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Blacksmiths Lane, Woodville, Swadlincote, DE11 7EF
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15 August 2025
Absolutely cannot find a better nursery, they have helped me so much and helped my daughter grow and come out of her shell. The staff are fantastic and so friendly, I am really glad my daughter has done so well, and it's all thanks to this nursery
04 August 2025
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Woodville over the last 4 years. From the very first day, the warmth, care, and professionalism of the staff have been outstanding. The environment is not only safe and nurturing but also rich with opportunities for learning and creativity. Our child settled in quickly to each room, thanks to the team's thoughtful approach to transitions. Each day is filled with purposeful play, engaging activities, and lots of outdoor exploration. The staff communicate regularly and thoughtfully, keeping us informed and involved in our child's development. It's clear they genuinely care about each child and take the time to understand their individual needs and personalities; and my daughter has a BIG personality! We are incredibly grateful for the strong foundation Woodville has provided our daughter. She is so ready for school thanks to the time her key workers have put in and I know she will miss you ALL so much. Highly Recommend!
04 August 2025
My son has attended the nursery since he was 9 months old and is due to graduate this week. He has developed incredibly well during his time at the nursery and we have really felt that all of his key workers have known his strengths and areas for development. They have all shown a genuine care in our sons growth and readiness for school! The communication has been fantastic and we are always made well aware of what he has been up to during the day; this is also supported with the use of their app! We are very sad that his journey has come to an end. We are so impressed with the nursery that our newest addition is already signed up.
22 July 2025
looking for a nursery : preschool? Look no further! Woodville nursery and preschool are the best! They have all gone above and beyond to help my child thrive, they have been extremely supportive with getting the right help for my child and making sure his needs were met! Every child that attends loves it there as the communication is shared positively and equally.. staff are super friendly and always down for a chat if you have any concerns at all! YOUR CHILD WILL THRIVE HERE!! I am so sad my little boy is leaving this July as they are truly amazing, thank you for everything you have done for him and getting him where he is today
21 March 2025
My son has been attending the nursery 2x a week for a few months now, increasing hours in September. He has settled incredibly well. After the first two visits, he wanted to go in, asking to go to nursery when he is at home. Staff are very caring and communicative. When my son has been unwell I was pleased with staff's response. There's a wide range of activities and I really like how a lot of the activities are based around books. We read lots at home, so it is nice to know this is also encouraged at nursery. My son particularly enjoys the outdoor area and the climbing frames/slides. The meals are really good and nutritional balanced. We sampled some of them at the open day. My son often has seconds! It is great that the nursery provide everything - nappies etc, which just puts your mind at ease. The nursery are currently doing lots to be eco friendly , such as recycling schemes and clothes swap. Really impressed so far and my son's social skills have improved loads already.
16 September 2024
Our child attended here since he was 3 months old and he has left last week to go to school. We cannot thank the staff enough for the love and care that has been shown to him and us during this time. He had loads of experiences through the carefully planned activities laid out each day, the teaching he received and the outdoor provision, especially through forest schools. Because of these, he has left nursery a confident, happy child who is ready for school life. A special mention goes to the SENCO as she has supported our child massively with his speech and regulating his emotions etc. She works hard to support families and she always goes that extra mile for the children. The managers make it their business to get to know each child and their families and always show that personal touch, making time to speak to you. They work endlessly to improve the quality of care they provide at nursery and they listen to parents views to make sure the children have the best start in life.
23 May 2024
I am really happy with the nursery. My child has previously attended 3 other places and this one has finally fulfilled all our needs. It is a very good location with easy access and parking. The team is the best I have seen. All the staff is very prepared and my child loves them all. It feels like home away from home. I feel relaxed and happy with my little one there. He loves the nursery so much that he gets his bag and goes to the door every morning excited to go to the nursery. They call us immediately every time something happens, the daily reports are very complete. The only point I think that still needs improvement is the menu. However, they have been improving and they respect the parents' requests. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. My child has developed so much with them.
14 May 2024
My daughter joined the nursery in the summer of 2023 with Baby Room 2 and her transition was so smooth, she immediately bonded with her key worker at the time and all of the ladies in BR2. The care level is high, the reporting level is professional, the site facilities and in-house freshly cooked meals all throughout the day are commendable and with our little girl now being in Toddler Room 1, she is blooming even further with amazingly creative and varied activities and a very caring team of key workers. We are so happy to be part of Woodville Nursery and feel safe in the knowledge that our daughter's preschool needs are being met.
18 March 2024
My son has been going here since last October and it has been amazing, they are so understanding and caring with my little boy and they encourage and support him. I honestly couldn't ask for better, so happy I chose this place for my son.
18 March 2024
My son currently attends Woodville Nursery and is in pre-school. He transitioned from a different nursery last year and I could not have asked for it to be any easier/smoother. He has never shed a tear and has always been very excited to go to nursery each day and gives me a big smile and a wave when he is dropped off along with a big smile when I pick him up. The staff are all fantastic, they are so friendly and always have time to give a full handover and answer any questions you have. There is a rotational menu of delicious home-cooked food that my little one enjoys every day. The management/office staff are all so helpful and on hand to sort any queries relating to hours, invoicing etc. The nursery is very clean and airy with great outside spaces that my little one loves, especially the weekly forest school sessions. I would highly recommend Woodville Day Nursery to any prospective parent.
18 March 2024
Our son has started attending the school and needless to say, this has been the best decision we have made. He is so happy and the teachers are so loving and they put your mind at ease when you see them interacting with him. He has developed so much since he started and they are so attentive to all his needs. The communication between us and the school is incredible. So far this has to be the best school for our little cherub.
18 March 2024
My daughter had her first settling-in session with you on the 22nd of January 2024 making her just under 11 weeks old. With her being a newborn I was extremely nervous leaving my baby with strangers to both me and her for the very first time, even though I knew she would be absolutely fine which she was, the care that she receives from room baby 1 is outstanding in my opinion, everyone is friendly when you go in and you can see children and happily playing, sleeping, having a snack or just lovingly being looked after by staff members which gave me so much comfort to know my baby was going to be ok. She is now 4 months old and coming on really well with her development she even gets included in seasonal tasks such as Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day which I thought was so kind to think of her to be included as she still has no idea what’s going on with regards to these days. The app also gives me peace of mind with regular updates. Overall my experience for me and her has been fantastic.
14 March 2024
My son has been attending nursery for about 2 months now and is in Toddler 2. The nursery staff are excellent and they try as much as they are busy to give me daily updates about my son's interests and developments. Monthly they send an update about how my son has been done and how as a parent I can help contribute to this. What I love about Woodville too is the balanced meals, many activities they have a lot of space indoors and outdoors for children to experiment and know their skills. Every morning my son is delighted to go to nursery and he comes back singing rhymes on our way back home.
12 March 2024
I have two children at Woodville Nursery and they both love it there. My eldest transitioned there once we moved into the area and all the staff did a great job of helping him settle in. My youngest has been there since he was 5 months old and loves it! The setting is bright and airy and they have lots of outdoor time, my eldest especially loves the forest school sessions. They are always doing a wide variety of activities. The care received from the staff is excellent and my children are thriving there. It is also a very well-run nursery. I have been very happy with the nursery and would recommend anyone to send their children there.
12 March 2024
My child started in the Baby 1 room so has progressed through several rooms at the nursery already. Each room has its own dedicated staff, each of which couldn't care more about my child. From day 1 it's felt like he has a great relationship with everyone. He's always been quite a timid child, and nursery has really increased his confidence, and it's amazing to see him coming out of his shell. I would recommend the nursery to anyone, absolutely the best in the area!
27 October 2023
I had two children at Woodville Day Nursery and they were both extremely happy there. I interacted with lots of staff members during the several years my children were there, all staff were always very pleasant and polite, they seemed genuinely interested in the children. A few of the staff members in particular were absolute gems. They followed my instructions regarding food choices, sleep times, potty training routines. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Woodville Day Nursery to anyone looking for a secure happy place for their child.
03 October 2023
My daughter has been attending the nursery for 2 years now and is now in preschool 2. The nursery staff who have worked with her are always aware of her interests and try to plan activities to support this as well as now developing her learning by having specific targets on a regular basis. She has increased in confidence since attending the nursery thanks to receiving some targeted support last year. She loves attending the nursery and has developed some friendships.
28 September 2023
Though my daughter has only been attending Woodville Nursery for three months her transition has been incredible, due to the care and attention of the amazing staff. We visited many nurseries in the area and surrounding areas but as soon as we entered Woodville, the nurturing culture and excitement for learning was palpable! My daughter engages in a variety of activities every day that inspire her love of language and creativity and she has made incredible progress already. Nursery educators are knowledgeable, and nurturing and have a clear passion for what they do! Their app communication is highly effective and the wonderful admin team are helpful and efficient. We drop our daughter off knowing she will receive a balanced diet with plenty of variety and also the nappies, creams and skin protection she needs to be secure and happy in her environment. We are so lucky to have secured a place at Woodville and we highly recommend this exceptional nursery!
28 September 2023
I currently have my 2 1/2 year old in the toddler room and she has been at the nursery since she was a baby. All the staff are fantastic and my daughter absolutely loves coming. She has learned so much and the staff are so nurturing and caring. I also have a 7-year-old who came here for 3 years. I would highly recommend this nursery.
13 June 2023
Great nursery, with professional, competent and friendly staff. My little boy is having a lovely time and I am in peace knowing he is in good hands. He learns a lot and he is having fun. Would highly recommend it!
Latest Reviews for Woodville Nursery & Preschool
15 August 2025
Absolutely cannot find a better nursery, they have helped me so much and helped my daughter grow and come out of her shell. The staff are fantastic and so friendly, I am really glad my daughter has done so well, and it's all thanks to this nursery
04 August 2025
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Woodville over the last 4 years. From the very first day, the warmth, care, and professionalism of the staff have been outstanding. The environment is not only safe and nurturing but also rich with opportunities for learning and creativity. Our child settled in quickly to each room, thanks to the team's thoughtful approach to transitions. Each day is filled with purposeful play, engaging activities, and lots of outdoor exploration. The staff communicate regularly and thoughtfully, keeping us informed and involved in our child's development. It's clear they genuinely care about each child and take the time to understand their individual needs and personalities; and my daughter has a BIG personality! We are incredibly grateful for the strong foundation Woodville has provided our daughter. She is so ready for school thanks to the time her key workers have put in and I know she will miss you ALL so much. Highly Recommend!
04 August 2025
My son has attended the nursery since he was 9 months old and is due to graduate this week. He has developed incredibly well during his time at the nursery and we have really felt that all of his key workers have known his strengths and areas for development. They have all shown a genuine care in our sons growth and readiness for school! The communication has been fantastic and we are always made well aware of what he has been up to during the day; this is also supported with the use of their app! We are very sad that his journey has come to an end. We are so impressed with the nursery that our newest addition is already signed up.
22 July 2025
looking for a nursery : preschool? Look no further! Woodville nursery and preschool are the best! They have all gone above and beyond to help my child thrive, they have been extremely supportive with getting the right help for my child and making sure his needs were met! Every child that attends loves it there as the communication is shared positively and equally.. staff are super friendly and always down for a chat if you have any concerns at all! YOUR CHILD WILL THRIVE HERE!! I am so sad my little boy is leaving this July as they are truly amazing, thank you for everything you have done for him and getting him where he is today
21 March 2025
My son has been attending the nursery 2x a week for a few months now, increasing hours in September. He has settled incredibly well. After the first two visits, he wanted to go in, asking to go to nursery when he is at home. Staff are very caring and communicative. When my son has been unwell I was pleased with staff's response. There's a wide range of activities and I really like how a lot of the activities are based around books. We read lots at home, so it is nice to know this is also encouraged at nursery. My son particularly enjoys the outdoor area and the climbing frames/slides. The meals are really good and nutritional balanced. We sampled some of them at the open day. My son often has seconds! It is great that the nursery provide everything - nappies etc, which just puts your mind at ease. The nursery are currently doing lots to be eco friendly , such as recycling schemes and clothes swap. Really impressed so far and my son's social skills have improved loads already.
16 September 2024
Our child attended here since he was 3 months old and he has left last week to go to school. We cannot thank the staff enough for the love and care that has been shown to him and us during this time. He had loads of experiences through the carefully planned activities laid out each day, the teaching he received and the outdoor provision, especially through forest schools. Because of these, he has left nursery a confident, happy child who is ready for school life. A special mention goes to the SENCO as she has supported our child massively with his speech and regulating his emotions etc. She works hard to support families and she always goes that extra mile for the children. The managers make it their business to get to know each child and their families and always show that personal touch, making time to speak to you. They work endlessly to improve the quality of care they provide at nursery and they listen to parents views to make sure the children have the best start in life.
23 May 2024
I am really happy with the nursery. My child has previously attended 3 other places and this one has finally fulfilled all our needs. It is a very good location with easy access and parking. The team is the best I have seen. All the staff is very prepared and my child loves them all. It feels like home away from home. I feel relaxed and happy with my little one there. He loves the nursery so much that he gets his bag and goes to the door every morning excited to go to the nursery. They call us immediately every time something happens, the daily reports are very complete. The only point I think that still needs improvement is the menu. However, they have been improving and they respect the parents' requests. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. My child has developed so much with them.
14 May 2024
My daughter joined the nursery in the summer of 2023 with Baby Room 2 and her transition was so smooth, she immediately bonded with her key worker at the time and all of the ladies in BR2. The care level is high, the reporting level is professional, the site facilities and in-house freshly cooked meals all throughout the day are commendable and with our little girl now being in Toddler Room 1, she is blooming even further with amazingly creative and varied activities and a very caring team of key workers. We are so happy to be part of Woodville Nursery and feel safe in the knowledge that our daughter's preschool needs are being met.
18 March 2024
My son has been going here since last October and it has been amazing, they are so understanding and caring with my little boy and they encourage and support him. I honestly couldn't ask for better, so happy I chose this place for my son.
18 March 2024
My son currently attends Woodville Nursery and is in pre-school. He transitioned from a different nursery last year and I could not have asked for it to be any easier/smoother. He has never shed a tear and has always been very excited to go to nursery each day and gives me a big smile and a wave when he is dropped off along with a big smile when I pick him up. The staff are all fantastic, they are so friendly and always have time to give a full handover and answer any questions you have. There is a rotational menu of delicious home-cooked food that my little one enjoys every day. The management/office staff are all so helpful and on hand to sort any queries relating to hours, invoicing etc. The nursery is very clean and airy with great outside spaces that my little one loves, especially the weekly forest school sessions. I would highly recommend Woodville Day Nursery to any prospective parent.
18 March 2024
Our son has started attending the school and needless to say, this has been the best decision we have made. He is so happy and the teachers are so loving and they put your mind at ease when you see them interacting with him. He has developed so much since he started and they are so attentive to all his needs. The communication between us and the school is incredible. So far this has to be the best school for our little cherub.
18 March 2024
My daughter had her first settling-in session with you on the 22nd of January 2024 making her just under 11 weeks old. With her being a newborn I was extremely nervous leaving my baby with strangers to both me and her for the very first time, even though I knew she would be absolutely fine which she was, the care that she receives from room baby 1 is outstanding in my opinion, everyone is friendly when you go in and you can see children and happily playing, sleeping, having a snack or just lovingly being looked after by staff members which gave me so much comfort to know my baby was going to be ok. She is now 4 months old and coming on really well with her development she even gets included in seasonal tasks such as Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day which I thought was so kind to think of her to be included as she still has no idea what’s going on with regards to these days. The app also gives me peace of mind with regular updates. Overall my experience for me and her has been fantastic.
14 March 2024
My son has been attending nursery for about 2 months now and is in Toddler 2. The nursery staff are excellent and they try as much as they are busy to give me daily updates about my son's interests and developments. Monthly they send an update about how my son has been done and how as a parent I can help contribute to this. What I love about Woodville too is the balanced meals, many activities they have a lot of space indoors and outdoors for children to experiment and know their skills. Every morning my son is delighted to go to nursery and he comes back singing rhymes on our way back home.
12 March 2024
I have two children at Woodville Nursery and they both love it there. My eldest transitioned there once we moved into the area and all the staff did a great job of helping him settle in. My youngest has been there since he was 5 months old and loves it! The setting is bright and airy and they have lots of outdoor time, my eldest especially loves the forest school sessions. They are always doing a wide variety of activities. The care received from the staff is excellent and my children are thriving there. It is also a very well-run nursery. I have been very happy with the nursery and would recommend anyone to send their children there.
12 March 2024
My child started in the Baby 1 room so has progressed through several rooms at the nursery already. Each room has its own dedicated staff, each of which couldn't care more about my child. From day 1 it's felt like he has a great relationship with everyone. He's always been quite a timid child, and nursery has really increased his confidence, and it's amazing to see him coming out of his shell. I would recommend the nursery to anyone, absolutely the best in the area!
27 October 2023
I had two children at Woodville Day Nursery and they were both extremely happy there. I interacted with lots of staff members during the several years my children were there, all staff were always very pleasant and polite, they seemed genuinely interested in the children. A few of the staff members in particular were absolute gems. They followed my instructions regarding food choices, sleep times, potty training routines. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Woodville Day Nursery to anyone looking for a secure happy place for their child.
03 October 2023
My daughter has been attending the nursery for 2 years now and is now in preschool 2. The nursery staff who have worked with her are always aware of her interests and try to plan activities to support this as well as now developing her learning by having specific targets on a regular basis. She has increased in confidence since attending the nursery thanks to receiving some targeted support last year. She loves attending the nursery and has developed some friendships.
28 September 2023
Though my daughter has only been attending Woodville Nursery for three months her transition has been incredible, due to the care and attention of the amazing staff. We visited many nurseries in the area and surrounding areas but as soon as we entered Woodville, the nurturing culture and excitement for learning was palpable! My daughter engages in a variety of activities every day that inspire her love of language and creativity and she has made incredible progress already. Nursery educators are knowledgeable, and nurturing and have a clear passion for what they do! Their app communication is highly effective and the wonderful admin team are helpful and efficient. We drop our daughter off knowing she will receive a balanced diet with plenty of variety and also the nappies, creams and skin protection she needs to be secure and happy in her environment. We are so lucky to have secured a place at Woodville and we highly recommend this exceptional nursery!
28 September 2023
I currently have my 2 1/2 year old in the toddler room and she has been at the nursery since she was a baby. All the staff are fantastic and my daughter absolutely loves coming. She has learned so much and the staff are so nurturing and caring. I also have a 7-year-old who came here for 3 years. I would highly recommend this nursery.
13 June 2023
Great nursery, with professional, competent and friendly staff. My little boy is having a lovely time and I am in peace knowing he is in good hands. He learns a lot and he is having fun. Would highly recommend it!