Springburn Childcare

Ermin Street, Shefford Woodlands, Hungerford RG17 7AA
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8.8 49 Reviews
  • Springburn Childcare, Hungerford
Springburn Childcare is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is surrounded by open countryside, yet only two minutes away from the M4.

The children develop and learn through positive outdoor experiences and play. The children can investigate the wildlife areas or grow fresh fruits and vegetables to learn about the growing cycle and the importance of healthy eating.

The experienced and long-serving team creates a safe and caring environment for all children to confidently develop. Staff provide fun and interesting activities to deliver the early years curriculum, as well as additional extra-curricular activities. Springburn was rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted October 2018.

Nursery features include a contemporary wooden building, specifically designed from a child’s point of view; three separate outdoor spaces, adapted to each stage of development; natural surroundings; quick access to M4 junction 14; a large off road car park for safe and convenient drop-off and pick-up.

Menus are created seasonally, there is an on-site chef who prepares carefully balanced menus and freshly cooks all meals, using only high-quality ingredients.

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Care Provided by Springburn Childcare

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Keelie Lashly (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 87
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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 Springburn Childcare

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Springburn Childcare Reviews (49)

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Springburn Childcare has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.825) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Springburn Childcare has 49 reviews.

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Review from Natasha S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Springburn 3 years now and is in his final few months. Springburn is nothing short of fantastic. I am so glad we moved to a local Village and found Springburn i wouldn't have my son anywhere else. The staff team are amazing and the relationships they build with the children are great.
The management team again are fantastic and nothing is to much trouble for them. As a first time mum i was anxious and sometimes still am and they always answer any questions I have. The nursery its self is beautiful and well kept clean and tidy, lots for the children to do for the children and they are always looking at how to improve. The current "acting manager" has been acting for nearly a year now and is a phenomenal manager and I'm looking forward to her getting the post on a permanent basis. They are very flexible and accommodating. The nursery feels like a home from home and I will always recommend to friends/family to send there littles ones here. Thank you.

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Review from Vicky M (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves coming to nursery, he always has great fun! The staff are really caring and friendly at Springburn. I would highly recommend!

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Review from Lucy G (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone is incredibly friendly. My son is always happy to leave me in the morning, which says a lot. They care. I know he is in excellent hands.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your review. We will pass on your comments to our team.


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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the nursery a very welcoming place to be. Staff are always very happy which I find helps put the children at ease. I love how flexible hours can be if extra days/hours are needed. Overall I would recommend Springburn to any friends/family members looking for somewhere to send their children.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your review. We love seeing the little ones coming in with a smile on their face.


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Review from Pippa B (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our children have been at Springburn for a couple of years now and they really enjoy their time and look forward to going in. The rooms for the ages are brilliant and the staff go above and beyond for the children and parents. Our 3-year-old is now in pre-school and has made such a nice group of friends.
They have also started rugby tots on a Friday morning which he absolutely loves. Our youngest is in Bunnies and is so excited every time we pull into Springburn car park!

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your review. We will be sure to let our team know of your lovely comments. Thank you for your continued support.


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Review from Niamh F (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Springburn for the last twelve months and she is thriving at Springburn. She has made a lovely group of friends and we feel supported by the setting. It is always very clean and the staff are understanding and helpful. Activities are engaging and her learning has been
very noticeable. Springburn have been instrumental to my daughter meeting her 24-month milestones. The food choices are varied and healthy and contribute to my daughter being non-fussy.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to our team.


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Review from Kelly K (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery! I would not put my child in any other nursery. We travel quite far to get here too. All the staff are amazing, kind and caring. There is a wide range of activities and great options for food. My child absolutely loves it here.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your review. We will be sure to pass your kind comments on to the team.


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Review from Georgina C (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our two-year-old boy attends Springburn, and we are so happy with it. He clearly loves his time there and the staff. The manager and her team are wonderful - always quick to respond to any queries and are accommodating if we need to add extra sessions.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your kind review - I will pass your kind words along to the team.


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Review from P M (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our boys absolutely love Springburn; we couldn't be happier with the nursery. We moved to the area with a 3-year-old, who was happy in his previous nursery, and a 1-year-old starting nursery and they both integrated really well. Everyone in the team is great with both the boys and they both have a really
strong bond with their key person. We couldn't really ask for more!

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

The team work very hard to settle new children; it is lovely to have your kind review.


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Review from Jade S (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience has always been a positive one. My son is always happy in this setting and is always happy to discuss the activities he takes part in. The care given is excellent, and the staff know each child very well. It has a great outdoor space for the children to run around too. Excellent staff.
Would highly recommend!

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your kind comments along to the team.


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Review from Camilla D (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The most wonderful nursery. Both our boys attend and love it. The staff are kind, approachable and highly effective. The boys are happy and loved at Springburn. I never worry whilst they are there. Nothing is too much trouble for the lovely team, and knowing supply staff are not used is wonderful. The
children are always known.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

We are very lucky with our staff team, and I will make sure I pass your kind comments along to them.


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Review from Adrienn S (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 4-year-old son has been attending Springburn since he was 10-months-old, so has been in every single group. All of the ladies are absolutely fantastic. My child has built a very strong relationship with them from a very young age. Great facilities both indoors and outside. Exceptional education.
Great variety of healthy food (two hot meals a day). I love the daily sheets that tell me all about my child’s day with a photo during the activity.
I’m forever grateful I found this nursery!

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your lovely comments - where does the time go?


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Review from L E (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Springburn is a lovely nursery, such friendly, happy and helpful staff, who are really enthusiastic about what they do, you can tell they are passionate and enjoy the time spent with the children. I love that the staff take time to get to know your child and have a great one to one relationship. The
large range of activities they do are brilliant, and lots of outside play.
Both our eldest daughters went to Springburn and loved it. Both were very sad when it came to the time they had to leave and go to school. They made great bond's with the staff and made lots of good friends with the other children, never had any problems. We have always been so pleased with the service and at how accommodating they are, never felt the need to have to complain about anything, and that's why we now have our youngest daughter going there as well. I am delighted to say she has settled in just perfectly and always seems to be excited to go.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you so much for your review; we love seeing older children when they come back with their younger siblings!


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Review from Connie B (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Springburn is a lovely nursery. The staff are always helpful and friendly. There is feedback and a mini report at the end of the day with a picture, details of meals, sleep times and activities, so you get an insight into what their day is like. I'm very happy leaving my daughter in their care, and
she loves it there.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your review; I will pass your kind comments along to the team.


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Review from L M (Father of Child) published on 13 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff and carers are friendly, approachable and have built a good relationship with our children. The daily reports we receive are informative and give all the information we could hope for. A wide range of activities is provided, including singing, dancing crafts and outdoor activities. The management
team are always available to talk to. We are always happy leaving our kids in the care of Springburn as we trust they will be well looked after.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review; we really appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Springburn is a very friendly and welcoming nursery; all the staff members are very approachable and are always happy to talk about your child's needs. My son has come on leaps and bounds ever since he attended Springburn. Overall, my experience at Springburn has been excellent. Thank you to all the
staff. One very happy mummy.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review; we really appreciate your kind words.


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Review from G S (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Super nursery. The staff are very supportive, helpful and friendly. They provide a great range of food for the children.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your lovely review. We are lucky to have a great cook on-site to provide delicious home-cooked food for the children.


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Review from Alex W (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Springburn has been amazing for our little boy. He struggled to settle initially, but the staff helped him through it, and he quickly settled. Now he's full of smiles whenever we drop him off. Daily reports are really nice to receive, so you know what they've been up to.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you so much for your kind words, although coronavirus has us doing things slightly differently, we're pleased the contact and communications we are able to offer are well received.


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Review from Tori D (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The tree (2,2 and 1) have all just started, and I honestly don't have a bad word to say about the nursery! The staff have been fantastic with all kids settling in and very friendly. Couldn't be happier with my children being here, and the kids are enjoying themselves too.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for your kind words; the team work hard when settling children - it's always lovely to hear that parents feel it has worked well.


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Review from Alexis H (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a great and lovely nursery. The kids absolutely love it and couldn't be happier.

Reply from Manda Fisher, Manager at Springburn Childcare

Thank you for such a kind review; the children are loving making new friends and exploring our garden areas.


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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.825)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.825) out of 10 for Springburn Childcare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 7 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 4.723 for Springburn Childcare is calculated as follows: ( (63 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 83 Ratings = 4.723

  • 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 4.102 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Springburn Childcare is based on 7 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 = 3.7

    • 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 87 number of registered child places is 17.4. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.4 = 0.402

  • 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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Keelie Lashly

Job Title: Nursery manager

Joined: 2003

Nursery Manager at Springburn Nursery. Years of experience in Early Years care.


Frequently Asked Questions about Springburn Childcare

What is the Age Range of Children that Springburn Childcare accepts?

Springburn Childcare accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Springburn Childcare Open?

Springburn Childcare is open: 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.

How many Children does Springburn Childcare have capacity for?

Springburn Childcare has capacity for a total of 87 Children.

How far is Springburn Childcare to the centre of Hungerford?

3.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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