Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Langland Road, Netherfield, Milton Keynes MK6 4NP
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9.9 36 Reviews
  • Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows), Milton Keynes
Acorn Day Nursery at Hedgerows offers quality day care for up to 48 children aged from 4 months to 4 years old. The nursery is conveniently located in Netherfield.

The nursery's friendly and experienced team pride themselves on creating an environment that is welcoming for both children and their families, inclusive, and engaging, giving children the best preparation for their early years education.

There are purposeful environments set up for children of different ages. The Acorns and Squirrels Room welcomes children aged up to two years and offers spacious playing areas, a secure garden, and quiet areas for when down time is needed. The Oaks room is set up for children aged 3 & 4 to play, learn and explore, also offering quiet areas for children to use, as well as a spacious garden.

The nursery runs Forest School sessions, giving children the chance to explore the natural environment in a fun and creative way and they also organise regular trips out.

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Care Provided by Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Laura O'Neill (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 13
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1145108
  • Total Places for Children
  • 38
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 4 months
    • to 4 years 11 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, 1 week at Christmas & Staff Training Days

Funding & Fees Guide for Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

  • Full time place starting from £1,300
    Full day from £68.00
    Morning session from £40
    Afternoon session from £35.50

  • Fees are inclusive of all meals, snacks, drinks (including approved formula milk), nappies and activities.
    We do not charge registration fees, only a £100 deposit which is refunded against the first month’s fees. We don’t charge for settling in sessions, but we do expect payment for all nursery fees to be paid up front at the beginning of each month, which is standard practice for all childcare providers. We do not charge for bank holidays, our four training days each year, or for the three days closure between Christmas and New Year. We do, however, charge for days children don’t attend through illness or holidays, apart from exceptional circumstances.
    Please view the prospectus on our website for a full fees guide.
  • Parking

  • Parking is available in the Children's Centre car park for parents to drop off/collect. There are designated disabled parking bays.


Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) Reviews (36)

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Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.895) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) has 36 reviews.

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Review from Lea M (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our toddler receives at Acorn Hedgerows Family Centre this last 2 months.
From the very first visit, the staff made us feel welcomed and reassured us with their warmth and professionalism. A special thank you to five ladies in particular -you are truly
amazing! Apologies if we missed anyone, but please know that you all play a vital role in making this place so special.
We love that the caregivers genuinely understand the needs of toddler and are always patient, gentle, and engaging. It's clear that they are not just doing a job-they are passionate about what they do. Communication through the app is excellent, and we always feel in the loop with updates on our toddler progress and daily experiences. It's such a relief to know our little one is in such capable hands. We wholeheartedly recommend Acorn Hedgerows Family Cen. to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their child.

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it.


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Review from Lauren W (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolute outstanding nursery! All staff are amazing, lovely and friendly.
My daughter absolutely loves going to them which shows me how well she is treated, get regular updates and reviews which makes me feel more comfortable with how she is doing. Honestly couldn't recommend this nursery enough,
thank you so much for everything you do!

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you for your feedback Lauren, we really appreciate it.


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Review from Jess B (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Acorn Day Nursery is incredible, the staff are so lovely and cater so well to my child's additional needs.
Staff are amazing with him and with me, they offer so much support and just listen to every minor detail.
My son has progressed and developed so much since starting at Acorn and I am so happy
he attends there.

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you for your feedback Jess, we really appreciate it.


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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has only been attending the nursery for a few weeks now but has settled in so well. The staff have made him feel so comfortable and safe that within the first few sessions, he was running in excited to be at nursery.

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you for your feedback Cilla, we really appreciate it.


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Review from Honey R (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in September and he's loved it, the staff are lovely with him and he's always coming home and talking about what he did and what he ate.
He's learned a lot from his sessions in nursery and it's helped him loads in progressing in all areas and aspects.

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you for your feedback Honey, we really appreciate it.


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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves coming to Acorn Nursery. The staff are always polite and always willing to help if we are stuck for childcare.
He was very nervous and scared to start this nursery as we had a bad experience with his nursery before but everyone was very welcoming and they comforted both of us as we were
both nervous as his other nursery was a bad experience.
Overall an amazing nursery.

Reply from Laura ONeill, Nursery manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

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Review from Lorena R (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am really pleased with the nursery and staff, my daughter really enjoys and she plays a lot. She is always happy to go. The staff are friendly and caring and would highly recommend you to choose this place for your child.

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Review from Zoe C (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Acorns Neatherfield is a warm, caring and friendly nursery. My daughter loves it here, especially the sensory room.
We went and viewed about 7 nurseries and Acorns was a clear winner, I would highly recommend it.

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Review from Lynda A (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the progress my child has made since attending this nursery. She has shown significant improvement in learning to do things independently, which has been wonderful to see. The staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely care about my child. The environment at the nursery
is warm and welcoming, providing a great space for children to learn and grow. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a supportive and nurturing place for their child.

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Review from V S (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nearly 13-month-old baby has been going since she was 7 months old. She absolutely loves it! The staff are so loving and nurturing! I work within children's social care and I am really fussy! The staff go above and beyond and also keep me informed. Some days when I miss her I'll ask them to send
me a picture while I am grabbing a coffee and it makes my day! She adores the staff and has developed so much! Thank you all! It's the hardest thing to leave your children with someone else but I feel completely at ease!

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Review from Lauryn G (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl starting nursery was a big step for me and her! I was extremely nervous but the staff made me feel reassured and comfortable. I get regular updates about her day what she's doing, what she's eating, and a lot more. I have full trust and confidence in this nursery and absolutely recommend
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Review from J O (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the teachers were welcoming and I was attended to with what I needed. My daughter has been changed since she started the school and very impressed with the way the teachers are helping her.

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Review from B L (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy and so is my daughter.

Reply from Charlotte Lee, Admin at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you so much for your review we really appreciate it. Kind Regards


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

Starting nursery was a massive challenge for my boy and me but Acorns made it such an easy transition for us the staff have been amazing with us both, his speech has come so far and his physical skills, the nursery are amazing at keeping me updated and helping with the anxiety of leaving him. I'm very
happy we picked Hedgerows.

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Review from Abbie C (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm so thankful for the staff at this nursery helping my boy to grow so much! The staff have helped me out amazingly and I couldn't be more grateful! Ever since my boy first started any worries or fears that I had with him attending nursery have disappeared.

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Review from M F (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff at Acorn at Hedgerows have been amazing. They are great with communication and also during difficult times they are very helpful and understanding. My son has been thriving at the nursery and he is so happy there!

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Review from Alina C (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with my little one nursery with a great team of professional and supportive staff members. He enjoys the variety of activities (messy plays, plenty of eco-friendly activities and outdoor-orientated activities) which change daily to keep it fresh and interesting. Lots of outdoor play to
help them burn off some energy the nursery has everything you could hope for in a warm and engaging setting for any child and very important is the healthy fresh food offered daily. My experience when coming to the nursery is excellent, my child has become a bubbly, excited little boy and he comes out learning new things and has come out of his shell. He loves the staff who work here.

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Review from Camelia B (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A friendly place with well-trained staff, now I don't have any emotions to take the second girl there because I know I'm leaving her in good hands, hands that know how to hug, love, argue and create wings for children. The big one will soon take flight from the nursery nest but she will definitely miss
the place.
I recommended the nursery and I will recommend it because it is so nice to know that you have a place where your child learns, grows, makes friends and feels super good.

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Review from Megan K (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son really struggled to leave me and took him a while to settle into nursery, but he is absolutely thriving now, his speech has come on leaps, he has the best time at nursery and is so excited to tell me about all the fun things he gets up to and all the yummy food he eats! I get amazing updates
of the things he has been doing at nursery and I feel totally comfortable leaving him.
The staff are all super friendly and welcoming and my son has formed some lovely friendships with the staff & children in the nursery.

Reply from Ravenne Richards-Holness, Manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Hi Megan,
Thank you for your kind words, we are happy to have your son here with us at Acorn.


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Review from Charlie G (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After being let down by another nursery last minute my son was left without a place to start and heartbroken as we had done all the prep to get him ready. Thankfully Acorn stepped in and saved the day the admissions process took less than a week from applying to settle sessions because the nursery manager
and admin went above and beyond to make it a quick easy process which we are so grateful for. My son absolutely loves attending here every time he comes home he doesn’t stop talking about his teachers and friends and every morning (even Sundays) he asks if it’s school yet which shows me his key workers and other teachers in the room are doing an amazing job. I have never felt more relaxed in leaving my little one in someone else’s care and the app is brilliant for keeping me up to date while he is there. I highly recommend Acorn and will definitely be sending my daughter to.

Reply from Ravenne Richards-Holness, Manager at Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

Thank you so much for trusting us with your son, we are happy that we were able to mend your broken hearts. We are looking forward to having your daughter in the future.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.895)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.895) out of 10 for Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.895 for Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) is calculated as follows: ( (351 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 389 Ratings = 4.895

  • 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 Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) is based on 33 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 38 number of registered child places is 7.6, which has been reached with 33 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 (3)

Laura

Laura O'Neill

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2021

Laura has been working in the Early Years for over 15 years and has recently graduated with a BA (HONS) in Early Years Studies. She also holds an Early Years Teacher Status and is passionate about providing better outcomes for children.


She strives to provide quality care and education to the families in her care. Outside of work, she loves spending quality time with her family and friends.


Leigh

Leigh Bristow

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2016

Leigh - Deputy Manager


Charlotte

Charlotte

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2024

Administrator


Frequently Asked Questions about Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows)

What is the Age Range of Children that Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) accepts?

Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) Open?

Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) 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 Day Nursery (Hedgerows) have capacity for?

Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) has capacity for a total of 38 Children.

How far is Acorn Day Nursery (Hedgerows) to the centre of Milton Keynes?

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

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