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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton

Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, EX1 3QS

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Daily rateFrom £66.66 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:30
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity132 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection score3/4 inspection score

Ofsted · 10 October 2023

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About this Exeter Business Park Nursery

Description

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton offers a warm and nurturing environment for little ones, ideally located within the heart of Exeter Business Park. The nursery provides dedicated care and early years education for children aged from three months up to five years. To support the busy schedules of local families, the doors are open from 07:30 until 18:30, ensuring a smooth and stress-free routine for working parents. As a setting fully regulated by Ofsted, the team is committed to maintaining a safe and stimulating space for discovery. At Kiddi Caru, the focus remains on creating a joyful, supportive atmosphere where families feel truly valued and every child is encouraged to flourish.

What parents say about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton

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Parents at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton are consistently impressed by the kind and friendly staff who go the extra mile to support each child's development. Families report that children enter the setting happily, flourishing in a nurturing environment where they develop significant independence and social skills. The nursery is praised for its strong communication, with a management team that keeps parents well-informed and addresses any queries promptly. Overall, parents feel a great sense of peace of mind, noting that their children are confident, well-cared for, and making excellent progress across the curriculum.
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Last inspected 10 October 2023

Inspection ID 10312873

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton costs from £67 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 £824 per month or £9,891 per year. This is lower than the Exeter average of £73 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £17, 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 Sowton.

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 £419 per month or £5,025 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 Sowton in Exeter Business Park. 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£453 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,439.£567 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,799.£683 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,199.£825 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,899.£967 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,599.£1,108 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,298.£1,250 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,998.
9-11m£118 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,418.£192 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,305.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,665.£419 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,025.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,385.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,744.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,380.
1y£118 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,418.£192 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,305.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,665.£419 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,025.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,385.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,744.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,380.
2y£118 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,418.£192 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,305.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,665.£419 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,025.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,385.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,744.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,380.
3y£118 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,418.£192 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,305.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,665.£419 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,025.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,385.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,744.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,380.
4y+£118 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,418.£192 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,305.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,665.£419 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,025.£532 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,385.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,744.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,380.

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 Sowton was last inspected by Ofsted on 10 October 2023 with an overall inspection score of 3/4.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton is registered for up to 132 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton is open 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton 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 Sowton 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 Sowton 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 Sowton directly or using the enquiry form.
Browse nearby options using nurseries near EX1 3QS.
On average, nursery costs £73 per day in Exeter, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Sowton 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 Sowton 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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