Day Nurseries Owned by Barnardo's in Gloucestershire

8.9 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
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Barnardo's Locations in Gloucestershire (3)

 

3 Day Nurseries owned by Barnardo's in Gloucestershire

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Pebbles Nursery

Bloomfield Terrace, Linden, Gloucester GL1 5QQ 

3 reviews
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Hilltop Nursery

Latimer Road, Cinderford GL14 2QA 

9.1 4 reviews
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  • Nursery School
  • 26 Places
Finlay Nursery

Tredworth Road, Gloucester GL4 6TL 

9.3 18 reviews
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  • 26 Places

Barnardo's Reviews in Gloucestershire (25)

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Barnardo's has a Group Review Score of 8.9 (8.928) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Barnardo's must have a Review Score.

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Hilltop Nursery

from N P (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2024

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been with Hilltops Nursery for nearly 2 years and was struggling with her speech before starting there, she's now absolutely thriving. I couldn't be happier and they've helped her a lot, definitely recommend.

Reply from Katherine Roberts, Early Years Team Manager at Hilltop Nursery

Thank you for your valued feedback and recommendation, which has been shared with the team at Hilltop. We are so pleased to hear that your daughter is thriving at Hilltop Nursery and that the staff have worked with you to get the best possible outcomes for your daughter. Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback - it is appreciated.


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Hilltop Nursery

from A W (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2024

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A great little set-up and a fantastic nursery. The children have always had plenty of choice of things to make, do or play with and more is always available to ensure each child is included, the outdoor space is equally as good as the indoor space and the children are regularly encouraged to do activities
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The staff are a real credit to the nursery and make it a comfortable and inviting place for the children, even those who are a little less willing! Each child is treated with kindness and respect, and so are the parents.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone!

Reply from Katherine Roberts, Early Years Team Manager at Hilltop Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review of Hilltop Nursery. It has been shared with the staff.


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Hilltop Nursery

from T M (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2024

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A well supplied little nursery, with a lovely little outside garden area, safe away from any roads and very close to a public park. The team are great. My child has attended this nursery for over 2 years. The overall experience has been very positive.

Reply from Katherine Roberts, Early Years Team Manager at Hilltop Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy that you have had a very positive experience at Hilltop Nursery.


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Hilltop Nursery

from L M (Father of Child) published on 20 May 2024

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with how this nursery is run. Having sent both my children to this nursery; I am confident that my child is left in a safe fun environment where they are able to be safe and comfy. All staff are easily approachable and nothing is ever too much for them. Staff keep me informed of how my
child's day has been on pick up. The nursery is full of resources that aid in my child's development.

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Finlay Nursery

from Stacey T (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall we are pleased with our choice of nursery. Staff are friendly, approachable and always available to talk. My son enjoys his time here and is always excited to return. He has achieved many milestones with their support and developed lots of new skills. Staff are passionate and always developing
new creative ways and areas such as the new forest garden and the water play for the children, keeping their learning exciting and fresh.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. We always welcome feedback and are pleased your son is enjoying his time with us.


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Finlay Nursery

from K N (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at the nursery go above and beyond individually for the children. Staff are approachable. And ensure an abundance of activities for the children wether it's inside or outside. I am always given and happy with the feedback given for my children. Social skills are very important and it appears
my children are thriving with this support. I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Natalie White, Early Years Lead at Finlay Nursery

hank you for taking the time to review our nursery, we value your comments and it's wonderful to read your children is doing so well. We will pass your feedback on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Tavia G (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can’t recommend enough, my daughter has come on leaps and bounds, the staff are friendly and helpful and very attentive to the children’s needs. They keep you updated with their activities weekly, overall very happy with my choice to send my child here.

Reply from Natalie White, Early Years Lead at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery, we value your comments and it's wonderful to read your daughter is doing so well. We will pass your feedback on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from L P (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very welcoming and always explain to me what they have been up to in their sessions. My son always comes out smiling, his speech has become better throughout and has become more confident and independent. Also, he is always excited to get back to it when we arrive at the school gates.

Reply from Natalie White, Early Years Lead at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery, we value your comments and it's wonderful to read your son is doing so well. We will pass your feedback on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from N W (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery, my child has really come out of his shell since attending. Staff always make sure the children have different fun learning activities on a daily basis. Children do a lot of outdoor learning in their forest school section. Staff are very friendly and accommodate the children's individual
needs. Would highly recommend it.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery, we value your comments and it's wonderful to read your son is doing so well. We will pass your feedback on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Whitney W (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery teacher is absolutely amazing! Couldn't recommend her enough. When my youngest is old enough, I will 100% be using Finlay. My little one absolutely loved going every day and he still asks about the teacher now.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. We welcome your feedback and will share your comments with the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from K B (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am really happy with how my child has settled in with the nursery; she loves the staff and her friends and has come on so well. I worried at first that she wouldn't settle as she was a lockdown baby, but even when she's not feeling 100%, she wants to go.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for your review. We are really pleased you can see your daughter's progression and that she is so settled. Your feedback and comments will be shared with the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Laura Y (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful staff. They are so kind and caring. My little boy loved going every day and still talks about the manager even now. It's a nice setting too with lots of resources and facilities. The outside space is huge and the kids get outside every day no matter the weather!

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for your review. It's lovely to hear how much the children enjoy their time with us. We will share your comments with the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Amy T (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't fault Finley Nursery, the manager is an amazing teacher. She goes above and beyond for the children. I would highly recommend Finley Nursery for your little ones to start their new adventure. They do all sorts of activities, get stuck in with all events. I can't thank you enough.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery and sharing your thoughts. The best recommendation we can receive is one from our families. We will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Rose C (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with how my child has developed so well since going here. The staff are so friendly and listen to any concerns I have and help where they can. They always keep me updated on the progress of my child.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

It's really good to hear how well your child is developing. Thank you for taking the time to write your review and share your thoughts. We will ensure your feedback is passed on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Oana N (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

For my son it was not very easy settling at nursery, especially because of the language barrier (English is not his main language) but thanks to the manager and Finlay Nursery staff he started to enjoy the time spent in there.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our nursery. It's great to hear your son is feeling more settled and enjoying his time with us. We will ensure your feedback is shared with the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from C V (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely staff, who really care for the children they look after. The nursery has lots of different sensory areas for children to be creative and develop their skills, from the soft play to the forest garden. Kids get to be kids in a safe, secure place. Always felt welcome and my child absolutely loved
every day they spent at Finlay Nursery. Was amazing hearing all the exciting new things she experienced, from cooking banana bread to 'going on a bear hunt' or for me to see all the beautiful artwork she had done.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for your review of our nursery. We very much value your feedback and will pass your comments onto the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from C D (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loved his time here. The staff are absolutely fantastic and you can clearly see they are in the right job! Each day my son came home happy and always looked forward to going each morning. He learnt so much there, the staff just have the gift to make learning fun for the kids so they
do so without even realising. The staff there are like an extension of your family. I always felt like I had a shoulder to cry/talk on, they're so supportive in all aspects of family life should you need it. When it came to my son leaving ready to go to big school he was devastated. He really didn't want to leave and wanted to go back each day after school. As a parent, to see that just makes you so happy. I can not recommend this nursery enough. The staff are amazing, they create the best environment for your child to learn and grow. It's just brilliant.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

It means so much to staff to receive reviews, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We are fortunate to work with amazing children and their families, and it's so rewarding to hear how much your child enjoyed nursery. Will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from Kanika Y (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Finlay nursery was absolutely amazing with my son, they went above and beyond to understand and work with my son's complex medical disabilities. As my son's carer, I had a lot of anxiety about having to allow someone else to look after him and teach him, but everyone at Finlay made me feel so comfortable
and was always so lovely and reassuring whenever I would ring to check in on my son.
I do not have a single fault to say about Finlay Nursery, especially when they were helping my son transition into reception, they just excelled so much.
And without them, there is no way my son would've been ready for reception and doing as well as he is now!

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Very valued feedback, thank you for your review. It's great to hear that your son is doing so well at school and how the nursery played a part in this. Your review will be shared with the team, thank you again.


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Finlay Nursery

from Rosie H (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Finlay Nursery are amazing! I can't recommend them enough. My son has a lot of extra dietary and physical needs which the nursery accommodated for so wonderfully and every day my son felt included through the adjustments Finlay put in place. Finlay also did a great job at preparing my son (and me!)
for the transition to school. I felt my son's social skills massively improved with attending Finlay and the team were always doing fun, interesting things to really engage the children. The Finlay Team are wonderful and I'm so glad we choose this nursery.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to make your review. Inclusion is important to us, so it's really good to hear your experience. Your feedback and comments will be shared with the team.


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Finlay Nursery

from T B (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since Finlay has been taken over with new staff, I can't thank the manager and her team enough for what they have done and will carry on doing for my child. She's exceeding in all areas, they do a lot of creativeness, outside and messy plays. Communication is amazing, the manager will inform you with
any details you need to know, and she goes above and beyond and will help you with anything. My child is happy and loves attending Finlay nursery.

Reply from Jenny Sexton, Senior Administrator at Finlay Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. It's really rewarding for us to hear your child loves nursery and is doing so well. Your feedback and comments will be shared with the team.


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