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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from B F (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025

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The staff that run the nursery day to day are absolutely amazing! One staff member in particular is wonderful and so kind and helpful. All the staff are very kind and polite and everyone always says hello.
The downside for me, unfortunately, is the cost.
Although we are very happy with the nursery

setting and the amazing staff, the cost is a lot to consider.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from K N (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025

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Our child has been attending Saltway for 5 months now and he really enjoys his time there. Although wary to start with the staff were excellent at building his confidence and earning his trust. The nursery has been great with daily communication and updates using the app. We can see what he's eaten,

how long he slept and when he was changed. The highlight is the photo and brief description of what activities he has been doing and what he's enjoyed. We're very happy with our experience at Saltway and love seeing our child learn and gain more and more confidence.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from C G (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025

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We are very happy with Saltway Day Nursery, the staff are all welcoming, kind, caring people who our son and us are very fond of, making it much easier leaving our son in their care all day. The staff do an incredible job looking after all the children making every day exciting for them, giving them

precious learning experiences through both structured and free play, and allowing them to to discover themselves individually as well as in a group. This is particularly important to my partner and I as our son is an only child.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from M H (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2025

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My son loves his time at Saltway Nursery. He is so happy going in every morning and enjoys the range of activities and toys on offer. They spend plenty of time outside doing crafts and other creative tasks. These activities have really helped his development. All of the staff are fantastic and this

makes it so much easier to leave your child with them. They always provide a brilliant debrief and it's supported by good information on the management system.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Nursery Manager at Saltway Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are very happy to hear how comfortable you feel leaving your son with us and that he enjoys all the activities the staff plan.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025

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My daughter started in 2023, at 15 months old. The first room she was in she settled into incredibly well and very quickly. The girls working with my daughter have always shown so much care and love towards her, I felt so relieved that my daughter was happy and enjoying her time there after me being

so nervous that she was even attending nursery.
They do so many daily activities, all with updates and photos through their app. Outside playtime is also a daily thing, which is important to growing children!
The food is exciting and fresh, the menu's totally varied, fish (which my daughter still won't eat at home but eats at nursery), curries, roast dinners, pasta, soup (even gazpacho in the summer!), pies, and however many more different foods, which I think is an amazing variety for children. Healthy snacks at snack times, and puddings daily also.
Any incidents which happened have been reported very quickly to me, helping me feel my daughter's safe.
I could go on, but out of space.

Reply from Alba A Gascon, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are so happy to hear how pleased you are with the nursery and the staff caring for your little one, and how easy they made your adaptation to your child starting nursery. It means so much to us!

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025

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My daughter has started at Saltway this month and the overall experience has been so positive. She loves her days there and is happy and smiley when I collect her. I love the updates in the app in the day letting me know what she's been up to and I feel like the staff care for her like their own. Highly

recommend!

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Nursery Manager at Saltway Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely words and positive feedback. The team will be so pleased to hear this, it is much appreciated.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Sorin M (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2025

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Since my son joined in 2023, the team has done so many amazing things for him that it's hard to list them all-but here are just a few highlights. One staff member has been helping him develop his creativity and language skills. Another has encouraged him to explore mixing paints, fostering both his

creativity and fine motor skills. One has supported his focus on solving puzzles, helping him strengthen his problem-solving and numeracy skills. Another has been guiding him during activities with his friends to build towers and laughing as they tumbled down, promoting his social development and sense of fun.
It's also amazing to have access to the app, where I can see details of his day-like how long he slept, what he ate, and how he played. It's so reassuring as a parent to feel connected to his daily experiences.
A huge thank you to management and the entire team for everything you've done to help him grow and for creating such a supportive, stimulating environment. I'm truly grateful.

Reply from Alba A Gascon, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Thank you so much for your kind words, It is really lovely to read that you feel connected to his daily experiences during his time at nursery - that is exactly what we want! I will make sure to share this with the team, we are really grateful too to work alongside such wonderful families!

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Serena M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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Our daughter has attended Smart Tots Nursery since the age of 10 months and the wonderful staff has helped her learn and thrive, growing in the happy, confident and smart little girl she is. Their dedication, care, early years experience have been pivotal in ensuring our daughter has a great time, she

is so happy when I tell her in the morning it's another nursery day. The staff provides excellent and diverse play and learning activities, both indoors and outdoors. The food is healthy and cooked on the premises, the menu is varied on a weekly rotation and the staff is very attentive to food intolerance's/allergies. Opening times are very convenient for working parents and Smart Tots offers extra early drop off / late pick up options, which we have used in the past. All in all we are so pleased with our choice as we have peace of mind that when our little one is not with us she is in a stimulating, nurturing environment she loves and where she can learn and have fun.

Reply from Alba A Gascon, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are very happy to hear how comfortable you feel leaving your little one under our care and how happy your daughter is coming to nursery everyday. It means the world to us.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from Paul C (Father of Child) published on 27 January 2025

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Currently have a 2 year old in Pioneers, my older son also attended the nursery.
Can't speak more highly of the amazing people here. From the awesome manager to the amazing team who look after my little boy. Saltway is a brilliant nursery and such a warm and excellent environment; my children have

thrived here! Couldn't recommend it more highly!

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Nursery Manager at Saltway Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are with the running of the nursery and the care we are able to provide.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from J W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2025

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My husband and I are very happy with Saltway Day Nursery. The staff are amazing! They are very attentive, friendly and supportive. Our son is always happy to go into nursery and has thrived being here. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Nursery Manager at Saltway Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are with the nursery and thank you for your thoughtful words regarding the staff.

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Review of
Saltway Day Nursery
from J M (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2025

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The staff have been excellent at accommodating my son's needs as he initially struggled to sleep well at nursery, but we worked together and it's much better now. He also had eczema, which they were really good at managing. In general, my son has grown in confidence so much since starting nursery, and

is more comfortable in social situations as a result. Everything is well-considered and love the updates throughout the day, on the app. The food menu is varied, exposing children to different types of food, which is great. All in all very happy with the nursery. The only other thing to note is fees have gone up quite a bit in the last year, but it's hard to know how much of that is due to increasing running costs.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Nursery Manager at Saltway Day Nursery

Many thanks for your review. It is lovely to hear how well your son is doing, and thank you for your kind words in regards to the staff; it is much appreciated.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Lucy B (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2023

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We looked around several nurseries before choosing Smart Tots for our 1-year-old and could not be happier with our decision. The manager is superb and has been a pleasure to deal with. The staff are all incredibly caring (many longstanding) and engaged with my daughter who loves going in every day to

take part in lots of messy and fun activities which I can see on the brilliant app. The lack of official parking and outside play space hasn't been an issue to date with all other aspects (including the excellent opening hours) making up for this. Thank you Smart Tots for being the best nursery team a full-time working mum could wish for!

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from E R (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2023

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All the staff are welcoming and friendly. My child is happy to be left with any of them, not just her key worker. My child is well socialised and gets plenty of variety during her time at nursery. The app is really useful for keeping updated throughout the day and we really look forward to seeing photos

of what she has been up to each day.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

We really appreciate your kind words; many thanks for leaving your review.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from S B (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023

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Cannot recommend this nursery any more. My child has settled in so quickly, and the transition from her old nursery has been smoother than we could ever have wished for. The staff are so lovely, the communication is second to none, and she literally runs in there excited every single day. We only wish

we’d moved her sooner!
Thanks to all staff at Smart Tots!

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are with the nursery and the care we are able to provide for your daughter.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from K M (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022

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Amazing staff. Friendly. Caring. The warmth you feel from the minute the door opens is incredible. I feel that my child is always safe, loved and cared for, just the same as I am with them. They are all informative, very knowledgeable about my child and very forthcoming with how the day has gone. You

cant ask for more when it comes to Smart Tots staff. I love how they make you feel confident with every one of them. When my child gets to the door ready for the day, the smile that beams from their face are amazing. The food is excellent. A good variety every week. Milk feeds to nappy changes, and the app is excellent and easy to use.
The play time outside is a firm favourite for my child. The activities in the day are brilliant and change all the time. I can’t ask for more, and I won’t because what they offer is brilliant. Thank you, Smart Tots.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Many thanks for your review; we really appreciate your kind words.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from K H (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2021

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Our little boy has been going to Smart Tots since he was 12-months-old. We have always found the nursery to be excellent, from the caring staff to the activities they do and the array of meals provided. Would thoroughly recommend this nursery. We have never found anything that isn't too much trouble

for them. Very accommodating to any requests.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Hannah S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2021

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My daughter has been attending Smart Tots since she was 9 months old, I’m extremely happy with the service they give. Since the first settling-in session, she has had a smile on her face every time she is handed over to one of the staff members. The app is amazing and keeps me updated every 1-2 hours

on what she’s eaten/toilet/slept/played with. All the staff are very friendly (although I haven’t met many due to Covid) the Manager always puts me at ease and explains everything for me. They have followed my routine I have given them for what I do with my daughter at home. I’m extremely happy with the service and would highly recommend it.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Noemi D (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2021

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We couldn't be happier with Smart Tots. The girls and the manager have been great. My daughter is happy and enjoying her time at the nursery. She has plenty of learning opportunities through play. Thank you very much, Smart Tots, for helping us and my daughter in this difficult time, Covid-19.

Reply from Alec Hodson, MD at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

We really appreciate your kind words - it's been a difficult time, but we're proud to have played our part in keeping life enjoyable for the children.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from L H (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2021

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My daughter has been attending this setting since January 2020. Her confidence has grown massively! I truly believe they have helped her so much, become the bright and bubbly character she is today! The manager and the girls work incredibly hard, and they are one of a kind. It takes a lot to trust your

child with someone else, but Smart Tots is a family.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Many thanks for your review. It is lovely to hear how well your daughter is doing in regards to her confidence, and thank you for your kind words in regards to the staff; it is much appreciated.

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Review of
Smart Tots Nursery Banbury
from Gemma C (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020

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This nursery is just what we were looking for. Our daughter has settled in from the moment she arrived at 9 months old. The staff were and still are kind, caring, friendly and extremely helpful. They put the needs of the children at the centre of their focus. They put us at ease returning to work and

we would highly recommend this nursery to anyone. The whole running of the nursery is fantastic and we have no negatives to share.

Reply from Pav Bilkhu, Manager at Smart Tots Nursery Banbury

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are with the running of the nursery and care we are able to provide for your daughter.

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