Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

Brambling House, Hady Hill, Calow, Chesterfield S41 0EF
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9.0 224 Reviews
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Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls sits next to St Peter & St Paul Independent School, creating a smooth and familiar pathway for children moving into a school setting.

The nursery has been fully refurbished and now features bright, spacious areas designed for babies, toddlers, early years and out-of-school children up to 12 years old. Children are encouraged to follow their interests, with a wide range of activities available both indoors and in the outdoor garden, which is equipped with age-appropriate resources.

Nutritious, freshly prepared meals are cooked on site, supporting healthy eating habits from an early age.

With staff-to-child ratios that exceed Ofsted requirements and funded places available for eligible 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds, the nursery provides a supportive, high-quality environment for every child.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Fearn and Lisa Phillpot (Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 47

Total Places for Children

  • 147

Age Range

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

Opening 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls Reviews (224)

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Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.997) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls has 224 reviews.

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Review from Hannah L (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have always felt welcome in the nursery ever since we came for a visit for our little girl. Everyone at Children's 1st St Peter and St Paul's is professional, polite and has a passion for their job. If we could choose again to send our little girl to a nursery we would absolutely choose St Peter
and St Paul's again.


She comes home safe and sound, well-fed and cared for every single time. When our friends start having children we will be recommending them to come to St Peter and St Paul's.

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Review from Soph I (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended Nursery over the last 3 years & loves it like a second home. As a parent you want to know your child is truly seen, and the staff here demonstrate a genuine interest in her wellbeing, safety, and learning on a daily basis.
The range of activities offered to the children are
outstanding, as is the grub!
The communication is second to none and we consistently feel well-informed, whether it's regarding the tiny details of her day or more significant milestones.
We have full peace of mind upon dropping her off to collecting her that she is well cared for. We are ever grateful for the way in which the staff invest into her future through such dedication. We couldn't ask for more!
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Review from Rob K (Father of Child) published on 27 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has had an incredible time at nursery over the last 3 years and her development has been amazing to watch. All the staff are wonderful - kind, knowledgeable, caring, fun and professional always. I couldn't have hoped for a better start to life for my daughter
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Review from C E (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with the care and support our child has received at this Nursery. From the very beginning, the staff have been warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in our child's wellbeing and development. Most importantly, our child is happy, settled and excited to attend, which speaks volumes!
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hollie is simply lovely and brilliant at her job- she's so patient with my son and he loves her. The whole nursery is well equipped and clean with plenty of things for the children to do. My son especially loves a trip to the woodland
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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are all incredible to both children and parents, I could not wish for a nicer environment for my children to grow and thrive in.


My eldest was prepared for moving into reception in the best possible way by the team. My youngest is now making their way through the setting and thriving.


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can't thank the staff enough and would recommend this nursery to everyone.
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Review from V K (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves the nursery! Every morning we are greeted by lovely smiling staff.
I'm also given daily updates of my son with lovely pictures which is nice to see.
His key worker Stef keeps me notified with all his daily activities.
There is a great outdoor space for the children to
play in.
When pickup up my little boy he is all ways happy!
Food is great also all healthy and nutritious.
Really happy with my choice.
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Review from Emma K (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love this nursery and so does our daughter. The staff know her so well and she's learning so much that she's even started teaching us new nursery rhymes and games to play. Everyone is always really friendly and really switched on, the activities are really engaging for the kids and the
staff are really helpful with hints and tips for how to help develop (and manage) the kids at each stage in their learning.
Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st St Peter & St PaulsThank you so much for your lovely feedback. It's fantastic to hear how well your daughter is thriving with us and that she's even sharing new songs and games at home! We're so pleased you value the strong relationships our team build with the children and families, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to everyone.
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Review from M F (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter went to this nursery from 18 months old until she started school. Never once did she come home saying she's been bored. They have plenty to entertain the children with, keeping them happy and busy. She always loved her key worker and created such a bond with them that it was like a breakup
whenever she moved up to another part of the nursery.
My daughter has food allergies, and the staff made sure she got separate mats and plates, so she received the correct food. They don't miss out on anything but get a decent equivalent to not feel left out.
I signed my little boy up once he was in my belly to secure a spot. Only a good nursery would be this busy! I feel confident that he'll equally have an amazing time and I look forward to seeing all the friendly staff again who go above and beyond for the children.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’ve been bringing my two boys for a total of almost five years now.
The staff here are my absolute village. They love and care for my boys like I would. Without judgment too.
They truly are the village every parent needs.
Yes, the facilities are great, yes, they serve great, wholesome food, take
the kids in the woods and things are clean and well-maintained but none of that matters in comparison to the love my boys receive and have for the staff here.
Thank you guys for helping me raise my boys and making such an impact on the future.
I’m very grateful to you all.
Reply from Emma Goodall, Director of Quality Assurance at Children 1st St Peter & St PaulsThank you so much for such a heartfelt review. I am at the nursery today and have just shared this with the team and they are in tears at your kind words! It is a pleasure and a privilege to care for your children and is a responsibility that the staff never take for granted. We are lucky to have such a dedicated team that truly cares about what they do. I will ensure there are treats in the staff room this week to celebrate and thank every one of them.
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Review from Lauren R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at this nursery since he was 1 and has now turned 3. I did a lot of visiting nurseries to find the best place for him and this one was beyond amazing compared to any other nursery I visited (and no more money than the others!)
I feel like they genuinely care about my child, are always
checking in about his health, giving me great updates at the end of each day for what he's learnt/done. My child has hearing difficulties and they have made sure to cater for his needs.
My child has had a lot of changes in his life and this nursery has been a constant for him. Knowing I can go to work and for him to be in a safe, fun, loving, learning environment is such a comfort to me.
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Review from Josh B (Father of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery that has really helped my son come out of his shell. His communication skills have significantly increased since starting nursery and his confidence is amazing - thank you all for looking after him!
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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Children 1st @ St Peter & St Paul are always friendly, helpful and supportive. They take the time to listen and make an effort.
They encourage plenty of learning and play, always making it fun for the children. There's always a structure to their terms and goals in mind to work towards.
There's plenty of effort put in to keep the children engaged with their learning.
There are plenty of toys/pretend play/activities to keep children entertained.
They encourage their independence and help build their confidence.
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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started nursery at 6 months old as I had to return to work early! I was very apprehensive about him starting at such a young age but the staff that take care of him are absolutely wonderful and implemented his home routines to help him settle in really quickly!
He is now 13 months old and absolutely
loves going to nursery, and gives the staff the biggest smiles when we drop him off on a morning!
We had been to look around other nurseries, but once you see St Peter’s and St Paul’s nowhere else compares!
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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but good things to say about this nursery. The staff are so friendly and engage so well with the children.
The meal choices are really varied and I have been told are very tasty, I have had to ask for recipes to replicate the meals at home for my son.
My son’s development in his numbers
and alphabet has come on amazingly, he also has become more confident and happy since attending Children 1st @ St Peter & St Paul.
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Review from Brydy B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My second child has recently started and my eldest attended for over two years before starting school. This is a lovely nursery with welcoming and kind staff.
My boys are/were very happy to attend and formed very good relationships with their key workers as well as other staff. Staff are always happy
to help and nothing feels like too much trouble. It helps ease the guilt knowing my children are thriving and enjoy their time at nursery.
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Review from Ross C (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our boys go to this nursery and they absolutely love it! They’ve both been attending from an early age and they’ve come on leaps and bounds. All of the staff are great and produce a fantastic family atmosphere!
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Review from Kelly G (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the last four years, our three children have attended the nursery. We have only ever found staff at the setting to be kind, helpful and nurturing with our children. The rooms are all spacious, clean and are decorated and supplied with everything needed.
We will be sad when we no longer need to
use the nursery but also grateful for the start our children have received on their educational path.
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Review from Nicole B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of our children have attended this nursery and we all love it. They are involved in a huge array of activities, indoors and outdoors. Lots of photos taken, daily diary filled in. There is such a warm, friendly feeling within this nursery. Highly recommend to everyone.
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Review from Katy P (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children at Children 1st @ St Peter & St Paul Nursery and from their first day, I’ve always felt reassured that the staff were taking excellent care of them both. Everyone is always approachable and friendly and has excellent relationships with the children. The children do lots of fun activities
and eat lovely food every day.
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (8.997)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (8.997) out of 10 for Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls 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 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 9 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 4.991 for Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls is calculated as follows: ( (107 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.991
  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 4.006 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls is based on 9 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 = 3.7
    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 147 number of registered child places is 29.4. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 29.4 = 0.306
  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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Lisa Phillpot

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010

Hello, my name is Lisa Phillpot and I joined Children 1st in 2010.


I started my journey as a newly qualified Nursery Educator and progressed through senior positions, becoming Deputy Manager with the Over 2’s, and now Manager of the Baby Suite for the Under 2’s.


I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Care and Education, which I’m really proud of.


I love watching the children develop into little people and knowing that we’ve helped shape their personalities. I also enjoy supporting and developing my team, helping to build a new generation of confident, passionate nursery educators.


I am especially passionate about supporting our families and creating a safe, nurturing environment where our children can learn, grow, and develop new skills.

Natalie

Natalie Fern

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2009

Hello, my name is Natalie Fern and I joined Children 1st in 2009. I started as a newly qualified practitioner and over the years worked my way up to a Senior role, then Deputy Manager, Early Years Lead, and have now been Nursery Manager for the past three years.


I’m proud to hold a BA Honours Degree in Early Years Education.


What I enjoy most about my role is supporting our children and families as they grow and develop, while also seeing how the nursery team continues to support and lift one another.


I’m passionate about creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where both children and staff can learn, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Frequently Asked Questions about Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

What is the Age Range of Children that Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls accepts?

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls Open?

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls is open: 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.

How many Children does Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls have capacity for?

Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls has capacity for a total of 147 Children.

How far is Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls to the centre of Chesterfield?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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