Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive

128-130 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden NN10 9PW
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  • Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive, Rushden
Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive has been providing childcare to families in Rushden and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.   

The setting offers nursery care and education for children aged 3 months to 13 years. The nursery provides a spacious setting for children to learn and play, and the large garden areas which are dedicated to each age group, offer opportunities for outdoor play and exercise for children to enjoy in all weathers.

The nursery has three age-appropriate rooms – Buttercups for babies up to the age of 2; Daffodils for children over the age of two; and Sunflowers for children aged 3 and 4. They provide child-centered planning, with activities to promote the children's curiosity. The Hive is the out of school facility which provides a home from home atmosphere for children before and after school and in the school holidays. The holiday club always offers action-packed timetables for children to make new friends and have fun!

The setting offers nutritionally-balanced meals and snacks which are freshly prepared each day on site. Special dietary requirements and allergies are catered for. Children from all backgrounds and abilities are welcomed.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Blossoms Childcare Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Kelly Brown (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 97

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • From £6.88 per hour

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

  • There is parking for 6 cars

Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive Reviews (96)

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Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive has a Review Score of 8.1 (8.103) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive has 96 reviews.

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Review from Odette G (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been at Rushden Kids Club Ltd since he was 9 months old and has not once complained about being bored or mistreated, he is well looked after and has made a lot of friends. He has been supported through all of his stages of potty training, aggression, understanding of right and wrong and that's
all I can ask for. Very happy.
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Review from Jolanta B (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased.
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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since my son has been at this nursery he has had 4 key workers, as he has delayed speech -
this really didn't help him having to get to know new staff. I understand that sometimes the turn around of staff is high but surely this is not great for some children that need extra help. Other than this,
I am really happy with everything.
Reply from Natasha Wain, Manager at Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive
The change in key people is not a practice that we advocate but during the development of the staff team, it has been unavoidable.
The nursery has the luxury of an inclusion officer who works with…read more
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Kids Club since she was 2, she is now leaving to start school. My daughter loved being in the 2's room and settled quickly. The staff were attentive and engaging. She struggled when starting preschool though and did not want to go.


Most of the staff are helpful and caring.

However, communication has been bad, my daughter's key worker has changed twice, and both times I was not told. The preschool is big and for a shy child, I feel this has been a bit overwhelming for my daughter, but that is personal preference.
There has been a lot of staff leaving/shuffling and I feel they need to all get on the same page to have stability for the children.
Reply from Natasha Wain, Manager at Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive
Under new management, the team have been working extremely hard on improving transitions for children. The new procedure involves children moving through to their new room on visits with their key…read more
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Review from J B (Grandmother of Child) published on 25 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found my two grandchildren very happy and settled on collection. They have had a fun time at Kids Club and the staff are accommodating. My only concern is three-year-olds are put in the under twos room (educational needs not being met).
Reply from Natasha Wain, Manager at Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive
At no point are three years olds put into the under twos room. Children under two occupy the upstairs baby room and will come down at the end of the day ready for collection at 6 pm. All children are…read more
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Review from Sarah I (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter is always happy to come in and never wants to go home when I collect her.
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Review from Georgina M (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My child has attended Kids Club from 6 months of age. I was recommended by several parents. I always felt listened to and happy with the service and cost.


Recently, however, there was a lack of communication and warning of price increases due to the Ofsted inspection of inadequate. However, as a

result, parents suffered and this has caused a lot of unnecessary anxiety which has unfortunately impacted on the children - which is not what Ofsted set out to do.
Reply from Natasha Wain, Manager at Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive
As with all nurseries, fees are reviewed annually and this was communicated with parents via letter giving one months notice. Parental feedback was considered and as a good will gesture for existing…read more
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Review from Louise C (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has excelled since starting in the preschool, especially with his speech. He has been coming since he was 1. The staff are lovely and always helpful, they take care of my son and his well-being.
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Review from Clare B (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Kids Club have been amazing with my son. The team are loving, caring and very supportive. The outdoor facilities on site are outstanding and my son has had many years of joy at the setting.
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Review from Aneta T (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is really happy and is a smiley girl. She loves Rushden Kids Club and I'm really happy too.
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
We never had the best start to preschool, however over the last month or so we have seen a huge difference. We hope this continues!
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Review from Suzanne M (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter loves coming to Kids Club. She always settled in both 2's rooms and in pre school, even when off for being poorly. She comes back with no problems, can't fault anything.
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Review from Tammy H (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Happy place to be, my daughter enjoyed every day.
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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My children thoroughly enjoy coming to Kids Club and are really excited in the morning before coming here. The staff are fantastic with the children, very approachable and easy to talk to and always listen to parents needs. I would recommend this nursery to others.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has had a fantastic first year at Kids Club Ltd. She has enjoyed going since day one and due to the fun, friendly environment loves attending every day. The staff are fantastic, I know there have been some big changes at the nursery this year. But they have always put the children first
and make sure each day is as fun filled as the last. My daughter has learnt a lot through play here and is looking forward to returning in September for her last year before starting school.
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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have had 2 children go through the setting using the nursery, preschool and wraparound care. The service has always been excellent and my children have always been happy and safe here. I would recommend this to all.
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Current Review Score: 8.1 (8.103)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.1 (8.103) out of 10 for Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive 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 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.2 out of 5 from 2 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 4.875 for Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive is calculated as follows: ( (21 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 4.875
  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 3.228 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Blossoms Day Nursery and The Hive is based on 2 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 = 3.125
    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 97 number of registered child places is 19.4. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.4 = 0.103
  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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