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 I B (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 attending since March 2022, all the staff have been amazing. My daughter is happy and smiling when she is with the staff. I love seeing her “moments” throughout the day. Great meals and facilities for the children 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 C L (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot fault this nursery. The facilities are fantastic, especially outdoors, and the staff are incredible. My daughter has now moved into her third room and I keep thinking she has met the best staff to care for her and then she moves and we meet more fantastic individuals. They all care so much
for the children and she thrives when she is there. My daughter is genuinely excited to go to nursery in the morning and I'm not sure that can often be said by parents when taking their children to nursery. I am reluctant to move her to school nursery to meet her future peers because she is so happy here and so settled. Credit to them that this is the position I am in. Well done to the manager and her incredible team!

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 H B (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 attending the nursery now since April 2020, as I am a key worker, so started in the middle of the pandemic which was a bit daunting for me. But everyone has been amazing and continues to be so supportive since day one. She’s recently progressed into the next room and continues to
thrive. All staff are so attentive and, as parents, you are kept up to date at every opportunity if anything arises. We, as a family, are so grateful for everything they do. Great nursery.

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 Shonagh M (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started early 2021 and we cannot say enough good things about this place. Everyone is so friendly, my daughter absolutely loves all the staff and nothing is ever too much trouble for them. Very accommodating. I wouldn’t have her anywhere else. Highly recommend.

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 Kayleigh W (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 here since she was 1-year and has thrived! She looks forward to going to nursery, talks positively about her friends, staff and the activities she does. One of the reasons we choose this nursery was because of their large garden which she is out in as often as possible and their
encouragement of 'risk play'. I firmly believe this is why my daughter is so willing to try new experiences as well as being resilient to when things don't go right. Staff and management are wonderful. Best choice we made for our daughter.

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

My little boy started at the nursery during lockdown as it was the hub. Ever since he started he has settled in so well, loves all the staff and has made so many friends. Due to how well he had settled and a positive change in him, we decided to keep him there permanently on a full-time basis.
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the staff are so approachable, friendly and are very child-centred. The environment inside and garden space are amazing and they even have a nursery pet. Excellent management and guidance for staff with the meals and snacks being fresh and cooked on site. Can't recommend this nursery 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 Julie G (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are wonderful, really caring and informative about what’s been happening that day. My son loves nursery and I’m so pleased he has such an engaging and lovely nursery to go to. He always eats loads of the lunch 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 R M (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have used this nursery for the last five years for two of my children and plan on using it for my third. All the staff are fantastic and make the children feel welcome and safe. The nursery environment is amazing, especially the outdoor space which is like no other nursery in Dundee. Management have
always got time to address concerns, answer questions or provide help and advice.

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 M (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started during lockdown and I was worried he wouldn't settle or nap as he can be clingy. The staff and management have been amazing every step of the way.
Every morning they greet him by his name and make a big deal and I know he loves going.
They keep me updated on everything and I'm 100%
confident he is well looked after.

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 W (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Superb nursery. I have recently moved my daughter from another nursery and I honestly feel that the care here is second to none. The children are treated like their own. The management team are beyond amazing and there for you every step of the way. When I moved my daughter from the previous nursery
there were concerns about her being affected by her experiences and the management team assured me that she would be well looked after and would be fine in time. They have since monitored her, supported her, kept in constant contact with me and together the whole team have been there for her helping her grow and overcome any concerns that she had and now she is a much happier, confident little girl with nothing holding her back. From the morning welcome to the end of day updates, the facilities, the learning, the list is endless. I can go to work with the peace of mind that my little girl is well looked after and so happy to be there. That means everything. Cannot thank the team enough.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback; we really appreciate it and are delighted your daughter is happy with us.


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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery. Staff are engaged and attentive. Management is kind, communicative and very professional. Facilities are excellent and I love the outdoor area and purpose-built interior design/layout. Food is excellent and my daughter tells me my food isn't as good as nursery! Fantastic job manager
and team - you're amazing!

Reply from Holly Ashall, Digital Marketing Associate at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you for taking the time to leave this fantastic review! We are delighted to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time at nursery and we will be sure to pass on your comments to the team. Kind Regards, Thrive Childcare.


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Review from Agisilaos A (Father of Child) published on 17 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dundee Nature Kindergarten has been fantastic for my older son. He is excited to go to nursery every morning and loves the messy playroom and the mud patch outdoors. More recently he has made new friends and enjoys playing with them regularly. The nursery has been all-around fantastic for him throughout
his time there, and it has been amazing to watch him grow and open up. I am thrilled and grateful that he is part of this fantastic environment, and I wholeheartedly recommend Dundee Nature Kindergarten. My second son is getting ready to join it too.

Reply from Holly Ashall, Digital Marketing Associate at Dundee Nature Kindergarten

Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review, your kind words are much appreciated! Kind Regards, Thrive Childcare.


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Review from Lucy G (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My kids love Dundee Nature Kindergarten. They are always warmly welcomed. I always get a good run down of their day and they have a good ethos which aligns with how we parent at home. The kids have access to a lot of learning materials and skills.

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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children started at Dundee Nature Kindergarten in October 2020 and we cannot be happier with the nursery. The level of detailed attention and bespoke care is amazing. The managers and the entire staff are amazing and always available for a chat. Our kids get to spend so much time outside
in fabulous, natural gardens and learn hands-on with activities such as growing radishes, caring for pets (tortoise and stick bugs alike), problem solve with peers, building in the spare parts or cooking in the mud kitchens. Both of our kids have a great bond with their key workers and our 4-year-old is always excited to give a detailed report of his and his little sister's day over dinner. My kids' development has come on leaps and bounds since moving to this nursery, I cannot recommend enough.

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Review from Angela (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

If you are searching for a nursery for your little one - stop right here. From the second we came to view the nursery when my son was 3 months old, I knew this was the right place. 3 years later and this has been proven time and time again. I trust the management team and the girls 110% and there is
no question my second son will join his big brother when I return to work. Every nursery follows the same curriculum but I believe the way they deliver it and treat each child as an individual is truly unique. My son skips into nursery giving hugs to all members of staff. I'm sure he would rather be here than a day with me! The food is freshly cooked each day and I'm often told he has seconds. They have done home baking on occasions with the kids! For me what really stands out about members of staff is the dedication they have to meet the potential of each child. Management is second to none and will go above and beyond expectations. I will forever be thankful for the recent support given.

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Review from Louise T (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined Oranges and Lemons in January 2019. Unfortunately, he was only able to attend for a few months before lockdown, and as he is an only child, I was concerned about the lack of interaction with other children. He returned to nursery in August 2020, and I cannot fault the support and professionalism
of the staff, who have gone above and beyond to settle him back into the nursery. Staff are fully committed to supporting the development of the children, and the nursery has a wide range of facilities for learning and play, including a large outdoor space and forest school environment. It’s very obvious that my son loves Oranges and Lemons. He is always excited to go to the nursery and spends a lot of time telling us about his day, the activities that he has been involved in, and games that he has played. We have absolutely no concerns about his time at nursery, we are confident that he is being very well looked after, and as a result, we have a very happy boy.

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Review from Siobhan G (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in September 2020 and being a lockdown baby, I was nervous as she hadn't interacted with other people or children. Right from the visit to the nursery, the manager and her team were amazing and so welcoming. My daughter has come on so well since joining this nursery and would never
look back now. Definatley recommend to others.

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Review from Kayleigh V (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has only recently started at Oranges and Lemons after spending most of my maternity leave together in lockdown. It was an anxious time as she hadn’t spent much time away from me but the staff have been brilliant and nothing but reassuring! Nothing is too much and they are very understanding.
My daughter loves going and gets excited when she sees the nursery and staff! 10/10 from me

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has recently started with this nursery and we are so pleased with how he has settled. From our first visit to view the nursery to now, we always feel welcome and we are made to feel like an important part of the nursery family. There is a lovely caring and nurturing ethos which is evident from
management, all members of staff and the nursery environment. We are so pleased that we chose this nursery for our son.

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Review from John S (Father of Child) published on 22 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Previously my son attended the nursery, and currently my daughter does. I could not be happier with the level of care my daughter receives. The facilities on site are of a very high level. It is clear a lot of time and resources have gone into making this nursery a superb environment for children to
learn and thrive, especially the large outdoor areas on site. All the staff have a passion for caring, and I think this starts at the top with the nursery manager who is always there to listen to any concerns we may have with our child and any inputs we have. I am so glad we chose Oranges and Lemons as the nursery for our children to attend.

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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

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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