Testimonials

Take a look at what the parents of the children in our care have to say about our Royston Day Nursery. We hope you’ll find these nursery reviews useful.

My son is very settled at the preschool and is happy to come in in the mornings. All the staff are very good with him and since starting his speech has improved lots as well as his manners!

JK (Parent of Child)

My daughter absolutely loves coming to nursery, she has built some lovely relationships with the staff and they have taken so much time to get to know her. My daughter initially settled well, but since moving rooms she has been supported well in her transition. She is offered a wide range of fun, stimulation activities all of which she enjoys, she is learning something new all of the time! I can’t thank Bumpkins enough for the care they give her.

KO (Parent of Child)

Bumpkins Nursery in Whaddon- Can’t recommend highly enough.

HX (Parent of Child)

Bumpkins is wonderful, going to really miss the team when my little one leaves in September!

KS (Parent of Child)

Such a wonderful place! Their communication is brilliant!

LH (Parent of Child)

I have had a very positive experience of Bumpkins. My youngest daughter was a lockdown baby, so I was very nervous leaving her. All he staff were brilliant with her, even though I was super nervous she settled amazingly! Staff have gone out of their way, making me feel comfortable and the settling in sessions were amazing. I love that I get regular pictures of both my girls and my eldest doesn’t want to leave at he mend of the day. The resources they use are fab and my girls love the activities. I am very pleased with my choice of nursery.

SD (Parent of Child)

L is now 3 years old and has been with Bumpkins since she was 4 months old. “she loves making artwork to bring home and it is pinned in various placed around the house. I’d describe Bumpkins as friendly, welcoming and a very safe place to be” When we asked our daughter what her favourite food is, she replied with “jam sandwiches”  – not quite the reply we’d been expecting, but we’re pleased that she could answer so quickly and eloquently!

R (Father of Child)

A told us that she thinks the outdoor space is “super”, that her son “loves seeing the tractors every day”, that “every a problem for the staff and they are all enthusiastic and full of energy”.

Mother of Child

E has been with you since she was eight months old and turns three tomorrow so it’s been a big decision for us to make!  She started in the Red Tractor room, went through to Yellow Combines and is now in Orange Scarecrows, so she has got to know the whole nursery.  We have been so grateful for the care received and feel blessed that such an amazing nursery was available to us. Being new to the area with no family able to help out and having just lost my mother, we were totally reliant on Bumpkins in the early days to ensure I had a break and could then be a better mummy. I personally feel very sad about parting company but E has moved on and before we know it will be at school! With many thanks and best wishes to you and the incredible Bumpkins team

Mother of Child

Leaving your children to go to work is a terrifying prospect but with both my children the experience was made much less painful by the wonderful support of all the staff at Bumpkins. There is a truly nurturing feel to the nursery, and my children have always been made to feel special. My fears were never made to feel silly, and there has always been someone on the end of the phone to tell me how the children are getting on during the day or answer any questions I have. As a teacher, I have always been impressed by the social skills the children learn at Bumpkins and what they do during the day; playing outside, learning creatively, laughing, having fun. The most important thing to me is that my children are happy, and in an environment where they feel safe whilst I’m not with them.  Bumpkins has great pastoral care and my children absolutely adore the adults who care for them, and support them in their development. I can’t ask for anything more.

RP (Mother of Child)

I had my first parents evening for my daughter last night & I almost cried to be told how lovely & caring she is towards other babies & how incredibly well she is doing for her age. I’m soo pleased for her and also a thank you to bumpkins for being there as well to help her became a lovely girl that she is. Thank you again.

Parent of Child

It was H’s last day today and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to all at Bumpkins for caring for Harry over the past 4 years. He goes off to school a happy, confident and cheeky chap and Bumpkins have played a huge part in that. When you have a child with a disability you have all the usual anxieties and worries plus the other stuff… Bumpkins have been brilliant – enabling and encouraging H to fulfil his potential whilst providing exactly the right amount of support he has needed. As parents we value the relationships and trust we have built up with staff over the years.

C (Mother of Child)

D had his last day at Bumpkins yesterday – and he zipped out of the door with his usual grin and not so much as a backwards glance. I just wanted to say thank you very much for all the care and kindness you have shown to D during his four years with you – right through from his time in the Baby room. He has enjoyed himself so much at Bumpkins – especially at the Preschool Unit – and you have prepared him so well for his next adventures in life as he starts at Big School in September. Thank you

Parent of Child

Leaving your children to go to work is a terrifying prospect but with both my children the experience was made much less painful by the wonderful support of all the staff at Bumpkins. There is a truly nurturing feel to the nursery, and my children have always been made to feel special…The most important thing to me is that my children are happy, and in an environment where they feel safe whilst I’m not with them.  Bumpkins has great pastoral care and my children absolutely adore the adults who care for them, and support them in their development. I can’t ask for anything more.

RP (Mother of Child)

I cannot say enough good things about this nursery… The staff are outstanding; always available, caring, ready to engage with both parents and children… The care is flexible, tailoring to the parents preferences as much as possible, in terms of feeding styles, sleep patterns, etc. A wonderful range of activities is enjoyed by children in all rooms. The staff in the baby room are excellent at helping you managing that difficult, emotional process of settling your baby and leaving them. And all the children seem so content and happy. Could not be happier with this provision.

Parent Of Child

It’s going to be the end of a very long period. We’ve kind of been in and out of Bumpkins for 8 years now. They’ve had a wonderful time here.

T (Father of Child)

What Our Parents Say

When leaving our daughter for the first time we were reassured and supported every step of the way. My daughter comes out of nursery happy after having her feedback and it's amazing how they adapt to each child's needs. She enjoys looking at her learning journey with us, saying what she is doing in the pictures. The setting is calm and welcoming, the staff are enthusiastic and caring . Bumpkins has endless opportunities for my daughter to explore and learn in a natural curiosity way. She has made lovely bonds with the grownups already; she has settled so quickly and that is down to the amazing team and managers that support her and help her thrive!

PA (Mother of Child)

Very talented and caring staff. My son really loved this nursery. He learnt a lot in all aspects from communication, relationship building, being independent, to learning maths, shapes, letters, word, sentences etc. Really pleased with the development. Thanks to all the lovely staff, you are all the best.

Vaibhav H (Father of Child)

My daughter has been in the nursery since the Baby Room. It has been an incredible journey. Now she is in the pre-school and every day she is excited to go to the nursery. She loves the staff, her key worker, the other kids, the setting (especially the garden). She really enjoys all the activities organised through the week/day. She enjoys and has fun while learning. The staff encourage and support multilingual families making the kids feel proud they can speak more than one language. Now the staff are also getting her ready to go to school this September. The staff have always been amazing, very approachable, flexible and caring.

B C (Father of Child)

The staff are so kind and caring, they all know my daughter even those in different rooms. She skips in to see them every day and they are as excited as me when she does new things. It's a home away from home.

H G (Mother of Child)

I can't thank the staff enough for giving me peace of mind when my child is with them. The number and variety of activities each day is amazing and the fact they manage to get in the garden or go on trips - even in winter is fantastic. My child's development is streets ahead of his peers who don't attend nursery.

S H (Mother of Child)

The nursery has a lovely nurturing and vibrant atmosphere which my son loves. There is plenty of space for him to explore and learn via the vast range of toys and equipment they have. I know he is well cared for. I am always well informed and I work together with the nursery staff to give my son the best possible experience.

Claire F (Mother of Child) 

The care, consideration and attention my son receives is exemplary. Staff pay attention to his strengths and weaknesses and verbalise them to us and ideas for developing them are implemented. All staff demonstrate an excellent attitude and have excellent relationships with their designated children.

A D (Father of Child)

The staff were warm, caring and professional and the facilities are great. We felt like our daughter was part of a big family. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all working there.

E S (Mother of Child)

I have been impressed by the level of care given to my son since he started. The daily warm welcome of the staff makes both children and parents alike feel at ease. Seeing the smile on my boy's face as we drive into the car park is proof enough for me that the team are doing something right.

Alexander M (Father of Child)

My little girl has recently started and is absolutely loving her time at nursery. The settling in sessions were brilliant and really helped put my mind at ease, especially with me starting back at work. The ladies in the Baby Room are super friendly and enthusiastic and I can't thank them enough for their support in what could have been quite an emotional rollercoaster.

G W (Mother of Child)

Once I drop my son off into the Baby Room, I feel he's as safe and as well looked after as I do at home.

Laura R (Mother of Child)