Day Nurseries Owned by Jesters

9.4 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
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Jesters' aim is to help every child flourish and reach their full potential; to be the exemplar place of learning through play, the ‘go to place’ for childcare.

Jesters’ play spaces are innovative and stimulating and they offer a welcoming, enabling and safe settings promoting a ‘natural’ feel to create both stimulating and calming learning environments for all children. Jesters help your child increase self- confidence, independence and their readiness for school.

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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Horseshoe Farm, Main Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford CM3 4EX 

9.7 62 reviews
"Our son joined Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School Bicknacre in November 2024, and we've all been made to feel so welcome. Great…"   Read all 62 reviews
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Jesters' beautiful, purpose-built, cedar wood Nursery and dedicated Baby Cottage specialise in nurturing under 3s with babies and children spending their formative years focusing on care, wellbeing and learning through play. The semi-rural, intimate… Read more about Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Armistice Avenue, Springfield, Beaulieu, Chelmsford CM1 6DT 

9.4 46 reviews
"As a parent, choosing the right nursery for your child is such a daunting and nervous time, but I have been so impressed with Jesters Day…"   Read all 46 reviews
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Jesters Childcare has a fantastic purpose-built nursery on the outskirts of the city of Chelmsford nestled right next to the Beaulieu Park School, the first 'Through School' in Essex! The nursery has three large bright and airy rooms dedicated to… Read more about Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

The Old School House, Main Road, Danbury, Chelmsford CM3 4NQ 

9.0 32 reviews
"Since joining Jesters my son has changed and grown so much. He's become so much more outgoing, confident and really enjoys his nursery days…"   Read all 32 reviews
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Jesters Nursery School in the heart of Danbury village is a "Home of School Readiness'. Set in the historic, Victorian ‘Old School House’, steeped in children’s learning and education, and headed up by the qualified teaching team, children prepare for… Read more about Jesters Nursery School Danbury

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Jesters Reviews (140)

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Jesters has a Group Review Score of 9.4 (9.350) 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 Jesters must have a Review Score.

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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

from Lauren M (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since joining Jesters my son has changed and grown so much. He's become so much more outgoing, confident and really enjoys his nursery days and seeing all his friends. The school readiness programme has been brilliant for him and he is really enjoying learning new things and practising what he's learnt
at home. His vocabulary amazes me now and he always wants to do things himself or show me things he's learnt. He is getting very excited for school in September but it will be a sad time when he has to leave Jesters as he has formed lovely relationships with all the staff and other children.

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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

from J S (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter was at the Bickenacre setting since she was 10 months old which we were very happy with. Last September our daughter moved to Danbury to start the readiness program, since starting this she has thrived. Jesters have a very creative and fun way of teaching the children while preparing them
for school when they start in September. My daughter loves it at Jesters and I cannot recommend both Danbury highly enough.

Reply from Hollie Russell, Servicewide Nursery School & Curriculum Lead at Jesters Nursery School Danbury

That's such wonderful feedback! We're so pleased to hear that your daughter has thrived since joining the School Readiness Programme at Jesters Danbury. It's fantastic to know she loves her time at Jesters and we truly appreciate your kind words about our creative and fun approach to learning. With school approaching, I cannot wait to see her develop even further.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from R S (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a parent, choosing the right nursery for your child is such a daunting and nervous time, but I have been so impressed with Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School. Having already seen how well my nephew thrived, this gave me comfort and confidence that choosing Jesters was the best decision for my own
child. The staff are amazing, they always communicate well with us and keep us fully updated on how our child is doing each day. My child loves going in and it is very clear that he has such a great bond with his teachers. Since starting Jesters, his learning and development has just grown and grown. As parents, we could not be prouder of how well our child is doing and how well cared for he is by all staff.

Reply from Becky Tutte, Servicewide Compliance Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We love having your little one with us and are really pleased to hear that they are doing so well.


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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from Chloe C (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son joined Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School Bicknacre in November 2024, and we've all been made to feel so welcome. Great communication on how he's been settling in, detailed updates on the app, and lovely to know he's experiencing a variety of activities/food/socialising.
Thank you!

Reply from Jennie Gregory, Nursery Manager at Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review and for giving us feedback. We love looking after your son - he has settled in so well.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from Holly D (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School Beaulieu is a lovely nursery. Both of my sons have attended and they have thrived under their care. The staff are always very welcoming, warm and caring. Safeguarding measures are excellent. We receive regular updates of activities throughout the day on the app, and
at pick-up we get a brief summary of our child's day from staff. My oldest son has recently started Primary School and the transition was very easy with the skills and confidence he gained at Jesters. I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Beaulieu Manager, Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your lovely comments. It is a pleasure to have your little one here with us and we are so happy to hear that the school transistion was a smooth one.


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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from J S (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Fantastic 'Come and see my Classroom' event held at Jesters this evening.
Beautiful setting, professional staff and amazing campfire led by a professional forest school educator.
So lovely to see the nursery fully set up with the lovely activities and staff around to speak with about anything, at
drop off and pick up we collect from outside so it's perfect having the opportunity to 'go inside' on this event and similar, and see where they play and learn.
Really enjoyed the homely feel in the Baby Cottage and the role play hospital in the Squirrels room.
Delicious food on offer which is the same provided to the children!
Lovely autumnal evening followed by toasting a marshmallow!

Reply from Jennie Gregory, Nursery Manager at Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to write this review. We really enjoyed this event and having the opportunity to spend time with your family. We can't wait to do it again soon!We love caring for your daughter and having you all in our Jesters family - thank you


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from E L (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Jesters Day Nursery has been a fantastic place for both my son and, before him, my daughter. The staff in every room are incredibly attentive and genuinely care for the children. They encourage learning through play, fostering creativity and curiosity. Also, the nursery is always clean. I genuinely
recommend Jesters.

Reply from Beaulieu Manager, Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for choosing Jesters to be part of both your children's journeys it has been a pleasure, we thank you for your lovely words.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from V A (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were a bit nervous about sending our child to nursery at first but within a couple of weeks, we saw how settled he became and he was so excited to go in each morning. He absolutely idolises his key workers and has made some lovely friendships with the other children. Jesters Day Nursery are good
at keeping the app up to date with our child's activity throughout the day and we get a full debrief when we come to collect him. Whenever we have any concerns or questions, the staff have always gone above and beyond to help/advise us. I wholeheartedly trust the staff with the safety and welfare of our child. Jesters is perfect for our little boy and I would definitely recommend them as a nursery.

Reply from Beaulieu Manager, Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, it is lovely to have you and your little one as part of the Jesters family.


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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from N I (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

For the last three and a half years my daughter has attended Jesters Bicknacre and Preschool at Danbury. From her first steps to learning phonics, Jesters has been the most amazing place which will hold a special place in our hearts forever.
Not only do Jesters do everything they can to ensure the
children are thriving and meeting the criteria for their age, they get so many real-life experiences - going on the bus, and visits from a dentist, picnics at the parks and much more!
We could not have asked for anything more out of a nursery.

Reply from Jennie Gregory, Under 3's Nursery Manager at Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Thank you so much for your review. It has been a pleasure to care for your daughter and she will be very missed by all of the team here at Bicknacre and Danbury. We know she will thrive at school, and we are over the moon that we will still be a part of her life in our out of school provision at Bicknacre.


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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has absolutely flourished at Danbury doing the school readiness programme. He has just soaked up everything and is so ready for school in September. His independence and confidence have grown so much, with the help of the wonderful staff. The activities they do, and the learning opportunities
are so well thought out, always with the children and their learning in mind. He has made some lovely friendships and has thrived there. It will be a bittersweet moment the day we leave. We have been with Jesters for nearly 4 years and they have given him the best start he could possibly ask for. I love that it's a small nursery with a lovely character.

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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from Becky P (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to Jesters at Bicknacre. She attends 2 days a week and is thriving. The staff are amazing. The girls in her room have already built a great bond with her and she loves them. My daughter suffers from multiple allergies and they have handled this well and provided an alternative
suited for her. We love the fact her Nursery has a wonderful outdoor area and they use it in all weathers. They have made my transition to being a first-time working mum a wonderful, seamless one. We love being part of the Jesters Family.

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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from M C (Father of Child) published on 30 April 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our Child has attended Jesters for several years - it is a great setting with exceptional staff. They have been very happy there and made several friends. Bolt-on hours at either end of the day fit well around work. Very much recommended.

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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from Phoebe D (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is absolutely thriving at Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School after being there for a couple of months! The girls in the baby cottage are so lovely and have a great bond with him. It's also so lovely to get the updates of what he's been doing throughout the day via the app. What sold it to me was
the large outside area for the children as my son loves being outside, no matter what weather.
It's not easy to leave your baby with someone else but the staff at Jesters has made the transition so much easier and smoother, there's a real family feel there.

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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

from Ahmed N (Father of Child) published on 4 April 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

My son has been with them for 1 year. Was good at the start but when one of the managers left everything was so bad. Three months ago they didn’t put my son's medicine in his bag and I had to call 111 for emergency medicine, they put wet clothes in his school bag without putting them first in a plastic
bag, they called me to pick up my son because they say he getting over-excited. It is just disgusting, if you love your child please don’t bring here.
Update, in the end I have to take my son out of this place for his best.

Reply from Madeline Barratt, Communications and Compliance Director at Jesters Nursery School Danbury

This reviewer is posting in all our settings in an undeserved attempt to damage our reputation. The well-being and welfare of the children in our care is our prime consideration at all times. It would be inappropriate to address the concerns raised here individually. The issues were fully addressed at the time and any necessary changes were implemented. We're the first to acknowledge any need for change and always work closely with parents to address concerns. Our approach is professional and considered but sadly this isn't always reciprocated by parents despite our best efforts. We acknowledge that not all children are suited to all settings; we simply ask that parents also recognise this and if there is a need to find a more appropriate setting they do so without attempting to damage the reputation of a good provider as this reviewer is trying to do. Our settings speak for themselves and we welcome visitors to come along to have a look and speak with our staff and form their own judgements.


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Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

from J R (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful nursery with exceptional staff! My baby girl is thriving at Jesters. She loves every single day there! She's come along in leaps and bounds since she started (in January). She's grown in independence and confidence. Her language skills are developing fast: she's using (and trying to say) more
words, and her vocabulary is widening. Her days are both fun-filled and educational. This is thanks to the phenomenal team of highly skilled practitioners. I don't have the words to describe the dedication, warmth, positivity and thoughtfulness of this team. They've exceeded my expectations in every way! Communications with parents are excellent (in person, via the app, over the phone). The team has gone above and beyond to welcome and support us (e.g. with settling in). We feel like family. My baby girl clearly feels loved and well cared for. Her bonds with staff are strong. This is a special nursery in many ways. But for me, the staff make the setting, and here the staff are truly outstanding.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased your daughter is enjoying her nursery life and that you are pleased with the staff, setting and communication. We love having you all as part of the Jesters family.


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Jesters Nursery School Danbury

from N P (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2023
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has absolutely loved his time at Jesters in Danbury. The whole team have been amazing from the moment we contacted by email and communications have continued to be fantastic. My child absolutely adores the staff caring for him, so much so he has asked if he can attend more days. My son settled
in so quickly with the team, and I appreciate the time they take to update me on how his day has been when I collect him. He has had so many new and different experiences at the nursery, and we have all been delighted with all the different activities he has been doing at the nursery. I am so happy we were lucky enough to find a place here and I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Nursery School Danbury

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We have loved having your son in our care and welcoming you all to the Jesters family.
We are so pleased you have been happy with the care and education provided at our Danbury setting.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from Sarah J (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2023
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with Jesters, my son has thrived under their care and is always happy to be going to nursery. The staff are responsive to any concerns or changes that I wish to make to my son's routine.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased your son enjoys coming to nursery and you have seen him thrive. We love having you all as part of the Jesters family.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from V W (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2023
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has been brilliant at developing and caring for my child. She has come on leaps over the last year and that is in large part to her time at Jesters.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your lovely review. We love being part of your daughter's journey and watching her grow. We are so pleased to have you as part of the Jesters family


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from E C (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2023
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nursery have been really open and accommodating at meeting my son's needs and listening with us in order to do this. Very happy with everything overall.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear you are pleased with your son's care. We love having you all as part of the Jesters Family.


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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

from Dean W (Father of Child) published on 20 September 2023
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Jesters is a great nursery for my son. He has been here for almost 2 years now and his development continues to impress us due to the stimulation he receives here.

Reply from Emma Green, Business Manager at Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to hear you are happy with the care your son is receiving. We love having you all as part of our Jesters family and watching your little one grow and develop with us.


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