Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury)

244 Wendover Road, Aylesbury HP21 9PD
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  • Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury), Aylesbury
Grasshoppers Day Nursery is a home-from-home environment set within a beautiful detached house with a stunning garden. They have also obtained their Green Flag award.

There is a large, enclosed and well-equipped garden with safe and secure areas for each age group. Outdoor activities are scheduled throughout the year to maximise the amount of time children spend in the open air.

The nursery offers a fully inclusive package, opening from 7.30-6.30 giving parents a convenient service.

Care Provided by Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Corinna Whitbread (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 41
  • Total Places for Children
  • 73
  • 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 & 2 Inset Days
  • Parking
  • Free parking is available onsite.


Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) Reviews (147)

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Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) has a Review Score of 10 (9.964) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) has 147 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Neither of our daughters are ever unhappy about going into nursery. Both of them loved their time here and our eldest adjusted really well going into reception as I believe they had all the confidence required. Thanks to all the staff for your support.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy we chose Grasshoppers Day Nursery for both our girls. They both enjoyed their time with you. They have learned, played and grown with you and they have both developed into lovely young ladies thanks to the very good start they had with you. Once again thank you all for the experiences
and kindness they have received from you all. Wish you all the very best for the future.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Grasshoppers Day Nursery since she was 9 months old and thoroughly enjoyed her time here. Starting nursery during the pandemic was an unsettling time, but Grasshoppers were brilliant at keeping everything as normal as possible for the children. The staff are all always very friendly
and helpful. My daughter has grown in confidence throughout her time at Grasshoppers and always looks forward to her days attending nursery. The app is helpful in keeping parents up to date with food, sleep and activities, especially in the younger rooms. I am pleased that my daughter is now well prepared for starting in a school environment - thank you!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both my boys have gone through Grasshoppers, I cannot say enough good things about the staff and the nursery. I know when the boys were there they were cared for to the highest level and I had no worries about dropping them off for the day! They have loved every minute of being there and learnt so much
plus tried lots of new food which they wouldn’t touch at home! Thank you to the whole team and we will miss you all.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Grasshoppers Day Nursery since he was only five months old and I would absolutely recommend this nursery. The teams in all rooms, as well as reception and management, are wonderful. Not only is this fun for my son but Grasshoppers Day Nursery have encouraged his development no end.
The daily updates on the app are super helpful to manage routines (sleep, meals etc) but I always love any picture snapshots and also the monthly learning stories.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has been at the nursery since being a toddler and it has always been a very positive experience, both for himself and me as a carer. The staff have always displayed professional behaviour, yet they are warm and caring. The staff provide interesting and exciting activities for the children
and they always endeavour to understand each individual's needs. My grandson has developed a passion for learning and is provided with plenty of opportunities to learn new things. Through his experiences at Grasshoppers, I feel he is well prepared for when he starts school in September.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have sent both my children to Grasshoppers Day Nursery and can’t praise them highly enough. They provide a caring, supportive and friendly environment for both the children and parents. My eldest child is in preschool and is always excited to go in and loves telling me about all the different activities
they’ve done throughout the day. My youngest is in caterpillars and has come on leaps and bounds since starting. The only reason we are moving is because another child base nursery has opened closer to home. I wouldn’t trust any other provider. Thank you Grasshoppers for providing such a lovely nursery experience for all of us.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visited multiple nurseries and the decision was easy as we found overall experience of visiting Grasshoppers Day Nursery very good as the staff were awesome and explained to us all the details which were important. Our daughter has now spent over 3 months at the nursery and she settled literally
within a week and I believe one of the reasons for that is the super friendly and caring staff. Every morning without fail our daughter is welcomed with a big smile from each and every staff. Also, regular updates on meals, sleeps, activities and milestones via a mobile app is very helpful. Evening briefs are again very helpful. Our daughter is happy and so are we as parents.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined Grasshoppers Day Nursery in August 2022. The team and management are both super friendly and the atmosphere is always welcoming. I was slightly worried about her settling in as she was very shy towards the beginning however now she loves going to nursery and her confidence has grown.
The bond between her and her key worker is fantastic and they have built such a great relationship since she has joined. The online portal is absolutely fantastic and so useful for parents and you are able to keep track of your child's progress and also see what they have been doing in the nursery. I would highly recommend Grasshoppers Day Nursery for anyone who is looking for a nursery for their little one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending Grasshoppers Day Nursery since November 2022. The staff took their time to help her settle into a new environment and she now runs in happily! She loves her keyworker and all the staff, and it's so lovely that every member of staff knows your child and how they're getting
on even if they aren't in the room. I like that I get regular updates through the app, and they were happy for me to ring at any time when she was settling in (or if she's a bit unsettled even now) to see how she was getting on. I would definitely recommend Grasshoppers to friends and family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We recently moved our 2 year old from a different nursery to Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) and up to this date we are very happy with the change. Our daughter seems to settle in very well and is already separating from us with confidence and exploring her new setting. She is getting involved
in a wide variety of activities and play and we get snapshots of her almost on a daily basis which is highly appreciated. We also get feedback when we pick her up about her overall day. The staff is very polite, friendly and really passionate about their jobs, they are very good at bonding with the children and keeping the parents updated. Although she’s been there for only one month, my daughter is excited about going to nursery and more involved in activities, and obviously, this is reassuring for us parents. I do find the fees quite high, but I guess childcare is expensive and pretty much everything these days.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) in August 2022. Our experience from enquiry through to finding a place was brilliant, the staff were always happy and friendly. Once my daughter joined she took a few weeks to settle in and the staff were brilliant at reassuring her and me! Nothing
was too much and I could call at any time to find out how she was. My daughter very quickly bonded with her key worker and other staff in the room and now absolutely loves her time there. Every morning she is ready to wave me off and at the end of the day she is always happy and smiling. The entire team at Grasshoppers are incredibly friendly, patient and warm. I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone looking.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) since October 2022 and she absolutely loves her time there. The nursery and every single member of staff are so warm and welcoming, they make every effort to get to know each child and parents. My daughter is absolutely thriving at nursery,
the staff in her room are amazing at personalised care and her development. I would recommend Grasshoppers Day Nursery in a heartbeat because three months in and we are so happy with our decision to send our daughter to this nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) for the past year. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone. The space is lovely and kept clean, there are plenty of toys and great outdoor spaces. The staff are excellent giving great personalised care. They all get to know the
children and are aware of their individual needs, likes and dislikes. They tailor the learning accordingly and the app is great to keep parents up to date.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grasshoppers Day Nursery has been truly outstanding. Both of my children have loved their time here. Each and every staff member is welcoming and really make the effort to know each child. This definitely made such an impact on my children's settling in, the moment they walk in through the front door
they are greeted by an ever-friendly face and this continues until they get to their room. Routines are well established and the children know what they are doing. They are valued and given responsibility, whilst being in top-quality care. I always find out what has happened in the day, through a handover from staff but also from excited children wanting to share their achievements of the day. Grasshoppers is a family and feels like a warm cuddle when you walk in. I highly recommend Grasshoppers to anyone who is after an excellent setting for their children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been impressed since the day I visited the nursery for a tour. The environment looks inviting and stimulating. The staff are warm and welcoming, making my child feel at ease. You don't feel rushed out the door when you collect your child and the handover feels tailored to my child's interests
and what she has enjoyed doing rather than it being general in relation to all the children. Love the app and how you receive updates throughout the day. I look forward to reading her observations and looking at the photos. My previous career was in childcare so I knew what I was looking for when I enrolled my child, I recommend Childbase nurseries to everyone. Thank you, Grasshoppers!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves going to nursery. The staff are very happy and loving towards her. They really do care about her. They come across that they are happy to be there because they want to be there. The venue is big and spacious, the garden has so much space and many activities. The food is great, so much
variety for her to try!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my daughters really enjoyed attending this nursery, always come home happy telling me all about their day. I always left knowing they were in very capable hands and had no concerns about their safety.
The staff are always friendly, very helpful and give good advice.
The meals are well balanced
and nutritious and also enjoyable.
Thank you Grasshoppers, we all have great memories!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grasshoppers Day Nursery has been an amazing place of wonderful growth and development for our son since 2018. My child experienced all his memorable milestones as a toddler at the nursery. The loving and tender care from the staff to our son and other children under their care cannot be adequately
described in words. I highly recommend this nursery, I guarantee that you will not be disappointed.
Every element of your need as a parent and your child's need will be happily accommodated. Even, if at any point they cannot help it will be communicated to you lovingly. As a parent, I have felt assured that my child was always getting the very best. Each individual staff member often goes out of their way to be friendly and engaging with parents. This brings comfort to the mind, knowing that our son considered the nursery as a second home. Choosing the nursery was the very best decision for my family. If you are considering the nursery, I encourage you to contact them.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grasshoppers Day Nursery has been truly fantastic with my son. He was a very shy and reserved child when he started. Now, 3 years later as he leaves for school, I know he will do well and it is in massive part thanks to the staff at Grasshoppers. Everyone was also keen to help and listen to my concerns
as a parent. They worked with me to help improve my son's confidence and put in place support for him. He has blossomed. I am so sad my son is leaving but I could not recommend Grasshoppers highly enough to any new parent.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.964)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.964) out of 10 for Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) 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 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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 4.964 for Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is calculated as follows: ( (348 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 360 Ratings = 4.964

  • 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 Grasshoppers Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is based on 30 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 73 number of registered child places is 14.6, which has been reached with 30 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 (1)

Corinna

Corinna Whitbread

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2005

Corinna is the Manager of Grasshoppers Day Nursery in Aylesbury. Corinna has a wealth of experience, having worked at Childbase Partnership since 2005 and gaining a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.


What is your favourite feature of Grasshoppers?
The beautiful building itself and the large outdoor space available for all children to extend learning opportunities.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
What makes our nursery is our team- we are an extended supportive family. We all share the same passion for supporting our children to learn and develop through a blended curriculum.