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35 Austen Road, Guildford, GU1 3NP
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03 March 2025
My eldest has been coming here for a year and I am impressed with how attentive the staff are to all the children. They do such a wonderful job in letting them express themselves but also teaching them respect, and kindness along with the start to early curriculum. My child is super happy when they go and when they come home. His father also came to this nursery so it's a family-trusted place for us.
25 February 2025
Drayton House Nursery School is an incredible nursery. The staff are simply fantastic and adored by the children. It is a clean, bright, happy learning environment and I have always known my children are being well looked after.
05 February 2025
Drayton House is a great nursery. Both my children go there and they love being there. Teachers have close connection with the children, they learn a lot and they have great friendships with other children.
05 February 2025
Our little boy started at the nursery when he was just 8 months and from then he has gone from strength to strength. He loves nursery and runs in each morning greeting his friends and teachers with the biggest smile and "hello". He always looks forward to nursery which is what every parent wants in my view. We receive daily updates so we know exactly what he has been up to during the day and I have no doubt he is really well looked after whilst he is there with plenty of TLC available should he need it. There are so many activities available throughout the day and we can see from the photos how much fun our little boy is having with his friends. I've been told the food is " so nice" . The staff are clear and very understanding both in person and over the phone, filling us with great confidence in the nursery. We are often told what a happy little boy we have and I don't doubt that nursery plays a huge part in how he feels and behaves.
10 July 2024
My eldest has attended this nursery since she was a baby and she is now coming to the end of her time in the pre-school. My youngest is currently in transition having started in the baby room. Both my children love coming to the nursery and happily walk in without a backward glance at drop-off. The staff are lovely and friendly and really like children. They have a varied curriculum and always try to make each day varied and interesting. They organise little trips out of the nursery, going on walks to the Downs and seeing plays at the nearby Spike Centre and organise events at the nursery (sports day and graduation for the pre-schoolers). In order to keep you informed they update the app with photos and occasionally send the children home with activities that they are working on in the nursery so you can reinforce the themes of the week.
08 July 2024
Drayton House is a first-class nursery and has been a wonderful place for both my daughters to attend. The attention provided to the children from when they first joined (my youngest started at 7 months old) right through to graduation is of the highest standard. The emphasis on learning, behaviour, and character development and inclusion has been fundamental in both of my daughters' development. The staff really care about the children and having experienced other nurseries before, I can say that Drayton is comfortably the best out there.
17 April 2024
My son has been attending Drayton House now for a few months and he really enjoys it there. He looks forward to going each day and loves all the different activities he gets to participate in. I have seen him progress in areas of his development such as his letter recognition and writing which has been amazing and that is down to his teachers and the staff who provide the best care for him. Very happy he gets the chance to play with other children and he has made lots of friends since starting too.
03 April 2024
Drayton House is a top-notch nursery in every aspect right from the focus on exploratory learning and academics to extracurricular development and the development of personalities in young children. The nursery has been instrumental for my son in so many ways- behavioural development, support with learning etc and I noticed the changes within a few months. We have been to other nurseries, and Drayton House is definitely leagues beyond! Well done to the team for creating such a wonderful atmosphere for the little ones.
28 March 2024
Drayton House is a wonderfully loving, caring and nurturing nursery. My eldest loved her time at DH, the home-from-home feel, with structured learning enabled her to thrive and she was more than ready for school when she started. My son is now following in her footsteps and is loving every minute of being at Drayton House. We couldn't recommend the nursery highly enough. All of the staff go above and beyond providing the best environment for all those who come through its doors.
28 March 2024
Our son started in February and has come on leaps and bounds with speech and confidence, we really can't recommend this nursery enough, the staff and his lead worker have been amazing with us and very attentive to his needs.
28 March 2024
My 10 month old son has recently started at Drayton House in the day nursery and both my husband and I are absolutely delighted with our choice of nursery. The staff are lovely and the nursery has such a friendly comfortable feel to it. Our son has been doing lots of varied age-appropriate activities which he loves and the food they serve the children is excellent. We also love the daily report we receive that tells us what he’s been up to! Although I was nervous about him starting, after only a few weeks I am astounded by the progress he is making and I can only put that down to the great care he is getting - he seems very happy and comes home a content little boy. Thank you Drayton House for making the process of starting the nursery so easy and pleasant for a first-time mum!
20 March 2024
My daughter joined the nursery in January and has been really happy since day one. The settling-in process was seamless. They do lots of fun activities and I receive detailed updates daily which I really like. The staff are so lovely and I am incredibly happy with my choice of nursery.
13 December 2023
My little boy started a few months ago and since the first time he stepped into Drayton House he has loved it. He looks forward to attending each day and throughly enjoys being there, if it was up to him he would go every day! He takes great pleasure in telling us about the activities he has done that day and any significant events he can remember and all the friends he has played with. The nursery itself has such a home from home feel and the atmosphere is so welcoming and friendly. The class sizes are perfect for getting to know each child individually and making sure they are all happy. All the team from office staff and everyone who looks after all the children are simply wonderful, they go above and beyond to make sure the children receive the best care possible. I could not wish for anyone better to look after him and to help him grow in confidence, knowledge and giving him the best learning opportunities and experiences ready for when he goes to school.
05 December 2023
I am thrilled to share my positive experience with Drayton House. They have played a pivotal role in enhancing my child's independence and good behaviour. The transformation in their self-reliance and orderly conduct is truly remarkable. The teachers and staff at Drayton House deserve special praise. They are very friendly and incredibly helpful. The nurturing environment they create has a profound impact on the children.
29 November 2023
My daughter started in the baby room just after she turned 1. The staff in the baby room are so caring and supportive, they will go above and beyond to satisfy our needs. My daughter is thriving in her class, she settled very quickly and is happy to go into nursery in the mornings. I love the variety of activities and the room looks great. The office staff have been fantastic, answering all of our hundreds of questions and very helpful in general. Thank you to all the staff, we appreciate such great care of our daughter.
31 October 2023
Our two-year-old daughter loves her time at Drayton House. The team have been fantastic from the very beginning, going out of their way to help her settle in quickly. They are very attentive to her individual personality and needs and she has progressed so much in her speech and skills since she started. The communication is really good and they are always very organised with every child's individual requirements. With lots of personal touches. So happy we chose Drayton House.
21 September 2023
Our 8 month old has been at Drayton House for a few months now. The team in the baby room have gone above and beyond to help her settle in and make the whole process easier for all of us. Communication from the office is fantastic and they are always happy to take a call from an emotional first time mum! The team have been so patient as we figured out how everything works and the daily diaries are such a great resource. We are keen for our daughter to spend lots of time playing outside so are very happy to hear that there are plans to upgrade the outside baby area. It’s clear that the staff really enjoy working there and that reflects in how they interact with the children. Very happy we chose Drayton House.
07 September 2023
Both my children (girl, now 6 and boy, now 3) joined Drayton House from the age of 1 and moved through from the baby room to pre-school and attended full time. Each room is expertly run and seeing how both children have flourished there has been wonderful. The size of the classes is perfect, the carers are experienced and friendly and the routine and activities are brilliant and fun! Both my children have left ready for school and with lovely friends.
28 August 2023
We've had an exceptional experience with Drayton House Nursery, where our daughter has been attending since she was 1 year old. The caring and supportive staff have always looked after her really well, attending to her individual needs and helping her grow. Our daughter is always happy to go and she speaks positively of the staff members and her friends. The nursery emphasizes educational activities, focusing on all different aspects of child development; from physical to cognitive skills. What sets Drayton House apart is their well-rounded approach and genuine dedication to nurturing children. If you're looking for a nursery that truly understands childhood and aims for comprehensive growth, Drayton House Nursery is an excellent choice. Thank you for being such a positive part of our family's journey!
24 August 2023
Drayton House is the best nursery in Guildford! Our son has been at Drayton for almost four years, from baby room to preschool. Our experience is an extremely happy one. There are no tears at drop off and pick-up is never rushed: we get a great run-down of our son’s day. Drayton offers a highly caring and nurturing environment with an independent feel. The class sizes are small so children get lots of attention. All staff, from the office to the classroom (across all ages) are top-notch, with years of early years experience and training. At preschool, they gently introduce phonics and teach children to tidy up, which helps for primary school. Other cool activities include Catalan lessons, music and gardening! Children spend lots of time in the outdoor playgrounds too. Our son has had an amazing early years experience, and Drayton has given us invaluable peace of mind while working during the day. We only wish we could stay on for another year!
Latest Reviews for Drayton House Nursery School
03 March 2025
My eldest has been coming here for a year and I am impressed with how attentive the staff are to all the children. They do such a wonderful job in letting them express themselves but also teaching them respect, and kindness along with the start to early curriculum. My child is super happy when they go and when they come home. His father also came to this nursery so it's a family-trusted place for us.
25 February 2025
Drayton House Nursery School is an incredible nursery. The staff are simply fantastic and adored by the children. It is a clean, bright, happy learning environment and I have always known my children are being well looked after.
05 February 2025
Drayton House is a great nursery. Both my children go there and they love being there. Teachers have close connection with the children, they learn a lot and they have great friendships with other children.
05 February 2025
Our little boy started at the nursery when he was just 8 months and from then he has gone from strength to strength. He loves nursery and runs in each morning greeting his friends and teachers with the biggest smile and "hello". He always looks forward to nursery which is what every parent wants in my view. We receive daily updates so we know exactly what he has been up to during the day and I have no doubt he is really well looked after whilst he is there with plenty of TLC available should he need it. There are so many activities available throughout the day and we can see from the photos how much fun our little boy is having with his friends. I've been told the food is " so nice" . The staff are clear and very understanding both in person and over the phone, filling us with great confidence in the nursery. We are often told what a happy little boy we have and I don't doubt that nursery plays a huge part in how he feels and behaves.
10 July 2024
My eldest has attended this nursery since she was a baby and she is now coming to the end of her time in the pre-school. My youngest is currently in transition having started in the baby room. Both my children love coming to the nursery and happily walk in without a backward glance at drop-off. The staff are lovely and friendly and really like children. They have a varied curriculum and always try to make each day varied and interesting. They organise little trips out of the nursery, going on walks to the Downs and seeing plays at the nearby Spike Centre and organise events at the nursery (sports day and graduation for the pre-schoolers). In order to keep you informed they update the app with photos and occasionally send the children home with activities that they are working on in the nursery so you can reinforce the themes of the week.
08 July 2024
Drayton House is a first-class nursery and has been a wonderful place for both my daughters to attend. The attention provided to the children from when they first joined (my youngest started at 7 months old) right through to graduation is of the highest standard. The emphasis on learning, behaviour, and character development and inclusion has been fundamental in both of my daughters' development. The staff really care about the children and having experienced other nurseries before, I can say that Drayton is comfortably the best out there.
17 April 2024
My son has been attending Drayton House now for a few months and he really enjoys it there. He looks forward to going each day and loves all the different activities he gets to participate in. I have seen him progress in areas of his development such as his letter recognition and writing which has been amazing and that is down to his teachers and the staff who provide the best care for him. Very happy he gets the chance to play with other children and he has made lots of friends since starting too.
03 April 2024
Drayton House is a top-notch nursery in every aspect right from the focus on exploratory learning and academics to extracurricular development and the development of personalities in young children. The nursery has been instrumental for my son in so many ways- behavioural development, support with learning etc and I noticed the changes within a few months. We have been to other nurseries, and Drayton House is definitely leagues beyond! Well done to the team for creating such a wonderful atmosphere for the little ones.
28 March 2024
Drayton House is a wonderfully loving, caring and nurturing nursery. My eldest loved her time at DH, the home-from-home feel, with structured learning enabled her to thrive and she was more than ready for school when she started. My son is now following in her footsteps and is loving every minute of being at Drayton House. We couldn't recommend the nursery highly enough. All of the staff go above and beyond providing the best environment for all those who come through its doors.
28 March 2024
Our son started in February and has come on leaps and bounds with speech and confidence, we really can't recommend this nursery enough, the staff and his lead worker have been amazing with us and very attentive to his needs.
28 March 2024
My 10 month old son has recently started at Drayton House in the day nursery and both my husband and I are absolutely delighted with our choice of nursery. The staff are lovely and the nursery has such a friendly comfortable feel to it. Our son has been doing lots of varied age-appropriate activities which he loves and the food they serve the children is excellent. We also love the daily report we receive that tells us what he’s been up to! Although I was nervous about him starting, after only a few weeks I am astounded by the progress he is making and I can only put that down to the great care he is getting - he seems very happy and comes home a content little boy. Thank you Drayton House for making the process of starting the nursery so easy and pleasant for a first-time mum!
20 March 2024
My daughter joined the nursery in January and has been really happy since day one. The settling-in process was seamless. They do lots of fun activities and I receive detailed updates daily which I really like. The staff are so lovely and I am incredibly happy with my choice of nursery.
13 December 2023
My little boy started a few months ago and since the first time he stepped into Drayton House he has loved it. He looks forward to attending each day and throughly enjoys being there, if it was up to him he would go every day! He takes great pleasure in telling us about the activities he has done that day and any significant events he can remember and all the friends he has played with. The nursery itself has such a home from home feel and the atmosphere is so welcoming and friendly. The class sizes are perfect for getting to know each child individually and making sure they are all happy. All the team from office staff and everyone who looks after all the children are simply wonderful, they go above and beyond to make sure the children receive the best care possible. I could not wish for anyone better to look after him and to help him grow in confidence, knowledge and giving him the best learning opportunities and experiences ready for when he goes to school.
05 December 2023
I am thrilled to share my positive experience with Drayton House. They have played a pivotal role in enhancing my child's independence and good behaviour. The transformation in their self-reliance and orderly conduct is truly remarkable. The teachers and staff at Drayton House deserve special praise. They are very friendly and incredibly helpful. The nurturing environment they create has a profound impact on the children.
29 November 2023
My daughter started in the baby room just after she turned 1. The staff in the baby room are so caring and supportive, they will go above and beyond to satisfy our needs. My daughter is thriving in her class, she settled very quickly and is happy to go into nursery in the mornings. I love the variety of activities and the room looks great. The office staff have been fantastic, answering all of our hundreds of questions and very helpful in general. Thank you to all the staff, we appreciate such great care of our daughter.
31 October 2023
Our two-year-old daughter loves her time at Drayton House. The team have been fantastic from the very beginning, going out of their way to help her settle in quickly. They are very attentive to her individual personality and needs and she has progressed so much in her speech and skills since she started. The communication is really good and they are always very organised with every child's individual requirements. With lots of personal touches. So happy we chose Drayton House.
21 September 2023
Our 8 month old has been at Drayton House for a few months now. The team in the baby room have gone above and beyond to help her settle in and make the whole process easier for all of us. Communication from the office is fantastic and they are always happy to take a call from an emotional first time mum! The team have been so patient as we figured out how everything works and the daily diaries are such a great resource. We are keen for our daughter to spend lots of time playing outside so are very happy to hear that there are plans to upgrade the outside baby area. It’s clear that the staff really enjoy working there and that reflects in how they interact with the children. Very happy we chose Drayton House.
07 September 2023
Both my children (girl, now 6 and boy, now 3) joined Drayton House from the age of 1 and moved through from the baby room to pre-school and attended full time. Each room is expertly run and seeing how both children have flourished there has been wonderful. The size of the classes is perfect, the carers are experienced and friendly and the routine and activities are brilliant and fun! Both my children have left ready for school and with lovely friends.
28 August 2023
We've had an exceptional experience with Drayton House Nursery, where our daughter has been attending since she was 1 year old. The caring and supportive staff have always looked after her really well, attending to her individual needs and helping her grow. Our daughter is always happy to go and she speaks positively of the staff members and her friends. The nursery emphasizes educational activities, focusing on all different aspects of child development; from physical to cognitive skills. What sets Drayton House apart is their well-rounded approach and genuine dedication to nurturing children. If you're looking for a nursery that truly understands childhood and aims for comprehensive growth, Drayton House Nursery is an excellent choice. Thank you for being such a positive part of our family's journey!
24 August 2023
Drayton House is the best nursery in Guildford! Our son has been at Drayton for almost four years, from baby room to preschool. Our experience is an extremely happy one. There are no tears at drop off and pick-up is never rushed: we get a great run-down of our son’s day. Drayton offers a highly caring and nurturing environment with an independent feel. The class sizes are small so children get lots of attention. All staff, from the office to the classroom (across all ages) are top-notch, with years of early years experience and training. At preschool, they gently introduce phonics and teach children to tidy up, which helps for primary school. Other cool activities include Catalan lessons, music and gardening! Children spend lots of time in the outdoor playgrounds too. Our son has had an amazing early years experience, and Drayton has given us invaluable peace of mind while working during the day. We only wish we could stay on for another year!