Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa)

46 Warwick Place, Leamington Spa CV32 5DE
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9.8 143 Reviews
  • Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa), Leamington Spa
Emscote Day Nursery is a warm and friendly day nursery located in Leamington Spa.

Highly trained practitioners support learning through structured and free play activities designed in line with EYFS principles.

Emscote Day Nursery also offer the extracurricular activity of ‘The Guitar Man’ who comes to sing alternative nursery rhymes with the Butterflies and Preschool rooms every Wednesday morning from 10-11am.

Emscote offers a fully inclusive package, open from 7.30-6.30 aiming to provide a convenient service to parents.

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Care Provided by Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Claire Shale (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 48
  • Total Places for Children
  • 117
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 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 & Inset Days
  • Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.


Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) Reviews (143)

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Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.754) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) has 143 reviews.

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Review from Sam G (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started Emscote in the summer this year, she has settled in so quickly. We get great photos and updates of her on the app! The staff are always welcoming when we drop her off or collect her at the end of the day. Thank you to all who have made the start of her nursery journey a reassuring,
happy experience!

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Review from Dora D (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my kids started in September and we are so happy so far. My toddler's excited eyes when it's time for school and the love she has for her teachers say it all. For the baby room, the carers are fantastic as well! All the nursery's staff is lovely and caring. It can be so stressful picking the right
nursery for your kids and I am so glad we made that choice. Keep up the great work team!

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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Emscote since she was 6 months old in 2019. She has had the most amazing care and support throughout and, most importantly, she loves it there! Contact from the staff is also consistent and clear. Thanks for everything!

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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had two children at Emscote House at different stages and we can't fault their care and provision. Every staff member clearly cares for the children and has an interest in the child (even after they have left for primary school!). They are great at communicating with parents through daily feedback,
weekly newsletters and an app allowing you to see your child's assessments/developments along with photos. Having experienced two other nurseries due to relocation, as a parent this has been my favourite and my children are clearly happy when they are there. The outdoor area is impressive for a town location and children are encouraged to play and explore outside regardless of the weather/season. Everything is included in the cost so you don't have to send in any nappies/milk/bottles/food etc.

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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant team, beautiful building and facilities, so well organised and leading in their design and quality of care and education. My son transferred to this nursery when we moved address to this new area and I was blown away by how well he settled in so quickly. A major factor in this is
obviously the staff and how well organised and skilled they are and their individual dedication and passion for their roles. Can't speak highly of them enough. Honestly so grateful to these guys and would recommend highly. Our son is happy to come here and is full of enthusiasm to tell me about his interesting day. He is growing in confidence, independence and creativity. This place is magical! Thanks Emscote for being truly awesome.

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Review from Bryony O (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy started nursery at just 5 months old when I returned to work. We were understandably apprehensive of how he would settle in and anxious about being away from him. The nursery were and continue to be so supportive and we know he is very safe in their hands. He has such fun when he is there
and has a real bond with all of the staff in his room.

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Review from Tessa B (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been at this nursery for a year and I'm very happy with the outstanding service that Emscote provide. The practitioners go above and beyond to ensure my child is happy. The garden space is well equipped and my child gets to go out on a daily basis. Since my child has started at Emscote
I have noticed a massive change in his development and social skills.

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is due to leave to begin School. We have been using the Nursery since 2018 and in this time have not experienced any issues. The building is in a great location and it’s like home from home. Its staff are very welcoming and make you feel a part of a family. My child has enjoyed their time being
a part of this family and we shall all miss it. I rate Emscote House Day Nursery as exceptional overall.

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children attended Emscote House from the age of one up to the start of school. They have different personalities and interests, but both enjoyed their time immensely and have flourished under the care of the staff, who are kind, friendly and always full of enthusiasm. The only negative over
this time has been a lack of consistency in the online system used for feedback, which has varied from frequent/detailed to very little at times. However, having said that, for us, personally, it has not been a major issue, there is always a staff member available at pick up and drop off to communicate relevant information about the day, chat through any worries and celebrate any achievements. The children are always well looked after, supported through any problems/awkward phases and encouraged to develop their own interests and spend time learning through activities they enjoy. The indoor and outdoor facilities are both great.

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Review from Oliver F (Father of Child) published on 27 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children moved from another nursery where they were very happy, to Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa). The staff were brilliant in settling the children into the new nursery, particularly my older daughter who found the transition harder. The practitioners are very caring and take
genuine pride in how they care for the children, providing feedback and showing the appearance of the rooms. The room leader in preschool has also brought in new initiatives and additional learning opportunities which have been excellent. The nursery and company acted brilliantly throughout lockdown which was not the case with all nurseries when speaking to friends. The only minor criticism is that when the more senior leaders within the rooms are not present, there is noticeably slightly less structure, but no drop in the care! We would highly recommend Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) and will be sad to leave.

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Review from Lauryn W (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter has been coming here for over a year now and she loves it so much! The staff are very friendly, the app is amazing so I can upload pics and so can the nursery. I have even moved away but commute just to keep her in this nursery.

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Review from Alexandra D (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been really happy with Emscote house - our son has been really happy here, and has settled in quickly and easily. His key worker has gone the extra mile to make sure the transition to nursery was as easy as possible for him, and really taken the time to get to know him and what he likes. Thank
you!

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Review from Ana-Maria J (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are extremely pleased that our daughter is enrolled at the Emscote House Nursery. She has enjoyed it from when she was 1 year old due to the staff attention, care and dedication. She is developing beautifully into a happy, energetic child thanks to the diverse activities that the staff prepare on
a daily basis.

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Review from Nikki H (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Emscote House is a fantastic nursery. They have taken care of both of our little boys and given them an amazing start to their education. The quality of the education, nutrition and care they’ve provided for the children is incredibly high. The key workers and management team are not only invested in
the children but in their families too. I can’t recommend Emscote House highly enough.

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Review from S K (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My eldest went here and this nursery was faultless. Even when we had a safeguarding problem it was dealt with excellently, so there was no hesitation when sending my second child there in Covid. The staff were great and very reassuring. However, there were lots of changes since my second joined. They
introduced inset days (which they introduced before joining but we pay for days our children can’t go in due to training - double the costs as it means us booking a holiday for us to cover the care). They stopped any sort of card making/celebrating any occasion. They do nothing for Mother’s Day/Father’s Day and if you request a birthday card/picture they say it’s not something the nursery can do, although practitioners say they are willing to, but management isn’t allowing them to due to this new policy they have to follow. Premium costs but not the same service we once had. Absolutely love the practitioners, and that’s why we haven’t left but are disappointed with management changes.

Reply from Claire Shale, Nursery Manager at Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa)

I am sincerely sorry that you are disappointed and that our discussions on these issues over time have not, as I thought, resolved your concerns satisfactorily. As explained, children in our baby room are encouraged to be creative – which can find expression in painting that can be fashioned into cards – but no child is ever forced to produce something to order. Child-led interests and themed activities in all age groups provide the best opportunities for learning and skill development.
Committed to excellence and outstanding provision, Inset training days were introduced in 2018. This vital ‘whole team’ training keeps us up to date with the latest Early Years research and practice methods without conflicting with colleagues’ individual after-hours and weekend training sessions.
Parent feedback is actively encouraged and informs practice, so I thank you for taking the time to post your comments.


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Review from Anna M (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What an absolutely lovely nursery! My daughter loves coming here. She has been going to Emscote House Nursery since she was 1 year old and she’s had a bond with every single keyworker she has had. You can see how much these staff love the children and have a real passion for their work. During Covid,
they have not let the quality of their work slip at all. My daughter always has healthy meals here, time outside to play as well as educational playtime inside. The children are always put first. Thanks to all of the staff at Emscote! We couldn’t have asked for a better nursery.

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Review from Rachael P (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has now left the nursery as we have moved house. During our 12 months at Emscote nursery, we have been absolutely delighted with the level of care and support we have received. It has been a tasking year, and they have helped us to navigate it without a glitch. She has been in the baby
room for her time and created an excellent bond with her key worker and other staff. Their feedback and communication have been excellent, and they have also managed our daughter's allergies superbly. We were very sad to leave and are very grateful for the time that our daughter spent at the nursery.

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Review from Tamsyn B (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Emscote House for a year now. I chose this nursery because I like that it has a homely feel to it, as opposed to the more open-plan 'industrial warehouse' type vibes I found in some other nurseries. From day one, he has absolutely loved it and settled really well. He goes in smiling
and comes out smiling. My son's development during his time at nursery has been lightning fast, he learns new things every day, and the staff give him the freedom to explore and learn with lots of different activities. The staff are all really friendly, and I like the fact that they all recognise us and our son, even if they're not in his room, which just goes to show what a close-knit and family feeling this place has. The policies around Covid have been great and have ensured that they can maintain continuity and stay open, which we are really grateful for.

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Review from Helen J (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) since September 2019 and he has recently transitioned into the butterfly room. I have been amazed at how quickly and effortlessly he has settled in and how excited he has been to go into the new room everyday. This has been down to the caring,
welcoming and enthusiastic butterfly staff team. They immediately took time to get to know my son and learned about his interests. They were warm, gentle and took time to stay with him in the initial few days. My son came home knowing most of the staff’s names from day one and had funny stories of each of them about how they had made his day so enjoyable. I couldn’t be happier that such a wonderful team are looking after him!

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Review from P R (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since my duaghter has joined this nursery she has become a lot more interactive. She tried to make you understand what she wants or trying to say. Dances to her favourite rhymes. She has definitely become more exploring and tried to feel every little thing she comes across. She definitely enjoyed
her Christmas at Nursery. She tried making the same hat at home that she made at nursery - very keen on making it herself. One of the best decisions we made was sending our daughter to this nursery.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.754)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.754) out of 10 for Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) 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 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 20 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 4.899 for Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) is calculated as follows: ( (216 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 238 Ratings = 4.899

  • 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 4.855 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Emscote House Day Nursery (Leamington Spa) is based on 20 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 117 number of registered child places is 23.4. 20 Positive Reviews ÷ 23.4 = 0.855

  • 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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Claire

Claire Shale

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2012

Claire is the Manager of Emscote House Day Nursery and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the Early Years sector since 2005 - starting as an Apprentice straight out of college. Claire has numerous qualifications, including Level 2 & 3 NVQ in Childcare, Learning and Education and an NVQ in Team Leading. Claire has worked for Childbase Partnership since 2012.


What is your favourite feature of the nursery?
My favourite feature of the nursery is the character and original features of the building, as well as the warm and engaging environment we create for the children.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
I am most proud of the home-from-home feel we as a team deliver each day, even though we are a big nursery, as well as how we have grown and developed over the years.


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