Cherubs South Normanton

23 Hilcote Street, South Normanton, Alfreton DE55 2BQ
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9.9 135 Reviews
  • Cherubs South Normanton, Alfreton
Tucked away on Hilcote Street in South Normanton, overlooking Matlock and the Peak District you will find Cherubs South Normanton. Cherubs South Normanton has been providing high quality early years care and education for children since January 2014. Spread across 2 floors and 3 age-appropriate rooms and with 3 different outdoor spaces (including Baby Garden, an expansive green open space and Allotment) for children to enjoy - this nursery really does have it all.

If you’re looking for a real community nursery with rural charm and plenty of outdoor space, Cherubs South Normanton is the nursery for you.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jodie Moss (Duty Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 55

Age Range

  • from 0 years 1 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • £75.50 (Standard Day)

  • £100 Registration Fee along with 2-weeks Advance Fees (Deposit) are required to secure your place at Cherubs Nurseries.
    Registration Fee and Advance Fee are not required for funded-only places.

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • On-street free parking is available outside the nursery.

Cherubs South Normanton Reviews (135)

9.9

Cherubs South Normanton has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cherubs South Normanton has 135 reviews.

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience of Cherubs South Normanton has been extremely positive from day one, we feel it has given our daughter the best possible start to her early education. The facilities inside and out are outstanding, we couldn’t recommend this nursery more highly.
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Review from Gemma D (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery.
Amazing staff.
Fantastic range of activities.
Fantastic handover after each session.
Nothing is too much trouble.
Exceptional when I started potty training - my daughter was helped all the way.
Couldn't fault this nursery at all.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We're very happy to have our son attend Cherubs South Normanton. Every single staff member is so lovely and caring. My son isn't quick to trust and can be anxious with new people and spaces, but he loves Cherubs and everyone there. He talks about his carers and his friends constantly, and is always
learning new things and developing in such an amazing way. Thank you to everyone at Cherubs.
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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started at Cherubs South Normanton in October and has been supported through the settling period with kindness and encouragement from all the staff. As parents, we have been kept up to date with our child's well-being and how she has been settling in at the nursery. She is now enjoying
her days at nursery, will happily go to members of the team and wave bye to me in the morning. Each evening we get sent a detailed account of her day which usually contains photos of her enjoying the various activities that have been set up. Overall, we have had a very good experience with the nursery and the team and would highly recommend to anyone considering.
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Review from Tanya E (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son enjoys his Tuesdays at nursery and I have found all the staff to be professional and caring. He gets to experience lots of sensory play. The staff have been supportive of him and understanding of his needs.
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Review from Shelly C (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always had a pleasant experience with Cherubs. Both of my girls have now attended here. The staff are very friendly and will help you with anything they can. The girls have always been eager to go every morning.
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Review from Harriet B (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter has started Cherubs at South Normanton she has come on so well, she absolutely loves going and I have updates at the end of each day on how she has been and what she has been up to which I love reading about! I cannot praise this nursery enough and all the staff there who work so hard
ensuring our children’s needs are all met. They always do fun, learning and engaging activities which my daughter also loves.
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Review from Billy H (Father of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter always enjoys nursery and she has developed really well over the past year. I am really pleased with how they are with her. I would recommend this nursery to anyone that lives in the area.
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Review from Victoria J (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cherubs South Normanton have been absolutely amazing with my children! I can’t fault them at all, really glad I chose this nursery for them! All the team are brilliant, my daughter is nervous with new people as she’s moved up rooms, but the staff are amazing and very patient with her. My son has a disability
and they are very patient with him as well and have helped massively, he has come a long way being there and I can’t thank them enough.
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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves attending nursery, the staff there are amazing, I feel secure knowing my son is looked after and safe. My son has come on in leaps and bounds since starting nursery, thank you to all the staff.
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Review from Nicol M (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves attending nursery. They provide so many crafting and investigation activities and promote outdoor learning. They are also very caring and loving towards my daughter and have previously catered for her needs regarding her sensitive skin. They offer a range of activities that cater for
the development needs curriculum and build on children’s interests. Communication is outstanding and I always feel comfortable approaching any staff member with any queries.
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, very supportive of my child and myself, gave me great tips as I am first time mum especially in toddler stages and developments. It's great that he has a key worker for any 1 to 1 he needs.
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Review from Shannon G (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cherubs is a fantastic nursery who clearly care tremendously about the children. My son comes home from each day he’s spent at nursery so happy. He’s clearly very comfortable with the nursery, as we never have tears when we drop him off either. He eats really well, they feed him amazing foods which
are well balanced and sound delicious! He plays well, with a variety of different themes and activities each day and photos from his days at nursery are wonderful to get on his diary entries. It’s clear there is plenty to do at Cherubs South Normanton. The staff are fantastic, so friendly and caring for the children. I would highly recommend this nursery and have done to a friend, who will be soon sending her son to Cherubs too.
Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs South Normanton
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Review from Savanah H (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl started at the beginning of September and I am amazed at the positive change already. This is our third nursery we have tried and I can honestly say she has never looked so content at a nursery setting. Her day is always updated each afternoon on the app, so I can see everything she has
been up to, eaten and her nappy changes. The app also shows us pictures of her playing, doing activities or having trips, like going to the park.
Her confidence has grown vastly over the past three weeks, which makes me look forward to seeing how this develops over the next few years. Drop offs began with lots of tears and apprehension to leave my side, however after the third week she happily walks in with a big smile on her face. The settling in period for me is what stood out, the staff members promised to ring me after fifteen minutes on her first couple of days and they always rang before this time to ensure me that my little girl was okay. Thank you so much, it is always a pleasure bringing my child.
Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs South Normanton
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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child is well cared for and continues to thrive with the aid of the amazing staff at Cherubs. I have no doubt their needs are met, they have fun and enjoy playtime, whilst also having space for learning. The only thing to consider for improvements would be the content of the diaries, sometimes these
can be minimal, missing naps, food or information about potty training.
Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs South Normanton
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Review from Laura R (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love sending our little boy to Cherubs. The activities he gets to do are so varied and have really helped his development. We love that Cherubs teaches makaton too. The staff are all wonderful and go above and beyond supporting us where needed and marking special occasions. The app used to track
my son’s development is great and easy to use and regular communication through photos and updates allow us to see what he gets up to.
My son loves nursery and all the things he gets to do, visits out and learning experiences at nursery. The garden is a fantastic space for his little legs to blow off some steam too! Would highly recommend.
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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All round great experience with Cherubs, all the staff are amazing.
Sometimes I find the menu very unusual, that would be the only major change I would welcome within the nursery. I think certain meals are disliked by many of the children so should be changed. Obviously if only one or two dislike
that’s personal taste.
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Review from Tom P (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two girls (aged 3 and 4)have gone to Cherubs South Normanton for a couple of years since transferring over from the other branch.
My girls adore the staff there and they are very happy. They are kept entertained and they really help to push and stimulate them mentally.
They are allowed to play
outdoors a lot and often come home with things they have made or baked.
I couldn't recommend Cherubs enough to anyone looking at a nursery in the area.
My eldest is about to leave to go to school and I want to thank all the staff for everything they have done.
Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs South Normanton
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We will pass it on to the team at Cherubs South Normanton. We hope your daughter has a wonderful time at school.
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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic, knowledgeable and caring staff. Specifically for my son who is in pre-school. The first place he’s ever been that I feel he is safely looked after and cared for emotionally and with his development and education. Great bunch of people.
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Review from T J (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been in the baby room since April 2023 and the girls are amazing with her!
All staff go above and beyond not only for the children but for parents/grandparents to if needed.
Management are always on the other side of the phone if ever needed and will always try their best to
solve any problems.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.908)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10 for Cherubs South Normanton 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 31 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 31 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 4.908 for Cherubs South Normanton is calculated as follows: ( (341 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 371 Ratings = 4.908
  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 Cherubs South Normanton is based on 31 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 55 number of registered child places is 11, which has been reached with 31 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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Laura

Laura Bowler

Job Title: Area Manager Joined: 2007

Hello, I'm Laura - Area Manager for Cherubs South Normanton. I have been part of Cherubs Nurseries since 2007 and am incredibly fortunate to work across multiple Cherubs Nurseries during my career so far. Doing this has allowed me to really understand the expectations and the need to ensure we provide high-quality childcare every day. We take our role in the early years seriously and are always keen to go above and beyond where we can.


I am incredibly passionate about giving all children the very best start. In addition to my Area Manager role, I am the Group Safeguarding and SEND Lead. This means I work with all the nurseries to ensure we provide tailored care to those with additional needs.

Jodie

Jodie Moss

Job Title: Duty Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

Hello, I'm Jodie - Duty Nursery Manager at Cherubs South Normanton. I joined Cherubs in 2018 as a Level 3 Early Years Educator. I then completed the Senior Training in 2019 and was promoted to Senior Educator, and then Senior in Charge in 2020. I then stepped up to be Assistant Manager in 2021 and in 2022 completed the Leadership Training. In 2024, I became Nursery Manager. I decided to pursue a career in childcare as I wanted to be a part of a child’s journey, supporting their learning, and watching them flourish.


I am the SENDCo at South Normanton and I am Special Education Needs and Disability trained. I am a named first aider and have my paediatric first aid certificate. I have completed Derbyshire’s Safeguarding Training and I am the deputy designated safeguarding officer. I have also completed a Level 2 qualification in young people’s mental health and a Level 2 qualification in behaviour management.

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