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Puffins at Westcliff

The School Bungalow, First Avenue, Dawlish EX7 9RA
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Puffins at Westcliff, Dawlish
Puffins at Westcliff, Dawlish
Puffins at Westcliff, Dawlish

Puffins at Westcliff provides a safe and engaging environment for children to enjoy their day at nursery and learn about the world around them. The nursery is in an old school bungalow and open in May 2025.

Staff are qualified to provide a high level of care and boost children's learning and social skills through play.

The secure nursery also has two garden areas and a soft play space which children...  

Funding & Fees

Funded Childcare
If you are eligible for 15 or 30 hours of funded childcare, these can be flexible and scheduled according to availability.
Additional hours outside of your funded entitlement are charged at the applicable rates below.
Chargeable Rates (Non-Funded Sessions)
9–23 Months:
Hourly Rate: £10.38

Daily Rate: £85 (7.30am-6pm)

2–3 Years:

Hourly Rate: £7.76

3–4 Years:
Hourly Rate: £6.80
Full-Time Discount

A 10% discount is applied for full-time bookings (8 hours per day or more)

Contact Puffins at Westcliff to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Abigail (Childcare Centre Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 40

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Puffins at Westcliff Reviews (14)

9.8

Puffins at Westcliff has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.838) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Puffins at Westcliff has 14 reviews.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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The communication is amazing at this nursery we love the daily updates. I have 1 child in preschool and 1 in under 3 and they both love coming here and are doing amazing. The staff couldn't do enough.

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Review from P W (Father of Child) published on 2 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Really friendly. My daughter and I feel at ease. All staff go above and beyond. It's also a clean, fun place for the children to spend the day. I really feel that my daughter develops a lot from going to Puffins. I can't recommend enough!

Reply from Gabriella Rourke, Office Manager at Puffins at Westcliff

Thank you for leaving us this lovely review! It is greatly appreciated.

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Review from Sam R (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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Puffins is an amazing nursery my child has been going since it opened. Sophie and Evie have been absolutely amazing! Along with all the other workers aswell and manager Abbie is great. My child is always happy to go into nursery infact she can not wait to get in, she has so much fun they do so much for her and they are so informative and so kind and caring I just love it. I am so happy with the care they provide. I actually don't have any negatives to say and I will be so sad when she leaves in August to start primary school. Keep doing what your doing puffins at westcliff because your all amazing and superstars

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Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My two children have been attending here since September 2025. My daughter started at 11 months and my son at 2.5 years. After the initial separation anxiety, they love it. This morning they both headed in eagerly with hugs for the staff, almost forgetting to even say bye to me.

They always come out happy. They have built a lot of confidence and are very social children wherever we go.

I was very anxious about having to put them in nursery but i needn't have worried as they enjoy it so much.

The staff in all areas, baby, bumblebees and preschool have been brilliant.

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Review from Emilia J (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending puffins in Dawlish for 5 months now. He absolutely loves it, he settled in very quickly. The staff and management have been very accommodating and helpful from day one and this has only got better. The communication is great and as parents we really get a feel of what our child has been doing and up to in the days. Since our boy has attending he patience, speech, eating and play has becoming so much better and he is picking up things so well, the nursery are so positive and really want the best for the children there. I cannot fault Puffins's what so ever. Every member of staff in the pre school room has been amazing with him but especially Evie, Sophie, Louise and Amy. Abi has also been so understanding with us and our son and doing so much to support us and him. I cannot thank them enough or recommend them enough.

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Review from Joanne H (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little one has been going to puffins at Westcliff for a year now and absolutely loves going there. There are so many activities to challenge them and help them learn. The indoor and outdoor setting are wonderful and it's a joy to see how my little one is thriving every day. I feel that puffins has contributed immensely to his development and socialisation skills. He loves all the staff that look after him, but has a particular fondness for Emily his key worker and can't stop saying her name at every opportunity. He loves his food and enjoys the variety of healthy, balanced meals he gets there. I would Highly recommend puffins at westcliff to anyone that is thinking of sending there little ones to nursery.

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Review from Ellen W (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2026 Submitted via Website
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My Daughter started at Puffins five months ago and I've been amazed at how her confidence has grown and speech has come on since she started. Most importantly she loves her nursery days, she's always happy to go in and comes out singing new songs. I love the app, seeing photos of what she's been up to means we can talk about her day when she gets home. I can't fault the care and attention she gets and knowing that's she's happy allows me to get on with my work without any worries. Thank you to the whole team at Westcliff.

Reply from Gabriella Rourke, Office Manager at Puffins at Westcliff

Thank you for your review, it is lovely to read and very much appreciated!

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Review from Chloe W (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at puffins in the under 3's and the team have been fantastic. Sophie has been exceptional with the transition for my daughter who has found it hard to part with me, as well as myself and has been nothing but supportive. They are all absolutely brilliant and I can't fault them! Thank you so much. Highly recommend nursery x

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Review from Daisy F (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both my girls have settled into puffins so well and are happy and excited to attend their sessions! We have quickly noticed how much they are learning and developing in their communication & new skills each week. We love how good the staff are at commmunicating with us and updating the app with what they have been up to. Very impressed & highly recommend!

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Review from Jody J (Father of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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So to be completely honest, & after the most difficult year,, with the loss of pre-schooling @ Little Swans, Puffins have made both my sons (Jago & Monty) school life's AWESOME ! In such a short period the change in them is so positive, I cannot be more pleased with the level of care, love & eye for detail, it is exemplary..Jago has now transitioned into foundation WC he is totally ready for his school learning journey..
Monty has another 12months @Puffins & will be exactly the same, or even more ready with having a full year!
Just want to say a massive Thankyou to all the team, especially Evie who been there throughout Jago nursery & preschool..
And to Abbey, your professionalism whilst being personable in this very difficult job, as head mistress, has made me feel total trust in you & your team, just puts any anxiety at ease to leave my two most precious boys with you & enables me to concentrate on my work knowing they are totally safe in your care
Thank you for everything x

JJ

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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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When we moved house I was most nervous about settling my 1 and 3 year old into a nursery together where they would be happy and thrive. They were so happy with their old nursery, it was a tall order. I did so much research and found puffins as our strongest contender.
The settling sessions went so well (both my little ones are used to nursery) but the moment they started, puffins started to exceed my expectations. Both my kids love going to nursery (my 3 year old asks to go back in as soon as she is out) so I couldn't ask for better.

The staff are so professional kind and caring. I couldn't have hoped for better!

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Review from Katie C (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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Puffins west cliff are a fantastic nursery and preschool. My two daughters attend, and I could not ask for more from the staff. They are so engaged, friendly, and the communication is excellent. I get photos from every session and reports on their learning, worlds away from the previous setting my eldest was at. The rooms are bright and clean, well organised, lots of activities going on, lovely meals, and with a big garden to play in.
I was nervous sending in my 2 year old as she likes to be with me, but she has run in every day for the last six months, and always keen to go. They have made her so welcome, so content, it's been a dream as Mum.

The best nursery in our area, no question!

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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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My little boy started at Puffins a few months ago, and from the very beginning the experience has been extremely positive. As a parent, I was naturally a little anxious, especially with him being only two years old and very attached to me, but the transition has been far smoother than I expected.

In a short space of time, his confidence and speech have developed remarkably, which I credit to the supportive and nurturing environment the nursery provides. The staff are professional, approachable, and consistently keep parents well informed about their child's day, including any incidents or achievements. They are also very accommodating whenever changes to sessions or timings are needed.

Puffins offers a safe, fun, and engaging setting where children can thrive. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to other parents.

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has the most amazing time at this nursery and he is always so happy when he comes home.
The communication received daily from the nursery is fantastic and puts me at ease knowing that they are so on the ball with things , the staff have helped me massively in starting to get my son assessed for being autistic and they have been so helpful towards me since I didn't have a clue where to start.

I'm so grateful and couldn't be more thankful for the way the nursery have helped my son and always makes sure to send him home with a smile on his face.

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Abigail S Job Title: Childcare Centre Manager Joined: 2025
Abigail S

Puffins at Westcliff have an established team, led by Abigail who has worked for Puffins since 2025.

Abigail is Level 3 qualified in Childcare and is supported by her Deputy Becki.

The nursery is spread over 1 floor with individual rooms for Under 3's and preschool. Children can explore a variety of different rooms, supported by caring and diligent staff who work hard to ensure every child is loved and cared for as an individual.

Abigail and Becki would love to show you around, so please get in contact.

Frequently Asked Questions about Puffins at Westcliff

What is the Age Range of Children that Puffins at Westcliff accepts?

Puffins at Westcliff accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Puffins at Westcliff Open?

Puffins at Westcliff is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Puffins at Westcliff have capacity for?

Puffins at Westcliff has capacity for a total of 40 Children.

How far is Puffins at Westcliff to the centre of Dawlish?

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

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