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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester

Maria Court, Hythe Quay, Colchester, CO2 8JB

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Daily rateFrom £58.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity104 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingGood

Ofsted · 2024-07-29

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About this Colchester Nursery

Description

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester offers a warm and inviting environment for families in the heart of Colchester. The nursery provides specialised care and early years education for little ones aged from three months up to five years old. To support busy family schedules, the setting is open from 08:00 until 18:00, ensuring a smooth and convenient start and end to every working day. As an Ofsted-regulated provider, the team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety and learning through a well-organised and engaging curriculum. At Kiddi Caru, every child is nurtured with kindness, ensuring they feel confident and happy as they grow and flourish.

What parents say about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester receives high praise from parents who describe a warm, welcoming environment where children thrive and settle quickly. Parents are particularly impressed by the kind and friendly staff who form strong, trusting relationships with the children, helping even the shyest youngsters blossom in confidence. The nursery is noted for its engaging activities, including daily outdoor play and a focus on books and social skills. Families feel their children are extremely well cared for and safe, with parents frequently mentioning the peace of mind they feel when dropping their children off.
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Last inspected 29 July 2024

Inspection ID 10357224

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester costs from £58 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £726 per month or £8,709 per year. This is lower than the Colchester average of £73 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £22, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £418 per month or £5,017 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester in Colchester. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£394 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,733.£493 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,916.£592 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,099.£696 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,353.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,832.£943 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,311.£1,066 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,790.
9-11m£151 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,812.£221 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,651.£320 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,834.£418 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,017.£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,201.£615 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,384.£726 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,709.
1y£151 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,812.£221 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,651.£320 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,834.£418 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,017.£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,201.£615 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,384.£726 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,709.
2y£151 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,812.£221 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,651.£320 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,834.£418 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,017.£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,201.£615 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,384.£726 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,709.
3y£151 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,812.£221 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,651.£320 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,834.£418 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,017.£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,201.£615 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,384.£726 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,709.
4y+£151 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,812.£221 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,651.£320 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,834.£418 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,017.£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,201.£615 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,384.£726 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,709.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester was last inspected by Ofsted on 29 July 2024 with an overall inspection result of Good.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester is registered for up to 104 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Book a visit by contacting Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester directly or using the enquiry form.
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On average, nursery costs £73 per day in Colchester, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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