My little girls been going to Toftwood Little Owls now for a year and a half, she absolutely loves it there. Her key workers have been amazing, the whole journey to nursery she's saying she wants to give her key worker a big cuddle. She also learns so much, she comes home with new skills almost every session!
My little girl joined the nursery at 11 months old and has been going for 8 months now. Initially I felt nervous returning to work and settling her into nursery but also wanted her to experience being around other children and caregivers to learn some independence and confidence. Little owls toftwood, in particular Sarah-Beth who was her first key worker was incredibly patient, informative and reassuring, always greeting us with a smile. I felt like she would be in great hands from the first visit, despite it being a hard transition it’s one of the best things we’ve decided to do and our little girl loves it. All of the staff here in my opinion (Amy, Charlotte, Georgia, Maddie, chef Annie!) do a fantastic job and provide regular updates on tapestry so that I feel I can check in on her day whilst at work (super helpful!) I also want to mention how well I found the introduction/settling period. From my initial tour, to paperwork and the information provided to the first meeting I had with a key worker to discuss routine etc, everything was exactly as I had wished for, overall it feels as though every child’s needs are catered for and if certain things need to be accommodated, the staff make it feel no trouble at all.
My 3 year old boy loves the nursery. He settled in very quickly , is always keen to go and very happy when being picked up. He has learn a lot and I can see massive improvement in his speech, education and behaviour. He is also very independent and wants to get dressed /undress by himself. He always says positive things about the nursery and friends.
Edit.......since leaving this review I have had my daughter attend the nursery too. Its is still fantastic and would give them 5 stars. My daughter had a rough few sessions at the start where she cried every time I dropped her off. Her key person at the time was brilliant and helped her in and she went in at her own time, no rushing. Fast forward a couple of years she will be leaving soon to start full time school. She has had a great beginning of her education at littleowls, they have helped her to become the confident out going little lady that she is. Also even though my older son didn't attend the nursery (we didnt live in the area at the time) the staff are always friendly and engage in a conversation with him if he is excited to speak about his day when he comes with me to collect his sister. I 100% recommend littleowls to anyone. They have been fantastic for my children. My son is currently attending Little Owls Day Nursery. He has been at the nursery now for 14 months. He absolutely loves going there. Me and my son have a great relationship with his key worker and all of the other staff. I love getting the updates on Tapestry, it's great seeing what he has done. He receives a variety of freshly cooked food for his lunch. I would 100% recommend this nursery. (Vicky Gray)
One of our little Girls- Poppy spent the year before going to school at little owls in Barn owls- she had fantastic key workers that helped her settle in so quickly, also the transition to school was made seamless by little Owls. our other little one- Daisy is still attending; currently in Tawny owls, she absolutely loves her days at Little owls- she has so much fun! She is learning so quickly and growing into an amazing little girl and I strongly believe this is partly down to a fantastic nursery! The food is always fresh and such a range of food for them to explore and try! They have trips out and go for walks and spend lots of time outside exploring too. All the staff are friendly, professional and enthusiastic- Would 100% recommend you send your little ones to Little Owls!! (Kat Barron)
My Son has been attending Little Owls since September 18 and we all adore it. His practitioners are amazing, and they are all so caring. I feel absolutely at ease when he is there and have been made to feel that way right from our initial meeting with the nursery. Can’t recommend enough!
Little Owls Day Nursery is located at 20 School Ln, Toftwood, Dereham NR19 1LR, UK
You can contact Little Owls Day Nursery at +44 1362 699700
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