Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells

15-17 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2DU
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9.4 32 Reviews
  • Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells
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.

Funding & Fees

Our Childcare Fees


Half-Day Sessions
(Morning: 7:30am – 1:00pm or Afternoon: 1:00pm – 6:30pm)
£48.00 per session


Full-Day Session
(7:30am – 6:30pm)
£83.00 per day


Standard Weekly Fees


Half-Day Sessions
1 day: £48.00
2 days: £96.00
3 days: £144.00
4 days: £192.00
5 days (full time): £240.00


Full-Day Sessions
1 day: £83.00
2 days: £166.00
3 days: £249.00
4 days: £332.00
5 days (full time): £415.00


Our fees are inclusive of all meals and snacks.
The minimum attendance we offer is 2 full days per week.
Funding: We offer 15 and 30 hours funded childcare for eligible families from 9 months old. We have a separate funding price list. For more information, please visit our website.

Why not visit the nursery to see our beautiful setting for yourself? Our nursery manager will be happy to discuss your requirements and answer any questions you may have.

Contact Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells to get a personalised quote.

Contact Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Leanne Smith (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 64

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • 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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has a car park directly outside their nursery so it is very easy to access their building.

Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells Reviews (32)

9.4

Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.404) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells has 32 reviews.

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very grateful and pleased with the level of care and interest in my child to learn new things.
I love the way the staff interact with the children.
My son always has a fantastic day, he is always keen to see the staff.
I am happy with the cleanliness. I enjoy seeing how excited the full moons
are while doing activities with staff.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your support and it's a pleasure to watch him learn and grow with us!
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Review from Andonis P (Father of Child) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery with very friendly and caring staff. We saw a huge development in all areas of our child after a short period of time.
A happy atmosphere is created for all kids to learn and grow.
Highly recommended.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your five-star review! It has been a pleasure to watch your child grow and learn and we wish your child all the best in their journey.
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Review from D K (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Banana Moon Day Nursery for over six months and she absolutely loves it. The staff are all very lovely and take excellent care of her. We have needed some flexibility in our childcare and the nursery has been very accommodating to our requests. Couldn't recommend this
nursery more!
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your five-star review! It has been a pleasure to watch her grow.
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Review from Samantha J (Grandmother of Child) published on 28 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter has grown into a confident, polite and kindhearted little girl. I am sure that the love and support she gets from the staff at Banana Moon have played a big part in this.
Her speech, comprehension and fine motor skills have improved so much since she started at Banana Moon.
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staff and children always have a smile; everyone is having a good time.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support, it's a pleasure to watch her develop and grow!
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Review from Daniel C (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined Banana Moon in January 2024, in March she turned 2 and transitioned into her class above. I was blown away by how smooth the transition was. My little girl was apprehensive at first but as soon as she enters her class she is immediately at ease as the staff are so attentive. We have
regular updates throughout her day, she is always handed back to us clean, happy and well-fed. My daughter attends Banana Moon two days a week but throughout the week she will talk about all staff and clearly has bonded brilliantly with the entire team. As a family we looked at many nurseries as there are a lot in our area, instantly we knew Banana Moon would be the perfect environment for our little girl. She is a bright girl but she has thrived since attending Banana Moon.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your support, she is a pleasure to look after and we have and are continuing to watch her develop and grow.
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Review from India R (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Banana Moon Day Nursery is a lovely nursery, everyone is so nice, welcoming and friendly. They are also very supportive and my child feels very safe and happy there, she talks about all the workers often at home. They’ve also supported her eating habits as I was afraid she would not eat but glad to
hear she is and she does much better at home as well.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support; it has been a pleasure to support and help you and your little one with the transition to banana moon, and we cannot wait to watch her develop and grow alongside us.
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Review from Sophie P (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such an amazing nursery so clean colourful fun and welcoming the staff are amazing, my son absolutely loves it they're always asking when he can go again the communication is great pictures and text messages throughout the day, I would recommend to anyone and everyone looking for a nursery!
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support; it has been a pleasure to support and help you and your little one with the transition to banana moon, and we cannot wait to watch him develop and grow alongside us.
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Review from Rebekah E (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy absolutely loves Banana Moon, I couldn’t recommend it enough. The staff are amazing and really go above and beyond. The nursery itself is big, bright and has a lovely garden! Meals are always nutritious and we always get regular updates throughout the day. Our son was at another nursery
for over a year and I can honestly say that we’re so glad we found Banana Moon and made the switch, he goes in and out every day with a smile on his face, excited for his day, which is something we struggled with before. Would highly recommend.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support; it has been a pleasure to watch your little one transition and be so happy here! We cannot wait to watch him develop and grow alongside us.
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We’ve had a wonderful experience with Banana Moon since our son started last month. The settling-in process was smooth and tailored to the individual and subsequently our son has settled in quickly with no issues. Since then he’s loved his nursery days. We are kept regularly updated with information
and photos which we love. There are a range of activities on offer both indoor and outdoor. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this nursery to others.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your 5-star review! It's been a pleasure to have your little one here with us and we are delighted you are so happy with your updates and the way he has settled! We can't wait to watch the rest of his journey! Thank you again for your support!
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Review from Ellie B (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I looked at 4 nurseries within Tunbridge Wells for my little girl. Banana Moon was my last look around before I gave up. I was sold right away. The nursery manager is wonderful, she is professional, down-to-earth and fun. It’s clear the children all love her. My 1 year old settled immediately as the
staff were all so attentive. They introduce her to great activities and have her enjoy every meal. She is handed back to me clean, happy, chatty and excited to show me new things she has learnt. I honestly couldn’t be happier!
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support; it has been a pleasure to support and help you and your little one with the transition into nursery life, and we cannot wait to watch her develop and grow alongside us.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team are amazing, the setting is great and I cannot give them enough praise! My son started 2 weeks ago and is struggling with separation anxiety yet the team are amazing at helping us both!
Professional, helpful and so caring. We get daily updates and photos which we also love.
Thank you, Banana
Moon, we have certainly made the right choice!
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsThank you so much for your continuous support, it has been a pleasure to support and help you and your little one with the transition into nursery life and we cannot wait to watch him develop and grow alongside us.
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Review from Lucy D (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter joined Banana Moon we have been nothing but impressed by all aspects of the school. The staff are excellent, not only caring but enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The security is first class as are the facilities. My daughter skips in every time she attends and doesn't always want to
leave as she enjoys it so much. I couldn't recommend it more highly.
Reply from ElleMae Wheeler, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge WellsWe are so grateful for your feedback! And we are so glad that you are happy with the care and education that your daughter is receiving at our nursery. We take great pride in our staff and their commitment to providing a loving and stimulating environment for all of our children. We look forward to continuing to provide her with the best possible care. Thank you!
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.404)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.404) out of 10 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.404 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is calculated as follows: ( (215 Excellents x 5) + (42 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (25 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 297 Ratings = 4.404
  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 Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells is based on 22 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 64 number of registered child places is 12.8, which has been reached with 22 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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Meet the Team (4)

Leanne

Leanne Smith

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2026

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

Lisa

Job Title: Nursery Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

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

Amy Carter

Job Title: Area Manager Joined: 2020

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.

Vishnu

Vishnu Thatishety

Job Title: Director

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.

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