Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Bentley Manor, Box Trees Road, Dorridge, Solihull B93 8NP
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  • Bentley Manor Childcare Centre, Solihull
Bentley Manor Childcare Centre embraces nature and natural learning, providing childcare for children aged three months to five years old.

The nursery, previously a countryside Victorian villa, is located in rural Dorridge and sits on 13 acres of land, an ideal spot for children to thrive.

Outdoor activities are central and children benefit from a wide range of stimulating activities in the extensive and secure gardens. Each activity has been carefully crafted to reflect the seven areas of learning and development from the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Bentley Manor has six age-appropriate rooms which all offer an inclusive learning environment to support discovery and exploration. Meals are healthy and balanced, carefully planned using locally sources ingredients to meet nutritional guidelines.

Care Provided by Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lauren Halgreen (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 40
  • Total Places for Children
  • 106
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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 Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.


  • 9 month, 2 Year and 3 Year Funding accepted.


    All fees are inclusive of meals, nappies, wipes and formula for under 1's. Sibling discount is offered.


  • Parking
  • The Nursery offers on site parking for their families.


Bentley Manor Childcare Centre Reviews (23)

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Bentley Manor Childcare Centre has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.793) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bentley Manor Childcare Centre has 23 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Two of our boys went to Bentley Manor Childcare Centre full-time since they were each 6 months old. It's such a wonderful nursery with lovely grounds, caring staff and great management. We will miss this nursery so much, thank you so much for looking after our boys all these years!

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It has been a pleasure to care for two of your boys over the last almost five years! We have loved watching their cheeky little personalities develop and their confidence thrive. We wish them all the best in their journey at school.


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This is a more expensive nursery compared to others in the area but I have to say, we have found it to be worth every penny. Our son has developed far beyond his peers outside of this nursery and we really feel it's down to the nurturing and loving environment this nursery provides.
All staff, regardless
of room, know all children which makes it such a loving and welcoming environment. Every child's needs are known and catered for.
The extra activities on offer are second to none and this nursery welcomes parents to be involved at every opportunity - we love it.
My only feedback is that the catering could be better - menus rotated so that children get a variety, rather than the same each four weeks, for example, what's given on a Monday would be given on a Thursday and the 'tea' could be improved - but I know this is outside catering rather than the nursery itself.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for such an honest and wonderful review. We truly believe in creating the best starts for children in their early years and giving them the best opportunities. We love welcoming family members and siblings in so often and creating a real home-from-home environment. We will certainly pass on your feedback to our catering company, as we are always striving to provide the best and make improvements!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Visited to collect my nephews. Very friendly, inviting staff.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time whilst visiting to leave us a review! It was a pleasure to show off where your two wonderful nephews attend.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

2 children have attended and we're very happy. All room staff have been great. Will be sending the 3rd child.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for your review! Both of your girls have been a delight to care for and watch grow. We can't wait for the next little one to join us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent activities, great friendly practitioners who are very knowledgable and always on hand to answer questions.
The meals are always healthy and seasonal.
Management and finance team extremely helpful with any pricing and gov. funding queries.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review! We strive to ensure our communication and engagement with parents is a priority. I'm so glad your little one has settled so well these past six months!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend Bentley Manor Childcare. Both my children have been so happy here. Management and staff are attentive, caring, nurturing and professional. The outdoor space is like no other nursery we know, which has been really beneficial to the development of our children, allowing them to explore
a number of different areas, which are accessible all year round, from the mud kitchen to the play equipment, forest school area and open fields. The learning and development are phenomenal as both my children have learnt so much, and our daughter, who is now in year one, misses nursery and still talks about the staff. The school readiness preparation really helped our daughter transition to school smoothly. The experiences the children have are fun, parental involvement is great too with lots of events for parents to take part in too. Management communicates really well with parents and is continually implementing positive changes. We only recommend Bentley Manor to anyone who asks us.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. It has been a real pleasure watching your family grow and both your children develop. We will never forget the joy of your eldest, showing off her baby brother for the first time!We are so glad you've had such a consistently amazing experience throughout your years with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bentley Manor is a wonderful nursery and my children are so happy here. The staff are so caring and considerate and have become like family. My children love going to nursery and have learned so much.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Looking back, it is incredible to think when you first joined us with your eldest, it was during Covid. Everything was so different, but he settled so well - and what a journey it has been since! They have been a true pleasure.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have been part of Bentley Manor Nursery since the age 1.
Every single room and staff member has been outstanding in the care and development of them.
I couldn’t be happier with the nursery I picked for them.
The cleanliness, activities and safety are outstanding.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We have loved being a part of their journeys and watching them grow over the years. We are so fortunate to have our housekeepers onsite daily to ensure the upkeep of hygiene and cleanliness!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our children have gone through Bentley Manor and it has honestly felt like home and continues to. The care from the staff is unwavering and full of warmth. We are so pleased that both children have had such a wonderful start! Thank you all so much for everything!

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

What a wonderful review, thank you so much! It has been such a real pleasure watching your two children grow, and it is so lovely whenever they return - for them and for us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our beloved grandson has attended Bentley Manor Childcare Centre for the past two years; a house move out of the area has meant a change of nursery.
I can highly recommend all aspects of Bentley Manor Childcare Centre. The management and staff are truly amazing; they have bent over backwards to accommodate
our boy, and nothing has been too much trouble. He has additional needs, and these have been fully met by a wonderful team.
A recent change in management has been truly beneficial - we are very, very pleased with the current management team, and in fact, everyone who works there has shown nothing but kindness and has had our child’s best interests at the forefront of decision-making, always being inclusive of his parents and me, taking our wishes into consideration, which has been very much appreciated by all of us.
They have been truly supportive and helpful.
We can only extend our deepest gratitude for everything. Thank you.
A very grateful grandma.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review. It has been an absolute pleasure looking after him and going on such a journey with you all. Your little boy will be tremendously missed here, and we wish you all the best with your move!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bentley Manor is an excellent nursery setting, it provides a safe environment for children. My son loves coming to nursery, my son has been at Bentley for a number of months and has really progressed. Bentley has a beautiful outdoor area, where children can do lots of exploring through play. All the
staff are approachable, and help you in any way possible. Staff show lots of love to every child. My son has good relationships with the staff and loves his key worker. Thank you Bentley Manor for all the care and support you've given my son. Highly recommended nursery.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for this lovely review! It is lovely to see how much your son has progressed since he started, and how much he enjoys coming in each week. We can't wait for your youngest to join us later this year!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We just wanted to say what an incredible nursery Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is. We started our journey there with our first child 10 years ago and now our 3rd child joined in May. It’s the most perfect setting for those early years and seeing how our older two have grown up is just the best. All
the outdoor space, and the ethos giving the children the opportunity to explore, learn and develop with a caring and supportive team is fantastic and it just keeps getting better and better. We’d strongly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a fabulous review. It has been such a pleasure to care for all three of your children and see their journeys and how they've thrived at school; we love their regular visits!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't be happier with Bentley Manor! My child is properly taken care of, the staff communicates effectively, and the management team is incredibly committed to helping us in any way they can. The outdoor area is fantastic; it's very spacious and occasionally you can see farm animals in the distance.
The activities are really well organised, and in addition to having fun, my child is getting the best educational opportunities possible to support their growth. Bentley Manor is genuinely wonderful, and I couldn't recommend it highly enough!

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

This is a wonderful review to read, thank you so much for taking the time to leave one! Our amazing outdoor space is certainly something to behold, and one of our biggest selling points! We love watching your daughter grow and thrive in our care and are excited to see this continue!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended Bentley Manor since just after he turned a year old and he is approaching his 4th birthday. It is a lovely nursery and he enjoys attending a great deal. The teachers are all very kind and caring and have a competent and dedicated approach to the children’s development and preparation
for primary school. They also prepare a wide range of activities, which makes every day fun! The premises are fantastic as there is loads of outdoor space and this allows for plenty of time in nature. We couldn’t recommend Bentley Manor highly enough.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. We have loved watching your son grow in confidence over the years and cannot believe the transition to school is soon, we know he will blossom!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl is really thriving at Bentley Manor! We originally chose the nursery because of the amazing outdoor facilities, but have now discovered it offers so much more than that. Every member of staff (from whichever age group) seems to know our daughter. She is really happy and has a close bond
with the staff in her room. Every day is carefully planned with lots of creative activities and time outdoors. The meals offered are varied and nutritious (we are actually sometimes quite jealous of the menu!) Crucially, we can always get through on the phone and the nursery are always very happy to give us updates whenever needed. We are so pleased we chose Bentley Manor. It is a safe, nurturing and friendly environment where we feel confident our little girl will have a great day!

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

What a lovely review! As a setting, we pride ourselves on operating like one big family, and I am so glad this reflects! Your little one is a delight to have and we cannot wait to watch her continue to grow and thrive!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter attended Bentley Manor Childcare Centre between 2016-2019 and our son has been there since 2022. We were very happy with the experience we'd had with our daughter which is why we'd returned but our experience with our son has been even better. All of the staff are skilled, knowledgeable
and caring and they work together effectively to provide fun and engaging learning opportunities for the children in their care. Transitions between rooms are well managed, with information provided to parents and settling opportunities for children. Special thanks to the staff who are clearly committed to nurturing the community of children, parents and staff and creating a positive experience for all. The new events they have introduced have been a great way for parents and wider family members to get involved and share new experiences with their children.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you for your wonderful review! It is lovely to hear that the hard work and dedication is recognised, and I believe this comes from us having such a core longstanding team.
It has been a pleasure having both of your children, and we still look forward to the visits from your eldest!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It’s such a huge thing to place the most precious person in your life in the hands of people you don’t know but I’m so glad we made that decision to be Bentley Manor. My daughter has been coming to Bentley Manor for nearly 3 years and my son nearly a year and they both love nursery. All the staff are
lovely and always make the effort to say hello to us as well as our children. My son started with CMPA and during the garden party in the summer, staff who weren’t in his room knew about his intolerance. The facilities that the nursery offers are amazing and the garden space is huge. I love how the nursery does stay and play for parents and grandparents as well as events outside nursery hours. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bentley Manor to friends and family.

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you so much Katie! It has been a pleasure to be a part of both children's journeys so far. We are so pleased you are loving all the recent events, we certainly are!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not be more delighted that I was recommended this nursery for my girls. Of course, the facilities speak for themselves - lots of outdoor space to run around and lovely, spacious and well-designed rooms. However, the most brilliant thing about this nursery is the people. Everyone you bump into
in the building knows your family, knows your children, makes you all feel welcome and most importantly, makes your children feel safe and loved. My eldest comes home bubbling with stories about what she has been doing and who she has spent time with and our youngest runs in in the mornings, happy to be back. Every time we’ve had a question or asked for more information/support it’s been given without hesitation - thank you to the lovely team at Bentley Manor!

Reply from Lauren Halgreen, Manager at Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

Thank you for your kind words Maria. It has been lovely welcoming you all into our Bentley family and the girls have settled amazingly!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Bentley Manor clearly are deeply for our daughter she has a varied and enriching experience taking part in many activities that are not only fun but aid her learning. Bently manor gives us daily updates vias an app and addition they post pictures of our daughter doing various activities.
We truly believe our daughter is very happy there.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are very pleased with Bentley Manor Childcare and know that our daughter absolutely loves it! The outdoor space is fantastic and brings with it lots of fun activities and opportunities to the children. The members of staff are ever so friendly and ready to deal with which always help. Most importantly
since joining we can really see how our daughter has benefitted from being at the nursery. We have recently asked for a bit more information on pick-up, including some positive feedback on our daughter's day. I'm sure that this will be taken on board and followed through.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.793)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.793) out of 10 for Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 18 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 4.944 for Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is calculated as follows: ( (208 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.944

  • 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 4.849 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is based on 18 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 106 number of registered child places is 21.2. 18 Positive Reviews ÷ 21.2 = 0.849

  • 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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Meet the Team (3)

Lauren

Lauren Halgreen

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2014

Lauren has obtained her PGCE with QTS and has a passion for the Early Years. Lauren has worked at Bentley Manor for nine years in a number of roles and brings a wealth of knowledge.


Lucinda

Lucinda Adamson

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2017

Having worked in the Early Years sector for over 15 years, Lucinda has gained a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion. She has a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies and has worked up to the role of Deputy Manager at Bentley Manor over the past 7 years.


Lois

Lois Wood

Job Title: Nursery Administrator

Joined: 2022

Lois has been working within nurseries and schools for 5 years and has a passion for customer service. She works very closely with our Management team to ensure we are delivering our best service.


Frequently Asked Questions about Bentley Manor Childcare Centre

What is the Age Range of Children that Bentley Manor Childcare Centre accepts?

Bentley Manor Childcare Centre accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bentley Manor Childcare Centre Open?

Bentley Manor Childcare Centre is open: 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.

How many Children does Bentley Manor Childcare Centre have capacity for?

Bentley Manor Childcare Centre has capacity for a total of 106 Children.

How far is Bentley Manor Childcare Centre to the centre of Solihull?

2.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.