Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School

Leyhill Farm, 2 Bridge Street, Whaddon, Royston SG8 5SQ
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  • Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School, Royston
Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School provides quality day-care for children aged three months to five years.

The nursery prides itself on offering a highly supportive, well-managed nursery, where your child’s happiness is a priority.

Children learn best through play. The rooms at Bumpkins are bright and happy places, filled with beautiful resources. There’s an endless list of things to do at Bumpkins; with the support of caring staff your child will have a busy fun-filled day.

Bumpkins Day Nursery creates nutritious, home-cooked food for the children using only the highest quality ingredients from the best local suppliers.

The menu changes according to the seasons and is reviewed regularly to ensure the food is healthy, balanced and enjoyed by the children.

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Care Provided by Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School

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

Good to Know

  • Admission Criteria
    • None
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 50
  • Total Places for Children
  • 110
  • 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 & 1 week at Christmas
  • Parking

  • Parking on site


Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (65)

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Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.431) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School has 65 reviews.

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Review from Alysha C (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Bumpkins Day Nursery for just over a year and it has been an amazing experience for her, she absolutely loves her time there and it has made her confidence grow so much. When we were first viewing nurseries we were looking for a ''good feel'', a home from home feel and we definitely
got that here. All of the staff make the nursery what it is, they all look so genuinely happy to be there and know my daughter's personality so well. I love that the nursery take special occasions like nursery photos, Halloween and Christmas as an importance and get everyone excited for them. It is so nice to know my child is with people who we trust and care for her.

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Review from Emma G (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had 2 children go to Bumpkins Day Nursery from 12 months old until leaving to go to primary school. We’ve always been really happy with it. The preschool have a wonderful Nature Rangers field (forest school), which is a great difference to many other childcare settings. The main nursery also
has chickens, tractors etc to see, which our children loved. The food is varied and healthy. Our children ate much better there than at home! The range of activities is large. Although Bumpkins is larger than some other nurseries, it has a lovely, kind feel to it, compared to some of the other places we’ve visited.


I would also like to say that the way the management have handled the COVID situation this year has been very impressive.


We’re very pleased with Bumpkins Day Nursery and our children have been really happy there.


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Review from Samantha G (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has loved his time at Bumpkins Day Nursery so far, the staff are all friendly and welcoming and I’m especially impressed that everybody knows his name and his character, including the nursery manager and deputy manager.


The staff have managed the COVID restrictions well and have a good system

in place to protect children and parents and I imagine staff as well.


My son has developed so many new skills since starting nursery, you can really see the difference it is making to his learning.


There is lots of messy play and the children spend lots of time outdoors which is great. I love seeing his artwork in his bag at the end of the day!


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Review from Charlotte F (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very professional, the staff genuinely care about the children and their well being, lots of fun activities and focus on development, very reliable and arranging when possible. Trust them entirely with my children. The nursery is within the countryside so the children can go outside often and walk along
the farm tracks, see some chickens.

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Review from Joanne F (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My eldest daughter went to a nursery that acted as a chain and although happy with the care the staff provided, it always felt impersonal and lacked flexibility. Bumpkins Day Nursery really is different, for a start every member of the team introduces themselves. They all know and care about my son,
even if they are not directly working with him. I found the introduction process during the pandemic to be 'brutal', because it had to be, but the flexible approach taken by Bumpkins meant that I felt supported. The access to an app with pictures and updates was new for me and offered heaps of reassurance. The staff in the office are also brilliant around paperwork queries. The processes are thorough without feeling intrusive. And the most important factor of all, my son loves it, he’s so happy to go. Genuinely, they all care. We’re glad we took the chance and went with a new setting.

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Review from Jon S (Father of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've had one child go all the way through Bumpkins Day Nursery, and another currently in the pre-school, and it's been a wonderful experience for both of them. The staff are warm and welcoming, and providing a kind and nurturing environment for the children, while encouraging their development across
all age ranges. We couldn't be happier with our experience of the nursery and pre-school, and would highly recommend it.

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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding nursery, my baby has grown into a clever toddler and he is very happy here and that’s all I could have wished for when returning back to work! He goes in smiling and always comes smiling and his bond with the staff is really lovely too.

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Review from Julien P (Father of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Bumpkins Day Nursery enough. I have a son who attends and now my daughter will also be starting in the new year. My son always loves going and leaves excited after a fun day. The staff are always friendly, polite and helpful and very accommodating for each family's routine and needs.
Even as high up as the managerial staff, throughout the 2020 COVID madness, they have gone above and beyond to help parents, key workers and keeping the children safe. We love Bumpkins.

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Review from S E (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attended Bumpkins from age 1 until she started school this year. She has loved every moment at Bumpkins and developed into a happy and confident little girl. The staff are very caring and take the time to really get to know your child. They help with all stages of development and encourage
children to become independent. A lot of time is spent outdoors and connecting with nature.
My daughter made some lovely friends while at Bumpkins and formed strong bonds with the staff too. Bumpkins have definitely given my daughter a great start and her transition to school has been seamless. I would recommend Bumpkins to other parents without hesitation.

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter had the best time at Bumpkins Day Nursery. From day 1 (at just 6 months) she was welcomed into the close-knit community, cherished and supported. Staff knew her inside out: her idiosyncrasies, her personality, her quirks. They helped her develop into the feisty and happy girl she is today
but celebrating her as a unique individual, making everyday fun and providing a range of stimulating and purposeful activities.
During the COVID pandemic, I had some concerns about how we would cope. The nursery listened to my worries, were fair and supportive. When the time came for the lockdown to be lifted and I could see the energy that had been put in place in getting it going again, I sent my daughter back with a huge grin on both our faces!
Thank you Bumpkins for all you have done to help my child over such an important stage in her development.

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Review from Oliver N (Father of Child) published on 9 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children flourished at Bumpkins - all round it was a very nurturing experience from a year old all the way to pre-school. The staff are great at keeping all the children engaged and bringing out the best in them.

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very caring and attentive towards the children. Would definitely recommend this setting to my friends and family.

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Review from Lor C (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bumpkins has been a fantastic experience for my daughter. She started 21 months ago at the nursery as a baby who only wanted mummy’s company. Now at preschool, she’s a confident, outgoing, active 3-year-old who loves her days there and talks enthusiastically about nature rangers. The staff are caring
and compassionate and put a huge effort into developing the children. My daughter’s vocabulary is superb and her understanding of the natural world is growing quickly. She’s been taught everything from ethics and manners to social skills and compassion. I can’t rate this establishment highly enough. Thank you to the manager and team!

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Review from Natalie K (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since starting mid-February my daughter loves this nursery and the staff have been very welcoming and helped her settle very quickly within her room, management make a huge effort to be involved with the children within the room and not just in the office. She has learned a lot in the short space of
time that she has been here. The nursery is very clean in the rooms and across the entrance and garden area. Very happy with the nursery overall.

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Review from Em M (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Bumpkins as a great day nursery! Have recommended to family and friends. My son has been attending since he was 9 months and Bumpkins made my return to work go smoothly! My son loves attending on his days and has made great bonds with the staff from across the nursery. My son's
favourite time of day is being outside and the space that they have for the children is great, my son loves to spend time at nature rangers exploring all things nature, playing in the mud, learning about the outside world and playing with his friends.

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Review from Amy (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have been really happy with the care provided by the staff for my child. They are dedicated, enthusiastic and very welcoming, my child has been very happy there.

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Review from Carla T (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has recently started at Bumpkins and loves it there! The staff are all so lovely and are always waiting with a cuddle for my child when we arrive and when I come to collect them! I have seen lots of positive development changes in my child since starting at Bumpkins!

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Review from Vicky R (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bumpkins is an overall outstanding nursery in our eyes. Both my children have come to Bumpkins, one still in Bumpkins at the moment. Bumpkins provides so many opportunities for the children to thrive. My son thoroughly enjoyed his time through Bumpkins and I truly believe Bumpkins has helped my son
prepare for school. The staff are all welcoming and friendly and I feel any information given to the staff regarding my children, is then shared with the whole team thoroughly. The staff promote independence with the children and the children are given a large variety of activities that have so much thought go into them. My daughter loves her time at nursery and has built strong bonds with the staff who look after her. The nursery organises visits from other companies, for example, a mobile farm came to the nursery. My daughter got the opportunity to meet all the animals, learn about them and stroke them. We believe Bumpkins is a great nursery for children and we highly recommend Bumpkins to others.

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Review from Marina K (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bumpkins are a great nursery. My son started there 2 years ago at age two and is already fully prepared to start reception. He really enjoys his nursery and is always happy to go there. He made close friendships and speaks very fondly of staff - even those that are not in his group. Staff are wonderful
- very kind, attentive and caring. The atmosphere is always very friendly and dynamic. Management are always helpful and responsive. There are always improvements going on - in outdoor space, inside areas and menus. I work full time and was very happy to find a place for my child which can ensure a very safe, comfortable and nurturing environment for 10 hours every day. We will miss Bumpkins when my son goes to school next year!

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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Really pleased that we chose to send our child to Bumpkins Day Nursery. The staff are really friendly and my daughter seems very settled. We also get updates throughout the day on what activities she has been doing which is lovely.

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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.431)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.431) out of 10 for Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 11 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 4.931 for Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (121 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 130 Ratings = 4.931

  • 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 4.5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-School is based on 11 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 110 number of registered child places is 22. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 22 = 0.5

  • 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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Mel

Mel Campany

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2008

At College in 2008, I was given a list of nurseries in the area. I chose to complete my final placement at Bumpkins because I liked the name!


Once I completed my Level three I was offered a Nursery practitioner role. I continued to work in the Baby room, where I built my knowledge and experience, slowly growing in confidence in the Room Leader position.


In 2017 I was promoted to Nursery Deputy and supported by a fantastic team moved to Nursery Manager in 2019.


Louise

Louise Walsh

Job Title: Parent Relationship Manager

Joined: 1994

My name is Louise Walsh I am very proud to say that I have worked in childcare since 1994, where I over the years have been a Nursery Nurse, Manager and Area Manager. I have completed my NNEB and Childcare and Education Level 4. I understand how important it is to every family to choose the right childcare for their children. With being the first initial contact for you at the start of your child’s journey I can guide and support you to find the right nursery that suits your child’s needs.


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