Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Corner of Albert Road, Corner of Brighton Road, Horley RH6 7HS
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  • Fennies Horley, Albert Road, Horley
Fennies Horley is only a short walk from Horley train station.

Staff are caring and well-trained and understand that parents also need a space to connect and recharge too.

On the nursery’s ground floor, there is a dedicated parent space for parents to unwind.

Care Provided by Fennies Horley, Albert Road

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Simone (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 23
  • Total Places for Children
  • 96
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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
  • Bank Holidays & the Christmas period

Funding & Fees Guide for Fennies Horley, Albert Road

  • Our fees are all-inclusive, covering everything from meals and snacks, milk and nappies. The minimum plan we offer is 2 full days, and this must include either a Monday or Friday. You can find out more about fees on our website, or alternatively please contact us where one of our Admissions Executives will be able to support you.


Fennies Horley, Albert Road Reviews (59)

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8.8

Fennies Horley, Albert Road has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.799) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Fennies Horley, Albert Road has 59 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our experience with Fennies Horley Albert Road has been generally positive. My child's first year in the baby class was absolutely excellent - I was 100% happy with the care and attention provided. The staff were warm, nurturing, and highly attentive to her needs plus development.
In 2024, during her
time in the middle class, we faced some challenges. There were difficulties with staff understanding my daughter's exuberant personality, and we were disappointed that periodical assessments were not provided as expected. This was a bit concerning, as we value regular updates on her progress.
Now that she is in preschool, I'm pleased to see that there are staff members who have taken the time to understand and support her in a way that suits her needs. I appreciate the efforts made by the team.
Overall, Fennies Horley Albert Road is a good nursery with dedicated staff, and I'm happy to see improvements where needed.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have gone to this nursery. Recent new staff to the nursery have been perfect additions to their rooms. They take a real interest in your child, as an individual, promoting good behaviours and learning.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our granddaughter has had an exceptional first nursery experience in the baby room at Fennies Horley, with staff and a key person who has gone out of her way to make her parents, and us as Grandparents who collect most often, feel welcome and supported in her journey. We are always greeted with a smile,
and our granddaughter smiles and kicks her legs in glee when she sees the warm faces of the familiar baby room team members each morning. As a working parent, my daughter always mentions how much it means to her to be able to access the live app used in the setting which tells us how long her child has slept or how much she has eaten, giving us peace of mind with regards to her child's care. We love the weekly newsletters from the nursery manager, and especially the lending library which helps us continue learning at home. The outdoor facilities are exceptional, and we look forward to watching our grandchild grow and thrive here.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries, Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for sharing such a heartwarming review! We're delighted to hear that your granddaughter has had such a positive start in the baby room at Fennies Horley. It's wonderful to know that our caring team, especially her key person, has made you and your family feel so welcome and supported. It's fantastic to hear that you're enjoying the weekly newsletters and lending library too, as we love helping families continue learning at home. Thank you for your kind words, and we're excited to see your granddaughter continue to grow and thrive with us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

This was an excellent nursery but over the course of one year it has gone downhill due to a change in management which resulted in a large number of staff leaving throughout 2024. Their Ofsted rating has also gone down, yet the fees have increased. I have noticed a decline in the care my child has received
since moving from the baby room. I have had numerous meetings with management including their regional manager but have seen no improvement. This relates mostly to very basic care needs, increased accidents, and a general lack of enrichment (the children are placed in front of the TV at least twice every day - could be more). My opinion is that there is inadequate supervision from room leaders who may not have the skills to do the job, a lack of engagement from management (who mostly sit at reception so don't know what is going on in the rooms) and frankly this setting needs a higher staff to child ratio as they cannot cope with the mandated minimum.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries, Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for your feedback. We value all comments as they help us improve our care and service. We acknowledge that this past year has been a period of transition, and while changes in management and staffing bring challenges, our priority remains providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. In 2024 and 2025, we've implemented improvements, recognised by Ofsted. Regarding care and supervision, safety is our highest priority. Our staffing levels meet or exceed required ratios, and our qualified team is dedicated to supporting children. The management team is available at the front desk for communication, and their leadership remains active throughout the nursery to support staff, children, and families. We offer a rich curriculum with engaging activities, no TVs, only a smartboard for learning. While some former staff have shown interest in returning, we cannot rehire them for confidential reasons. Thank you for trusting us with your child's care and education.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended Fennies.
My son has attended for 4 years and I would say that he's had 2 good years until he joined pre-school.
I do love their approach to learning and the different activities including PE, Art etc.
I think some staff work hard and try their best.
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last 2 years have seen so many changes in management and staff that my son has had so many different key persons that he didn't bond with anyone.
He never looked forward to going in everyday and I could see that he was unhappy.
I just hope that the issues will be looked into so they can improve and be an outstanding nursery again.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries ., Marketing Team at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's lovely to hear both of your children attended with us. While it's great to hear that you appreciate the approach to learning and the variety of activities like PE and art, we understand your concerns. We take your feedback seriously and are committed to addressing these issues to enhance the stability and quality of care for all our children. We appreciate your insights. If you have any further concerns that you want to address please don't hesitate to contact us at enquiries@fennies.com.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going since 9 months old and she is now nearly 16 months. Right from day one the kindness and friendliness have been outstanding, we have always been given helpful advice from the staff when needed. As a first-time mum, my anxiety was very high at the beginning, however, the constant
app updates and photos put my mind at ease. The nursery and staff have been faultless and will highly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries ., Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that the kindness and support from our team have made your experience as a first time mum easier. It's great to know that the app updates and photos have helped ease your anxiety and keep you connected to your daughter's day. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your kind words about our team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've been at Fennies Nursery for over a year and have been so impressed with the staff who have supported their development since joining.
A big thank you to the room leader who is amazing. From day one, she has gone above and beyond to care for the girls and develop them to be chatty and confident.
We've experienced really strong communication from the room leader and her team, with regular updates about how our babies are progressing, their interests and changes. The room leader is kind, caring and very committed to making the nursery a great environment for our children to be in.
The girls' buddies have been an outstanding support to the girls and us, as parents. The girls have learnt so much from the fun activities they do, they are always looking for development opportunities.
We would also like to recognise other members of staff and others whom we may not have met properly but work in support of the Explorers Room.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children attended Fennies for the past 2 years, and I’ve been so happy with our experiences. The staff go above and beyond every day to make the kids feel comfortable and happy, and both of my kids have had such a strong bond with their key workers. Fennies is a clean and exciting nursery,
and the kids always loved telling me what they had got up to. My son has now started school and it’s very clear to see how well Fennies prepared him for this.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl went to Fennies for almost 3 years and we could not be happier with our experience. The team at Fennies is just incredible. It is now that our little girl has been in P1 for over a month, that we realise how much Fennies taught her! As parents, it is always hard to leave your kid behind,
but we were never worried because we knew the care and attention from the team was amazing. And the food they offer, wow! I could not recommend them enough.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had the pleasure of both my children going to Fennies when they were both around 8 months old. I literally couldn’t fault any of the Fennies staff in the care given to my children and also the thoughts given to the parents.
We love how well-fed the children are as well and it is shown they
ensure the children are fed nutritional foods. They were also great with encouraging my first child to try more fruit and vegetables and was so proud when she did. Which I loved.
They are honestly an outstanding nursery and we miss them all and wish them nothing but success.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery and staff have been amazing at settling in my one-year-old. Always keeping me updated when he has been upset at drop-off.
Also, his keyworker has been amazing with him, always checking in if he has been poorly, which I think is a great way of showing the level of care and support.
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always seems to have so much fun in all the activities.
He eats so much variety of food, which is great to see.
Really happy with how he is settling in.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After reading about Fennies' ethos and staff background (my main focus), I couldn’t have been happier. I moved my child due to a highly disappointing and distressing incident he had at a previous nursery and wow, it was the best decision I ever made. Having it been extremely short notice, I was worried
I wouldn’t have been able to enrol him until the next term, but not only did they emphasise with us, but their interest in ensuring my child receives the best care was second to none. I am so grateful to all the staff involved, to me it truly means a lot and just speaks volumes on how important our kids are to them. My child has excelled with his speech, conversation and understanding. I’m always impressed with things he says or does. He was shy in engaging with other children and although that might still be the case, he definitely has gained more confidence. He can name children’s names in his class now and will talk about them which is lovely. Thank you to everybody!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t be happier with our experience so far at Fennies Nursery Horley. The team went above and beyond to help our son settle into nursery, we couldn’t thank them all enough. We’re kept fully up to date with what the little ones are up to during the day... no day is ever the same with such a wide
variety of activities on offer to them. We’re very happy with our choice to send him here.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries . at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Fennies Nursery in Horley. We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with our nursery. We appreciate your kind words about our communication efforts. Keeping parents informed about their children’s activities and progress is essential. It's heart-warming to know that our team went above and beyond to help your son settle into the nursery. Creating a warm and welcoming environment for our children is a top priority, we’re glad to hear that you felt supported during this transition period. Once again, thank you for choosing Fennies Nursery. We look forward to continuing to provide a positive and enriching environment for your son.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fennies Nursery has been a great experience for our son, who moved at 2 from another nursery to Fennies Horley.
The team have been great and really looked after him. His self-development has been excellent and he has formed some really great relationships with his key helpers and a number of the staff
there. We would highly recommend Fennies.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with Fennies Nursery in Horley. We are delighted to hear that your son has had a great time at nursery and has built a strong relationship with his key worker. We appreciate your kind words about our team. Providing a nurturing and supportive environment for every child is our top priority. We are truly grateful for your recommendation. Once again, thank you for choosing Fennies Nursery, we look forward to continuing to provide a positive and enriching environment for him.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

As parents, we feared for the safety of our daughter that decided to take her out of this nursery. Official complaint submitted with both the nursery and Ofsted. Standards have reduced from outstanding to good but we think a lot of improvements are needed. It’s expensive and it does not deliver the
basics of child care and safety. Strongly advise to avoid this nursery if you can.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries ., Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We take your feedback seriously and deeply regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. If you would like to discuss your concern further, please do not hesitate to contact enquiries@fennies.com


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

Can't recommend this nursery.
Multiple issues with the care, or lack thereof they've provided our daughter. Multiple reports to Ofsted, meetings with management and things haven't improved.
Experienced and long-standing staff have left and other staff are leaving in their droves.

Reply from Fennies Nurseries ., Fennies Nurseries at Fennies Horley, Albert Road

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take all feedback seriously and would like to hear more. Please contact enquiries@fennies.com so we can discuss this further.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined Fennies Horley at the start of the year going four days a week. After working from home and being in lockdown for a lot of his life, it was hard to not have him around. However, the manager is so friendly and welcoming and his key person is energetic, helpful and genuinely cares about
his wellbeing. I feel very comfortable taking him to Fennies Horley and his development has already come a long way (e.g. using a spoon to eat with).

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter is now going there 5 days a week, and she just loves it! All the staff enjoy being with her and bringing her development on, helping her to bond with the other children there and generally taking a really keen interest in her. She comes back happy and full of chatting, which is always a
great sign! Thanks to all the staff for everything they have done, especially in these difficult times, you’re all lifesavers!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The whole team at Fennies Horley is great! My son has really thrived since joining and always talks about the fun things he does. He loves going to nursery and always comes out smiling on pick up. You can quite clearly see that the team genuinely care about the children. Special thanks to all the staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter joined Fennies Horley April 2019, having relocated to as a family. The staff go above and beyond with the parents and the children. She was a little shy, to say the least when she started, but we have enjoyed her confidence go from strength to strength. Her learning has excelled thanks
to Fennies, we were totally shocked when she started to count to 10 in Spanish one Sunday afternoon, since then she has also learned basic french too!
She has made some lovely friendships since being a Fennies and talks about her friends and teachers with great affection, we know that Fennies has given her the best start possible to help her settle into her new reception class, confident and caring is our daughter. Thank you Fennies Horley we are going to miss every single one of you. Take care of yourselves, hope to pop by soon for a natter.

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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.799)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.799) out of 10 for Fennies Horley, Albert Road is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 12 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 4.174 for Fennies Horley, Albert Road is calculated as follows: ( (133 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (15 Satisfactorys x 3) + (8 Poors x 2) + (23 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 190 Ratings = 4.174

  • 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 4.625 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Fennies Horley, Albert Road is based on 12 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 96 number of registered child places is 19.2. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.2 = 0.625

  • 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)

Nicola

Nicola

Job Title: Regional Manager

Nicola has over 30 years of experience working in the Early Years tackling many challenges that the industry regularly presents. Nicola has successfully led teams to achieve ‘Outstanding’ outcomes during inspections and in everyday practice. More recently, she headed up training and quality for a large provider, leading a team of specialists supporting various nursery teams and managers to take steps towards success in providing high-quality childcare.


Simone

Simone

Job Title: Nursery Manager

What’s a fun fact that makes you stand out?
Simone has 4 children of her own, so whether she’s at work or at home, she’s always providing quality care for children.


What helps you stay connected with your communities?
Connecting with businesses within the local community to help provide opportunities for the children that they wouldn’t ordinarily experience at home.


What’s something you have loved about your Early Years Career so far?
Being able to manage different nurseries, each of which providing different insight into how to best run an outstanding nursery.


What’s your ambition to help improve the Early Years Sector?
For all the children to have the opportunity to reach their full potential.


Isabella

Isabella

Job Title: Admissions Executive

What’s a fun fact that makes you stand out?
Bella once went paragliding over Turkey, showcasing her fearless attitude to life.


What helps you stay connected with all the nurseries and their staff?
Having regular staffing calls to check in with them and see what support they need.


What’s the best part about your job?
Being able to complete the child’s journey from enquiry all the way to their first day.


How do you go above and beyond to help support our parents?
Adaptability, offering the best advice depending on a parent’s current situation.


Frequently Asked Questions about Fennies Horley, Albert Road

What is the Age Range of Children that Fennies Horley, Albert Road accepts?

Fennies Horley, Albert Road accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Fennies Horley, Albert Road Open?

Fennies Horley, Albert Road is open: 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.

How many Children does Fennies Horley, Albert Road have capacity for?

Fennies Horley, Albert Road has capacity for a total of 96 Children.

How far is Fennies Horley, Albert Road to the centre of Horley?

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