Activeplay Nursery and Preschool

10-14 High Street, Milton Regis, Sittingbourne ME10 2AB
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  • Activeplay Nursery and Preschool, Sittingbourne
Activeplay Nursery is a fun and stimulating setting, where staff are committed to the safety and security of all children, to good staff-to-child ratios and a sensitive settling-in process.

Friendly staff are trained and equipped to help get your child off to a great start in life, maintaining an environment of mutual respect and understanding where early years skills and interests can flourish.

The team hold recognised qualifications and benefit from working in an environment with modern security in place. Children enjoy both indoor and outdoor play, as well as a nutritious diet, and the team have expertise in helping those with special needs.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Jacquelin Curtis
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Michelle Sharp (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 54

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Details available on website

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Activeplay Nursery and Preschool Reviews (57)

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Activeplay Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.416) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Activeplay Nursery and Preschool has 57 reviews.

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Review from Jane C (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Friendly staff. Have seen my son learn and grow confidence in his environment in nursery. Any queries are answered promptly.
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Review from P L (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have been very happy at Activeplay nursery. The staff have been great with them, really getting to know them and helping them to grow. They get a lovely cooked meal each day for lunch which they have both enjoyed and a nice garden space to play in.
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Review from Megan C (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to active play for nearly 2 years, starting in the baby room and now moving up to pre school. She has grown so much and learnt so many new things whilst being there. All the staff are so lovely and all know and treat her as if she is their own, they are her best friends and
she runs in every morning to see them. She has her key worker that knows her so well and they have the best relationship. I highly recommend Activeplay and trust them with looking after my baby. Thank you!
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Review from Parris A (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Activeplay to any parent / carer looking for a nursery. My child has absolutely thrived in this setting and that is thanks to the staff who have tailored their approach to her needs and individual personality. When she started she had separation issues and I was worried I wouldn't
be able to go back to work, but they worked with her and myself and now she is excited to go into nursery.
The staff are all incredible and seeing how happy my child is at Active Play is amazing!
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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Activeplay are fantastic. I've worked in nurseries myself and this is the second nursery my twins have been to and this is by far the best nursery in Sittingbourne. The manager is just brilliant and the staff have been excellent not only settling my twins, helping with transition, potty
training, creating strong lasting bonds and keeping them highly entertained and helping improve their learning daily. I recommend them to everyone. All the staff are fantastic and friendly. My niece and nephew still remember their time there and staff from 5 and 13 years ago!
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Review from Rodica B (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At first, I was a little worried because my child didn't speak English. The first 2 months were a little difficult with her settling but because of the friendly, supportive and caring staff she became happy at nursery, she started speaking English, and she was developing skills. She learns a lot thanks
to all the staff. Food was good, my daughter ate almost all from the plate every time. The inside is clean. Very happy mum and daughter!
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Review from Sian B (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has just graduated from Activeplay nursery and is now going to big school, he has been attending for 2 years and comes home every day with a smile on his face having an amazing day. The staff are lovely, informative, caring and overall outstanding. I can not recommend them enough, I wouldn't
feel comfortable leaving my children with anyone else. They are excellent!
Thank you for all you have done for my child.
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Review from Abbi J (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In October 2023, my son started attending Active Play Nursery. As a parent, it can be a worrisome time when searching for the right nursery for your little one and entrusting their care to someone else. However, I can confidently say that I have no concerns about leaving my little boy in Active Play's
care. He absolutely loves going to nursery and gets excited every time. As a parent, that's all I could ask for - to see him happy and eager to go. The staff members at Active Play are incredibly caring and always strive to help with his progress. They make sure that I, as a parent, am satisfied with what they are doing. They provide a wide range of activities for the children, which has helped my son develop so much. I am truly grateful that my son attends Active Play Nursery, and I would like to express my gratitude to all the staff members for their dedication and hard work.
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Review from Katie K (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child very much enjoys his time at nursery and has bonded well with many of the carers. It is a great comfort to feel that he is in a happy and safe environment. In the last year, he has developed very good social skills, improved with speech, general knowledge, and recognition. He was even potty
trained alongside the support of the nursery team. It is always lovely when he comes home with small arts and craft gifts, especially for occasional days such as Mother's Day. I know that he really enjoys art projects and messy play! The communication from staff and management is always very friendly, prompt, and clear. I am glad that in recent months they also decided to go electronic with their billing system, much improved. I would certainly recommend this nursery.
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Review from R U (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My kids all seemed to settle well at the nursery. The carers seem nice too and my kids bonded very well with them. I get detailed feedback about my kids' welfare throughout their daily stay at the nursery. They are hands-on with answering any queries I may have.
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Review from Sarah J (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Activeplay is such an amazing nursery. My daughter (who is now 5) went when she was 2 until school-aged and absolutely loved it there. I now have a 6-month-old boy who now goes and has done since he was 4 months. The ladies that work there always make time to discuss what’s been going on and treat us
like family, especially as my daughter went a couple of years ago. The online journal is updated daily with what he’s had to eat, how much milk he’s had etc, and then gets weekly updates with pictures of what he’s been up to.
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Review from Jaydeen I (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good nursery, daughter loves it there. Very good outdoor space and very good staff. Excellent learning. Very good cleanliness exceptional app where we can see what the children are doing. Would recommend the nursery.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
In whole very good. Only minor issues, but have been dealt with well. Friendly staff. Lots of activities, and she loves going. They have coped well through covid and I do not feel my daughter has missed out.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter comes out of nursery happy and comes home still talking and asking for staff members. She will be singing new songs that she has learnt and has made some wonderful friendships that are encouraged by all. I cannot fault this nursery!
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Review from Sinead C (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Active Play nursery and I have nothing but good things to say. The staff are always happy and helpful and go above and beyond to help with any situation. My kids have loved going here and I would definitely recommend to anyone.
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Review from Karrina S (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, amazing staff! Wouldn't send my children to any other nursery. They were amazing during covid times and I always felt safe! I currently have twins attending and they have helped them develop so much one of my girls barely spoke when she started now she barely stops! They were amazing
when they were first settling in and now they wave goodbye and say, bye mum! It's so nice that even they feel safe there! 5-star nursery by all means!
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Review from Nadia S (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love Activeplay Nursery. My child is very happy there and loves all the staff. The staff are wonderful, very friendly, they love the kids and any concerns are always addressed. Plus, the food is healthy and tasty.
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Review from Joanne W (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn’t be happier.
My 20month old daughter absolutely loves attending active play nursery. Each and every member of staff go over and beyond with making her day enjoyable and educational. It’s so reassuring when I’m working to know she is in great care having the best time. Thank you to everyone
at active play.
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Review from M P (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child had been to Activeplay since she was a year old, she had a heart condition which put her a little behind in life and not very trusting of people. But the staff were great with her she loved going and soon started to catch up. She often asks to go to nursery for the day during lockdown.
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely wonderful nursery. My child has been attending for over a year. The staff are amazing. Really friendly and provide all sorts of different activities for the children. They have a wide variety of meals. The staff always keep up to date with progress reports. Really happy with their services.
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.416)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.416) out of 10 for Activeplay Nursery and Preschool 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 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 8 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 4.875 for Activeplay Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (84 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.875
  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 4.541 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Activeplay Nursery and Preschool is based on 8 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 = 3.8
    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 54 number of registered child places is 10.8. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.8 = 0.741
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Activeplay Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Activeplay Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Activeplay Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Activeplay Nursery and Preschool Open?

Activeplay Nursery and Preschool is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Activeplay Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Activeplay Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 54 Children.

How far is Activeplay Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Sittingbourne?

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

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