Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Seesaw Children's Centre, Lancaster Way, Braintree CM7 5UL
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  • Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way, Braintree
Spring Seesaw is a purpose-built, modern-day nursery in the heart of Braintree, close to train and bus links. The nursery provides care and education for children from 0 years to 11 years and 11 months, offering flexible sessions and support with 2 years, 3 and 4-years funding and 30 hours funding. From September 2024, the nursery will also be accepting 0-2 year funding.

The nursery is staffed by a team of fully qualified staff who hold safeguarding, paediatric first aid, health and safety, behaviour management, and food hygiene as standard practice; staff also have experience and training with supporting children with special educational needs.

The nursery is proud to have large outside spaces attached to each room as well as a separate forest school area for the children to access freely throughout the session which provide a variety of different physical activities, role play opportunities, mark making opportunities and games.

The setting has close links with John Bunyan infant school which supports and aids the children's transition to reception class and actively promotes parents as partners, holding regular stay and play sessions as well as opportunities for parents to take part in events.

The nursery has a sensory room dedicated for children with additional needs and also hosts weekly forest school sessions within the grounds which is led by the forest school leader.

Care Provided by Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sarah Clarke (Operations Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Children from 0 Months to 11 yrs
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 13
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1097940
  • Total Places for Children
  • 61
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

  • Morning sessions (8-1) from - £39.80
    Afternoon sessions (1-6) from - £38.30
    Full day sessions (8-6) from - £66.00
    Breakfast club (8-9) from - £7.35
    After school club (3-6) from - £21.75
    Holiday club morning session (8-1) from - £26.20
    Holiday club afternoon session (1-6) from - £26.20
    Holiday club full day session (8-6) from - £34.40


  • Sessions range in price depending on session times and age range


    Fees can be requested by emailing direct or booking a tour


  • Parking
  • Parking available on Lancaster Way or Panfield Lane


Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way Reviews (101)

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Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way has a Review Score of 10 (9.978) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way has 101 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son loves this nursery.
Very friendly and helpful staff, always smiling.
If you have any problems, the staff just resolved them straight away, and you can choose flexible hours for your child.

Reply from Sarah Actionforchildren at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy that you and your son are happy here with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My grandson loves his days at nursery it has helped him with his speech and has so much more confidence hopefully these will grow even more until he leaves to go into full-time school.

Reply from Sarah Actionforchildren at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy that your grandson is progressing so well.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl is so happy to come to nursery, she even wants to come on her days off. Her learning has progressed even more since she started this nursery and I'm very happy with her progress.

Reply from Sarah Actionforchildren at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

We are so happy that you and your daughter enjoy coming to the nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves nursery.
When my daughter first started, she did have a bit of separation anxiety, but her key worker dealt with her so well. Distracted her and then once she was happy, they would message me on the app with a picture and let me know she’s ok. It made me feel so at ease
seeing pictures and getting updates.
If I’ve ever had an issue, it had been resolved once I have addressed it. All nursery staff listen to my concerns and acted accordingly.
Also, I love that I get regular updates on her development. Regular assessments make me feel a lot more confident about her progression.
I do highly recommend the nursery.
Also home-cooked meals for lunchtime is such a bonus! Great meals all freshly made on site is great.

Reply from Sarah Actionforchildren at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your lovely review we are so glad you are happy here, and your daughter has settled so well.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

I am concerned about the cleanliness of the nursery as I don't see any professional cleaners around. The staffing levels are low.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Good. The treatment is very good, very attentive and very clean.
The treatment is excellent and they are really very careful with the children. They are always excited to get to the nursery, he loves it. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Seesaw are friendly and very helpful. For the parents, they are more than happy to help and with the kids they are encouraging, playful and educational. Very pleased I picked here for my son. Plus the family app is a great thing to keep up with little one's development. Recommended to my
Mum mates.

Reply from sarah lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for lovely review it's so good to hear your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are great with the children, my son comes home happy and even more intelligent. I'm happy with his friends and the way everyone is nice with my son.

Reply from Sarah Lord, Manager at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for leaving us a lovely review and choosing our setting.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves Spring Nursery, she is always happy going in and coming out. Staff are amazing, they all take time to say hello to parents and children and always have time to have a chat if needed and tell you what your child has been doing throughout the day. Everything is clean and set out lovely
ready for the children to play. My child has made friends and has learnt so much being at Spring Nursery. Excellent staff and nursery. Would fully recommend it.

Reply from Sarah Lord, Manager at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review and choosing us to care for your daughter, we are glad you are happy with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has only just started attending nursery and has really settled in well, which is thanks to the amazing staff that work there.

Reply from Sarah Lord, Manager at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review, it is a pleasure to have you both at our setting.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter struggled to settle in six months ago, but with the help of the lovely staff, she has really settled in well this term. All the staff are so friendly and she looks forward to coming every day.

Reply from Sarah Lord, Manager at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review and great comments, we so happy with how well she has settled in and that you are both happy here with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are really lovely and have helped out both my children a lot.

Reply from Sarah Lord, Manager at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for choosing our nursery and leaving a lovely review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing, really friendly and very informative. My little one can't wait to tell me what he has done. Overall, amazing.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review it is great to hear that you and your child are happy here.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic welcome for my son starting his sessions. Always get excellent feedback and updates. Love the feel of not worrying about him having a bad day. Keep up the good work.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your feedback and leaving us a review. We are so happy that you feel this way.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I've used this nursery for 13 years and wouldn't send them anywhere else. The staff really care about the children and are always on hand to help. Two of my children were even potty trained here.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review we appreciate your feedback and are glad you and your children are happy here with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant, friendly nursery now used for all 3 of my boys and they always been so happy here even when sad about leaving me.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for your review it is a pleasure to have your son here with us, we are glad that you are happy with the nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter was so scared to be left at nursery. This made my anxiety go through the roof. The staff here were amazing. They really put my mind at ease. I saw when I dropped her off how kind and caring they were towards her whilst also comforting me. I also received pictures showing me she was fine,
smiling and having fun. I have great confidence in the staff here. They have brilliant interaction skills with the children. The nursery is always clean and tidy. My daughter is given food and drink and allowed to play inside or out. I feel she has a great relationship with the staff and always comes away smiling. She has come on leaps and bounds. A fantastic nursery for all children and mums with separation anxiety from their children.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you so much for your review, we are so happy that you are your daughter are happy here with us too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son loves the nursery and everybody in there. I have no complaints, they treat him nicely and with love and they do what I ask them to do when it comes to his eczema problem. I have no concerns. They are lovely! They are very polite to me and to my son! I'm so glad I've put my son in this nursery.
Thank you very much to you all!

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate your feedback and are glad you and your son are happy here too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a mum of a child with additional needs, I was very nervous when my little boy was due to start nursery. Turns out there was no need to worry as the nursery itself is always very clean and cheerful and the food provided is fresh and healthy, great help towards five a day! All the staff have been incredible
with my son and he has been doing amazingly since starting, especially with his speech delay. I cannot fault this nursery or the staff at all, everyone is very welcoming, understanding and knowledgeable of my child's needs, staff are always happy to chat about any concerns and have also been very understanding regarding my own mental health issues too. There is always something happening for the children and plenty of fun and laughter to go around! Both mine and my son's confidence has grown tremendously since starting and I couldn't be happier with the service Seesaw provides. Would recommend Seesaw 100%!

Reply from sarah lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you for great review we are so glad you are both happy with our nursery


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery and the ladies there are wonderful. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since starting in January 2017.
Always happy to help with any concerns.

Reply from Sarah Lord at Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are glad you are happy with our nursery.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.978)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.978) out of 10 for Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.978 for Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way is calculated as follows: ( (223 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 228 Ratings = 4.978

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Spring Nursery Seesaw Lancaster Way is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 61 number of registered child places is 12.2, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (18)

Sarah

Sarah C

Job Title: Operations Manager

Joined: 2022

I have over 10 years experience working within the early years sector and hold a level 3 childcare qualification as well as designated safeguarding, paediatric first aid, first aid at work, mental health first aider, food hygiene level 3 and allergen awareness.
I am passionate about childcare and education and ensuring all children are provided with opportunities to enable them to reach their full potential and thrive in safe stimulating environments.


Holly

Holly R

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Joined: 2014

I hold a level 3 qualification in childcare and education, paediatric first aid, first aid at work, designated safeguarding, and the SEN code of practice. I have lots of experience in working within the early years sector and supporting children with special educational needs. I began working at Spring Lancaster Way in July 2014 as a deputy manager.


Charlotte

Charlotte J

Job Title: Senior Practitioner

Joined: 2016

I hold a level 3 childcare qualification and designated safeguarding, SENCo, paediatric first aid, food hygiene, manual handling, behaviour management, health and safety; and I am also Early talk boost trained. I am the room leader for our baby room.


Tina

Tina J

Job Title: Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2022

I started at Spring Seesaw as a lunchtime assistant but had a real passion for my role so decided to go full-time. I work in our baby room and have a real passion for supporting children with SEND.


Leanne

Leanne C

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2024

I joined the team in 2024 and worked in the baby room. I have a passion for outdoor learning. I hold a level 3 qualification and am first-aid trained. I currently work in our 0-2 year room.


Leanne

Leanne E

Job Title: Lunch Time Assistant

Joined: 2017

I am level 2 childcare qualified. I began working at Spring as a lunchtime assistant and soon began working towards my qualification. I am currently working in the 0-2 year room.


Michelle

Michelle L

Job Title: Senior practitioner

Joined: 2016

I hold a level 3 childcare qualification as well as paediatric first aid, designated safeguarding, food hygiene, manual handling, behaviour and health and safety. I have been working within the early years sector for some time now and am the room leader for the two-year-old room.


Elaine

Elaine A

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2016

I hold a level 3 childcare and education qualification and have been working at Spring for some time now. I also hold safeguarding, Health and safety, food hygiene, behaviour management, and paediatric first aid. I have experience in supporting children with additional needs and working alongside outside agencies and am passionate about childcare and education. I currently work in our 2-year room.


Claire

Claire M

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Claire has a level 3 childcare and education qualification and is passionate about early years. She also holds safeguarding, first aid, health and safety and food hygiene qualifications. Claire works in our 2-year-old room.


Aaliyah

Aaliyah W

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2023

Aaliyah joined our team in 2023. She is currently in the process of completing her level 3 qualification. Aaliyah is first aid trained and works in our 2-year room.


Hannah

Hannah B

Job Title: Lunch Time Assistant

Joined: 2020

Hannah holds first aid, safeguarding, fire awareness, and food hygiene. Hannah is working towards her level 3 childcare qualification. She has experience within the childcare field and enjoys outdoor learning environments. Hannah worked in our 2-year-old room.


Sarah

Sarah J

Job Title: Senior Practitioner

Joined: 2017

I am level 3 childcare and education qualified and have been working within the early years sector for some years now, I also hold designated safeguarding, paediatric first aid, behaviour management, health and safety, and food hygiene training. I work within our preschool room and lead the Early talk boost sessions for the children within the preschool room.


Stacey

Stacey C

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2016

I hold a level 3 qualification in childcare and education and also have first aid at work, pediatric first aid, behaviour management, health and safety, food hygiene, children's mental health awareness, and supporting children with Maths communication and speech. I am passionate about childcare and have experience in supporting children with allergies and intolerance. I support all rooms and age groups across the setting. I have recently completed my level 3 forest school lead. I work in our 3-5 year room.


Sarah

Sarah B

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2020

Sarah holds a level 3 childcare and education qualification, First aid, safeguarding, health and safety, fire awareness and food hygiene qualification and has been working with children for over a year. She is responsible for the health and safety of the nursery. Sarah works in our 3-5 year room.


Hannah

Hannah C

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2022

Hannah enjoys working within early years and early years settings and has currently begun her level 3 childcare qualification. Hannah worked in our 3-5 year room.


Diane

Diane R

Job Title: Lunch Time Assistant

Joined: 2024

Diane joined our team in 2024. She holds a level 3 qualification and first aid training. Diane has a passion for Makaton and supporting children with SEN. Diane works in our 3-5 year room.


Leanne

Leanne G

Job Title: Nursery Chef

Joined: 2016

I am the cook for the nursery, I plan and prepare the meals for the children ensuring they have well-balanced nutritious meals and have the ability to try lots of new foods. I hold a City and Guilds qualification in catering as well as food and hygiene level three and allergen awareness. As well as developing and planning my own menus I provide alternative meals for children with dietary allergies and preferences and actively encourage all the children to become involved in the menu planning too.


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Hayley W

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Joined: 2022

Hayley supports our cook in preparing highly nutritious meals. She holds a level 3 food hygiene qualification and food allergy awareness.