Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5WP
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9.9 99 Reviews
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Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham is located at Marsh Farm South Woodham Ferrers.

Staff at Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm know that children learn best through play and support them on a daily basis as they explore, develop and grow, encouraging children to choose their own activities and be independent. Their aim is provide each child with a safe, stimulating and fun learning environment, while offering a nursery care plan that is designed around each individual child's needs.

Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm offers five fully-resourced rooms in addition to providing children with access to the Animal Adventure Park, a fun and natural environment that is full of outdoor activities and provides children with the chance to interact with animals. Children can enjoy physical play in the soft play area and learn about the care of animals at Marsh Farm.

The nursery works with the local community authorities and other local agencies to ensure that children receive the best support to reach their full potential. Nursery staff work to ensure that resources and activities are carefully selected to meet the requirements of the the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and plan each child's day around their interests, abilities and requirements.

In addition, the Twizzle Tops team work with parents to ensure that they are kept up-to-date with their child's progress and as part of the nursery's caring service, each child and their parent is designated a Key Person who will inform parents how their child has been at the end of each session.

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Care Provided by Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Marsh Farm Day Nursery Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Rebecca Cosgrove (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 32
  • Total Places for Children
  • 109
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

  • 0-3 Years: Half Day = £59, Full Day = £84, Weekly = £400, Additional Hour = £10.
    3-5 Years: Half Day = £56, Full Day = £81, Weekly = £375, Additional Hour = £10.

Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham Reviews (99)

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Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.902) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham has 99 reviews.

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Review from Lisa J (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has such a bond with the staff at Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm. They’re so patient and kind. Her level of understanding and independence has improved dramatically. This isn’t just childcare it’s also education. I love receiving updates on the app and seeing what crafts she’s been engaged with.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We will be sure to pass this onto our amazing team.


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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As always we have had the best experience with Twizzle Tops. My daughter took a while to settle but the girls have been so accommodating and have made me feel very relaxed. My child gets so much attention and lots of cuddles and they got to know her habits and personality so quickly. It's so nice to
be able to leave her and know that she is having a lively time and being so well looked after.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We cannot wait to see your little one grow and develop as their confidence grows throughout the nursery.


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Review from Chloe H (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has just started baby room and the whole settling in process has been amazing! I can't thank the girls at the nursery for not just him but me. It's so hard putting your trust in people with your baby but I wouldn't leave him anywhere else! Special shout to the girls in the baby room! They
always come out with the biggest smiles and handovers are always great! I love that he always comes out smiling and waving and the fact I get updates throughout the day on the app does help settle the mum nerves.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your beautiful review. We are so happy that your little one has settled well and look forward to him being part of our Twizzle Tops family.


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Review from Ritesh V (Father of Child) published on 6 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing nursery. My son takes time with new people, but the whole team have been incredibly patient and caring to him. He loves going in, the activity variety and facilities are superb and all the staff are just wonderful.

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Review from Claire S (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has really come out of his shell going to the baby room. He goes in very happy and comes out with a big smile. The ladies who look after him are worth their weight in gold. I can really see him learning new stuff every day with songs, signing and much, much more. I love looking at the parents'
app and seeing what he had to eat and what activities he has done on that day, which is great. If my daughter has any issues (very minor) they have been dealt with very professionally and quickly by the lovely manager and staff. Such a lovely nursery for my grandson and I can see his progression growing all the time, thank you.

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Review from T T (Father of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has recently transitioned from the baby to toddler room and it could not have gone smoother. She was prepared with experience days in her new setting before the change and has been able to maintain friendships forged in the Baby Room. We love sending our daughter here and recommend it at
any opportunity.

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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would recommend Twizzle Top Nursery - South Woodham Ferrers to anyone. From the day my daughter joined at 10 months old, she has loved every second and her development is incredible. The time, love and care they put in to make this nursery a home for the kiddies is amazing!

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Review from Kate H (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely setting, both our children have attended and been very happy there. Excellent food made on-site, friendly staff, lots of fun activities and both boys have formed great relationships with staff. Would recommend it to family and friends.

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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a parent, you are sometimes nervous about that next stage in your child's life and ours was for our son starting nursery last August. From the day he started until today, he always starts off nursery with a beaming smile and ends the day with more smiles. He has developed so much and I cannot thank
his key worker and all the team for their massive support and input in our son's life. The commutation from the manager is second to none and no question or issue is ever too big and always resolved so quickly. Thank you so much for making our nursery journey so much fun, easy and rewarding.

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Review from Amanda P (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been going to the nursery for nearly a year now and all the staff are so lovely and welcoming. It’s fantastic that they get to go out onto the farm and see the animals. He also eats well there. The app is great too and all the photos they show you of what they have been up to that
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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children attend Twizzle Tops and love it. The staff are so friendly and caring it’s made it a really positive experience. The activities are imaginative and I’d be lost without them, to be honest! Thank you for all that you do - I would highly recommend them.

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Review from Faye W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Twizzle Tops (baby room) since August 2021 and from day one, it has been a brilliant experience. My son waves me off in the morning and there have been no tears since week one. The settling in sessions were amazing and the ladies who work there are so kind, interested in him
and have been essential in his development over the past 8 months. My son is always doing something fun, going out for walks or making things and is so happy every time I pick him up - it really makes such a difference for me to leave him somewhere I know he really enjoys. The team I’ve dealt with have been nothing less than supportive and I’m excited to watch his progression as he moves into the ‘big’ room this April! Thank you to all at Twizzle Tops, keep up the good work!

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so so much fo r your 5* review. We look forward to supporting your little one through their transition to the big room!


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Review from Caryn P (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Twizzle Tops! The staff are all amazing and always happy and willing to help. Every day is completely different from the previous day, as they are on the farm or busy indoors. They made pancakes this week so there is lots of learning and fun to be had. I would happily recommend the nursery to
everyone as the staff are all brilliant and so accomodating.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Than you so much for your wonderful review. Pancake day this week was so much fun!


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Review from Jessica T (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Twizzle Tops Nursery since December and he absolutely loves it. I am so impressed with the nursery myself, the staff are incredible and genuinely care so much about the children and this is felt thoroughly. The nursery does daily activities that have really assisted my son's
development and skills. The use of the parents' app allows me to feel connected and I love seeing the updates throughout my day.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your 5* review! I will share your lovely comments about the team with them.


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Review from Priya H (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery for my two youngest children. They’ve loved it and really enjoy playing and learning. My youngest was born in Sept 2020 so it was difficult introducing her to the ‘world’ but the staff were very friendly in helping her settle in well.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for leaving us such a wonderful review!


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Review from Lauren L (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Twizzle Tops Nursery at Marsh Farm since he was 10 months old. He has moved from the baby room to their toddler room now and we couldn't be happier. The team is always so lovely and caring towards him and us, they seem to know all his little ways. He seems very happy at nursery,
is very keen to go in and always comes out smiling. We love that they take the kiddies out on the farm, our son loves seeing all the animals. They do so much with the children and they get a good variety of indoor and outdoor activities, no matter the weather/time of year. So a big thank you to the manager and all her team.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your beautiful review! The team here really are amazing and make wonderful activities for all of the children.


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Review from G C (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

You can’t beat the setting of this nursery! At what other nursery can the children go on a farm and see animals, go on river and nature walks, play in a giant sandpit, bounce on bouncy pillows and go in soft play? So many activities within the nursery too including dancing, yoga, cooking and crafts.
The staff are all lovely. Will be very sad when my youngest leaves for school!

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we are so pleased that you are happy with us here at Twizzle Tops. We look forward to seeing your little one develop even further during his time with us.


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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I love that my son gets to go out onto the farm to see the animals. The app is amazing and updated so frequently it makes me feel confident and comfortable, knowing he is in safe hands and with kind people.

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your review, your words about the team are so lovely and we are excited to see your little one grow with us.


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Review from F F (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery and my kids always enjoyed their time there and I knew they would be well looked after and safe there. No faults there at all and the staff are so friendly and lovely! Highly recommended!

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased that you have been happy with the service here at Twizzle Tops.


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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter was very shy and since going to Twizzle Tops, she has gained so much confidence. I was concerned about her social skills as she was born during the lockdown and we were not able to socialise very much but this has not held her back, as the nursery have helped her overcome any issues she
had. She loves going out on the farm and playing in the soft play. Every day is different for the kids there and that's why they love it!

Reply from Rebecca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager at Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham

Thank you so much for your review, we have loved watching your little one grow and develop and cant wait to see her future with us.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.902)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.902) out of 10 for Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.902 for Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham is calculated as follows: ( (242 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.902

  • 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 Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham is based on 22 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 109 number of registered child places is 21.8, which has been reached with 22 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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Meet the Team (9)

Rebecca

Rebecca Cosgrove

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2015

Hi, my name is Rebecca and I am the Nursery Manager here at Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm. I enjoy working with the children and seeing them grow and develop before they leave us for school. I love working with my amazing team who create beautiful activities for the children to enjoy both in the nursery building and outside on the farm.


Level 3 in Children’s and young people’s work force
Foundation Degree in the Early Years
First Aid
SENCO


Kerri

Kerri Harvey

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2015

Hi my name is Kerri and I am the Deputy Manager for Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm. I have children of my own and have a caring nature toward each individual child. I enjoy giving the children magical experiences and constantly think of new fun and exciting activities for the children to join in with.


Sydney

Sydney Tucker

Job Title: Early Years Team Leader

Joined: 2017

Hi, my name is Sydney and I am the Team Leader for the 3-5 year olds at Twizzle Tops. I have just finished my Early Years Degree so I understand the importance of child development. I enjoy working with the toddlers and seeing them grow and learn.


Elizabeth

Elizabeth Herterich

Job Title: Early Years Team Leader

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Liz and I am the Team Leader for the 2-3 year olds at Twizzle Tops. Working with children has always been my passion and I am excited that I have now been able to follow this. I enjoy working with the older children and having different conversations with them about their home life.


Amy

Amy Cooper

Job Title: Third in Charge

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Amy and I am the Third in Charge at Twizzle Tops. I work with the 3-5 year olds at Twizzle Tops. I love watching the children grow before they leave for school and I enjoy doing fun activities such as dancing and cooking, I think it is really important that the children learn about the outside world so being here on the farm is great fun!


Laura

Laura Ellis

Job Title: Early Years Team Leader

Joined: 2017

Hi my name is Laura and I am a Team Leader of our 0-2 room. I have 2 children of my own and understand how important it is to give them a great start. I enjoy reading books with the children and giving them lots of cuddles to help them to settle in.


Lauren

Lauren Fullerton

Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Lauren and I work in the Pre-School room at Twizzle Tops. I really enjoy working with the younger preschoolers and teaching them lots of new things. I love it when they reach an important milestone such as potty training or are able to put on their own coat and enjoy being part of that process.


Becky

Becky Windsor

Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Hi I am Becky and I mainly work in the 3-5 year old room. I enjoy being fun with the children and making them laugh forming good relationships with the children and their families.


Samantha

Samantha Lammas

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2020

Hi, my name is Sam and I am the Team Leader of the 0-2 room. I am really passionate about making every child have a great start to their journey at Twizzle Tops and love working with them and their families to make this happen.


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