Description
Contact Information
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Phone Number01234 855492
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Details
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Group/OwnerBanana Moon Day Nurseries
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Person in ChargeZoe Jeffery-Wilkinson (Manager)
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Number of Staff20
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When ClosedBank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care
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Total Places for children69
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Age rangefrom 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
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VisitingCovid-19
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0730-1830
Elsie D
December 3, 2018 at 12:00 amIt was a really positive experience. My daughter’s progress was clearly outlined by her keyworker. It was lovely to see photos and evidence of activities that my daughter has been doing. Staff clearly showed keen interest in her development, always ready to help.
I have been very happy with the progress and support at Banana Moon Nursery. Very good communication.
Kelly M
September 18, 2019 at 12:00 amMy daughter absolutely loves this nursery and all the staff. Her development is coming along leaps and bounds since she started. Many thanks to all involved.
Karen O
August 6, 2020 at 12:00 amMy little boy has been with Banana Moon since he was nine months old and he has loved every moment of being there. He is now two and still as happy. The staff are amazing and he loves them. He is so at ease with them. Even going back after Covid-19 he was still smiling to see them. They were amazing throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and just proved how incredible they are. My little boy learns so much every day. They provide great food throughout the day that my little boy loves. The activities are fun and he will come home now chatting about what he has done. The app is great and updated, providing you with all the important information and also activities the children have been doing, which will always bring a smile to your face. I highly recommend Banana Moon.
Mel P
August 17, 2020 at 12:00 amMy daughter (now 4) has been at Banana Moon since she was 15-months-old. We cannot speak highly enough of her time there. She has been nurtured and cared for every step of the way and under the care of the staff team, she has flourished. Communication is excellent and the knowledge that staff have of the EYFS curriculum is outstanding. We have appreciated their flexibility and professionalism very much over the last 3 years as well as their knowledge of individual children. My daughter has been so happy throughout her time at Banana Moon. It really is a wonderful environment and an amazing place for children to learn and grow.
P H
September 16, 2020 at 12:00 amAfter visiting a lot of local pre-schools. I came to Banana Moon feeling deflated and anxious I was immediately reassured and felt happy and relaxed. The pre-school had such a lovely, calming and welcoming environment and it was the only place I felt confident to leave my daughter. The staff are all very hands-on and nurturing. My daughter is now due to start school, she can read and write very confidently. She can also write her name with ease. I owe it all to Banana Moon and will miss bringing her there. Thank you!
Jolene N
October 6, 2020 at 12:00 amBanana Moon Kempston is the most fantastic childcare facility. My son is happy and thriving thanks to the fantastic team members.
The staff are always so friendly and from the first day have always filled me with confidence that they’re taking excellent care of my son.
The activities they do throughout the day with the children always look like such fun! The updates on the app are great, seeing how much my son is enjoying himself and knowing when he’s eaten, slept, etc. puts my mind at ease.
The freshly prepared meals Banana Moon Kempston offers are fantastic. I was worried that as a vegetarian my son wouldn’t be offered a wide variety of nutritious meals but I couldn’t be feeding him better myself!
10/10, I would recommend for the amazing staff, the great facilities, the meals and the activities they do all day every day! Even through the struggles of the Covid-19 pandemic, their standards have remained high.
R B
October 30, 2020 at 12:00 amBanana Moon has been amazing since my some started last year. It took him a while to settle in but they assured me it always takes time before long he was loving it lockdown hit and he was off for 14 weeks. Taking him back in July he didn’t want to go. But he soon remembered how much he loves nursery and all the girls are there too. I love it just as much as he does.
Victoria S
May 20, 2021 at 12:00 amMy son started here when he was 1 and a half, he started in the baby room and now will soon be leaving to start school! I honestly can not sing their praises loud enough! Every member of staff has had an impact on my son’s development and character, they have not only supported him through his early years but me too! Reassured me when I have needed it and given me guidance when I have asked. They have always respected and given great choices for his diet as he’s vegetarian and dairy intolerant which is amazing! Never left out at snack times or even birthdays! My son loves his nursery and it will be very emotional leaving Banana Moon for us both! I know it’s his next chapter with school but I wish he could stay forever where I know he’s so well cared for and safe. Thank you for everything to the whole Banana Moon team.
Tamia G
May 20, 2021 at 12:00 amMy son has been at Banana Moon Kempston for 3 months now and I have already recommended the nursery to 2 of my friends, who also now send their children there. My little one has the best time at nursery doing a variety of things. The teachers are lovely and always so helpful when it comes to meeting his needs. I am kept updated throughout the day with what my son is up to and receive regular pictures too. So far, we’ve had a brilliant experience with this nursery.
Laura M
May 20, 2021 at 12:00 amMy son started July 2020, an anxious time but due to work commitments childcare was necessary. Communication initially was easy the manager performed a Zoom call tour which was great and she was friendly and approachable. My son settled in so well, I get regular updates when he is at nursery. He is happy to go and has made many friends. Lots of interesting and fun activities are set up and he has developed so well and will be more than ready for the transition into pre-school because of the time he has spent at Banana Moon! Cannot speak highly enough of this nursery.
Amy L
May 24, 2021 at 12:00 amBanana Moon have been looking after our daughter for over three years now and it always amazes me how much she has learnt and continues to learn whilst there (she has even taught me a few things!).
We will be so sad when she leaves this year for school.
The staff are very approachable with any concerns you may have and are happy to help and support with any milestones you are teaching your child at home.
I would definitely recommend Banana Moon to anyone looking for a fun, friendly and caring nursery.
M K
August 31, 2022 at 12:00 amMy son has been at the nursery for a little under a year now and I cannot say enough about the level of quality. My son loves it and has the best days there, they keep us informed and up to date every day and have worked hard on his personal progression with walking, talking and interacting with those around him!
Ramona F
September 1, 2022 at 12:00 amI highly recommend this nursery. Is the best place.
My boy is here since he was a baby coming every day and now he is preparing to go at preschool. The staff are very friendly and the most important is that they really do a lot of activities for the children to help them develop.
My son actually grew here and I was so happy to see him every day coming with new things learned. He never cried in the morning when I dropped him instead he was very excited to start a new day here.
The food is so healthy and well prepared. The nursery is clean and with all that it needs for a little child to grow and develop in a healthy and good environment with lots of equipment and resources. They are very caring and they have safety measures in place
Is the second home for my son, therefore, we are so sorry because we have to leave the nursery thank you very much to all of the staff for all support we received during this period, we hope we will have the chance in future to drop in the nursery and see all
K K
September 2, 2022 at 12:00 amBanana Moon is a place where my kids are happy and cared for.
When you see your children with a big smile and running into nursery to hug their teachers, you know that this is a place where they feel safe and joyful. This is why totally recommend Banana Moon to everyone
L C
September 2, 2022 at 12:00 amOur daughter joined Banana Moon Kempston when she was 16 months old, back in January 2020. From our first visit, we just felt such warmth, the environment is homely, and the staff genuinely love and care for the children as if they were their own. We will forever be grateful for the sense of normality and routine that the nursery gave us and our daughter through Covid lockdowns; we would have been lost without you. Our daughter’s confidence has blossomed beautifully over the past 2.5 years; her language developed so quickly as soon as she joined the nursery. Her social skills and inquisitive nature have been nurtured wonderfully, and she has made so many friends. We are so sad that she will be leaving to go to school in September but so grateful that the Banana Moon team has helped to shape the young lady that she is today and prepare her for school. Thank you for everything you have done for our little girl; she will miss you, and so will we. I would truly recommend this setting to anyone.
S B
November 2, 2022 at 12:00 amOur daughter, now 22 months, has been attending since 11 months. My husband and I are so pleased with our decision to send her to Banana Moon Kempston. There is a nursery on our estate; 5 mins’ walk away. We made the decision, however, that Banana Moon Kempston was better for our daughter and for us, even though it means a short drive.
Since our daughter started at nursery, she has grown so much in every way. Born during the lockdown, and not seeing anyone means she can be shy, but the staff have always been supportive and responsive.
We have never had to worry about what she’s up to at nursery as the staff send updates throughout the day via the app, as well as a handover at the end of the day. We love hearing what she’s been up to.
The staff are also respectful of our individual family preferences – no photos are to be shared online.
We are grateful to the staff for their ongoing care of our daughter and look forward to sending our son once born next year.
B B
May 23, 2023 at 12:00 amI love this nursery, I feel so so comfortable leaving my son in the care of Banana Moon Kempston. He always has a lovely time and I especially enjoy the app where I get loads of regular updates on his day.
Emily P
July 7, 2023 at 12:00 amThis nursery has been brilliant for my daughter. I have witnessed so many developmental stages which have been really nurtured by the team and her personality has been allowed to bloom. They are brilliant with communication and I love the updates they give me on the app. The attitude of every single staff member is nothing but helpful, kind and friendly.
My daughter went from Baby Moons now to Full Moons and I could not be prouder of her and that is with thanks to the staff at the nursery.
Tamara T
July 12, 2023 at 12:00 amBoth my children attended Banana Moon Kempston from 14 months up to 4 years. We loved the layout of the rooms for varying age groups, and the accessible resources and were confident this was the right place for our kids.
The staff are caring and enthusiastic and take the time to get to know the children, build their confidence and let them experience a range of activities and scenarios, from exploring nature, growing vegetables (pre-school), helping make cakes and who help develop a rounded approach which they feedback to the parents/guardians. My children were encouraged to be independent while practising walking up stairs, changing shoes, using cutlery, learning to toilet independently and when the time came, preparing for school. The eldest was so confident starting school as a result, despite none of her friends from nursery going to the same school. My youngest is excited to go after learning about school logos, colours and even visits from their staff. Highly recommend this nursery.
David L
July 22, 2023 at 12:00 amMy son has been attending the nursery for almost 2 years and has never once not wanted to go.
He’s established friendships across all the different age groups and developed strong bonds with the staff.
His speech and confidence around others has developed significantly during this time and friends whose children don’t attend a nursery regularly comment on his progress compared to their own.
The syllabus ensures learning is fun, from painting to cooking and in all weathers inside and outside.
The in-house catering ensures all dietary requirements are catered for, particularly important with allergies.
The app provides regular updates and photos of each day and the staff ensure parents are informed by phone about any slips, trips or falls.
Quarterly face-to-face meetings with his “key person” are held, with ad-hoc discussions encouraged as required.
Perfect preparation for primary school.
I highly recommend this nursery, my wife and I confidently leave our son in their very safe hands.