Harpole Day Nursery

Carrs Way, Harpole, Northampton NN7 4BZ
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  • Harpole Day Nursery, Northampton
Harpole Day Nursery is a warm and nurturing village nursery that delivers high-quality childcare in a close-knit setting. Providing care for up to 34 children per day, the nursery’s smaller size ensures that plenty of opportunities are provided for each child to grow and develop to their fullest potential.

The rooms inside are carefully designed with age-appropriate resources, offering a safe and stimulating environment for every child’s development. Babies start in their own room where they are encouraged to explore and learn about their environment. With a mixture of child-led and structured activities and the support of their Key Carer, every baby is given the best start in life.

Once slightly older, children progress to the toddlers' room, which offers a variety of learning experiences such as imaginary and sensory play. The secure garden area provides free-flow access, allowing children to enjoy plenty of outdoor activities and keep active during the day.

Pre-Schoolers engage in activities such as arts and crafts, construction and role-play. They spend time outside, planting vegetables and using the loose part props in the garden space. With the support of the team, children are prepared within every stage of learning in preparation for the transition to school. The nursery also has strong links with local primary schools to ensure the process is as smooth as possible.

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.

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Care Provided by Harpole Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lauren Freund (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 34
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 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 Harpole Day Nursery

  • Full Day Session £77.80

  • 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

  • Parking is available outside the nursery, allowing for convenient drop-off and pick-up.


Harpole Day Nursery Reviews (95)

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Harpole Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Harpole Day Nursery has 95 reviews.

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Review from Hannah S (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at the nursery since shortly after her first birthday. We have always been extremely happy with all aspects of the nursery during her time there. It is a wonderful nursery that provides exceptional care.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, we really appreciate it! We take great pride in our high-quality childcare, so we are delighted to hear your comments!


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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can’t recommend Harpole Day Nursery enough, my little boy has come on leaps and bounds since being there, I’m always at ease leaving him there, as I know he is well looked after, the nursery has a great team throughout, and it’s lovely that all staff get to know all the children, I will be sad when
my son leaves to start school, but know they have given him a great start in his educational journey

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it! We wish your child all the best for his school journey!


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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with lovely staff. I have two children who attend full time and wouldn’t wish for a better setting for them. They learn lots, have so much fun and come home telling me about their day.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind review, we really appreciate it!


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Review from Natasha A (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending the nursery for a year and half and has always loved attending and is very fond of the staff. Her brother has just joined too and he also has been really happy and enjoys his time too. Highly recommend the nursery.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

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Review from M O (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter moved to Harpole Day Nursery from another nursery and we could not have been happier with the move. The staff are friendly and have made our little one feel very welcome. She loves going and at each pickup asks when she can go again!
The staff provide fun and educational activities with
clear links to early years foundation stage framework. The walks around the village and to see the animals in nearby fields are of particular enjoyment.
As parents, we have appreciated the clear communication from staff and via the app.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review! We really appreciate it.


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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely home from home for my daughter to thrive and socialise. Communication about her day to day activities and wellbeing is always forthcoming via the app or on pick up. She eats better at nursery amongst her peers than at home. She has learnt so much from the practitioners and brings home some
sayings and routines. She knows most of their names and has made some lovely bonds with friends and leaders alike. Boogie Beats is a firm fave. She rewards us with a sticker for a "Good Job" too. Thanks to the team at Harpole Day Nursery for everything.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, we really appreciate it!


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Review from Kerry H (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our little boy has been at nursery, we have seen lots of positive development in his speech and social development. We get lots of feedback from the nursery, and he's very happy when he goes and returns.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write this review; we really appreciate it!


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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both of my children attend Harpole now. Its a lovely small setting which allows the staff to focus on a small number of children.
My son has thrived since starting a couple of years ago and is now enjoying preschool which is really preparing him for school next year!
My daughter is in the baby room
and is always happy to be dropped off. Communication via the app is great and the staff are always enthusiastic and engaged on pick up.
There are a range of activities each week and my son in particular enjoys Boogie Beats and the secret garden.
There have been quite a few staff changes and my son has struggled with a few of these, but on the other hand there are staff which have been there for years, so I think its just one of those things.
Its great to see some recent investment in the nursery, I hope this continues during my daughters time there.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, and for taking the time to write it, we really appreciate it!


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Review from Crystal L (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter likes going to Harpole Nursery and always asks whether she'll be going in every day.
The nursery is really lovely so I am glad that I chose this over others. One of the main reasons was the time and dedication the staff gave to each student and also how friendly they were to us parents.
The food menu is great as I really wanted my daughter to have a variety of freshly cooked meals which saved me a lot of time instead of going elsewhere to do pack lunches.
She loves climbing in the secret garden and loves playing outdoors. She learns so much at nursery that she comes home speaking more each day. The app allows us parents to know what our children ate and also what they did so I really like this aspect. The staff are wonderful and explains at the end of each day what they've done and how they got on.
Will be taking my youngest there as well later on. Highly recommended.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it!


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

My son thoroughly enjoys the nursery. I feel at ease leaving my son there and I think the staff are brilliant. They always update me on anything I need to know about my son. The app is great, knowing what he’s eaten, his nappy changes and how much he has slept.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, we really appreciate it!


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Review from Ian P (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy settled into Harpole Day Nursery really well and has really good relationships with all the members of staff in the toddler room.
My son's speech and understanding has come on a lot since joining the nursery and he is always so happy to be there.
Feedback at the end of the session
is always great and in detail which leaves me happy knowing what he has been up to! Highly recommend!

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write this review, and for your wonderful comments - we really appreciate it!


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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little one loves nursery and happily walks in every day without looking back. Days are full with lots of learning, activities and outdoor play, alongside a really varied food menu catering for allergies too which is amazing. Staff are all really friendly, helpful and informative. It's great to know
they are in such good hands.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write this review, and for your wonderful comments, we really appreciate it!


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Review from Jenna K (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic staff, great secret garden, refreshing approach to teaching children with everyday objects and not afraid to get messy which I love! Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for brilliant and safe care for their little ones.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Harpole Day Nursery

Thank you for such wonderful comments, and for taking the time to write this review!


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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All 3 of my children have enjoyed their time at Harpole. As they have progressed, their needs have been met and they have all blossomed. The youngest 2 are still at Harpole. It really is a home from home caring setting, which still stretches the children and piques their interest. Communication on drop
off and pick up is excellent, I don’t feel like I have missed any part of their days. They are also really supportive of our family and what we are trying to achieve as a unit. Thanks!

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Review from Rhian T (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has settled very well at Harpole Day Nursery after finding it difficult to settle elsewhere. The staff are lovely, know the children very well and they take time to talk to parents at pick up. The activities always seem appropriate for the age group and the individual feedback on the app
is great.

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Review from Neil H (Father of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot praise Harpole Day Nursery enough. Absolutely superb. The staff are incredibly friendly and professional to both the parents and even more so to your child. They build such a fantastic bond so quickly and it’s near enough instantly your little one just loves it there. Daily activity reports
show what your little one has been up to and also show a real variance in activities as well as the nursery developing your child’s key skills. The menu is fantastic as well, a real range of tasty meals daily. Again superb, wouldn’t want to send my little girl anywhere else now.

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Review from Charlotte M (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have nothing but praise for Harpole Day Nursery. Our daughter loves attending and looks forward to each day. The staff are fantastic, engaging and so enthusiastic and the progress our daughter makes is fantastic - would highly recommend!

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Review from Leah G (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A well run and organised nursery, my son settled in very quickly and with rarely any tears, he always enjoys going to nursery and looks forward to the days he attends which as a mother brings me peace of mind. My son suffers with food allergies, so when choosing a nursery and preschool this was high
on my list but they have always accommodated and catered for his needs and he always has a well balanced nutritional dinner and snack. I couldn't be more happier and will be so sad to say goodbye to this wonderful nursery when he goes to school in September.

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Review from Beth E (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot rate this nursery enough! My little one has been attending since he was 11-months-old. Harpole has accommodated us fantastically with medication and also inhalers/asthma-related problems. Nothing is ever too much to ask, and our little one is so happy there. The staff at Harpole are so enthusiastic,
friendly, kind, and fair. When our little one has transitioned between “age rooms” at Harpole, it was done really considerately, and they were given time to settle into their new room. Lastly, the food at Harpole is excellent, they always get a varied diet and lots of yummy home-cooked food. There is a really homely feel about Harpole, every staff member knows each and every child, we are always greeted with a smile and open arms.


Lastly, during Covid, Harpole was absolutely amazing. I could not fault how they have handled the situation, masks are always worn upon picking up and dropping off children, they also have a cleaning machine, so the rooms are kept as clean as possible!


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Review from Lucy C (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my daughter started nursery she has grown up so much. The staff and facilities are brilliant. Best nursery in Northampton would definitely bring my other child here.
The staff are kind and lovely and the manager is always here if you need to talk.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.962)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10 for Harpole Day 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 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.962 for Harpole Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (277 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 288 Ratings = 4.962

  • 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 Harpole Day Nursery is based on 24 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 34 number of registered child places is 6.8, which has been reached with 24 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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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

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Nursery Management Today Awards 2023

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Date: Saturday 25 Nov 2023 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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Meet the Team (1)

Lauren

Lauren Freund

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2017

Hi! I'm Lauren and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Harpole Day Nursery. I am also qualified for Level 3 in Childcare.


At Harpole, we pride ourselves on our nurturing size, allowing the whole team to know each and every child throughout the nursery.


We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!


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