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.

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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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Review from Jamie P (Father of Child) published on 5 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had both of our boys with Grasshoppers Day Nursery two days a week since mid 2018 and mid 2021. We have always found the staff to be amazing and caring of our boys and build meaningful relationships that create a nurturing and growth-positive environment. We get updates on the ParentZone app
that show us all the lovely things they get up to each day. This includes creative and messy tasks, lots of outdoor activities, reading and writing exercises, basic maths tasks, and generally having a great time with their little mates. The food is really good also, and we get updates on what they have eaten on the app too (honestly, I wish they would eat like that when they are at home). Other childcare options have come up for us along the way that would have been slightly more convenient or cost effective, but nothing has ever tempted us away from Grasshoppers as it is clear our boys get so much out of being there. I would recommend them to anyone!

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Review from F R (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to say a special thank you to all the staff at Grasshoppers Day Nursery for helping our son develop socially and academically. He has thoroughly enjoyed his time at the nursery. We loved the regular updates through the app and we will miss you all.

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Review from Saana M (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grasshoppers Day Nursery was our first choice for our daughter, and after reading all the reviews and seeing it all first hand, we’re so glad we chose them. Friendly staff, very attentive and I can happily leave my daughter knowing she’s in safe hands. We were extremely worried to start with, as our
little one is a picky eater, but everyone at Grasshoppers have worked so hard to make sure she tries new food. Socially, she’s more engaging and we have noticed such a difference in her behaviour around people. Nothing but positive things to say for everyone in the team. A big thank you to all for helping my little one excel in such a short space of time.

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Review from Becky H (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant Nursery. Lovely to have peace of mind that my daughter has been so well taken care of. Plenty of stimulation, lovely environment and great communication. She has always loved going and never complains which says it all really!

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Review from Penny M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is amazing, but more importantly, so is all the team. Both my girls have now finished and both were so school-ready, not only in terms of educational preparation but also socially and emotionally. We will miss going there every day, it really becomes an extended family.

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Review from V M (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery! Our son has really enjoyed his time there. The carers/staff are fantastic! They looked after him so well. It is a well-organised, fun place to learn and play!
We wish we could stay longer but it is time for him to go to school!

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Review from Michelle A (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very impressed with the standard of care and nurturing received for my two children from the staff. The meals are amazing, friendly environment and are a model for cleanliness and safety.
I highly recommend, 100%.

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Review from N D (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has been going to Grasshoppers for the last three years and is very excited to go there every morning. Comes home happy and has lots to tell about all the fun she had there.
Excellent resources and outdoor play areas.
The staff are always approachable and welcoming. Really impressed
with the well balanced menus with all the nutritional information provided. As a parent, I feel assured that my child is being well looked after. Would really recommend Grasshoppers.

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Review from Lauren S (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing childcare setting! Always felt comfortable leaving my children in safe hands with all the staff at Grasshoppers.
My youngest was born during the pandemic and hadn’t built any relationships with people outside of her immediate family, but within a few weeks of attending nursery, she became
more confident and comfortable with me leaving! Will definitely recommend!

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Review from Gaurav S (Father of Child) published on 10 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had both sons at Grasshoppers, the older one in Preschool and the younger one in three out of the four rooms. We have seen the boys develop so much during their time at the nursery. All of the key workers have been amazing. The rest of the nursery staff are top-notch and management is understanding
of the needs of the kids and the parents. It was a difficult time during the pandemic, however, each and everyone at Grasshoppers made sure it was "business as usual" for the kids throughout. Managing bubbles, entry, exit, masks, tests etc made it more complex but they managed it professionally. Communication has been one of the strengths and really important for parents to be kept up to date. We absolutely loved the nursery as much as our boys did. They miss it and we miss it as well.

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Review from Ellie G (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attends Grasshoppers, he always has so much fun here. He gets so excited in the morning and doesn’t want to come home some evenings. The staff here are all amazing, from the moment you step in the door. They are so welcoming and supportive to both my son and me. I would highly recommend Grasshoppers.
Thank you to all the staff there.

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Review from Trenace N (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined through the pandemic into the preschool class and settled in extremely well. His key worker worked very closely with us to ensure we were updated on progress and ensured we worked in partnership but equally to just provide updates on his day. Grasshoppers' facilities are amazing, they
have large rooms for all ages with an interactive board for learning. Different areas of the room have various things and stations but most importantly the activities are always different incorporating his likes and hobbies, keeping my overactive son engaged and most importantly challenged! They are privileged with such a lovely large outdoor space for all the stages and ages of a child's development. The staff are enthusiastic and really are thoughtful when it comes to the activities in and outdoor. My son comes home with lots to tell us about his day and often something he has made.
Thank you all for making my son's experience magical and the transition from a childminder to a nursery so smooth!

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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have been with Grasshoppers. All the staff are friendly, welcoming and supportive of my children's needs. I've been reassured continuously regarding my daughter's progress. The team really demonstrate a specific understanding of their needs and work with her to develop and encourage
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I will also recommend this nursery.
Thank you so much to the Caterpillar team who have been fantastic with my daughter - especially her key worker.
The management and administration team are supportive, organised and welcoming too.
Thank you all.

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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attended Grasshoppers from when she was one year old until she was three-and-a-half years old, so has passed through all of the various age range rooms.
We have had such a brilliant experience, all the staff have been fantastic throughout our time there and were incredible during the initial
lockdown situation where nurseries were closed for months. Considering how many children go to the nursery and how many different staff there are, I was always amazed that every single one seemed to know who my little girl was which is amazing, and would always greet her so warmly.
We receive regular updates via the app as well as photos and the usual daily debrief.
They have the most amazing garden too, really huge which all the children love. I will be very sad to say goodbye to Grasshoppers and have huge gratitude for their hand in helping my daughter become the lovely little girl she is today.

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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An absolutely amazing setting! My daughter attended Grasshoppers in the Preschool room from October 2020 - September 2021 when she started school. I cannot recommend this nursery enough, my daughter flourished and absolutely loved going. All the staff from the moment you walk in the door are welcoming,
friendly and everything is so child-focused making the children feel at home, secure and comfortable. My daughter had some tricky life changes whilst attending here and the staff went above and beyond to help her emotionally and developmentally. My daughter has been attending school for four months now and I can see how much preschool really helped prepare her for this change; she still talks about missing all the staff and missing going to preschool though! Thank you to each and every one of you!

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Review from Jo (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t rate Grasshoppers in Aylesbury highly enough! We transferred my daughter from another local nursery and were amazed by the difference. The staff are so lovely and accommodating my son's medical needs and problems with food intolerance. I couldn’t have asked for more.
The regular communication
via the App and at drop off/pick up was so personal and helpful. I loved seeing their photos/activities of what they had been up to and the progress that they were making, I felt a true partnership between home and nursery. Both of my children were fully ready for the transition to school.
I absolutely recommend Grasshoppers for their outstanding provision.

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Review from Jenny S (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has just left Grasshoppers after 3 years there and we have been so pleased with the care and support she has received. She loved going in which made it much easier for us as parents and the staff were always friendly and helpful. They catered well for her food allergy and kept us informed
of the activities she was doing via the app. We are very pleased that we chose Grasshoppers.

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Review from Sarah O (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughter and son have attended this nursery from two months old, with my littlest one leaving in the summer. The care they have both received from this nursery is outstanding. Even when they were so small I never felt worried that they wouldn’t be cared for. They always kept me informed about
everything going on. All the staff are so lovely and brilliant at their job and taking care of the children. My kids loved every moment they spent there and both still talk about it often and certain staff members. It was so hard to leave in the summer. There were a lot of tears from me. Thank you grasshoppers for everything you have taught and done for my children. We miss you all.

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Review from Elodie M (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children attended Grasshoppers from when they were babies. I wouldn't trust any other nursery with my children. They both really enjoyed it and the staff were always really friendly and helpful.

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Review from Rachel T (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grasshoppers is the most amazing nursery. My son attended for almost 4 years and loved it. The staff go above and beyond to care for the children and their families.
The care given is of the highest standard and always with the happiest of faces.
During Covid, their support to myself (as a key worker)
and my family was exceptional and so compassionate.
My son has thrived in their care and has started school with an excellent base of knowledge and skills.
I have previously, and will continue to, recommend Grasshoppers to everyone.
Thank you to Grasshoppers for being like an extra member of the family.

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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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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.


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