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Children 1st Clowne Nursery School

Chesterfield College, Clowne College Campus, Clowne, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S43 4JX
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Children 1st Clowne Nursery School, Chesterfield
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Children 1st Clowne Nursery School, Chesterfield

Children 1st Clowne Nursery School is surrounded by lovely countryside within easy reach of the town centre. The nursery has been refurbished throughout with bright, open areas for babies, toddlers, early years and 'out of school' children from birth to twelve years.

Age-appropriate rooms create an imaginative learning environment for the children and are staffed by an enthusiastic and highly trained early years team.

The toddler room features an ‘up, up and...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Michelle Carlin(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 32

Total Places for Children

  • 120

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday08:00-18:00
  • Thursday08:00-18:00
  • Friday08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

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

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Children 1st Clowne Nursery School Reviews (166)

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Children 1st Clowne Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10, based on 50 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Children 1st Clowne Nursery School has 166 reviews.

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Review from Shelley H (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found the nursery has helped my son to gain confidence in a safe environment giving him more freedom than I would give him due to me over supervising. He has a close bond with most of the staff and has made some special friends. I believe the staff truly care for my child as their own giving me the confidence to up his hairs knowing he is safe and happy.

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Review from Jonathan F (Father of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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Children 1st @ Clowne have fantastic facilities, thoughtful and caring procedures and, in my opinion, the kindest, most professional staff I have ever seen at a nursery.

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Amazing nursery. My 2-year-old wasn't talking when he started Children 1st @ Clowne in September and now he says everything. The staff are all really polite and all greet us as we walk in. I would recommend this nursery to everyone and I can't thank the staff enough for everything they have done and continue to do for my little boy.

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Review from Luke D (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Our child has developed superbly in this nursery. They receive excellent care from all the staff who are able to meet his individual needs. Staff are aware of their preferences and personality characteristics, individualising the care they receive. Our child has been able to form friendships with peers and staff within the nursery. They amaze us with the learning they can demonstrate at home. Our child openly shares that they enjoy attending and being part of this nursery.

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Review from Elaine K (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Amazing standard of care. I brought my son when he was 5 months old for 2 days a week after viewing 5 other nurseries locally and this was the best by miles. The facilities are unmatched and to be honest I would like to attend myself! Wouldn’t hesitate to keep him here for many years and do encourage others to send their children here too to see if it’s right for them.

Great food served and my son is always clean and happy when I collect him.
Accurate logs of what he has done provided in a nice book and a bag.
Evidence of learning.
Photos and updates.
Regular days and activities eg painting and crafts.
Care and diligence when he has been sick or had a small bump.

Baby room staff are incredibly kind and smiley, genuine people I trust my son with.

I know on nursery days he is having a great time and I have no need to worry!

5 stars!

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Review from Gina B (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Lovely welcoming atmosphere. Staff are all wonderful. My daughter loves going and her development has come on leaps and bounds.

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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Children 1st @ Clowne is a great environment for my child. The staff are friendly and helpful they work hard to ensure children both enjoy and learn during their time at nursery. I wouldn't want my little boy to go anywhere else.

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Review from Kristen O (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has loved going here from day one. A year on and she has made friends, learned so much, the staff are all so friendly and caring and all the children seem to have lots of fun every day.
I love that the children are encouraged to spend as much time as possible outdoors; they are encouraged to learn, play, be active and creative.

When I see how excited she is to go to nursery in a morning and listening to her telling me all of things she’s done each day. It makes me feel so much better about having to work full time.

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Review from Alice B (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Clowne Nursery is fantastic. Our baby started here at 9 months old. We can't fault the staff at all. They're all lovely and friendly. Even the staff from the older groups know my son's name and say good morning to him. He's developing really well both physically and mentally since he started. We love the app where we can see bits of his time there and updates on his progression. The application was simple and managers always around to ask any questions. Security is really good. Lovely place to send your baby. We always feel comfortable leaving our son here and know he is in good hands. The parent drop off parking spaces are really useful too.

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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter is very happy at Children 1st and we are therefore very happy with it too. There are great facilities, but more importantly, great care. My daughter has issues eating and is incredibly fussy, the staff continue to persevere with this issue through tears sometimes, in supporting her. I love the app updates on her progress.

The staff have just done a commendable job helping the children with their nativity! Well done all!

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Review from Stephanie W (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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I have used the facilities at Children 1st @ Clowne since both my children were 3 months old, right the way up to them starting school, and they now both go to after school and holiday clubs. They are 5 and 7.
I am sure that their starting out here helped shape them into the bright, confident, sociable boys that they are.
They have learnt a lot and both were fully prepared for starting school.

Whatever age they were at from tiny babies to schoolboys, I can go to work in the confidence that my children are safe and happy.

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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter is extremely happy here, the staff are very caring and friendly. The only downside is an occasional lack of communication. This may be because she is only there a couple of days a week.

On the whole, I am really pleased with all aspects of the nursery.

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Review from Zahra D (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Friendly staff - the receptionist, the teachers in the rooms, the administrative staff- friendly and helpful.

Freshly cooked meals every day.

My daughter's and my son's key workers and the other support workers in the room are excellent - and pay close attention to my children's needs.

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Review from Stacey M (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My twin girls attend this nursery and they absolutely love going. They're always enthusiastic to go and enjoy all the activities that are on offer throughout the morning. If I’ve had any issues the staff have always gone out of their way to deal with them. All the staff are lovely and very welcoming.

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Review from Richard P (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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This nursery has been fantastic with our daughter. She absolutely loves going and has developed lots of new skills as a result of the staff's excellent efforts.

A big thank you to all!

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Review from Ryan R (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Very professional and caring staff. Offering support to both parents and children. I have every confidence that my son is getting the best care, education and stability needed in his life. He loves to be at school and enjoys all the activities and spending time with all the staff and other children.

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Review from Philippa (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter is in her last year with Breedon House. She loves going to nursery, we have never had any issues or cause for concern. She comes home and tells me all the activities she does at nursery and about her best friend. She loves all her key workers and is currently enjoying being one of the “big guys”. She has definitely benefited from the learning with her language and writing skills. And as a fussy eater, she never falters at meal times....I’m still trying to find out what makes “nursery carrots” so much nicer than mums!

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Review from Melissa S (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My child is settled in nursery and enters the setting very happy every morning. The staff are welcoming and keep you up to date on my child's personal development.

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Review from Cat (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at the nursery for over 3 years, it is a great place for children to learn and build their confidence. Excellent teachers, excellent teaching activities. I truly believe my daughter has progressed in her speech and her interaction skills through being at the nursery

I fully recommend the nursery, a lovely place with, lovely people.

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Review from Zoe M (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son has come on so much since attending nursery at Breedon House. The staff have been very supportive and are always there if needed. I trust them all very much to do their best regarding my son's education and learning.

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Emma BritlandJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2010

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