Old Dairy Farm Nursery

Our son has been attending Old Dairy Farm Nursery for almost 2 years now. We cannot fault it. The staff are caring, friendly and so dedicated to learning (for example, every single weekday during lockdown they have uploaded activities, stories, songs etc. to help with development and entertainment of our children - this is still ongoing for those still at home). The setting is amazing, loads of outdoor space used every day, indoor sensory rooms and right on the doorstep of beautiful countryside where the children enjoy outdoor walks, learning all the time. The information we receive on our son is comprehensive and there are regular parents evenings alongside detailed handovers at pick up. Our new baby is already signed up ready for January 2021. We feel so lucky to be able to give our child such an excellent, safe and supportive environment. It is truly a brilliant nursery!
Mar 6th, 2021

Great nursery setting, lovely outdoor setting, safe environment, delicious and nutritious meals, great staff. The management has also handled the Covid pandemic very well by keeping the nursery setting safe and by offering many activities to the children. Our daughter still talks about the Old Dairy Farm and we feel lucky that she was able to attend it. Thank you!
Apr 5th, 2022

The only nursery I know to try and charge 1000 for the privilege of enrolling my child in December. Not only that but 3 other children who started or are due to start around that time were not charged this "retainer fee". They slide it in the contract and don't tell you about it hoping that as a new sleep deprived mother you won't spot it in time. When it's questioned they have the audacity to then reject your child's place. We were in contact with the old dairy back in December- an entire year before our child was due to start and not once was this pointed out. The owner pays no regard for the impact her decisions make on children's lives and focuses on profit and personal opinions rather than acting professionally. The owner makes a point that she doesn't want to "invest the headspace" once she's clocked off at the end of the day. I honestly have never experienced anything like it.
Feb 3rd, 2022

Our son started attending the Old Dairy Farm Nursery in January this year and we are so grateful that our first experience of childcare (outside of our immediate family) has been such a positive one. The staff are experienced and attentive; they clearly love what they do and care about the kids. My son's ease and happiness with the whole arrangement tells us all we need to know. Underpinning this work with the children is a straightforward set of conditions and contractual requirements that enable the actual work to happen safely and fairly, with very little room for trip ups. We have made a few enquiries about timings etc. and have never had anything but clear, consistent clarification. We are very happy with everything. And our son -- who matters the most -- is thriving.
Aug 21st, 2021

May 14th, 2021