





Child 1st Bakewell was acquired in February 2017, and is based within a stunning Grade ll listed building nestled in the heart of the town of Bakewell in Derbyshire.
A range of child-led and adult-led approaches to learning and exploration are provided by an experienced and motivated staff team.
This welcoming provision is a safe 'home from home' for young children to develop and grow in confidence, playing and learning with their...
Funding & Fees
School Day - 54.50
Full Week - £268.00
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Phoenix Park Nursery Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sophie Adams (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 28
Total Places for Children
- 72
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
Parking
- Large car park onsite
Child 1st (Bakewell) Reviews (149)
Child 1st (Bakewell) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Child 1st (Bakewell) has 149 reviews.
The first day my child attended was amazing, they came home extremely happy and full of exciting stories.
All the staff are very supportive and friendly. Potty training hasn't been easy and the staff are very encouraging to our little boy. His confidence and speech has developed so much while being at nursery.
Staff are friendly and very helpful.
Thank you!
A lovely nursery, always a warm welcome from the staff when you drop off/collect your child. It’s also a very clean place. Lots of activities for the children. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
clingy character has almost gone. The staff are great with all the children and are very professional. I couldn’t recommend this place enough!
I cannot recommend this nursery enough.
My daughter is always eager to go and is always in a bright happy mood when collected and chats endlessly about the friends she has there and staff.
She loves Forest School, is out in the lovely play area and garden they have regularly (weather permitting) bright, rosy and fresh.
Staff are always very informant on what they have been up to during the day and when potty training they were very "hands on".
I feel very content knowing she's having a lovely day and being looked after so well.
Sadly I am not "planning" any more babies and will be very sad to say goodbye in July 2019 but also very grateful for helping me to bring up a very confident little lady ready for the challenges of school.
Thank you for always going that extra mile. A-star.
Extremely happy with the level of care provided for my daughter. Lovely safe clean environment. Brilliant, friendly staff always reassuring to child and parent. Would recommend in a heartbeat. The progression I’ve seen in my daughter since she started has been amazing.
He has loved his time there and it was often a struggle to get him to leave at the end of the day.
There is a caring secure environment.
The staff have been without exception excellent.
And it's no trouble if we ring to check on her.
Overall great job.
On-site cook means I know she’s eating freshly cooked and healthy food.
I would definitely recommend this nursery. My boy is very happy there, settled in very well from the beginning. Staff is very friendly and pleasant.
We’ve had two children attend Bakewell nursery and have been extremely happy with the care provided in both cases. The staff are really caring and supportive and the facilities are great. I couldn’t recommend it enough!
I cannot thank the nursery and staff enough for the care and support they have shown my daughter whilst being there. She loves going and enjoys the range of activities they have available. Thank you.
Caring staff, spacious outdoor play area, lots of creative decorations to stimulate children's imagination. It took a while for our daughter to settle in but she is now very happy there. They have some creative snack recipes to encourage children to eat vegetables and a lot of time is spent outside when the weather allows.
My son always has a fantastic time at the nursery and often does not want to leave.
The new forest fun on a Monday is something that he is especially enjoying.
All the staff are great and are always available to speak to if I have any concerns or questions.
Very helpful and friendly staff. Always there to help out and give advise.
My son has improved so much since being here so proud.
My daughter been coming about three years. She loves it so much. Help her in so much in development and They have help me and supporting me as mother because my daughter has seizures. Tell my friends and family how amazing this place is. Thanks again
Outstanding care. All staff are friendly and my son really enjoys going. The nursery is well maintained and plenty of resources and activities for children to play and learn. I would highly recommend.
I could not be happier than to have my child here with these amazing ladies!! My son is currently in the baby unit and the love and care they give are priceless!! He loves it, he's come out of his shell and he's so happy when I collect him!! They are on hand to help with anything and would not send him or my next one anywhere else!!
Love them!!!
My children have been attending this nursery for the last 6 years. The staff are friendly and caring and always approachable if I ever had a problem.
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- Recipient: Phoenix Park Nursery LtdDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
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