Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill)

63 Church Hill, Winchmore Hill, London N21 1LE
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  • Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill), London
Woodberry Day Nursery is a substantial property, converted to create an 86 place day nursery of the highest quality.

Much of the character has been retained to provide spacious and interesting rooms with first class childcare facilities. The staff are experienced and well qualified ensuring Woodberry is a happy, sociable environment where every child is treated as an individual. They have also obtained their Green Flag Eco-Schools Award.

Woodberry has been designed with four main playrooms with additional sleeping and play areas. Outside there is a fully enclosed and attractively laid out garden. The environment gives children the opportunity to both learn and play in secure surroundings.

Woodberry also offer the extracurricular activity of Debutots every 2 weeks on a Monday between 10-11am for the Ladybirds and Bumblebees room. As well as this, they offer the Preschool room Kidslingo every 2 weeks on a Friday between 10- 11am, and a tennis coach who attends every 2 weeks on a Thursday afternoon.

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Care Provided by Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill)

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sean Crowley-Smith (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 47
  • Total Places for Children
  • 86
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days
  • Parking

  • Free parking is available on site.


Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) Reviews (104)

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Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) has 104 reviews.

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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Woodberry for nearly 18 months and absolutely loves it! The staff in the rooms are fantastic and the management are great. The nursery has a lovely atmosphere, very welcoming and all the children seem really happy and settled. Facilities are great, especially in preschool
where they have lots of space and easy access to the garden. I’m always amazed at how many activities they do, including Spanish, yoga and a music class. Parents get regular feedback through their online learning system where we can see pictures of what they’ve been doing and read about their development in more detail. Staff are great at working with parents to ensure the children are settled and the key worker system works well. I would highly recommend Woodberry for all ages.

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Review from Caroline S (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Woodberry has served us well, our son attended from 9 months to preschool and we have a second child aged 17 months in Caterpillars.

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Review from Nishma G (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Woodberry since he was 14 months old. My husband and I are extremely happy with the care he receives. The staff are very attentive and collaborative. They work with us on a daily basis to ensure that my son is receiving both the best of care in a nurturing environment and a
rich learning experience, in preparation for early school assessments and his own personal development. I have found management to be excellent and hands-on leadership is key to ensuring success in this environment. The staff care very much and their passion and commitment is evidential in all that they do. I have received educational learning plans on a weekly basis which allows me to match my son's learning at home. I get accurate reports on food consumption and wellbeing and good observations on parent-zone to allow me to see what he is doing in his day. If I have questions, the staff are always on hand to help and it is an efficient yet personal service. Highly recommend.

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Review from Sejal T (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What can I say?


Both of our children attended Woodberry. From the moment they started and until the day they left they loved it. The staff are so caring and nurturing and my children have learnt so much more than I could ever teach them at home.
They were both well prepared for school life throughout

their Woodberry journey. Even now the children talk about staff members and activities at the nursery.


You have left a lasting impression on all of us.


Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication in helping my little people grow.


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Review from Nowsheen K (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been affiliated with Woodberry child base nursery since Autumn 2010, when my older son joined. We then had a second addition who then joined in the new year of 2015.
Over the last 8 years, we have had an extremely happy and pleasant experience with the nursery. All the staff/key workers, manager,
deputy manager and receptionist always are extremely helpful and have a smile on their face.
Kids have a brilliant, fun filled stimulating day.
The children are so happy when I have gone to pick them up, that they continue playing and don’t want to leave.
Me and my husband have both been very reassured when our children have been at nursery and can’t say enough about what a wonderful time we have had over the years.
I have got to know the staff really well.
And we are quite sad that we are moving on and saying goodbye .
I can wholeheartedly recommend this nursery with no reservations - you will be making the right choice.

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Review from Jo F (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Woodberry has done nothing but provide the kindest and most nurturing care for our daughter since she started almost 12 months ago.
It’s so nice to be greeted with a big smile from your daughter at the end of the day knowing she’s had great fun with friends and caring staff.
Thank you for all the
care you have given and continue to give our little girl.

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Review from Kate R (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Woodberry is a highly effective nursery, with committed and professional staff.


My daughter has attended for 3 years. During this period she has been extremely happy. I have been able to relax knowing that she is receiving the best possible care.


The staff work hard to provide a wide range of

interesting adult led and child initiated learning opportunities. Our key workers have been friendly and supportive of my daughter at every stage of her development.


There is a relentless drive to improve, characteristic of outstanding childcare settings and the leadership of the nursery is excellent.


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Review from Tatiana (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Woodberry at the age of one. Over the last 12 months, she has grown into a confident happy toddler. At morning drop-off she'll pop her head into the other classrooms to say good morning to the other kids and carers before stepping into her own room, and pulling her chair up to
the table ready for the breakfast of her choice. She is entertained with activities that develop her skills and is always eager to show me around the room at the end of the day to point out the things they've made or played with that day.
The staff both in her room and in the nursery, in general, are great. I feel confident when leaving her with them, that she is in safe and caring hands.
Any issues regarding health or accidents are dealt with quickly and professionally. The menu is varied and my daughter seems to eat everything. It's also helped me out with trying new foods with her as I know she's happily eaten something at nursery.

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Review from Liz (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff have helped us grow in confidence as first-time parents and we have found them to be kind, supportive and efficient. Our toddler's social skills and diet have developed and he enjoys time with his key worker and her colleagues, as well as with his peers. They have some great ideas
for new games and creative learning, which we enjoy replicating at home.

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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined Woodberry Day Nursery in 2016 when he was 12 months old. He has flourished and learnt some vital life skills thanks to the team who have looked after him.
Management take issues raised and feedback very seriously and always act upon them.


I would wholeheartedly recommend this nursery

to other parents and, in particular, commend the enthusiasm, dedication and warmth of all the staff we have got to know. We are regretfully taking our son out of nursery as we are moving and can only hope the care he receives will be as wonderful as he has had.

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter had a wonderful few years at Woodberry. She was so happy there that myself and my husband were happy and relaxed that she was in an environment she loved.


All the staff and her key workers have been amazing throughout my daughter's development and will be missed as we move on.


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activities for the children at Woodberry are always stimulating and fun and my daughter thrived whilst learning new skills.


I would highly recommend Woodberry to anyone looking for childcare, we have been very impressed with the care our child has received here.


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Review from Stefanie H (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started at Woodberry Nursery in August 2016 at the age of 1. The staff in his room were wonderful helping him to settle and feel at home. Within a couple of weeks, he was completely at ease and he is loving his time there now. We have been impressed by the friendly and helpful attitude of all
the members of the team and the diversity of activities that are offered to the children, even in the baby room.


Our son has developed very well since he joined the nursery and we are very grateful to all the staff for their love and care with which they treat him. We would definitely be happy to recommend Woodberry Nursery to our family and friends.


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Review from A L (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our children have been at Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) for almost three years. My wife and I have been deeply impressed by the professionalism, friendliness and passion for caring for children at the Nursery. Our boys have flourished over the last three year and every member of staff that
they have been in contact with has been a delight. The facilities throughout all seasons of the year are second to none. The timeliness with which staff contact us when one of our boys are ill is impressive and we are completely reassured that our boys' welfare is a primary concern for all staff at the Nursery. We would highly recommend the Nursery to anyone thinking of putting their child in a nursery.

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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Woodberry since September 2015 and my son since August 2016, between them they have been in all the rooms. The staff are excellent and both my children have really developed. It is lovely having them both there and the staff ensure they get playtimes which each other and can
see each other whenever they want which is really comforting and helped my youngest settle quickly. The activities are fantastic my pre-schooler learns Spanish and takes part in yoga! I would recommend if you want a warm caring nursery where your children flourish.

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at Woodberry Day Nursery since December 2016 - from 11 months old. We feel incredibly fortunate to have chosen this nursery for her - she has become more confident in her time there and obviously enjoys her days there. Although expensive, the times offered give flexibility - key
for working parents - and the all-inclusivity means everything is taken care of there. The staff are really lovely, they genuinely care about the children and know them all by name. We will have no hesitation in keeping her there until she is ready to start school. There is a wide range of activities and at every pickup and drop off the staff take the time to talk to the parents and update them on the day. We're so happy with it - thank you!

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Review from Carlien R (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 3.5-year-old son has been attending Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) for over a year on a full-time basis. His development has been amazing and he is a very happy thriving toddler. The staff has always been extremely attentive to whatever specific needs he may have and sensitive to his particular
character. Feedback is given daily and usually extremely informative. The work they do with regards to development and growth is second to none. I feel completely at ease knowing that my son is in very capable safe and loving hands. Outstanding team!

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Review from Jo (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both my children attended Woodberry Nursery for three years. My daughter started in Ladybirds and my son started in Bumblebees.
They both enjoyed it, there were lots of activities to keep them entertained inside and outside, they especially enjoyed the messy fun that you don't always want to do at
home! Although the nursery went through phases of high staff turnaround, my two were lucky in that they had continuity with their key workers and familiar faces as they moved up through the rooms and they always seemed happy.
The staff I experienced were friendly, fun, caring and kind. There's a range in ages which worked well, the older more experienced staff and the younger, energetic staff who each brought their own skills.
The management team were easy to talk to, and there was generally good communication between the nursery and parents. The preschool room gently prepares the children for school whilst they still have a lot of fun. My children made some strong bonds with staff and children.

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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My child has been at Woodberry Nursery for the last couple of years and I know she is well looked after whilst I am at work.
The staff are very friendly and the environment of the nursery is both welcoming and spacious. The improvements I have seen in my child has been positive and we have a continuous
dialogue on development and successor markers.

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Review from Linda R (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our children went to Woodberry and thrived there, they loved it and we loved that they were so happy and well cared for. Staff members genuinely cared about our kids, even after our older child left for school. When we did have complaints or concerns, these were addressed quickly and comprehensively,
and if we needed some flexibility in our schedule, they were keen to accommodate. Though the fees are higher, probably the highest in the area, we felt that Woodberry offered the best value. We've really appreciated our time at Woodberry and are so sad to leave!

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Review from C S J (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has spent a large portion of her life at Woodberry and has really enjoyed each stage of the journey. Above all, we feel she has benefited socially and emotionally having built up a strong network of long-term friends, under the guidance of very caring staff. The Caterpillars and Pre-School
rooms are particularly well run, and this is borne out in seeing how easily she has adapted to school.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.625)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10 for Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.637 for Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) is calculated as follows: ( (152 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (13 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 215 Ratings = 4.637

  • 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 4.988 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Woodberry Day Nursery (Winchmore Hill) is based on 17 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 86 number of registered child places is 17.2. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.2 = 0.988

  • 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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Sean

Sean Crowley-Smith

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

Sean is the manager of Woodberry Day Nursery in Winchmore Hill and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the Early Years sector since 2009. Sean has recently joined Childbase Partnership but has previously been a Senior Room Leader, Early Years Curriculum Lead, Designated Safeguarding Lead and more recently a Deputy Manager.


What is your favourite feature of Woodberry?
The warm inviting environment and the wonderful atmosphere that the nursery has.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
How they continue to provide excellent childcare every day.


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