Blueberry Nursery School

Evelyn Webb

7 months ago

My daughter started at Blueberry a few weeks ago, and its been a rough go. This is her first time in nursery, and she's having a very difficult time being left. The team in the toddler room, however, has been EXEMPLARY. They are so warm and so patient with her, and are really doing everything they can to help her acclimatise to the completely new environment. I've spent loads of time in the classroom as well to help her settle, and have been so impressed watching them throughout the day. There are so many processes and protocols in place to make sure the children are safe, happy, and well attended to. If I had to give one critique, it would only be to the onboarding process from the parental perspective. Communication could definitely be better as far as getting her registered and having all of our ducks in a row, but everyone has been attentive and responds quickly whenever I have reached out. Overall, Blueberry Nursery School in Brighton is a warm, cozy environment and you can tell everyone who works there loves what they do.

Reika Nagashiki

7 months ago

Every teacher warmly and lovingly welcomed my 4 yo daughter and 2 yo son, and they truly had a wonderful time. They went to school each day with joy and excitement. There were plenty of teachers for the number of students, a wide variety of play equipment, and we also appreciated the school’s high awareness of nutrition. The “forest school,” where the children could play both safely and wildly, was also very impressive. As parents, it was a relief that basically the only thing we needed to prepare was a change of clothes. We would love to entrust our kids to you again if we have another opportunity. Thank you very much!

Hannah Grue

a year ago

Had my son in Blueberry since 1 yr old, he started well but since they were purchased by Storal they have drastically reduced in the quality of care being offered. The small community/ homely feel and engaging days have stopped completely. Children have been watching films on the iPads and haven't been outside, and are left with apprentices who are well-intentioned but not experienced. Long-time staff have left and the days have been stripped back (No forest school/ outings/ preparation for writing/ social skills for primary school). Staff are agency, as the long-term members have left or felt pushed out for being too costly. Their focus is on profits over provision of care. My son has mild SEND and they haven't implemented ideas to encourage his growth - despite my suggestions and requests. I had hoped that they would find solutions but nothing has happened (Been waiting 9+ months) so I'm now looking for an alternative nursery for my son for the next year before he starts school

Christos Markou

a year ago

Really difficult to describe what a horrible experience we have had with this absolute joke of a company. No actual on boarding process on board with information scattered across phone calls, pieces of paper, emails and conversations in person. Absolute lack of a sense of offering a great customer experience with stuff that seem to be putting their ego before your child's well being. Upper management will not stand by your side and investigate further. As a result.my.child.has been starving, the tiger room team.has been inconsistent with updating us about activities and food and have been pointing us towards the office when we had questions. Similarly the office would point towards the staff. All in all I would strongly advise that you avoid like.the plague.

Danny Passey

2 years ago

Montessori without the price tag. Superb staff. Hopefully they can maintain the high standards after being bought by Storal.