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6 The Row, Higham Road, Stratford St Mary, Colchester, CO7 6JU
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04 March 2025
My son has been at Orchard Barns for the last 2 years, and my now school age daughter also previously attended. It is the most wonderful nursery with lovely, caring and dedicated staff, fantastic facilities both indoors and outdoors and great food. Communication between staff and parents is great. My children have really flourished here, making lovely friends and learning lots of new skills. I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough.
26 February 2025
Would give Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary 10 stars if I could. No other nursery compares. Since our first visit, we completed our child's application on the same day. Always a warm welcome by all staff. Each room has been thought through and is full of creativity and creations from the children. You can just see how much children love it there and that's key. Our daughter loves it at Orchard. We are always greeted with a smile and given time to let our key person know how our night/morning went. The staff are incredible, and all put so much time, passion and care into everything they do. Like a home from home. Outside play is always encouraged and the forest school is great. The food is fantastic. The rooms are always clean. They're Always at the end of the phone. We receive updates on the app throughout the day and a full handover on pick-up. They truly care and go above and beyond and I never feel rushed out the door. If you're looking for an incredible nursery, look no further than Orchard Barns.
26 February 2025
I am so pleased to have the opportunity to send my daughter here. She is always happy to go in and comes out smiling without fail, excited to tell me about her day. She adores her key person and is non-stop talking about her. It's clear she receives the best care possible and is given loads of opportunities to explore a variety of activities every day. Thank you so much to all of the staff.
26 February 2025
My daughter has only been at Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary for nearly a couple of months now, but the difference it has made to her development is remarkable. She is one of the younger ones in her room and has picked up so many new skills so quickly from watching the slightly older children like using cutlery and drinking on her own. We enjoy getting updates through the app during the day. She absolutely loves the food, the most common thing we chat about when I pick her up! The baby room feels safe, secure and cosy and the outdoor space is great for little ones. All the staff we have met are lovely and clearly care for all the children they look after. It is daunting trying to find a nursery that you would be happy to leave your child in, especially when they are your first. But we couldn't be happier with Orchard Barns and the initial guilt of having to put our daughter into nursery has completely gone when we know she enjoys it so much and is cared for so well.
12 February 2025
Orchard Barns is the only nursery I would send my daughter to. The staff are phenomenal at their jobs, making sure to give the best care possible. My daughter truly loves everyone there, they went above and beyond to help her settle in. It's clear that the staff are passionate about their job and provide a clean, happy environment every day for the children, giving a warm welcome upon arrival and a full handover about their day at pickup.
22 November 2024
Possibly the best nursery in the area. Our son has come in leaps and bounds since attending. The staff are fantastic so caring, professional and they really care about their job. I would recommend this nursery to everyone.
17 September 2024
We have loved our time at Orchard Barn. The team helped our 3 year old settle in quickly after a move from London. She has since flourished and is a confident, happy girl, who is ready for school.
06 September 2024
This nursery was the only one willing to take my child with physical disabilities and from the first meeting, I knew this setting was perfect. My boy has flourished so much. He has enjoyed his time here so much. The activities are so varied. The support he has been given to develop his skills ready for school can really be seen. They have been a support to me as a parent and my child. They have not let his disability stop him and worked with him to find ways to make it work.
30 May 2024
We have used Orchard Barns for 3 years now for both our sons and we could not be happier. It is the friendliest, most magical place. The staff are caring, hardworking and conscientious. The setting is beautiful and the children are happy, confident and always playing, learning and making friends. We cannot recommend it more highly - the perfect nursery.
19 January 2024
Fantastic nursery. My daughter has been attending this nursery for a year now and is really happy here. The outside space and forest school are wonderful. Seems to take part in lots of varied activities and eats nice healthy meals. Lots of photos and updates of what she is up to are provided over the app and staff are always really friendly and communicative.
18 December 2023
This place is absolutely amazing! The best nursery I have come across throughout my children’s early years experience. Our only regret is that we didn’t find it sooner. The staff are all really lovely and kind. The nursery inside is really clean and has a lovely warm friendly feel. Lovely home-cooked lunches. The garden has recently been updated the place is really well kept and looks like the children have so much fun. My best part about this place though is the staff you drop your child off knowing they are happy and really well looked after the staff actually care about the children and it makes all the difference.
13 December 2023
Thank you for the organisation and hospitality. This day was really wonderful. We received many wonderful emotions. Now I understand even more why my daughter likes kindergarten so much. And because of the updated playground, you can't walk away at all.
20 November 2023
My children have had great experiences at this nursery, and continue to do so. It’s a lovely homely setting with supportive staff, making it somewhere my children have settled into well. The outside spaces are good, my eldest loves her forest school sessions. As the children have grown so has their education and knowledge, learning lots of new information and life skills. Communication between myself and the nursery staff has always been brilliant, they can answer any questions I have regarding my children and the app is kept up to date with the children’s daily activities.
06 July 2023
My Son has settled so well into Orchard Barns; he loves his key person and all the fun activities he gets up to throughout the day that is shared on the app, so I get to see them too. He loves all the homemade cooked lunches and has done great for his weaning!
12 October 2022
both of my children attend Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary and I could not be happier with the facilities and care provided to each of them. Their teachers have a genuine passion and commitment to what they do and I know that my children are in safe hands every day. The app they use to provide updates throughout the day is very detailed amd informative and I love seeing all the photos.
13 September 2022
Our daughter has settlled in very well and is enjoying taking part in some new activities. She is well cared for by the team and we enjoy looking at the updates on the app. She has had lots of yummy meals to try as part of her weaing journey.
11 April 2022
Our daughter loves Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary she gets excited as soon as we pull up outside. She has a great relationship with her key worker. She eats healthy food, and takes part in some excellent activities. We feel extremely happy with the level of care she receives and highly recommend this nursery.
15 November 2021
My son started at Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary a few months ago and all of the staff have been fantastic at helping him to settle in and supporting us both with the transition. The learning and development updates we receive on the app are excellent and help keep us up to date with his progress.
13 September 2021
I have been so impressed with the care and attention shown by the staff. They have got to know my little girl really well in such a short space of time, and it's clear they really understand her personality and the things she enjoys. All the staff are incredibly friendly and professional, and it's clear they are a happy team who love spending time with the children they look after. I'm always delighted to see how many activities they have been doing, and they spend lots of time outdoors.
06 August 2021
From the initial visit and from my daughters first day, we have been very impressed with the kindness and professionalism of all members of staff. The nursery has a lovely, friendly feel, and all of the children seem very happy there. When my daughter was upset at drop-odd and taking a while to settle, I was always kept up to date and reassured, and she very soon settled and became comfortable at the nursery and with the staff. I would highly recommend to other parents.
Latest Reviews for Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary
04 March 2025
My son has been at Orchard Barns for the last 2 years, and my now school age daughter also previously attended. It is the most wonderful nursery with lovely, caring and dedicated staff, fantastic facilities both indoors and outdoors and great food. Communication between staff and parents is great. My children have really flourished here, making lovely friends and learning lots of new skills. I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough.
26 February 2025
Would give Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary 10 stars if I could. No other nursery compares. Since our first visit, we completed our child's application on the same day. Always a warm welcome by all staff. Each room has been thought through and is full of creativity and creations from the children. You can just see how much children love it there and that's key. Our daughter loves it at Orchard. We are always greeted with a smile and given time to let our key person know how our night/morning went. The staff are incredible, and all put so much time, passion and care into everything they do. Like a home from home. Outside play is always encouraged and the forest school is great. The food is fantastic. The rooms are always clean. They're Always at the end of the phone. We receive updates on the app throughout the day and a full handover on pick-up. They truly care and go above and beyond and I never feel rushed out the door. If you're looking for an incredible nursery, look no further than Orchard Barns.
26 February 2025
I am so pleased to have the opportunity to send my daughter here. She is always happy to go in and comes out smiling without fail, excited to tell me about her day. She adores her key person and is non-stop talking about her. It's clear she receives the best care possible and is given loads of opportunities to explore a variety of activities every day. Thank you so much to all of the staff.
26 February 2025
My daughter has only been at Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary for nearly a couple of months now, but the difference it has made to her development is remarkable. She is one of the younger ones in her room and has picked up so many new skills so quickly from watching the slightly older children like using cutlery and drinking on her own. We enjoy getting updates through the app during the day. She absolutely loves the food, the most common thing we chat about when I pick her up! The baby room feels safe, secure and cosy and the outdoor space is great for little ones. All the staff we have met are lovely and clearly care for all the children they look after. It is daunting trying to find a nursery that you would be happy to leave your child in, especially when they are your first. But we couldn't be happier with Orchard Barns and the initial guilt of having to put our daughter into nursery has completely gone when we know she enjoys it so much and is cared for so well.
12 February 2025
Orchard Barns is the only nursery I would send my daughter to. The staff are phenomenal at their jobs, making sure to give the best care possible. My daughter truly loves everyone there, they went above and beyond to help her settle in. It's clear that the staff are passionate about their job and provide a clean, happy environment every day for the children, giving a warm welcome upon arrival and a full handover about their day at pickup.
22 November 2024
Possibly the best nursery in the area. Our son has come in leaps and bounds since attending. The staff are fantastic so caring, professional and they really care about their job. I would recommend this nursery to everyone.
17 September 2024
We have loved our time at Orchard Barn. The team helped our 3 year old settle in quickly after a move from London. She has since flourished and is a confident, happy girl, who is ready for school.
06 September 2024
This nursery was the only one willing to take my child with physical disabilities and from the first meeting, I knew this setting was perfect. My boy has flourished so much. He has enjoyed his time here so much. The activities are so varied. The support he has been given to develop his skills ready for school can really be seen. They have been a support to me as a parent and my child. They have not let his disability stop him and worked with him to find ways to make it work.
30 May 2024
We have used Orchard Barns for 3 years now for both our sons and we could not be happier. It is the friendliest, most magical place. The staff are caring, hardworking and conscientious. The setting is beautiful and the children are happy, confident and always playing, learning and making friends. We cannot recommend it more highly - the perfect nursery.
19 January 2024
Fantastic nursery. My daughter has been attending this nursery for a year now and is really happy here. The outside space and forest school are wonderful. Seems to take part in lots of varied activities and eats nice healthy meals. Lots of photos and updates of what she is up to are provided over the app and staff are always really friendly and communicative.
18 December 2023
This place is absolutely amazing! The best nursery I have come across throughout my children’s early years experience. Our only regret is that we didn’t find it sooner. The staff are all really lovely and kind. The nursery inside is really clean and has a lovely warm friendly feel. Lovely home-cooked lunches. The garden has recently been updated the place is really well kept and looks like the children have so much fun. My best part about this place though is the staff you drop your child off knowing they are happy and really well looked after the staff actually care about the children and it makes all the difference.
13 December 2023
Thank you for the organisation and hospitality. This day was really wonderful. We received many wonderful emotions. Now I understand even more why my daughter likes kindergarten so much. And because of the updated playground, you can't walk away at all.
20 November 2023
My children have had great experiences at this nursery, and continue to do so. It’s a lovely homely setting with supportive staff, making it somewhere my children have settled into well. The outside spaces are good, my eldest loves her forest school sessions. As the children have grown so has their education and knowledge, learning lots of new information and life skills. Communication between myself and the nursery staff has always been brilliant, they can answer any questions I have regarding my children and the app is kept up to date with the children’s daily activities.
06 July 2023
My Son has settled so well into Orchard Barns; he loves his key person and all the fun activities he gets up to throughout the day that is shared on the app, so I get to see them too. He loves all the homemade cooked lunches and has done great for his weaning!
12 October 2022
both of my children attend Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary and I could not be happier with the facilities and care provided to each of them. Their teachers have a genuine passion and commitment to what they do and I know that my children are in safe hands every day. The app they use to provide updates throughout the day is very detailed amd informative and I love seeing all the photos.
13 September 2022
Our daughter has settlled in very well and is enjoying taking part in some new activities. She is well cared for by the team and we enjoy looking at the updates on the app. She has had lots of yummy meals to try as part of her weaing journey.
11 April 2022
Our daughter loves Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary she gets excited as soon as we pull up outside. She has a great relationship with her key worker. She eats healthy food, and takes part in some excellent activities. We feel extremely happy with the level of care she receives and highly recommend this nursery.
15 November 2021
My son started at Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary a few months ago and all of the staff have been fantastic at helping him to settle in and supporting us both with the transition. The learning and development updates we receive on the app are excellent and help keep us up to date with his progress.
13 September 2021
I have been so impressed with the care and attention shown by the staff. They have got to know my little girl really well in such a short space of time, and it's clear they really understand her personality and the things she enjoys. All the staff are incredibly friendly and professional, and it's clear they are a happy team who love spending time with the children they look after. I'm always delighted to see how many activities they have been doing, and they spend lots of time outdoors.
06 August 2021
From the initial visit and from my daughters first day, we have been very impressed with the kindness and professionalism of all members of staff. The nursery has a lovely, friendly feel, and all of the children seem very happy there. When my daughter was upset at drop-odd and taking a while to settle, I was always kept up to date and reassured, and she very soon settled and became comfortable at the nursery and with the staff. I would highly recommend to other parents.