Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Warwick House, Beacon Bottom, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GQ
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9.8 86 Reviews
  • Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate, Southampton
Located in a residential area of Park Gate, Southampton.

Activities at Park Gate are specially planned to develop each child's social, emotional, physical and creative skills. They also learn reading and writing, maths, music and even French.

The qualified chef prepares nutritious menus and can cater to any dietary requirement.

Care Provided by Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Katherine Roberts (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 14
  • Total Places for Children
  • 60
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

  • To find out our fees guide and more information, please speak to our helpful customer service team any time between 8.30 am – 6.30 pm, send us an email or visit our website.


Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate Reviews (86)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10, based on 52 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate has 86 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have my twins enrolled in the Park Gate Kiddi Caru and we absolutely love it here. My boys receive the best care and attention and love going into nursery. They have learnt so many key skills since enrolling and we get regular, personal updates which keeps us up to date with their activities and development.
The nursery has a home from home feeling and the staff are really helpful and happy to assist with anything they can. Highly recommended!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team strive to form strong partnerships with our families in which they share their knowledge and provide the right support needed to help with any issues. Throughout the nursery day, children enjoy a great variety of fun, engaging activities which help them to develop important skills for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding Christmas gathering, got to meet all of the lovely staff that work there. All very welcoming, had lots of fun and laughter. So happy that my little boy goes to this nursery! He loves it so so much! Definitely will be recommending to my friends with babies/toddlers. My child is always so
so happy at nursery.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team works hard to put on fantastic events which bring the nursery community together, so it’s great to read that you and your family enjoyed our Christmas celebration!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The only nursery I've come across where my son doesn't feel like a transaction. Staff have been amazing with both him and me, friendly and fun. He always comes home saying he has had a great time. I'm comfortable knowing I have the team's help to support my boy's growth and learning.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Forming strong, supportive relationships with our families is so important in helping children to thrive. Our dedicated team provides a variety of fun, engaging activities to help children develop important skills for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful evening celebrating Christmas. Santa was superb, giving all the children their gifts. Mince pies and mulled wine was lovely. Children had so much fun playing with snow and painting and of course visiting Santa. Well done everyone.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s lovely to read that you and your family enjoyed our Christmas celebration! Our team works so hard to put on fantastic events such as this which brings the nursery’s community together for an evening of fun and socialisation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff are very incredibly friendly, welcoming and understanding. The staff know their key children's needs and build meaningful relationships with the children and parents quickly! My children are very happy here.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's great to read that your little ones are so happy here! Our friendly, nurturing team are so passionate about helping children to thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 2 under the age of 2 attending the Park Gate Kiddi Caru Nursery and I am absolutely thrilled so far with how their time there has gone.
They are in there 9 hours a day, 5 days a week and all the staff members are supportive, caring and have continued to cater to their individual needs. The staff
are fully understanding and fully dedicated in providing a joyful, caring experience for both of my little ones.
The indoor setting has 2 babies rooms, of which both of mine float between, equipped for all of them with plenty of toys and sensory objects. They cater to their individual needs at mealtimes and and have continued a weaning journey for my daughter. I am very happy and satisfied with the level of care, consideration and what the nursery has done so far for my little ones.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s great to read that you and your family are so thrilled with your experience with us! Our supportive, nurturing team work incredibly hard to provide exceptional care and education. Children enjoy a range of stimulating activities designed to keep them excited, curious and engaged throughout the nursery day.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely helpful, friendly and caring staff. Always welcome the children when they arrive and make an effort to say 'bye' when they leave. Update on incidents when they happen. Would highly recommend for all ages. Support for parents is amazing.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We take great pride in our team of dedicated nursery professionals who work hard to provide a supportive, welcoming and nurturing environment for both children and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started going to Kiddo Caru in April when she was only 10 months, she was only going for 1 day a week so struggled to settle in at first but the staff kept me updated and eventually she has started to get used to all of the staff. The staff we have dealt with are all caring and compassionate
and she now goes two days a week and is enjoying it more and more as time goes on.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is enjoying her time here! Our kind, caring team really go above and beyond to ensure all children feel happy, safe, and supported whilst at nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children love Kiddi Caru!
The staff are so loving and caring towards my children. My youngest is often very shy around new people, and I couldn't believe it in September when she rocked up to nursery, after 7 weeks off over summer, lots of new staff, and she waved bye to me completely unphased
that it was her first day without her older brother there to support her too. This is proof that Kiddi Caru is one of her 'safe happy places'. I have said previously that my only improvement would be to provide more challenging tasks for the more academically able kids in relation to their reading, writing and simple maths. That same week, I was informed that the nursery had invested in more learning games and resources. I was so impressed with the response and action immediately taken to improve and reflect upon my feedback.
An excellent team and a lovely nursery! Thank you endlessly to all who work there!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that our team have been so brilliant in helping your little one to develop her confidence. Our team works incredibly hard to inspire, empower and encourage children to develop positive life skills and knowledge for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has recently started at the nursery. The staff have been so attentive to her needs. They have been welcoming and always greet her in the mornings with a smile and a cuddle. She cannot wait to get into the car to go and see her nursery and will ask after her key person.
The manager of the
setting knows what my child likes. She will have activities ready for my daughter when we arrive and will always greet us with a nice warm welcome.
The food at the nursery is lovely too, my daughter has dietary requirements and the cook has discussed how she can be inclusive of her needs, which means she does not miss out on any great tastes. She talks to her dad at the end of the day about what she has eaten, and she tells him how much she has enjoyed it. She regularly asks him for curry like she had at nursery when he asks what she would like for dinner.
I am so glad we chose to send our daughter to this nursery, and I would highly recommend it to other friends and families.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team strive to build strong, supportive relationships with the children in their care. Providing a great variety of fun, engaging, and educational activities is so important. Our nutritious nursery meals are freshly prepared onsite by our qualified chefs to allow children to experience a variety of tasty flavours.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great team, very supportive and with a great skill set, vital for the development of our son. Safe and comfortable place, our son loves it!
We notice development and happiness every day he comes back home!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is loving his time here! Our supportive, knowledgeable team work hard to provide a great variety of stimulating activities alongside our specially-designed education programmes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been attending this nursery/pre-school for nearly 2 years. All the staff are exceptionally lovely and welcoming. As a mum of 3, they have always been understanding to my own personal life which is a magical touch! Little one loves coming into the setting every single time! And the
food always smells phenomenal!
Words can not express how happy we are with the setting, staff and overall atmosphere!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is loving her time with us! Supporting the individual needs of our families is so important.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one joined Park Gate from a different Kiddi Caru nursery about 6 weeks ago now. He is an only child so has only ever really been at home with me and my partner so going somewhere new is always a bit unsettling for him to start with but the staff in the baby rooms at Park Gate have really helped
settle him into a routine and encouraged him to be more independent. He is becoming more confident as time goes on and it's brilliant to hear about him interacting more and becoming chatty with the other babies and staff. I am very happy with the setting and so grateful he is surrounded by such lovely staff.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly team works hard to provide a supportive, nurturing environment in which children feel safe, happy and secure, which allows them to develop their confidence and independence.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so pleased we chose Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate for our son. It’s always daunting leaving such a young child at nursery, but he absolutely loves it and is really thriving under their care. The staff are all friendly and approachable and caring. He gets excited when we go to nursery - the drop
off transition is really smooth with no tears, which I think is a sign of how happy he is there. Communication through the app and in person is great. They’ve been able to accommodate his specific and changing dietary needs as well.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that your little one is loving his time here! Our friendly, passionate team work hard to provide a great variety of activities alongside our specially designed education programmes. Effective communication with our families is so important in building strong relationships between nursery and home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son moved over to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate a good few moths ago and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. This was hard, but turned out to be a great move for both of us. They got my son to settle in so quickly and he’s even eating there. I've also found all the staff easy to approach
and am very happy with his chosen key worker.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, dedicated team strive to support the individual needs of our families, working hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. It's great to hear that your little one settled in so quickly! Ensuring that the settling in process is as smooth and as seamless as possible is so important.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Kiddi Caru since March 2023 and I have been delighted with the setting and my daughter's progress.
My daughter has learnt so much since starting nursery and her social development has come on leaps and bounds.
All staff are friendly and approachable and always take
the time to give a verbal handover despite me having access to the app to see how my daughter's day has been and this shows the attention and care they provide for the little people day in, day out.
It took some time for my daughter to settle in however, I had absolute confidence she was in safe hands from the beginning. She has now formed an excellent bond with her key worker and is quick to wave at me and say 'bubbye'.
Management have been incredible with my personal circumstances in terms of last-minute bookings and have gone above and beyond what I'd expect from a setting.
I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough. Thank you!

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team are dedicated to ensuring each child is able to learn, grow and thrive at nursery. They really take the time to build strong, supportive relationships with each child which helps to build their confidence. Our education programmes have been specially designed to help children develop important skills for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going here for almost 18 months after moving for work, what a wonderful nursery it is. The staff are the ultimate professionals who treat each child as an individual, allowing them the time to make their own choices. All the facilities are great. My daughter's favourite place is
the garden if she could spend all her time out there she would.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We take great pride in our enthusiastic, knowledgeable team who really take the time to build strong relationships with the children in their care. Our facilities, both inside and out, help provide the children with fantastic experiences.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with our experience of Kiddi Caru. My son has been attending since the beginning of this year, we had been using a non-Kiddi Caru setting prior. At the previous setting, my son was very upset on each drop off we thought it was separation anxiety so were nervous about him starting a
new setting. However, with the compassion and care showed to my son he soon began to love going to nursery, for a while now he just walks in and doesn’t look back! He talks about nursery, what was such a negative experience for him is now so positive.
The staff are fantastic, we receive good feedback, I feel he has developmentally come a long way since joining Kiddi Caru. We couldn’t be any more pleased. Thank you to the team, you are amazing!

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you so much for leaving us at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Park Gate such a positive review. We are thrilled that you have found the best place for your little one where he can thrive and grow. We are so happy that your son loves nursery life and has developed strong bonds with the team at Kiddi Caru Park Gate.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending this nursery for 4 years, the baby room was a nice home-from-home room, and he enjoyed lots of messy play and the girls were always very loving. As a toddler and preschooler, he has really enjoyed the freedom of the outside space and the sports coach sessions more recently.
The preschool staff have been very good at providing him with extra SEN support, setting schedules in place and allowing for a special menu at lunch. He has thrived with the support of staff to become more independent and confident.

Reply from Laura Wiltshire, Marketing Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review for the Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Park Gate. We are pleased to hear that you loved the home-from-home style baby room at our setting and that your little one has enjoyed the outside space, messy play and sports sessions. It's so good to hear that your son has been able to receive the SEN support he needs in our setting.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended for around 11 months and they were amazing at settling him in when he was a bit unsure at first. Since then he has thrived and absolutely loves going, I love hearing about all his little friends he's made and I get to see some of the things he gets up to on the app. The ladies are
absolutely lovely and always take the time to talk and ask us questions.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear that our team has been so brilliant at helping your little one to settle in! Ensuring children feel safe, happy and supported whilst at nursery is so important in helping them to thrive.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.815)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 52 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 49 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 4.815 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate is calculated as follows: ( (544 Excellents x 5) + (43 Goods x 4) + (13 Satisfactorys x 3) + (15 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 615 Ratings = 4.815

  • 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 Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Park Gate is based on 49 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 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 49 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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Katherine

Katherine

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Katherine has developed a passion for the childcare sector since 2009, she thrives on the importance of building a strong parent partnership.


Katherine has a wealth of knowledge and experience which supports the running of the setting effectively. She also believes in the importance of children learning through play and they are settled and cared for to a high standard.