Doodle Do Day Nursery

I’m incredibly happy with the way the nursery look after our son. He’s always excited to go and really enjoys seeing the staff and playing with the other children. The nursery is always very informative and let us know what he’s been up to during the day.

I was nervous about my daughter starting at nursery at 9 months old, but Doodle Do and the team have been fantastic. The transition has been easy so I am very grateful. My daughter’s key worker is amazing! she loves her and it makes me so happy knowing she is in safe hands. She has come on so far in the last few months.

We didn’t have an easy start as we moved from another nursery we weren’t happy with. My child was always crying, and communication with staff and management was difficult. After moving here, I don’t have to worry about anything. The manager was amazing and made me feel I did a good decision. My child doesn’t cry, and he really enjoys being there. The staff are amazing. They are doing a great job. I’m happy I place him in this nursery, as its such a relief.

Both of my young children have attended Doodle Do and it is a setting I have the utmost faith in. The staff are extremely accommodating, friendly and supportive and are always willing to help. I find the positive approach and ‘can do’ attitude of the staff welcoming and reassuring especially in times of uncertainty.

My daughter has been at Doodle do for a year, since turning 2 and has loved the toddler room. The staff are all so friendly, kind and warm, and she has made great friends and comes home chatting about her day. Two months ago my son who was 10 months joined too. This was a difficult decision but we wanted him to have a chance to interact with other babies his age as all baby groups have been closed for most of his life. We needn’t have worried. Staff in the baby room are absolutely exceptional. As soon as she took him under her wing, she (and the other staff) have cared for him amazingly. He is always delighted to see her (and she greets us at the door every time we arrive). He comes out full of smiles. When I have worried she has phoned regularly and given updates or sent pictures. His development has come on leaps and bounds and he is standing (and claps himself when he does because that’s what all the girls in the baby room have been doing each time he stands.) We would highly recommend it.

From the first step, I like all staff and the atmosphere. Whoever I’ve met since, now they’re really friendly, smiley faces and look like they try to help all the time. My son’s happiness is so important for me and he seems so happy in here. Thank you very much Doodle Do Day Nursery family.

My boys started in November 2021 and they have had the most amazing time since starting, they have grown leaps and bounds. My eldest is in the toddler room and I’m so proud that he knows the days of the week and enjoys singing it at home, my youngest is in the baby room and has dietary requirements this doesn’t stop him from eating the same food as his peers as the chef is so inclusive of all children’s needs. My boys are happy and this makes me so happy.
The team are approachable and have a warm and welcoming attitude. Handovers are given with detail and care, not rushed.

The staff at Doodle Do are so lovely and I have confidence that they look after and care for my little girl. She has settled in really well and, considering how attached to me she is, goes into nursery so happy! They provide a wide variety of food and seem to engage in different activities. My daughter has learned so much from going to the nursery.

My daughter has been at Doodle Do since she was 9 months old. She settled in very well, the staff are so caring and friendly. She has recently moved up to the next room and also settled very quickly there, where the staff are also fantastic. The food that they have is healthy and varied and the rooms are kept clean. The only reason I haven’t given five stars is because of a couple of administrative issues I have encountered, however these are now resolved and the nursery is under new management.

My twins have been at the nursery for over 3 years. The most important thing is that they’ve been very happy. Loved and cared for by some wonderful key workers. I’ve left a star for two of my child’s key workers. Both are wonderful, kind and caring ladies. Thanks, both for taking care of my babies. They adore you.
My husband and I have not had such a great experience. Staff turnover has been rapid. I believe around 18 managers. Each with a different style/standard. Staffing levels so low at one point we would have to queue around the block at 7 am just to try and secure a place for the children. Lots of agency staff. Need to pay the staff what they’re worth to retain them!
Invoicing is hit-and-miss. Takes months to rectify. Head Office are rude and passive-aggressive. Left-hand doesn’t know what the right is doing.
Communication is non existent. The app is massively underutilised.
Lastly, nutrition is nowhere near what it used to be. I think it’s more budget-related than the lovely Chef!