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Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

A nurturing and creative environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn through play

Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 18:30
Age: 0 - 60 months
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About Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

  • Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School is an OFSTED GOOD (2024) nursery in Marlow, on Victoria Road near the Doctors House Surgery and a 5-minute stroll to the town centre. Our small, family-feel nursery in a converted British Red Cross hall (opened by Lady Ann Redgrave in 2011) cherishes children from 6 weeks to 5 years, blending EYFS magic with personalised care that makes every child feel profoundly safe and seen.

  • Our light, airy rooms sparkle with imaginative resources, guiding little explorers through play that builds independence and wonder in a truly nurturing embrace. Our highly trained team prioritises emotional security, turning everyday moments into profound growth opportunities.

  • Our expansive garden captivates with a pirate ship, treetop walkway, balancing beams, preschool patch and mud kitchen, where real-world adventures spark creativity and self-reliance. From veggie tending to bold climbs, outdoor immersion fosters joyful, resilient learners year-round.

  • Could Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School be the intimate Marlow treasure where your child's unique spark truly shines? Book a tour today and uncover our outdoor wonders.

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Nursery Facilities

Discover the facilities available at our nursery and how they support your child's care, learning, and development.

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Buggy Store

A dedicated space to safely store your buggy during the day, making drop-off and pick-up easier and hassle-free.

Our Nursery Fees

We understand how important it is to have a clear picture of the costs associated with your child's care. Our fee sheet is designed to be transparent and straightforward, so please click below and take your time to look through it.

You can also learn more about fees and funding options on our dedicated pages Fees and funding page

If you have any questions at all, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk things through with you.

Nutritional Approach

We believe food is fundamental to healthy growth, happy minds, and positive lifelong habits. In the earliest years, what children eat shapes taste preferences, supports brain development, and lays the foundations for long-term health.

All meals are freshly prepared on site each day using quality, seasonal ingredients. Our menus are developed with expert guidance, designed for inclusion, and go beyond Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. We want every child to become a confident, curious eater.

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Meet Our Nursery Manager

Auzma Kauser

Hi, I'm Auzma, the manager at Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School. I've been working in childcare since November 2012 and joined the nursery in 2023. I hold my Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Children's and Young People's Learning and Development.

My career progression has been about joining early years and never stopping in what I'm able to provide. I've always worked to the best of my ability and shared this with the team I work in. Working through different early years settings and being able to lead and move nurseries towards positive journeys with support and reassurance from parents has been incredibly fulfilling.

My approach thinks about all aspects rather than focusing on one. I enjoy ensuring the team, parents, and children are thriving while in our care, providing an environment where all children have a nurturing, loving space.

What to Expect on Your Nursery Tour

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Our Next Open Day

Saturday 16th of May:9am-1pm

Meet our friendly team

Meet our friendly team

Learn about our curriculum

Learn about our curriculum

Explore funding options

Explore funding options

Explore our rooms and areas

Explore our rooms and areas

Our Commitments

Our curriculum is built around five core commitments that guide how we nurture every child.

Critical And Creative Thinkers

Nurturing curiosity and confidence to imagine, test ideas, and solve problems through exploration.

Sense of Belonging

Building secure, trusting relationships so every child feels safe, valued, and confident.

Explorers of Our World

Connecting children to nature through outdoor experiences that build resilience and independence.

Confident Communicators

Supporting every child to express themselves in ways that are meaningful to them.

Happy and Healthy

Encouraging physical activity, healthy eating, and joyful experiences that support lifelong wellbeing.

Our Curriculum

Our vision is based on building strong, trusting relationships, offering a calm, inclusive environment where every child feels secure, valued and ready to learn. We focus on three key areas.

  • Confident Communicators: Children learn to express their needs, wants, ideas and feelings, use language confidently and know their voice matters and is always heard.

  • Strong Sense of Belonging: Children build warm, trusting relationships with adults and peers, feel emotionally safe to explore and share their thoughts, and understand that everyone is unique and different.

  • Proud of Who They Are: Children celebrate their achievements, build self-esteem, resilience and independence, and understand that working in partnership with their families supports their wellbeing.

These areas develop across our nursery, from secure attachments and early communication in our baby room, through growing independence and first friendships in our toddler room, to confident self-expression and readiness for school in preschool.

What Parents Say About Us

9.7

Review Score for Review Score for Family First Day Nursery

68 reviews


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April 21, 2026

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

I can say enough how great the nursery have been with my daughter. All of the staff have been superb and as a new dad they have made me feel very relaxed and have taken the best of care with my little one. Anyone looking for a nursery in Marlow I highly recommend this one.

M R

February 25, 2026

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Absolutely amazing nursery. We could not wish for a better nursery for our son. They really work with your childs needs and tailor their care to suit the individual child. Great when settling children. It's honestly like a family. I will forever be grateful to everyone there. Small, intimate, just perfect. If you are thinking of a nursery in Marlow, look no further. Victoria house is for you.

R P

February 1, 2026

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Couldn't ask for anything more from our nursery. The staff are all delightful and we received constant updates during the day. Our daughter loves going and all the staff take an interest in her. The open days are great for meeting other parents.

Caleb S

January 29, 2026

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

We're extremely happy with our son's nursery. The staff are caring, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. Our son loves going in each day, and it's reassuring to know he's in such a safe, supportive, and caring environment.

K C

January 29, 2026

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Hugo's really happy at nursery. The staff are very caring and look to individual needs. He is always happy and smiling when we see him there. The staff are very understanding to Hugo's needs and help us navigate it.

Sarah W

November 10, 2025

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

It has been fantastic to see my child grow in their physical and cognisant abilities at Victoria Orchard. The staff is kind and attentive to all children and creates a safe and exciting environment for children to play and learn

Velina V

July 28, 2025

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Orchard House is by far the best nursery in the area, having sampled a few and been disappointed. The nursery manager is incredible, she's always looking for new ideas and improvements to benefit the children. Most recently were all of the personal and thoughtful touches they organised for their special graduation day. It's a happy, professional team who build strong bonds with the children, they always have tables set up with imaginative activities, make time for parents even at the end of a tiring day. The fun garden area is also a fabulous asset. It's huge compared to other Marlow nurseries - and we've looked round them all! We are going to miss seeing the team when our youngest daughter moves to reception in September. They have made her time in preschool so memorable! I can't recommend them enough.

J S

July 22, 2025

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Victoria House has been such a lovely nursery for our daughter. She has truly loved it and all the staff for the last 4 years. Our daughter has learnt so much during her time here and it has given her the best start in life.

D E

July 17, 2025

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My first ever experience going into a nursery and I cannot fault anything. From the visit to actually starting, my child is in the baby room and loves it I have seen such an improvement within a short amount of time. He is an outdoor child and since this nursery has a huge garden it was my first choice!!! Thank you to all the management and staff who helped us in settling our child.

M T

May 29, 2025

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Great nursery with great staff. Take great care with my boy and he really enjoys him self.

G V

May 25, 2025

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My daughter loves her nursery days, always comes home with stories of her daily activities. The staff is very helpfull and caring with the children and management staff is amazing. All in all very pleased with the service provided and would highly recommend Victoria house.

Filipe A

August 15, 2024

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I can't speak highly enough of Victoria House. The staff are all fantastic and made us feel so welcome when we were moved here from another nursery which shut down. I have a child in preschool and one in the baby room and they are both so happy there! They do really sweet (and educational) activities with the children and spend loads of time in the garden which is an amazing space. I would recommend this nursery to anyone!

J C

July 17, 2024

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

We had a very bad experience at another nursery and from the first moment in Victoria House we felt at home. The whole staff are amazing, always smiling, no matter what. And the most important thing, my son is happy here. We couldn't be in a better place!

M G

August 18, 2023

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Victoria House nursery is going through a challenging time. It was acquired by Family First Nursery Group in 2022. Virtually all of the full time staff have left and the nursery is supported largely by agency staff. We have seen a notable decline in the service delivered. This was compounded by the nursery manager confirming our concerns in a recent email to all parents before leaving. I am sharing this review for people who will look at historic reviews of a brilliant nursery. They do not reflect the current service.

R D

August 8, 2022

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Our experience has been excellent, from our son's introduction to the caterpillar room to his spell in the preschool room. The staff have been superb, always friendly, attentive and willing to help. My son has thrived and seems happy in himself and in the nursery environment. I would credit the facilities and management of my child's activities and care. I would highly recommend Victoria House.

Neil T

May 4, 2022

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

With two children at the nursery, we are delighted to experience the journey a child makes from the caterpillar rooms, up to the preschool environment. The welcome and care from all staff is faultless and there is a real sense of nurturing each child and their interests. My children are excited to go to nursery each day and take part in a host of stimulating and engaging activities. The facilities and gardens are well thought out and lend themselves to creativity and imagination. As a parent, the happiness and well-being of your children is paramount and I am so pleased that we chose Victoria House Day Nursery.

Jessica S

April 29, 2022

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

We’ve been very happy with our daughter attending Victoria Day Nursery. All of the staff are friendly and kind and I’ve always felt comfortable leaving her there. My daughter has grown in confidence since first attending.

L F

July 10, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My son loved attending Victoria House nursery. Everyone is really friendly and professional. He was there for nearly 2 years and definitely will miss all the staff and his friends. Highly recommend this nursery. Thanks for all the care and for looking after him so well.

Alena G

June 22, 2021

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My husband and I have both been so pleased we chose Victoria House Day Nursery. From the day our child started when he was 10 months old to leaving now aged almost 5 years old, we have had absolute trust and confidence in the staff and management at this nursery. Our boy has thrived in this caring environment where he has as many friends in the staff as he does the other children. We would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone.

Jane S

June 22, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My child has loved attending Victoria House nursery. We have only attended during covid times, but the team have done an excellent job, keeping us up to date with everything that is going on at the nursery, my child's progression and keeping her happy and healthy. Every day she comes home with a great story to tell about her day and loves all the staff. Highly recommended.

Keely M

February 24, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My daughter who is now 6 went to Victoria House Day Nursery (Marlow) and now my three year old son does too. He’s been there since he was eighteen months old and really enjoys his time there. The staff are really friendly and take great care of all the kids, so you feel at ease when you're not with them. They have plenty of activities for the kids and my two always enjoy the food. There’s also a great outdoor play are for the kids. Overall I am very happy with Victoria House Day Nursery (Marlow) and highly recommend them.

Tanya S

February 18, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

We have used Victoria House for nearly seven years and our children have thrived there. The staff are caring and take note of the child's individual interests and needs. The rooms are light and airy and the outside space is fantastic. The menu is varied and our children have always eaten very well there. The nursery is very well run and management are both approachable and flexible. We would highly recommend Victoria House to anyone in the area.

Charlotte B

February 15, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our little girl has been attending Victoria House Day Nursery since she turned 1 and she absolutely loves it. She always goes in and comes out smiling. The team have done an excellent job, taking care of her needs and helping her to progress. Her language and social abilities have improved so much from being immersed in the culture, day in and out. All in all, I would highly recommend to any parent looking for a nursery, for their child.

Courtney K

February 15, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

I looked around all the nurseries in Marlow and whilst there are a couple of great options, I thought Victoria House to be the best. My decision was definitely right for us. The best bit about Victoria House is the staff. They are fabulous with children and I'm so pleased my daughter has warm and funny staff members to look up to. My daughter started there at one year old and now she is just over two and we have had a great experience of the baby and toddler rooms. She talks now a lot and her manners like "Wait for your friends" before eating are really coming on - a direct result of her fabulous carers. The management staff are also great and also really open to listening and helping, whenever needed. Thanks Victoria House.

Kate C

February 6, 2021

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I have been sending my sons to Victoria Day House for over 3 months and have seen the speed in which they are developing increase rapidly. All the staff are always so welcoming and friendly and I couldn't be happier with the level of care my boys get. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone that would like their child to get the best from their early years.

Cori G

January 26, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our 8-month-old son started nursery at the beginning of January this year, two days a week, and the team at Victoria House have been fantastic, from initial enquiries, comprehensive “show-around” and “settling-in-days”, to guide us through all the formal admin stuff, just so helpful throughout the process. They are highly qualified and incredibly professional staff, providing quality and attentive care towards the children, especially in the middle of a global pandemic, with all the additional work that no doubt entails. This was evident not only first hand from time spent in the room with them and the support and communications we have received, but also through feedback from other parents. My wife and I were considering several local early years settings, and we are absolutely sure we made the best choice in sending our little bundle of fun to Victoria House and look forward to watching him develop there over the next five years. Well done ladies, keep up the great work!

Kieron G

January 22, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our son started at Victoria house in Oct 2020 when he was 4.5 months old. He's now 8-months and is developing exceptionally well with the support of the nursery where he goes 5-days a week. With COVID-19, we were worried about his social development as he has not interacted with anyone except my husband and me for many months, but from the photos, we've seen from his time in the nursery and the smiles and giggles he gives the staff when he arrives, we feel confident that being in the nursery has made a big difference in allowing him to socialise and develop these important skills. We love the opportunity to see photos and updates on how he's getting on, and the thoughtfulness the staff put into finding activities he enjoys (playing in the water, singing songs) as well as challenging to help him develop. He's now crawling and walking with support. The staff are always helpful and open with us about how he has been, and I could not recommend the nursery more!

Lucy R

January 21, 2021

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My daughter has been attending Victoria House Day Nursery in Marlow since August 2020. The staff have been wonderful at welcoming her. She has settled well and thoroughly enjoys the days that she spends there. She talks positively about all members of staff and about the activities and play that she encounters. The staff have consistently provided us with feedback and are always enthusiastic and supportive. Both I and my husband would highly recommend this nursery.

Hayley H

December 4, 2020

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Both my girls go to Victoria House and I can’t praise the whole team enough for the standard of care they provide. Throughout this difficult year, they have gone above and beyond to ensure the safety of the children, the parents/carers and themselves in order to continue to deliver their high standards of care and provide the children with extra stability and understanding. Extracurricular activities have had to pause to prevent external visits to the site however, the team have used their creativeness and homed in on their own talents and now deliver new activities every week such as yoga, cooking and gardening. All valuable skills to be learning at such a key age. My eldest is in Bumblebees and she’s always so proud of her cooking that she brings home. I’d love to try it, but I don’t get a look in, straight down the hatch when she walks in the door. She teaches her Granny yoga and beams with excitement whenever she’s telling people what she’s been doing. Well done Victoria House.

Jo M

June 27, 2020

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

We could not be happier that we decided to send our daughter to Victoria House! Of all the nurseries we looked at it stood out as warm, brilliantly run, and striking a great balance between homely informality and structured play. Her development, particularly socially and in terms of communication, has been noticeably accelerated by her time at nursery because of the emphasis placed on these aspects of her learning at Victoria House. She talks about nursery when she’s not there and can’t get to the door fast enough when we drop her off! Finally, I think the way in which Victoria House has handled the coronavirus crisis has demonstrated their great management but also great sensitivity, flexibility and understanding.

Victoria K-B

March 4, 2020

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Our daughter has settled in so well at Victoria House. Our daughter always receives a warm welcome and will happily go to the carers in her room at drop off. We have been really impressed with the communication from her carers, feedback after our daughter's sessions and the overall care she receives. We will happily recommend Victoria House to others.

Alex C

February 13, 2020

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The keyworker is great, she is always there. Every morning she is there with a smile and is very welcoming.

I M

August 30, 2019

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Both our children have attended Victoria House since their first months. The team have been consistently attentive, caring, structured and lovely to deal with. We have been very happy with the care received and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery. As well as the great team, the open hours are a lifesaver for two working parents. I can give it no better endorsement than to say my children are constantly happy and beaming from ear to ear when we pick them up.

Marc B

August 28, 2019

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My daughter has been at Victoria House from eight months to three years of age and has thrived because of the excellent staff, care and attention she has received. She has developed so well and receives no end of interaction with the team. She is very happy and the large garden really is an added bonus for the children to play in. The food is varied and healthy and the nursery is always clean and well maintained. I would have no hesitation in recommending Victoria House.

Stacey W

August 28, 2019

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Healthy, happy environment. Lovely staff, very caring, enthusiastic.

Fleur P

January 10, 2019

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our daughter has settled in really well to Caterpillar room at Victoria house. The staff put in a big effort to make her feel at home there and now she waves me off happily in the mornings. She eats a wide variety of healthy foods at nursery. Her physical development and speech have really improved in her time at Victoria House and this is a testament to the activities and time the staff have invested in our daughter. I am looking forward to spending the next couple of years of her education at Victoria House.

E F

December 18, 2018

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My son is currently in Bumblebees. He is eager to go to nursery in the morning and always seems to be having a nice time when I pick him up in the afternoon. Staff seem to genuinely care about my child and provide fun themes for the week's activities. My son also seems to enjoy the food that is provided. The menu looks varied and nutritious.

Ellie W

November 29, 2018

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I feel like the staff love my little boy. I had a great feeling about the nursery when I first visited and knew it would be a fit for us. We are very happy with Victoria House.

Vera C

September 26, 2018

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Our son has been attending Victoria House now for almost 3 years. From the first day I dropped him off I've always felt reassured that he's in good hands. As a shy boy, Victoria House has been (and still are) instrumental in helping him come out of his shell. In his final year before school I have every confidence that they will ensure he's ready for the next big step.

Kathryn C

September 12, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our son is extremely happy with the team and clearly has a strong relationship with his carers. Always interesting activities going on and the outdoor space is exceptional. Communication from the team is excellent and timely. I can only give my thanks for doing a great job with our most precious boy.

Matthew Y

July 30, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

In our 4 years of our son attending Victoria House Day Nursery (Marlow), we cannot fault the care and attention he has received. All the staff have been fantastic and genuinely helpful and thoughtful. Hopefully, our second child will be going there next year too. We have no reservations about recommending this nursery to our friends and colleagues. The development we've seen in our son compared to children at other nurseries is clear to see. Thank you so much.

Catherine W

July 28, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

The nursery staff are excellent at Victoria House; always very happy to talk about the child's emotional, social and educational progress and their activities during the day. They are very helpful when arranging last-minute emergency care and swapping the occasional days.

Toby F

July 10, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

The staff are very caring and both my children love them. It makes me happy going to work knowing that my children are so well cared for. The staff are always playing/interacting with the children and make them feel special. They do such a wide range of activities that it is great. They spend a lot of time outdoors and the nursery has great outdoor space. They even take the children out on walks. On a practical note, the opening hours work really well for me and I manage to do both drop off and pick up. It is no problem parking there either which all makes it very simple. I have nothing but the highest praise for the nursery and really can’t recommend it enough.

Claire H

May 30, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My son absolutely loves it here. He is always happy when I pick him up and happy to be dropped off there and goes confidently into the room.

Rachel C

May 13, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Having recently moved to the area, we have been so impressed at how the staff have welcomed our (rather shy) 3-year-old and helped him to settle so quickly. When we pick him up, he is so eager to tell us about his day! We love how the pre-school team pick up on topics from the children’s conversations and turn them into role play and other activities. For example, when some of the children mentioned they were going on holiday, they created an airport, pulled up a world map and chatted about different countries and flags. This shows a real passion for learning through play. We have also been really pleased with the first few weeks of our 1-year-old at Victoria House. With the patient support of her key worker, she seems to have settled and has started to show an interest in the toys and activities in the room. We would highly recommend Victoria House for any parent looking for a caring, supportive and stimulating nursery.

Laura P

February 13, 2018

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

I have two children at Victoria House Day Nursery (Marlow) and both are very happy attending and love the staff and friends they have made there. I am always impressed at the fun and inventive activities that they get to participate in and the improved outdoors space has been a great asset. I have always appreciated the level of time and information taken to keep parents informed of children’s daily achievements as well as the information provided by the whole setting. Staff have always been happy to offer us information about their days without us having to ask. My youngest has just had a recent room move into Bumblebees and I would just like to request that they go back to the day sheets for this age child and would also like the staff in this room to offer a bit more verbal feedback on his day as I feel this has been less forthcoming.

Joanna M

February 10, 2018

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I love watching my little boy’s excited face when he realises it’s a nursery day. At Victoria House, I can see that the staff really care for the children, it’s more than just a job for them.

Frankie G

November 15, 2017

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They are really good in Victoria House Day Nursery and Staff are amazing. Would like you to reconsider going back to the old menu?

Jessica W

October 16, 2017

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

Whilst choosing the right nursery can be a difficult decision to make, we are confident we made the right choice. Our son has settled in amazingly well at Victoria House Day Nursery and he seems genuinely excited to be there each time we drop him off. This is no small part down to all the staff who have been exceptionally welcoming and attentive. He has developed really well in the short time he has been attending. We wouldn't hesitate in recommending Victoria House to other parents.

Mrs M

September 25, 2017

Review of Victoria House Day Nursery & Pre-School

My three year old has attended Victoria House for two years and has always really enjoyed it. So much so that our one year old now also attends and has settled well into Caterpillars. The team is very attentive and works hard to ensure a safe but stimulating environment for children.

Marie L

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