Howard Holdings (Poole) Ltd | 2 Day Nurseries

Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Peter C (Father of Child) published on 14 March 2025

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The management team and staff are very Communicative - the monthly newsletters to parents are interesting, and the personal approach from the owners is great. The amount of detail and daily pics in the app is wonderful. Both our kids are at OSH, with our littlest starting in the baby room in January.

Seeing her thrive in the setting over her first few weeks was wonderful. The care and commitment from key workers and other staff is noticeable. Our kids love it there.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hi Peter, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for your wonderful feedback about our nursery. It truly means a lot to us that you took the time to share your thoughts and experiences. Your kind words are not only encouraging but also serve as a reminder of why we do what we do - to provide the best care and environment for the children and families we serve. We're so grateful for your support, and we're delighted to know that our efforts have made a positive impact.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Vicki P (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024

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My daughter is in the preschool room and she cannot wait to go in each day.
She absolutely loves the team who look after her. They have so much passion for what they do and they go above and beyond.
My daughter comes home so happy and tells me about all the incredible activities she has been up too.
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cannot thank the amazing staff, they really are the best.
My daughter has been at the nursery since 10 months old and she is now 4. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

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Review of
The Old School House Cabot Lane
from G W (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024

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I would highly recommend The Old School House Cabot Lane. The setting is so lovely, the staff are so friendly and my little girl is always so happy to go in. The regular trips and their outside garden space is just wonderful for the children to explore the outside world. The chef onsite cooks the most

amazing, healthy and varied meals every day which gives me one less thing to worry about planning for! Overall, we are so happy with everything this nursery has to offer.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Robert L (Father of Child) published on 24 December 2024

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Amazing nursery, amazing staff. Go above and beyond for my little boy! He especially enjoys the extra daily activities like drama, math's, English, PE and forest school. Management always so helpful and get back to you quickly.
Overall amazing nursery!

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from E P (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2024

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Staff at The Old School House have been fantastic welcoming our little girl into the nursery. She started just after her 3rd birthday and was quite anxious starting, having been at her previous nursery since she was 8 months old. However, three staff members in particular have been fantastic and really

made sure she feels settled and secure. The nursery has a fantastic range of activities and our daughter adores the forest school on site and coming home to show us her dance moves learnt in her weekly ballet lesson. I love that she will get to play outside whatever the weather. Her speech and language is greatly improving and the nursery were proactive in giving extra support in these areas, suggesting extra resources and taking the time to meet with me and making sure we had a support plan in place. I would definitely recommend this nursery and love how happy my daughter is each day coming out and telling me about the food she's eaten, crafts made, new songs learnt and activities she's done.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your kind and thoughtful words. We are absolutely delighted that your little one has become a part of our community and it fills us with immense joy to know that our team has made a significant impact on her experience. We sincerely appreciate your recognition of the team's diligent efforts and hard work, it truly means a great deal to us. Thank you once again for your kind words.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from J S (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024

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The Old School House is such a lovely nursery - the staff are wonderful and my little girl absolutely loves her keyworkers - she talks about them all the time. They treat each child as an individual and really support parents with changes as the children grow up e.g potty training etc. The management

team are also really hands-on, keep parents updated and are very accessible for any query however small. I feel happy knowing my little girl is so well cared for when I'm at work and that makes leaving her so much easier!

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the delightful feedback you have provided regarding our staff and management team. We are truly thrilled to know that you have had such a positive and enjoyable experience with us. We are genuinely excited about the opportunity to continue caring for your little one in the future.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Christina H (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024

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Our 2-year-old started at The Old School House September 2024, after being at another nursery. Our son settled in straight away and we were made to feel very welcomed from day one. He loves going into nursery every day and always has a smile on his face. This is due to his three main workers, who are

brilliant, and make his days fun-filled and educational. He has learnt so many new things since being at The Old School House including new songs and rhymes. His enthusiasm when he comes out at the end of the day is fantastic and he can't wait to go back the next day. We would totally recommend The Old School House to any parents.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Thank you ever so much for your immensely kind and generous words. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have had such a truly wonderful and positive experience with us. Our team puts in an incredible amount of hard work and dedication, and it brings us great joy to know that their efforts have been acknowledged and appreciated. Thank you!

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from N G (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024

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The Old School staff go above and beyond for the children and parents, my son was very anxious and I felt so nervous leaving him but the management, room leaders and practitioners went above and beyond to reassure me and my son, he has learnt so much, developed amazingly, and is always telling me about

the wonderful things he does and I'm able to see this, the staff are always warm and welcoming and I can't think of a better nursery.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Thank you ever so much for your kind words. We are absolutely delighted to hear that the setting has had such a positive impact on your little one. It brings us immense joy to know that we have been able to provide significant support. We truly appreciate your gratitude. Thank you once again!

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from James K (Father of Child) published on 11 December 2024

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The Old School House is amazing. We couldn't have asked for a better group of people to hand over our child to at nine months old. The whole team have made it easy to understand, guided us throughout and entertained our child well beyond what we could do organically. We all absolutely love this place.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello, thank you ever so much for your kind and encouraging words. We are extremely proud of the dedicated team we have here, and we are absolutely delighted to know that you have had such a wonderful experience with us. It truly means a great deal to us to hear such positive feedback, and it motivates us to continue striving for excellence in everything we do.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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My daughter absolutely loves the nursery! She has been going for nearly two years now and from day one she has walked in with no hesitation. She even likes to play nursery when at home and she will pretend to be the teachers.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

I am genuinely grateful for your incredibly thoughtful and wonderful feedback. It is truly appreciated. Thank you ever so much for taking the time to share your thoughts, and we look forward to continuing to look after your little one. Thank you again.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from C S (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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Since my little boy has started The Old School House in September, he has come out of his shell so much. They have built the most incredible bond with him and he feels safe enough to go in without any tears. His speech has come on leaps and bounds, his knowledge, concepts and especially problem-solving

have excelled. They have worked absolutely wonders in the Ducklings room, and I honestly cannot thank them enough. I will continue to recommend them to everyone I come across. They are extremely welcoming, lovely and kind. They really show the children are at the core of their care, and drive to help them as much as they can! Thank you Old School House, I cannot wait to carry our journey on with you guys through the next few years. As special thank you to the ducklings team; As well as the management team, who are extremely lovely!

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello, thank you ever so much for your delightful feedback. We dedicate a tremendous amount of effort to fostering a warm and welcoming environment, and we are absolutely thrilled to hear that you appreciate our efforts. It brings us great joy to know that our hard work resonates with you. We sincerely appreciate the confidence and trust you have placed in us to take care of your beloved little one.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Grace R (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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Excellent in all areas. Always going above and beyond. The staff are fabulous and my son is always so happy when I drop him off. They offer great facilities and activities as well as home-cooked food.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

We sincerely appreciate your generous feedback, and are delighted to hear that you have experienced such an exceptional time with us. The team puts in a tremendous amount of effort, and it is truly gratifying for their hard work to be acknowledged and appreciated. Thank you wholeheartedly for placing your trust and confidence in our setting.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Shaun L (Father of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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Our child has been with the nursery for over a year and he loves it. The staff are attentive and help with regular feedback to parents. On a daily basis we get a repost of what our child has been doing, how well they have eaten/slept/etc. we also get regular photos of them having a brilliant time. The

facilities are brilliant too with a great outdoor space. Would recommend to others.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello Shaun, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your kind words. We are absolutely delighted to receive such truly wonderful feedback from you. It means a great deal to us to know that our efforts are appreciated. Thank you ever so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We genuinely look forward to continuing to care for your little one and ensuring they are happy and well-looked after.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from E C (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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We have been going to The Old School House now for just over a year, from 11 months old. The facilities are fantastic, the outdoor space is incredible. Activities are creative, imaginative and really encourage development and learning whilst being fun. The staff - just wow. The staff are my child's

second family. They care for and nurture him. I cannot rate them high enough! The app they use to keep parents updated is wonderful and the staff always make huge effort to update and share photos, videos and daily logs of activities. There have been many exciting day trips out too, small and large. They offer varied and rotating food which ensures even a picky eater is satisfied.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your kind and lovely words. It brings us immense joy to know that you had such an extraordinary experience with us. We take great pride in creating an environment that feels like a home away from home, and we are truly delighted to hear that you share this sentiment. Once again, thank you ever so much for your feedback.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from L P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024

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The Old School House Nursery in Poole is exceptional! From the moment you walk through the doors, you feel the warmth and dedication of the staff. They truly go above and beyond to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for the children. The team is incredibly caring and attentive, making every

child feel valued & supported. Their passion for what they do is evident in the way they engage with the children, fostering their growth and creativity while ensuring their individual needs are met. The facilities are fantastic, and thoughtfully designed to encourage exploration and learning. Communication with parents is excellent; we are kept informed about our child's progress and daily activities. We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful nursery. Staff treat the children as if they were their own, and that level of care and commitment is rare to find. Highly recommend The Old School House Nursery to any parents looking for a truly outstanding place for their little ones.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your truly kind words. It brings us immense joy to know that you have had an exceptional experience with us. Our team puts in a tremendous amount of hard work and dedication, and it is truly wonderful to see their efforts being recognised and appreciated. Thank you ever so much for everything. We look forward to continuing to care for and nurture your little one in the future.

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Review of
The Old School House Cabot Lane
from A O (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024

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I recently sent an email into the nursery directly and wanted to share this as a review:
I wanted to thank you all for your care, support and attentiveness when things have been challenging. I believe the nursery has gone from strength to strength with new leadership, functioning in a much more positive

manner. In an Educational setting, children should be nurtured in a loving environment allowing them to flourish and grow and my child is absolutely thriving. He loves coming to nursery and has formed special relationships with both staff and other children. The app is a fantastic way to share observations which are detailed with my child's interests at the heart of what they do. Whenever I've had concerns the staff have taken the time to arrange meetings in a busy environment even if that means out of hours. You should be really proud of your team for being so welcoming and attentive.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Cabot Lane

Hello, thank you very much for your wonderful feedback; it truly means a great deal to us. We are absolutely delighted that you have had such a positive and rewarding experience with our nursery. It is immensely gratifying to hear that our team has succeeded in making you feel fully supported. Each Practitioner within our team dedicates themselves wholeheartedly to their work, and we are genuinely appreciative that their efforts have been acknowledged. Thank you once again for your kind words.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from F G (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024

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The team at The Old School House have made my daughter's transition to nursery (and me back to work) so much easier. Not only do I have peace of mind that she is safe and well cared for. They do such a huge range of activities with them; things we would never do at home so she gets a range of experiences.

They have a lovely garden for the babies as well as a separate one for the older children. Their communication is excellent so, as a new mum, I haven't felt like I'm missing out on seeing my daughter grow up being at work full time.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello, thank you ever so much for your delightful feedback. We are truly thrilled to know that you have had such a positive experience with us. Your kind words mean a great deal to us and we're delighted to have been able to meet your expectations. Thank you for your ongoing support.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Sam S (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024

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This is a fantastic nursery, I couldn't recommend The Old School House more. My son is in the baby room and he loves it, the staff are fantastic, it's a great, clean, safe place. The staff really care for and about the children.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your truly wonderful feedback. We are absolutely delighted to know that you have had such a positive experience. Your kind words mean a great deal to us. Thank you ever so much for your kindness and support.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Tim G (Father of Child) published on 4 December 2024

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Absolutely incredible nursery. Our son has been there since he was 10 months and is now just about to turn 3. The staff are amazing and have been so caring, thoughtful and dedicated to helping to look after and bring up our son. They are constantly upgrading facilities, taking the children on great

trips and put so much effort into daily and weekly activities. We can't recommend The Old School House enough.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Hello I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to extend my deepest gratitude for your incredibly kind words. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that both you and your family have enjoyed such a wonderful experience with us. It truly means the world to us. We take immense pride in the work we do every day and it is genuinely gratifying to know that our efforts have been recognised and appreciated by you. Our team is indeed a source of great pride for us, as each member contributes so much to ensure the highest standards of service and excellence. Thank you once again for your kind feedback and support. It really does make all the difference to us.

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Review of
The Old School House Nursery & Pre School
from Owen R (Father of Child) published on 3 December 2024

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My little girl started nursery a few months ago and the baby room have been amazing with her, they are so friendly and warm, always going above and beyond for my baby. The facilities at The Old School House are amazing, they are constantly going on trips, doing fun activities and playing in the garden.

Can't fault them at all. Since starting my daughter has learnt so many things and has even learnt baby sign which is fantastic. Thank you The Old School House.

Reply from Charlotte Richardson, Nursery Area Manager at The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

Dear Owen, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your kind words. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have had such a positive experience with our services. Your generous compliments will certainly bring immense pride and joy to the girls, who have dedicated themselves to ensuring the best care. It has truly been a pleasure and a privilege for us to look after your little one, and we treasure the trust you have placed in us to care for her. Thank you again.

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