Children 1st Newark Nursery School

My child has been at Children 1st Newark for nearly 2 years and I can't recommend the nursery enough! The staff are all great, they truly are invested in each and every child. From activities to educational learning they are always planning something new and exciting for the children. Outside play is something that's really important to me and the garden and facilities they have is like non other. As soon as you walk through the door it's such a warm, welcoming and safe environment. I feel so at ease knowing my child is being looked after to the highest quality, the communication and feedback from teachers and management is great. My child is always so happy to go to nursery and as a parent that is the most important thing, overall I am so pleased with the facilities and experience we have had over the past few years and I would recommend to any of my friends and family

This nursery is exactly what I was looking for when I started visiting different nurseries in the summer for my boy, I'm thrilled I found it and I couldn't imagine a more perfect fit for us!

There is a fantastic outdoor play area and are out there utilising this space most days. Overall my son loves being here and I am happy to know he is happy.

Couldn't recommend the nursery enough, my daughter loves coming into the setting it's like a home from home. She settled in so well staff are lovely and I love being able to see what she gets up to and watch her development.

A wonderful nursery! My daughter loves coming here and happily waves me off at the door. The outdoor space is why we chose this one and it's great to see them all running around outside when you pick them up. My daughter has had nothing but positive experiences here and the staff are friendly, approachable and highly committed. I have recommended this nursery to friends and will be sad when my daughter has to leave!

The setting is pretty busy now the free hours have been introduced and it can be tricky to get extra sessions ad hoc but the girls do try to accommodate you whenever they are able.

The staff are amazing. You need to check out the outdoor space is like nothing you will see anywhere else. I love that they can go outside whatever the weather. Overall the place has a homely feel and my little one loves it.

My children definitely feel loved, heard and safe here and have fun every day!

“A home from home” is a statement most nurseries try to replicate but for Children 1st, this is exactly what it is. They ensure they get to know you and your little one and everything they enjoy or makes them happy. It’s nice to see our little boy excited to go to nursery and even calling out their names at home. I recommend Children 1st to everyone and I’m taking the time to write this review because every one of the staff put every effort into making the nursery memorable for our boy.

After moving to the area in August 2023, this nursery was first on our list mainly due to the large garden area it has to offer. My son started at 10 months old, he settled in straight away and made himself at home! The staff are lovely which puts you at ease, especially on those first few settling-in days. The nursery has a variety of toys and activities and his daily diary gives us an insight into what he likes to play with as he’s growing and developing. My son really loves going to nursery.

We are genuinely really happy with the nursery.

My daughter is very happy there. She likes the outdoors a lot. She is learning a lot every day and we get notified through the app of her progress with notes and photos. It was very difficult for me when she started nursery as she was very upset all the time at drop-off. The nursery staff were brilliant. Helped us through the process. Also, the staff and the manager are very accommodating to our family needs. We had to change dates, take some time off, and come back again and everyone was helpful and supportive.

The facilities are great, especially the outdoor space, and they're outside a lot which my daughter just loves.

Highly recommend this nursery.

We have sent both of our boys to Children 1st @ Newark and have always appreciated the care, compassion and high level of service each member of staff has always provided. Our youngest struggles each morning but there is always a staff member available to give him a cuddle which I appreciate so much every single time. We get a really good understanding of what his day has been like by way of a breakdown in his daily diary and also a great handover by a staff member. All members are staff are extremely approachable with any queries or concerns I have and are always open to helping try different things in regard to his routine for example. The nursery itself is a lovely place, the rooms are well thought out for the age ranges, the outside space is incredible and what sold it to us initially. The meals they have as well are balanced, nutritious and always smell amazing. I would recommend the nursery to all. They have given my boys the best start in life and I will always be grateful.

My daughter started back in September as a 9-month-old and she settled so well due to the care and attention of the staff. She is now a year old and loves going to nursery. She has developed so much and comes home with story sacks and paintings. Thank you to all the staff for giving my little girl the love, care and attention that she is thriving off. When in the nursery, it feels like a home away from home which is why we chose this nursery and the food always smells amazing when going in.

We loved Children 1st. They have helped our little boy grow into a confident, loving and curious little person. We have always felt they love him unconditionally and celebrate his individuality. The staff know all of the children and their families so well.

Both my sons currently attend Children 1st Newark and I often refer to the nursery as our extended family. If you are looking for a nursery in Newark that has great facilities, professional processes and fantastic outdoor space but that still manages to maintain a close-knit, family feel for the children then this is your nursery. The baby room is exceptional with the recent refurbishment and the staff are so caring, they’ve helped guide my youngest through major milestones and he’s so obviously happy there. In the early years, my son plays outside, climbing, digging, and being super imaginative and somehow they manage to fit learning in too. His school have commented on his educational level already and so much of that is down to this setting. Also, allergy parents- please accept my recommendation. My youngest, in particular, started with a complex and long list of allergies, we’ve had no slip-ups and they’ve bent over backwards to work with us to ensure they’re safe and fed well.

We have only been using Children 1st @ Newark Day Nursery for the last couple of months, we have moved from another local nursery that we had multiple issues with. We have been well supported and all staff have been warm and friendly and my mind is totally at ease. It’s taken so long to find our perfect fit. Highly recommended.

Our son (22 months) has been going here since he was 12 months and we’ve been massively impressed over the last ten months. Staff are knowledgable, fun and happy, engaged with play, and genuinely committed to his social/physical/cognitive development. The rooms are comfortable and lively, full of books, toys, different activity zones, but with special lights and music for nap time. He has a lot of autonomy in deciding how he plays. They take them outside a lot, and the baby garden and patio areas are great (the garden for bigger kids is really impressive). Food is cooked on site with care given to quality, balance, and enjoyment of meals. When he’s been ill or had a little accident, the staff are wonderful with caring for him and contacting us immediately. He loves going in the morning and is happy, well fed, and well rested at the end of the day. The updates provided are always really informative. We are so happy with this nursery, we recommend them highly.