The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

30 Bunting Place, Chapelton of Elsick, Stonehaven AB39 8AN
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The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton offers childcare and early years education to children up to the age of five.

Staff are committed and passionate about instilling in children a love of learning that will sustain them throughout their lives.

Activities at the nursery are child-led and through them children grow in independence and resilience. They are given rich and diverse learning experiences and are encouraged to have fun and explore the natural environment and the outdoors.

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Care Provided by The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Fraser Sangster (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 90
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

Funding & Fees Guide for The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

  • Sibling discount available 5-10%.

The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton Reviews (5)

8.6

The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.645) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton has 5 reviews.

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Review from M L (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at the nursery for just over 2 months and has settled so well / so quickly. The staff made the transition from her being away from us simple - asking for her normal routine, incorporating naps, milk feeds etc.
In the short time, we have seen her grow as a person - this is linked
to all of the various activities that they do during the day. Our daughter is so happy to be dropped off with the staff and has big smiles at pick up too.
Only reason being marked down on value for money is due to us being notified of a rate increase which takes the cost above other nurseries when looking previously - although no information on whether they have also increased since.

Reply from Fraser Sangster, Nursery Manager at The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

Thank you for taking time to review our nursery. It is lovely to hear that you have found the admission and transition for your daughter to the nursery a smooth and positive experience.


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Review from Claire S (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at The Croft Nursery in Chapelton in January 2022, starting just after she turned one. We have found the nursery great; the staff are always happy, friendly, and welcoming. My daughter has made lovely bonds with the staff too and often talks about them once at home. She has always
been happy and excited to go into nursery which I think is a good reflection on how great it has been. The children have a lot of fun each day and do a variety of tasks, games, learning etc. They also spend time outdoors going for walks, exploring, and playing in the garden which I think is great. We have had regular updates and progress reports which have allowed us to get feedback on her development which has been excellent. It's great leaving your child knowing they are safe, happy, and having fun. I could not recommend The Croft Nursery at Chapelton enough!

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Review from Natalie C (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 2 children who attend and between both they have been to all four classes babies - pre-school and I cannot fault any of them. The Croft have been great at growing their confidence and teaching them independence as well as sharing, respect and patience. You can see they truly care for the children
and do their job with passion. Only one negative which doesn't effect the care of my children which is that the owner (who isn't based in the premises) isn't the best "people person" and can come across quite rude but all staff based in the setting are incredible! Highly recommend.

Reply from Fraser Sangster, Nursery Manager at The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery. Its great to hear such wonderful feedback and we are so pleased your children have a great experience at The Croft Nurseries. Regarding your comment on our owner, we have now changed hands and are part of the Bright Stars collection of nurseries. While our nursery remains the same with our individuality and ethos our owners have now changed. Thank you again for taking the time to review we really appreciate it.


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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Due to having to travel for work, I needed to arrange some temporary emergency contacts and adjust some of my child's care days/hours. I felt that the nursery was very flexible and accommodating of this, and very much helped put my mind at ease.

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

My child has been at Chapelton Nursery since January 2024, starting aged 15 months. From day 1 she has been happy, had great fun every day, and her development has been phenomenal. She attends 5 days a week and every day can't wait to get inside. The staff are so attentive and friendly and always go
the extra mile to get to know, encourage and help your child learn. She adapted well to the move from the baby room to the toddler room and sure she will when she progresses again. I can go to work every day comforted by the fact I know she is safe, happy and enjoying herself.

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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.645)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.645) out of 10 for The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton 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 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.8 out of 5 from 5 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 4.867 for The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton is calculated as follows: ( (52 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.867

  • 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 3.778 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton is based on 5 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 = 3.5

    • 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 90 number of registered child places is 18. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 18 = 0.278

  • 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 The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton

What is the Age Range of Children that The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton accepts?

The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton Open?

The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton have capacity for?

The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton has capacity for a total of 90 Children.

How far is The Croft Nurseries - Chapelton to the centre of Stonehaven?

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

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