Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Walnut Tree Centre, Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes MK7 7AN
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  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Walnut Tree in Milton Keynes, is proudly rated Good by Ofsted (February 2025).

At the nursery, children of all ages enjoy a safe and secure environment with ample learning opportunities.

The nursery is bright, homely and spacious with a fantastic outside area for children to enjoy; an environment that is safe and secure. With well-resourced playrooms and easy access to the outdoors, children are enabled to grow, develop and prepare for school life.

The nursery is committed to finding the best childcare solution for each family and can provide flexible sessions, including both half and full days to suit your family life. Up to 22 hours of funded hours are available all year round in addition to free childcare for all three and four-year-olds.

Care Provided by Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Louise Higgins (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 40
  • Total Places for Children
  • 69
  • 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 & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes Reviews (97)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.508) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes has 97 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes and we've had a great experience. The staff are helpful, friendly, and supportive, creating a wonderful environment for learning and play. My children love going in every day, and I feel confident knowing they're well
looked after. Communication is great, and I highly recommend this nursery to other parents.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes. Confidence in your childcare provider is key when leaving your precious children in the care of others. We are truly grateful you chose us and that you feel confident leaving them in our care. The team is dedicated to creating a safe, healthy and fun environment with exceptional childcare and education for each child.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We have been with this nursery for almost 2 years. My child gets very excited to go there, they have lovely teachers. The office staff are lovely too, very quick with all the queries and requests. Is a nice clean building, looks child-friendly inside.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree. We are so pleased to hear that your child enjoys their time with us and that your experience of the staff has been good! They are a wonderful team who are truly dedicated to each child in their care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree 5 months ago. He had been at 2 previous nurseries, therefore he was starting another nursery at the age of 3, this gave me anxiety as he was not a child who settled in quickly (hence the first nursery move) and would often cry at drop-off. However, I
was blown away with how quickly he did settle into Kiddi Caru. The staff have been amazing from day 1. This nursery has had such a positive impact on my son. There is always management and admin there to support staff and clearly show they are not scared to roll their sleeves up and join in. The staff in butterflies and preschool are just beyond amazing, even when at home he wants to carry on pretending to be a school and we all have to take turns in the role play as two staff members in particular (clearly the mother role is boring to him). I am so grateful knowing my son is happy and safe while I am at work and I can not thank everyone in Kiddi Caru enough.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree. How wonderful to read about how well and quickly, your son settled in! Our team is truly amazing and so passionate about providing exceptional childcare and education in a nurturing, safe and fun environment. We know each child has different needs and wants, so we pride ourselves on being able to adapt to ensure each child can flourish and grow. Thank you for trusting us with his care, we look forward to our ongoing journey together of helping him develop and thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery and is very accommodating. My daughter has a great time there and her speech and overall development has massively improved. The staff are lovely and the management are fantastic. Thank you for looking after our little troublemaker.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes. We are so happy to hear that you have seen such a big improvement in her speech and development. Our team is dedicated to providing a safe, healthy, fun and high-quality educational environment to each child we care for - and we genuinely do care for each child!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Ladybirds room staff have been fantastic with our son. Our son has complex needs and they have gone above and beyond for him.
His eating has improved immensely, and the variety of food offered is great.
We have a lot of involvement with the management at the nursery too, they are all so friendly
and helpful.
I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree. We are so happy to hear that we have been able to meet your son's needs and give you peace of mind when leaving him in our care. We truly are dedicated to each family and their needs, and we want to provide every opportunity we can to help them thrive in the way in which they need. Thank you for your feedback and recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been going to Kiddi Caru for a just over a year now and she is really happy there. The staff are all really friendly and so good with the children. My little girl took a while to settle when she first joined but from the love the staff gave to her she felt at home within a couple
of weeks and she settled well and her cheeky normal self soon started to come out. Seeing her go into nursery happy every day makes me feel confident that I made the right choice.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi there. Thank you for your review on Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes. We are so glad our staff could help your daughter settle so well and give you peace of mind! We hope her cheeky little personality continues to shine and thrive!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am thankful for all the staff and the joy and happiness when picking up my son, he's doing wonderful at your school and so happy to come in all the time and the smile on his face when he comes in and when I pick him up the staff are very polite and pleasant, I couldn't be happier for my child to attend
your school. Thank you for all you do for him and I love him being at this school I found the perfect one. Thank you very much.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi there. Thank you for your feedback! Your child's wellbeing and development is our top priority and we're so glad that your son is so happy and doing well at school. We understand how difficult it is leaving your children in the hands of others, and we are truly grateful you trust us with your son. Thank you again for such a lovely review, we hope your son continues going from strength to strength!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I currently have two children attending Kiddi Caru Walnut Tree, one who has just started at age 11 months and one who started at 1 year old and is currently 2 years and 8 months old. My oldest child absolutely loves going into nursery and has been thriving ever since she started. I believe the staff
has helped her develop her vocabulary, social skills and developmental level well. It has also helped her learn important milestones such as feeding herself, sharing, walking, communicating and potty training. Most importantly I believe she feels safe and loved at Kiddi Caru. There was no hesitation in sending our younger daughter in too and hopefully, she'll have a similarly great experience.

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi there, thank you for your positive review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes. We are so pleased to hear that your children are happy and thriving at our nursery. We do our very best to ensure that all our children have all the skills they need for their next steps in life. We are so glad to hear that you feel like your children are safe with us at Kiddi Caru Walnut Tree.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

I had a very bad experience at Kiddi Caru Nursery in Walnut Tree.
On the first day, I found my son left alone in a corner crying while the manager in the baby room was at the table with a girl who was perfectly fine and settled. But she kept telling me my son was okay.
On another day when I was to
pick up my son all the windows were covered, my son was crying and they didn't permit me to see him through the window and that doesn't offer transparency to me.

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi there, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We're sorry to hear that you were unsatisfied with your experience at our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery & Preschool in Walnut Tree. We take our settling-in sessions very seriously and do understand that it can take some children longer to settle than others. Windows may have a restricted view to ensure the safety of all children at our setting. You can always discuss concerns around settling within the nursery with the nursery manager who can give you further support.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending the nursery since January 2023, since she was almost 1 years old.
I cannot fault the nursery team and staff, they have cared for her so wonderfully and with compassion.
She has developed so well and is such a social toddler now, that I think the nursery has helped this
immeasurably.
We are due to leave the nursery in September, only because of relocating.
We would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Children enjoy a supportive, encouraging nursery environment and engaging activities which are informed by our bespoke education programmes. These provide plenty of educational opportunities and the chance to form close bonds with other children through practising important skills like problem-solving and sharing.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery, my son thrives there. I have loved this nursery for years I went there as a baby and for my son to go there now is amazing. Best nursery with lovely staff and the children learn so much.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's great to hear that your little one is thriving with us! Our team uses our bespoke education programmes to devise a variety of creative and engaging opportunities for children to develop positive knowledge and important skills for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

One of the best at looking after the kids. I am very happy with the progress of my child and how the staff gives feedback to the parents. Overall I am pleased with the entire service and and the app is updated on a daily basis such that you can track what your kid up to.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is progressing well with us! Our specially-designed education programmes aim to empower, encourage and inspire children to develop important skills for the future. Our app is a great communication tool which helps keep our families up-to-date on their little one's nursery journey.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not recommend Kiddi Caru enough! After the most turbulent year for them in which the whole premises was destroyed by fire, all the team have worked tirelessly to ensure the continuity of incredible care. The staff are simply wonderful, the level care is brilliant and despite the temporary facilities
not being what they are used to due to the above, they’ve made it feel as homely, warm and stimulating as possible. My nearly 2-year-old absolutely loves going to nursery!
Can’t go wrong with this nursery!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi, thank you for the incredibly kind words about our team! They work so hard to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Following the unfortunate fire in Walnut Tree, my two children were quickly put into a replacement nursery together.
The staff were wonderful making them both feel welcome and ensuring that my eldest got the stimulation that he needed.
Since my daughter has been moved to the portacabins they have
been great with her. Making sure she has opportunities to play outside and indoors
I can't thank them enough for the care they are/have shown my children.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

Hi, thank you for the incredibly kind words about our team. They work hard to provide a great variety of fun, engaging activities for the children to enjoy alongside our fantastic education programmes. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding service. Our baby just moved to a new class and he seems to learn so many new things already. Staff are very friendly and take their time to talk to you about your child’s daily activities. Our baby goes to nursery with a smile on his face and that says it all.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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

The nursery on the whole is absolutely fantastic. Any issues we have had have been resolved quickly and effectively. All the staff have gone above and beyond for my daughter and she really enjoys nursery and even asks to go on the weekend.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has very friendly staff who are on top of their game. Daily detailed feedback on my child is absolutely satisfying. Prompt response at dropping and picking times enables me not to rush to attend to other commitments. Thank you.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot recommend this nursery enough. The staff are all so lovely and caring. My daughter was so nervous about going to nursery as she is very attached to me but has come on so well and now really enjoys going to nursery and goes in happy and smiley every time. She has learnt so much. I am so pleased
with everything, the food is lovely and healthy too. Cannot thank everyone enough for making my daughter's nursery time so happy and giving me so much reassurance. Thank you for your hard work.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Exceptional quality care and standard.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves it and all we had is just the best experience and excellent staff.
Recommended it.
We are glad that we chose the best nursery that our daughter could have.
It is secure and very professional.
Only good words.

Reply from Alanah Hewett, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.508)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.508) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 13 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 4.566 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes is calculated as follows: ( (132 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 166 Ratings = 4.566

  • 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 4.942 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes is based on 13 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 69 number of registered child places is 13.8. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.8 = 0.942

  • 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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Karen Molloy

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Karen Molloy is our dedicated Nursery Manager, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for early years education to our nursery. Karen is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. She believes in the importance of building strong relationships with families and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all.


Frequently Asked Questions about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes

What is the Age Range of Children that Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes accepts?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes Open?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes is open: 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.

How many Children does Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes have capacity for?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes has capacity for a total of 69 Children.

How far is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes to the centre of Milton Keynes?

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