childcare. She is a...
Lisa is our Deputy Manager and Wellbeing Champion, with over 15 years of experience in early years and a Level 3 qualification in Childcare. She is a much-loved and valued member of our team.
In her role as Deputy Manager, Lisa supports the day-to-day running of the nursery and works closely with children, families, and staff to help create a warm, safe, and happy environment where children can thrive. Her calm and friendly nature helps children feel settled and confident, and she is always on hand to support both families and the team.
As our Wellbeing Champion, Lisa is passionate about supporting emotional wellbeing across the nursery. From checking in with staff to supporting children’s emotional development and creating a positive atmosphere, Lisa always goes the extra mile.
Kind, approachable, and dedicated, Lisa is a reassuring presence for families and a fantastic role model for our team.

Amy has over 19 years of experience in the early years sector and over 11 years of management experience. She holds the Early Years Teacher Status...
Amy has over 19 years of experience in the early years sector and over 11 years of management experience. She holds the Early Years Teacher Status and a BA Honours Early Childhood Studies Degree at Level 6. Amy also holds Level 2 & 3 qualifications in early years education, as well as many other vital courses and training, i.e.
Pediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, and Safeguarding. She has a passion for working with children and has done so since a very young age. She thrives on leading a team to create a high-quality and outstanding learning environment for children to flourish.

As a parent of young children, choosing a nursery is one of the most important and hardest decisions you face – and, as a parent myself, I have gone...
As a parent of young children, choosing a nursery is one of the most important and hardest decisions you face – and, as a parent myself, I have gone through it.
That’s why, at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells, the reassurance you feel when leaving your child in our capable hands is of utmost importance to us. We take care to provide them with the best education during their early years, in a safe and fun environment. As the Director, I ensure that our talented and highly committed staff provide a safe and loving environment in which your child can grow. We know that if our children are happy, our parents are happy, and we are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement, creating a happy, well-qualified and motivated team.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells
What is the Age Range of Children that Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells accepts?
Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells Open?
Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.
How many Children does Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells have capacity for?
Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has capacity for a total of 64 Children.
How far is Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells to the centre of Tunbridge Wells?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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