Kids Planet Rugeley

Wharf Road, Rugeley WS15 1BL
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Kids Planet Rugely in Staffordshire is open to care for children Monday to Friday 7:30am till 6:00pm - 52 weeks of the year.

The nursery first opened in 1997, and is a setting where children can grow in confidence, be more independent, develop skills and learn how to interact with other children while enjoying exciting activities.

The nursery has a long standing team, low staff turnover, and highly experienced, supportive and caring staff who work with parents to understand each child's needs and interests.

There is an on onsite sports coach, yoga instructor and outdoor leads who have gained an outdoor accreditation for the Udeskole approach which brings play back to nature.

The nursery also has an on-site, qualified chef. Fresh fruit is provided every day. Menu plans vary each season reflecting diverse cultures. No matter what your child’s dietary requirements, they all eat delicious, healthy and balanced meals.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Amy Carroll (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 22

Total Places for Children

  • 69

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Various funding accepted (15 and 30 hours). We offer, Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare. Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please get in touch with the nursery for our most up to date fees and availability.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Kids Planet Rugeley Reviews (37)

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Kids Planet Rugeley has a Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Rugeley has 37 reviews.

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Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Rugeley is still achieving great standards as far as providing a great place for my daughter to learn and grow.
Parents are well-informed about things that will be happening in the upcoming weeks.
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Review from Kimberley G (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery staff do an absolutely amazing job and really care for the young toddlers, babies and pre-school, they are a credit, always welcomed with a smile and will help out as much as they can to the needs of the children. Thank you.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery and wouldn't want to send my child anywhere else as I know she is well cared for. She is always busy doing lots of activities and there seems to be lots going on lately such as cooking club which I think is fantastic.
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Review from E N (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful to all the staff who always welcome my son with a smile (even when he is crying at drop off). It really is a lovely little nursery and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to send their child to nursery.
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Review from Fran G (Guardian of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely bunch of staff. Me and my daughter were made to feel very welcome, the staff are very professional! The structure and the equipment of the baby room is fab, would 100 per cent recommend this nursery.
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Review from Lucie G (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Kids Planet Rugeley are so friendly and welcoming to my little one. They keep you fully updated during the day which keeps your mind at ease and it’s so nice to see their little faces enjoying all the activities that are planned for each day.
They also celebrate all holidays and things
going on such as Mother’s Day, Easter and the Jubilee which is lovely for everyone to get involved.
Overall, it is a wonderful nursery and I’m so pleased my little one is able to experience it.
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Review from B B (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Horn End Rugeley are amazing. My son has additional needs. They have been so supportive as we go through the different stages of diagnosis. The nursery has made adaptations to meet the needs of my son and they make sure he is progressing as well as being happy. The manager is knowledgeable
and has advocated for my son to get access to the services he needs. The nursery are supporting my son to get an EHC plan which will ensure he can access the appropriate school and get the support he requires when it’s time to start school life. I really couldn’t ask for more from them. They are flexible, kind and compassionate.
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Review from Kat A (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always welcoming and friendly. If I have ever needed to contact them, they are available to discuss anything. The care my child receives is brilliant and I leave her at nursery knowing that she is in safe and caring hands. We loved attending the parent Mother’s Day afternoon and enjoy
seeing the fun and exciting activities that my child is engaging in daily! Thank you to everyone - I wouldn’t send my children anywhere else.
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Review from B K (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Horn End nearly two years ago and started in the baby smalls group. She is now in Tommy Thumb's and absolutely loves it. It’s always daunting to think a stranger will be looking after your child but the ladies looking after her everyday soon became her favourite people. I can’t
recommend Horn End, now Kids Planet enough to anyone. I love that I have daily updates as to what she has been up to with photos, what she’s had for lunch and how much. I feel she’s came on so much with her development and a lot I think is down to what she is being encouraged to explore at nursery. The nursery supported her to be independent and helped with potty training/eating healthy nutritious food. I will always be grateful to everyone at Horn End for giving my daughter such a loving and caring environment during a pandemic and continue to do so.
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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall a great nursery, my son loves it there and anything you're not sure about they are always there to help , very friendly staff too - 10/10. There is also so many different activities the children get to do, I think it's great as my son gets to learn something new every time.
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Review from Roseina J (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank you all enough for the support/advice you have given me over the years for both my daughter and son who attend here full time.
My daughter who is now in Toby Talls has learnt so much here from eating solid foods, being potty trained the list is endless.
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Review from Louise P (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. My little boy has attended from 8 months and has come on leaps and bounds. Before that, my daughter attended until she started school and they provided the best pre-school environment for her. The staff are brilliant with a warm and friendly approach. 100% recommend!
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Review from Emily K (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
By far the best nursery around, I struggle to get my boys to leave at the end of the day! The staff are amazing they go above and beyond for the children, my boys love them like family. They are dedicated, supportive and approachable, nothing is ever to much trouble, daily updates and pictures are so
lovely to receive. As a mother I don't particularly like leaving my children but when they are at nursery I know I don't have to worry and their every need is taken care of.
The variation of activities is immense and the children are always learning, they do lots of outside play and love doing yoga.
My eldest has attended since 9 months old and I know he's going to be so upset when he leaves for school in September. I'll forever be in debt to the wonderful staff for the amazing start they have given and continue to give my children, I know they wouldn't be the clever, happy, confident content little boys they are now without their input.
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Review from Kerrie D (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, the staff are all very supportive and my son loves going every morning. The staff always engage in the children's hobbies and interests. They have a great range of food too and my son always enjoys what food they have.
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Review from Roxanne H (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have all been brilliant with my son. They made his transition so smooth and are so nurturing towards him. He had only been away from me around 5 times before starting but they helped him to settle so quickly.
The care that he has been given from staff has been more than I could have asked
for. Two members of staff have both offered me advice on my sons' development, with weaning and sleeping which I've really appreciated. The team provide lots of exciting planned activities for my son as well as letting him choose resources freely from an age appropriate environment.
The menu is varied and amazing! I'm so happy that my son gets to try all different foods whilst at nursery!


The manager is fantastic, she is caring, empathetic and easily approachable. She has an amazing understanding of early childhood development and is clearly passionate about making sure the children have lots of opportunities to explore and develop in all areas of learning.


Thank you!

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Review from Laura R (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Horn End Nursery is by far the best we have in our area, my son attends for 4 days a week and never ever complains about having to go. The team are a phenomenal group who have become part of the family and turn over is commendably low.
Their commitment to children’s learning in a fun and caring environment
is outstanding and evidence to support their progress and outcomes is robust. Communication with families is so important and even during covid times, when we as parents were unable to enter the building, they adapted immediately to ensure our level of communication was not compromised.
Horn End have been part of our family since 2011 when we had our first child, I have never had a single concern during this time, after having our second child, Nursery options was not even a worry for me, Horn End was our only choice and I ensured I had his place secured at the earliest opportunity as the thought of not being able to secure a place for him there filled me with dread.
Reply from Deborah Barton at Kids Planet Rugeley
Thank you so much for your review. I know the team will be pleased to hear how happy you are.
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Review from Emma RJ (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my boys love coming to nursery, they are both in full time. My oldest loves Zumba and the Spanish class. They have come on leaps and bounds since starting at Horn End Nursery - Rugeley. They have lots of outdoor play and are always learning different things. Staff are easy to talk to and are always
there, I find them very supportive. They give you lots of information and photos on your child's day at nursery via the app. I would highly recommend Horn End Nursery - Rugeley to anyone looking for a nursery in this area.
Reply from Deborah Barton at Kids Planet Rugeley
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad that our special classes are popular and believe that these are of even more importance at the moment as they offer something children cannot access in the…read more
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.983)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10 for Kids Planet Rugeley 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 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.983 for Kids Planet Rugeley is calculated as follows: ( (236 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 240 Ratings = 4.983
  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 Kids Planet Rugeley is based on 20 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 69 number of registered child places is 13.8, which has been reached with 20 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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Amy

Amy Carroll

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2002

I have been working at this nursery since 2002. I started here as a student on placement, became cover staff, then a team member, progressing to Room Leader and then in 2011 I became Nursery Manager. Throughout this time, I studied to gain my BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies.


I have two children of my own, both girls who have both attended this nursery with me.
I am lucky to have a long-standing supportive team whom I have worked with for a really long time.

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