Our sons genuinely think that they go to nursery at 'Never Never Land', not only because of the amazing dens that they build, or the adventures that they go on daily but because "all the boys and girls are always so happy". This nursery is simply magical and the staff strive so hard to ensure that our 
boys have the fullest childhood possible. We would recommend it full-heartedly.
 

Our daughter bounds out at the end of the day full of enthusiasm for what she has done. Her sleep, mood and appetite have all improved!

"From walking in to The Shepherd’s Hut outdoor nursery our reserved, quiet  two year old and I were greeted by warm, friendly, and very enthusiastic staff. Without prompting he was immediately immersed in the wonderful  setting, and we have had the joy of seeing him being ‘unfolded’. His  self-esteem has been nurtured and he fills with pride when telling friends and family all about the amazing activities he has completed at ‘school’. As parents we feel extremely lucky that he has the opportunity to have a full childhood, and has a love of learning in this beautiful holistic, child-led setting."

"I would like to take this opportunity to say how happy I am with the provision at The Shepherd's Hut. I am so so glad that we chose The Shepherd's Hut and feel extremely lucky!"

Both my sons have attended the holiday club at Shepherds Hut for 2-years. They both love it there. They do a wide range of different activities, and I think it’s great that a lot of them are child-led. It’s such a fun experience for them. My youngest has made lots of friends during his sessions there. 
My eldest son has additional needs and the staff have been absolutely fantastic with him. It’s one of the only places I feel totally relaxed about him being without me there. I know he’s engaged in lots of activities and well looked after. I can’t recommend the holiday club enough, and we will definitely be coming each Easter and summer.
 

Both my boys have attended Shepherds Hut since they were very young. My youngest joined Baby Barn when he was only a few months old. They have both loved it since the moment they arrived. We never had any issues with leaving them and they have always been so excited when we tell them it's a forest school day. Our journeys home from the Shepherds Hut have become my favourite time with the boys as they would be so excited to tell me all about their day. The staff have always been happy, professional, fun and caring. The setting is wonderful with the cosy yurt and lovely Baby Barn. I couldn't ask for anything more and I cannot fault this setting. We would have them there five days a week if we could, it's only our personal logistics that stop this from being the case. Thank you Shepherds Hut for always taking such good care of my babies, we will miss you enormously.

I can not recommend highly enough The Shepherds Hut Outdoor Day Nursery. My son’s both came here during the summer holidays for summer camp and loved it. If your son or daughter loves the outdoors, bugs, getting dirty, all weathers and my sons favourite part of the day, the fire pit and marshmallows then this is the place! The staff are fantastic and great with the children.
 

I can not recommend this setting highly enough, and my only regret is that I didn’t find The Shepherd’s Hut when my son was younger. Due to Covid, our normal nursery setting stayed closed and having a nearly 5-year-old who is starting school, I needed to find somewhere for him to go.
The staff were 
efficient in getting my son enrolled and helped with everything he started the same week. With everything in place to make the setting a safe environment in these challenging times.
Although very brief, he thoroughly enjoyed his time a The Shepherd’s Hut, he bounces through the gate and came out at the end of the day tired and muddy, with stories of what he’d done and the adventures he had with his new friends.
We shall be booking our son on to next years Holiday Club.
Thank you for being an amazing setting.
 

I thought I would share this ‘moment’ with you, because it was just so precious...
We have just read Peter Pan and our son said that Forest School is just like Neverland. I agreed, and said that there is a pirate ship, and you make treasure maps. He corrected me and said, “No, it’s because all the boys and girls are always happy”. Thinking that that couldn’t be topped, he then said, “Kim ‘n’ Erica and Hannah are like Wendy, and Callie looks like Tinkerbell”.
Well...as parents, what else could you possibly wish for for your children?! 
Thank you all so much for making their lives so magical!  

"We want to thank you for your diligent and loving care of our child. We're very happy with all that they have become while under your care , and while they're excited for big school, I know they will miss you dearly."