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Day Nurseries Owned by Kids 1st Nurseries
Kids 1st Nurseries own a range of purpose-built nurseries across the North East of England. Parents can feel confident that each nursery offers a fully secure and hygienic environment and provides the ideal setting where learning and development thrive.
Kids 1st aim to help children reach their early years potential and ensure they are well-prepared for eventual full-time education.
Each nursery is set up to help children achieve good learning in a wide range of subjects, while enjoying good nutrition and relationships with staff who are regularly appraised to ensure their methods remain skilled and up-to-date.
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"My experience with kids 1st hexham over the several months that my daughter has been at the nursery has been very positive, from security…"
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Kids 1st Hexham is located behind Hexham General Hospital and provides care for children who are encouraged to take advantage of a wide range of play resources and group activities for the early ... Read more
"I wanted to take a moment to thank a particular staff member for the incredible support and guidance that has been provided to my…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Bowesfield, located in Stockton-on-Tees provide a warm and wonderful environment within their purpose-built nursery.
The passionate team strive to support your child’s development ... Read more
"Kids 1st Wynyard have been absolutely amazing in settling my little boy at nursery. The facilities are great and the staff are fantastic.…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Wynyard makes a crucial contribution to parents in Billingham and has a team of skilled and experienced professionals support and care for children from the Billingham area.
Staff strive ... Read more
"My twins have been at the nursery just over a year and the staff have all been absolutely fantastic. I'm amazed when I go in for drop off…"
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Kids 1st Day Durham has been purpose-built to provide secure and efficient childcare, suiting the needs of parents with busy itineraries while providing a fun, stimulating and creative environment in ... Read more
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Kids 1st Low Fell
2 Telford Close, Saltwell Business Park, Low Fell, Gateshead NE9 5AT
"Kids 1st Low Fell is a fantastic nursery and our daughter loves attending! Amy and the rest of the staff are brilliant. They are really…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Low Fell is a purpose-built nursery catering from children aged from birth to five-years-old.
The nursery is split into rooms that are age dependent and take into consideration the ... Read more
"I am extremely pleased with Kids 1st Jesmond. My 2 boys settled in very well and love their time there. The boys have a very good…"
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105 Places
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Day Nursery
Kids 1st Jesmond nursery offers children a welcoming and supportive learning environment where they are nurtured and guided through their early years.
With multiple rooms, tailored to suit each ... Read more
"Fantastic nursery, the staff are amazing, they really care about the children and their wellbeing. All of the staff know each of the…"
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78 Places
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Kids 1st Ferndene provide a safe, warm and welcoming environment with excellent quality childcare in Darlington.
Formerly known as Ferndene Nursery, it is situated in what was once a large ... Read more
"We can't praise Busy Bees enough! After a really tough year at another nursery in Sunderland, we moved our son here and the change was…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Sunderland, situated close to the city centre of Sunderland, provides quality childcare in a happy and stimulating environment. The nursery consists of multiple age-specific rooms, each ... Read more
"The baby room (Starfish One) is amazing. They have helped my son (and I) settle into nursery really well. They are super supportive,…"
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115 Places
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Kids 1st Sunderland, Cleadon provides a flexible nursery service, with a facility made up of six open-plan rooms which allow a wide range of learning and many different play activities to take place; ... Read more
"Our youngest daughter has just left Kids 1st West Park Darlington. She attended since 2020, and our older daughter attended from 2018. We…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Darlington is a modern and flexible nursery that looks to treat every child as an individual throughout their early years, while supporting parents in a friendly and welcoming ... Read more
"Fabulous nursery. My grandson has been there for a year now and he has come along so far with his development. No complaints with any staff…"
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112 Places
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Kids 1st Wansbeck is a purpose-built nursery providing care and education for children aged three months to five-years-old.
Located within the grounds of Wansbeck General Hospital in Ashington, ... Read more
"Speaking of behalf of my wife and I, I am happy to express that we couldn’t be more happy with the care our children who are twins, receive…"
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Kids 1st Day Rake Lane was the first Kids 1st nursery in the group of North East nurseries and has consistently maintained a refreshing and secure approach towards childcare and early years ... Read more
"My experience with the Kids 1st Gosforth nursery has so far been very positive. I find the staff to be very understanding, caring and…"
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108 Places
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Kids 1st Gosforth offers a friendly childcare service, to both children and parents, with a range of play resources and enclosed gardens, together with lessons in specific subjects, such as language ... Read more
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Kids 1st QE
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Sheriff Hill, Gateshead NE9 6SX
"The care love and attention the nursery has shown for both myself and my daughter has been outstanding! I suffered from postnatal…"
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Kids 1st QE is a purpose-built nursery providing a childcare service to staff and families at Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
The nursery is split into rooms depending on age group and stage of ... Read more
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Full Day Care
Kids 1st Quorum
Quorum Business Park, Benton Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8FB
"Kids 1st Quorum is an exceptional nursery. The staff are really fantastic, so patient and kind, and clearly care about all the children in…"
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Kids 1st Quorum is a Longbenton childcare facility offering an expert and versatile programme of early years education in an environment in which youngsters feel pleased to learn and express ... Read more
Nursery children thrive in this exceptional early years environment.
Staff are trained to meet children's needs.
The food is delicious and meets the nutritional needs of each child.
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Kids 1st Nurseries Reviews (793)
8.7
Kids 1st Nurseries has a Group Review Score of 8.7 (8.675) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Kids 1st Nurseries must have a Review Score.
from Richard K (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My experience with kids 1st hexham over the several months that my daughter has been at the nursery has been very positive, from security at the front door, updates throughout the day to dealing with my screaming child when dropping her off. She's settled in really well and I receive good communication
across the board, she's fed well, looked after and is learning things every day which is all I can ask for.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you for feedback. She had settled very well. Safety of our children is paramount to all of us.
from K M (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We've been really happy with Kids 1st since our daughter started attending. We get excellent communication every day both on the app and at pick up time, we love to see photos of what she's been up to. She's always full of smiles when we drop her off. The staff at the nursery are all warm, friendly
and helpful.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you she has settled well. I am glad you like the app
from Emily F (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
As a mum, finding the right nursery for my child was so important, and I'm so glad we found Kids 1st. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and reassured. The staff are all so caring and attentive, and my child has really thrived in their care.
I've been so impressed with the range of activities
they offer. My child always comes home with creative pieces about what they've been learning and doing, from arts and crafts to outdoor play. It's wonderful to see him developing new skills.
What I appreciate most is the individual attention each child receives. The staff really take the time to get to know each child's personality and needs, and they create a nurturing environment where they can flourish.
The nursery is always clean and well-organized, and I feel completely confident leaving my child in their care. The staff are always happy to answer any questions I have and provide updates on my child's day. I highly recommend Kids 1st nursery to any parent with a 9month - 2yr old.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you for this feedback and the lovely comments
from V G (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery! My little boy started here in September last year and he has thrived ever since! He loves being outside and the outdoor area is great for them especially in the nice weather and they take them outside as much as possible! All the staff are wonderful. Highly recommend
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you We are very lucky having three outdoor areas.
from Hannah K (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Kids 1st Low Fell is a fantastic nursery and our daughter loves attending! Amy and the rest of the staff are brilliant. They are really supportive and work hard at building good relationships with the parents as well as the kids. Our daughter has formed good bonds with the staff in her rooms and we
can tell she is well cared for. Food sounds lovely and is well varied! The new app is really helpful as well. Thank you!
from E M (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We love kids 1st, Hexham. Our son (now 16 months) has attended since he was 9 months old and has built such a special bond with the staff. He is so confident walking in to nursery in the morning and we receive excellent communication about how he has been throughout the day. The menu looks wonderful
and it is reassuring to know that our son has healthy meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner. We feel that our son is thriving at this nursery and wouldn't hesitating in recommending it to others looking for a nursery.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you we love the fact he is happy to come in every morning
from C R (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child is always happy at nursery and has made lots of friends. I am confident she is being given nutritious meals and is given the opportunity for outdoor play whenever the weather allows. Staff are friendly and provide a comprehensive summary of my child's day.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you I am pleased your child enjoys her meals
from Ashley S (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child loves being at nursery. She often talks about her favourite staff members at home, and tells me all about what she did at nursery with excitement. The food options are very healthy and widely varied. My child's vocabulary is stronger each day, and she says please and thank you for everything.
During difficult phases, the staff have shown incredible support and offered advice. Cannot recommend this nursery enough.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you gif your review. I know she loves nursery
from J B (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly, welcoming and supportive. They always communicate with us well and, really importantly, are very pragmatic about the care they give our daughter. We feel really happy and lucky to have Kids First in Hexham - they have made our daughter so welcome and show genuine care and affection
for her.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you I am so happy you are pleased with the care we give your child
from C O (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I think all the staff are lovely and very professional, they are very welcoming and I like how much information they send threw-out the day, all the meals are very healthy and a wide variety, I would recommend to everyone I know
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamI am pleased you like the new app letting you know how his day has been
from C H (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending kids first for a few months now and the staff are always really friendly! Leo comes home and tells me about all the fun activities they have been doing! Eleanor is a brilliant problem solver and is always there to solve an issue if you have one! All in all a very hard working
team!
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamHi Thank you for your review. Staff work hard to ensure children's needs are met
from C C (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our son thoroughly enjoys his time at nursery. He is excited to attend and comes home full of stories and enthusiasm about his day. He shares new things he has learned, which fills him full of questions and wonder. For me these are all signs that he is being cared for, stimulated and challenged. During
transitions from room to room, staff have made every effort to make him feel comfortable. They all know him by name, even staff who aren't based in his room. Any queries I have had have been answered and dealt with straight away. A particular mention to Danni in Seahorses room who was his first key worker and made those early days of leaving him for the first time, that bit easier. I often recommend the nursery to others and am really grateful for our time there.
from A M (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Kids First for the last 6 months and I couldnt be happier with my experience so far. My daughter is happy, well fed and developing extremely well.
Staff are kind and professional and have a great relationship with the children.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you for your review and your feedback regarding the food
from Chloe T (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My 13 month old daughter has only recently started at kids 1st. I have felt reassured from the staff and manager throughout the transition process. The app and feedback have helped reassure me throughout the settling in period and I feel comfortable with the approach from staff and myself with any questions
I have had. I have confidence it is the right setting to help her develop new skills and independence.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank You gif feedback. Those early days are so important.
from Cristina B (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience with this nursery and could not be happier with the care provided. From the very beginning, the staff have been welcoming, friendly, and professional, creating a warm and nurturing environment where children clearly feel safe and happy. The team are attentive and genuinely
caring, and it's clear they take the time to understand each child's individual needs and personality.
The nursery itself is clean, bright, and well organised, with a wide range of age-appropriate activities that support learning and development through play. Our child is always engaged and excited by the activities on offer, from creative play and outdoor time to structured learning sessions. We have seen a noticeable improvement in confidence, communication, and social skills in past months
Communication with parents is excellent. We are kept well informed about daily activities, progress, and milestones, which provides great reassurance. The staff are always approachable .
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you for the review. I am so happy you feel all staff are approachable
from Jane C (Grandmother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My grandson goes to the nursery and loves it, i have nothing bad to say at all the staff are fantastic. Easy to get in touch with when needed, good amount of feedback from sessions. And new app is easy to navigate.
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you Jane I'm so pleased you like the new app. He does enjoy nursery
from R F (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My child has been at kids first for 3 years now. She loves being there and is always happy to go in. The staff look after her really well and know how to meet her needs. They have worked hard to help her meet her developmental milestones
Reply from Eleanor Borrowdale, Centre Director at Kids 1st HexhamThank you. Lovely to read this review and you are still happy with the Care we give
from P R (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Busy Bees Low Fell for the past three years, and he absolutely loves it there. He has recently been diagnosed with some additional needs. The team have been responsive, understanding, and incredibly caring-constantly working with us to ensure his needs are fully met and that he continues
to thrive. It is clear that the staff genuinely care about his well-being. They have made thoughtful adjustments so he can access toys, learning activities, and the environment just as confidently as his peers. Their inclusive approach means he is treated the same as any other child, while still supporting him in the ways he needs.
Because of their dedication, our son has grown so much in confidence. He feels safe, secure, and happy at nursery. We feel truly supported and cared for by the whole team. They have listened to our suggestions and implemented changes almost overnight-we feel heard, reassured, and valued as parents. We cannot speak highly enough of the team.
from G R (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Excellent, caring staff that get to know the children so well. Low fell kids 1st demonstrates beautifully how every interaction counts, from the moment my little boy enters the door he is greeted so warmly by all of the staff, even the chef knows his name, its been great for his confidence. The staff
are fully invested in the kids here and you know you are in good hands. Amy is an excellent, professional, responsive and hands-on manager that is always there to talk to.
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