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Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls

Brambling House, Hady Hill, Calow, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 0EF
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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...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

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

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees

From April 2026
Business Days (8:00am to 6:00pm) from £79.00

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 St Peter & St Pauls Reviews (226)

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Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.187) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Children 1st St Peter & St Pauls has 226 reviews.

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Review from Natalie (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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My daughter seems to love nursery, never any tears and made my transition back to work a lot easier than expected. I especially love the activities provided such as painting and arts etc and her keyworker is great. I would and do highly recommend this nursery

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Review from Kuli S (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been going to this nursery since she was 6 months old and all I can say is 'this nursery is outstanding'. If I have another child, I will differently be sending them to Children 1st.

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Review from Richard C (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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The nursery is of a high standard and meets the needs of my child as expected.
Staff are always friendly and provide a warm and caring environment for my child.
Activities are age appropriate and appear to be tailored to individual child needs.

I am happy with progress and development of my child since attending the nursery.

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Review from Lisa (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Excellent care. This the 3rd of my children and all three have always been extremely happy and socially adjusted. My older two have adjusted well to primary school and they received excellent preschool preparation and care there. My kids are confident and independent and this nursery contributed to these characteristics. Staff are all excellent and genuinely care for the children. The environment is clean and conducive to learning and developing. I will always highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Nicole (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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I'm very happy with the nursery and I wouldn't want my child anywhere else. I highly recommend this nursery and feel very comfortable about my child staying here and they always have a really lovely day and the staff are just fantastic.

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Review from Charlotte (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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All staff show great enthusiasm whenever I as a parent see when I am in the nursery, which I can see has rubbed off on my daughter. Although she still is upset on leaving they settle her within a couple minutes and when collecting in an evening she then talks non-stop about her day until bedtime. She already had a love for books prior to starting at nursery but now is learning to read and would like to show her teacher how well she is doing as she is proud herself. Her self-confidence has grown so much via nursery and the help/direction that they give.

The activities which are carried out are well characterised into themes but are pertaining to real life so gives greater purpose for the children. I am really pleased that my daughter is enjoying nursery and all that all people involved do to make the nursery a home from home but learning and nurturing environment.

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Review from Claire C (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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A lovely welcoming nursery always made to feel special when we visited. All staff have always made a point of saying hello and being friendly, even the staff that have no direct involvement with my daughter.
My daughter's key worker has gone out of her way to ease her transition to the nursery and is wonderful with her.

I'm delighted that my daughter gets to attend this lovely nursery

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Review from Lindsay (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding facilities inside and outside. Staff in baby suite really care, are approachable and put you at ease. I feel happy leaving my daughter because I know that she is safe, happy, learning and developing and is having fun!

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Review from Leanne H (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Professional and friendly staff work hard to offer the highest standards of childcare in the area. My son has blossomed since starting at Children's 1st when he was 10 months old and he is now 2. He loves going and has so much fun when he is there. My second child will also be starting here when he is 11 months old and I am looking forward to seeing the effect being at the nursery will have on him too! All queries and concerns are dealt with effectively and quickly by staff to ensure you are comfortable leaving your child in their care. Each child is made to feel like an important individual who is valued by all staff. I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough!

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Review from Kate R (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Our Daughter's overall development and communication skills have rapidly improved since attending this nursery, and the staff are friendly and extremely professional. The children are engaged and encouraged in learning activities and the facilities are excellent.

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Review from Amy T (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending St Peter & St Paul's Nursery since May 2014 and I could not fault them.
The staff are exceptional and my daughter has always enjoyed nursery and often doesn't want to come home. The facilities are outstanding and my daughter learns so much from her 2.5 days a week there but yet still says how much fun she has.

I would not hesitate in recommending the nursery to friends.

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Review from Kelly W (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Couldn't be happier with the nursery, the staff who look after my little boy are wonderful.

Anything I ask of the staff in the baby suite is always done they always spend time giving me a great review of my sons day.

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Review from Rebecca B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at Children 1st @ St Peter & St Paul from 7 months. He is now over 2. He has Goldenhaar Syndrome meaning substantial hearing loss and a small ear. My son loves the nursery and certain people in particular. I have been continually impressed by the team. I would like to express particular praise for the staff who have all had key involvement in his development. Special thanks to the manager who has always been kind, considerate and reassuring when we have had concerns. I am a very proud mum of a little boy who despite a physical deformity and substantial hearing loss is thriving both at home and in the nursery. To talk to my son today, you would not know he had had such severe hearing loss between a few months and 1.5 years. He has gone from being a shy boy saying few words to one of the more confident in the class. My son can now talk in sentences and says words that we have not taught him. It is not possible for our son to have had better care.

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Review from Emma L (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our child is developing very well and enjoys a variety of environments, all with a similar consistent approach (grandparents, parents and nursery)
Our child has settled well and started walking at 11 months and has the opportunity to practice and is encouraged by all staff members. The only limit is the amount of space in the baby suite, which is fine on a quiet day or a warm day when they can access outside, however, limited during winter.
Whenever we have made any requests the staff have been great.

Our child has a fantastic rapport with his keyworker, which is great.

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Review from Kerrie L (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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My daughter settled into nursery straight away and this is down to the caring, dedicated staff at Children 1st @ St Peter & St Paul. The environment is amazing and the staff go over and above the call of duty to provide the best learning experiences for my daughter. She often comes home telling me all the exciting things she has been doing at nursery.

It is such a relief as a parent working full time to know that my child is so well cared for at nursery and enjoys her time there. She loves it so much that she asked to stay all day instead of her usual morning sessions!

Cannot recommend this nursery enough and we will both be sad when it's time to leave for school.

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Review from Abigail N (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Everything about this nursery is right.

As soon as I went to have a look around with my 11month old I knew he was going to be cared for. From then until he was ready to leave for school the teams have done such an amazing job at looking after my son and helping him become the best he can be. They are genuine, educated and passionate about their roles which clearly shows through in the children. I cannot thank them enough. Would definitely recommend.

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Review from Rachel R (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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We knew the moment we visited this nursery that our children would be cared for in the best place.

The equipment, surroundings and meals are fabulous, but most importantly to us the staff are amazing and so loving. Our children have the opportunity to learn by doing so many more things than I would ever think to do at home, and all supported by key workers who gently bring out their developing confidence and abilities. We couldn't wish for better.

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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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From the second we walked into Children 1st St Peter & St Paul I breathed a sigh of relief, we were met by attentive, supportive professional staff who listened to our needs and concerns and addressed them without hesitation. I still remember the faces of the children enjoying their day at nursery on our show around visit they all looked so happy and so clean. This was a huge improvement from other nurseries we visited. Our son was 9 months old and like most other parents we were apprehensive to leave him but from day one he loved every minute of his time there, we had the emotional days where he didn't want us to leave, I'd hang around at the door riddled with guilt about leaving him but I was always assured he'd be ok, I'd ring 10 minutes later from the car, feeling like the overprotective mother but I was always put at ease and never made to feel silly. From day one to graduation day our sons time atChildren 1st St Peter & St Paul was full of love, care, fun, learning and adventure. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend St Peter & St Paul.

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Review from Danielle E (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2016 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. My twins have just graduated after being here full time for over 2 years. I owe this nursery so much for helping me in bringing up my children to be kind, caring and well mannered little people. The facilities are outstanding and I love how much they value outdoor activities whatever the weather. The staff are professional and friendly. This is a fantastic nursery and will not be disappointed.

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Review from Louise H (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2016 Submitted via Website
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An excellent nursery! My two children are both here and I have been using this nursery since 2014. The staff are friendly, attentive and very caring. Lots for children to do and there is a variety of toys to keep them interested and entertained.

The nursery has recently been refurbished. Very accommodating and the staff/management work well with parents. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone wanting a safe, welcoming, enjoyable environment for their child.

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Meet the Team (2)

Lisa Phillpot
Lisa PhillpotJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 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 Fern
Natalie FernJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 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.

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