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[South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Kiddi Caru Nursery # Kiddi Caru Nursery in Exeter (EX1) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2023) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, EX1 3QS · Devon Number of places 132 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kiddi Caru Nursery Exeter Sowton offers a nurturing environment for children, focusing on holistic development and providing rich learning experiences. The nursery is part of the Grandir UK group, which emphasises high-quality care and education through dedicated staff and a comprehensive curriculum. They promote flexible childcare solutions, including extended hours and support for various government funding schemes, to accommodate the diverse needs of working families. The facility encourages outdoor play and engaging activities that foster curiosity and growth in young children. With a commitment to consistency and quality, Kiddi Caru ensures that all children receive excellent care, nutritious meals, and a wide range of educational resources and experiences. What it's like Children enter the nursery happily. They enjoy their time with their friends and familiar adults and are keen to learn. The curriculum is well designed to support children's interests and builds on what they need to learn next. Children benefit greatly from the supportive interactions from staff. Flexible childcare solutions Accepts government funding schemes Focus on holistic development Outdoor play and engaging activities ## Pricing & funding Fees are invoiced in 12 equalised monthly payments. Charges are applied for 'Everyday Essentials' (including meals, snacks, nappies, and extra-curricular activities) when using government funding. Sibling discounts and full-week attendance discounts are available. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Invoices are calculated annually and split into 12 equal monthly payments. - Government funding covers basic childcare only; 'Everyday Essentials' are subject to additional charges. - Sibling discount is available. - A discount is applied for children attending Monday to Friday. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kiddi Caru Nursery Last inspected 10 October 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children enter the nursery happily. They enjoy their time with their friends and familiar adults and are keen to learn. The curriculum is well designed to support children's interests and builds on what they need to learn next. Children benefit greatly from the supportive interactions from staff. Inspector highlights - The curriculum is well designed to support children's interests and builds on what they need to learn next. - Children benefit greatly from the supportive interactions from staff. - Children behave well and are kind to each other. - Staff meet children's care needs successfully. - There is good partnership with parents, who feel that the new management team addresses concerns promptly and keeps them well informed about their children's learning and care. Areas to develop - 1 develop further opportunities for younger children to speak, listen and develop their attention skills - 2 embed the curriculum and target teaching more precisely to enable consistently high-quality learning throughout the nursery. Inspection #10312873 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50232843) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kiddi Caru Nursery Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10312873 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50232843)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY346334) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kiddi-caru-nursery-ex1-3qs-ey346334) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff encourage children with additional needs to engage in activities. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to meet children's additional needs successfully. Outdoor space Pre-school children use the chalk to draw animals on the floor. They work collaboratively and talk confidently about their markings. ## Parent Reviews of Kiddi Caru Nursery 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ0WehmF_-2Bamaf53JWgRyAVodrmCf-kNVO7-7T7Dc2yN0rQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Ollie Vernon 10 years ago Our little boy loves it. The staff are always friendly and the place is always clean. Great variety of food. Its the best nursery/preschool we viewed around this side of Exeter when looking. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBLW9xX1F3EAE!2m1!1s0x486da3c172aed4bb:0x538aeb475947090d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVMP_O6lJHzlrI5k2R-0IjrNsUtm1MzEu6RQKcTfxsFCnR3BU89pA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Andrei Puscalarga 3 years ago My boy loves it there!! The staff is always helpful and friendly I want to espicialy mention Andrea [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCbnBMSHBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486da3c172aed4bb:0x538aeb475947090d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJLEOYA6QqBrmOonjeCZN0toQUxiG9fBnTuDS0MMMZ70uD44g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Darren Haigh 8 years ago Absolutely awful.do not send your children here if you want them to be happy...staff and management unbelievably negative.id give it no stars if there was an option. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3bS1hR29BRRAB!2m1!1s0x486da3c172aed4bb:0x538aeb475947090d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJuKu6B3xufAAUVHK5e4V7FLB_4TZlGNzaIwZQbVOMptR0_FA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Louis Pym 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRLTViR25BRRAB!2m1!1s0x486da3c172aed4bb:0x538aeb475947090d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWEii2fKA_a_D3jCYw6EqZqPGIqIt84nFYAq_sTFGdioHVqJqxW8w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Liam 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnMHRIaW9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x486da3c172aed4bb:0x538aeb475947090d) Reviews from Google for Kiddi Caru Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6019882543607122189&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2010 - October 2023 Good - November 2021 Good - May 2018 Good - August 2015 Good - March 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Kiddi Caru Nursery ### What type of nursery is Kiddi Caru Nursery? ### What are the fees at Kiddi Caru Nursery? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### Which funding entitlements does Kiddi Caru Nursery accept? ### How many places does Kiddi Caru Nursery have? ## Nearby day nurseries in Exeter Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kiddi Caru Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Puffins At Sowton Exeter · EX2 7LL 5.0(28 reviews) ](/nursery/puffins-at-sowton-ex2-7ll-2516017) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Muddy Boots Pinhoe Exeter · EX4 8JU ](/nursery/muddy-boots-pinhoe-ex4-8ju-2592126) - [ Provider closed 1.0 mi ### Spring Cedars Whipton · EX1 3JP ](/nursery/spring-cedars-ex1-3jp-2856800) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Happy Days Nursery Exeter Exeter · EX2 7XE 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-exeter-ex2-7xe-ey476190) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Ones Whipton Exeter · EX4 8AF 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/little-ones-whipton-ex4-8af-105878) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Puffins Clyst Heath Exeter · EX2 7TA ](/nursery/puffins-at-clystheath-ex2-7ey-ey300223) [See all nurseries in Exeter →](/search?q=Exeter) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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