Sixpenny Day Nursery

Old Farrowing House, Roundway Hill Business Centre, Devizes SN10 2LT
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  • Sixpenny Day Nursery, Devizes
Sixpenny Day Nursery is a purpose-built, fun and exhilarating nursery for children to learn through play.

Located in Devizes, the first Sixpenny Nursery was founded in 1989 in the village of Nursteed. Having now moved to a purpose-built setting at Roundway Hill Farm in 2012, the nursery specialises in outdoor learning, play and exercise, within its beautiful, countryside location. The nursery adopts a ‘Forest School’ learning approach, where children can develop their skills uniquely, whilst encouraging conversation about the environment and the importance of appreciating the planet.

The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

Each room has free-flow access to the secure garden, which includes a variety of activities, such as an allotment, an outdoor mud kitchen, and sensory areas. The children are free to explore their surrounding nature, and with a special ‘undercover’ area, they can enjoy outdoor play in all weathers. There is also a farm area, where the children can feed and care for the animals, such as the nurseries very own pygmy goats.

Children are encouraged to take part in weekly music sessions, a variety of sports, cooking, and yoga, as well as participate in the nursery’s Forest School classes. These activities provide benefits for children such as increasing a child’s confidence and self-esteem through exploration, problem solving, and being encouraged to learn how to assess and take appropriate risks depending on their environment.

With the location of the countryside, the nursery is bright and airy, with plenty to keep all the children engaged, and active. There is also lots of opportunities to be outside in the fresh air, for the children to run, play, climb and cycle.

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Care Provided by Sixpenny Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Tash Bishop (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 47
  • Total Places for Children
  • 138
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 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 Sixpenny Day Nursery

  • AM/PM Session £48.60
    All Day Session £77.60

  • A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.
  • Parking

  • There is plenty of parking on site for parents and visitors.


Sixpenny Day Nursery Reviews (71)

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9.7

Sixpenny Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.707) out of 10, based on 52 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sixpenny Day Nursery has 71 reviews.

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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter recently started to attend this nursery, and since she started, the staff have been absolutely amazing. The nursery is beautiful and perfect for any child that might love nature and the outdoors. My daughter adored the outside, and this nursery really encourages that. She always comes home
bright and happy after each day. The food options are great and promote a well-balanced diet and a good variety of different options. The classrooms are clean and warm, and everyone is extremely welcoming. I would highly recommend it.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

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

My daughter absolutely loves going to Sixpenny Day Nursery. She is shy and can get overwhelmed with new experiences but she has been settled and happy there since day one and looks forward to going. The staff are kind, caring and supportive and I know she is being well cared for while I am at work.
She has formed lovely bonds with everyone who has looked after her in each room. They have excellent facilities and the outside spaces are very well equipped and maintained. My younger daughter will be starting there in a few weeks and I feel confident that she will be just as happy there as her big sister. All in all, a great nursery with a lovely atmosphere which I would recommend to others.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

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

My son loves his days at Sixpenny. The staff are amazing, and we get great daily feedback; he has come on leaps and bounds since starting there three years ago.
The facilities, especially the outside space, are second to none, and the forest school is a wonderful addition to the nursery.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for your review; we really appreciate it! We take great pride in our outdoor learning and Forest School sessions!


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

My child has been going to Sixpenny Nursery since he was ten months old; he is now nearly four. He started during Covid, and I cannot speak highly enough of the staff who have consistently been there over this time. It’s been lovely to have some consistency in my child’s care and sharing his progress
with the members of staff. There have been staff who have only been there for a short while, as I understand happens at many nurseries, but there are members who have been there for the long haul.
The variety of food has always been good; however, I know my child often has to ask for second helpings as he is a hungry one. He is always given more food when he asks.
The outside space that Sixpenny has is amazing. They have plenty of activities they can do in the garden; they also have a wooded area and fields to run around in. I love the fact that they are planting seeds at this time of year to help the children understand spring.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review; we are delighted to hear how much your child enjoys time at nursery.


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

Amazing staff and activities! She is always bringing things home. My daughter loves going to nursery. She loves learning French and is really thriving in Forest School at the moment. Their outside space is excellent.

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

Sixpenny Day Nursery has been a place in our hearts since my little girl started in 2020.
Over three years, she has developed and flourished, and this is down to the dedicated staffing team throughout the building. All staff are welcoming and friendly when walking through the nursery to her room on
drop off and collection.
The outdoor space is just mind-blowing, and the children have so many learning opportunities in the outside environment.
My little girl is so excited to attend the forest school soon, and we are very lucky to have this life experience at the nursery. Keep up the hard work, Sixpenny!

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

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Review from Henry D (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am constantly impressed by this nursery and the amazing staff. My daughter has the best possible care and education here. Her development increases every day, and she is encouraged to be strong and independent but also kind and considerate of other children. I am so glad my daughter attends this nursery,
and I am looking forward to two more of my girls coming up in October.

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

Great staff, great atmosphere, all-round can't fault the place.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

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Review from Dan M (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

Both of my children enjoy attending Sixpenny and have both gone since 1 year old. The kids themselves seem to have a good time and always have lots to tell us about their day.
On quite a few occasions my daughter has been brought out with wet underwear/clothing so clearly hasn't been checked before
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Previously room staff have given medical assumptions which were eventually proven to be incorrect but this was relayed to management at the time.
Myself and many other parents don't agree with the costings/charges since sixpenny was taken over. Sixpenny just doesn't have the same vibe that it once had.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for your review. Your feedback has been noted and passed on to the team so that we can continue to improve.
Over the past 12 months, we have been affected by continued increases to overheads as well as high inflation costs running at over 10% on everyday necessities. We are also aware of how important each and every individual within the nursery is to you and your children. As a result, we have significantly invested in our teams this year and continue to enhance their salary and wider benefits. With all of this in mind, we have had to increase our fees this year. If you would like to discuss this further, please do let us know. Thank you again for your review!


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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

Some lovely staff however individual child attention and support around their development is significantly lacking. One update a month is now received in individual child diary instead of one a day. And then it is a generic room update not specific to your child.
Children are routinely very dirty on
leaving which is expected - but very dirty face with mud in eyes etc is too far and happens regularly. Very high charges for consumables and extras but very little evidence of art, craft or other activities taking place. Very few structured activities it seems. Their separate finance team seem to manage accounts very badly. Incorrect information is often shared, confusing invoices with no explanation and threatening chasers are automatically sent despite payments made on the date they request. We have had children at Sixpenny for 7 years now and would sadly not recommend them following the new company taking over. There are some very caring staff but our overall impression is still very poor.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for your review. Our team at Sixpenny take great pride in their learning environments and so your comments will be passed on to the team.
We are very fortunate to have a fantastic Forest School offering at our Sixpenny Nursery. This does mean, however, that the children get a little muddier than usual due to the nature of the outdoor activities. We have, however, made note of your feedback and this will be passed on to the team.
Over the past 12 months, we have been affected by continued increases to overheads as well as high inflation costs running at over 10% on everyday necessities. We are also aware of how important each and every individual within the nursery is to you and your children. As a result, we have significantly invested in our teams this year and continue to enhance their salary and wider benefits. With all of this in mind, we have had to increase our fees this year. If you would like to discuss this further, please do let us know.


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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Sixpenny has been a wonderful nursery for both of my children who currently attend, the staff are loving, kind, fun and attentive and the management team at Sixpenny have been really helpful and accommodating.
It's a real shame that The Old Station Nursery Group, who have recently taken over, at Sixpenny
have not been the same. They have raised the costs to ridiculous levels including extra charges for term time attendance, charges for 7.30 to 8am starts and removing half-day attendance options. Whilst then reducing the portion sizes and daytime activities and not raising the staff wages in line with the increase in charges to the parents.
I can't fault the Sixpenny staff, they do a fantastic job but really dislike The Old Station Nursery Group. It's a shame because Sixpenny really was something so special before the takeover. Thankful to all the staff that are still making each day special for the children attending.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We understand that times are particularly difficult for everyone at the moment, and we too have been affected by continued increases to overheads as well as high inflation costs running at over 10% on everyday necessities. As you may also be aware, the childcare sector continues to face a recruitment crisis as a result of a combination of factors which have created a very challenging situation within the sector where staffing levels are at their lowest while customer demand remains consistent. We know how important each and every individual within the nursery is to you and your children. As a result, we have significantly invested in our teams this year and continue to enhance their salary and wider benefits. With all of this in mind, we have had to increase our fees this year. If you would like to discuss this further, please do let us know, and we will be more than happy to give you a call. Thank you again for your review.


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Review from K T (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff are absolutely fantastic, really attentive and supportive in all-round development of my children.
My son absolutely Forest School and runs in every day! It is such a fantastic provision!

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

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Review from K O (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy absolutely loves his days at nursery. All of the staff in his room are so friendly and attentive. He always comes home with a smile on his face.
Like all mums, I was hesitant about leaving my child in the care of others, but now I have absolutely no need to worry; he waves me off at
morning drop-off without a care in the world!

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Review from Kirsty A (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is so enthusiastic every time we pull into the car park at Sixpenny. She has been going there since she was five months old, and it is her home away from home. Her keyworker and all the other staff are always so enthusiastic and professional, but also the bit I didn't expect is that they
seem to genuinely love and be really interested in my child, for which I am so grateful. It's the best thing we have done to send her to Sixpenny.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review! We are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her day at nursery!


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Review from Victoria B (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at the nursery for eight months, since just before his first birthday. The staff in the baby room are always friendly and warm and made a huge effort to make sure he settled in well. Our key worker is brilliant and adores my son, is never too busy to stop and tell me all about his day
and show me pictures. Sixpenny Day Nursery is excellent.

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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child really enjoys coming into the nursery. The staff are always warm and welcoming. I have a good relationship with my child's key worker and have regular updates on his time throughout the nursery. It is a brilliant environment for children with plenty of educational activities and experiences.
I would highly recommend.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review! We are delighted to hear how well your child has settled into nursery and will pass on your comments to the team at Sixpenny.


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Review from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. My daughter absolutely loves going to Sixpenny. Her day is filled with amazing activities, and as a mother, I love hearing all about it. Great selection of meals, and the staff are lovely. Also, the outdoor space available really drew us into picking this nursery.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review; we really appreciate it. Outdoor play and learning are incredibly important at Sixpenny, so we are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her day at nursery.


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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have been in the nursery since just before one. They're now three and 18 months old. The staff at Sixpenny are incredible and second to none. The outside space is fantastic, and they absolutely love going.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write this review; we really appreciate it. The team at Sixpenny will be delighted with your comments!


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Review from N Q (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Children have plenty of space outside. They are also given the opportunity to discover nature (eg plant vegetables, feed animals, walk in a 'forest', etc). Each week the activities relate to different themes, and so, children learn about the weather, space, dinosaurs, etc. Children bring back not only
lots of lovely drawings, paintings and collages but also cupcakes and biscuits. Staff are professional and caring and always happy to inform you about what children have done during the day, what they have eaten, how they were feeling, etc.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sixpenny Day Nursery

Thank you for your review; we really appreciate it! We take great pride in our outdoor play!


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

Sixpenny is a wonderful setting with vast outdoor spaces, which sets them above the rest. Both my children attend Sixpenny, and I couldn’t be more pleased with my chosen nursery. The staff throughout the building are instrumental in both my children's developments. I am always greeted with a smile and
warm welcome when dropping off and picking up my children. I enjoy hearing about the range of activities they get to take part in daily and love sharing their observations with other family members. The team at Sixpenny do a fantastic job daily.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.707)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.707) out of 10 for Sixpenny Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 52 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 46 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 4.707 for Sixpenny Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (517 Excellents x 5) + (63 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) + (11 Poors x 2) + (13 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 621 Ratings = 4.707

  • 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 Sixpenny Day Nursery is based on 46 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 138 number of registered child places is 27.6, which has been reached with 46 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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Tash Bishop

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

Hello, I'm Tash and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Sixpenny Day Nursery.


At Sixpenny, we pride ourselves on the activities and experiences that we offer the children. We are always thinking outside the box and challenging the children, helping them to develop their unique and individual personalities and strengths.


We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!


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