Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Explorer Road, Technology Park, Dundee DD2 1EG
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  • Dundee Nature Kindergarten, Dundee
Dundee Nature Kindergarten is located in Dundee Technology Park, Explorer Road, Dundee and provides quality childcare and education for children from birth to five years of age.

They are delighted to have been awarded NMT Nursery Group Award 2018.

The team of staff comprises a blend of mature, experienced and professionally qualified nursery nurses and trainees working towards their qualifications.

Playrooms are extensively resourced and carefully planned to provide children with an inspiring learning environment, where they can learn, grow and develop their confidence. All rooms offer children access to the nursery's large outdoor play area where they can enjoy regular outdoor learning experiences across the entire curriculum.

Offered is a variety of sessions including variable, part-time and full-time, working in partnership with Dundee Council are able to offer funding for pre-school sessions for children aged three to five-years-old.

The nursery provides children with freshly made, healthy meals and snacks, prepared on-site by the nursery's chef.

While children can enjoy celebrating different festivals and events throughout the year and have the opportunity to participate in regular outings the local area and further afield.

Children can benefit from a range of resources and equipment including e-learning journals and iPads as well as speech and language therapy.

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Care Provided by Dundee Nature Kindergarten

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Nicola King (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 40
  • Total Places for Children
  • 117
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for Dundee Nature Kindergarten

  • Pre-school funding available
  • Parking

  • Ample parking available.


Dundee Nature Kindergarten Reviews (155)

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Dundee Nature Kindergarten has a Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dundee Nature Kindergarten has 155 reviews.

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Review from Jennifer B (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would highly recommend.

Reply from Ella Lister, Parent Liaison at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our nursery. We hope that your little one continues to learn and thrive with us for years to come!


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Review from Lee-Anne A (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is currently in the 2-3 room and to say she is nurtured is an understatement. She is constantly learning and I am confident refining her motor skills on a daily basis just by attending. The amount of learning that has been shared with her about emotions and feelings is fantastic and has
helped her communicate at home about what things feel like. This also helps her display emotion and feelings towards others which is heartwarming. Fantastic team. Every single day I know my daughter is in the safest hands. The team are all fantastic and constantly admired at home when my daughter is away from the nursery setting. This in itself speaks volumes.

Reply from Ella Lister, Parent Liaison at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our nursery.
We are so delighted to hear that your daughter loves attending our nursery in our 2-3's and our team in the room creates a fantastic space for her to develop an understanding of many other things but specifically her emotions and expressing these. It's so fantastic to hear that our team is so highly reviewed by her too! We hope that your little one continues to learn and thrive with us for years to come!


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

Great and very experienced nursery staff. Many facilities for kids especially the forest. Great communication with parents. Skilled and professional teachers with a friendly approach. They are not only a favourite for my daughter but also for me as a mother. Overall a very well-managed place.

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Review from Ayman M (Father of Child) published on 24 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The setting in this nursery is very good, the staff are professional, friendly and cater to each child's needs. I have been with them for two years and I can see the development of children positively. They have also kindly catered for my child's special diet, which is very admirable of them. I very
much appreciate all the staff for their care.

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Review from J E (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would absolutely recommended this nursery. I moved my son here after experiencing problems elsewhere and they were happy to accept him with short notice and support with the transition. The manager and staff really takes an interest in the children and take the time to listen and discuss any issues.
My son has come on so much and responds well to the consistency in routine the nursery has. Great gardens and plenty of opportunity to play outside which he also loves.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review! Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from Tahmina A (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It is such a wonderful feeling knowing my children are in a safe and happy environment. The staff are always so helpful, understanding and approachable. I full-heartedly recommend this nursery to all my family and friends. Well done team! You are all doing an amazing job!

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review! Lovely feedback for our team. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from C C (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Nursery with fantastic staff. Have never had any problems and have always felt comfortable leaving my daughter. My daughter always comes home with stories to tell about her day and is always happy coming in.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education.


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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Dundee Nature Kindergarten for almost 2 years, the staff are so caring towards her and she developed so much from her time there! The staff care for the children is second to none but also the time they have for the parents is brilliant - always feel I can message at any
point or get feedback. Due to working during lock down my daughter was in nursery a lot to allow me to do my job, and I can’t thank the staff enough for the ease I felt knowing how much to loved it and was gaining from each day. The long days at work I felt I could call and get an update and it made all the difference. Felt like leaving my girl with an extended family and will forever be grateful for the input they’ve had to my little girls development. Feel very lucky to have found such a great nursery, it’s exactly what you want for your child 100%.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education.


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Review from A E (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery, really well run by the Manager and staff who are amazing will all my boys and they are very happy there. The garden is such a great space for kids and they get to play outside a lot which they love as do I, 10/10.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education.


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Review from Alison H (Grandmother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is a home from home. Even as a nana, the staff know me and welcome me when the children are dropped off or picked up. That personal contact is important. Now that restrictions are reducing, it was wonderful to take the children to their own area and see where they spend their time when at
nursery. The atmosphere is happy, caring and safe. A lovely environment inside and out.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has been amazing in helping my daughter settle in, who had some challenges given some of the isolation lockdowns had caused. The whole team were so patient, friendly and supportive and have been so welcoming and have played a major role in allowing my daughter to feel comfortable with what
was a big change in her small world. My daughter loves the nursery which offers a brilliant range of activities and spaces and really loves the environment and people. Her development and own confidence has increased so much at the nursery. I could not recommend it highly enough.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from S F (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have twin boys who attended the nursery setting three days per week and absolutely love it.
The support from the nursery and staff is absolutely incredible as well as the facilities, food and activities within the nursery itself.
All the staff are very friendly and supportive and I wouldn’t think
of having our boys attend anywhere else.
Brilliant nursery, top to bottom.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from Kamila S (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, I can’t recommend them enough. From day one they have made us feel very welcome and my little girl settled into nursery so quickly with a smile at the end of day, which was absolutely down to the care, attention and focus on her. Every morning and evening you are greeted with smiling
faces and they really do seem to love their jobs.
The staff are extremely friendly and professional. My daughter looks forward to going there every day.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from M A (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery and first-class manager and deputy manager who continue to work tirelessly to look after the children. We have three children, one now moved on to school. Great facilities. Plenty of space. Attentive staff.
A great place to leave children knowing they are in safe, capable hands and
to help them develop to their full potential.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from Monika J (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Well organised nursery with always welcoming, informed and helpful staff. The staff are happy to answer all questions; they have strong management, thanks to you, feel that your child is in safe hands. Nursery is based in a well-kept building, has a beautiful and well-equipped playground and even a
piece of their woodland area. There are a lot of parking spaces near the building.
I am happy with the service provided.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery! The staff are all so lovely and welcoming and know the children and parents by name which is really nice. My little one has settled in really well and is absolutely thriving! He loves going in each day and the activities that he gets to do. I like getting the updates of what he’s
been up to throughout the day on the app too.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from J L (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone is super friendly. Staff recognise all the parents and interact at every opportunity. Our little girl enjoys her time there and the girls that look after her really care. They have been great with her allergies.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from Erin B (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot speak highly enough of this nursery! All the staff I have had interactions with have been so lovely and friendly. Our daughter cries every time she goes into the nursery and I am never anxious about leaving her or worried about her afterwards and this is down to the staff! They are so reassuring
and I’m always comforted by the updates through the app.
The manager has been nothing but helpful since we enquired about the nursery. Our daughter has multiple allergies and this is something I have been very anxious about with leaving her with family etc, yet I have zero anxieties about leaving her in the nursery’s care regarding food.
I have not got a negative word to say about the nursery at all. Whenever our daughter is brought out at the end of her session I can see just how happy and comfortable she is in their care
10 out of 10, I tell literally everyone I know looking for a nursery about Dundee Nature Kindergarten!

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from N K (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started nursery when he was 14-months-old. Being a first-time mum and Covid time mum, he had literally lived only with me. But I always felt so much at peace when I left my son in nursery. The staff are amazing. My son has grown very fond of everyone in his room. He is 2-years-old now and he
even tells me the name of the cook who baked his birthday cake at nursery.
We speak in our native language at home and never taught him English. Everyone at nursery has been so kind and wonderful that he seems to be naturally mixing with everyone despite the language barrier. In fact, he has been speaking English well nowadays.
Overall, I feel that I have taken the best decision for choosing this nursery for my son.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Review from L O (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended over the last five years and I could not fault this nursery.
The staff and management are lovely, the rooms and outdoor space are excellent.
Both of my kids have thrived and loved their time here.

Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare & Education


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.976)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10 for Dundee Nature Kindergarten 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 42 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 42 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 4.976 for Dundee Nature Kindergarten is calculated as follows: ( (492 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 503 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 Dundee Nature Kindergarten is based on 42 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, which has been reached with 42 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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Awards / Recognitions (11)

Top 20 Nurseries Scotland 2024

Recipient: Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Nurseries Scotland 2023

Recipient: Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Top 20 Nurseries Scotland 2022

Recipient: Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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Nicola King

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Oranges & Lemons Nursery Manager, Nicola King has a professional qualification in Childcare and over 18 years experience working with children of all ages.


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