Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter EX1 3QS
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9.5 153 Reviews
  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton, Exeter
Kiddi Caru is not just a day nursery; it’s a great start in life!

The Exeter setting is bright, homely and spacious with a fantastic outside area for children to enjoy; an environment that is safe and secure. The nursery offers a wide range of learning experiences and resources to support each child's development.

The welfare of the children in care is paramount and through an excellent keycarer system professionals are able to ensure that the individual needs of every child are met.

As well as providing all the activities you would expect from a top-quality nursery, the team also offer extra curriculum activities such as yoga, French, music & movement and sing & sign. They believe these activities are simply part of a quality brand and should be enjoyed by all children – therefore these programmes are provided at no extra cost.

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Care Provided by Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • David Evans (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 45
  • Total Places for Children
  • 129
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas to New Year

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton Reviews (153)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.450) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton has 153 reviews.

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Review from Vikki (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Was once an amazing nursery, my 1st daughter came here and had a lovely time. Since having my 2nd daughter here, I feel the service, standards and the attention to care given has gone downhill, particularly with the office.
I would not recommend friends or family here anymore.

Reply from Rosie Cartwright, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

We are sorry to read that you are not entirely satisfied with our nursery in Exeter, please remember our nursery management team’s door is always open if you have any concerns you wish to discuss, and we would encourage this to ensure that you are happy with the service we provide.


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Review from Mary (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Generally good, although it seems a bit chaotic at the moment.
I would prefer that we could book a couple of weeks leave a year as it’s expensive and you still have to pay on set days even when you aren’t attending.
I’d like to have a bit more details about what the children have eaten, done, photos
in the same kind of way that they do in the baby/under twos rooms. I know some nurseries do tapestry maybe this could be looked into as an option.
The staff are generally very caring and nice.

Reply from Rosie Cartwright, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

Thank you for recognising how essential well-qualified, enthusiastic staff are required to delivering outstanding childcare to progress your little one’s continuous learning. We will pass your kind feedback on to our team at Exeter.


When you have a moment, please ask the nursery management team how they can inform you of your child’s day; we have available a daily sheet, day book and also the development folders which are readily available to view at any time and highlights all the education and learning activities that have taken place.


We are currently trialling an online portal, so it is on its way to being implemented.


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Review from Marianne (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son and daughter are very happy at this nursery and I feel like it has really helped their confidence. Eating with the other children has meant they try more new foods and they really love messy play and other activities like cooking.
My only negative would be that having to pay full price for bank
holidays or if we take a holiday seems a bit steep.


Staff, on the whole, are very friendly and my kids will go to them with no fuss in the mornings. The staff also seem to know all the kids really well even if they're not in their room.


Reply from Rosie Cartwright, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

Thank you for recognising how essential well-qualified, enthusiastic staff are required to delivering outstanding childcare to progress your little one’s continuous learning. We will pass your kind feedback on to our team at Exeter.


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Review from D E (Father of Child) published on 25 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been going to the nursery for about a year and a half from 12 months old. Overall we have had no problems and are very happy with her experience there. She has enjoyed her time at nursery, made lots of friends, done lots of different activities and experienced lots of new things she
doesn't get to try at home, like lots of messy play, a giant sandpit, outdoor games and group activities like French.


The staff are great with the kids and seem to control them well. The food offered is especially good: varied and healthy. The toys, books and games are safe, good quality, clean, plentiful and rotated to keep things new, with themed weeks and cultural exploration. She never says she doesn't want to go to nursery and is always in a great mood when she's picked up.


If I have one complaint, it is that the individual development plans are weaker after the age of 2, but I think that's due to the staff ratios at that point rather than staff desire.


Overall, excellent.


Reply from Rosie Cartwright, Marketing Assistant at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton

Thank you for recognising how essential well-qualified, enthusiastic staff are required to delivering outstanding childcare to progress your little one’s continuous learning. We will pass your kind feedback on to our team at Exeter.


When you have a moment, please ask the nursery management team how they can inform you of your child’s day; we have available a daily sheet, day book and also the development folders which are readily available to view at any time and highlights all the education and learning activities that have taken place.


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Review from Richard (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is an outstanding nursery and one we would not hesitate to recommend. My son loves going and has a brilliant time where he doesn't stop doing different activites all day so is really tired when we go and pick him up. The office staff are really helpful and friendly and the nursery staff are brilliant,
taking a real interest in our son's development and care. He has recently moved rooms due to his age and whilst he has not loved the transition (he really liked his key worker in his old room), the staff have been great about settling him in and making it as easy as possible.

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

I was recommended by a few parents in the area, and from the minute we met the staff, to the first settle in, and the first day, they've got to know my daughter really well, they've taken the time to see where she lacks and also what she loves. They keep me really updated with her diary and when I pick
her up. She's always well fed, clean and absolutely shattered. Her bag is always full of dirty clothes, which is a sign of a brilliant day! I'd highly recommend this nursery, it's absolutely fantastic.

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

Both my children have attended and I have been watching them grow with confidence and independence. The staff go above and beyond to make you feel you can approach them with any queries you may have. I feel absolutely confident leaving both of them in their care and would highly recommend this nursery
to any other parent.

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

Such a lovely friendly nursery, I feel at ease leaving my daughter there. I know she is well looked after and the nursery provides the best care and security for her.

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Review from John (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Accommodating staff who listen and are always available to help or answer questions. We now have two children at the nursery and everyone has been helpful and supportive for our whole family.

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

Safe, friendly, varied and great outside space. The staff in the office are extremely helpful and personal. Staff in the pre-school room are fantastic, they care, really take the time with the children and are very professional. Room leader is outstanding.

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

Both of my children have loved and love this nursery. The staff are excellent and the building design is really inclusive. You may pay a bit more than other nurseries but it is well worth it. They have even managed to open on all the snow days!

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Review from Claire (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My child is always happy when I pick them up in the evenings and I always get updated on what they have been up to during the day. My child loves it when they do cooking.

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Review from Catherine (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves Kiddi Caru and I feel very confident leaving her in the hands of the staff there. The staff are friendly and have made a lot of effort to get to know my daughter and tailor to her needs.

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Review from Nathan (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Kiddi Caru are committed and highly capable. The facilities and learning-approach are carefully considered. Our child is very happy here.

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Review from Anthony K (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kiddi Caru, we love you! We have been nothing but pleased with the quality of care that our son has received. He loves going every week and is well catered for by the dedicated staff.

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Review from Jade (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been really happy with the nursery. They have so many activities and lots going on to engage the children. It has been a big change for our little one to move up to the next room and they have been very supportive. They are caring and take an interest in what is going on at home.

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Review from Jane (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely wonderful nursery! All staff very friendly, attentive and have made the transition back to work from maternity leave a success. Our little girl's (12 months) confidence in new surroundings has developed hugely since starting in January 2019 and she has developed a lovely relationship with
her key carer. She absolutely adores attending and gets excited just pulling up in the car outside. Have felt informed and involved throughout our entire journey with Kiddi Caru so far. The open days are great for getting a sample of what nursery life is like and what facilities your child will have access to. Would not hesitate to recommend (and have done so)!

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Review from Gemma (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very welcoming nursery, friendly and very professional staff, in all the rooms my daughter has attended we’ve had lots of fab days, my daughter often takes a little time to settle when she graduates to a new room but each team of staff have made the transition as easy as possible.

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Review from Fiona (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are very attentive which is something I appreciate. In previous nurseries, it felt like the parent-carer relationship was a little 'empty' like I was another on the list. It meant that my son's care was generic, not tailored to his needs.
I've consistently felt as though the staff at
Kiddi Caru know him very well, and know what he enjoys and what he struggles with. They are engaged in providing a varied learning experience and the general feel of the pre-school room is positive, upbeat and fun. They always take time with me at the end of the day to explain what he's done and I don't feel rushed along.
The standard of the play activities is very high.

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Review from Kirsty (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Kiddi Caru in Exeter for the past 2 months. She has settled in well and enjoys herself there very much. This is a result of the high standard of care offered at the nursery. The carers in her room have worked very hard to make nursery an enjoyable and educational experience,
and as a result, I have peace of mind leaving her there, as well as the pleasure of seeing her develop and grow in confidence and ability each day.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.450)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.450) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 17 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 4.791 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton is calculated as follows: ( (165 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 201 Ratings = 4.791

  • 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 4.659 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Exeter, Sowton is based on 17 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 129 number of registered child places is 25.8. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 25.8 = 0.659

  • 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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David

David Evans

Job Title: Nursery Manager

David has over a decade of experience in various childcare settings, early years education and has a genuine passion for the industry. David holds a Level 3 qualification in childcare, and is also a Forest School practitioner, sharing his passionate about outdoor learning with little ones. As Nursery Manager, David offers a guiding hand to his team and families. He believes in creating an environment where children can learn, play, and grow with joy and enthusiasm. As a father to two wonderful boys, David understands the significance of creating a close-knit family-nursery community.


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