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My son loves coming here and has excelled with his speech and development since starting! Massive thank you to all the staff for treating our children like their own!", "datePublished": "2023-10-31T14:43:08.054261Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Vicky Lindsay" }, "reviewBody": "Amazing nursery, our little girl is so happy at Tiny Turners. The staff are lovely and I'm so pleased with our choice after worrying about leaving her. 5*", "datePublished": "2023-11-01T08:05:32.730529Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Yasmine Gilbert" }, "reviewBody": "My son is always treated so well at this nursery. He has lots of room to play and thrives due to the relationships he's built with the staff and other children. Would recommend!", "datePublished": "2023-11-03T16:40:51.799229Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dawn Griffiths" }, "reviewBody": "Friendly staff always there to support both parent and child. 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Kids Planet Darlington # Kids Planet Darlington Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 5.0 (6 parent reviews) · 63a Brinkburn Road, Darlington, DL3 6DX · Darlington **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered May 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places 64 places Age range — Last inspected — Local authority Darlington About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kids Planet Darlington is a welcoming nursery situated on Brinkburn Road, conveniently located opposite the Brinkburn Pub and adjacent to the local church. The nursery is easily accessible, with onsite parking and a bus stop directly outside, and is just a short walk from Cockerton shopping village. The facility boasts five thoughtfully designed rooms, catering to children from babies through to preschoolers, each equipped with high-quality resources to promote learning through play. A large outdoor garden provides an adventurous space with a stage, sensory zone, and imaginative equipment. The nursery is dedicated to fostering joyful early experiences, supported by a caring and qualified team. Jackie McCreath, the nursery manager, is passionate about building positive relationships with families and enhancing outdoor learning spaces to challenge children as they reach important milestones. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 18:00, 51 weeks a year. Outdoor Learning Nutritious Meals All-inclusive Fees Experienced Staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk/parents/funded-childcare/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 18:00, 51 weeks of the year Food Nutritious meals and snacks are included, catering to all dietary needs. ## Parent Reviews of Kids Planet Darlington 5.0 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIoPJV_ZDd8HqTDp8muYdB1qlEg77kDiYGF6Ps9CU3V0enRmg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Autumn Appleton 2 years ago Amazing nursery, with friendly staff and brilliant facilities. My son loves coming here and has excelled with his speech and development since starting! Massive thank you to all the staff for treating our children like their own! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGM2ZTeWlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e9bbe34584eb5:0xda881c9164407682) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVoyHZkAJ16tKS1FXCV8H4ddKnvHcnj0QyoH9ctsz8Y7nZH5iCtbw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vicky Lindsay 2 years ago Amazing nursery, our little girl is so happy at Tiny Turners. The staff are lovely and I'm so pleased with our choice after worrying about leaving her. 5\* [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGdzRuSHpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e9bbe34584eb5:0xda881c9164407682) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL3gsYfew88lOTIXW2hmbXoPO3qZtVj9sPaszn-297BP7NnWw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Yasmine Gilbert 2 years ago My son is always treated so well at this nursery. He has lots of room to play and thrives due to the relationships he's built with the staff and other children. Would recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGcDU3UWtRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e9bbe34584eb5:0xda881c9164407682) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIO1JZSkKC2PrkYRpuMRMm4LOCzl2ZyxZthjbuMvNaqG1TUzA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dawn Griffiths 2 years ago Friendly staff always there to support both parent and child. My daughter has come on loads with her talking since starting tiny turners and really enjoys her day [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGbmM3QUF3EAE!2m1!1s0x487e9bbe34584eb5:0xda881c9164407682) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVh2HCZN7N628WWG-2ckDOePP_3sVrx7be87FoQcVZWge2eoxXe=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dony Joseph 6 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ka1FsbzRheTFqV0ZKSVZIRnlVVmxvZEU5cWQxRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e9bbe34584eb5:0xda881c9164407682) Reviews from Google for Kids Planet Darlington. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15746867507878721154&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kids Planet Darlington [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2838554)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2838554) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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