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The Barn, Penang Farm, Combe Lane, Chiddingford, Godalming, GU8 4XL
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27 February 2025
My son has been at Barnkids since he was just 1 year old he has loved his time at Barnkids, especially the forest school. He has built strong relationships with all staff and I'm sure has made life long friends.
27 February 2025
My son started his journey at Barnkids Nursery and Forest School when he was 16 months old in the Hatchery and is now 3 years old in the Paddock. He absolutely loves his time at nursery. The nursery provides interesting and engaging learning with kind and attentive staff who nurture and care for him daily. The rooms and staff are inviting and cultivate a keen curiosity. Barnkids is unique and my son thrives being outdoors, particularly at Forest School.
06 February 2025
An absolutely beautiful setting, where my child thoroughly enjoys spending time. The staff are warm and caring, and they support my child by cultivating her curiosity and helping her grow and flourish.
06 February 2025
Both my daughter and son have attended Barnkids from 9 months. They have both loved and still love their time there. They thoroughly enjoy their trips to forest school and come home excited to tell me about their days. The staff across the nursery are extremely friendly, caring and knowledgeable. We have been extremely happy with our children's care and development over their last 3-4 years at Barnkids.
17 May 2022
Barnkids is an exceptional nursery for children to learn and grow. Our 4-year-old is just about to transition to ‘big school’, and we are so grateful for the kindness and dedication shown by the staff in helping her to develop into a happy, confident little girl. The amazing outdoor learning that takes place at Barnkids was one of the biggest draws for us, being out in nature and learning about the natural world has developed our daughter's mind and physical abilities, and I love how child-led their approach is. The team were incredibly reassuring during the pandemic, and their hard work to ensure the safety of the children and staff was reflected in the incredibly low cases at the nursery. To be able to leave your child in the hands of people who feel like family is very special, and we’re lucky that our second daughter has been able to start in the Nest (under 2’s), so we can continue our time as part of the Barnkids family.
10 May 2021
This summer will see our second child transition from Barnkids Nursery and Forest School to "big school", we are so lucky to have a nursery like this in our area. We love the "learn by play" ethos and especially the setting on the farm. The space available and the daily Forest School activities were a big draw for us. The owners have done some great work in developing the site further and bringing in some excellent caterers as well. We can't recommend them highly enough.
19 March 2021
My three-year-old daughter has been having such a lovely time in the Badgers group. It is a warm and friendly learning environment and this past month particularly, my daughter has come out in such a happy mood. Thank you to Barnkids Nursery and Forest School for your dedication and caring for her.
03 February 2021
Barnkids is a wonderful environment for children. My 18-month-old has been attending for 4 months and in that time he has come on leaps and bounds in terms of his social skills, communication and overall confidence. Every morning when he sees his nursery rucksack he runs to the door, and when I drop him off he doesn't even bother saying goodbye! His favourite part is definitely being outside; running about in the garden or visiting forest school. I've not met a member of staff who isn't completely dedicated, helpful and willing to answer any question you throw at them. It's hard leaving the most important person in your life with someone else, but when he's at nursery I completely trust that he's in safe hands. The app is really useful, and I get regular updates of nappies, food, sleep and photos of what he's been up to during the week (usually getting very mucky both indoors and out!)
03 February 2021
Our 3-year-old is a changed boy since starting at Barnkids. He is so excited to attend every morning and often talks about his teachers and friends. I’m so pleased with his development, not only educationally but emotionally too. It’s such a confusing time for him but Barnkids has been his escapism. I’m so confident every time I hand him into their care, they really know him and they make an effort to ensure he does things for himself and by himself too. It’s so encouraging and helpful. He loves Forest school and exploring outside. The facilities and service at Barnkids are just fantastic. Any query is promptly answered. Genuinely feels like one big family. Such a testament to the owners and staff, we never want him to leave!
05 January 2021
A wonderful environment, which my eighteen month old absolutely adores. Beautiful outdoor space and you are kept up to date with what your child is up to in detail throughout the day. Couldn't recommend more.
14 December 2020
A wonderfully caring and warm nursery and I couldn't be happier with our choice. My 20-month-old son positively bounces in and comes home covered in muck - a sign of a wonderful day doing lots of fun and adventurous things. They spend lots of time outdoors and have the freedom to explore. His carers are amazing and he's formed really close bonds. His little buddies are gorgeous and the "moments" sent through on the app are so lovely to see. He eats brilliantly and sleeps amazingly on his little mat. Our boy is growing into a confident, chatty, cheeky chappy. Genuinely so happy with the whole team, and on a side note, their handling of COVID and lockdown was exceptional.
04 November 2020
My daughter has been at Barn Kids since she was 9 months old (now 21 months) and during that time she has moved through the Hatchery, into the Nest and is about to move into the Chicken Run. We have had a wonderful experience from day one and my daughter has loved her days at Barn Kids. The staff have always been super helpful and communicative. I work full-time and their wrap-around care hours really work for us; I always feel that I can rely on Barn Kids to support us. I particularly like their use of the ParentZone app which means I get updates throughout the day of meals, sleep and sometimes lovely pictures of her day. She learnt to walk during lockdown and is now regularly spending her days in Junior Forest School, and she will do even more of this when she moves into the Chicken Run in November. The nursery has been brilliant in their communication during Covid. Their Forest School is amazing and has to be seen - the website only gives a taster!
18 August 2020
All three of my children have attended Barnkids and my youngest is just about to leave the barn to go the school. I highly recommend Barnkids. Every room has lots of outdoor space and the forest school is a fantastic addition. The staff are always helpful and supportive of the children. I have been really pleased with their focus of learning through play and not structured activities. All of the children have loved their time at Barnkids.
29 June 2020
Our son has been at Barnkids for 18 months, since he was 1, and is super happy. The staff are lovely, look after the kids really well and give them plenty to do. Our son always looks forward to going, and loves being outdoors, going to Forest School and so on. We looked at a few nurseries before deciding on Barnkids, and I can't imagine sending him anywhere else now - what a lovely start in life for all the lucky kids who go there!
19 February 2020
Barnkids has been a warm, welcoming experience for my son and for me. The staff are patient and friendly and make an effort to be available and update me even when they're clearly busy. A very positive place. One area for improvement is that I think there is a lot of emphasis on free play and more structured activities would be good. But we are very happy.
07 February 2020
The staff at the Barn have taken good care of our little one from the age of 1 to now nearly 3. The forest school is great and our daughter has made good friends and loves her keyworker. The nursery have listened to any questions and tried hard to ensure we are all happy. Thank you.
07 February 2020
Was delighted to find Barnkids for wonderful play in the fresh air and plenty of good care. Highly recommended.
07 February 2020
We have seen our son's character developing over the last 18 months, much of which has been clearly down to the excellent environment at Barnkids. Each week we see something new learnt, with him referring to the names of other children at the nursery. Throughout our son's attendance, the staff have been excellent and it is difficult to find any fault. We are incredibly pleased with his development at Barnkids and look forward to seeing how he develops over the next couple of years.
30 May 2019
Our son has settled straight into Barnkids and loves all the activities. He is an outdoor child, so Barnkid's emphasis on all things outdoors has been a real draw, that said, it's been so much more. We've found it nurturing, educational and a social environment for him to enjoy.
30 May 2019
Fabulous nursery in idylic setting. My daughter now loves being outdoors in all weather and is much more adventurous. She is really happy here.
Latest Reviews for Barnkids Nursery and Forest School
27 February 2025
My son has been at Barnkids since he was just 1 year old he has loved his time at Barnkids, especially the forest school. He has built strong relationships with all staff and I'm sure has made life long friends.
27 February 2025
My son started his journey at Barnkids Nursery and Forest School when he was 16 months old in the Hatchery and is now 3 years old in the Paddock. He absolutely loves his time at nursery. The nursery provides interesting and engaging learning with kind and attentive staff who nurture and care for him daily. The rooms and staff are inviting and cultivate a keen curiosity. Barnkids is unique and my son thrives being outdoors, particularly at Forest School.
06 February 2025
An absolutely beautiful setting, where my child thoroughly enjoys spending time. The staff are warm and caring, and they support my child by cultivating her curiosity and helping her grow and flourish.
06 February 2025
Both my daughter and son have attended Barnkids from 9 months. They have both loved and still love their time there. They thoroughly enjoy their trips to forest school and come home excited to tell me about their days. The staff across the nursery are extremely friendly, caring and knowledgeable. We have been extremely happy with our children's care and development over their last 3-4 years at Barnkids.
17 May 2022
Barnkids is an exceptional nursery for children to learn and grow. Our 4-year-old is just about to transition to ‘big school’, and we are so grateful for the kindness and dedication shown by the staff in helping her to develop into a happy, confident little girl. The amazing outdoor learning that takes place at Barnkids was one of the biggest draws for us, being out in nature and learning about the natural world has developed our daughter's mind and physical abilities, and I love how child-led their approach is. The team were incredibly reassuring during the pandemic, and their hard work to ensure the safety of the children and staff was reflected in the incredibly low cases at the nursery. To be able to leave your child in the hands of people who feel like family is very special, and we’re lucky that our second daughter has been able to start in the Nest (under 2’s), so we can continue our time as part of the Barnkids family.
10 May 2021
This summer will see our second child transition from Barnkids Nursery and Forest School to "big school", we are so lucky to have a nursery like this in our area. We love the "learn by play" ethos and especially the setting on the farm. The space available and the daily Forest School activities were a big draw for us. The owners have done some great work in developing the site further and bringing in some excellent caterers as well. We can't recommend them highly enough.
19 March 2021
My three-year-old daughter has been having such a lovely time in the Badgers group. It is a warm and friendly learning environment and this past month particularly, my daughter has come out in such a happy mood. Thank you to Barnkids Nursery and Forest School for your dedication and caring for her.
03 February 2021
Barnkids is a wonderful environment for children. My 18-month-old has been attending for 4 months and in that time he has come on leaps and bounds in terms of his social skills, communication and overall confidence. Every morning when he sees his nursery rucksack he runs to the door, and when I drop him off he doesn't even bother saying goodbye! His favourite part is definitely being outside; running about in the garden or visiting forest school. I've not met a member of staff who isn't completely dedicated, helpful and willing to answer any question you throw at them. It's hard leaving the most important person in your life with someone else, but when he's at nursery I completely trust that he's in safe hands. The app is really useful, and I get regular updates of nappies, food, sleep and photos of what he's been up to during the week (usually getting very mucky both indoors and out!)
03 February 2021
Our 3-year-old is a changed boy since starting at Barnkids. He is so excited to attend every morning and often talks about his teachers and friends. I’m so pleased with his development, not only educationally but emotionally too. It’s such a confusing time for him but Barnkids has been his escapism. I’m so confident every time I hand him into their care, they really know him and they make an effort to ensure he does things for himself and by himself too. It’s so encouraging and helpful. He loves Forest school and exploring outside. The facilities and service at Barnkids are just fantastic. Any query is promptly answered. Genuinely feels like one big family. Such a testament to the owners and staff, we never want him to leave!
05 January 2021
A wonderful environment, which my eighteen month old absolutely adores. Beautiful outdoor space and you are kept up to date with what your child is up to in detail throughout the day. Couldn't recommend more.
14 December 2020
A wonderfully caring and warm nursery and I couldn't be happier with our choice. My 20-month-old son positively bounces in and comes home covered in muck - a sign of a wonderful day doing lots of fun and adventurous things. They spend lots of time outdoors and have the freedom to explore. His carers are amazing and he's formed really close bonds. His little buddies are gorgeous and the "moments" sent through on the app are so lovely to see. He eats brilliantly and sleeps amazingly on his little mat. Our boy is growing into a confident, chatty, cheeky chappy. Genuinely so happy with the whole team, and on a side note, their handling of COVID and lockdown was exceptional.
04 November 2020
My daughter has been at Barn Kids since she was 9 months old (now 21 months) and during that time she has moved through the Hatchery, into the Nest and is about to move into the Chicken Run. We have had a wonderful experience from day one and my daughter has loved her days at Barn Kids. The staff have always been super helpful and communicative. I work full-time and their wrap-around care hours really work for us; I always feel that I can rely on Barn Kids to support us. I particularly like their use of the ParentZone app which means I get updates throughout the day of meals, sleep and sometimes lovely pictures of her day. She learnt to walk during lockdown and is now regularly spending her days in Junior Forest School, and she will do even more of this when she moves into the Chicken Run in November. The nursery has been brilliant in their communication during Covid. Their Forest School is amazing and has to be seen - the website only gives a taster!
18 August 2020
All three of my children have attended Barnkids and my youngest is just about to leave the barn to go the school. I highly recommend Barnkids. Every room has lots of outdoor space and the forest school is a fantastic addition. The staff are always helpful and supportive of the children. I have been really pleased with their focus of learning through play and not structured activities. All of the children have loved their time at Barnkids.
29 June 2020
Our son has been at Barnkids for 18 months, since he was 1, and is super happy. The staff are lovely, look after the kids really well and give them plenty to do. Our son always looks forward to going, and loves being outdoors, going to Forest School and so on. We looked at a few nurseries before deciding on Barnkids, and I can't imagine sending him anywhere else now - what a lovely start in life for all the lucky kids who go there!
19 February 2020
Barnkids has been a warm, welcoming experience for my son and for me. The staff are patient and friendly and make an effort to be available and update me even when they're clearly busy. A very positive place. One area for improvement is that I think there is a lot of emphasis on free play and more structured activities would be good. But we are very happy.
07 February 2020
The staff at the Barn have taken good care of our little one from the age of 1 to now nearly 3. The forest school is great and our daughter has made good friends and loves her keyworker. The nursery have listened to any questions and tried hard to ensure we are all happy. Thank you.
07 February 2020
Was delighted to find Barnkids for wonderful play in the fresh air and plenty of good care. Highly recommended.
07 February 2020
We have seen our son's character developing over the last 18 months, much of which has been clearly down to the excellent environment at Barnkids. Each week we see something new learnt, with him referring to the names of other children at the nursery. Throughout our son's attendance, the staff have been excellent and it is difficult to find any fault. We are incredibly pleased with his development at Barnkids and look forward to seeing how he develops over the next couple of years.
30 May 2019
Our son has settled straight into Barnkids and loves all the activities. He is an outdoor child, so Barnkid's emphasis on all things outdoors has been a real draw, that said, it's been so much more. We've found it nurturing, educational and a social environment for him to enjoy.
30 May 2019
Fabulous nursery in idylic setting. My daughter now loves being outdoors in all weather and is much more adventurous. She is really happy here.