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Really confused my child and yet still mentions this place, but not in a positive way.\n\"Accidents\" happened, but the way our son has been tormented by them, we feel they may not have been \"accidents\".\nI don't like leaving negative reviews but I wouldn't trust this nursery", "datePublished": "2025-11-28T22:35:59.583027554Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kirsty Langdon" }, "reviewBody": "Don't want to give 1 star but have to so I can post, this place deserves 0.\nSuch a poor setting. Quick to point out problems/differences but not forth coming with advice or guidance. They don't like being told if you have noticed concerns and raise them with staff. DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN HERE IF THEY HAVE DIFFICULTIES (SEN/SEND) THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO!! They have messed our child's head up after 7-8months of stress.", "datePublished": "2025-09-18T10:43:08.417180181Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dean Marshall" }, "reviewBody": "Lovely little nursery. Staff are very caring and communicate well with parents regularly. Parking is the only pain!", "datePublished": "2021-07-16T08:36:09.682777Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Labony Akter (Labony Kitchen)" }, "reviewBody": "Love this place, very helpfull.", "datePublished": "2016-07-26T15:55:31.352Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 4, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Donna DR Riddell" }, "reviewBody": "Really caring bunch", "datePublished": "2017-12-11T14:33:47.867Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/puddleducks-day-nursery-amesbury-sp4-7ax-2805672#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South West", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20West" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Puddleducks Day Nursery Amesbury", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/puddleducks-day-nursery-amesbury-sp4-7ax-2805672" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/puddleducks-day-nursery-amesbury-sp4-7ax-2805672#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the staff team like at Puddleducks Day Nursery Amesbury?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery describes a dedicated and enthusiastic staff team that is well qualified and supported by the manager. 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Number of places 72 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected — Local authority Wiltshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Puddleducks Day Nursery, situated in Amesbury adjacent to Amesbury C of E Primary School, delivers exceptional childcare and early years education within an engaging and stimulating setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery is committed to upholding high standards of care and learning, providing a distinct environment that nurtures children's development both indoors and outdoors. The dedicated and enthusiastic staff team, who are well-qualified, work under the manager's guidance. The curriculum and teaching approaches are designed to foster self-esteem and independence, preparing children to become happy, confident individuals in society. Puddleducks recognises the unique qualities of each child, making this individuality central to its philosophy. The nursery features four distinct rooms, each equipped with its own facilities and tailored for specific age groups: "The Nest" for infants aged 3 months to 2 years, "Ducklings" for toddlers aged 2 to 3 years, and "Ducks" for pre-schoolers aged 3 years until they start school. All rooms have direct access to outdoor spaces, encouraging children to move freely between indoor and outdoor learning environments throughout the year. The nursery is also developing a woodland area at the front of the premises for Forest School sessions, accessible to all ages and potentially to other childcare providers. Our ethos Puddleducks Day Nursery is committed to providing a unique environment that fosters self-esteem and independence, nurturing children to become happy, confident individuals. Their philosophy centres on recognising and valuing each child's individuality. They also incorporate outdoor learning and are developing a Forest School area for nature-based sessions. Forest School sessions Individualised learning Dedicated outdoor space ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around an hourly rate, which is banded by age for children under and over three years old. An early morning session is available, and an additional daily extra-curricular charge is applied. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Early start session runs from 7.30am to 8.00am. - A daily extra-curricular charge is applicable from April 2026. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Puddleducks Day Nursery Amesbury [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2805672)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2805672) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.puddleducks-amesbury.co.uk/) Kitchener Road, Amesbury, Salisbury, SP4 7AX [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.77817/51.17282/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Salisbury - [Day nurseries in Salisbury](/search?q=Salisbury) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=puddleducks-day-nursery-amesbury-sp4-7ax-2805672) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, 7.30am until 6pm (open 50 weeks of the year) Session types 8am - 6pm, 8am - 1pm, 8am - 4pm, 1pm - 6pm, 7:30-8am (Early Start) Age range 3 months to 5 years ## Parent Reviews of Puddleducks Day Nursery Amesbury 3.7 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJI3jaQ39wUCK7X-EwsaiZBAl3UnJbUy36R8ZNzdrpSUPi-Qw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alan Scythe 5 months ago My poor child experienced a negative time here and it has really affected him going forward. Asked for more to be done in order to help him but they were quicker to dismiss and we had to find somewhere else. Really confused my child and yet still mentions this place, but not in a positive way. "Accidents" happened, but the way our son has been tormented by them, we feel they may not have been "accidents". I don't like leaving negative reviews but I wouldn't trust this nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21SMVZubFhRbkpNTFZobU1VOUNTekZuVUZOblEzYxAB!2m1!1s0x4873e5f26b3beecb:0x7884f7acf071791d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI37zKAHBlg3FT84Gr0f5tLXOiSUXeqQTgoEXl_y9BtfJPaLA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Kirsty Langdon 8 months ago Don't want to give 1 star but have to so I can post, this place deserves 0. Such a poor setting. Quick to point out problems/differences but not forth coming with advice or guidance. They don't like being told if you have noticed concerns and raise them with staff. DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN HERE IF THEY HAVE DIFFICULTIES (SEN/SEND) THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO!! They have messed our child's head up after 7-8months of stress. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tndGIwVkVabHBJYmtaNVdsSkJlV2hoTWxSVWJYYxAB!2m1!1s0x4873e5f26b3beecb:0x7884f7acf071791d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVjcqVpHBUcPpaATxghDMVbQdtXq4o0QFVsMSJXB1t7v7HInF8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dean Marshall 4 years ago Lovely little nursery. Staff are very caring and communicate well with parents regularly. Parking is the only pain! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURxMjVqWnR3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4873e5f26b3beecb:0x7884f7acf071791d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJDr47MTdYPPhxhiiYwKb00SHLFHwsVwhUFMJD6kvtIWnL0k_Ua=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Labony Akter (Labony Kitchen) 9 years ago Love this place, very helpfull. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBamZTaURREAE!2m1!1s0x4873e5f26b3beecb:0x7884f7acf071791d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLaSOuYNYCWeTC7XQnIgdk-80FuZnxPzU5oxN9ZaADgJsRThw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Donna DR Riddell 8 years ago Really caring bunch [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRbmZIdUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x4873e5f26b3beecb:0x7884f7acf071791d) Reviews from Google for Puddleducks Day Nursery Amesbury. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8684338303617562909&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history This provider hasn't received its first Ofsted inspection yet. 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