Opening hours
7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
Kids Planet Appleton Thorn
Ofsted: Good
(May 2024)
Number of places
81 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2024
Local authority
Warrington
About this day nursery
Kids Planet Appleton Thorn, located in Warrington, offers childcare for children aged 0-4 years, operating all year round from 7:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 20 May 2024.
The warm and responsive staff foster strong relationships with children and families, creating a welcoming and homely environment, as noted by parents. The manager and team focus on promoting children's personal, social, emotional, and physical development, preparing them for later life.
They effectively identify developmental gaps through assessments, and the experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator collaborates closely with parents, staff, and outside agencies to provide tailored support for children with SEND. Children enjoy exploring a well-organised space, engaging in imaginative play and benefiting from activities that build on their interests.
The curriculum encourages communication skills, a love of reading, and understanding emotions. Children also participate in regular walks in the local community, learning about nature and interacting with various people and places.
Weekly yoga sessions contribute to children's physical development and overall well-being, promoting excellent core strength, coordination, agility, and confidence.
What it's like
The warm, responsive staff greet children as they happily arrive at the setting. Staff form strong relationships with the children and families in their care. The manager and her team have clear expectations for children's learning. They focus on promoting children's personal, social, emotional and physical development. This prepares children for later life.
Strong relationshipsChild-centred activitiesFocus on communicationPhysical developmentSEND supportCommunity engagement
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Key facts
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Kids Planet Appleton Thorn
Last inspected 20 May 2024 · Liz Thomson
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
The warm, responsive staff greet children as they happily arrive at the setting. Staff form strong relationships with the children and families in their care. The manager and her team have clear expectations for children's learning. They focus on promoting children's personal, social, emotional and physical development. This prepares children for later life.
Inspector highlights
- Staff promote children's communication skills and love of reading.
- Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour, which is reflected in their positive behaviour.
- Staff offer great opportunities for children to improve their physical development and well-being, including weekly yoga sessions.
- Leaders have embedded effective assessments to swiftly identify any gaps in children's development.
- Strong partnerships with parents contribute to children's development and ensure they stay well informed.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to specifically build on what children need to learn next, through the planning of activities.
Inspection #10339468 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the setting. They comment on how staff create a welcoming and homely environment for children.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Leaders have embedded effective assessments so that any gaps in children's development are swiftly identified. The experienced and knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator works closely with parents, staff and outside agencies to plan and implement shared strategies. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive tailored support and resources to support their needs. This helps children with SEND to make the best possible progress.
Outdoor space
Children learn about nature and the world around them. For example, they enjoy regular walks in the local community, where they interact with a range of people and places.
Parent Reviews of Kids Planet Appleton Thorn
5.0
(4)
Marcus Nicholson
2 years ago
Amazing nursery in a nice setting. No issues in 6 years. Staff very friendly and great at their jobs. Whilst welcoming new staff members, they don’t have high staff turnover so always familiar faces. Seem to invest in their staff with qualifications etc. Both of my daughters thoroughly enjoyed their time here and couldn’t ask for a better overall nursery / preschool. As the children progress, they focus more on learning but retain a fun element to keep the preschoolers engaged. It’s almost a shame my kids are now school age and have to move on! Have a tour, you won’t be disappointed. 5*
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nicholasdanny69
2 years ago
Fantastic building, facilities, staff and activities, give them a pay rise 😍👍🏽
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Laura Wilcox
7 years ago
Have really help my little girl settle in and develop. She loves going to nursery.
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Lucy
4 years ago
Wonderful nursery in Appleton Thorn. Our little girl settled so quickly thanks to the passionate, caring and wonderful staff. The nursery is situated within lovely green space so there is lots of time for outdoor play. Our little girl loves the yoga den in the pre school.
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Inspection history
Date: May 2024
- June 2024Good
- May 2024Good
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