Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

5 Pathfields Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 3JH
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  • Chestnut Grove Kindergarten, Clacton-on-Sea
Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is a very warm, welcoming child care setting with great indoor and outdoor space for children to enjoy.

There is a very strong ethic of 'learning through play'.

It has a well-established and popular baby to two-year-old's room and places are always in high demand, leading into the two and rising three's room.

The setting also has a very popular pre-school room which focuses on preparing each child to take their all important step into school.

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Care Provided by Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Denise Hawke
  • Person in charge
  • Denise Hawke (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 23
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

  • Full Day 0-2 years £52, 3-4 years £50
    School Day 0-2 years £39.50 3-4 years £39
    Morning or Afternoon Session 0-2 years £29.50 3-4 years £28
    Extra Hours Hourly Rate £8.50ph
  • Parking

  • The car park is situated right next to the setting and has plenty of space for parents to park.


Chestnut Grove Kindergarten Reviews (93)

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Chestnut Grove Kindergarten has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.698) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Chestnut Grove Kindergarten has 93 reviews.

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Review from Lee I (Father of Child) published on 31 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been going to Chestnut Grove Kindergarten for 5 months now and attends twice a week. She really enjoys going and gets very excited and especially likes to be greeted with cuddles from the friendly carers upon arrival.
When we pick her up, we are given a detailed update of the day
she has had, including how she ate, how long she napped and what activities and interactions she's had. Our daughter loves being outside and the nursery has a nice outdoor play area. Before selecting this nursery we looked at 2 others in the area and we knew straight away that Chestnut Grove was the right one. The staff are friendly and caring, one staff member even came in on her day off when our daughter first started at nursery, just to help her settle in. Chestnut Grove is perfect for our daughter.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for this gleaming review. Our staff really do go above and beyond and we are so pleased to hear how you experienced this first hand.


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Review from Holly H (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My youngest has been at Chesnut Grove Kindergarten for two years. He has the best time at nursery. There are always fun and educational activities everyday. My son loves receiving the star of the week and being the happy helper for the day. The staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble, they are
so friendly and approachable. It's a nerve wracking situation leaving your child in someone else's care, I have never worried and feel very reassured about the care my son receives. He is always happy to go and always happy and playing with friends when I pick him up. Beautiful setting for young children. I couldn't ask for more.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this wonderful review the team here at Chestnut Grove very much appreciate our parents feedback.


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Review from S E (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery with lovely staff!
My son has come on leaps and bounds since attending this nursery and I cannot thank them enough.
The staff have been patient with him and worked with him at his pace to make sure he is happy & comfortable - and he is definitely happy & comfortable.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

So much appreciate your kind review and pleased to hear he is happy and comfortable in our care.


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Review from Gemma D (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is a outstanding nursery. All three of my children love this nursery so much. All the staff are so lovely and care about your children and parents well being, I couldn't ask for a better nursery for my children. I feel that my children are safe and happy here and would recommend
Chestnut Grove to everyone.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

What a lovely and kind review, all at Chestnut Grove really appreciate it.


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Review from Chelsey D (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Chestnut Kindergarten is a really nice nursery. All the staff are lovely and they are all good with the children. I recommend the nursery to everyone because your children will be well looked after and your children will love the nursery.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

We very much appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Nirvana S (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended Chestnut Grove. My boy left in 2020 amd My daughter still attends.
The staff are friendly and approachable. My eldest, now 8, is still welcomed back when we pick up my daughter, 2, and both are very happy.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this fantastic review.


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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. My second child who has attended and absolutely loves it. The staff are friendly and helpful. Never had any issues with the nursery. Wouldn't send my children anywhere else. Well-managed nursery. The best in the area.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

What a lovely review, we very much appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Thea P (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Chestnut Grove have been amazing. The staff really care about the children and their well-being at nursery. My child loves their teachers and created really lovely bonds with them, this is all because the staff are so authentic and genuine. They are reflective in their practice and creative in activities
they do in class. It makes it so much nicer to go to work knowing my child is well taken care of and happy.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this great review, we are so happy you are happy we are taking good care of the apple of your eye.


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Review from Linda W (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at the nursery for the last year and I couldn't wish for a better place. All the staff are so caring and supportive of the children. My son always comes home happy! They are also so good with activities with the children and love seeing the photos they share with. Would highly recommend!

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for this lovely review.


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Review from B F (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son enjoys coming to nursery three times a week an the staff are friendly and are always happy to update daily how your child been on collection. I find the app helpful to be kept updated, love seeing photos of the children doing different variety of activities.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for your review, the team here at Chestnut Grove really appreciates your feedback.


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Review from Emma-Leigh T (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is enjoying going and does a full range of activities. They offer great snacks at snack time. They have been great during the recent spout of hand, foot and mouth. There were very open with everything and did everything they could to prevent the spread as much as possible.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for your fantastic feedback, being open and honest is very important to us and I am so glad you appreciate all the measures that were put in place to ensure the safety of all the children in our care.


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Review from Steph H (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going here for just over a year and he absolutely loves it, the staff are fantastic with him and all so friendly. He has made lots of friends and he has really come out of his shell. I will be also sending my second child here when I go back to work.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Your feedback is extremely welcome, thank you so much and we cannot meet your second child in due course.


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Review from Jasmine R (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my sons attended this nursery. My first son attended from 1 years old and is now in reception, my second son attended this nursery from 7 months old and is currently still there and I can honestly not fault this nursery one bit. The staff are absolutely amazing and accommodating and really work
with you and your child with routines, feeding even potty training etc. The fact the nursery is open all year round and is open from early until late in the evening really helps working parents like myself. The manager is absolutely lovely and so accommodating and really she goes out of her way for you and your child. The nursery is full of toys and wonderful things for children to do of all ages. It's very clean. The staff update you of any illnesses going round and often update you on what your child's been doing, milestones they may have reached and constantly upload photos of your child (if you've given permission) I'm running out of characters and I could go on and on. 10/10.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for this incredible feedback, the entire team cannot thank you enough.


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Review from Anneka L (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely, friendly, happy staff. My little boy loves it there and always has a good day. They supply snacks which always go down well with my little boy as he loves his food. Communication is good and the app is always updated throughout the day so I can what he's been up to while he's there.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for this review, we very much appreciate your feedback.


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Review from Charlene L (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been here since September last year. And she has grown so much much. The staff are incredible and considerate. I can't thank them enough for positive influence they have had on her and bringing her out of her shell.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

This feedback means so much to us here at Chestnut Grove.


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Review from Matt B (Father of Child) published on 17 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery in Clacton. My son has settled very well at Chestnut Grove Day Nursery. Really pleased he is doing so well. Great support from the staff and his one-to-one help. Would recommend this setting to anyone.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this fabulous review Matt.
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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2-year-old has come on leaps and bounds since starting nursery here. Some of the staff have been here since my two other boys, 16 and 14, were at the nursery. Communication is perfect here.
My child goes in happy and comes out happy.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you A for this great review and we are so happy that you have come back to us with all your children.
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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sons come here and they both really enjoy it, they love all the teachers that look after them. Staff and management are very helpful especially when something comes up last minute they will try and help you out. The snacks are good for the children and if you feel like you want your child to learn
something you just need to have a chat with the key worker and they will do their best. Very good kindergarten.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you so much for this fantastic review, Sophie.
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Review from M W (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic nursery. I have five kids who have all attended Chestnut Grove Kindergarten, one of whom started and was unable to talk properly. After a little time at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten, my little one's speech had come along amazingly. My youngest still goes and loves it. Amazing staff, always
so helpful and friendly. I've moved to a different town and even though there are nurseries closer, I will not change.

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this lovely review.
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Review from Tara D (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery, my son is so happy there, he has come along leaps and bounds and always looks forward to coming in. Thank you so much for all his achievements throughout this year, he has learnt so much and is growing in himself

Reply from Jason Hawke, Marketing at Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

Thank you for this glowing review Tara.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.698)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.698) out of 10 for Chestnut Grove Kindergarten 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 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 4.948 for Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is calculated as follows: ( (166 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 174 Ratings = 4.948

  • 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 4.75 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is based on 15 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.75

  • 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 (2)

Sabrina

Sabrina Havell

Job Title: Setting Deputy Manager

Joined: 2010

Sabrina has been with Chestnut Grove since opening in 2010 and has worked her way up to Deputy Manager in that time.


She has an NVQ level 3 qualification in child care and has 12 years experience working within early years.


Denise

Denise Hawke

Job Title: Nursery Principal/Manager

Joined: 2010

Denise is a BA(Hons) level 7 practitioner in Early Years in Child Care, she recently attained this qualification with a 2.1


Her experience spans over a 30 year period starting out working within various settings becoming room leader, deputy manager, manager and eventually owner of Chestnut Grove.


Denise has a huge commitment to creating the best possible start for all the children in her care at Chestnut Grove and it always brings her great pleasure when children come back to visit her.


Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Grove Kindergarten

What is the Age Range of Children that Chestnut Grove Kindergarten accepts?

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Chestnut Grove Kindergarten Open?

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten 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 Chestnut Grove Kindergarten have capacity for?

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Chestnut Grove Kindergarten to the centre of Clacton-on-Sea?

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

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