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Children 1st Toton Nursery School

5 Banks Road, Toton, Nottingham NG9 6HE
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Children 1st Toton Nursery School, Nottingham
Children 1st Toton Nursery School, Nottingham
Children 1st Toton Nursery School, Nottingham

Children 1st Toton Nursery School is situated in Toton, with easy access from Long Eaton, Chilwell and Beeston, close to local bus routes. The nursery has been beautifully refurbished throughout; with bright, open areas for babies, toddlers, Early Years and out-of-school children, from 0 – 12 years.

The friendly, enthusiastic staff are all fully trained and very experienced, and staff to children ratios are better than Ofsted recommendations, so you...  

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

Contact Children 1st Toton Nursery School to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Courtney Steed (Nursery Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 39

Total Places for Children

  • 120

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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 & Christmas

Children 1st Toton Nursery School Reviews (198)

9.5

Children 1st Toton Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.484) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Children 1st Toton Nursery School has 198 reviews.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Amazing friendly nursery, we have three children who all go to / have been at this nursery and we wouldn't consider and others locally. The staff are so caring towards the kids. And the staff in the preschool room are exceptional at planning incredible opportunities for the children who can't wait to get there in the morning to find out what activities they'll be part of that day.
Feedback is given verbally at collection but also throughout the day via the app, I love receiving happy photos of my children while I'm at work.
The management team are very approachable and always have time to chat to you.

Resources are great and regularly updated.

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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little boy absolutely loves it here. He always comes home saying his key worker and other staff members names. He is became very confident and runs into nursery. He has learned many new skills and he never wants to leave when I collect him.

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Review from Amy S (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our little one has been at this nursery for a few months now, she has settled fantastically well, and I believe this is due to her key workers, they have got to know her so well, and she enjoys her time playing, learning and developing. Every member of staff we have encountered knows our little girl by name, what she has been up too and have a brilliant relationship with her, and us. I would definitely recommend Children's 1st Banks road and look forward to seeing the brilliant opportunities this nursery offers for her development.

Reply from Laura Harrison, Nursery Manager at Children 1st Toton Nursery School

Thank you for your lovely review, we are glad to hear your daughter has settled in well and we look forward to seeing her grow and develop with us through nursery.

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Review from Grace F (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough! We have been so pleased since both of our children attended. Our eldest has recently gone up to the preschool room, and that in particular has been fantastic. The activities they get involved in are different every day and look so much fun for them. He has come on leaps and bounds and brings things home he's made every day. We feel they've truly taken the time to get to know our children and we could not be happier with their care.

Our youngest also started in the baby room which we didn't start our eldest in. They also have been wonderful and like an extension of home for our son. He absolutely loves going and talks about the staff regularly. We know he's in the best hands when he's there.

The facilities, meals, outside space are great and always clean and fun for the children.

Thank you to all the children's 1st staff. We really are grateful for you and everything you do.

Reply from Laura Harrison, Nursery Manager at Children 1st Toton Nursery School

Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear your children are enjoying their nursery journey.

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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been coming to Toton nursery for 4 years and it's like her second home. She's leaving this year and the nursery have made extraordinary efforts to make the last few weeks special for the children (and the parents). My LO has needed extra support this year and two particular members of staff have been her rock. Everyone in the nursery is incredible. I take my hat off to you all - my daughter's been lucky to have you. Thank you x

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Review from S H (Father of Child) published on 24 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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A very good nursery where you can trust your child to send. My child developed a lot more since attending this school. I wish they had more capacity to accommodate more children and sessions. Teachers and carers are brilliant with daily updates and pictures received daily.

Reply from Laura, Nursery Manager at Children 1st Toton Nursery School

Thank you for your lovely review, we shall share this with the team.

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Review from H A (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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Toton children 1st toton is the most amazing nursery we could have sent our daughter too. The staff are always very professional, kind and caring. They have always shown love and compassion towards our child and have always been there for us as a family. They have encouraged and challenged our little girl in many ways and have always gone above and beyond with activities.

The staff also went above and beyond to make our daughters last weeks of nursery before school so special, they work with the schools very closely and ensure transitions for children are as smooth as possible and ensure parents and children are fully prepared for the next steps!

Thank you to all the staff for being so amazing! I highly recommend this nursery to anybody!

Reply from Laura, Nursery Manager at Children 1st Toton Nursery School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we look forward to sharing your feedback with the staff team.

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Review from K O (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our son has been going here for just over a month now. He absolutely loves being there. All of the staff are very attentive and friendly. The communication is brilliant. Our son eats all the varieties of food as the menu is great. As parents we couldn't be happier sending out son there. Seeing the way our son has developed since being there is beautiful especially the connection he has with the nursery nursers that look after him so we would like to say a big thank you.

Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st Toton Nursery School

Thank you so much for your kind words! It's wonderful to hear how happy your son is and how well he's settled in. We're so pleased he's enjoying the menu and building such lovely connections with the team. Thank you for your kind word and support!

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Review from A V (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our daughter receives at this nursery. From day one, the staff have been incredibly welcoming and professional, creating a warm and nurturing environment that our child looks forward to every day. The team is attentive and genuinely cares about each child's development, always going the extra mile to ensure that every child feels safe, happy, and engaged.
The communication is excellent, with regular updates about our child's progress and activities. The facilities are clean, safe, and filled with stimulating toys and learning materials that keep her excited to explore and learn.

We've noticed a positive change in our child's social skills and confidence since she started attending this nursery, and we're grateful for the loving and supportive atmosphere that the staff provides. We highly recommend this nursery to any parents looking for a place where their child will thrive.

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Review from Rachel G (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has loved going to nursery right from his settling-in days and he still loves it every time since! Collecting him with a smile on his face every day and knowing he is being looked after is good enough for me, but there is just so much for him to do there and the staff are brilliant with putting on little events. I only wish I had more photos of him haha!

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Review from Rebecca O (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started full-time nursery at the beginning of August after going back to work. They have made her feel so welcomed and comfortable and she runs in every morning to go and play. Couldn't ask for anything more. Her eating and sleeping have improved at home and I can only thank the nursery for all there support so far, and I'm excited to see how my daughter develops there!

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Review from Charlotte W (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Perfect Nursery is brilliant with my twins who are quite emotional about leaving me they have helped them become more independent and confident and even with potty trained now both are completely trained in the time and as they go full time this has to be down to them more than me. Would recommend this nursery to anyone. From the moment you enter the reception staff right to the kitchen staff are all very welcoming.

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Review from K A (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at children's 1st Toton since April, and the experience we've had so far is like no other. Having been a nursery nurse myself, I'll easily say I'm a fussy mummy as I know what the expectations should be. My son ended up being egg free within the first few weeks at nursery, and they went above and beyond to help. My little boy trys to leap out of my arms in a morning to go to any staff, which to me speaks volumes on how well he's treated, and he feels safe with them! The level of care he gets really is next to none!

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Review from A K (Father of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My 3-year-old has been going here since she was 1. She loves it. The staff strikes the perfect balance of personable, professional, and nurturing. It is a bit of a distance from our house, but it is worth the travel.

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Review from Megan R (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Children's 1st in Toton since she was about 8 months old and has transitioned through about three different rooms and key workers now. She loves going to nursery and all the support staff she's interacted with. She's somewhat shy and takes a while to adjust to new people, so we've been a bit nervous every time she's moved rooms, but they've always been brilliant at taking the move at her pace. Everyone is so helpful and supportive and we feel completely comfortable and at ease leaving our daughter at nursery under their care.

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Review from L W (Father of Child) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our son loves it here. Couldn't wish for a better nursery for him the staff are excellent alongside the premises. He has and continues to come on leaps and bounds and this is solely down to the commitment and care of all staff.

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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Staff are amazing, really friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
Only gripe would be the gates and doors in the main unit at pick-up/drop-off, these seem to be left open and unattended frequently. It seems very easy for anyone to come and go, adult or child.
However, I must add, when I get to my child's pick-up room, it's only one door and a staff member is always present to hand over your child and watching who comes and goes.

Thank you to all there, you're doing an amazing job.

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Review from Daniella S (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our experience of Children’s 1st @ Toton has been fantastic and the nursery is outstanding. The level of care is exactly what I would like for my child. I feel happy dropping my child off at nursery here every day and feel like he will be safe, well looked after and have a happy day - which is always the case! It is like dropping him off with family. There are plenty of good quality activities going on every day and the staff are excellent. My child gets a good amount of one-on-one time as well as group activities. I am so impressed with his learning from nursery which is a credit to the nursery staff. My opinion of the staff is that they genuinely care for the welfare of my child and others, they know my child as an individual and I trust them. They are always kind and friendly, and I am satisfied that they take safeguarding seriously. The staff go above and beyond to ensure that our child’s experience at nursery is a good one, and we are so grateful. I could not recommend it more!

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Review from Matthew D (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I have two children at the nursery. My eldest has been going for about two years now. It’s been an incredible space for our daughters to grow their minds, social skills and have so much fun. The most amazing and caring teachers and our girls absolutely love them.

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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter loves going to nursery and has a great connection with the ladies who look after her. It’s great to hear about what she’s been doing when I collect her and getting photos/updates on the app and comments in her book, it's confirmation that she’s being well looked after and her emotional, developmental and behavioural needs are being well met. Thank you!

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  • Recipient: StoralDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: StoralDate: Friday 28 Apr 2023
  • Recipient: StoralDate: Friday 29 Apr 2022

Meet the Team (2)

Katie Smeeton Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2008
Katie Smeeton

Hello, my name is Katie Smeeton and I joined Children 1st in 2008. I began my childcare journey as an apprentice, where I completed my Level 3 qualification in Childcare. During my training, I gained so much knowledge and understanding of early years education, which shaped my passion for the profession.

I’ve had the opportunity to work across three of our sites, developing my skills and experiences along the way. This journey has led me to my current role as Nursery Manager.

I hold a Level 3 in Childcare, alongside DSL training and First Aid in the Workplace.

I am especially passionate about working with Under 2’s and supporting their early learning and development. I love welcoming new families into the nursery, and as a manager, I’m able to build those important relationships from the very first phone call or visit, starting strong parent partnerships.

I take pride in supporting families and am passionate about maintaining positive, healthy relationships with them throughout their nursery journey.

Laura Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2007
Laura

Hello, my name is Laura Harrison and I began my journey with Children 1st in 2007. I started as a Level 3 Early Years Educator after completing my qualification at college, but it’s throughout my time here that I’ve gained the most valuable experience and knowledge.

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in three different nurseries, developing my skills and progressing from Senior to Deputy, and now to my current role as Nursery Manager.

I hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, along with DSL and Paediatric First Aid certificates. What I love most about my role is building strong relationships with families, supporting them through those important early stages of nursery life, and watching their children grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence.

I’m passionate about providing high-quality care and creating a warm, welcoming environment where every family’s nursery experience is a positive one.

Frequently Asked Questions about Children 1st Toton Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that Children 1st Toton Nursery School accepts?

Children 1st Toton Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Children 1st Toton Nursery School Open?

Children 1st Toton Nursery School 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 Toton Nursery School have capacity for?

Children 1st Toton Nursery School has capacity for a total of 120 Children.

How far is Children 1st Toton Nursery School to the centre of Nottingham?

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

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