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Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School

Lysander Road, Meir Park, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 7TW
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Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School, Stoke-on-Trent
Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School, Stoke-on-Trent
Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School, Stoke-on-Trent

Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School has been refurbished to provide a bright, spacious and stimulating environment for babies, toddlers and pre-school children from birth to five years. The nursery also provides a flexible after-school club for children aged five to twelve years.

A friendly and enthusiastic team of early years staff are fully trained and experienced to give each child the best care and attention they require to meet their...  

Funding & Fees

From April 2026
Business Days (8:00am to 6:00pm) from £74.00

We also offer Morning and Afternoon Sessions

We want to make life simple, so our fees include infant formula, milk, freshly prepared snacks, and meals. We also provide nappies, wipes, and sun cream, or parents can bring their own if they prefer

Contact Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Kathrine Harnett (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 97

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School Reviews (168)

9.7

Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.725) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School has 168 reviews.

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Review from Emily J (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at Children 1st for 9 months and he loves it. He has come on leaps and bounds and his speech is improving at remarkable speed. Like many parents, I didn't want to leave my son but I know the staff are amazing and he adores them as much as they adore him. The food is great, the outside area is great. I cannot thank them enough for all the support they give me to and my son.

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Review from E A (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Always go all out to make my little boy happy and feel relaxed.
It’s so nice to know he now feels happy when being left.
This was the only nursery my little boy wanted to actually look at when we were looking at other nurseries, which in itself can say a lot.

Thank you.

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Review from Denitsa A (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful place for your children to play and learn. Caring staff, nice facilities and understanding from the management. Although put in the difficult conditions to accept all the children from another nursery, the staff did their best to keep on caring for the children the way they used to.

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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Children 1st @ Meir Park have always made myself as a parent know that my child is in safe hands and enjoying every second of the day spent there. I’m reassured that she is doing well with regular updates of her activities and learning journey via the app which is lovely to see. Their communication is excellent from reception to my child’s key learner. Every staff member knows and makes your child feel very welcome.

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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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All staff are brilliant, friendly and welcoming. My child has come along so much since joining the nursery, the staff have really helped with him and always keep you updated on your child's day and progress. A-star.

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Review from N J (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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I cannot rate this nursery highly enough. There has been work consistently done to renovate the nursery, ensuring all rooms for the different ages are modern, fun and safe for the children.
I trust the staff within the setting, more than I trust family, and witness the love and care they give to our child daily.
The meals provided within the setting must be well catered as our child eats far better at the nursery than at home. There are always snacks available.
The main plus of the nursery is that we know the team feel the same pride we do as parents when milestones are reached, they consistently strive to teach our child new things and encourage them in those areas they find more difficult.

As parents that work full time, we are reassured in the knowledge that our child's days are spent with friends playing games and learning as we receive regular updates and pictures through the app. The staff and management team are approachable and communicate regularly.

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Review from H F (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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The staff are super helpful and compassionate. They take each child’s progression individually, allowing them all to progress at their own pace. My daughter loves going to nursery and has grown in confidence and intelligence hugely. Can’t thank the staff enough for the time and effort they put in.

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Review from Sara W (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Was so anxious to send my son to any nursery, we went and had a look around and I felt so welcome from the offset. Every single encounter I’ve had with any member of staff has been nothing but pleasant. You can tell they really care about each individual child. Extremely understanding and accommodating too! Best decision I’ve ever made. My son hass also come on leaps and bounds while being there. Also such a good variety of meals!

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Review from R H (Father of Child) published on 6 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Best nursery in town. Great, friendly staff and great with children, my son absolutely loves going to the nursery, he has developed great skills since joining. Keep up the great work guys, you deserve more than five stars.

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Review from D H (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at Children 1st Day Nursery back in September 2020 and I was distraught at the thought of leaving her. I shouldn't have worried though as every member of staff looks after each child as if they were their own. We are kept up to date on every aspect of our daughter's nursery life and the children have such a wide range of activities meaning they are constantly learning something new. They also get lots of time outside in the amazing play space they have. The menu is extremely varied meaning the children get to try things they perhaps wouldn't have at home. The staff all know each child individually, including the managers and everyone is very approachable. The staff are great at knowing when the children are off or upset and keep you updated on how they're doing. I truly cannot fault a thing at this nursery.

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Review from P D (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter loves going to Children’s 1st. The staff are always so caring and professional and we feel happy knowing she is learning something daily and is in a safe environment.
The food menu is adventurous which means she eats a good variety of different foods.

She gets time outside when possible and the staff work with us as parents to ensure what is best for her.

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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little boy started at Children 1st Meir Park in September 2021. He has settled into the nursery really well, the staff are so friendly and welcoming. He is learning lots of new things and is enjoying himself. We are really happy that we chose this nursery.

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Review from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2021 Submitted via Website
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Picking a nursery can be so daunting and I've honestly never looked back since putting my little girl into Children's 1st @ Meir Park Day Nursery. My daughter started nursery in July and she loves it. All her dietary requirements are met (dairy-free). Nothing is too much trouble for the nursery. Every day she does something fun and comes home smiley. I know all about my daughter's naps, bottles, nappies and food during the day. I get regular updates and pictures which is lovely when you're at work and missing them.

Children's 1st @ Meir Park - thank you for making what was a daunting experience for both myself and my little girl very enjoyable!

Reply from Julie Wenn, Director of Quality Assurance at Children 1st Meir Park Nursery School

Thank you for taking the time to give feedback on our Meir Park nursery.

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Review from Helen M (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My child loves nursery, she always establishes a positive relationship with her key adult who supports her. Her development is tracked and progress made is shared with us. My daughter is supported to develop her knowledge and social skills. Confidentiality is respected.

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Review from Becky C (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My son loves going to this nursery, he has so much fun there and always comes home talking about what he's been up to during the day. All the ladies there are lovely, and it feels like I'm leaving him with friends rather than at a nursery. Thank you for looking after him Meir Park.

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Review from Maisie L (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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After viewing many nurseries, my husband and I were certain as soon as we stepped foot into Meir Park children first that this was the nursery for our baby.
The manager is personable and very approachable, she knows all children and parents by name and we noted the children run to her whenever she entered a room- something which, for us, spoke volumes for the type of nursery Meir Park is.
The rooms in which the children are cared for are bright and airy. All of the staff we have met since our child started in April 2020, have been brilliant, happy and seem genuinely interested in the development and wellbeing of our son.
The food is freshly cooked &well balanced & our son enjoys his meals at nursery eating the lot!
For us, the most important thing is that our child is happy, safe and cared for whilst he is at nursery and I am sure that this is the case each time we drop him off. I would recommend Meir park nursery to anyone and have done to many friends!

Keep up the good work!

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Review from Charlotte W (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has attended this nursery for almost 2 years now, she absolutely loves it, never had any tears and is always so happy there, even at a really young age. All of the staff are amazing and nothing is ever too much trouble. They do so many creative things with all the children and I can honestly say my daughter has blossomed there. The staff all have such wonderful bonds with all the children and they all have such a genuine, caring nature. I couldn't recommend this nursery enough.

Thank you all.

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Review from Ellie H (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Children First @ Meir Park since he was 12 months. He is now almost 3. The nursery is fantastic and he loves attending. He has settled in really well and has lots of friends. He has various dietary requirements and these are always catered for. He was off nursery for 5 months due to Covid and we were kept up to date with changes throughout this period. He returned to nursery without any issues and has settled back in happily.

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Review from Ele C (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My son has loved this nursery and all the staff since he started, and even the break this year didn’t phase him. All he had were good memories and as soon as he was ready to go back the staff were so welcoming it was like there had been no break. Starting my youngest at the same time was a worry as she hadn’t seen any adults for months since lockdown but the ladies are so fun and kind that she quickly grew in confidence and loves nursery play days. We’re really pleased with this nursery and lots of thought is put into looking after children in the best possible way.

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Review from Becky W (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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Brilliant nursery, the staff are great. They are always on hand to help and ensure my little boy comes into nursery settled. The manager is absolutely great and is very helpful with everything! I have worked in nurseries myself so I was quite picky when deciding on where to send my son. I cannot fault Children 1st, never had a problem in the year my son has been attending!

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  • Recipient: StoralDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: StoralDate: Friday 28 Apr 2023
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Sara Allen Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2006
Sara Allen

Hi my name is Sara Allen and I am the Manager at Children 1st @ Meir Park. I qualified in 1998 and I have worked at Meir Park for over 15 years. Before I became the Manager I was Deputy Manager and also worked for 10 years in the Jemima Puddle Ducks as a senior nursery nurse. I have a wide range of experience and I have a real passion for all the children we care for but especially our under 3’s.

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