Description
Contact Information
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Phone Number01325 468774
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Details
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Group/OwnerKids 1st Nurseries
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Person in ChargeElizabeth Charlton (Manager)
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Number of Staff16
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When ClosedBank Holidays & Christmas
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care Sessional Day Care
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Total Places for children78
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Age rangefrom 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0730-1800
Tamara K
February 1, 2018 at 12:00 amAmazing staff, excellent food, fantastic management. My little one loves coming in. I feel I trust the staff implicitly with my little one. My older son comes here so I had no worries sending my youngest son. I wouldn’t send him anywhere else!!
The activities and learning opportunities are great, I love this place!
A**** nursery by far.
Suzanne L
February 15, 2018 at 12:00 amWe cannot recommend Kids 1st Darlington enough. The staff have been fantastic in helping our son settle in and every day since.
The setting is great and we are more than happy with the range of activities on offer. It’s a daunting experience leaving your child in the care of someone else but Kids 1st Darlington make it so much easier with constant and detailed communication and friendly staff.
Sally S
February 15, 2018 at 12:00 amAll staff are approachable and willing to help and discuss any issue. They keep me updated on my daughter’s daily activities and keep her engaged with a range of resources and activities.
It is reassuring seeing my daughter so comfortable going to nursery each morning with ease. This is due to the enthusiasm and encouragement of the staff at Kids 1st Darlington.
Harriet E
April 18, 2018 at 12:00 amKids 1st Darlington is just an amazing nursery. They really get to know the children in their care, their quirks, what they like and what they need help with. They take each child on a journey through their development ensuring interaction and engagement every day. The management are superb and really endear each member of staff to be the best they can be and deliver the best care that they can.
Amber T
April 27, 2018 at 12:00 amI am an anxious first-time mum and worried about leaving my daughter with anyone. However, Kids 1st Darlington were so helpful, supportive and understanding. Not only did they reassure me and talk to me about anything I wanted to as regards my daughter’s care, they welcomed and fully implemented the routine I had implemented, which allowed for a very smooth transaction into the nursery.
The staff are so friendly and welcoming and they love the children. The children love them too! Kids 1st nursery made my return to work so much easier because I knew my little girl loves it there.
Vanessa
July 24, 2018 at 12:00 amMy little boy has been at this pre-school for a year and they have ensured that he is very ready for school. He has made excellent progress in his learning and his social skills. The staff are amazing and really approachable, nothing is too much trouble. The staff always ask how he is every morning and give an individual report of his day each evening. The outdoor area is great for creative play and physical development. The indoor area is bright, airy and very well resourced and set out. Each week activities include cooking, signing hands and a dance/movement session, these are all included in the fees so there are no additional costs to parents. He has also been on some days out which he has loved. Our child loves going to this Nursery and is going to be sad to leave at the end of term.
Michele H
August 2, 2018 at 12:00 amMy daughter attended between the age of 15 months to 4 years. Throughout this time we felt as parents she was very well cared for and treated as an individual. Within the last year, a better menu for my daughter was established which catered for her dietary needs. All staff were approachable, kind and keen to teach her.
Kerry B
October 2, 2018 at 12:00 amMy son has absolutely loved his time at Kids 1st Darlington. He settled beautifully, made friends and built relationships with the girls who cared for him. Thank you so much for helping him grow into a funny independent and confident young man. We will truly miss all of you!
Francesca H
November 14, 2018 at 12:00 amHaving viewed many nurseries, Kids 1st was the one where I truly felt comfortable/happy to leave my daughter. Since she has started, the staff have been amazing and my daughter has a fab time. I feel totally confident and happy leaving my daughter at the nursery.
Roz A
April 29, 2019 at 12:00 amKids 1st is an amazing nursery where the care for the children is the priority and main focus. My two children have both been to Kids 1st and the staff are the most friendly, welcoming and professional people, like one big family. Their nursery is outstanding in every way and they have always given me the confidence and trust I need as a parent! Cannot recommend and thank them enough.
Susie H
May 9, 2019 at 12:00 amI would recommend to family, friends and anyone looking for a wonderful nursery.
The rooms, food and staff are completely faultless and so brilliant with my daughter.
M C
September 23, 2019 at 12:00 amMy daughter has been attending Kids 1st since she was ten months old, she was my first child so was very nervous putting her in nursery. However, the staff were friendly and I was confident that my daughter would be looked after. She is now two years old and loves going to her class, the staff are always friendly and enthusiastic and are aware of her individual needs. The classroom is always clean and she loves taking part in the daily activities. Brilliant nursery!
J H
September 24, 2019 at 12:00 amMy son receives excellent care from the team. They are aware of his development needs and strive to meet them. He is very happy at the nursery and always enjoys going. The team are very friendly towards us and are very caring towards my son. I am so happy with his progression.
S A
September 25, 2019 at 12:00 amExcellent nursery, recently enrolled my daughter here. All the staff are always polite, friendly and approachable. Both of my children (more the oldest) is always talking about something new they’ve done and learned.
R M
September 25, 2019 at 12:00 amAn amazing nursery. From day one with both my boys, I had no reservations about leaving them. The staff are all lovely and I was made to feel like they really cared for my children on a personal level. I highly recommend Kids 1st Darlington.
S S
September 25, 2019 at 12:00 amAbsolutely excellent. The staff are all really friendly and engage with our daughter in different activities. There is plenty to keep the children occupied. The building is purpose-built to be a nursey with dedicated rooms and outdoor space for each age group. Access is also gained with an electric pin and fingerprint scanner so security is excellent. The food menu is excellent, healthy and rotates regularly. Our daughter always comes away happy having been well looked after.
Katherine L
November 11, 2019 at 12:00 amMy son spent almost four years at Kids 1st Darlington and I had absolute confidence that he was receiving the best possible care, as well as learning and having fun. Nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff, who never complained about my sometimes unpredictable working pattern. I would recommend the nursery wholeheartedly.
B C
March 4, 2020 at 12:00 amKids 1st have been fantastic with my son. They follow his nursery down to every last detail and nothing is too much to ask. The girls that have cared for my son have been nothing short of outstanding.
He always comes home with a big smile on his face and you can tell he’s had lots of fun. We always receive regular feedback on how well he is doing which is always reassuring.
I would highly recommend Kids 1st to anyone and everyone, it’s a brilliant nursery and we wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Rachael M
March 4, 2020 at 12:00 amKids 1st is a fabulous nursery. Every member of staff there, from the Manager, to the kitchen staff and cleaners, are so lovely and they all clearly care for the children.
There is nothing more nerve-wracking than the prospect of leaving your child with a stranger. For that reason, we looked at a lot of different options for our then 6-month-old. As soon as we met the manager we knew our daughter would be in safe hands and the bonds our daughter has made with staff during her nursery journey are incredibly special to see.
The food the children eat is delicious (you get to try it at parents evenings) and my little girl loves the outdoor play areas, which they’re regularly allowed to use.
Another observation is that the staff seem to all have been there for a long time, which my mum, a former nursery nurse herself says, is a sign of a good nursery.
Then there’s the outstanding Ofsted inspection report which speaks for itself!
H R
March 17, 2021 at 12:00 amWhat a fantastic team! They have worked tirelessly, not only this month but throughout the pandemic, to ensure my son isn’t fazed by new routines or systems in place. Every morning we are welcomed cheerfully and have the opportunity to handover information. Every evening we are greeted by someone from my son’s class who is able to tell us about his day. We have really enjoyed the chance to find out more information via the parent app, which has helped us feel more involved in our son’s day.
We have one hundred percent trust in the work the team at Kids 1st Darlington are doing to keep our son safe and can’t thank them enough.
Ann L
March 30, 2021 at 12:00 amFerndene Nursery is a really friendly and caring nursery. They have taken brilliant care of both of my daughters. Even during this uncertain time, they have made sure my youngest daughter has settled into the setting wonderfully. Even at one years old she accesses a range of messy, creative and imaginative play while continuing to help develop all her essential skills. Both of my girls have always looked forward to their days at Ferndene Nursery. I would recommend this setting!
Ian B
March 31, 2021 at 12:00 amThis is a fantastic nursery. Our three boys have all been at Ferndene Nursery from early years to preschool and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The staff are friendly, caring and really take an interest in the development and interests of the children. There is a great outdoor space with a variety of play equipment and a garden area. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The children spend a good amount of time outside each day and are really well cared for. We would recommend this nursery to our friends and to anyone looking for a safe, reliable nursery to care for their children.
Ellie T
March 31, 2021 at 12:00 amMy daughter has been attending Ferndene Nursery since she was eight months old, she’s now two and a half. In fact, I went there as a child twenty fiver years ago and it’s the same amazing experience I had. The manager has been there since I was a child and is always on hand to help. All of the staff are wonderful and really go the extra mile to build relationships with the children. My daughter is really well bonded with the staff and I know she’s in very safe hands. The children spend lots of time outside which they love and have varied day to day activities. I’ve never once worried about my daughter at nursery, it’s a home from home and we feel part of the Ferndene Nursery family. I would recommend Ferndene Nursery to anyone and a friend has recently joined on my recommendation. I couldn’t speak anymore highly of the staff, facilities and care received and I look forward to a couple more years of happy memories with Ferndene Nursery.
Victoria M
March 31, 2021 at 12:00 amMy child is incredibly well cared for at Ferndene Nursery. Staff are attentive and activities
are creative and inspirational. My son thrives here and is well stimulated. He arrives excited to start his day and leaves with a huge smile on his face.
Cath R
March 31, 2021 at 12:00 amMy daughter has been attending Ferndene Nursery for over a year now and absolutely loves it! As a mum, it makes me so happy to see her so happy. I go to work feeling confident and relaxed knowing she is having an amazing time and getting all she needs socially, mentally, physically and emotionally. The food my daughter gets is always home cooked, fresh on site everyday and is nutritionally balanced at breakfast, snack times and lunch time, which believe me is very important to my daughter! The outside spaces are great and my daughter gets loads of fresh air and exercise playing in the woodland area, on the lawns and in the yard on the climbing frame and in the sand. The staff are amazing and always go above and beyond to support my daughter’s well being and all aspects of her development. I really can’t recommend Ferndene Nursery highly enough!
Samantha H
April 5, 2021 at 12:00 amWe picked this nursery as on our initial visit, the children were in small groups doing adult led activities. The activities were engaging and the adults were at the children’s level. The staff seem kind and helpful. We get a sheet which tells us about activities for that week and how they link to the learning objectives so we can continue them at home and talk to our little boy about them. The outdoor space is pleasant and used as part of the curriculum. The menu seems varied. The opening times fit in around our work. There is a one way system in place, parents wear masks and children have a temperature check upon arrival.