Orchidale Children's Nursery

Nursery Bungalow, Fir Covert Road, Taverham, Norwich NR8 6HT
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  • Orchidale Children's Nursery, Norwich
Orchidale Children's Nursery was graded “outstanding” by Ofsted (June 2022).

The nursery garden is very large and includes a separate baby and toddler garden, toddler and preschool garden, patio, and a forest school garden with a trained forest school leader. Here children are free to explore the natural environment and can develop shared joy and a sense of wonder about nature. In the vegetable patch, children can learn to grow and harvest fruit and vegetables.

Inside there are open and homely environments and children are looked after by the highly qualified and experienced team, including Early Years teachers.

The wide curriculum includes daily and weekly gardening, baking, forest school and yoga. Orchidale also has termly visits and visitors such as the fire brigade and zoo.

To meet all children's unique individual needs this exciting curriculum uses diverse learning styles, from sensory, visual and auditory to kinaesthetic, musical and naturalistic.

Orchidale's teaching values healthy active days and provides great choices in healthy eating. This extends to care for a healthy planet. The home cooking uses local produce, fruit and vegetables, as well as nursery children's ‘own grown veg’ from the vegetable plot.

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Care Provided by Orchidale Children's Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jess Woodrow (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 75
  • 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
  • Parking

  • Orchidale have a large car park and easy drop off and access to collect.


Orchidale Children's Nursery Reviews (93)

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Orchidale Children's Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.961) out of 10, based on 51 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Orchidale Children's Nursery has 93 reviews.

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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Orchidale have been an incredible nursery for nearly 10 years to us. As a family we would never look anywhere else. We cannot thank their staff enough for the enrichment given to our children over the years.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for your review - it has been a pleasure to have been part of both your children's early years.


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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Orchidale has surpassed my expectations and I am so glad that my daughter has spent her foundation stage here. She is definitely well prepared for school thanks to the amazing provision and the skilled staff on hand to guide her along the way. Orchidale manages the perfect balance between fostering
independence and nurturing depending on the individual. A really special place that feels like a home away from home. I would recommend to all parents.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review - it has been a pleasure to be part of your little ones early years.


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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Orchidale is an amazing nursery. It has great facilities and they do lots of great trips out. My daughter particularly enjoyed going to forest school. She also loved being outside a lot and looking after the animals. All the staff are very friendly and approachable. My daughter definitely thrived at
Orchidale.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for such a lovely review - it has been a pleasure to be part of your little one's early years- I hope she is settling well at school.


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Review from Becky A (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl started in April 2023.
I was always worried about my little one starting nursery; however, this is the best decision I ever made.
Having been shown around Orchidale, I had a fabulous feeling it would be perfect for her. From day one, my daughter has enjoyed herself profoundly, and
this is thanks to the wonderful leaders caring for her and showing her lots of new skills, which she loves so much. My little girl always comes home with a big smile on her face, and this is such a wonderful feeling knowing she's happy and content.
Thank you so much, Orchidale, for being so kind, compassionate and caring for my little girl because we are truly grateful for you all.
The best nursery.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review; it really does mean everything to our team to read these.


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Review from Chrissie H (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so grateful to have found Orchidale. Our children are absolutely thriving. The staff are so kind and really make an effort with each child. Both of them love it, and all of the extra things that they do really make a difference!

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for our lovely review - it means a lot to all the Orchidale Team


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Review from Jessica K (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When trying to find a nursery to transition our daughter too, it felt so overwhelming. The worry about making the right decision felt huge. I'm so glad we found Orchidale. They really are amazing.
My little one struggled to settle in at first, going from childminders with two other children to a bigger
group, but the staff were so adaptable and supportive to help her progress and flourish at the pace that was right for her. I now get told off if I pick her up early, as she loves it so much.
The use of the app, parents' evening and key workers are great for feeling in touch, and I love the updates we get.
One of mine and my daughter's favourite things about Orchidale are the variety of enriching experiences she has; from forest school trips, cooking club, woodwork, library trips, the nursery pets, painting, visits from external companies and services, there is just always so much fun to be had.
Thank you, Orchidale.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review; it’s a pleasure to have your little one with us at Orchidale.


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Review from L A (Father of Child) published on 6 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Orchidale is a brilliant nursery. All the staff are super helpful and kind and always have the children’s best interest at the forefront of what they are doing. The nursery is welcoming and fun for the kids.
Our child has been through all the rooms and is now in the House Martins; he loves going to
nursery, learning, playing and making friends.
We can’t recommend this nursery highly enough - it’s superb.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review; it’s a pleasure to be part of your little one’s early years.


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Review from Sonya T (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really cannot recommend this nursery enough. All staff are great with the kids. Our child adores everyone and loves going.
Very child-centred, and activities/learning is carefully thought through at every stage.
You can see why they have been awarded ‘outstanding’ by post.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a review - it means so much to us as a team!


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Review from Katie H (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attends Orchidale Nursery in the House Martins. I have nothing but praise for the nursery, the setting and the provision they provide. The staff go above and beyond to help my son, and he has a lovely key worker, who, along with the rest of the staff has put so much effort into supporting my
son with his challenging eating. They have already made so much progress. He always feels like he is nurtured by the staff, and I have never met a member of the team who isn’t giving everything to the children. They provide some amazing experiences for the children visiting forest school, chopping down a Christmas tree and pumpkin picking to name but a few. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the nursery to anyone. My youngest will be attending Orchidale as soon as he’s ready despite it being 25 minutes each way for us. The facilities, ethos and staff far out way anything that can be offered anywhere else in Norwich.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review - it's a pleasure to be part of your little one's early years.


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Review from Helen F (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy started at Orchidale in September 2021. He was very attached to me and his dad, and being born during the pandemic meant he really only saw us and medical professionals for the first six months. I was, therefore, very nervous about him starting nursery, but I knew it would be good for
his development. As soon as I met his key worker in the baby room, I felt at ease. He then moved up to the toddler room, and knowing it takes him time to feel comfortable around new people, I was nervous again, but his key worker and team in the toddler room soon put me at ease again. His key worker works with us and when needed, will adapt things to meet his needs. He has really thrived since being at Orchidale; he has grown so much in terms of his social skills and communication. He does so many activities; he loves being outside - one of the big reasons we chose orchidale was for the forest school.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for the lovely review, it means so much to us as a team.


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Review from Hollie H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was struggling with the thought of taking my little boy to nursery and having to leave him for the first time, but I knew sending him to nursery would benefit him, and it would be good for him to socialise with little ones his age. My little boy loves the outside, so seeing the outside gardens and
all the activities that they offer was perfect, and what can I say! Wow, I am shocked at the progress he has made since starting in early February, and that is down to the staff and especially his key worker; I have so much trust and confidence in the staff and am so pleased that I chose Orchidale as it seems to be working amazingly for my little boy. He loves going to nursery and has gradually become more and more comfortable and confident in going. He always comes out super happy, and his key worker explains what he’s been up to in the day and new things he discovered or achieved, which is really lovely to hear. I 100% recommend it.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for such a beautiful review; our team will be delighted to read this - I am so pleased to hear how much your little one has progressed in the time they have been with us, and it is a pleasure to be part of their early years.


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Review from Lisa C (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall, I’m happy all-round with this nursery, and I can’t fault any areas.
The outstanding Ofsted rating/report is truly deserved. My son is now in the toddler room, following being in the baby room since a year old. The opportunities for the children are fantastic, and the range of activities they
do is also amazing. All the usual activities you would expect, but opportunities like woodwork (with real tools etc), the forest school, offsite trips and the cooking club make the experience for the children so much more. I’m always excited to hear what my son has done and can see how all the opportunities have helped his development. All the staff I’ve experienced have been lovely. Friendly, approachable, and best of all, brilliant with the children. The meals are a really good range of healthy and nutritious options, and the children sometimes have the opportunity to help make meals or cakes for desserts.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for such a beautiful review! It means so much, and it is a pleasure to be a part of your little one's early years journey.


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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Orchidale since she was 8 months old. We began here during the 2020 pandemic. I can not thank the team enough for their support during that difficult time. My daughter enjoys her days at nursery and is always full of beans when I collect her.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review - it is a pleasure to be part of your little one's early years.


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Review from Fiona T (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son was at Orchidale for almost three years from when he was two to five, and I couldn't rate it highly enough. During that time he has been cared for and nurtured, and has grown enormously in confidence, which was our main reason for sending him. From the moment we looked round he was comfortable
there - immediately going off and playing on our tour, something he didn't do at any other setting we looked at with him.
The staff are friendly and approachable and were understanding and supportive when we asked them to help with challenges we had over the course of his time there.
He was so sad when the time came to leave and go to school, but the experience he had at Orchidale made sure that he was completely ready to go, and he has settled into school with no problem. I would recommend Orchidale to anyone without any hesitation.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words, it was a pleasure to be part of your little one's early years, and I'm thrilled to hear how well he is getting on at school!


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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The moment we stepped into Orchidale Children's Nursery we knew it was the right place for our little one. The children were running around having an absolute blast. It was utter chaos but exactly what you want children to be, children. We had viewed nurseries before this one and it all felt regimental
and sterile, making sure they were ready for school. Nothing wrong with that but it wasn’t for us. Orchidale gets them ready for life and teaches them so much more than just being classroom ready. As a first time mum, it was always going to be hard entrusting someone else with my baby but I have so much confidence in the staff in the 0-2s and especially mine's key worker. She loves going to nursery and started to pick up so much just from being there. I will never stop raving about this place. It’s brilliant and if you don’t believe me, just go and look for yourselves.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your beautiful review, it’s a pleasure to be part of your little ones early years.


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Review from Rachel L (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There is so much for the children to do at Orchidale Children's Nursery both in free play and small group activities; which are innovative and creative. Our highlights were yoga, cooking, the forest school and my daughter being supported to overcome her fears when the minibeasts visited which she was
very proud of. The nursery is very nurturing. Children receive a warm welcome on arrival. My daughter was new to childcare and though she seemed confident she needed more support to adjust than anticipated. Her key worker was very understanding. I felt all staff took the time to know my daughter as an individual and she had a good relationship with all staff. Her allergies were also managed brilliantly. Sadly, we had to leave Orchidale for a more local preschool, however, my daughter has adjusted very easily and I believe this is down to the amazing introduction to nursery care that she had at Orchidale.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, it’s really appreciated.


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Review from H G (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

we highly recommend Orchidale Children's Nursery for meeting all your children's needs, We spent a long time researching/viewing different local nurseries and this one came way above everywhere else for what we were looking for. It was really important to us that we were able to settle our boys in
gently so they were able to build relationships with key staff which made for a smooth transition into starting nursery. We love the safe, calm, caring environment that Orchidale offers. I feel so comfortable and could see my boys happy there. I've always experienced excellent communication with the manager who is extremely approachable, friendly and understanding of children's and parents' needs. We fully trust the staff who are attentive, nurturing and respectful to our boys. The high level of care the staff provide and their commitment is so evident. I love that the children have the chance to be so creative and learn through child lead play. The setting really does all the resources and opportunities you could want for your child! we are truly grateful for Orchidale Nursery and appreciate all the staff who care for our boys.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your kind words, they are greatly appreciated!


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Review from Samantha P (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment I stepped into Orchidale to look around, I knew this was the nursery I wanted my daughter to go to. There is so much for the children to do and explore, and the staff are so caring and nurturing with the children. I love receiving the regular updates on the app to see what my daughter
has been doing, and at pick up, you are told about their day, what they have eaten, been doing, etc.
They take the children on little trips to the local garden centre, forest school, etc.
My daughter has been going to Orchidale for over 2-years now and loves it. I honestly can’t recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

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Review from Louise G (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy loves nursery and is currently in the 0-2 room.
He took a little while to settle in but they were brilliant with him and he’s attached at the hip with his key carer. He loves her!
He’s so happy he now waves me goodbye every morning as I hand him over. And the fussy little eater at
home loves his nursery lunches, often eating more there than he ever would at home.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, all of the Orchidale team really appreciate it!


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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great opening hours. Super staff - amazing bonds created. Super outside spaces suitable for all ages. A range of activities for all babies, toddlers and pre-school children. I wouldn't send my daughter anywhere else.

Reply from Jess Woodrow, Manager at Orchidale Children's Nursery

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.961)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.961) out of 10 for Orchidale Children's Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 51 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 51 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 4.961 for Orchidale Children's Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (589 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 612 Ratings = 4.961

  • 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 Orchidale Children's Nursery is based on 51 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 75 number of registered child places is 15, which has been reached with 51 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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