--- title: "Children 1st @ Toton — Rated Good by Ofsted | Nursery Advice" description: "Children 1st @ Toton, a nursery in Toton — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "logo": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/__l5e/assets-v1/18ee05cb-93ee-4d8a-b535-85644088f16f/nursery-advice-social-share.png", "sameAs": [ "https://twitter.com/nurseryadvice" ], "contactPoint": { "@type": "ContactPoint", "contactType": "customer support", "email": "hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk", "areaServed": "GB", "availableLanguage": [ "English" ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#webpage", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613", "name": "Children 1st @ Toton — Rated Good by Ofsted | Nursery Advice", "description": "Children 1st @ Toton, a nursery in Toton — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice.", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/#website" }, "about": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#nursery" }, "breadcrumb": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#breadcrumb" }, "speakable": { "@type": "SpeakableSpecification", "cssSelector": [ "h1", "[data-speakable]" ] } }, { "@type": "ChildCare", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#nursery", "name": "Children 1st @ Toton", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "GB", "streetAddress": "5 Banks Road", "addressLocality": "Toton", "postalCode": "NG9 6HE" }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#webpage" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 52.906999, "longitude": -1.264792 }, "areaServed": [ { "@type": "City", "name": "Toton" } ], "audience": { "@type": "PeopleAudience", "suggestedMinAge": 0, "suggestedMaxAge": 4 }, "award": "Ofsted: Good", "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": 4.3, "reviewCount": 6, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "review": [ { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Lola Gray" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter has only recently started and so far she is settling in with the staff and environment very well. As an anxious parent, I appreciate the messages and photo updates of what she is upto when there and having my questions answered when asked. Please keep up with great work you are all doing.", "datePublished": "2026-01-14T12:47:46.362571695Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Sara Spybey" }, "reviewBody": "Our daughter has just finished her time at Children's 1st Toton ready to start school and I can honestly say we have been blown away with this nursery. The activities, events, graduation etc everything is always thought out so well and always so many extra details - I know compared to my friends nursery experiences elsewhere, this place by far excels.\nEvery single team member we have come across over the last few years has been so nice, her room leaders Megan, Tegyn and Gabby have been wonderful and we can always tell how much fun she has and how caring they are to her. Special mention to Miss Katiee who has been our daughter's teacher, it is clear how much genuine love and kindness you have shown our daughter and for that we are forever grateful, we will miss you all. From Ariella and Mum & Dad 😊", "datePublished": "2025-08-27T19:13:01.851224144Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "chloe kautz" }, "reviewBody": "Highly recommend this nursery! My daughter has been there since she was 9 months old and will soon be going to school. She has made amazing memories. The staff are always there to help and gone the extra mile when needed. My daughter is ready for school but she is going to really miss all the staff and the nursery. she has just recently had her graduation which was an amazing event and a great way to end her nursery journey. Thank you for everything you have done :)", "datePublished": "2025-07-16T10:30:54.932830938Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Rachel Gurevitch" }, "reviewBody": "My son absolutely loves it here!", "datePublished": "2025-08-12T13:27:17.844677547Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Stephen Mason" }, "reviewBody": "We were invited for a tour, the place wasn’t even open and the gate was locked. Travelled there from Long Eaton for nothing, despite receiving email reminders about our tour. Unfortunately living up to the Children 1st name.", "datePublished": "2026-05-04T13:21:47.429137338Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "East Midlands", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=East%20Midlands" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Children 1st @ Toton", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours at Children 1st @ Toton?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery is open Monday to Friday throughout the year, with the exception of bank holidays. Sessions run from 7.30am to 6.30pm, giving families a full-day option across the working week." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is Children 1st @ Toton working on improving?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The setting is focusing on organising adult-led activities more effectively so staff can better meet children’s needs and avoid interruptions during planned learning." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Children 1st @ Toton # Children 1st @ Toton Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · 4.3 (6 parent reviews) · 5 Banks Road, Toton, NG9 6HE · Nottinghamshire Number of places 120 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority Nottinghamshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Children 1st @ Toton, established in 2001, provides year-round childcare from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays. This setting accommodates children aged 0 to 4 years. The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 21st March 2022. Children thrive in a warm and friendly atmosphere, developing close bonds with staff and peers. They are encouraged to make choices in their play, sharing their knowledge and acquiring a diverse range of skills. The curriculum provides engaging experiences, incorporating children's interests and introducing them to new ones. For example, familiar stories are used to develop themed activities, such as learning about the life cycle of a butterfly. The nursery places a strong emphasis on communication skills, with a staff member trained in Makaton to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Managers and staff collaborate closely with other professionals to deliver targeted support for children with SEND, focusing on communication development. Outdoor learning is also an integral part of the daily routine, with children regularly encouraged to play outside. The nursery prioritises safeguarding, with all staff undergoing regular training and adhering to robust procedures to ensure a safe and secure environment. Leaders maintain a strong and professional staff team, valuing their contributions and promoting ongoing training and development. This commitment ensures that staff are well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of all children in their care. Parents are kept well-informed about their child's progress and speak highly of the dedicated and professional staff. What it's like Children love to learn in the friendly environment created by staff, forming close relationships with adults and firm friendships with peers. They are confident in making choices in their play, sharing their knowledge, and developing a wide range of skills. Friendly environment Confident learners Targeted SEND support Strong staff team Outdoor play ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6,30pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2001 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Children 1st @ Toton Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10138538 Lead inspector Marie Townrow Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181957)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/258613) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 5 Banks Road, Toton, NG9 6HE [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.26479/52.907/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Toton - [Day nurseries in Toton](/search?q=Toton) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 21 March 2022 · Marie Townrow Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children love to learn in the friendly environment created by staff, forming close relationships with adults and firm friendships with peers. They are confident in making choices in their play, sharing their knowledge, and developing a wide range of skills. Inspector highlights - Children love to learn in the friendly environment created by staff. - They are confident in making choices in their play and sharing their knowledge. - Managers and staff work closely with other professionals to provide well-targeted support. - Managers and staff are very aware of the impact COVID-19 has had on children's social and personal skills. - The well-qualified and experienced manager leads an enthusiastic and professional staff team. Areas to develop - 1 improve the organisation of adult-led activities to ensure staff support the needs of the children and avoid unnecessary interruptions. Inspection #10138538 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181957) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers and staff work closely with other professionals to provide well-targeted support to help children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to develop their communication skills. A staff member has completed a Makaton course, and the learning is used to support children who need extra support with communication and language. Outdoor space Children help their friends put on their coats to go outside. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews 4.3 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIFLs5fKa1dTqc2AMuUh_4d54N-tG0mGQeJDfqpJOrFmw0Hjg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Lola Gray 4 months ago My daughter has only recently started and so far she is settling in with the staff and environment very well. As an anxious parent, I appreciate the messages and photo updates of what she is upto when there and having my questions answered when asked. Please keep up with great work you are all doing. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsck5WSnZOa05wZEVRMGRVZGFaREUzTXpGVWVtYxAB!2m1!1s0x4879e8fd2a60eb0b:0xab3f9858e63818b6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLqi2GuvKj_EznosPTyktVd_tiDawrTvFV-SKjUOqYv-OSBHw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sara Spybey 8 months ago Our daughter has just finished her time at Children's 1st Toton ready to start school and I can honestly say we have been blown away with this nursery. The activities, events, graduation etc everything is always thought out so well and always so many extra details - I know compared to my friends nursery experiences elsewhere, this place by far excels. Every single team member we have come across over the last few years has been so nice, her room leaders Megan, Tegyn and Gabby have been wonderful and we can always tell how much fun she has and how caring they are to her. Special mention to Miss Katiee who has been our daughter's teacher, it is clear how much genuine love and kindness you have shown our daughter and for that we are forever grateful, we will miss you all. From Ariella and Mum & Dad 😊 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pOcFRFcHFVWFJWY3poeWRtUkhPVk13VVRKbWVuYxAB!2m1!1s0x4879e8fd2a60eb0b:0xab3f9858e63818b6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKeyQa_YYIWvOObhBAmgcrAC-UihxgsD4tGELybh0g_1hZGfQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) chloe kautz 10 months ago Highly recommend this nursery! My daughter has been there since she was 9 months old and will soon be going to school. She has made amazing memories. The staff are always there to help and gone the extra mile when needed. My daughter is ready for school but she is going to really miss all the staff and the nursery. she has just recently had her graduation which was an amazing event and a great way to end her nursery journey. Thank you for everything you have done :) [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GMVJUQlhSRUphVW1OR1RGQXRUVVp0YldWRU4yYxAB!2m1!1s0x4879e8fd2a60eb0b:0xab3f9858e63818b6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVTHsWYFP0-vNFqa6ILj1yNNQXHhEoDERy1dXt1j2U_zIBER0w0fA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Rachel Gurevitch 9 months ago My son absolutely loves it here! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aeVVuRnFiMHB1TlZVemRGOXlOMVl4TTBaR1NVRRAB!2m1!1s0x4879e8fd2a60eb0b:0xab3f9858e63818b6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUg2tLkQdy3K6bbORroUVuLNuOA3156mhR8ysIQmIYCuLNPmL4i=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Stephen Mason 2 weeks ago We were invited for a tour, the place wasn’t even open and the gate was locked. Travelled there from Long Eaton for nothing, despite receiving email reminders about our tour. Unfortunately living up to the Children 1st name. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pad1lsTTRZbTVOTTBadVlYQkdRbWQzYWpnMFJFRRAB!2m1!1s0x4879e8fd2a60eb0b:0xab3f9858e63818b6) Reviews from Google for Children 1st @ Toton. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12339749011605428406&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2011 - March 2022 Good - November 2013 Outstanding - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Children 1st @ Toton ### What are the opening hours at Children 1st @ Toton? ### What is Children 1st @ Toton working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Toton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Children 1st @ Toton. - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.5 mi ### Little Plums Nursery Long Eaton Nottingham · NG10 2BZ 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-plums-nursery-long-eaton-ng10-2bz-2787858) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Busy Bees Toton, Nottingham Nottingham · NG9 6PZ 4.6(10 reviews) ](/nursery/treetops-toton-ng9-6pz-ey282318) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### St. Laurence Pre-school and Club 11 Nottingham · NG10 1JH 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/st-laurence-pre-school-and-club-11-ltd-ng10-1jh-257860) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Children 1st @ Main Street Nottingham · NG10 1GR 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/children-1st-main-street-ng10-1gr-206217) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The Elms Nursery Nottingham · NG10 4AD 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-elms-nursery-ng10-4ad-ey434603) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Children 1st @ Derby Road Nottingham · NG10 4AX 4.7(14 reviews) ](/nursery/children-1st-derby-road-ng10-4ax-ey239316) [See all nurseries in Toton →](/search?q=Toton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=children-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. Copy link[](https://wa.me/?text=Children%201st%20%40%20Toton%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice%20https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on WhatsApp")[](https://www.facebook.com/dialog/send?link=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613&app_id=140586622674265&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on Messenger")[](mailto:?subject=Children%201st%20%40%20Toton&body=I%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested%20in%20this%20nursery%3A%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on Email")[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on Facebook")[](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Children%201st%20%40%20Toton%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice&url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on X")[](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613 "Share on LinkedIn")[](https://www.reddit.com/submit?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613&title=Children%201st%20%40%20Toton "Share on Reddit")[](https://t.me/share/url?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fchildren-1st-toton-ng9-6he-258613&text=Children%201st%20%40%20Toton%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice "Share on Telegram") This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. [Learn more](/about-our-data) Report an issue [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/) The independent UK nursery directory. Built with Ofsted data, kept current weekly. For parents - [Search nurseries](/search) - [Parent Hub](/parent-hub) - [Saved nurseries](/saved) - [Compare](/compare) For nurseries - [Promote Your Nursery](/for-nurseries) - [Claim a listing](/claim) - [Nursery dashboard](/owner) - [Sign in](/auth) Browse by location - [London](/nurseries/london) - [South East](/nurseries/south-east) - [North West](/nurseries/north-west) - [West Midlands](/nurseries/west-midlands) - [Yorkshire](/nurseries/yorkshire-and-the-humber) - [See all regions →](/nurseries) About - [About us](/about-us) - [Editorial policy](/parent-hub/editorial-standards) - [Contact us](/contact) - [Blog](/blog) - Data sources: Ofsted MI, GIAS [](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590427415951)[](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nurseryadvice-co-uk)[](https://uk.pinterest.com/NurseryAdvice/) Ofsted data & reports Inspection reports, ratings and provider details displayed on this site are sourced from [Ofsted](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/) and contain public sector information published under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Nursery Advice is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ofsted or any government body. © 2026 Better Search Limited (company no. 17209315), trading as Nursery Advice. All rights reserved. Contact: [hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk](mailto:hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk). [Terms of service](/terms)[Privacy policy](/privacy)Made for parents.