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Sandfield Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7RH
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01 April 2025
Amazing place. My daughter has progressed rapidly and thrived since starting 3 months ago. All the staff are wonderful, caring and very attentive. My daughter settled very well and loves going. I feel confident and happy leaving her. The food is varied and nutritious, my daughter has thirds it's so good.
25 March 2025
My son recently started at Sandfielt Day Nursery, and I couldn't be happier with our experience so far. The office team has been incredibly helpful and supportive from the very beginning, always available to assist with any queries. The management team, especially the Manager, has gone above and beyond to make sure my child feels comfortable and happy. They even arranged extra settling-in sessions to help him adjust at his own pace, which made a huge difference. Since starting, my son has been genuinely happy and excited to go to nursery every time-it's wonderful to see how much he enjoys his time there. One of our main concerns was my son's eating habits, allergies and sensitivity to certain textures. The manager was extremely understanding and proactive, arranging a meeting with us to create a plan that would support his progress. The collaboration between home and nursery has been fantastic, and I truly appreciate the effort they put into making sure he thrives.
24 March 2025
All the staff at Sandfield have been absolutely wonderful with settling my 13mo daughter into nursery since she started two months ago. She is very happy there - eats well, sleeps well, plays lots and has already learnt lots of things from her short time there. I couldn't speak more highly about all the staff in Ladybirds 1!
19 March 2025
I think a very good nursery overall, lots to do, good menu, good activities for learning, staff friendly, admin team and front desk are lovely. The app is very good to know what child is up to and has done, if slept etc. but can be variable when updated during the day depending on if key worker is present or not. We had a few occasions of nappy not being changed or cleaned properly leading to rash. When key worker moved to another room it threw everything off, which was a shame. I see some staff sat out the back smoking which is both not a good look and a concern about smoke on the clothes/second-hand smoke. Quite expensive compared with childcare elsewhere in the UK. There is also a problem with other parents/carers sitting running cars (fumes) or doing 3-point turns outside the gate.
18 March 2025
I could not be happier with Sandfield's nursery. The staff clearly enjoy their job and are always polite and professional. There is a clear personalised development plan every month and detailed reports on progress. The food is healthy and everything is always clean and hygienic. Most importantly carers form a genuine bond with the children which gives sandfield nursery a personal touch and our son is always happy at drop off and pickup.
18 March 2025
We moved our two girls from a central London nursery in late 2024 and we honestly could not be happier. Sandfield nursery is excellent, the girls are extremely happy and well cared for. Some of the issues we had with our previous (highly rated) nursery just do not exist at Sandfield, it is built for purpose and very well run. As a busy doctor the early opening hours and late closing is so helpful and they have a sensible approach when the girls are unwell. I have many colleagues who's children also attend and who are also very pleased with the nursery.
18 March 2025
Sandfield Day Nursery is wonderful. Our child has been there for some time now and is flourishing. Everyone is caring and focussed on the children's development. Food options are excellent. Outdoor play is part of every day's events. The nursery involves parents with events and fundraising for the nominated charity at the time. We are very fortunate to be able to send our child to this nursery.
18 March 2025
We could not be happier with Sandfield! Both of our children have been through the nursery and our younger child will be leaving to start school this year. We will be genuinely sad to leave; the staff have become like family. Everyone is welcoming, kind and caring and each member of staff takes a real interest in the children they care for. The preschool room is well-organised and there is a focus on building children's confidence, independence and preparing them for school. We would whole-heartedly recommend this wonderful place to friends (we already have, and will continue to do so).
17 March 2025
We have applied for Sandfield as many friends recommended it and this has been a brilliant choice for our little one! In only one month in the baby room she developed so many skills, she learned to walk and feed herself and she became so confident in herself! She has now moved into the ladybird room and she is really enjoying all the activities there. The staff is lovely and always happy to help and support any concerns. The outside space is great and location is perfect if you work for the hospital. I would recommend Sandfield to all my friends.
17 March 2025
My daughter is very welcomed by all staff and treated lovely by all. She has thrived since arriving at caterpillars and is now in bumblebee's. You can see her confidence by her lack of tears and her happiness during the day, she has never once shown signs of distress in moving room's which show's how attentive the staff are with these situations. Sandfield treat my daughter like family and help her grow each day, she constantly comes home learning new things and talking about the ladies in her room.
17 March 2025
We wanted Sandfield for our son because my nephew had gone there and loved it - he started part time at 9/10 months old, and then went full time once he was 1, and the entire experience has been amazing. Though our son clearly found the transition from home to nursery challenging, the staff in Caterpillars have been absolutely amazing in helping him settle, and he clearly has a wonderful time each day. The outside space, the variation in the indoor room over the seasons (the toys and stations available have changed regularly in just the 6 months our son has been there), the timings of the day (necessary to accommodate my job) are all great. Our son eats far more widely than he ever would have with us, he can now use a spoon confidently, and he is so much more sociable - we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sandfield to anyone.
17 March 2025
Wonderful place! Had here my older daughter and now start nursery with my 1 year old. Lovely and taking care teachers, helpful staff in the reception. Very individual approach to each kid meeting individual needs, specially for small ones.
17 March 2025
I can't imagine a better nursery than Sandfield. Everything is excellent: the facilities, the extended opening hours, the individual care and attention provided by the staff, healthy food for the kids, the communication from the management team. Can't fault them! Both our children started nursery at 9 months old and we've always felt well-supported and had so much confidence that they're being well cared for. The kids are being taught about kindness and social skills as well as counting, colours, reading, writing etc. The nursery embraces diversity and they celebrate festivals across all religions and nationalities. Our children love it and the team make our lives easier. They offer government funded hours and tax free childcare and are always so helpful with how to claim these. 100% recommend!
17 March 2025
My daughter has attended Sandfield since she was 9 months old, starting in the Caterpillar room where the care she received was impeccable- nothing was ever too much of an ask and she was truly cared for, the ladies genuinely showed passion and support in looking after our most precious little person. She is now striving in Ladybirds 1, after a very easy transition from her first room. Her development is flourishing and it's lovely to know that the team show such an interest in the children as individuals and meet her needs every time she is in their care.
17 March 2025
Our son is almost 2 and has been attending Sandfield nursery for nearly 7 months. He loves it and we are thrilled that he settled in so quickly. His key worker is fantastic and really helped him to feel comfortable and welcome in this environment. The facilities are lovely, he eats and sleeps well, he enjoys being in the garden and the staff are all really kind and approachable. We would and have recommended this nursery!
17 March 2025
Sandfields nursery is an outstanding nursery with caring staff, low turnover and a nurturing environment. My child loves going to nursery and the staff have been instrumental in helping him settle in when he first started. Never had any problems. I love how attentive and engaged the staff are. Lots of fun and exciting activities for children. Highly recommend!
17 March 2025
Brilliant and exemplary nursery. Hard-working and genuinely caring staff throughout. The management are thoughtful, very organised, efficient and superb communicators with parents/guardians. The children learn in a structured way and are fed nutritious and balanced meals on a daily basis. I could not speak more highly of this nursery.
14 March 2025
Sandfield is a really wonderful nursery. Our 7 month old loves her time there and is very found of her carers who are all very attentive and kind. They have also greatly helped in the weaning process and in helping her work towards all her other milestones.
14 March 2025
A fantastic nursery which my child loves going to. Every body from the lady at reception to the individual carers are great. We are lucky to have our baby boy there. He is excited at the idea of going in the morning and often wants to stay a little longer when we go to pick him up.
14 March 2025
The staff are very loving and attentive- our daughter (2.5y) talks about them constantly. The activities are fantastic - each day they do something fun and stimulating. The food is high quality and they help foster good eating habits by all kids self serving, helping to get bowls out etc. We receive lots of information about how the day goes and you can tell the staff genuinely care about the children. We feel absolutely happy leaving our child in their care as we know how well she will be looked after. Thank you!
Latest Reviews for Sandfield Day Nursery (Oxford)
01 April 2025
Amazing place. My daughter has progressed rapidly and thrived since starting 3 months ago. All the staff are wonderful, caring and very attentive. My daughter settled very well and loves going. I feel confident and happy leaving her. The food is varied and nutritious, my daughter has thirds it's so good.
25 March 2025
My son recently started at Sandfielt Day Nursery, and I couldn't be happier with our experience so far. The office team has been incredibly helpful and supportive from the very beginning, always available to assist with any queries. The management team, especially the Manager, has gone above and beyond to make sure my child feels comfortable and happy. They even arranged extra settling-in sessions to help him adjust at his own pace, which made a huge difference. Since starting, my son has been genuinely happy and excited to go to nursery every time-it's wonderful to see how much he enjoys his time there. One of our main concerns was my son's eating habits, allergies and sensitivity to certain textures. The manager was extremely understanding and proactive, arranging a meeting with us to create a plan that would support his progress. The collaboration between home and nursery has been fantastic, and I truly appreciate the effort they put into making sure he thrives.
24 March 2025
All the staff at Sandfield have been absolutely wonderful with settling my 13mo daughter into nursery since she started two months ago. She is very happy there - eats well, sleeps well, plays lots and has already learnt lots of things from her short time there. I couldn't speak more highly about all the staff in Ladybirds 1!
19 March 2025
I think a very good nursery overall, lots to do, good menu, good activities for learning, staff friendly, admin team and front desk are lovely. The app is very good to know what child is up to and has done, if slept etc. but can be variable when updated during the day depending on if key worker is present or not. We had a few occasions of nappy not being changed or cleaned properly leading to rash. When key worker moved to another room it threw everything off, which was a shame. I see some staff sat out the back smoking which is both not a good look and a concern about smoke on the clothes/second-hand smoke. Quite expensive compared with childcare elsewhere in the UK. There is also a problem with other parents/carers sitting running cars (fumes) or doing 3-point turns outside the gate.
18 March 2025
I could not be happier with Sandfield's nursery. The staff clearly enjoy their job and are always polite and professional. There is a clear personalised development plan every month and detailed reports on progress. The food is healthy and everything is always clean and hygienic. Most importantly carers form a genuine bond with the children which gives sandfield nursery a personal touch and our son is always happy at drop off and pickup.
18 March 2025
We moved our two girls from a central London nursery in late 2024 and we honestly could not be happier. Sandfield nursery is excellent, the girls are extremely happy and well cared for. Some of the issues we had with our previous (highly rated) nursery just do not exist at Sandfield, it is built for purpose and very well run. As a busy doctor the early opening hours and late closing is so helpful and they have a sensible approach when the girls are unwell. I have many colleagues who's children also attend and who are also very pleased with the nursery.
18 March 2025
Sandfield Day Nursery is wonderful. Our child has been there for some time now and is flourishing. Everyone is caring and focussed on the children's development. Food options are excellent. Outdoor play is part of every day's events. The nursery involves parents with events and fundraising for the nominated charity at the time. We are very fortunate to be able to send our child to this nursery.
18 March 2025
We could not be happier with Sandfield! Both of our children have been through the nursery and our younger child will be leaving to start school this year. We will be genuinely sad to leave; the staff have become like family. Everyone is welcoming, kind and caring and each member of staff takes a real interest in the children they care for. The preschool room is well-organised and there is a focus on building children's confidence, independence and preparing them for school. We would whole-heartedly recommend this wonderful place to friends (we already have, and will continue to do so).
17 March 2025
We have applied for Sandfield as many friends recommended it and this has been a brilliant choice for our little one! In only one month in the baby room she developed so many skills, she learned to walk and feed herself and she became so confident in herself! She has now moved into the ladybird room and she is really enjoying all the activities there. The staff is lovely and always happy to help and support any concerns. The outside space is great and location is perfect if you work for the hospital. I would recommend Sandfield to all my friends.
17 March 2025
My daughter is very welcomed by all staff and treated lovely by all. She has thrived since arriving at caterpillars and is now in bumblebee's. You can see her confidence by her lack of tears and her happiness during the day, she has never once shown signs of distress in moving room's which show's how attentive the staff are with these situations. Sandfield treat my daughter like family and help her grow each day, she constantly comes home learning new things and talking about the ladies in her room.
17 March 2025
We wanted Sandfield for our son because my nephew had gone there and loved it - he started part time at 9/10 months old, and then went full time once he was 1, and the entire experience has been amazing. Though our son clearly found the transition from home to nursery challenging, the staff in Caterpillars have been absolutely amazing in helping him settle, and he clearly has a wonderful time each day. The outside space, the variation in the indoor room over the seasons (the toys and stations available have changed regularly in just the 6 months our son has been there), the timings of the day (necessary to accommodate my job) are all great. Our son eats far more widely than he ever would have with us, he can now use a spoon confidently, and he is so much more sociable - we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sandfield to anyone.
17 March 2025
Wonderful place! Had here my older daughter and now start nursery with my 1 year old. Lovely and taking care teachers, helpful staff in the reception. Very individual approach to each kid meeting individual needs, specially for small ones.
17 March 2025
I can't imagine a better nursery than Sandfield. Everything is excellent: the facilities, the extended opening hours, the individual care and attention provided by the staff, healthy food for the kids, the communication from the management team. Can't fault them! Both our children started nursery at 9 months old and we've always felt well-supported and had so much confidence that they're being well cared for. The kids are being taught about kindness and social skills as well as counting, colours, reading, writing etc. The nursery embraces diversity and they celebrate festivals across all religions and nationalities. Our children love it and the team make our lives easier. They offer government funded hours and tax free childcare and are always so helpful with how to claim these. 100% recommend!
17 March 2025
My daughter has attended Sandfield since she was 9 months old, starting in the Caterpillar room where the care she received was impeccable- nothing was ever too much of an ask and she was truly cared for, the ladies genuinely showed passion and support in looking after our most precious little person. She is now striving in Ladybirds 1, after a very easy transition from her first room. Her development is flourishing and it's lovely to know that the team show such an interest in the children as individuals and meet her needs every time she is in their care.
17 March 2025
Our son is almost 2 and has been attending Sandfield nursery for nearly 7 months. He loves it and we are thrilled that he settled in so quickly. His key worker is fantastic and really helped him to feel comfortable and welcome in this environment. The facilities are lovely, he eats and sleeps well, he enjoys being in the garden and the staff are all really kind and approachable. We would and have recommended this nursery!
17 March 2025
Sandfields nursery is an outstanding nursery with caring staff, low turnover and a nurturing environment. My child loves going to nursery and the staff have been instrumental in helping him settle in when he first started. Never had any problems. I love how attentive and engaged the staff are. Lots of fun and exciting activities for children. Highly recommend!
17 March 2025
Brilliant and exemplary nursery. Hard-working and genuinely caring staff throughout. The management are thoughtful, very organised, efficient and superb communicators with parents/guardians. The children learn in a structured way and are fed nutritious and balanced meals on a daily basis. I could not speak more highly of this nursery.
14 March 2025
Sandfield is a really wonderful nursery. Our 7 month old loves her time there and is very found of her carers who are all very attentive and kind. They have also greatly helped in the weaning process and in helping her work towards all her other milestones.
14 March 2025
A fantastic nursery which my child loves going to. Every body from the lady at reception to the individual carers are great. We are lucky to have our baby boy there. He is excited at the idea of going in the morning and often wants to stay a little longer when we go to pick him up.
14 March 2025
The staff are very loving and attentive- our daughter (2.5y) talks about them constantly. The activities are fantastic - each day they do something fun and stimulating. The food is high quality and they help foster good eating habits by all kids self serving, helping to get bowls out etc. We receive lots of information about how the day goes and you can tell the staff genuinely care about the children. We feel absolutely happy leaving our child in their care as we know how well she will be looked after. Thank you!