Mill House Day Nursery

Mill House, 44-46 Mill Green Road, Mitcham CR4 4HY
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  • Mill House Day Nursery, Mitcham
Mill House Day Nursery opened in August 2018. The building from which Mill House Day Nursery operates has been extensively renovated in order to provide a rich and enabling environment for young children.

The nursery is Ofsted registered and it operates in accordance with the current Early Years Foundation Stage with a strong emphasis on partnership with parents.

Children are supported to learn through play and practitioners observe, assess and plan in order to support development. All planning is shared with parents who are invited to contribute to planning in order to ensure that children are supported by effective partnerships.

The nursery employs qualified practitioners and the team is led by an Early Years Teacher who is also a trainer within the early years sector.

All staff hold current Paediatric First Aid Certificates and have undergone current Safeguarding training.

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Care Provided by Mill House Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Deborah Sawh
  • Person in charge
  • Deborah Sawh (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 63
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
  • Parking

  • There is ample off street parking at Mill House Day Nursery with limited parking on site.


Mill House Day Nursery Reviews (52)

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Mill House Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mill House Day Nursery has 52 reviews.

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Review from Michael B (Father of Child) published on 5 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We cannot say enough good things about Mill House Day Nursery! Our experience there with both our son and daughter was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we were welcomed into a warm and nurturing environment that felt like a second home.
The entire team at
Mill House was amazing. Each staff member was not only highly skilled but also genuinely cared about the children in their care. They created a loving and stimulating atmosphere that encouraged our kids to explore, learn, and play. It was so heartwarming to see how engaged and happy our children were each day.
The communication from the staff was excellent, with regular updates and feedback about our children's development and daily activities. This made us feel included and confident in the care they received.
We highly recommend Mill House Day Nursery to any parents looking for a safe, fun, and enriching environment for their children.
Thank you for everything you did!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which we will share with the team. We were blessed to have the opportunity to have your family be a part of our Mill House family and we enjoyed being a part of the early learning journey of both children. We know that you'll stay in touch! We'll see you all soon!


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Review from Sharmila C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I and my husband have always had high standards for child care, especially since it was our first child. Mill House exceeded our expectations, not only are they a family-run business, but the owners are on the frontline every day they run the nursery with their hearts. They put the needs of every child
and parent first. I’m so grateful to all the wonderful staff who introduced a safe, structured learning environment for our son. Our son started at 8 months old and what made us so happy was the nursery having a wonderful, calm, clean, happy, wholesome, and homely atmosphere. With its independent sleeping area for the babies. Baby room, toddler room, and preschool have developed our son's social, literary, numerical, physical, and emotional skills to prepare him for school. I’m so proud of how independent he has become and how well-prepared he is for school. Mill House is a magical and wonderful start for any child. Thank you for all your support over the years!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review which I have passed on to the team. We have loved being a part of your family and we have so much enjoyed spending time with your wonderful children. We have so many lovely memories of spending time with both children as well as very fond memories of our BBQs and Christmas parties which you have always supported with such enthusiasm. Thank you again from your Mill House Family.


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Review from Liam B (Father of Child) published on 25 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mill House is a phenomenal nursery and we couldn't have asked for a better start in life for our daughter or a more welcoming and accommodating group of people. Our daughter was at Mill House almost from the very beginning from the baby room all the way through to pre-school and beyond. There was never
a time she didn't want to be there, she always had such a fondness for her carers and would badger us during the Christmas and holiday breaks about when am I going back to nursery?
The people working at Mill House in the rooms and office truly are more like a family than a service or necessity and you feel like they are developing the child individually and nurturing their interests not just sticking to a rigid curriculum. They have encouraged our daughter's curiosity and imagination and she has developed real affirming skills to take her forward into school.
We were really sad to move up to 'Big School' and leave Mill House behind. We recommend Mill House to anyone who asks at any time.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your very positive and wonderful review. I thought that I had already responded so my apologies for the delay in responding. I have shared your review with the team and they are thrilled at receiving such kind feedback. Your daughter was a joy to care for from the very time she commenced with us. Her natural curiosity in nature was a wonder to behold and I'll never forget watching her delight as a spider crawled up her arm and across her jumper! Most children would have been distraught by such an encounter but not your little one; it's events such as this that prevent us from adopting a rigid curriculum as so much learning would have been lost has arachnids had not been placed at the top of our lesson plans! We are so pleased that she is with so many friends at her new school and we have such a lovely photo of her enjoying her friendships which started here in our baby room. We'll see you soon. Love to you all.


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Review from Patricia O (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Mill House. My son (and previously daughter) attended the facility for 2+ years and I was consistently impressed with the level of care and support.
The staff truly stand out for their unwavering commitment to the well-being and development of
each child, creating a warm and nurturing environment. The rooms are well equipped and the activities are not only educational but tailored to promote creativity and curiosity allowing my child to thrive. Communication is key, and Mill House excels in keeping parents well informed. The safety measures in place are commendable and I always feel reassured knowing my child is in a safe and clean environment.
What sets Mill House apart is the personalised attention given to each child. They took time to understand my child’s unique needs and interests.
I am grateful for the positive impact they have had on my child’s early years. In summary, they exceeded my expectations in every aspect.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely and very positive review which I have shared with the team, they will be thrilled with your feedback. We have very much enjoyed being a part of your family during the last 2 years and we appreciate you remaining in touch with us and keeping us updated on the progress of your little ones (now big one!). We are so pleased that you felt well supported and that you in turn supported our partnership with parents approach so positively. We have very much enjoyed working with you and your family and we know that you'll stay in touch. Looking forward to our next Mill House BBQ!


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Review from U M (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with our decision to move our eldest daughter to Mill House from another nursery. She has been happy there since day one. Our younger daughter also started in the baby room at this time. And even though it took her a bit longer to settle in, the team gave her that time and it didn’t
feel pressurised or rushed which we had experienced in another nursery. Her transition to the toddler room has also been smooth- I love that the team take the child’s lead.
When we discovered our eldest had difficulties speaking, the team went above and beyond to support them, and improvements were made because of this. The management and team at Mill House have made the nursery feel like a home- a safe and happy place, a second family to us.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review which I will share with the team. We have loved being a part of your family's early years experience and it has been an absolute pleasure having you all at Mill House. Thank you for your very supportive comments about our settling-in process which is very much led by the child and family and which we know is very emotionally supportive for children (and parents!) when they are entering nursery. Our children very much lead our practice - I think a couple of them are after my job!


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Review from Lisa G (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attended Mill House from when she was 14 months until 4.5 years old- when it was time to move on to Reception. During this time, she was very well taken care of and learnt so much, developing and growing into her own individual and independent self. The staff go that extra mile to assure
you that your children are settled and happy, involved and engaged in their activities. During preschool, as parents, we were guided to understand what our children really need to know before school and how we can support them to develop these skills, especially around communication, feelings, self-care and independent feeding. The transition to reception was met with a level of excitement and confidence that the staff at Mill House instilled in the children, as they were prepared for the next adventure, possibly more than I was as a parent. Mill House Nursery is an extended family for both the children and the parents, and I would definitely recommend it.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which we will share with the whole team. We loved being a part of your little one's early years and we are so enjoying being a part of your second child's early years. Thank you for choosing Mill House, we take a family approach to the service we provide and we are grateful to be a part of your family during these very important informative years. Thank you also for the ongoing encouragement you give us and also for being such an active part of our social gatherings!


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Review from Raluca M (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our years spent with this wonderful nursery have gone by so quickly, but the wonderful staff and very experienced owners made us/still make us feel part of this big family called Mill House Nursery.
My daughter enjoyed every moment of her nursery time, staff made sure she is always looked after (including
her medical needs).
Staff and nursery owners worked relentlessly to make sure their students were well prepared to transition into Reception schools and always inspired children and parents by leading by example. My daughter absolutely loved/loves her nursery and because of such a positive experience, she now loves every day of reception school too!
I could not have made a better decision for my daughter than to enrol her with Mill House Day Nursery! Highly recommended!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your fabulous review which we will share with the team. We very much loved being a part of your little one's early years and we were so proud to see the fantastic transition she made to 'big school'. We enjoyed being a part of your family and we are very grateful that you chose Mill House as your nursery for your daughter. See you soon!


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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son joined Mill House from another nursery when he was 3 years old until he started school. I cannot overstate how brilliant this nursery is and how happy our son was when he was there. The level of care from the whole team is second to none, and it extends beyond the children to our families as
a whole. The staff have built a community within the nursery setting that has made life as working parents so much more bearable. Their door is open for any issues we might want to discuss. The setting is safe, nurturing and stimulating for the children and our son had made such strong bonds with the friends he made while there. His transition to school has been that much easier because he was so well prepared and ready for big school even if he was so sad to leave. We now send our younger child to Mill House too and his time in the Baby room and now Toddlers has been brilliant too. A truly exceptional nursery.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review which I will share with the whole team. It has been a pleasure having you all as part of our Mill House family and we have loved being a part of your early years experience. We always strive to be as supportive as possible to parents as we know that the service we provide does indeed extend beyond the children, we very much appreciate you for noting this. We were so proud of how your oldest child transitioned to big school, he was so ready and we know that your little one will follow in his footsteps! Thank you for your ongoing encouragement and support and also for being such an important part of our nursery social life.


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Review from Chantelle B (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 3 children and they have all attended 3 different nurseries but Mill House Day Nursery is the best by far. I call them a home away from home type nursery where children receive developmental skills, education, preparation for primary school/ life skills, love and so much more. They are not just
a nursery but they are a family from the staff right through to the children and vice versa. They have an amazing garden and outdoor space for children of all ages and their nursery is always clean and tidy. The learning children receive is outstanding and each child is heard, encouraged and given independence to thrive and reach their full potential. I have seen my son grow tremendously from having speech and language difficulties and having to wear a grommet to now talking in clear full sentences and I can't thank the staff enough for working with him so closely so he could reach his full potential at nursery and thrive at primary school.
Thank you Mill House, we appreciate you!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your very kind review which I have shared with the team. We loved having your lovely son with us, he was with us from our baby room through to leaving us for reception and we enjoyed every minute of the time he spent with us! Thank you for bringing him in to see us a couple of weeks back, he is growing into a lovely young man and the confidence he showed in taking himself to the Wizards room to see everyone was amazing! He will always be special to us and we know that you'll stay in touch. We work hard to create home from home and hearing that parents can feel this is so important to all of us. We'll see you soon! Give our big boy a great big hug from us all!


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Review from Vinny B (Father of Child) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and the team have been fantastic and as my child's second nursery, the only negative is that we didn't find Mill House the first time around.
Genuinely finely feels more like we were dropping Elsie off to relatives and she was always happy to go to nursery and would chat about her day
when she got home each day. She always wants to come and pick up her sister with me or her mum just so she can come and see everyone.
Thank you so much!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you for your fabulous review which I will share with the team. We have enjoyed being a part of your family's early years experience and we were especially proud of the transition your oldest child made to big school. We are very grateful for the ongoing friendly support and encouragement you give our team and for the support, you give our social events. Your little one is very much enjoying her time at Mill House and she is already keen to spend time in the Wizards Preschool Room which she knows well thanks to her big sister! Thank you again!


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Review from Siobhan F (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mill House is an absolutely exceptional nursery. Our oldest daughter had been there from the baby room right through to preschool and then was able to transition seamlessly into her first year at school this September.
Our youngest daughter has been in the baby room for a year now and will soon be
transferring to toddlers. She absolutely loves her time at nursery and even let out a little squeal of excitement when she saw her nursery teachers after returning from the Christmas break!
The office staff are extremely helpful and attentive, they really make the place feel like a home from home for both the children and parents alike. They strike the perfect balance between professional and personable. I cannot rate them highly enough and we are incredibly grateful that our children have been afforded such a lovely start to their early learning journey.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which I have shared with the team. We loved the time we spent with your oldest daughter and it was such a privilege to work with her from the Pixie room, through Elves and finally to Wizards. She transitioned so well to reception and we love that she still visits us to collect her sister. As for your little one! We can't believe that she will soon transition to Elves from the Pixie Room! Where has the time gone? Again, we love the time we spend with her, she is as much fun as her sister and just as wonderful! We look forward to another exciting year with your family!


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Review from Francesca S (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My oldest daughter was at Mill House Day Nursery from 10 months old until 4 1/2, it really was a wonderful experience for her and fully prepared her for starting school. The staff are brilliant, always finding ways to encourage her individual interests and build her confidence and independence. I also
found that they go the extra mile with parents - my daughter struggled with nursery drop offs for a couple of weeks after the first period of lockdown, and the staff would always call or message me after I'd left to let me know she was now settled and happy, playing with her friends etc., which I really appreciated. My youngest also started there at around 10 months and at nearly 2 now she is happy, confident and her language has developed very quickly. She loves going to nursery, especially the garden activities, and has formed great bonds with the staff. I'm so happy we found Mill House and would recommend it to anyone!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which our teams will really appreciate. We have had so much fun with your girls and we are so pleased that we still see big sister when she drops her little sister off to the baby room! Our morning office routine wouldn't be the same without her popping in for a chat! Thank you again, not only for your review but for the fun we have had over the years with your family!


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

As a mother, it is so comforting to see how excited and happy my daughter is when she goes to nursery every morning. She loves her teachers, mentioning that everyone in the nursery is extremely friendly and caring. Her development has excelled over the last months which is great to see. They also have
lots of fun activities which my daughter loves! So happy I chose Mill House nursery.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which I will share with the team, they really will be delighted to receive your feedback. Your little one really is part of the Pixies Team! She loves to play and she loves to be active and involved...there's nothing she'll not try! Thank you again for your review!


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Review from Nabil A (Father of Child) published on 20 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been in Mill House Day Nursery a couple of years now and has moved from the baby room to the toddler room and now the pre-school room. It has been a delight seeing her grow up and make these transitions in Mill House (and, of course, a source of immense pride for me). I am very well-informed
of everything that is happening with my daughter when she is at Mill House and the transitions have been very well managed, in a way that suits my daughter rather than be something pre-conceived based on her age. And now that I am thinking about reception and primary, Mill House has been very active in working with the schools I am considering, both to help me prepare and make them aware of what my daughter needs and where she is in her development. All the staff know my daughter well and seem to genuinely care about her well-being and her development. Really feels like a wonderful community at Mill House and really happy that my daughter is part of it.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review which I will share with all three teams, they will all be delighted to receive your feedback! It has been an absolute pleasure to care for your little one and it's hard to believe that 'big school' is already on the horizon! It's a way off yet though so no need for us to worry about the inevitable farewells which we will all find very hard. Thank you also for the support and encouragement you have given us over the years which has been absolutely invaluable. See you later


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Review from Andrea G (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't be any happier with all the team at Mill House, 1000 words aren't enough! They are like an extended family to us and the kids. The smell of good food, the cheerful smiles, the can-do and helpful attitude creates such a positive energy for all who interact with them. It couldn't be any homier.
Aside from the great education, ample outdoor space, creative activities and caring staff, I would like to say that the nursery has managed to create an environment for the relationships between the parents of different kids to grow. This is via the daily pick-up and drop-off chats and the well-attended events organised by the staff to create a truly wholesome community spirit. What a celebration! I genuinely feel blessed to be living so close to this wonderful nursery and I would say that it's well worth a commute to know that your kids are in the right hands. Can't recommend them enough! If you have a chance to send your children here and you're after a family, grab it!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review! We will pass this on to our teams all of whom have had the pleasure of being a part of the early year's education of your little ones. We have loved watching both of them grow and develop. The painless transition to big school was such a wonder to observe and having the opportunity for a catch-up every evening about the school day is simply the icing on the cake (or breakfast bar) for us!


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Review from Chris S (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An absolutely outstanding nursery. It's clear the staff work amazingly hard to create a safe, exciting and caring environment for children to develop and explore within. The nursery itself is looked after and has exceptional facilities, and the staff go above and beyond to provide great support and
communication to parents.
One daughter had been here from twelve months old and really enjoyed it, and has recently started school (and is loving it in no small part to the nursery!) and our other daughter has recently started and is equally happy and excited to go there.

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which I will share with our team. We do feel like extended family members to both you and your children! Your feedback will be gratefully received by our teams all of whom have had the pleasure of being a part of both children's early years education.


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Review from Sabrina D (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mill House Nursery provides a home away from home for my two children. I know they are being cared for, having fun and learning in a safe environment with true professionals who go the extra mile. The outside facilities are the best I have seen locally and they encourage positive mental and physical
development tailored to the child and their needs.

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Review from Melissa D (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were nervous to let our little one go to nursery as you hear some horror stories but we have been so pleasantly surprised by Millhouse. We wish we sent her there earlier. The staff are so amazing and friendly. She had settled in wonderfully and loves going every day. She comes home all the time with
something new she had learned and stories of the fun she had. 100 out of 10 in all aspects. Just absolutely love them!

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Review from Charity A (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started attending the nursery this year and I am glad we made the best choice. The nursery promotes the well-being of children by providing a nurturing environment, ensuring there are enough trained practitioners at all times which is excellent.
Although our daughter is still gradually
settling into her new environment, there is no doubt she loves it at Mill House Day nursery and we as parents do too. I recommend it to others especially if you need a quality, safe, caring and great learning/play space for your child.

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Review from Gary C (Father of Child) published on 20 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our Son's time at Mill House was phenomenal. He grew in so many ways there. The staff are caring, nurturing, thoughtful and compassionate. Helping our son to flourish. He adored the staff and the activities, games and learning opportunities they provided him. The outside space in particular was fantastic.
Their hard work meant he was so well-placed to begin school this year. The management team are superb, so proactive, understanding and accommodating. They really get what being a working parent is like and always go above and beyond to support. The Mill House community was something really fantastic and meant we were able to arrange playdates and ensure our son's very earliest friendships have continued despite going to different schools to some of his friends. I cannot recommend Mill House highly enough. Our son attended a chain nursery before moving to nursery when we moved home. We wished he'd started at Mill House sooner. They are fantastic!

Reply from Deborah Sawh, Manager at Mill House Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review which I have passed on to the team. Your feedback is so appreciated and very much valued. We enjoyed having your little one at Mill House so much! We are so pleased that he is doing so well at school and that the friendships he had formed at nursery remain strong. We'll hopefully see you at one of our social gatherings in the very near future!


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.873)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10 for Mill House Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 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 5.000 for Mill House Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (132 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 5

  • 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 4.873 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Mill House Day Nursery is based on 11 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 63 number of registered child places is 12.6. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 12.6 = 0.873

  • 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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Deborah Sawh

Job Title: Manager and Early Years Teacher

Joined: 2018

Deborah holds a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies and she is qualified as an Early Years Teacher. She has over 25 years experience in the field of early years education as a practitioner and as a manager.


Deborah teaches childcare qualifications to level 2, 3 and 4 students within the early years sector, including management training.


Deborah is the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) and Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator (PANCo) for Mill House Day Nursery.


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Lianne Lewis

Job Title: Assessor and Training & Development Manager

Joined: 2018

Lianne has a Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies and she is a qualified assessor who manages team and individual development. Lianne's prime responsibilities are the supervision of practitioners to ensure the ongoing development of high quality practice. Lianne has a wide experience of working in the early years sector, including experience as a childminder, a pre-school practitioner and a nursery practitioner. Lianne achieved an outstanding Ofsted grade for her own childminding business and she brings these high quality expectations to Mill House.


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Natalie Ahern

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2018

Natalie has a wide and varied experience of working with children in their early years, she has worked in nursery settings and schools and she has also worked as a Nanny which has enabled her to develop an understanding of the diverse needs of families. Natalie is a Level 3 qualified practitioner who has recently embarked on her Level 4 Early Years Advanced Practitioner training. Natalie has a passion for supporting children to learn and develop and she can effectively support children of all ages from infancy through to those in their teenage years.


Frequently Asked Questions about Mill House Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Mill House Day Nursery accepts?

Mill House Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Mill House Day Nursery Open?

Mill House Day Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Mill House Day Nursery have capacity for?

Mill House Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 63 Children.

How far is Mill House Day Nursery to the centre of Mitcham?

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

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