Testimonials
Testimonials from our parents
I would highly recommend Over the Rainbow to anyone considering it for their child.
Our child has been going to the Eglantine site since he was a baby and the care and attention he receives is excellent. He walks in each morning without a backwards glance at us!
Our older children attended a different nursery and I wish we had visited Over the Rainbow when we were deciding for them as the family atmosphere at Over the Rainbow makes it stand out from all the others. The range of fun activities and learning coupled with the great outdoor play area makes for an action packed day!
The staff are just amazing and we really appreciate all they have done for us.
Thanks
Amy
(November 2020)
" Life without *Over the Rainbow* (OTR) would be so much more difficult. It is the place where my child is loved and cared for and is developing into the bright, happy, skilled and competent young person that I long for her to be.
She is the authentic voice for the fundamental place that OTR has in our lives. I see it in the way she races in each morning with hardly a backward glance. I see and hear it in the joyous retelling of what she has experienced- the songs she sings, the poems she recites, the skills she proudly reveals (this week she was able to count 1 to 10 in Spanish!), the developing art work that now peppers our kitchen and her bedroom creating a symbolic link between our home and her OTR ‘family’. I hear it in the importance she places on the friends she has played with and the caring adult interactions which have typified her day.
With formal school looming I marvel at how OTR have worked systematically and expertly on her cognitive and social skills to prepare her for what will be a seamless transition to the ‘big’ school. I listen to what other parents have to say about their nursery experiences and find comfort in knowing that OTR is a best in class in its field. I value this opportunity to thank the whole OTR ‘family’ for their inspiring vision, untiring commitment, authentic caring, educational expertise and all round professionalism. "
-Dawn Hesketh (September 2019)
"It's hard to know where to start! OTR has been such a huge part of -----'s life over the past 3 1/2years. We are incredibly grateful for the experience she has had. It's been a home away from home and I know she will really miss it! The happy and confident four year old starting school next week is in no small way down to the care and dedication of your staff. Hopefully we will see you all again with number 2 in the not too distant future! - (Happy parent September 2019)
"Over the Rainbow Daycare presents as a warm and welcoming environment. All the children's playrooms are spacious and bright with lots of natural light. The rooms are well resourced with natural and manmade play materials...Staff were very attentive... they responded promptly to the children's individual needs, ensuring they were met. Staff demonstrated warm and caring interactions...(their) interactions with children were warm and respectful. The children presented as very well cared for... (they were) active in exploring the items and activities in the room... they smiled and laughed a lot... (they were) well rested, settled and calm." - taken from the annual Social Services Inspection Report (August 2019)
"Thank you so much for looking after ..... this year. He has really grown up over the past year and it's down to you all that he has become so confident and ready to start P1. Over the Rainbow is such a loving and Happy environment and our family is so grateful to be a part of it." - Zara (August 2019)
"Over the Rainbow is like a small community where staff know all the children, regardless of what room they’re in, where parents are invited to birthday and Christmas parties, and where pick-up and drop-offs are calm, friendly and welcoming. My toddler’s wellbeing and development is closely monitored by amazing (and fully-qualified) staff, many of whom have been at the nursery for years. He comes home with excited stories about sensory, musical, physical or other activities that day, his home-made meals, his little friends, and his fun and creative keyworkers. And it definitely eases the guilt knowing that he’s getting so much out of his day and having such a good time! We joined Over the Rainbow in 2017 and have never regretted that decision."- Elaine (2019)
"Our boys have been in Over the Rainbow since 2015 and have loved every day. It is great for us to know that they are being cared for so well and stimulated in such a great environment. Miss Lynn’s freshly baked scones are a particular highlight!" - Paula and Michael (2019)
"We cannot thank you enough for the foundation you have given Conor and Lara in terms of education, communication skills and social development. You and your excellent staff treated the children like “2 little eggs”. They skipped out the door every morning and as a parent, you cannot put a price on that. They enjoyed every single day to the full! Thank you for treating our two greatest treasures like your own! Sad to say goodbye and we will miss you all!" - Patrick and Teresa (2017)
"Thank you so much for helping Patrick grow into the fun-filled little boy that he is today. He has loved his time at the nursery and will miss all the staff and all his friends! From his first day in the baby room, we have felt like Over the Rainbow was a “home away from home” for him. Lots of love" - Louise and Stephen (2017)
"We both have been overwhelmed by the kindness and professionalism shown to Ollie in each room at your nursery. We have been amazed at his development and we attribute that, to a significant degree, to you and your staff. Ollie will miss you all and his friends so very much! We will continue to talk about his time with you for a very very long time to come. Thank you for everything!" - Andrea and Graeme (2017)
"A heartfelt thank you to you and all your wonderful staff at Over the Rainbow for your hard work and dedication in looking after Lily and Ronan. Both children were very happy and thrived in your care over the last six years! The help and encouragement, support and time have without a doubt given my two an amazing start in life and this care is second to none. Over the years each and every member of staff has shown professionalism and dedication for the whole of the time. Nothing has been too much trouble for them and they have given full care and attention to our children. This is what gave us peace of mind every single day! We have so many happy memories of our lovely experiences at Over the Rainbow." - Warmest and sincerest regards: Seana and John (2016)
Feedback from Social Services Parent Questionnaires (2018)
"I find Over the Rainbow nursery to be a excellent nursery that provides an assuring service and as parents we are happy to leave our child in a warm, happy and safe place. I have always found the owners of the business take a very hands on approach and are always on hand to speak to you if required." - Happy parent
"An excellent facility. A high level of care is given to my child as well as excellent communication with the parents. My child has settled extremely well." - Happy parent
"Could not be happier with Over the Rainbow. Staff are excellent and my son settled in very well. Very well run."- Happy parent
"Very happy with the standard of staff. Management team very good and responsive. Kitchen provides excellent food."- Happy parent
"We are with Over the Rainbow for 6 years and are happy with the care they provide."- Happy parent
"We are happy with the staff, care and facilities at Over the Rainbow." -Happy parent
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