Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Kingston Rugby Club, Club House, Rear of King Edward Rec. Ground, Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1PL
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  • Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool, Chessington

Care Provided by Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Becky Drinkwater (Quality Assurance Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 32
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

  • Our flat rate per additional hour around session times is £10.00, however, our set session prices vary.


  • Please contact the nursery to enquire about our fees. We have different session types - costs vary depending on how many funded hours you may have, as well as the age of the child and if it's term time only or all year round.


  • Parking
  • They have plenty of free parking next to the club house and further parking in over flow car park. 1 disabled space.


Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool Reviews (14)

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Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 8.1 (8.050) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool has 14 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a wonderful place to go to nursery! With the huge outdoor space, allotments, bug hotel and forest school sessions (as well as lots of well-thought-out indoor crafts and activities), I wish I’d had this as a kid. The food menu always sounded amazing too, with lots of variety and an in-house chef.
Our child attended from the baby room up until preschool age and absolutely loved it. Staff are very supportive, friendly and caring, and we liked how they always encouraged our child’s individual interests. We would definitely recommend Acorn to Oak!

Reply from Noha K, Nursery Office Manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

It's truly wonderful to have such a lovely outdoor area. We think it really enhances the learning experiences for the children. Our chef will be very pleased to know this. I'll pass the message to the team!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two boys had a wonderful time at Acorn to Oak, they were always happy to go to the nursery and came home with lovely stories about their day. The staff were absolutely amazing, kind and caring. I felt that my children were safe and happy always. They grew so much confidence during their time at the
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Reply from Patrick Day, Office Manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! We'll pass this on to the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Acorns to Oak Nursery has been great for our daughter. She started in the babies-2 group and settled really quickly thanks to the team. She’s now in the 2-3s. I really like how much variety of play they have and the amount of time they spend outside. The staff, and 2 members of staff in particular,
are really energetic and really care about the children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff members are always happy and greet my child with a smile on their faces. There is always a wide range of activities for them to play with, my daughter loves coming to Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool and they always make her feel welcome. The staff members are wonderful a credit to the wonderful
management which are always helpful. Acorn to Oak are an amazing nursery.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! I'll pass this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool are forever kind, welcoming and helpful - both with children and parents. The office staff have shown exceptional flexibility and understanding in any communications I have had with them. Our children are happy, healthy and curious as a result
of their attendance at the nursery - I feel confident that they are safe, well cared for and given the chance to develop in secure and interesting surroundings. The nursery building and its grounds continue to evolve and improve. I came across the nursery by chance and I’m so glad that I did.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review and kind words. We are happy we've contributed to your children's development. I'll pass this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We loved having our little one part of Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool. The outdoor space, the range of activities, and the resources provided are outstanding. Over the last year, he has grown in confidence, he has made so many friends, and loved being part of Acorns to Oak. I can not thank enough
all the staff for the great care and endless opportunities that they provided for him to learn and explore. What is also very good about Acorn to Oak Nursery is the app which is used to keep parents informed with the different activities from the day, photos of the little ones, and updates on their daily feeds or nappies, etc. I have seen a few nurseries in the area, but I would definitely say that Acorn to Oak is one of the best I have seen. It was a very good choice for our little one and I would definitely recommend it to other families.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

We love our outdoor space, too. We think it really enhances the learning experiences for the children. I'll pass this on to the team!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy started here over a year ago and he has grown up so much his personality has really grown his speech and communication has increased and I love hearing about his day. The teachers in his area really look after him and he speaks about them even at home. He gets fed tasty and nutritious
meals and he seems to eat everything. The ParentZone app is great for update’s especially as a busy working mum seeing what he gets up to is reassuring. I am really pleased that my son goes to this nursery I am really impressed, confident and reassured about his well being and continuous development at this nursery. Keep up the amazing work you are all truly amazing!

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

We're glad we're able to keep you up to date every day as a parent. I'll pass this message on to the staff!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I previously had my child at another nursery until I heard about Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool. We are so happy to be part of this wonderful place. Acorn to Oak have amazing staff with so much heart and a caring mindset. It’s wonderful seeing our son get excited about going every day. He knows
all of the teachers and has built up a wonderful rapport with all of them. Each and every one of them really makes an effort to engage the children and develop them in a very individualised way. The management is really committed to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment and we’re very thankful. The level of care is outstanding and I could not fault it.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! I'll pass this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have both our children at this nursery. We are so happy with Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool. The kids rush into the doors and don’t even turn to wave us goodbye and that’s when we know they love it there. The staff are so caring and always take an interest in our kids. We have found the key person
for each of our children so caring. We really think we’ve lucked out with this nursery. It’s the hard work of the management and staff that makes it such a loving environment. Thank you Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool x

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

We're so happy your children are comfortable and happy with our setting. I'll show this to the team!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a brilliant nursery. My daughter loves it here and has been there since last October. She loves all the different activities they do and all the outside space. She comes home and teaches us all the skills she has learnt at nursery including showing us her Yoga moves. We are kept up to date with
what she is doing each day via the app and this helps us to have conversations with her to find out about her day. They have a great variety of meals and snacks. All the staff are really helpful and friendly and it is a wonderful nursery. Thank you.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! I'm sure the staff will be thrilled to see this.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The level of care taken of my epileptic child has been brilliant from acorn to oak.
I felt confident the staff knew what they were doing and they understood his care needs very well from the start.
On top of that, he loves all the staff and looks forward to attending.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! I'll pass this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery and preschool with caring staff. My son loves attending the setting. And what I find most important is that when we had questions or suggestions staff were open to listening and action was taken swiftly. We needed a flexible setting that took children for half-day sessions, they were
happy to provide a flexible day/time arrangement with no minimum sessions required.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your kind words! We are so happy to hear your experience with us has been so positive. I will pass this on to the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great service, lovely place. My little boy really enjoyed it, he has learned loads also many skills to take forward with him. It gives the children lots of options - along with fun and learning towards their future.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office Manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! I will pass your kind words on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has thrived from the loving and nurturing environment at Acorn to Oak. The staff are simply wonderful, friendly, and exceptionally encouraging of the children. The children spend time outdoors when they can, which is fantastic for their development.

Reply from Patrick Day, Office manager at Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review! We are so happy your little boy is enjoying his time here. I'll pass this on to the staff.


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Current Review Score: 8.1 (8.050)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.1 (8.050) out of 10 for Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool 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 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.1 out of 5 from 1 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 Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (12 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 12 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 3.05 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool is based on 1 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 = 3

    • 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.05

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool Open?

Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool 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 Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Acorn to Oak Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Chessington?

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