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Barney Lodge, 5 Westbury Road, Warminster, BA12 0AN
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11 September 2025
My child has been at barney lodge since she was 10 months old her last day was today and is 4 years old now. They have been amazing all through the years she has attended. Always helped me when needed. Always happy and can not fault them for anything. I know we will miss them and are very sad to leave but I would recommend barney lodge to anyone.
11 August 2025
The team at Barney Lodge Nursery have been a wonderful part of my son's early years journey. He has been nurtured and cared for to an exceptional standard. The team are dedicated and passionate to childrens development and they allow children to learn through play. The room members know all the children extremely well and take time to build bonds with parents and siblings, it feels like a lovely community setting where they care about all aspects and persons in a childs life.
31 July 2025
My eldest is graduating after 4.5 years at Barney Lodge and my youngest has been there just over 2. They both went at 3 months and so we have experienced every stage and room at the nursery. The facilities are brilliant, especially the garden. It's mostly Montessori style and there are so many different resources for the children to enjoy. The staff are all genuine, deeply caring humans. I don't know how they manage 10 hour days with such boundless patience. Having just been to the graduation ceremony was a privilege to see what a lovely, confident bunch of kids they've nurtured for us parents.
23 April 2025
My child is thriving at Barney Lodge. He is happy when he arrives and happy when he leaves. They provide him with various stimulating activities, often messier than I want to do at home. He is trying a variety of new foods at meal times. Staff are kind and caring, and keep us at to date with what he's doing that day. The outdoor spaces are large and beautiful. Barney Lodge gives you great value for your money; including food, nappies and sunscreen etc in their prices.
22 April 2025
My daughter is in hedgehog baby room since Oct 2024, I can see that she improves a lot in terms of vocabulary and engagement to play, dancing and singing nursery rhymes. She able to sleep independently and likes other babies/toddlers company. The hedgehog team is very helpful and amazing team. Thanks to their excellent work.
16 April 2025
We love Barney Lodge. My little boy has settled in so well. The baby room + garden is lovely, with so many enriching activities on offer in a safe environment. My baby has allergies and it has always been taken seriously and my instructions adhered to. I had the pleasure of attending a stay + play session this week. It was lovely to see baby enjoying nursery + being shown genuine care and attention by the staff. Families are made to feel welcomed and listened to and staff are very thoughtful. Sending baby to nursery was nervewracking but Barney Lodge really helped the transition and knowing how happy he is there is wonderful.
16 April 2025
Barney Lodge has been superb. The team that look after my daughter are thoughtful, proactive and so kind, listening and communicationg with us. I feel as though they have the best interests for our child and have a good level of trust with the team. Proud to send our child there. She has learnt and developed so much.
13 September 2024
Our son has just left Barney Lodge Nursery School (to start school) after being with them since he was 21 months old. There are not enough words to describe what a truly wonderful place Barney Lodge is. Our son has special needs and they have gone above and beyond to ensure he had everything he needed to thrive. The staff were always so patient, calm, caring and understanding and Barney Lodge became like a second home for us. We were so sad to leave but our son truly blossomed at Barney Lodge that he was ready for the next chapter! A huge thanks again to the team.
12 August 2024
Having my son at Barney Lodge Nursery School has been an amazing experience for him. The staff are really warm and loving which helped my son to gain confidence to learn and interact with others. His speech and manner have greatly improved since he joined the nursery. Thank you to all the team at Barney Lodge.
24 April 2024
We have had the most wonderful experience with Barney Lodge Nursery School and the team who work there. They really understand our child and their ways and communicate with him so well. They have a great outdoor space which my child loves. The team are always welcoming, calm and collected even if inside they may be feeling otherwise. He has been there since 9 months as I returned to work, it was a huge deal for our family as it was Covid and we had little support due to isolation. It was a huge deal and meant that we fully trusted what we saw in Barney Lodge and still feel that way. They have really understood our son and engage with the children’s interests. Childcare isn’t cheap as we know but it brings us peace of mind that he is in a great environment that also covers his food through the day. Even giving him seconds and thirds when he wants it. It would be nice to have a parent's type evening to really discuss the individual child and development, I know some nurseries do this. Thank you all.
12 January 2024
My son loves going to Barney Lodge, he has a big beaming smile when we arrive for drop off! It didn't take very long at all for him to settle in, the staff are so friendly and welcoming. When I visit the nursery, the manager has taken time out of her busy schedule to talk to me on numerous occasions. My son's keyworkers have really gotten to know him well and he is exposed to a variety of fun and engaging activities. When I pick him up, the staff always take time to chat with me about what he has done in his time there and give me helpful advice to help with things like his speech development. Very impressed with this nursery and so glad I chose to send my son there!
06 November 2023
We are very happy that our son visits Barney Lodge. All the team members are very qualified, polite and kind. They really know what to do. If you have any questions they are more than happy to help you. We really recommend Barney Lodge as the best nursery.
24 March 2023
I am amazed at the range of experiences that they provide for the children i.e spa afternoon with calming music and cucumber on their eyes. All the children are happy and feel safe there. The staff are supportive of the whole family when disaster strikes. Wonderful place.
23 March 2023
My daughter has been going to Barney Lodge since she was in the baby room and she is now in the toddler room. I could not recommend Barney Lodge enough. The staff are very caring and accommodating. My daughter is learning and is always happy to be there. It is a lovely nursery.
06 March 2023
We have been very impressed with this nursery. Our son has attended since the age of one year. He has always been very happy here and has learnt so much. We feel the nursery has supported his development very well and they have great facilities. We receive regular updates on his progress and the staff are very supportive and approachable. This nursery has provided our son with a safe and happy environment to learn and develop.
01 March 2023
My daughter has been at Barney Lodge since she was 14 months old. I believe being at Barney Lodge has helped develop her confidence, social skills and learning skills. She loves it at Barney Lodge and we will be very sad to leave as she starts big school this year.
26 February 2023
My son has been at Barney Lodge Nursery School (in Hedgehogs) since the beginning of January. We were quite apprehensive about him starting nursery but he settled in so quickly and seems to be really happy. All the staff have been so friendly and supportive, and it's very apparent that they really care about the children. His key worker and all the other staff in Hedgehogs have done an amazing job of helping him settle in and keeping us updated on his development. They do so many different activities and have a huge outdoor area. My son always has a smile on his face at the end of the day and often doesn't want to leave! Thank you Barney Lodge for everything you do, and making us feel confident that our son is happy and well cared for whilst we're at work.
22 February 2023
Our first month at Barney Lodge has been brilliant. Our son has settled in so well and I cant the team enough for putting us at ease with the whole process. Our son loves being at nursery already and we are so excited to see his journey and growth with the team and his friends at Barney Lodge.
04 February 2022
My daughter has recently joined Barney Lodge and was a very shy little girl but has really become confident and is learning so much. The staff are very friendly and lovely and have made my daughter feel so welcome and are also very supportive and helpful. I definitely recommend this nursery.
07 January 2022
Barney Lodge has a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere. The key workers are dedicated and my child has been very happy in their care. Unfortunately, a lack of consistent management following a sudden Ofsted closure made it difficult to have enough trust to send my child anymore. I have no doubt that a manager who is there daily to take full ownership (rather than managing two nurseries at once) and someone who is able lead the team daily will be the only adjustment necessary to make it an outstanding and consistent nursery.
Latest Reviews for Barney Lodge Nursery School
11 September 2025
My child has been at barney lodge since she was 10 months old her last day was today and is 4 years old now. They have been amazing all through the years she has attended. Always helped me when needed. Always happy and can not fault them for anything. I know we will miss them and are very sad to leave but I would recommend barney lodge to anyone.
11 August 2025
The team at Barney Lodge Nursery have been a wonderful part of my son's early years journey. He has been nurtured and cared for to an exceptional standard. The team are dedicated and passionate to childrens development and they allow children to learn through play. The room members know all the children extremely well and take time to build bonds with parents and siblings, it feels like a lovely community setting where they care about all aspects and persons in a childs life.
31 July 2025
My eldest is graduating after 4.5 years at Barney Lodge and my youngest has been there just over 2. They both went at 3 months and so we have experienced every stage and room at the nursery. The facilities are brilliant, especially the garden. It's mostly Montessori style and there are so many different resources for the children to enjoy. The staff are all genuine, deeply caring humans. I don't know how they manage 10 hour days with such boundless patience. Having just been to the graduation ceremony was a privilege to see what a lovely, confident bunch of kids they've nurtured for us parents.
23 April 2025
My child is thriving at Barney Lodge. He is happy when he arrives and happy when he leaves. They provide him with various stimulating activities, often messier than I want to do at home. He is trying a variety of new foods at meal times. Staff are kind and caring, and keep us at to date with what he's doing that day. The outdoor spaces are large and beautiful. Barney Lodge gives you great value for your money; including food, nappies and sunscreen etc in their prices.
22 April 2025
My daughter is in hedgehog baby room since Oct 2024, I can see that she improves a lot in terms of vocabulary and engagement to play, dancing and singing nursery rhymes. She able to sleep independently and likes other babies/toddlers company. The hedgehog team is very helpful and amazing team. Thanks to their excellent work.
16 April 2025
We love Barney Lodge. My little boy has settled in so well. The baby room + garden is lovely, with so many enriching activities on offer in a safe environment. My baby has allergies and it has always been taken seriously and my instructions adhered to. I had the pleasure of attending a stay + play session this week. It was lovely to see baby enjoying nursery + being shown genuine care and attention by the staff. Families are made to feel welcomed and listened to and staff are very thoughtful. Sending baby to nursery was nervewracking but Barney Lodge really helped the transition and knowing how happy he is there is wonderful.
16 April 2025
Barney Lodge has been superb. The team that look after my daughter are thoughtful, proactive and so kind, listening and communicationg with us. I feel as though they have the best interests for our child and have a good level of trust with the team. Proud to send our child there. She has learnt and developed so much.
13 September 2024
Our son has just left Barney Lodge Nursery School (to start school) after being with them since he was 21 months old. There are not enough words to describe what a truly wonderful place Barney Lodge is. Our son has special needs and they have gone above and beyond to ensure he had everything he needed to thrive. The staff were always so patient, calm, caring and understanding and Barney Lodge became like a second home for us. We were so sad to leave but our son truly blossomed at Barney Lodge that he was ready for the next chapter! A huge thanks again to the team.
12 August 2024
Having my son at Barney Lodge Nursery School has been an amazing experience for him. The staff are really warm and loving which helped my son to gain confidence to learn and interact with others. His speech and manner have greatly improved since he joined the nursery. Thank you to all the team at Barney Lodge.
24 April 2024
We have had the most wonderful experience with Barney Lodge Nursery School and the team who work there. They really understand our child and their ways and communicate with him so well. They have a great outdoor space which my child loves. The team are always welcoming, calm and collected even if inside they may be feeling otherwise. He has been there since 9 months as I returned to work, it was a huge deal for our family as it was Covid and we had little support due to isolation. It was a huge deal and meant that we fully trusted what we saw in Barney Lodge and still feel that way. They have really understood our son and engage with the children’s interests. Childcare isn’t cheap as we know but it brings us peace of mind that he is in a great environment that also covers his food through the day. Even giving him seconds and thirds when he wants it. It would be nice to have a parent's type evening to really discuss the individual child and development, I know some nurseries do this. Thank you all.
12 January 2024
My son loves going to Barney Lodge, he has a big beaming smile when we arrive for drop off! It didn't take very long at all for him to settle in, the staff are so friendly and welcoming. When I visit the nursery, the manager has taken time out of her busy schedule to talk to me on numerous occasions. My son's keyworkers have really gotten to know him well and he is exposed to a variety of fun and engaging activities. When I pick him up, the staff always take time to chat with me about what he has done in his time there and give me helpful advice to help with things like his speech development. Very impressed with this nursery and so glad I chose to send my son there!
06 November 2023
We are very happy that our son visits Barney Lodge. All the team members are very qualified, polite and kind. They really know what to do. If you have any questions they are more than happy to help you. We really recommend Barney Lodge as the best nursery.
24 March 2023
I am amazed at the range of experiences that they provide for the children i.e spa afternoon with calming music and cucumber on their eyes. All the children are happy and feel safe there. The staff are supportive of the whole family when disaster strikes. Wonderful place.
23 March 2023
My daughter has been going to Barney Lodge since she was in the baby room and she is now in the toddler room. I could not recommend Barney Lodge enough. The staff are very caring and accommodating. My daughter is learning and is always happy to be there. It is a lovely nursery.
06 March 2023
We have been very impressed with this nursery. Our son has attended since the age of one year. He has always been very happy here and has learnt so much. We feel the nursery has supported his development very well and they have great facilities. We receive regular updates on his progress and the staff are very supportive and approachable. This nursery has provided our son with a safe and happy environment to learn and develop.
01 March 2023
My daughter has been at Barney Lodge since she was 14 months old. I believe being at Barney Lodge has helped develop her confidence, social skills and learning skills. She loves it at Barney Lodge and we will be very sad to leave as she starts big school this year.
26 February 2023
My son has been at Barney Lodge Nursery School (in Hedgehogs) since the beginning of January. We were quite apprehensive about him starting nursery but he settled in so quickly and seems to be really happy. All the staff have been so friendly and supportive, and it's very apparent that they really care about the children. His key worker and all the other staff in Hedgehogs have done an amazing job of helping him settle in and keeping us updated on his development. They do so many different activities and have a huge outdoor area. My son always has a smile on his face at the end of the day and often doesn't want to leave! Thank you Barney Lodge for everything you do, and making us feel confident that our son is happy and well cared for whilst we're at work.
22 February 2023
Our first month at Barney Lodge has been brilliant. Our son has settled in so well and I cant the team enough for putting us at ease with the whole process. Our son loves being at nursery already and we are so excited to see his journey and growth with the team and his friends at Barney Lodge.
04 February 2022
My daughter has recently joined Barney Lodge and was a very shy little girl but has really become confident and is learning so much. The staff are very friendly and lovely and have made my daughter feel so welcome and are also very supportive and helpful. I definitely recommend this nursery.
07 January 2022
Barney Lodge has a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere. The key workers are dedicated and my child has been very happy in their care. Unfortunately, a lack of consistent management following a sudden Ofsted closure made it difficult to have enough trust to send my child anymore. I have no doubt that a manager who is there daily to take full ownership (rather than managing two nurseries at once) and someone who is able lead the team daily will be the only adjustment necessary to make it an outstanding and consistent nursery.