They have a small drive located at the front of the nursery setting with two available spaces for parents to use when they drop off and collect their children.
Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.981) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham has 40 reviews.
Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024
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Reply from Christine Protheroe, Owner at Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham
Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We will miss your little ones, they have been a huge part of Puffins for the last few years!
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Review from Georgia A (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2024
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Reply from Christine Protheroe, Senior Manager at Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham
We are so sorry that you have left feeling this way, as this is not what we want at all. I do appreciate that there were a number of staff changes within a short period of time, this was due to four of our team members leaving to go on Maternity leave within a month of each other. Whilst we appreciate this can be unsettling to have so many changes, we of course were supportive of these team members as this was a celebration for them personally and ensured to spend time focusing on supporting the children with the changes that had happened. Within the preschool room, there is an age gap between the youngest and oldest child, however, we adjust our practice to suit each child. We are still aiming to get a garden for the setting, however, have found huge benefits in taking the children on daily walks to explore the local community. We are very lucky that Windlesham is a beautiful village with much to offer, and feel that the children have fantastic learning opportunities on our outings.
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Review from Lauren M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We absolutely love having your little one at Puffin's, she is a pleasure to care for.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your little one is so happy with us.
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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023
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Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so pleased that your little one is so happy at Puffins.
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Review from Zara R (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023
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Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your little one is so happy at Puffins.
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Review from Robert W (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2023
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Thank you for such a kind response! We are so pleased that your little one is so happy at Puffins.
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Review from V D (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2023
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your little one is happy at Puffins.
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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023
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Thank you so much for your kind response! We are so happy that your little one is happy with us.
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Review from Caroline H (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind review! The team within the baby room will be so happy to hear your feedback!
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Review from Daniela A (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2022
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Thank you so much for your lovely review. We really appreciate your feedback!
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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2022
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Thank you so much for such a positive review. We are so glad that your little one is so happy with us.
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Review from T W (Father of Child) published on 28 December 2022
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Thank you so much for such a positive review! Our team will be so delighted to hear your feedback.
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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2022
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Review from A E (Mother of Child) published on 21 December 2022
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We really do appreciate your feedback.
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Thank you for such a lovely review C! It is an absolute pleasure to have your little one at Puffins, she has done so well!
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Review from Evie T (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review, Evie! We are so proud of how your little one has grown in his time with us, it is an absolute pleasure to have him at Puffin's!
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Review from D L (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Love the app which gives updates throughout the day about our child’s meals, nappy’s, photos etc.
Would recommend to anyone!
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Thank you so much for your kind review! We absolutely love having your little one at Puffins!
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! We really appreciate your kind words. It is a pleasure to have your little one at Puffins!
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Review from George B (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Thank you for your kind review, George! It's so lovely to have such positive feedback.
Our garden is still in process, but it's looking like we should have it by the summer (fingers crossed)!
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The Review Score of 9.0 (8.981) out of 10 for Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
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 4.548 for Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham is calculated as follows: ( (59 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.548
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 4.433 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Puffin's Pre-School & Day Nursery - Windlesham is based on 6 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 = 3.6
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 36 number of registered child places is 7.2. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 7.2 = 0.833
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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Job Title: Senior Manager
Joined: 2018
After working in Childcare for 12 years, it was time to take on my own adventure! The idea of Puffin’s was born a few years ago, and finally, in 2018, the dream came true. My journey started in a Nursery where I started as an Assistant Practitioner. In my time at this Nursery, I gained my qualifications and two promotions, leading me to Head of Room. From there I moved on to another Nursery where after starting as a Head of Room I worked my way up to the Management Team. My most recent role was as a Private Nanny for two lovely families, who I am still in contact with now.
I am First Aid trained and am the setting Designated Safeguarding Lead, alongside Eleanor.
Job Title: Nursery Manager
Joined: 2022
I have 13+ years of experience working with children and young people from being based in a nursery setting, where I became qualified and progressed to management level, to creating my own childminding business. I also have my own daughter who loved her Puffins journey. I joined Puffins in Oct 2022 as a deputy and am now the Manager. I really enjoy getting to know the children and parents and being able to make a positive difference within the setting. I look forward to continuing with this and welcoming new families to Puffins!
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2020
- CACHE Level 3 Diploma in the Children and Young People's Workforce
- Paediatric First Aid Trained
Hi, I am Clare and I have been working in Childcare for 9 years. I have worked in 2 Day Nurseries and have previously been a Private Nanny for 2 separate families. I now have my own daughter, Myla who will be spending time here at Puffins. I love creating fun activities for the children to enjoy!
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2020
- BA (Hons) Degree in Early Years Teaching and Learning
- Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Paediatric First Aid Trained
Hello! I am Becks and I have 12 years of experience working with children. I have had the pleasure of working within a wide range of settings including a variety of nurseries, special needs schools and a Forest School! I have progressed my career through a range of roles from Practitioner, to Room Leader and up to Deputy Manager. I have two children of my own, Ollie and Ivy. I enjoy getting involved in children's play, extending their learning and experiences through enjoyable and meaningful interactions. I look forward to meeting all the new additions to our Puffins family!
Job Title: Office Administrator
Joined: 2020
CACHE Level 3 National Diploma
After a career change seven years ago, I joined a nursery and in the time I was there I gained my level 3 diploma in childcare. Soon after, I had my daughter and then began to nanny which I have continued to do ever since.
I now have a son as well who will be coming along with me to Puffins and although I have taken a step back from full-time childcare, it is still a huge passion of mine and I am looking forward to being in that environment again and seeing all your littles ones thrive!
Job Title: Third in Charger, Baby room Room Leader
Joined: 2022
- Shared Baby Room Leader.
- BA Hons in Early Years Education and Leadership.
- Paediatric First Aid trained.
I have been working in Childcare for 12 years and have previous experience working as a Baby room and Preschool room leader, and Third in charge, and I have been a private Nanny for the last 4 years.
I am excited to be working at Puffins and being back in a Nursery setting and getting to know all the children. I love being able to support children in their learning and development and love being back as part of a team.
Job Title: Baby Room Room Leader
Joined: 2020
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in the Children and Young People Workforce
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Hello, my name is Natalie, I am the senior in the Baby Room. I have been working in Childcare for over 10 years with experience being a Nanny and working in different Nursery settings. I am really looking forward to getting stuck in creating activities for the children to explore! And working with the team here at Puffins.
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2021
Hi! My name is Jazz, I completed my Level 2 qualification in college and I am currently completing my Level 3 at Puffins. I did my work placement in a nursery for college and it made me realise I love the role of nursery practitioner! I am based in both the baby room and preschool.
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2021
I am Olivia and I enjoy going on long walks, working out, drawing and watching the F1. I wanted to work at Puffins because it looked like such a lovely, friendly environment for me to begin my career in Childcare. I have just started my Level 2 Early Years Educator course which I am so excited to get stuck into!
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2021
Hi, I am Alice and I have worked in childcare for over 8 years now. I have a little boy called Finn and we love exploring around the countryside. I really enjoy working with children, seeing them grow and develop and more of all having fun! I cannot wait to meet all of you.
Job Title: Pre-School Room Leader
Joined: 2019
I am level 3 qualified. I absolutely love seeing and being part of children's development. I enjoy getting messy and using a range of resources to make activities exciting and fun! I have been at Puffins since 2019, recently I have taken on a Private Nannying role so I will be doing that alongside my new role here at Puffins as SENDco support.
Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2021
I am really excited to join and work with all the amazing children at Puffins. With previous experience as a nanny for a couple of years, I'm really looking forward to starting my childcare course and kick-starting my career in childcare. I love arts and crafts and can't wait to make some beautiful creations with the children!
Job Title: Senior Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2022
My name is Tom and I have been a practitioner for over 20 years in different areas of education including nursery, schools, and being an assessor. I have enjoyed developing the children's prime areas in readiness for school. I have two children called Florrie and Albie and I enjoy going to watch Brentford FC. I am looking forward to starting my puffins journey.
Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2024
After graduating from University in the summer, I joined Puffins as a bank staff. I enjoyed it so much that I decided to join full-time in September. I have loved getting to know the children thus far and am so excited to continue my journey at Puffins.
Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2024
After graduating from University in the summer, I joined Puffins as a bank staff. I enjoyed it so much that I decided to join full-time in September. I have loved getting to know the children thus far and am so excited to continue my journey at Puffins.
Job Title: Nursery Cook
Joined: 2023
Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety.
With 16 years of experience in the catering trade and a background in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Sari brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Her dedication to providing the best food possible has already been appreciated by our little charges! In her free time, she is passionate about creating alternative remedies and practising Reiki. Sari expresses her creativity through her food, painting, and gardening. Sari has a special place in her heart for rescue dogs and currently shares her home with Nemo, a 10-year-old Jack Russell/Corgi mix along with 2 of her 3 children. Sari also has a green thumb and dedicates time to cultivating her garden. Originally from across the pond in America, she's called the UK home for an impressive 26 years!
Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2023
I have just left school and I am eager to pursue a career in early years to help children excel in their first years of development. I will be covering all rooms, and look forward to getting to know all the children and parents in the setting
Job Title: Assistant Early Years Practitioner
Joined: 2023
I have just left school and I am eager to pursue a career in early years to help children excel in their first years of development. I will be covering all rooms, and look forward to getting to know all the children and parents in the setting
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