Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate

13 Knighton Grange Road, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2LF
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9.9 188 Reviews
  • Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate, Leicester
Nursery Rhymes – Stoneygate, Day nursery and Pre-school, is an award-winning Nursery providing outstanding childcare where your child will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities in a unique family run home from home setting.

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate opened under the group name of Nursery Rhymes - Leicester in 2009 and provides quality day care for babies and children from 6 months – 6 years of age in a safe & secure setting, complemented by the nursery's state-of-the-art authorised door entry system and CCTV.

The unique property, on the exclusive leafy Knighton Grange Road bordering Stoneygate and Oadby, is only a 5-10 minute drive from Leicester City Centre along the main (A6) London Road.

Provisions include ICT, quiet room, art and craft, cooking and gardening, music and movement, French, forest schools, singing and stories, water and sand activities and role play.

Your child will be lovingly cared for by qualified, enthusiastic & dedicated staff in a stimulating environment led by the manager who is NNEB qualified and has 14 years' experience in childcare working with children in day nurseries, family centres and schools.

The majority of the great team have been with the setting for well over 5 years, with many being a part of the "Rhymes team" for over 10 years!
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Funding & Fees

Full Day £83.00 (8am-6pm)

5% Full week discount
5% sibling discount
Childcare Funding available for ages 9 months plus
Tax Free Childcare accepted
Our Fees are reviewed annually and notice of at least 1 month is given to any fee changes

Contact Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate to get a personalised quote.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Claire (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 70

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Parking available on site or on the street with no restrictions.

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate Reviews (188)

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Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate has 188 reviews.

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Review from B C (Grandmother of Child) published on 18 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak highly enough of Nursery Rhymes. My granddaughter Ayaana, now 16 months old, has attended for around 9 months and the progress she has made is wonderful to see.


The staff are incredible, caring, attentive and excellent at encouraging learning through engaging activities tailored to

each child. They truly understand Ayaana and the communication has been reassuring from the very start.


When I collect her, staff especially Vicky, Chloe and Amberly always speak so fondly of Ayaana. She often wants to stay with them, which says everything about how happy and loved she feels. Regular updates and photos give us a real peace of mind.


As a grandma, I feel completely reassured knowing Ayaana is safe, cared for and thriving.
A heartfelt thank you to all the wonderful staff at Nursery Rhymes.

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Review from Nicole C (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl started at this nursery in June 2025 and we honestly couldn't be happier with our choice. The staff are incredibly caring and nurturing, and it's clear they genuinely love and care for the children.


The communication is excellent. We receive regular updates throughout the day via

the app, which is so reassuring as a parent. Handover at drop-off and pick-up is always thorough and thoughtful, and we feel fully informed about our child's day.


Most importantly, our baby has formed such a genuine bond with the staff, which speaks volumes about the warmth and environment of the nursery and also of the individuals that work here especially Vicky, Chloé, Lucy & Amberley. We feel completely confident leaving our child in their care and would highly recommend this nursery to any parent.

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Review from Hannah P (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at this nursery. The staff are caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children's wellbeing and development. Our child has settled in beautifully from the start and is always happy and excited to attend, which says everything.


The nursery provides

a safe, nurturing environment with a great balance of structured learning and play. Activities are engaging, age-appropriate, and clearly designed to support early development and confidence. Communication with parents is excellent - we're kept well informed about our child's progress, daily activities, and any milestones.


It's reassuring to know our child is so well looked after, and we feel confident leaving them in such capable and kind hands. We would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a supportive, friendly, and professional setting for their child.

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Review from Xina M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Nursery Rhymes for 5 months (joined at 12 months). He absolutely loves the babyroom and the staff are wonderful. I have picked friends' children up from various nurseries over the years and this one is head and shoulders above any others that I have been to. I feel that rather that
simply just being looked after, Wilf is very much being nurtured. We look forward to seeing him continue to develop in the toddler room
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Review from Sanah C (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled from the baby room into the toddler room seamlessly. A particular staff member has been absolutely fabulous and he has such a great rapport with her! He absolutely loves his time at nursery.


Nursery Rhymes is the best choice I made for my son!


Thank you so much for all of your

hard work in creating the best learning through play environment for the children.
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Review from Poppy C (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My baby has been with Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate since around September 2024. After visiting various nurseries across Leicester and reading hundreds of reviews for various places, it was a no-brainer to join Nursery Rhymes. Out of all of the places I visited, this one stood out from the crowd!
I was
so apprehensive for my baby to start nursery, but I was made to feel at ease and the transition was almost seamless, which was fantastic. My son has grown even further in confidence and excelling in all areas of development and the team at Nursery Rhymes have been a huge support for my son, me and my partner. My little boy looks forward to going to nursery and has an amazing relationship with all of the staff there. I could not recommend them enough!
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been attending Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate since he was 9 months old (he's now 2 and a half) and we couldn't be happier with every aspect of care provided.
All members of staff are friendly, enthusiastic and take a genuine interest in his growth and development. The food on offer is healthy
and all specific requirements have been met without any trouble whatsoever. Various other milestones and requests have also been handled with patience and consistency, such as toilet training, health requirements and nap times.
We will soon be sending our daughter without hesitation and would recommend the nursery to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy childcare option.
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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate have been great at helping our baby settle in and thrive. We've noticed great improvements in her gross motor skills since she started as they provide a safe environment to encourage and motivate movement. The staff are all very friendly and the nursery has a real family
feel.
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Review from Mahek P (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has thrived at Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate. The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, creating a nurturing environment where she feels safe and loved. We receive regular updates and photos, keeping us well-informed about her daily experiences. The activities are engaging and well-balanced,
promoting significant growth in her social skills and language development. The facilities are top-notch, with a beautiful outdoor space and delicious, nutritious meals. Nursery Rhymes is more than just a nursery; it's a supportive and enriching home away from home. Highly recommended!
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Review from F I (Father of Child) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate since she was 10 months old, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. The staff are exceptionally caring and have created a nurturing environment where she feels safe and loved. We've noticed significant advancements in her social skills
and language development, which we attribute to the diverse activities and attentive guidance provided. The nursery maintains excellent communication with parents, keeping us well-informed about her daily experiences and progress. We highly recommend Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate to any parent seeking a supportive and enriching setting for their child.
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Review from Nabila O (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The best place for my son! The staff are wonderful and attentive to all needs. The place is super welcoming and loving. I couldn't ask for better. It's more than just a nursery, it's a sweet and welcoming home for my baby. The entire staff are wonderful!
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Review from Niki P (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so glad we chose Nursery Rhymes for our child! The staff in the baby room have been absolutely amazing. After an initially hesitant start, our child has settled in beautifully, thanks to the warmth and care of the friendly team.
The regular photo updates are such a highlight for us as parents,
letting us see just how happy and engaged our child is. It's wonderful to see them enjoying such a variety of activities, eating delicious home-cooked meals, and napping well.
We couldn't be happier with the nurturing environment at Nursery Rhymes!
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Review from Shaveta K (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! They have been absolutely great with my little one. All the staff are super friendly and show a lot of love and care towards the kids. They are passionate about what they do! Can't recommend them enough!
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Review from D W (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, my child is so so happy here. The most caring and nurturing environment. Staff are very warm, compassionate and very attentive and attuned to my child's needs.
It has been great to watch my daughter grow in confidence, we receive comprehensive communication, observations and insights
around her wellbeing, educational development with all activities carried out in a friendly, fun manner.
We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful preschool/nursery.
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Review from Sameera M (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A nursery/preschool should be a place where you feel confident enough to leave your child in a safe, healthy and happy environment and where you know your child will be looked after by the people working there. This nursery ticked all the boxes for us. From the moment you walk in you can feel a sense
of calm which says a lot about a place with lots of children playing. Our little girl started preschool when she was around 3 and a half years old so we were nervous about her settling in considering she had never been in this sort of environment but she managed to thrive after only a few settling-in sessions. The staff work with you to cater to the needs of your child and you feel your child is in capable and safe hands. After seeing more than 6 or 7 nurseries, we were glad to have chosen Nursery Rhymes for our daughter.
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Review from S I (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery and fantastic staff. Great support from our key workers. They have a great approach to play and learning and the team are always willing to support your child in their development. My daughter has learnt so much through her time at Nursery Rhymes and has so many stories and songs to
tell me about when she gets home. The outdoor facilities are great too!
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot express how amazing Nursery Rhymes is and how incredibly nurturing our journey with our daughter has been here. She started in the baby room at 6 months old and seeing her grow and develop as she now starts the transition from the toddler room to preschool is everything we could have hoped
for and more. The staff are incredible and I genuinely feel like it is one big family. We can't wait to see what the next adventure brings!
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Review from Vaishali T (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so pleased that we chose this nursery. Me and my husband remember coming to see it and knowing our daughter needed to come here, every child was so happy and that has remained true for every single week that our daughter has been here. The staff are really considerate and take all the hard work
off you. When our daughter started in the baby room all the staff made the transition super easy and gave us thorough updates throughout the day. When the time came for our daughter to move to the toddler room again it was made super easy and she settled really quickly. Her key worker gives us a thorough update over lunchtime with lots of pictures and our daughter is always laughing and having fun, she eats well at the nursery and sleeps well better than what she does at home. Her development has significantly improved and we are always told what the nursery are working on with her and we do the same at home. I can't thank the staff enough!
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Review from Harpreet K (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Baby number two and we are extremely happy with the continued high-quality care from the nursery. The staff are wonderful and it's great to see the same staff members in the toddler room as we had with our eldest, making the drop-offs with baby 2 easier and familiar.
One of the staff has been wonderful
with our baby and the bond they have is lovely.
Very happy with our decision to send our children to Nursery Rhymes.
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Review from G B (Father of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very impressed with the nursery and the assigned key workers. Our child loves going to nursery and looks forward to it every day she is there. I have been pleased with the level of information we get throughout the day and the high level of oversight provided daily. I feel like the key worker really
cares for our child and feel very happy leaving her with them each morning. Thank you for making it as smooth as possible on handovers and collection times.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.930)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10 for Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.930 for Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate is calculated as follows: ( (281 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 300 Ratings = 4.93
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 70 number of registered child places is 14, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (10)

Meet the Team (12)

Karen

Karen Marks

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2009

NNEB Diploma in Childcare
10 years experience in Social Services,
Day Care and Foundation Stage in Primary Schools

Claire

Claire

Job Title: Assistant Manager Joined: 2016

Claire – Assistant Manager / Toddler Room Leader

Preena

Preena Mistry

Job Title: Toddler Room Leader Joined: 2010

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Amberley

Amberley Vassey

Job Title: Baby Room Leader Joined: 2014

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Jasmine

Jasmine

Job Title: Pre-School Leader Joined: 2016

Pre-School Leader Level 6 - Early Years Teacher

Sabrina

Sabrina

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2010

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Sian

Sian

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2017

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Iain

Iain

Job Title: Head Chef Joined: 2016

Head Chef at Nursery Rhymes - Leicester

Phoebe

Phoebe

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2017

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Klaudia

Klaudia

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2018

Nursery Practitioner Level 5

Chloe

Chloe

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2018

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Emma

Emma

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2019

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Frequently Asked Questions about Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate

What is the Age Range of Children that Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate accepts?

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate Open?

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate have capacity for?

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate has capacity for a total of 70 Children.

How far is Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate to the centre of Leicester?

2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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