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Saffron Pre-school
from S K (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2024

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The staff are absolutely wonderful, made my little one feel very confident in her new environment, always smiling and never minded me asking too many questions, which they would answer happily even if it is silly! Are very mindful of our traditions and very understanding when the little one is poorly!
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environment is always clean and tidy they come up with great activities that keep little ones intrigued while they are learning! They are absolutely smashing it and would recommend it to anyone who asks!
Thanks for all you do.

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Review of
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from R B (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2024

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My daughter goes to the nursery part-time and loves it. The staff are great really friendly, and helpful they are all loving and kind towards the children and adults. Great areas inside and out lots to do, lots of sensory elements, and great routine, and just a very nice environment.
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shirts or jumpers with their logo on would really help with the cost of clothes and only wear the uniform tops.

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Review of
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from Adam T (Father of Child) published on 28 June 2024

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Amazing nursery with the best staff who have really looked after my son. I appreciate all the hard work staff put in to make sure children are comfortable.
One of the best things about this nursery is how flexible they are with their time compared to other nurseries. Responses are quick. I have and

would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your recommendation. We try to be flexible when we can to support our families. It has been a pleasure to look after your son.

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Review of
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from Z A (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024

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Very good with the kids educating and teaching them daily routines also kids have lots of fun while at their care there are good tel-tel signs when the kids are not refusing to go to preschool in the morning we have two kids going there, we and the kids are so happy we will happily send our third little

one in September, he is visiting the preschool with his siblings and can't wait to start. So overall fantastic staff and fantastic management, thank you so much.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your kind words; it has been a pleasure to have your children, and we look forward to the little one joining us. It is important to us that children are happy and feel safe with us.

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Review of
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from Rajeshwari J (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2023

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Happy with the staff of the Saffron Preschool for handling all the learning issues effectively that my child is having. I was worried about my child adapting to the nursery, but he has been included easily in the environment and has improved in his understanding skills so far. Thank you all so much

for your help and support throughout the year.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely words, and it was a pleasure to have your child. It is important to us that all children feel included, and we are happy your child was able to access our environment. Our staff team were more than happy to help.

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Review of
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from Nada P (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022

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So far, I am happy my child shared experience in preschool.
He started to enjoy inside and outside playing with other children. He started slowly learning how to become independent. He enjoys most, and he comes home happy. So, thank you.

Reply from Lynette Wilson-Sweet, COM at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your kind words. It has been lovely watching him grow in himself from the shy boy who started with us to the one we have now. We have really enjoyed caring for and teaching him.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Lydia M (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2022

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My child always runs in happy to pre-school here. He loves his time here. And his behaviour is always managed correctly and professionally. Staff are always informative on my child's day and time at pre-school.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely feedback. Not only does he run in, he often gives cuddles as he is pleased to see the staff. There is always lots to tell you as he is so busy during the day.

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Review of
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from Elizabeth C (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2022

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There isn’t anything wrong with the nursery but it really needs the ramp rethinking as too many kids are being hurt running up it or running down it. All the nursery workers are great
and my daughter loves it there.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your feedback. We love having her, and it has been great to watch her develop and grow into the confident child she is now. I am sorry you see the ramp as a danger to children; it is something they may come across in their lives in a public space, and we do encourage the children to walk down it rather than run.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Zahra C (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022

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Excellent preschool. The staff are so accommodating with my daughter, who has additional needs. They go above and beyond to ensure that she has the best possible preschool experience. They have a great balance of being on hand and still teaching the children independence, a very nurturing and caring

environment. The two indoor rooms are free-flow and have plenty of engaging activities. The outside area is very varied with activities for the children. Overall, a lovely setting with very kind and well-informed staff.

Reply from Stacey Francis, COM at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review and great feedback on our staff team.

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Review of
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from Sharnie S (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022

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My daughter started this preschool in January, and I could not wish for a better place for her to be. The staff are amazing in every way and very considerate of my child. My little one enjoys every session she goes to. They send me photos and update me on what she does throughout the day, and I generally

see a difference in my child. Since attending, she has started to talk and interact with is amazing. The staff work so hard to make sure the children are happy and cared for, and I would highly recommend this nursery to other parents. I give this a full star rating.

Reply from Stacey Francis, COM at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased your daughter is loving nursery and great feedback on the staff team.

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Review of
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from Demi J (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022

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The staff are absolutely amazing. They are very welcoming and make you feel at ease. I love the fact that they communicate with me about everything that is going on with my child on a daily basis. I have never had any questions unanswered and can always get hold of them if I need to. The facilities

for the children are brilliant; they have lots of indoor and outdoor activities, and there is something there that every child would enjoy playing with. It is very secure, so you feel at ease knowing your child is safe. I would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone I know thinking of where to take their child. Overall, fabulous nursery, and I hope they are still going in many, many years.

Reply from Stacey Francis, COM at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review on our staff team and facilities.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022

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Saffron Pre-School is a very good school. My son really enjoys it there. He's been going since last September and has come out of his shell alot. He enjoys all activities they provide for him. The staff are very nice and make me and my son feel very welcome. He's making friends and learning well. His

speech has been coming along nicely since going to the school. The staff give him plenty of support with his learning. So I'm very happy with the school.

Reply from Stacey Francis, COM at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review and we are glad your son is enjoying it and is settled.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Kathryn B (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021

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Lovely staff members and environment. My daughter has gone here for the past two years and has thrived massively. The staff members are all friendly and always have a smile on their faces, even through the pandemic, they have looked after and made sure all the children have had some normality during

uncertain times. My daughter has gone from barely talking and not the greatest confidence at 2-years-old to a thriving 4-year-old, who amazes me every day with new information she has learnt!
I would 100% recommend this nursery.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

It has been lovely to watch her grow and become the confident, chatty child she is now.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Charni H (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021

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The staff at this preschool are so welcoming and also very amazing with the children. They remain calm and reassuring under pressure. My daughter has loved every moment at this preschool and enjoyed going to every session. She has also come so far in her social skills and creativity since going here,

which is amazing. I recommend this preschool to any parent that would love a great start to their child path in their education.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you, and she has always skipped in with a smile and a greeting.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Sinead B (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021

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My son has been going to this preschool since February 2021. Before starting, the only persons he had interaction with was close family due to Covid. He had never been to a ball pit or park due to Covid, so lacked a lot of confidence around people and also had separation anxiety. With help of this preschool,

my son has blossomed into a confident little individual well on the way to achieving more and more confidence.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you, and it has been a pleasure to watch his confidence grow.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Marta C (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2020

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This is an excellent nursery/preschool. My daughter is almost four, she joined last September, and she absolutely loves the place. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The premises are spacious, safe and well secured. There aren't too many children attending which makes it an even safer place during

the pandemic. I would strongly recommend this nursery. Thank you.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your kind words, and we are pleased your daughter loves our preschool.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Skye C (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2020

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This nursery is very recommended. My son was very shy and didn't have very good speech until he attended this nursery and he absolutely loves it. His speech is perfect now, he shares with other children, he has very good manners and behaves very well. The teachers are very polite. Nursery is always

clean, my son's needs are always met and he has no problem explaining what he did at his days at nursery.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your positive review and that your son loves it. We value all feedback.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Kyomi N (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2020

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The preschool is really fantastic, even with the staff this year my son has really connected well with them and has developed strong relationships with all the staff. They are very good at meeting all of the children's needs and from what I have seen every child is happy to be there. Since the start

of this term and with the new staff my son has come on leaps and bounds with his communication and social skills. I couldn't be happier for my child to go to Saffron Pre-school.

Reply from Deborah Chambers, Manager at Saffron Pre-school

Thank you for your kind comments and valuable feedback.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Kodie T (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2019

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Since returning after the summer holidays I was extremely disappointed to find all previous members of staff had left because of certain changes being made by higher management. Since new staff, this school has really gone downhill. Most toys/areas are nowhere near as fun as they were. The staff are

not very friendly and welcoming at all. Honestly, the worst thing you could have done allowing the original team to leave. My son has now been pulled out of this nursery due to incompetence.

Reply from Gemma Jones, Childcare Operations Manager at Saffron Pre-school

We are sorry you feel disappointed about the changes to the staff team and that you feel your son was not having as much fun as he had previously at nursery. We understand staff changes can be unsettling for children and parents. We want to reassure you that every effort is being made to maintain the high standards of care we expect from our settings. If you would like to take the opportunity to meet with a senior manager, please contact the nursery manager who will be happy to arrange it.

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Review of
Saffron Pre-school
from Rio H (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2019

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Saffron pre-school is an outstanding school, allowing children to explore and experience new things. It offers the children so much, allowing them to learn and build friendships. The staff are AMAZING in everything they do. Couldn’t recommend it any more If I tried.

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