--- title: "Kids Planet Heaton Mersey Nursery, Stockport | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kids-planet-heaton-mersey-sk4-3ea-2670579 description: "Kids Planet Heaton Mersey, a nursery in Stockport — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Kids Planet Heaton Mersey Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · 4.8 (4 Google reviews) · Blade House, Battersea Road, Stockport, SK4 3EA · Stockport Number of places 97 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Stockport ## About this day nursery Kids Planet Heaton Mersey offers exceptional childcare and early education in a welcoming, purpose-built setting. Catering to children from babies to preschoolers, the day nursery provides a nurturing "home-from-home" atmosphere where children feel secure, inspired, and excited to learn. Its location on a nature reserve, with convenient transport links to Stockport and Manchester, allows for extensive outdoor exploration. Babies and toddlers enjoy tranquil riverside walks, while older children engage in weekly Woodland Adventures, including den building and outdoor picnics, promoting resilience, independence, and curiosity. Daily physical play, a dedicated allotment for gardening with the "Grandparents Gardening Club," and an Outdoor Classroom further enhance the learning experience. The day nursery emphasises nature-inspired learning and fosters meaningful connections with families and the community, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive and shine. Our ethos Our passionate and experienced team creates a nurturing, home-from-home environment where children feel secure, inspired, and excited to learn. I am passionate about all things early years and strive to provide high-quality childcare that not only supports our children, but parents and my team as well. I am proud of our strong curriculum, and I am very passionate about creating lots of magical spaces full of awe & wonder that the children can explore while here with us at Heaton Mersey. What it's like Staff provide a calm and nurturing environment where children thrive, are happy and secure. Staff skilfully role model high expectations, using toys to talk about feelings and kindness. Children demonstrate care and concern for others and show extremely positive attitudes to learning new things. Nature-based learning Forest School activities Purpose-built facility Community involvement ## Pricing & funding 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, 52 weeks of the year Age range babies to preschoolers Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kids Planet Heaton Mersey Last inspected 8 December 2023 · Joanne Buckley 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 Inspector highlights - Staff help children to think critically through well-thought-out questions, encouraging them to describe their understanding and become skilful communicators. - The manager has designed a curriculum that considers the developmental needs of the children, and staff use interactions to build on prior learning. - Staff successfully support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to make good progress. - Experiences to develop children's large-muscle movements are embedded throughout the setting, encouraging babies to develop skills for walking and helping older children manage risks. - The manager and her staff promote healthy living, with daily access to fresh air and discussions about hydration and appropriate clothing. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to implement the intended learning intentions consistently during everyday experiences to extend children's skills and knowledge even further. Inspection #10312867 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237832) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents express how staff make every child feel special and unique. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff successfully support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to make good progress. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) and staff work closely with parents and external agencies to help ensure targets are precisely tailored to develop children's individual needs. Children are making vast improvements from their starting points. Outdoor space Children have daily access to fresh air in the engaging outdoor area or during walks in the local community. Children climb ladders to build 'skyscrapers', and they actively explore the local woodlands on their outdoor learning trips, developing positive attitudes to being active. ## Google Reviews of Kids Planet Heaton Mersey 4.8 (4 Google reviews) Nabeela hamid a year ago Many thanks to Steven who was the previous manager always welcoming. Big shout out to Jyoti, Laylah, Amy, Rozina and Michael(who has left). Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBMm92VTh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb30229116345:0x7b717430d5dfaa9) Natty G 7 years ago Our son has been going to Snuggle Bums Day Nursery for about a month now. We are quite impressed by the friendly staff who always strive to always accommodate our questions and queries. Our son settled quite quickly as it was his first time going to a nursery. I cannot recommend them enough.. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZX3I2Z05BEAE!2m1!1s0x487bb30229116345:0x7b717430d5dfaa9) Nicola Clare 3 weeks ago Wonderful hard working staff Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxbWMzWmxlbEJ0V1c1a05XVTVPVGt3UTNOaFNuYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bb30229116345:0x7b717430d5dfaa9) Rebecca 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3Z28zWjV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb30229116345:0x7b717430d5dfaa9) Reviews from Google for Kids Planet Heaton Mersey. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=555938655758056105&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 8 December 2023 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237832) ## Frequently asked about Kids Planet Heaton Mersey ### What is Kids Planet Heaton Mersey's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Kids Planet Heaton Mersey? ### What are the opening hours for Kids Planet Heaton Mersey? ### What kind of outdoor experiences does Kids Planet Heaton Mersey offer? ### Does Kids Planet Heaton Mersey support children with special educational needs? ### Does Kids Planet Heaton Mersey have a unique approach to learning? ### Is Kids Planet Heaton Mersey a 'home-from-home' environment? ### How can I contact Kids Planet Heaton Mersey? ## About the setting Kids Planet Heaton Mersey registered in 2022 and is located in Stockport. The nursery employs 29 members of childcare staff, with 18 holding level 3 or above qualifications and two holding level 2. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round from 7.30am to 6pm and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 2670579 Registered person Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Not applicable ## Nearby day nurseries in Stockport Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kids Planet Heaton Mersey. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Kiddie Kloud Nursery Stockport · SK4 3GN 4.9(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kiddie-kloud-nursery-sk4-3gn-ey551833 - Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Dove Tree Montessori Nursery Heaton Mersey · SK4 3AY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dove-tree-montessori-nursery-limited-sk4-3ay-2779937 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### 0-2-5 Nursery Stockport · SK4 3JT https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/0-2-5-nursery-ltd-sk4-3jt - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Heatons Didsbury Road Stockport · SK4 2AE https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-heatons-preschool-and-day-nursery-sk4-2ae-ey557725 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Didsbury Childminding Services Manchester · M20 5NF 4.9(29 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/didsbury-childminding-services-m20-5nf-ey494792 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Peeps Cheadle · SK8 2DP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-peeps-sk8-2dp-ey543259 See all nurseries in Stockport →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Stockport ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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