Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, Braintree CM7 3QZ
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9.9 104 Reviews
  • Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill, Braintree
Spring Nursery: A springboard for healthy first steps. Where you can leave your child safe in the knowledge that they are going to have fun being equipped with the practical skills they will need as they grow up.

Staff build on what you do by encouraging each child to discover their individuality, try new things, make friends and to learn about the modern world through play.

Spring Nursery is located less than 1 mile from Braintree Freeport and offers a 49 place day nursery. Its is open from 7.30am until 6pm, 51 weeks of the year for children aged 0 months to eleven years.

They also have a holiday club through school holidays open from 7.30am until 6pm.

Care Provided by Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jade Arnold (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 14
  • Total Places for Children
  • 65
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

  • Sessions range in price depending on session times and age range.


    Fees can be requested by emailing direct or booking a tour.


  • Parking
  • Car park on site


Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill Reviews (104)

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Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.904) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill has 104 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am completely beyond happy with this nursery. I think the staff all in their own ways are fantastic! The manager and staff are kind-hearted and very special. The key person who was in my child's class was perfect! She is calm, kind and loving. How my little girl is treated at nursery is how we treat
her at home! The key person will hold a very special place in our hearts! My little girl's next class has been great and have given her the support that she needs. I thank you all for being so amazing! Thank you to the manager for being so welcoming and kind.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your kind review. It's lovely to hear such positive comments from the staff and to hear you're happy with our service. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started this nursery in September 2024 and was only 8 months. She's developing so well and is really happy when arriving at the nursery, she smiles at all the staff and they are doing a brilliant job following our home routine.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your kind review. Were so pleased that she had the best start with spring. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was a whole new experience that got me putting my child into the nursery as she is my first and only little one. I knew I needed to put her in a nursery as we are both very codependent on each other. When viewing the nursery to start with the manager showed me around and she was fantastic and made
me feel really at ease compared to another that I viewed in the area. Since joining, they have been so supportive and encouraging with my little one. She's grown close with her key worker and making friends and it's such an amazing feeling to watch and be part of as makes me feel less guilty for going to work, knowing she's in good hands and enjoying her days. Can't thank you enough.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review, it was a pleasure to show you around our setting and it's lovely to see her so settled and happy.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were really nervous to send our son to nursery for the first time especially as he is our first. We visited a lot of nurseries in the area but Spring Carousel just felt right. The team are lovely and always on hand for support. They also use an app to communicate with parents which really helped
me in the early days when our son was settling in. Now he loves going to nursery and runs in before me! He has gained lots of confidence and skills and is just blossoming more each day. We are so glad that nursery is such a positive experience for him and therefore for us too!

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review. We love how confident he has become since starting his spring journey with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 11-month-old girl has been at this nursery for 2 months now, the progression I've seen in her has been outstanding - she's gained more confidence, social skills, motor skills (is not crawling and pulling herself up into a standing position) and communication skills. I have been nothing but incredibly
impressed with Spring Carousel Nursery; their staff are kind, helpful and caring to both the children and the parents - my daughter loves each and every staff member she has had the pleasure of interacting with. They offer a wide range of foods; allowing children to try and get used to lots of different tastes and textures - I often find myself jealous of what my daughter has had for her lunches! Spring Carousel also have a varied selection of toys and activities to keep the children entertained- challenging their motor skills and knowledge in order to learn all day every day! I would recommend this nursery to anyone; especially new and nervous parents - they're extremely reassuring.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your kind review. We're so pleased you feel reassured by us as practitioners as we are always on hand to support parents through the transition to nursery. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son currently attends this nursery and he absolutely loves it. He started in September in the explorers room and he very quickly adjusted to his daily routine and is so comfortable with the setting. The nursery manager and deputy manager are absolutely fantastic and so supportive. All of the nursery
teachers at Carousel are very welcoming and friendly, They all really take the time out to get to know the children and the families. At pick up we are always told what the children have done during the day, who they played with and what they enjoyed. I love that this setting does drop-in sessions throughout the year so parents can come in and take part in activities with the children. I would highly recommend this nursery to everyone who is looking. They really do know how to look after children, keep them safe, teach them valuable things and support their early learning. Thank you Carousel, so happy my son still gets another 2 years with you!

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your kind review. Parent partnership is really important to us and we love being able to offer these stay and play sessions to our parents so they can come in and play with their child. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our first baby boy started at Spring Carousel in January this year. Being first time parents and only living in the area for the last fews years, we had no family or close friends to recommend a nursery, so we used a social media page to get reviews and Spring came up a lot with raving reviews. We are
so glad that our boy got into the nursery as he has flourished there so much beyond our expectations. All the staff and managers are friendly and so caring. Our boy now only 15 months goes into nursery not even looking back at me and Dad as he loves it there so much. We are forever grateful that the staff have been so fantastic with our boy helping him to develop socially, mentally and physically. He really is becoming a bright, confident little toddler. The app that we use daily to see how our boy's day is going, nappy changes, food, and sleep is amazing and gives us so much peace of mind while our boy is at nursery. Thank you again for being a home from home for our little boy!

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased your nursery journey has been so positive. We love our family app for our parents too. We're so pleased he has flourished in our setting. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started Spring on Chapel Hill in March 2024 at only 9 months. I was really apprehensive to leave her in a nursery setting all day at such a young age but I have been over the moon with the nursery and its wonderful staff. She has settled in so quickly and has the most fun-filled days! So
happy I chose this lovely nursery for her to grow and learn in. It's a happy place for her and me as I know she is safe and happy here! Can't recommend it enough even in such a short space of time!

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thankyou for your kind review. We are so pleased your nursery journey has started off so well and we cant wait to have lots more fun filled days with her. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is amazing, my son now communicates better and shows more interest in learning. I’m so glad my son started here. The app is great at keeping us informed about his day and the staff are always so friendly and welcoming.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad you're enjoying your spring journey with us at Carousel.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff at Spring Carousel are very friendly and approachable, especially management.
My son is very excited when he hears "Let's go to nursery”. He always has a bright smile on his face to and from which makes me feel relieved knowing that he likes it.
The learning technique is great and hygiene is
up to standard. Food is very nutritious too.
I highly recommend this nursery as it makes every child’s dream come true.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad you're enjoying your spring journey with us at Carousel.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been at the nursery for over a year, and we haven't had any issues so far. More often than not, my child struggles with being dropped off but always settles well and gets plenty of cuddles from the wonderful staff. We love getting regular updates on the app and seeing what she’s been up
to throughout the day. The staff obviously put a lot of work into the daily activities. She always comes away with a smile on her face and lots of funny, lovely stories. We would highly recommend.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad you're enjoying your Spring journey with us at Carousel.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended his settling-in sessions and loved them so I expected him to have an easy transition. Unfortunately, when he started in January he showed a lot of separation anxiety and still does now. I am so grateful to everyone in the innovators room for how they treat and calm my boy in the mornings.
He has formed a great bond with his key person and I could not be happier with the way she treats him. I really think she does an amazing job and I can see how much she cares about each child. They encourage my son to eat foods he wouldn’t normally eat at home and has even taught him his ABCs. I would definitely recommend this nursery to others if given the chance.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your review! Your lovely comments will be passed on to the Innovators team! Kind Regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great school, they know the importance of getting the parents involved should an issue arise and do it in a very respectful, approachable manner. The teachers are truly invested in children’s education and their growth as learners. Great school! My child is very happy to be in school. Teachers are very
nice and helpful.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We really appreciate your feedback! Kind Regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The nursery setting and staff are wonderful. My child has settled in really well and the food provided is healthy and has opened my child up to eating much more. They also helped him with BLW as I was very nervous with this and now he mostly feeds himself. The app provides updates of everything throughout
the day and an overall summary of what the children have done that day. My only comment would be that the pictures could be more inclusive. There’s been quite a few times my child has been there and there aren’t any pictures of him that day. Whilst I understand this is a wonderful perk, it’s always nice to see my child in them and what he’s been doing, but otherwise, I love the nursery, as does my child and I wouldn’t want him anywhere else.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thanks for your review! We value your feedback and will use it to continually improve our practice so that everyone benefits from our service. Your input is vital for us to enhance the experience for all involved. Kind Regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

So far everything seems good. My child is doing really well there and the staff are amazing and the food is always interesting. Since my child has gone there he's eaten things that I've never expect him to eat, just really good.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your review. We really appreciate your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at the nursery are all doing a very great job in looking after the kids, their safeguard is top-notch, the feeding is nutritious, the playground is awesome, the relationships and bond between the staff and the kids are great, and more strength to your staff.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your kind words and such a lovely review!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing very kind and caring. When my daughter is upset I pick her up and cuddle her. She has become more sociable and has settled nicely into the nursery. Throughout the day they have amazing contact and keep you updated. I’m so glad my daughter has started here.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your review. We are glad that you are happy with our service!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff have been so great with helping my little boy settle and staff in other rooms remember and always say hello to my oldest child when he comes in at pick-up time. The app is great at keeping us informed about his day and the staff are always so friendly and welcoming.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is such a lovely nursery, they went above and beyond! My daughter unfortunately broke her leg a few weeks before she was due to start at the nursery, as a mum I found it a very stressful time. I was amazed at how much support the staff gave us as I really didn’t want her to miss out on starting
with other children. Talking to their deputy manager, who was my point of contact, she made it possible (with other colleagues) for my daughter to continue with her settling in session and had put a plan in place for her to still be cared for whilst she was in cast. Luckily it was all off by the time she started properly, but really appreciated what they had done for us. She has never been in any childcare before and loves it! She runs in and gives the staff a cuddle, that alone shows that she feels safe and loved!

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Thank you for your kind review! Were so happy she has settled well with us at Spring.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a single mum I was incredibly worried about selecting the right nursery for my daughter. On visiting Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill I knew immediately she would be at home. The staff are wonderful when I booked a look-around and her settling days were brilliant. Since starting at the nursery
her development has come on leaps and bounds. The communication between the nursery and parents is above my expectations. If you are looking for a nursery, look nowhere else.

Reply from Jade Arnold, Manager at Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

We really appreciate you leaving us a review. Thank you.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.904)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.904) out of 10 for Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill 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 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.904 for Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill is calculated as follows: ( (229 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 249 Ratings = 4.904

  • 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 Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill is based on 20 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 65 number of registered child places is 13, which has been reached with 20 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 (12)

Jade

Jade Arnold

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2011

Jade has worked for the company since 2011 and holds a level 3 childcare qualification. Jade strives to ensure that the children are at the heart of all decisions and ensures they are learning and developing through many areas of play. Jade loves to see the children thrive.


Jade also has a daughter and loves to be creative and messy.


Jade is also the SENCO alongside the deputy and also has a mental health first aid certificate


Carly

Carly Ellis

Job Title: Deputy Manager and Senior Practitioner

Joined: 2013

Carly is Spring Carousels, deputy manager. She is Level 3 qualified and is based all over the nursery setting supporting the rooms with quality and the office with managerial tasks.


Amy

Amy Smee

Job Title: Senior Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2013

Amy is our Senior Practitioner and works within our Explorers room.


She holds a level 3 childcare qualification.


Amy is also our student coordinator and ensures students feel supported when learning in our setting.


Laura

Laura Baker

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2013

Laura holds a level 3 Qualification.
Laura started with the company as a casual worker and has now progressed to working full time at Spring Carousel and is based in our Navigators room


Diane

Diane Austen

Job Title: Lunchtime Assistant

Diane is our lunchtime assistant currently based in our Inventors room supporting the team in caring for the 36+
Diane has worked here for a number of years and has great experience with this age group.


Shannon

Shannon Pritchett

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Shannon began working with us in September 2018 and is currently based in our navigators room.
Shannon holds a level 3 qualification
Shannon is another fundraising coordinator and plans lovely activities to help support us and other charities


Rebecca

Rebecca Collar

Job Title: Senior Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Becca is our senior practitioner in Navigators room and holds a level 3 qualification in childcare.
Becca enjoys working with this particular age group and has had lots of experience.


Becca is our qualified PANCO alongside the manager and has achieved Start life well status for Spring Carousel.
Becca is also our health and safety coordinator


Georgina

Georgina Law

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2019

Georgina has a level 3 qualification. She is currently based in our Explorers room. She enjoys being creative and getting messy with the children.
Georgina is also our outside coordinator and supports in making the garden fun and exciting.


Joanne

Joanne Howland

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2019

Joanne is our apprentice. She is working towards a level 3 qualification in childcare. Joanne joined our Spring Carousel team in 2019. Joanne is currently working within all base rooms to widen her experience.


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Chloe Clark

Job Title: Early years practitioner level 2

Joined: 2019

Chloe is currently on maternity leave


Chloe has a level 2 qualification and is currently studying her level 3. She is currently based in Navigators Room. Chloe enjoys lots of arts and crafts which the children love!


Becca

Becca Lord

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2012

Becca is based in our Inventors room and holds a level 3 qualification in childcare.


She is also our fundraising coordinator alongside her team member and enjoys planning fun activities for us all to take part in.


Bradley

Bradley Gray

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2021

Brad has a level 3 qualification and is based in our inventors room. Brad has also taken on the role of garden coordinator and has lots of fresh ideas to spruce up or large play area.
Brad really enjoys working in the childcare sector and brings a really fun vibe to Spring Carousel for the children.


Frequently Asked Questions about Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

What is the Age Range of Children that Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill accepts?

Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill Open?

Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill is open: 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.

How many Children does Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill have capacity for?

Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill to the centre of Braintree?

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