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Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn) has a Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10, based on 46 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn) has 100 reviews.
Review from Lyndsey C (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2022
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Hello Lyndsey and thank you for leaving such a nice review about Clever Clogs; we are thrilled you are so happy with the nursery.
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Review from Hannah A (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2022
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Hello Hannah, we are pleased to read that we have helped make going back to work easier by providing a happy setting for your daughter; thank you for the kind comments and five stars!
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Review from Nicky A (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2022
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Hello Nicky and thank you for taking the time to leave a review; we are grateful.
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Review from L D (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2022
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Hello, thank you for your kind words and review; we are very grateful.
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Review from Nicky D (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2022
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Hello Nicky, thank you so much for leaving such a nice review about the nursery; it's lovely to receive feedback like this.
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Review from Kathryn W (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2022
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Hello Kathryn and thank you from everyone at Clever Clogs for leaving this amazing review; we really appreciate the time you have taken.
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Review from Richard L (Father of Child) published on 24 December 2021
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Hello Richard and thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice review about the nursery; we're delighted you are happy with your daughter's progress.
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Review from Caroline G (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2021
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Hello Caroline, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review about our nursery; we really appreciate it.
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Review from Keisha G (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2021
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Reply from Sharon Lewis, Manager at Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn)
Hello Keisha, we are disappointed that you felt it necessary to leave this malicious and totally unfounded review and that you did not respond to us when we reached out to discuss this with you privately. At no time during your child’s attendance did you ever raise any issues regarding his care, how the nursery is run or that we do not have much to offer the children. You were contacted several times regarding the payment of outstanding fees, and we can only conclude that these comments are a result of the fact that you did not want to pay these outstanding fees for your notice period, as per your contract. All of our customers sign these contracts and are required to adhere to them as it impacts on our business, particularly the ability to employ and retain staff at these difficult times which we are wholly committed to doing. We are an Ofsted rated "outstanding" nursery and this is reflected in 11 five-star reviews we have received on daynurseries.co.uk this year alone.
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Review from Gill D (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2021
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Hello Gill, what a fantastic review, thank you, we are delighted that you are so happy with the nursery. It means a lot to us when we get feedback like this.
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Review from Jane I (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2021
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Hello Jane and thank you for taking the time to leave a review on the nursery - we will also be sad to see you and your daughter leave but wish you/her the very best of luck as she starts school.
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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2021
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Hello Sophie, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a nice review about the nursery, we are delighted you and your daughter are so happy.
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Review from Suzanne D (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2021
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Hello Suzanne, and thank you so much for this amazing review; we really appreciate it.
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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021
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Hi Sarah, thanks for taking the time to leave a review; we appreciate it.
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Review from Claire T (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2021
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Reply from Andrea Townsley, Proprietor at Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn)
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of the nursery, it is greatly appreciated. It was lovely to see how well he came back and settled straight back into nursery life.
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Review from Stacy P (Guardian of Child) published on 16 April 2021
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Hi Stacy, thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback; we really do appreciate this. It is a pleasure to see the children grow from strength to strength within the rooms, and the bond the staff have with the children and the parents is lovely to see.
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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2021
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Hi Amy, thank you so much for your feedback; we really do appreciate it. It does mean a lot to have parents comment, and it is an absolute pleasure to have the boys in our care.
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Review from Eleanor R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2021
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Hi Eleanor. Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback, it is a pleasure to have your little one in our care here at the nursery.
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Review from Andrew M (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Hi Laura
Thank you so much it is a pleasure to be a part of each child's journey.
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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017
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The Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10 for Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn) 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 46 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.
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 4.976 for Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn) is calculated as follows: ( (534 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 547 Ratings = 4.976
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 Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn) 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 108 number of registered child places is 21.6, 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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Job Title: Manager
Joined: 2023
"I gained my NNEB in 1994, and following that, I worked as a Nanny in a private home. I then went on to work in a Nursery when I relocated to the North East, progressing from practitioner, to room lead and then Deputy Manager. I gained my Foundation Degree in Education and Care in 2008. In 2023 I came to Clever Clogs as Deputy Manager and in June 2024 started to work as the Manager. I love to watch children learn and explore their environment. I particularly enjoy working with children in the outdoors and learning about mini-beasts and team building.
In my spare time, I spend with my family walking our dog.
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2022
I gained a qualification in Early Years and Education in 2015. I joined the Clever Clogs team in 2022 and became a senior in the Little Explorers room before becoming the Deputy Manager in 2024. I enjoy watching the children develop and get involved in activities especially all things messy.
In my spare time, I enjoy walks along the beach and being outdoors.
Job Title: Senior Early Years Educator; Small Discoverer's
Joined: 2010
I have worked in childcare for 18 years, most of them as a member of the Clever Clogs team in Bowburn. I really enjoy helping children develop and watching them grow. I became a Senior in 2014 and have worked within the Tiny Miracles and Clever Thinkers before joining the mall Discoverers room. I completed my Foundation Degree in Education and Care with Sunderland and Care with Sunderland University in July 2014.
I am a friendly compassionate person who enjoys getting to know the children and families within my care.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends on days out.
Job Title: Senior Early Years Educator; Mini Adventurers and Senco
Joined: 2021
I hold a level 3 qualification in education and care which I gained in 2021. I have been a part of the Clever Clogs since qualifying in 2021. I enjoy watching the children achieve their goals and milestones. I share their pride in their achievements!
In my spare time, I like to go shopping and socialise with my friends and family.
Job Title: Senior Early Years Educator; Little Explorer's
Joined: 2010
Hello, I'm Sarah!
I'm the senior in the Little Explorer's room. I have a wealth of knowledge with over 22 years of experience.
I have a BTEC National Diploma in Early Year, I am still as passionate about working with children as my first day.
In my spare time, I enjoy exploring the Yorkshire Dales with my husband, daughter and my parson Russell Terrier".
Job Title: Senior Early Years Educator; Big Inventor's
Joined: 2021
I have a qualification in Early Years Childhood studies with 9 years experience. I enjoy seeing the children learn and thrive through the activities and provisions we create.
In my spare time, I enjoy visiting my two nieces and walking the dogs with my parents and boyfriend.
Job Title: Senior Early Years Educator; Incredible Seekers and Senco
Joined: 2016
I have my qualification in Early years which I gained in 2013. I came to Clever Clogs in 2016 where I am now working in Clever Thinkers and the senior in our Fun Club. I am passionate about SEN and qualified as SENCO in 2020. I enjoy watching the children in my care grow and develop and like to provide exciting opportunities for them to explore.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family.
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