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Pittville Circus Road, Cheltenham, GL52 2PZ
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13 March 2026
Couldn't be more thrilled with the team at Circus- from tour to enrolment you truly feel the care the team has for families. The setting is lovely and thoughtful. We're excited for our child to thrive here.
26 February 2026
Choosing a nursery is one of the biggest decisions you make as a parent, and I can honestly say sending Luca here has been one of the best decisions i ever made. From the very beginning, the staff have welcomed him with such warmth, kindness, and genuine love that it instantly put our hearts at
ease.
Since starting, Luca has come on in absolute leaps and bounds. His confidence has blossomed, his speech has developed so much, and he's grown into such a happy, curious little boy. I truly believe that's down to the nurturing environment the nursery provides.
What makes this place so special is the staff. You can feel how deeply they care about every single child. They don't just "look after" them - they invest in them, encourage them, celebrate them, and love them as if they were their own. That level of care is priceless.
The biggest sign of all is how much Luca talks about nursery at home.
It truly feels like an extension of our family, and I couldn't ask for more for my little boy.
19 February 2026
Circus Day Nursery is a fantastic nursery with amazing facilities. They took our little one under their wing and she flourish during her time on jugglers. She was always rather anxious to attend a nursery setting and struggled with transitions but they found a way to make her comfortable, connect
with her on her emotional level and eased her into her day. We will forever be grateful to the staff who helped set her up for the endeavour of going to school.
16 February 2026
We have now had two children at Circus and couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery. It is a second home for our family and we have always felt that our sons have received the best of care as well as fun experiences and positive interactions with staff. Both our children started in the baby
suite before they were six months old, which initially was an anxiety for us but they thrived straight away and I noted how quickly all staff across the four floors of the nursery seemed to learn their names which was nice! Any queries or concerns I have ever had have been dealt with promptly and professionally and we have always felt well informed about our children's days in the evening handover. I cannot recommend the setting highly enough.
11 February 2026
Both of my daughters attended Circus from a year old all the way until primary school. They both still have fond memories of their time there and still ask frequently to visit. The garden space is beautiful, the provisions are excellent, the staff are warm annd nurturing and both of them truly
thrived at Circus!
11 February 2026
We cannot recommend Circus Day Nursery enough. From the very first visit, the setting felt warm, calm and genuinely caring. The team have been so welcoming and supportive, especially while our little one has been settling in, and it's clear they really understand how big this transition can be for
children and parents.
A special thank you to Ellie and Lucy for their patience and reassurance, and to Jay and Katie for always being helpful and quick to respond whenever we have a question. You always feel listened to, and nothing ever feels like too much trouble.
Most of all, Samantha has been incredible. Every day she makes our little one feel safe, comforted and looked after, and that peace of mind means everything to us. The care is consistent, thoughtful and personal, and you can tell the whole team genuinely care about the children.
Thank you to everyone at Circus. It really does feel like a family.
11 February 2026
Our son has been at Circus Day Nursery since he was 11 months old, and he's now been there for just over two years. From the very beginning, the level of care he has received has been exceptional, and I truly value the love, attention, and consistency the team provides.
He has formed some really
special connections with the staff - they are genuinely caring, attentive, and know him so well. It means everything to me that everyone knows who he is, understands his little personality, and treats him as an individual rather than just another child.
Any questions or concerns I've ever had are always responded to in a timely, thoughtful manner, which gives me huge reassurance as a parent. Communication is clear, supportive, and reliable.
Our little boyis our sunshine, and being able to leave him somewhere where I feel complete trust and confidence is priceless. I genuinely trust the Circus team completely and feel incredibly grateful to have found such a nurturing and warm nursery.
10 February 2026
Circus is a superb nursery. They give excellent support to our daughter and ensure she is doing loads of fun and educational activities. Every time she moves up a room she takes a massive leap in her development. The room leader of her current room is particularly exceptional. We're looking forward
to sending our son there
10 February 2026
After an amazing journey at Circus from baby suite to preschool with our eldest child, we had no hesitation returning with our second and wouldn't have gone anywhere else. The care and genuine love for the children is amazing, our daughter goes in happy, leaves happy and talks non stop about
nursery at home. We're especially touched by the continuity of key workers, keeping the same key worker with our family and seeing both siblings through. We'd be lost without you and not sure what we'll do when there's no more children to send! Can they look after me? Amazing work.
10 February 2026
We are so glad we chose Circus Day for our daughter. She is having a wonderful time, making friends, enjoying the outdoors and joining into all the different activities. The staff is always there to help and the daily handover guarantees that we are aware of everything that happened each day. The
monthly newsletters are a great way to learn about what's going on and upcoming events. All the staff we interact with have been lovely, from the staff meeting you at the door to people answering the phone and the immediate carers on her floor. We are glad that all food is prepared on site allowing for a nutritious diet and ensuring any dietary requirements are met.
10 February 2026
Our little boy has been at Circus Day nursery since he was 10 months old, and our experience over the last 15 months has been amazing. The staff have all been wonderful, really getting to know our boy, what he likes and doesn't like, particularly when he first started and was a very fussy sleeper.
The activities are so varied, engaging and helpful always has a lot of fun, and they spend so much time outdoors, even if the weather isn't brilliant they try to get the kids outside. The food menu is amazing and caters to all his needs. I like the fact that the staff have taken the time to get to know the kids when they move to a new room, and letting them form bonds with the staff before allocating a key worker.
10 February 2026
Circus day nursery always has such a positive atmosphere as soon as you walk in the door. Every morning you are greeted with a friendly smile, and my son skips up the steps excited to start his day.
Pre school are so encouraging of the children, teaching independence but at the same time nurturing
and caring towards their feelings. The children are listened to, and most importantly, happy.
My son has been with circus since he was 1, starting in babies, and now in his last few months in pre school- he has thrived, made wonderful friendships and always talks so highly of the 'grown ups'
A wonderful place for your child to be. My daughter will start with circus soon, and I have no doubt she will have the same experience.
26 January 2026
I have been really impressed by the staff and facilities on the personal tours I have attended. When taking my son (9 months) into his first settling in session in the baby suite, they made me feel so comfortable and safe to leave him in their hands. Naturally I was nervous but seeing him in the
setting with the ladies made me so excited for him to start this new journey. I was introduced to his key worker straight away and was briefed on their processes and asked all the key questions regarding what my son likes and how they can make him feel his best. I'm really looking forward to him starting on a permanent basis and getting to develop even further with their skills. Thank you to the wonderful team
01 December 2025
Both of my children have attended Circus Nursery, my now 4 year old joined in 2022 and my youngest is currently still there and loving it. The staff make such real and warm connections with the children. They seem to really know their little personalities and I've always felt so comfortable on every
drop off and pick-up. The space is so inviting and the garden area is just brilliant for my little explorers. I would never hesitate to recommend Circus nursery and am so grateful to the team for looking after my 2 so well!
18 November 2025
Our little boy started here just over a year ago in Jugglers, the transition to a new setting felt seamless, they offered support and reassurance for the whole family! Throughout jugglers our little boy made fantastic relationships with carers and had so much fun! He has recently moved to pre school
again this transition has been seamless, he is thriving and enjoying his new room so much, the communication from the staff is outstanding, they always offer advice, support and ensure we have a clear understanding of his day! He comes home with stories to tell and the biggest smile on his face! The activities and learning are always fun and engaging, my son loves Circus and all of his fantastic teachers! We couldn't recommend this nursery enough, what a great team!
18 November 2025
My 18 month has been attending Circus Day Nursery since he was 9 months old. I was so wary about sending him so young but I had nothing to worry about. Every single staff member are the most amazing humans, I've never seen any of them without a smile on their faces. My boy absolutely loved his time
on the baby suite, and now he transitioned to the Clowns Floor and he is excelling. His speech, his learning and general demeanour after nursery is amazing. He has a few dietary intolerances and we've never had to worry. When he has had an accident which is very rarely, we are at ease knowing that all staff members are first aid trained. I just know each day he is there, he is well looked after and cared for. Thank you Circus Day.
18 November 2025
We can't fault the amazing care given to our little one by the team at Circus Nursery. All staff are so kind, friendly and welcoming- and it truly feels like we are part of the family. Our little one absolutely loves going to nursery, and we have peace of mind that they are looked after to the same
level as they would at home. Communication is excellent and staff are so approachable- we trust them implicitly. Thank you Circus!
17 November 2025
Our son with special needs attends the Circus Day Nursery and I cannot praise their staff enough. The staff who are looking after our boy directly and the management are all being very helpful, proactive and support my son. They work very close with us his parents, constantly updating us on our
child's progress.We have regular meetings so we can discuss if any adjustments need to be made to help my son's development, these meetings are very thorough and not rushed so it really does make difference for my boy and us as a family.
Our son is thriving there, he became more independent, he is having so much fun with tonnes of activities they do there! We love seeing his daily photos and what he is up to, absolutely love seeing him being included!
We always have a feeling that it is more than just a job for the nursery staff and they take real pride in what they do! I thank them with all my heart.
19 September 2025
My son attended Circus Day Nursery since 2022 - 2025, and he loved every minute. he began in the baby suite and went on every level up to pre-school. The nursery provides excellent facilities, especially outdoor space. They run fantastic activities that are educational but fun for the children, and
I always felt like he was properly and kindly cared for. A wonderful early years setting that has set my son up ready for school. 100% recommend to anyone looking for a nursery.
12 September 2025
Our child has been with Circus since they were 9 months old, they have just turned four. Every step of the way the Circus team have been kind, caring, knowledgeable & professional. They genuinely care about us as a family and only want the best for our child. Everyday is filled with fun activities,
outside play and all the children have a great team. We can't thank them enough and would not hesitate to recommend them. They are amazing.
Latest Reviews for Circus Day Nursery & Pre-school
13 March 2026
Couldn't be more thrilled with the team at Circus- from tour to enrolment you truly feel the care the team has for families. The setting is lovely and thoughtful. We're excited for our child to thrive here.
26 February 2026
Choosing a nursery is one of the biggest decisions you make as a parent, and I can honestly say sending Luca here has been one of the best decisions i ever made. From the very beginning, the staff have welcomed him with such warmth, kindness, and genuine love that it instantly put our hearts at
ease.
Since starting, Luca has come on in absolute leaps and bounds. His confidence has blossomed, his speech has developed so much, and he's grown into such a happy, curious little boy. I truly believe that's down to the nurturing environment the nursery provides.
What makes this place so special is the staff. You can feel how deeply they care about every single child. They don't just "look after" them - they invest in them, encourage them, celebrate them, and love them as if they were their own. That level of care is priceless.
The biggest sign of all is how much Luca talks about nursery at home.
It truly feels like an extension of our family, and I couldn't ask for more for my little boy.
19 February 2026
Circus Day Nursery is a fantastic nursery with amazing facilities. They took our little one under their wing and she flourish during her time on jugglers. She was always rather anxious to attend a nursery setting and struggled with transitions but they found a way to make her comfortable, connect
with her on her emotional level and eased her into her day. We will forever be grateful to the staff who helped set her up for the endeavour of going to school.
16 February 2026
We have now had two children at Circus and couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery. It is a second home for our family and we have always felt that our sons have received the best of care as well as fun experiences and positive interactions with staff. Both our children started in the baby
suite before they were six months old, which initially was an anxiety for us but they thrived straight away and I noted how quickly all staff across the four floors of the nursery seemed to learn their names which was nice! Any queries or concerns I have ever had have been dealt with promptly and professionally and we have always felt well informed about our children's days in the evening handover. I cannot recommend the setting highly enough.
11 February 2026
Both of my daughters attended Circus from a year old all the way until primary school. They both still have fond memories of their time there and still ask frequently to visit. The garden space is beautiful, the provisions are excellent, the staff are warm annd nurturing and both of them truly
thrived at Circus!
11 February 2026
We cannot recommend Circus Day Nursery enough. From the very first visit, the setting felt warm, calm and genuinely caring. The team have been so welcoming and supportive, especially while our little one has been settling in, and it's clear they really understand how big this transition can be for
children and parents.
A special thank you to Ellie and Lucy for their patience and reassurance, and to Jay and Katie for always being helpful and quick to respond whenever we have a question. You always feel listened to, and nothing ever feels like too much trouble.
Most of all, Samantha has been incredible. Every day she makes our little one feel safe, comforted and looked after, and that peace of mind means everything to us. The care is consistent, thoughtful and personal, and you can tell the whole team genuinely care about the children.
Thank you to everyone at Circus. It really does feel like a family.
11 February 2026
Our son has been at Circus Day Nursery since he was 11 months old, and he's now been there for just over two years. From the very beginning, the level of care he has received has been exceptional, and I truly value the love, attention, and consistency the team provides.
He has formed some really
special connections with the staff - they are genuinely caring, attentive, and know him so well. It means everything to me that everyone knows who he is, understands his little personality, and treats him as an individual rather than just another child.
Any questions or concerns I've ever had are always responded to in a timely, thoughtful manner, which gives me huge reassurance as a parent. Communication is clear, supportive, and reliable.
Our little boyis our sunshine, and being able to leave him somewhere where I feel complete trust and confidence is priceless. I genuinely trust the Circus team completely and feel incredibly grateful to have found such a nurturing and warm nursery.
10 February 2026
Circus is a superb nursery. They give excellent support to our daughter and ensure she is doing loads of fun and educational activities. Every time she moves up a room she takes a massive leap in her development. The room leader of her current room is particularly exceptional. We're looking forward
to sending our son there
10 February 2026
After an amazing journey at Circus from baby suite to preschool with our eldest child, we had no hesitation returning with our second and wouldn't have gone anywhere else. The care and genuine love for the children is amazing, our daughter goes in happy, leaves happy and talks non stop about
nursery at home. We're especially touched by the continuity of key workers, keeping the same key worker with our family and seeing both siblings through. We'd be lost without you and not sure what we'll do when there's no more children to send! Can they look after me? Amazing work.
10 February 2026
We are so glad we chose Circus Day for our daughter. She is having a wonderful time, making friends, enjoying the outdoors and joining into all the different activities. The staff is always there to help and the daily handover guarantees that we are aware of everything that happened each day. The
monthly newsletters are a great way to learn about what's going on and upcoming events. All the staff we interact with have been lovely, from the staff meeting you at the door to people answering the phone and the immediate carers on her floor. We are glad that all food is prepared on site allowing for a nutritious diet and ensuring any dietary requirements are met.
10 February 2026
Our little boy has been at Circus Day nursery since he was 10 months old, and our experience over the last 15 months has been amazing. The staff have all been wonderful, really getting to know our boy, what he likes and doesn't like, particularly when he first started and was a very fussy sleeper.
The activities are so varied, engaging and helpful always has a lot of fun, and they spend so much time outdoors, even if the weather isn't brilliant they try to get the kids outside. The food menu is amazing and caters to all his needs. I like the fact that the staff have taken the time to get to know the kids when they move to a new room, and letting them form bonds with the staff before allocating a key worker.
10 February 2026
Circus day nursery always has such a positive atmosphere as soon as you walk in the door. Every morning you are greeted with a friendly smile, and my son skips up the steps excited to start his day.
Pre school are so encouraging of the children, teaching independence but at the same time nurturing
and caring towards their feelings. The children are listened to, and most importantly, happy.
My son has been with circus since he was 1, starting in babies, and now in his last few months in pre school- he has thrived, made wonderful friendships and always talks so highly of the 'grown ups'
A wonderful place for your child to be. My daughter will start with circus soon, and I have no doubt she will have the same experience.
26 January 2026
I have been really impressed by the staff and facilities on the personal tours I have attended. When taking my son (9 months) into his first settling in session in the baby suite, they made me feel so comfortable and safe to leave him in their hands. Naturally I was nervous but seeing him in the
setting with the ladies made me so excited for him to start this new journey. I was introduced to his key worker straight away and was briefed on their processes and asked all the key questions regarding what my son likes and how they can make him feel his best. I'm really looking forward to him starting on a permanent basis and getting to develop even further with their skills. Thank you to the wonderful team
01 December 2025
Both of my children have attended Circus Nursery, my now 4 year old joined in 2022 and my youngest is currently still there and loving it. The staff make such real and warm connections with the children. They seem to really know their little personalities and I've always felt so comfortable on every
drop off and pick-up. The space is so inviting and the garden area is just brilliant for my little explorers. I would never hesitate to recommend Circus nursery and am so grateful to the team for looking after my 2 so well!
18 November 2025
Our little boy started here just over a year ago in Jugglers, the transition to a new setting felt seamless, they offered support and reassurance for the whole family! Throughout jugglers our little boy made fantastic relationships with carers and had so much fun! He has recently moved to pre school
again this transition has been seamless, he is thriving and enjoying his new room so much, the communication from the staff is outstanding, they always offer advice, support and ensure we have a clear understanding of his day! He comes home with stories to tell and the biggest smile on his face! The activities and learning are always fun and engaging, my son loves Circus and all of his fantastic teachers! We couldn't recommend this nursery enough, what a great team!
18 November 2025
My 18 month has been attending Circus Day Nursery since he was 9 months old. I was so wary about sending him so young but I had nothing to worry about. Every single staff member are the most amazing humans, I've never seen any of them without a smile on their faces. My boy absolutely loved his time
on the baby suite, and now he transitioned to the Clowns Floor and he is excelling. His speech, his learning and general demeanour after nursery is amazing. He has a few dietary intolerances and we've never had to worry. When he has had an accident which is very rarely, we are at ease knowing that all staff members are first aid trained. I just know each day he is there, he is well looked after and cared for. Thank you Circus Day.
18 November 2025
We can't fault the amazing care given to our little one by the team at Circus Nursery. All staff are so kind, friendly and welcoming- and it truly feels like we are part of the family. Our little one absolutely loves going to nursery, and we have peace of mind that they are looked after to the same
level as they would at home. Communication is excellent and staff are so approachable- we trust them implicitly. Thank you Circus!
17 November 2025
Our son with special needs attends the Circus Day Nursery and I cannot praise their staff enough. The staff who are looking after our boy directly and the management are all being very helpful, proactive and support my son. They work very close with us his parents, constantly updating us on our
child's progress.We have regular meetings so we can discuss if any adjustments need to be made to help my son's development, these meetings are very thorough and not rushed so it really does make difference for my boy and us as a family.
Our son is thriving there, he became more independent, he is having so much fun with tonnes of activities they do there! We love seeing his daily photos and what he is up to, absolutely love seeing him being included!
We always have a feeling that it is more than just a job for the nursery staff and they take real pride in what they do! I thank them with all my heart.
19 September 2025
My son attended Circus Day Nursery since 2022 - 2025, and he loved every minute. he began in the baby suite and went on every level up to pre-school. The nursery provides excellent facilities, especially outdoor space. They run fantastic activities that are educational but fun for the children, and
I always felt like he was properly and kindly cared for. A wonderful early years setting that has set my son up ready for school. 100% recommend to anyone looking for a nursery.
12 September 2025
Our child has been with Circus since they were 9 months old, they have just turned four. Every step of the way the Circus team have been kind, caring, knowledgeable & professional. They genuinely care about us as a family and only want the best for our child. Everyday is filled with fun activities,
outside play and all the children have a great team. We can't thank them enough and would not hesitate to recommend them. They are amazing.