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.

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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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Review from Danielle B (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son has been going to the nursery since February. He seems to be very happy to go on the days he does attend and has a good bond with the staff. They always keep me up to date on the app and answer any questions I may have. My son is delayed in his speech, and his key worker has always worked to
improve this, even when I mentioned he struggles with the letter L, that week I noticed a phonics activity set up with the letter L. Hopefully when Covid rules have lifted, and I can come into the nursery, I will be able to see more of what he gets up to there.

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

Thank you so much for your kind review. Kind regards.


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Review from Sylwia K (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined nursery when he was three, and he loved it since day one. The staff are very professional, friendly and understanding. Great communication skills from every member of the team. It’s amazing. Always on point with my child's progress updates. We expecting baby number two, and I will be very
happy to send him to this nursery.

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

Thank you so much for your kind review. Kind regards.


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Review from Elizabeth K (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love the nursery. All the staff are really helpful. Both of our children have been very happy there and happy to attend. The day to day activities keeps them occupied and stimulated. I would highly recommend Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill.

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

Thank you so much for your kind review. Kind regards.


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Review from Seki A (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My kids love it here! They’re always very excited to go in; they love their teachers, and we appreciate the fact that we can see how they get on in real-time; the regular updates are excellent! We totally appreciate all the hard work that they do! Thank you!

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

Thank you so much for your kind review. Kind regards.


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

My son is autistic and (was) non-verbal when he started in September 2020, and as you can imagine, it was a very hard transition (more for me than for my son). However, the amazing staff made the transition effortless, and the constant support and willingness to work together have produced amazing results
(my son starting to talk). The manager and another particular staff member have been so supportive in obtaining his EHCP and went over and above to support with issues with the local authority and my son's challenges. This isn't a special provision nursery, however, for any parents with children who require special attention, you couldn't find a better provision.

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

Thank you so much for your kind review.
Kind regards.


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Review from Hannah S (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I couldn’t be any happier with our choice to have sent our daughter to Spring Nursery Carousel. The staff here are just fantastic - attentive, caring, friendly and always welcoming.
Our daughter has additional needs, and throughout her time here, we saw her confidence grow and grow. She absolutely
loved her sessions and adored her keyworker.
She is devastated to have left for school and asks on a daily basis when she’ll be coming back, and I think really that says it all!


Thank you so much, Spring Nursery Carousel!


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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel. Kind regards.


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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves coming here. The staff are so friendly and caring. I love hearing about how the staff spends their days, creating bonds and friendships with my child. Even though she doesn't go as often as she used to, she is always made to feel welcome, safe and almost as if she hasn't been away. One
lady seems to be a favourite, and I hear all about what they do together on that day. I know my child is very well looked after during her time here, and she's always so excited and eager to return. The manager is also very helpful, and nothing is ever too much trouble. Everything is very appreciated from the staff between us both.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel. Kind regards.


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Review from Charlotte C (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been coming here since April.
It’s such a lovely nursery; every member of staff is kind and caring.
My daughter has gained more confidence and has learned so much since she’s started as well.
Would definitely recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel. Kind regards.


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Review from Sally W (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found the staff to be extremely kind, helpful and welcoming. They helped my grandson settle in very quickly and keep him motivated to really enjoy going to nursery. They are very professional in regular reporting of his progress. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Joanna M (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has bought the best out of my son; he’s become so confident and has come milestones in his learning, and it’s down to the staff here. I literally love the app as well, so in any doubts, you can always see what your child has eaten and done during the day without even being with them.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Mariola N (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn’t dream of a better nursery for my daughter! I’m sure it really is the best in Braintree!
She had a hard time adjusting at the beginning, but the team at the nursery were there for her every time she needed it. After some time, she fell in love with the place and all the ladies working there.
She was so happy every morning when she woke up and knew that it’s nursery day.
I will definitely recommend Spring Nursery to everyone!
Amazing place and amazing people!
Thank you so much for everything!

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Natalie H (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery! The attention to detail when updating my son's care plans is incredible; they include every little detail needed and make sure they don’t miss anything! They work so closely with the children and parents too!

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Jordan E (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started nursery at Spring Carousel Chapel Hill back in Feb/March, and she is loving every minute of it.
We get updates each week on how she is getting on and what areas she is showing development in, as well as daily reports of what she is eating, nap times and any incidents (if necessary).


There is also a lovely big play area outside for the children to explore on sunny days.


Have recommended Spring Carousel to many friends already and will carry on doing so.


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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Ellie S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was extremely nervous about my daughter starting nursery, as was my daughter. But the staff were absolutely amazing with both of us. They have been fantastic with my daughter during her first year of the nursery; she’s had ups and downs with leaving me at the start of the day, but having great connections
with the staff has made this easier for her to gain independence away from me and she is so excited to be going back after the holidays. I have always been kept up to date with her progression, meals and day to day activities. Cannot fault this nursery at all.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Jenna B (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here in January 2021; she was very unsettled for the first 2-months. The whole time I had communication with the staff to make sure she was ok.
She now absolutely loves it; she is always so excited to go and see her friends and her teachers. She always comes home telling me what
she has been learning. I would highly recommend it here.
They have a lovely big outside area to play in too.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel
Kind regards.


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Review from Lauren G (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The ladies here at the nursery are absolutely lovely and have been so helpful in helping my son settle into his class.


We have had some issues around behaviour, but the girls in his class have always kept me totally in the loop and have always been hands-on and professional when I have discussed

any concerns with them.


My little boy has definitely flourished since being in this care setting, and I cannot wait to continue at the nursery for the pre-school term.


Thank you so much for all your hard work!


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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel.
Kind regards.


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Review from Yasmin G (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Spring Carousel is a fantastic setting. I have two children in this setting, and my eldest is in her last year. I have been dealing with the nursery for 3-years, and I’ve never had a problem or concerns. Each and every staff member is caring, friendly, kind, very supportive and very understand if a
change has happened in home life. Every member of the staff listen and take on board different things we try at home, and they do this at group time for example “sharing” read a book about it. The care they give towards my children is very professional, and they have all taken time to learn the needs of both my children. During COVID-19, they have all worked safely; it’s been hard for you all. Well done. The food is always good, and they record everything. I like that they have an app in which everything is recorded from meals to sleep and nappy changes. Maybe better garden resources, that’s about it. Keep up the good work, girls!

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel. We will definitely explore your suggestion for the garden resources.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my daughter started going here, she has improved in her speech and really grown in confidence.
The staff are so kind and helpful and always such a happy greeting when dropping off and collecting my daughter.
She always has fun and enjoys herself, and I feel happy knowing she is in safe hands
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recommend.

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

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you have enjoyed your experience here at Spring Carousel
Kind regards.


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Review from Rachel r (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot fault the nursery at all! They’re dealing with current circumstances brilliantly, and they keep you updated. I wouldn’t have sent my child anywhere else after my eldest went here. I have a good relationship with the staff, which is important when leaving my child there, I know they’re well looked
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Review from Keri H (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A great nursery that has been so flexible and supportive during the covid pandemic. My daughter loves coming to play with her friends, and the staff are so friendly and engaging. My daughter loves nursery here!

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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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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2021

Recipient: Spring by Action for Children

Date: Friday 28 May 2021 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2020

Recipient: Spring by Action for Children

Date: Tuesday 31 Mar 2020 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2019

Recipient: Spring by Action for Children

Date: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019 More details

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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.


Chloe

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.


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