Albion House Day Nursery

9 Albion Street, Grantham NG31 8BG
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Albion House Day Nursery located in Grantham, offers quality childcare for children aged from birth to eight years in a fun, happy and stimulating environment.

The nursery consists of three age specific rooms with a secure well equipped outdoor area.

The first floor houses the toddler and preschool rooms, which incorporates a range of child-height furniture, toys and play areas. Children have the option for free play and organised adult led activities throughout the day to encourage independency. The toilets are located nearby and staff are happy to help with toilet training.

The babies' room can be found on the ground floor. This room has been designed as a sitting room and offers a home-from-home environment where sleep and meal routines can be followed to ensure babies feel safe and comfortable. Babies are encouraged to enjoy activities with sand, water, painting and even jelly play alongside lots of quite time, cuddles and singing.

The garden provides a safe and fun play area and includes climbing equipment, a playhouse, a sandpit, mud kitchen, digging area, and a patch where children grow their own plants.

All staff are NVQ qualified and each child is assigned a key person. Breakfast and lunch are included in the fees. It offers funded places for 2, 3 and 4-year olds, (15 and 30 hours). More information available on request.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lizzy Soper (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 7

Total Places for Children

  • 34

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • £37 -£60 Per day, £300 full time
    Meals for funded children £5 per day (breakfast, snack and lunch)

  • Stretched funding available for 9 month-3 yrs old (11.3 hours per week) Sessions 8-1 or 8-6, some afternoon sessions may be available on request.
    Term time only (15/30 per week)or streteched funding (11.3/22.6 per week) available for 3 yr olds and vulnurable 2 year olds, slightly more flexibility with session times, please enquire.
    Funded hours will be deducted from your weekly costs in accordance with our price lists. Please ask for more information.

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

Parking

  • Street Parking on Albion Road or Albion Terrace.

Albion House Day Nursery Reviews (80)

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Albion House Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.971) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Albion House Day Nursery has 80 reviews.

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Review from Rosie H (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albion House has always been such a happy and supportive environment for my child. The staff are so understanding of our child's circumstances and try to work with the needs of the child to ensure the best quality of care and learning. So happy with our choice of nursery and will be sending my other
children when it's their time.
Reply from Lizzy, Manager at Albion House Day Nursery
Thank you, it has been a pleasure to help your son on his journey. He has grown from strength to strength!
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Review from H Y (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one started in December on my return to work and she has the best time there! The staff are so friendly and helpful and I wouldn't trust anyone else to look after her. They are as accommodating as they can be and I'm so thankful.
Reply from Lizzy Soper, Manager at Albion House Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love looking after your little one! It's a pleasure, and she has settled so well.
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Review from Sarah L (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Albion House now since the end of August after I moved her from another setting which wasn't working for us. I love the hygiene ethos and all the girls work so hard, are so kind and friendly and have made my daughter feel so at home. She always comes home happy and excited
to tell me what she has been up to. Communication is excellent and I feel like I can talk to the girls comfortably and we have worked together successfully on cracking toilet training. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are brilliant - inside is cosy but the children are allowed to be children and mess is allowed which is great and how it should be! I love that they wrap up and go out in all weathers to look at bugs and play in the purpose-built garden which is a great space considering it's a town centre nursery. I find the messages on the app offering prompts to carry on learning from the setting at home really useful. I would highly recommend Albion House.
Reply from Lizzy Soper, Manager at Albion House Day Nursery
Thank you. We have loved welcoming your little girl to our setting, and she is thriving! I love that you get our Ethos and are seeing the benefits of a small home-from-home setting!
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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I moved my baby to Albion House at 9 months old from another setting, when I looked round I felt calm and at home which is down to their HYGGE setting, staff are so welcoming. Since starting (he’s been there 3 months now) he has come on leaps and bounds, he’s so happy, he smiles when he sees the door,
he has formed safe attachments with the staff. I’m told he’s always so happy and is the same baby I have at home, rarely upset, he’s never too much to handle. I can see he is so relaxed and content here. No nursery compares like this one, the staff are wonderful, and they truly love my little boy like family. They have been so welcoming, the facilities are great with so much outdoor space! The children are encouraged to use their imagination with excellent resources enhancing their development, I can’t wait for my son to spend the rest of his early years here. I wish I had more space to write how amazing this nursery is. Give it a try and see for yourself! Thank you so much to the team!
Reply from Lizzy, Manager at Albion House Day Nursery
Thank you so much, it really has been a pleasure to support your transition and welcome your child to our family! He is a wonderful little boy, and you are so welcome, it is what we do!
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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
To everyone at Albion House Day Nursery, I just want to give you all a personal thank you. You welcomed her in with open arms and she’s thrived so much in your presence and with your learning. She’s definitely spread her wings and become the most curious child that she could ever be. I love the fact
she’s come home dirty, it’s a sign of a fantastic day of discovery. I cannot stress and thank you enough for everything you’ve done to support not only her but the co-parenting style we have, making us feel like equals, giving us all the additional support when required and needed and always going the extra mile for us.
Reply from Lizzy Soper, Manager at Albion House Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words and it was a pleasure to give her the best start! Good luck as she transitions to school.
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Review from Hanan G (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Albion House for the past 7 months since just before she turned two, so has had experience of both the baby room and toddler room, and I couldn't recommend them highly enough! We visited a few nurseries and made the decision to go with Albion due to the family and home-from-home
feel, and they have not disappointed. They take the time to get to know each child, nurture their interests and look after them with such care, compassion and attention. They send updates throughout the day via an app so I'm always reassured and answer any questions promptly. My daughter is excited to go in the mornings and always leaves happy, telling me what she did that day. She's learnt so much since she started at Albion and is really thriving which is lovely to see. All the staff are friendly, caring, knowledgeable and professional and we feel confident and happy leaving her in their care.
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't have chosen a better nursery for my little boy. When he first started attending, we both had separation anxiety and all the girls at Albion House were very supportive of this which really helped my little boy to settle. His development has come on leaps and bounds since starting nursery and
the time and attention they pay him. Everyone is very friendly and kind and make my little boy and myself feel very welcome! It really is like home from home and I couldn't have chosen a better nursery!
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Review from Beccy E (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albion nursery is fantastic. Each staff member is lovely, you can tell they really care about your child and their development. They are so creative with the different things they do each day. They find out what your child is interested in and then build off their interests with them. I would highly
recommend this nursery to everyone!
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Review from Harriet M (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since she was around 2 years old and is now 3 and a half. The staff at Albion House are all friendly, approachable and my daughter has formed wonderful attachments to every member of staff who cares for her here. The staff here fill me with confidence when I leave
my child in their care and regularly update parents on how the children are doing throughout the day, using their nursery app. All needs of my child are met every day she attends and she's happy and content when dropping her off and picking her up. The staff plan and implement exciting activities for the children to take part in throughout the days and plan around the children's personal interests, also encouraging further learning at home and supporting parents with this. I couldn't wish for a more supportive, friendly and professional team to take care of my child and it really is like a second little family! Couldn't recommend Albion House Nursery enough!
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Review from Jessica W (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been extremely impressed by Albion House Day Nursery. My daughter's previous nursery closed so she started here as a pre-schooler and she is very happy, singing songs on the way home and always keen to go to nursery in the mornings. The staff are all very friendly and it feels like a warm home
from home atmosphere.
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Review from Heather M (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After the sudden closure of my little boy's previous nursery, Albion House were incredibly helpful and accommodating. After just 2 weeks, my little boy has settled incredibly well into the preschool room and is enjoying his days here. The communication has been great through the app they use, updating
what activities your children are doing, including pictures. I couldn't be happier and would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review from N F (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albion House Day Nursery is outstanding. The staff go above and beyond in every way. Since my son started in September 2021, I have had exceptional help and support with all aspects of my little boy's development and always feel like they are guiding him to develop with all his own interests. The Nursery
share regular updates with us parents and I always feel as if I know what my boy has been up to that day. I can't fault the nursery or staff and will always be grateful I found such a gem for a boy to attend.
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Review from Katy W (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended Albion House since May 2022 and she is thriving with the loving team there! I have never felt so content and happy leaving my daughter - the team really are like an extension of our family and are so nurturing, helpful and skilled in supporting children to learn, play and feel
safe. I love the parent app Albion House use, which lets me see pictures of our child throughout the day, see what she is eating and how much, nappy changes etc. I feel so lucky to have a place with Albion House and I'm excited to watch our little one flourish as she goes into preschool soon! Thank you Albion House!
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Review from Caroline H (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albion House have been a saviour to us as a family. After struggling to find a suitable nursery for my twin boys (one being neurotypical, and one A typical), team Albion have made it possible for me as their mummy and a nurse, to get back to work. We can't praise Albion House staff enough for the care
they give our boys and we are so grateful. They are attentive to their individual needs and massively helped with their development in all areas. And most importantly; our boys love going and are super happy there. We receive updates throughout their day via an app which is lovely to see and also really helpful to know when and what they're eating when they sleep and what special, fun activities they're doing! The management team is also faultless. The managers are so helpful and all staff go above and beyond to assist in any way they can - they told us before gaining places that they are a family...and it's certainly felt that way on our journey so far; thank you Team Albion House.
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Review from Adam S (Father of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy that our twins are at Albion House! The nursery is extremely well-run and there is excellent communication between parents and staff. It is such a friendly, welcoming and calm environment that has a real family feel. The staff are fantastic, so caring and attentive and they really try
to assess and provide for the individual needs of the children. The facilities are superb, exactly the right setting to help with any child's development. Our children are so happy here and are always excited when they know they're going! We feel very lucky that the boys are cared for at Albion House and would wholeheartedly recommend the nursery to any parent.
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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is without a doubt the best childcare setting I have ever come across. This nursery is absolutely outstanding in every way. The staff genuinely love the children and care so much for you and your family. I’ve never felt so happy and secure leaving my children with people - I just wish their hygge
values, childcare, and interaction with families was extended into all the primary schools! The staff are so considerate, empathetic, flexible, and happy to help at any time and my children genuinely adore coming here and have never once been upset! We couldn’t be happier with Albion House and I wish they could stay here forever!
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Review from Sally C (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every week the staff at Albion House Day Nursery blow us away with their amazing approach to child care - not only for our little girl but how they engage us as parents. Words that come to mind when we think about the team, about how our daughter talks about nursery, and about how they make us feel
as parents are; trust, kindness, fun, genuine interest, flexibility, honesty, happiness, reassured and simply brilliant. We’re expecting our second child to arrive soon and already have him enrolled in a place for the future. We know as parents we all look for different things but for us, it’s the best and we can’t recommend it highly enough.
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Review from N W (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albion House is such a fantastic nursery. The care and development of the children is paramount. They often incorporate the children’s interests and views in the everyday activities and are supporting them as they get ready for school. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Albion House Day Nursery.
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Review from Jessica C (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My youngest son is currently at Albion House Day Nursery. He has autism, global development delay and sensory processing disorder. Not only have the staff helped me attain these diagnoses but more importantly they have supported and cared for my son. The staff are fantastic and I would be happy for
any of them to look after my children. The Special Education Needs Coordinator has a wealth of knowledge and has gone above and beyond to help support us and guide us through what was a very difficult time when we had just obtained a diagnosis. She was able to point us in the right direction in terms of the help and support we needed. My son is always eager to go to nursery. He goes in happy and comes home even happier. I cannot rate or thank Albion House Day Nursery enough for what they have done for my family. The nursery is a home from home setting, the children are able to be themselves and thrive, but are taught how to work as a team and communicate with others effectively. Five star in every aspect.
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Review from Olivia J (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Albion House Day Nursery enough. The team are genuinely interested in the progress, development and character of every child. The level of interaction between staff and parents is superb, this team really does go above and beyond for their families. We feel very lucky to have found
such a wonderful setting for our children. Our eldest is now in the preschool room and I cannot wait for her preschool days to come around. Our youngest has settled very quickly in the baby room. We couldn't feel more confident about this nursery!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.971)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.971) out of 10 for Albion House Day Nursery 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.971 for Albion House Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (266 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 274 Ratings = 4.971
  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 Albion House Day Nursery is based on 23 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 34 number of registered child places is 6.8, which has been reached with 23 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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Meet the Team (3)

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Mel Hart

Job Title: Owner Joined: 2005

Mel bought Albion House Nursery in 2005 and has been a hands-on manager ever since. Bringing in her personal ideas and incorporating those of her team, she has changed and developed Albion House to the standard it is today.

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Lizzy Soper

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2016

I am the Manager, SENDCO and have recently qualified as an Early Year’s Teacher. I have worked with children across a variety of settings for nearly 20 years. I have been happily married for 18 years and have two teenage boys and a lovely fur baby Orca at home. I love being outdoors walking and love a good shop!

Catherine

Catherine McKowen

Job Title: Deputy and Toddler room Joined: 2020

I have a Level 3 in Early years and work in the toddler room. I recently got married. I enjoy socialising and spending time with my adorable Nan.

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