Does Magic Roundabout Nursery pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Magic Roundabout Nursery employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Magic Roundabout Nursery. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Magic Roundabout Nursery?

99% of Magic Roundabout Nursery employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Magic Roundabout Nursery 4.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.9 for culture and values and 4.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Magic Roundabout Nursery?

Early Years Educator (7) , Early Childhood Educator (5) , Nursery Manager (4) , Nursery Practitioner (3) , Administrator (2) , Early Years Practitioner (2) , Nursery Assistant (2) , Nursery Worker (2) , Team Leader (2)

What are the pros of working at Magic Roundabout Nursery according to real employee reviews?

"The management is great and the team work well together" ((in 7 reviews)); "Friendly staff" ((in 4 reviews)); "The team are friendly and welcoming and feel like a big family." ((in 4 reviews)); "Extra days annual leave for managers, deputies and staff that have been longer than 5 years in the company." ((in 3 reviews)); "A supportive and friendly team, opportunities for training and career progression, and the chance to work creatively within the EYFS framework." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Magic Roundabout Nursery according to real employee reviews?

"The salary is very low." ((in 3 reviews))

Magic Roundabout Nursery Reviews

4.9

99% would recommend to a friend

(45 total reviews)

Farukh Najabat

100% approve of CEO

93% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (45 reviews)

Magic Roundabout Nursery has an employee rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 45 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Magic Roundabout Nursery employee rating is 31% above average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

45 reviews

5.0

18 Jun 2026

⭐ A Positive Place for Children to Learn and Grow

Nursery practitioner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

The staff are friendly, caring, and supportive towards the children. • The nursery provides a safe and welcoming environment for children to learn and play. • There are a variety of activities that support children’s learning, creativity, and development. • Staff communicate well with parents and keep them updated about their child’s day. • The nursery encourages children’s independence, confidence, and social skills. • The setting is clean and well organised.

Cons

Not at all , its all best

Magic Roundabout Nursery Response

2w

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you find our environment safe, welcoming, and filled with great learning activities for the children. We also really appreciate your constructive advice regarding staff training, communication, and planning time. We take this feedback seriously as we always aim to support our team's growth and well-being. Welcome to the team, and thank you for your hard work!

5.0

18 Jun 2026

Great management and supportive team, but long hours

Team leader

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Excellent management Friendly staff Welcoming environment, has a family feel to the nursery The whole team as the children’s best interest at heart and go above and beyond to support children’s development.

Cons

Sometimes feel the nursery hours can be to long.

Magic Roundabout Nursery Response

2w

Thank you for your incredible dedication and for being a part of our family for over 10 years! We note your feedback regarding the long hours, and we are continuously looking for ways to better support our team's work-life balance. Thank you for your kind words and your long-standing support!

5.0

12 Jun 2026

Fantastic recruitment process with supportive team atmosphere

Early childhood educator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

I have had a fantastic experience throughout the entire interview and recruitment process. Communication has been excellent from start to finish, with regular updates and prompt responses to any questions. The nursery trial day was informative and gave me a great insight into the setting and its values. Everyone I met was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly welcoming, making me feel comfortable from the very beginning. The team clearly cares about both the children and their staff, and I already feel valued and appreciated. Thank you to everyone involved for making the process such a positive experience.

Cons

None, I am very excited to start my career with the company.

Magic Roundabout Nursery Response

3w

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to welcome you to our Magic Roundabout family in Ilkeston. It is fantastic to hear that you found our recruitment process transparent and supportive. We are incredibly excited to have you on board and look forward to helping you grow your career with us. Welcome to the team!

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Jobs at Magic Roundabout Nursery

Early Years Educator - Level 3

Early Years Educator - Level 3

Early Years Educator - Level 3

Early Years Educator - Level 3

Early Years Educator - Level 3