Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse

c/o Lofthouse Children's Centre, Long Thorpe Lane, Lofthouse, Wakefield WF3 3PS
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  • Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse, Wakefield
Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse is purpose-built and was opened by the group on 2008. Gardens for outdoor play, a sensory room and a community room are some of the additions that the innovative design included to make the most of all children's early years learning potential.

Sheltered outdoor area allows the nursery professionals to ensure that active play thrives, while there is even a 'magic garden' where children can learn more about growing fruit and vegetables.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Julie Spalding (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 52

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 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, 2 Training Days & 1 week at Christmas

Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse Reviews (113)

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Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse has a Review Score of 10 (9.958) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse has 113 reviews.

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Review from Mrs N W (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Daisy Chain for over 2 years now and she loves it. She has come on leaps and bounds since she started, and I cannot commend the staff highly enough, especially each key worker she has been assigned.
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Review from Sam (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery.


The ladies who work with my daughter are fantastic, always full of smiles in a morning and make a really big effort to get to know each individual.


Thank you.

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Review from Andrea (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Daisy Chain in Lofthouse since she was 12 months old and she is now 3.5 years old. Her key worker and the other staff in each room have been very good with her and have done everything they can to make her feel comfortable. I particularly like the fact that each room has its
own outside area. I would definitely recommend.
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Review from Lyndsey (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Daisy Chain Lofthouse is a warm welcoming setting and has allowed us to feel at ease having our daughter there while we go to work. Our daughter is currently in the Imps room and attends two afternoons per week. She is loving it and has settled so well. Now she is settled I would like her to be challenged
a little more, at home we practice colours, shapes, numbers and letters. She’s also very creative and loves to draw/paint which she is also doing at nursery. She also loves to sing. The girls are brilliant at what they do and I’m confident she is getting the right care and attention. However, I think maybe a few tabletop activities and stimulating resources would be ideal. I would also like to see her taking part in group activities too such as singing and story telling.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery in terms of learning and child achieving. We have seen our child thrive and gain so much confidence.


Our child is still having accidents when in nursery care, this is something that only ever regresses at nursery. I appreciate that my child should say when they need the loo but

this is also the responsibility of the nursery workers who have our child in their care.
However, I would struggle to find a nursery that compared and I love the things that nursery do with our child. Our child loves his days at Daisy Chain.
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Review from Ram V (Father of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Daisy Chain has been great so far. They have helped our son to learn and grow as well as helping and guiding me and my other half along the way.


It’s been great to get ongoing practical advice during challenging times from tantrums to potty training! The manager and her staff

really look out for us and are so caring, they keep us updated with activities in the nursery and how our kid is doing. We have noticed an improvement in our child's interaction, he is confident and sociable and swiftly adjusts to the surroundings. Thank you Daisy Chain and all the staff working there for taking care of us! I would definitely recommend this nursery, you won’t be left disappointed. Great Facilities, location and helpful staff. I will certainly recommend.
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Review from N N (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Daisy Chain has always provided excellent care for my daughter. The nursery makes use of its outdoor space and provides a range of stimulating activities for the children. The staff always make everyone feel welcome and they go out of their way to make each child feel special. The nursery management
keeps us well informed of progress and arrange a number of activities to include parents. We are able to trace our daughter's development via their tapestry app and it also allows us real time updates on our daughters day.
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Review from Katie T (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Daisy Chain for a few months now and it has made a big difference to her confidence and personality. My daughter is much more out going and really enjoys attending nursery. She is always involved in all activities including a sports day held last month. All the staff are
very polite and friendly and I never have any issues or concerns about her at the nursery.
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Review from Heidi E (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy didn't start until he was nearly 2 years old, so it was quite hard for him and myself starting nursery. But as soon as we went to visit and met some of the staff I knew it would be fine. The staff are so nice here, all very friendly and warming, they make you feel at ease. The activities
they do with the children are great, both indoors and outdoors.
We get notifications when our child is doing fun things, even eating/sleeping so this is fab when you're sat a work worrying how they are getting on. The meals are great, such a good variety and all freshly made, the children are spoilt.
It's a very nice and warming place and feels very secure, they don't care how many times you call them to check up on your little one.
The fact that the staff are so nice has made it a lot easier to settle in.
Very happy mummy.
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Review from Martin M (Father of Child) published on 6 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team are great with the children and make sure they are included with everything. Both children we have there, have developed so much thanks to the staff and being around other children.
Daily reports and photos from their days at nursery are always good to see.
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Review from Claire Y (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two children - ages 1 and 3 - attend the nursery 4 days a week. We are consistently impressed with the standard of care, attentiveness and professionalism demonstrated by the staff. Daily activities are often planned in response to our childrens' interests and the staff invest time in building a
good relationship with the children and parents.


The manager is always open to and responsive to feedback and I must also give special mention to the cook who keeps our children well fed with a varied menu.


Overall, we would not hesitate to recommend the nursery to others.

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Review from Angela B (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have been really happy going to nursery. My eldest talks about the staff all the time and looks forward to going every week. I've always felt entirely comfortable leaving them and that the staff genuinely care about them. I like the way they talk to me about my children as individuals;
they obviously know them really well.
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Review from Victoria R (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall myself and my children, more importantly, love Daisy Chain.
The staff can't do enough for the kids and right from 8am in the morning and playing laughing and joking with them,


My 1st daughter started at 6month the same as my second daughter just recently and I feel like the baby room could

do with a few new bits adding as there don't seem to be as many bouncers/walkers soft play toys as what I remember, I have recently given my feedback on this and believe they are in process of ordering some new equipment which is great that feedback such as this is taken on board.
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Review from Andrew L (Father of Child) published on 6 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my Daughters love it at Daisy Chain and we are very pleased with the level of care. The staff and management are brilliant and the food is of an excellent standard. The outside space is second to done and the activities are varied, enjoyable yet educational.
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Review from Rachel (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Once again Daisy Chain at Lofthouse has provided exceptional customer care. A massive thank you to the nursery manageress.
The nursery is so accommodating and try their very best to provide quality childcare that is flexible.
All the staff on site are well qualified, competent and extremely friendly
which is very reassuring for a working mum.
I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking.
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Review from Emma K (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just started nursery this year and is absolutely loving her time here. Her confidence and ability to talk is going well. The staff are very attentive and give great feedback on activities and progress.
The nursery and facilities are very well kept and displays are constantly changing.
Very pleased.
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Review from Melissa L (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves nursery and has a great relationship with his key workers and friends. He eats very healthy meals and enjoys the circle time and special guests/instructors (i.e Music Phonics). The girls are supporting my son with his speech and toilet training which are the two areas he needs the most
support in currently. The team are also supportive and understanding of my son's occasional poor behaviour due to his speed delay. We feel confident that we are told openly and honestly when our son has had a good or bad day.
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Review from Amy D (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has attended this nursery since he was very young, he settled in well and this was all down to the warm staff and exceptional environment the nursery had to offer. An outstanding nursery of a high standard! My child starts school in September and I believe Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse has
been the important start to his younger years and has prepared him well for starting school. The nursery has brought him on a lot with the learning they do mixed with the free play and outdoor time they get.
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Review from Richard B (Father of Child) published on 10 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have used Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse for both my son and daughter and have always found the staff to be friendly and welcoming towards the Children and Parents. Both our children have really enjoyed going to Daisy Chain and have loved all the fun and varied activities and meals!. I would have
no problem in recommending Daisy Chain to other parents.
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Review from Jenna T (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Daisy Chain Lofthouse, my youngest still being there.
All staff on site are very caring towards the children and all children are cared for based on their individual needs. There is no 'One size fits all' attitude here as the care for each child is specific to them.
Both of my children have thrived here and I feel confident that they receive outstanding care whilst under the care of Daisy Chain. All staff are very approachable and friendly and make even the parents feel welcome on a morning.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.958)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.958) out of 10 for Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 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 4.958 for Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse is calculated as follows: ( (137 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.958
  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 Daisy Chain Childcare Lofthouse is based on 12 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 52 number of registered child places is 10.4, which has been reached with 12 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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