Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Briggington House, Hockliffe Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9NX
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  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard, Leighton Buzzard
Kiddi Caru Leighton Buzzard Day Nursery & Pre-School is in the heart of a small community area on the outskirts of Leighton Buzzard. It is in a beautiful house which has recently been extended and completely renovated to create the most amazing environment for children to spend their time.

The nursery has a large staff team, with highly skilled and qualified staff that work closely to provide a home from home environment for the children in their care.

The downstairs rooms have direct access out onto a beautiful large garden area, with a designated under 2s garden for smaller children to explore, the garden has a nature garden with a mud kitchen, bark and grass areas, lots of opportunities for children to explore the great outdoors. Right from the smallest of babies, staff ensure safe and secure attachments are formed in order for children to thrive and develop right up until Pre-School, where the team support with their transition to school.

Care Provided by Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Hollie Stokes (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 41
  • Total Places for Children
  • 95
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard Reviews (100)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10, based on 48 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard has 100 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Immensely grateful for the care and support my son gets from Kiddi Caru Nursery. He started when he was eleven months old and prior to that, had never been away from my husband and I for any amount of time. The staff have been so helpful from his early transition, to now, where going to nursery twice
a week is just part of his routine. The team working with my son have provided him with loads of comfort and support and I when I leave him in the morning, I know he truly cared about during the day. This provides me with comfort as well. I have seen him come on in his development since he started as well. Thank you all so much for the past two months.

Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hello, thank you for leaving such a wonderful review. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your little one has had a great time at our nursery. We will pass your comments on to the nursery team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They have always been great with my son. He has come along so quickly with his speech. Everyone is so easy to talk to and has a great friendship with my son. They always remember that we've been away and ask my son what he has been up to. Would highly recommend it to anyone searching for a great nursery.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's great to hear that your little one's speech has come along so quickly! Our friendly, knowledgeable team work hard to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely Nursery, my little boy has settled in very nicely. Helpful and diligent staff. My son has become more independent since he started at Kiddi Caru. A great learning environment and I feel confident in leaving my son in their very capable hands.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's lovely to hear that your little one has settled in so well! Our team works incredibly hard to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely welcoming staff, making the whole family feel part of the nursery, giving us great confidence in leaving our little girl there. They offer many opportunities to discuss your child and their learning environment! Everyone knows the children, we are greeted so warmly on arrival in the mornings
by all who pass us. Their staff are the best and my little girl loves them all!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team goes above and beyond for the children in their care. Providing a nurturing, supportive environment is so important in helping your little one to thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a brilliant nursery. The staff really go above and beyond to get to know the children and make it a home-from-home environment. Our little girl has been at Kiddi Caru since she was 13 months old and it’s clear she absolutely loves it there and has really bonded with the staff. Communication is
brilliant and staff are always available to answer questions at drop off or pick up.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Providing a nurturing and supportive nursery environment where children feel at home is so important in helping them to learn and grow. Effective communication is so important in building a strong relationship between the nursery and home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Kiddi Caru since 2019, 4 days per week. We absolutely love this nursery from the ladies in the room to the management. Every single person knows my son's name and engages with him. Lots of staff have been there for years which is always a good sign. My son loves going in every
day, what more can we ask for!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our kind, caring team really takes the time to get to know each individual child. Building strong, supportive relationships at nursery is incredibly important in helping each child to thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff clearly care about my child and work their hardest to make sure she has the most positive and engaging experience each day she's in. I never have to worry about whether my child is being fully supported, cared for and encouraged to broaden her horizons. I only have good things to say about
our time at Kiddi Caru in the 18 months we've been there.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team go above and beyond for the children in their care. They work hard to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves to spend time there. She settles very well and all the girls help her to not feel my absence. She likes to play with her friends and when I pick her up she is talking about it. Thank you girls.

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi Monica, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad that you’ve had an excellent experience at our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Leighton Buzzard. Our settling in sessions are something we pride ourselves in as we understand that separation for the first time can bring up all sorts of emotions for both parents and children. We are so pleased that your daughter settles easily with us and has developed great friendships within the nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Kiddi Caru this September. She attends three sessions a week.
The facilities are amazing, the children are always busy doing activities and I feel a sense of warmth as soon as I drop her off.
After viewing many nurseries I chose Kiddi Caru and I'm so pleased I did!
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Manager and staff are approachable, friendly and genuinely care about the children and their families.
I feel very confident leaving my daughter in their capable hands. My friends have been commenting on how much she has improved and I felt I should take the time to thank the school for helping her grow. My special thanks to her key workers my daughter adores them. I will recommend the school to anyone without hesitation.

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad that you are happy with the facilities and team at Kiddi Caru, Leighton Buzzard. We pride ourselves in our own foundations for the future programme that prepares children for life and our staff work hard to implement this programme within their nurseries, and we are so glad that you have noticed a difference.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Throughout the past 2 years, we have obviously contended with enormous disruption due to Covid, but despite this, Kiddi Caru have been very transparent, with regular communication on the situation, and its impact to the nursery. This has been invaluable! Not only that but they have invested an enormous
amount to improve the facilities both internally and externally. It is a fabulous place, with so many resources.
Regarding the staff and carers, what I love about Kiddi Caru is how they make every child feel so special, as if your child is the most special in the world, and they do this for each and everyone! They provide thorough feedback on their development, but I also love the little titbits of information about your child's personality, and the funny things they have done in the day!
The app provides insight into what your child does on a day-to-day basis, which is reassuring and lovely to read!
I wouldn't change anything, thank you Kiddi Caru!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for the kind words about our dedicated team. They take great care to ensure that every child feels confident, happy and supported whilst at nursery. We are very proud of our facilities and will invest in and upgrade them where possible.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

We joined this nursery under previous ownership and experienced one that earned and deserved an Outstanding rating. Sadly, under Kiddi Caru ownership and a mostly new Management team, we have not had the same experience. There is a disappointing lack of any semblance of structure to the pre-schooler
day, a lack of guided activity-based learning, and practical preparation for transition to school. A supplement is charged for educational activities which I was not able to see any benefit from. Some staff are wonderful, some show disinterest and lack of acknowledgement at collection time. In my opinion, without a strong Management team to lead the staff, there is now a somewhat less organised and chaotic feeling within the room setting, not helped by the increase in the size of the nursery which has increased the number of children to manage. We did raise concern for our child (due to another child) and this was addressed by the nursery to our satisfaction. Okay overall, not what it once was.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We would like to apologise for your experience with us. Your comments are being taken seriously and have been escalated to the nursery management team. Please don't hesitate to contact us on 0800 028 4500 if you would like to discuss anything further.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were really happy with Kiddi Caru as a nursery. We were there during the refurbishment and reorganisation post-Covid - the management team and rooms teams did an amazing job in tough times.
Once everything was back to normal, the communication was clear and open, my child developed well and formed
strong attachments to the room team and I really felt they cared for the children they looked after.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. The pandemic was a very challenging time for everyone but we're incredibly proud of our teams' hard work and support throughout. Clear, open communication is important in allowing parents to stay informed and up-to-date with their child's development.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My child was happy at the nursery and had a very good relationship with peers and some staff. The introduction of Kiddicaru's own curriculum didn't appear to add value or quality to what the nursery had provided in previous years when under previous ownership, but came with additional fees. It is disappointing
that the pre-schoolers no longer have access to adult-led phonics activities to help school readiness. The pre-school room is much bigger after the extension, but the increase in child numbers and many 'blindspots' the new space created meant that the staff were not able to manage the behaviour of the children effectively or keep the children safe from harm (peer-on-peer aggression). Some effort has been made to reconfigure the space to help address this. The outdoor space is a good size but the large raised beds would be better planted than used as mud baths for the children to explore. It is a shame the toddlers don't have free-flow to outdoors now that their room is upstairs.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We apologise for your experience with us. The safety of the children is our utmost priority, and we strive to support all pre-school children with their transition to school in the best possible way. Please be assured that we are taking your comments seriously and have escalated them to the nursery management team. If you would like to discuss anything further, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0800 028 4500.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has just finished up in Kiddi Caru. I cannot fault the team in the slightest. My little one adored each and every person. We are going to miss everyone dearly! The team are all so supportive and understanding. I would not have had my daughter anywhere else and I know for sure any more children
I have in the future will definitely be going here. Have had nothing but pleasant encounters. The care they provide to our children is also outstanding. 100% recommend!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team works incredibly hard to provide exceptional care and education where every child feels happy, supported and confident. We wish your daughter the very best of luck at school!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard since he was a few months old in 2021. He settled immediately and his development has been so wonderful to watch as he grows up there. He's vegetarian and the meals are varied and delicious and the nursery itself is beautiful, safe & fun
- he is so happy with the fantastic staff.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're very proud of our nursery and all of its facilities so it's great to hear that your son settled in straight away. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that each child is really happy here so they are able to grow and develop. We hope your son continues to enjoy his time with us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We joined Kiddi Caru, Leighton Buzzard in October 2021. My son has settled so well into pre-school and loves going to play and learn with his friends and the wonderful, supportive teachers. My son is thriving, growing and enjoys his time there as they prepare for reception soon. The food/meals are varied
and healthy and the setting is very convenient.

Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery! My son really struggled with me leaving him at first but all the staff were brilliant at settling him in and comforting him. He now loves nursery and enjoys going to learn and seeing his friends. The staff are friendly and very helpful with any requests. I feel my son is safe and looked
after at this nursery and I have real peace of mind leaving him there knowing he is happy!

Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery, members of staff are exceptional and all show real passion and care for the children. They faced a challenge settling in my youngest as he was born during lockdown, but they persevered and showed real patience and kindness whilst he settled in. My son started to really enjoy nursery
and settled much quicker than I had hoped.
Great facilities, truly amazing staff and a lovely atmosphere.
My first son also attended this nursery and pre-school and he flourished too.

Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at the nursery in April 2021, she struggled to settle at first. The staff were so caring and reassuring making the settling in process a lot easier for both my daughter and myself. My daughter is now so happy to come to nursery. She’s benefiting so much from nursery and that’s a
credit to the staff. The building work to the nursery was underway when she started at the setting and now complete it has transformed into a beautiful nursery. It has many new resources for the children and a lovely outdoor area with lots for the children to do.

Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended the nursery for a year now, starting in the ladybird room and now in the bumblebee room. My son took a few months to settle into nursery life, as being a lockdown baby he found it very hard at first separating from mummy and daddy. The staff in the ladybird room were fantastic,
very understanding and caring. My son now loves spending time at nursery, he is learning so much every day, he comes home talking about his friends and the main thing to me is that he comes home very happy.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard

Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed onto the nursery management team.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.933)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 48 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 48 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 4.933 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard is calculated as follows: ( (534 Excellents x 5) + (36 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 571 Ratings = 4.933

  • 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 Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Leighton Buzzard is based on 48 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 95 number of registered child places is 19, which has been reached with 48 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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Hollie

Hollie Stokes

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hollie has worked within Early Years since 2005, across a variety of settings in various roles. Hollie holds a BA degree in Early Years and strives to deliver outstanding care and education to each and every child. Hollie is a very approachable and enthusiastic person who loves to support and grow her team members to succeed.