What Parents Say
"Staff's expert questioning during story times supports children's level of engagement and enjoyment"- Ofsted 2025
"The vast and well-thought-out curriculum is deeply embedded across the nursery and by all staff" - Ofsted 2025
"Children are supported in managing their feelings and behaviour through the effective 'emotions stations'. These provide them with a safe and age-appropriate space to engage in activities to support them to regulate their thoughts, feelings and behaviours as needed throughout the day"- Ofsted 2025
Parents describe the nursery as 'amazing', and the leader and staff as 'exceptional' - 2022
"We can see that our daughter enjoys every day at nursery and has made further tremendous progress in her personal development.. "
"Thank you for all your hard work with the Nativity Play. What stood out above everything else was how much the children enjoyed themselves. They have been singing the songs for weeks!"
"We are so thankful we have chosen the Marmalade Owl to help us raise our little monkey. There are not enough words to express our gratitude for your patience, love, understanding, passion....A huge hug from us"
"It is such a delight to see how much they just love being here and all the super activities. Love the independence at snack time and all the gorgeous friendships. Thank you!"
"Thank you for everything you've done for our son over the past 2 years. It has been a sublime environment for both of us too as parents. We couldn't have asked for a more loving professional and fun-filled team"
"My daughter loves the science and gardening clubs at the Marmalade Caterpillar in particular. In an urban environment I think it is important for children to be part of nature"
"Just to say that our son is getting on wonderfully at Hornsby House. The preparation that MC did with him for big school has been invaluable; he is absolutely thriving and is a very happy little boy there. "
"We are so thrilled that Marmalade Caterpillar have introduced Yoga to the children. My daughter absolutely adores it and practises the poses at home"
"The Marmalade Caterpillar is a brilliant nursery that sets up the children so well for reception.. "
"It is excellent to be introduced to STEM subjects early especially girls. Thank you to all the staff"
"This is such a well-run nursery, full of caring dedicated teachers. The progress our daughter has made over the last year has been astounding"
"Thank you so much for all your help and support with getting our daughter into her next school. We are so grateful, as ever, for your support"
"We justed wanted to send a quick note to say a huge thank your to all the fabulous MC staff for helping getting our son ready for a smooth transition into school life"
"Marmalade Cat is a very special preschool and we have been fortunate to be part of it. You have a fantastic team and we will never forget the wonderful start you have given our children. Thank you for everything"
