Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

Whitestripes Road, Laverocks Brae, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8AW
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  • Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don, Aberdeen
Banana Moon at the Bridge of Don opened on the 10th of August 2020 after a vast renovation and moderation. They have light and airy rooms to promote a cosy and friendly atmosphere and a warm nurturing space. They have enclosed gardens attached to the nursery buildings.

The staff team is eager to help raise the attainment level in Scotland whilst ensuring a child quality childcare and support network for families. Children have free flow access to the nursery's enclosed and high quality outside learning space which offer fun and child-led experiences.

Care Provided by Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Terry Wiseman (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 33
  • Total Places for Children
  • 65
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

  • Varied price structure based on age and ratio
    £83.00 to £88.00 for full day sessions of 07:30-18:30


  • Full price guide available via email


  • Parking
  • A large and secure car park area with no parking restrictions or timed bays.


Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don Reviews (46)

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Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don has 46 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't have asked for a better nursery! My son started Banana Moon 6 months ago at just 9 months old. I moved him from a different nursery which was by far the best decision I could have made. My son suffers from several allergies - cow's milk allergy, salmon & pepperoni allergy as well as a really
bad washing powder allergy. Since he started Banana Moon, he has had ZERO outbreaks. The whole nursery have gone above and beyond to make sure they can cater for all his allergies. The bond between the staff is something special. You become part of a family and you can feel the love they have for your child. Our son loves going to nursery and most of the time, doesn't want to come home. Especially if he is with two of the staff members! The manager is outstanding. No matter how big or how small an issue or question may be, she is there and will go out of her way to help. Highly recommend this nursery!! We will be keeping our son there until he starts primary school.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are delighted you are happy with service and we are delighted you joined us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are all lovely! Little one started at 7 months old and really didn't cope well settling in but the staff were all brilliant and patient and she absolutely loves her nursery now.
The facilities are great and has a lovely outside play area.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

Thank you so so much for taking the time to review us. We are so delighted she has settled and now loves nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend this nursery enough. The manager and the staff made my daughter feel very welcome and the settling-in week really put her at ease. The management and staff are all so friendly and my daughter seems to be really flourishing. There's a great variety of activities offered and the play
areas are really wonderful. Thanks again for such a brilliant service. You can tell the management and staff really love what they do.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to give my highest possible recommendation for Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don. Our son has had a great experience ever since joining it. The staff are very friendly. My son was initially struggling to go to nursery but, over time, he has started to enjoy playtime there. He looks
forward to going to nursery. Special mention goes to the manager who is an angel and goes beyond her call of duty, she works very hard and ensures the well-being of everyone. I would have no hesitation to recommend a child to this nursery.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has just finished up at Banana Moon after 4 years to head to school. He absolutely loved it there. The staff are amazing, my son was always loved and cared about. The management is fantastic, they do everything in their power to make all feel welcome. I would thoroughly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl attends Banana Moon 2 days a week. The settling-in process for her was amazing, she attended 6 sessions which progressively got longer to allow her to adjust to the nursery and the staff.
The staff here are amazing, my little girls loves all of them. She has so much fun on her days in
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As a parent, I also love the app, where I get updates on her day and pictures which isn't normal at all other nurseries.
We are so glad we picked Banana Moon.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one has been attending Banana Moon at Bridge of Don for 6 months now and we absolutely love it. The care and attention the staff show the children is just amazing. Our little girl is thriving. I don't ever feel worried about dropping her off as the app is great at keeping me updated about
her day and any concerns or things to note are sent as a message in a timely manner. We love Banana Moon!

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff at Bridge of Don Banana Moon. Management and the team are just fantastic! They have treated our son with such care and love I couldn't have asked for a better service for his first time in nursery.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Banana Moon Bridge of Don since May 2021. She didn't even speak yet and she is leaving nursery (to start P1) a smart, confident and well-rounded young girl. Banana Moon truly is a family. They know each child's strengths, and weaknesses and focus on both. They keep parents
updated via the app and we're lucky to receive photos throughout the day as well. As parents, we're away from our child for at least 8 hours a day and we have full confidence and comfort knowing she is being taken care of while learning fundamental life skills, playing with friends, eating healthy and well-balanced meals, and even visiting the local care home. We're proud and so thankful we chose Banana Moon for our daughter's nursery years.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so friendly and caring. I have twin girls attending this nursery, and the level of care they are provided is excellent. I love the daily updates and the more detailed chat at pick-up. The manager is very welcoming and accommodating.

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. Your feedback is gratefully received.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at Banana Moon Bridge of Don are outstanding. Second to none! We were welcomed into the Banana Moon family from the second we enquired into a space for our son. Management bent over backwards to support our requirements, which we did not get from any other nursery. The building is always clean
and well-presented, and investment continues to be made to improve the facility for the children. Our son is fed healthy fresh meals which is good for his growth. The care and dedication from the team to ensure the children are learning as well as having fun is why they are the only nursery I have recommended in the Aberdeen area. Providing free extra activities outside of normal working hours to build a family community is another reason they are streets ahead. Banana Moon are on the higher price of Aberdeen nurseries but they are worth every penny. I would not have my son looked after by anyone else after receiving the loving care which the team at Bridge of Don provide. Thank you!

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one has been going to Banana Moon, Bridge of Don, for a year and absolutely loves it, the staff are incredible with all the children, taking into account their individual needs and interests and planning activities around each child to also encourage all children to participate. When joining
Banana Moon we became a part of the family, not just another parent, the staff genuinely care for the whole family, and are welcoming and friendly all the time. I could not recommend the nursery enough, our little one has thrived and developed so much in the time here, it’s amazing!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughters have been going to Banana Moon Nursery at Bridge of Done since my wife's maternity leave ended, and we could not be happier with the place. Our girls have come along in leaps and bounds since they started in August 2023. The change in their happiness, abilities, characters, social skills
etc, has been so noticeable, and they have really found themselves since starting. The nursery ladies are absolutely wonderful with the girls, always so pleased to see them in the mornings and greet them with smiles.
They are well fed and looked after throughout the day, and I like getting the updates in the app, so we know how they've gotten on. Any minor accidents they have had (bumps or trips) have been notified immediately and very transparently, and we feel always that the girls are in safe hands.
We would fully recommend Banana Moon to anyone looking for a nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First-class nursery. Our dear son has been going since he was 9 months old. And has been known to not want to go home at the end of the day. The staff are amazing caregivers and very professional, they have our complete trust that he is being cared for and given the attention and stimulation he needs
to grow and prosper.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Banana Moon Bridge of Don is an excellent nursery. The staff there are very professional and well trained. Since my daughter joined the nursery, this has positively impacted her behaviour, skills and wellbeing. She is happier now and very keen to go to nursery. The staff are absolutely fantastic, know
how to deal with every child according to their needs. They are very enthusiastic. They actively listen to you. The manager of the nursery is a very caring person who focuses on everything, even the tiny details to make sure all aspects of care are appropriately provided. The staff are always smiling and kind. The social interaction and communication skills of my daughter have greatly increased. I believe that is mainly because staff were keen to actually take the time and effort to encourage her, teach her, be patient with her and provide her with all resources e.g visual stickers to help her understand and express herself more and more. The setting of the nursery is amazing, homely and very cosy.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

No words are enough to describe Banana Moon Nursery at Bridge of Don. First of all, it’s a brilliant location at a safe distance from the main road in a green, beautifully designed, quiet location. The new modern building is an excellent recent addition to the facility. The staff are very dedicated,
providing all the love and care to precious little humans. It makes parents feel safe and at peace, knowing their child has the best possible care in a clean environment. Management is exceptional and always available with a smile for any queries. I cannot recommend this outstanding nursery enough!

Reply from Terry Wiseman, Manager at Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

Thank you so much for taking the time to review it. We are really grateful for the feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has recently moved to the toddler room from the baby room. The transition process has been great and the communication has been excellent. The room facilities are great and they really make great use of the outdoor areas also.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter loves the nursery and to be honest it is like her second home. She jumps and screams when she sees the staff and other kids on every single arrival to the nursery. We had a very traumatic experience from our previous nursery so Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don made a massive change
for us! Their outdoor space and newly built Full Moon Room is just stunning. Every single member of staff is lovely and professional. The manager of the nursery is like the kid's second mom, she is very carrying, profesional and understanding. Simply said, Banana Moon is the best nursery in Aberdeen and we are very lucky and happy to be part of it.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Banana Moon, Bridge of Don couldn't be more of a nurturing, loving and healthy environment for our daughter. The care and attention the staff have to playtime, mealtime and keeping parents included are 10/10.
The nursery app used to communicate with parents is outstanding and has not been seen by
any of my friends whose children go to other nurseries. My daughter just loves it here and so do we! Shout out to a particular member of staff in the Baby Moon room; superstar!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been attending Banana Moon Bridge of Don baby room since January 2023. The nursery staff have gone above and beyond to make sure we have all adjusted to the new routine and have provided support and reassurance throughout. Our daughter took a little while to settle in, however, the
staff were patient and caring and treated her like their own child. She now absolutely loves nursery and getting her in the car at the end of the day is a long process as she wants to keep playing. I have always felt secure leaving her in their care, particularly due to the excellent overall management provided by two members of staff in particular and the team in the baby room. They are approachable, their communication is good and they are always striving for more opportunities for the children. We are very happy with our choice of nursery.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don 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 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 5.000 for Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don is calculated as follows: ( (264 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 264 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don 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 65 number of registered child places is 13, 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 (22)

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Will Hanekom

Job Title: Managing Director

Joined: 2020

Will opened his first Banana Moon at Dyce with a passion for creating outstanding quality nurseries serving as a community resource and support network for people in and around Aberdeen and the shire. Will and his family are dedicated to raising the bar in early years provision and strive to support the staff teams, families and most importantly - the children. Will and his Wife Cindy are very supportive in helping the nursery meet the ideal of raising the attainment level and making Scotland the best place to raise children.


Terry

Terry Wiseman

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2020

I am dedicated to the early years sector, striving to support, nurture and care for the children and families that we care for.


Sophie

Sophie

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2021

Meet Sophie our Deputy Manager.
She has been with us for several years progressing up the management chain from a trainee EYP


Ellie

Ellie B

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2023

Ellie is the Mini Moon's room leader


Jenna

Jenna Buchan

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2023

Jenna is based in the baby moon room.


Sophie

Sophie H

Job Title: Early Years Professional - Lunch Cover

Joined: 2023

Sophie is based in the Full Moon room.


Chelsea

Chelsea G

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Chelsea is based in the Mini Moon room.


Natasha

Natasha G

Job Title: Early Years Professional - Lunch Cover

Joined: 2024

Natasha comes in and covers the team's lunch breaks to ensure everyone's wellbeing is promoted and nurtured.


Kayleigh

Kayleigh Stewart

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Kayleigh is based in the Full Moon room.


Dana

Dana Munro

Job Title: Early Years Professional

Joined: 2024

Dana is based full-time in the Full Moon room.


Rianna

Rianna M

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2024

Rianna is based in the Mini Moon Room.


Jasmine

Jasmine C

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2024

Jasmine is based in the Full Moon room


Joanne

Joanne M

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2024

Joanne is based part-time in the baby moon room.


Beluah

Beluah R

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2024

Beluah is based full-time in the mini-moon room


Becky

Becky T

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Becky is based in the mini-moon room.


Alison

Alison F

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Alison is based in the Baby Moon room.


Amy

Amy C

Job Title: Room leader

Joined: 2025

Amy is the room leader in the baby moon room


Carmen

Carmen B

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Carmen is based full time in the Full Moon room


Queen

Queen O

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Queen is based full time in the baby moon room


Rachel

Rachel J

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Rachel is based in the Baby Moon room


Rufus

Rufus

Job Title: Nursery Dog

Joined: 2024

Rufus is the nursery dog


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Queen O

Job Title: EYP

Joined: 2025

Queen is based full time in the baby moon room


Frequently Asked Questions about Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don

What is the Age Range of Children that Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don accepts?

Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don Open?

Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don have capacity for?

Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Banana Moon Day Nursery Bridge of Don to the centre of Aberdeen?

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