Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School

Station Road, Plumtree, Nottingham NG12 5NA
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9.9 137 Reviews
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Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School is situated in the village of Plumtree, close to the A606 and the A52.

The nursery has been extensively refurbished indoors and outdoors to provide a truly unique learning environment with designated areas for babies, toddlers, early years and children aged up to 12-years-old.

The children benefit from eating healthy food to help fuel the development of their young minds and bodies.

The nursery's friendly, enthusiastic staff are fully trained and very experienced. Child to staff ratios are lower than Ofsted requirements.

Children are encouraged to choose their own activity with a huge variety of options both indoors and outside in the garden.

The nursery offers funded places for eligible 2, 3 and 4-year-olds.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Michelle Carlin and Emma Neale (Nursery Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 34

Total Places for Children

  • 143

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School Reviews (137)

9.9

Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.918) out of 10, based on 54 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School has 137 reviews.

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Review from Nicola (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is very happy at nursery. She runs in to her room in the morning, and is always smiling when we come to pick her up. The staff are very understanding and supportive of her needs and I am confident that she is well cared for.
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Review from Linda (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is an amazing nursery with very open and friendly staff that make you feel at ease from day 1.
My child comes home with a smile and tells me she has had a great day.
I would recommend this nursery to everyone!
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with extremely friendly staff. My daughter loves this nursery and we are so pleased we chose this one over the several others that we looked at.
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Review from Eddy (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the nursery since June 2017 and she loves being there. The staff are amazing with her.
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Review from Emily D (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children have attended Children 1st @ Plumtree and have been very impressed with the care and facilities at the nursery. Our youngest son has been with you just over a year and is thriving, becoming more sociable and chatty all the time! Thank you for all the hard work you do to make it
such a lovely place.
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Review from Natalie B (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very clean, friendly environment with high regard for education as well as fun. Brilliant facilities and love the staff who can't do enough to help.
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Review from Lindsey G (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Children 1st @ Plumtree is an exceptional nursery. Their kind and friendly staff are always saying hello to you by name and making you feel welcome at all times.
The diaries are a great idea which gives parents an exact idea of what your child has eaten, how long they have slept etc. I love the Eylog
app so I can see pictures of my little girl which really makes me smile and is reassuring that she is enjoying herself!
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Review from Anna F (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every single member of staff at this nursery is brilliant! My son has settled in so well and is very happy with all the staff!
There is always a fun activity going on and the facilities are excellent and spotless - with brilliant food!
The diary that the staff fill in daily with nap times, everything
they have eaten, nappy changes and their day's activities is such an excellent way for a parent to see what their child has been up to! The staff always take time to tell you about your child's day! I couldn't fault this nursery and I feel like my son is in the best hands! It is miles ahead of the rest! Well done to the manager and team!
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Review from R A (Father of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff, management and facilities are great. I particularly enjoy getting the email updates at work as to what they've been up to that day.
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Review from Charlotte M (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's hard to put into words how amazing this nursery is.
I have two children there and I couldn't be happier with the love, care and education they receive.
Without exception, each member of staff goes above and beyond and genuinely care about the children and their families. Nothing is ever too
much for them and they do everything with a smile.
The setting is truly fabulous and the outdoor area is amazing!
My daughter who is now in early years started at 5 months and goes full time - she is exposed to fantastic learning as well as 'Funky Feet' seasons and Tennis lessons - which she loves!
I will never be able to thank the staff enough for all that they do.
The nursery manager runs the nursery with so much passion and attention to detail.
My children are happy, loved and well fed, every single day - what more can you ask for?
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Review from Helen R (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loves the nursery. There's so much to do. The staff are brilliant and look after him so well. The food is very good and there are plenty of exciting rooms for him to explore as he moves through the nursery.
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Review from Clare K (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The children were all very excited for Christmas as children of my daughter's age are much more aware of what Christmas is all about. They were all involved in a great nativity play all having a role, lots of songs and my daughter is still singing the songs from that play now. They did some great art
and craft activities for Christmas such as cards, tree decorations, calendars and pictures. They interact very well with each other and know other children's names including surnames. They've been trying Christmas turkey dinners and really getting in the spirit of fun at Christmas.
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Review from Amanda B (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, staff are excellent and children thrive. Attended other nurserys in the past but this one is truly brilliant. Would recommend to anyone.
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Review from Joanne D (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was so anxious about returning to work and leaving my daughter, but I really had nothing to worry about. Since starting nursery in Sept 2017, she has thrived and massively grown in confidence. The carers at Children 1st have been so kind and supportive of all my initial concerns I had in leaving her
and she clearly loves going there.
I would highly recommend Children 1st.
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Review from Nicola M (Mother of Child) published on 1 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has settled so well into nursery. I can see that she loves her time there, she's always happy and smiley when I drop her and pick her up. It's fantastic to see how much she is developing in your care.


We have had a difficult run in illnesses but the care from all the staff has been first

class. You really do treat her like your own and I can't tell you enough how comforting this is to my husband and I.


My parents have also commented how lovely, happy and calm the nursery is when they do the pick up for us.


I have already told friends how good Childrens 1st @ Plumtree is and another mum on the estate where we live has sent her little boy to you too!


Big thank you to you all for making our first few months so easy, happy and enjoyable.

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Review from Evelyn S (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Children's 1st @ Plumtree are exemplary. They are committed, caring and loving towards every single child.
Our daughter started her journey at Plumtree in August 2016. She was 10 months old and was very attached to both myself and her dad and we were very worried that she wouldn't settle
in. Now, 8 months on - our little girl is confident, very chatty and independent. The staff have shown her so much love that she now feels safe when we drop her off. Without the dedication of the staff and effective communication, this would not have been possible. The rooms are broken down into a variety of age ranges so that teaching and care is very age-specific. The facilities are all brand new and of the best quality, with a continuous emphasis on parental involvement through secure access to my daughter's learning with an app; of photos, videos and notes to know what she's up to as it happens. We look forward to continuing our daughter's journey at Children's 1st @ Plumtree.
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Review from Ben (Father of Child) published on 8 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff, the facilities, the customer service, the atmosphere and the revamped and modernisation of the Plumtree Nursery are all exceptional!!


Our children love it there and I recommend the nursery to anyone that will listen to me!!


Thank you and keep it up.

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Review from Liza (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely environment with nice staff and very helpful manager. My son seems to be settled here and loves all the space and very stimulating environment especially since the new additions and beautiful bright redecorations.
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Review from Karen (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Children 1st @ Plumtree has a lovely, friendly atmosphere and my daughter and I have been made to feel incredibly welcome. I like the fact that the building is light and airy and has good garden space. There is a good range of activities on offer and she seems to be learning and having fun every day.
The staff are great and it's nice to see her interacting with them every day.
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one loves going to the nursery to play with his friends and he loves his key carer. The facilities are outstanding and the outdoor space is just the type of environment that will inspire adventurous play all day long. The staff are friendly and always willing to help.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.918)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.918) out of 10 for Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School 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 54 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 54 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 4.918 for Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (599 Excellents x 5) + (43 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 647 Ratings = 4.918
  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 Children 1st Plumtree Nursery School is based on 54 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 143 number of registered child places is 28.6, which has been reached with 54 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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Emma

Emma Neale

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2011

Hello, my name is Emma Neale and I am Nursery Manager at Children 1st @ Plumtree.


I began working for Children 1st in April 2011 and since joining I have had the opportunity to grow and develop myself starting my career as a Nursery Nurse, then becoming a Senior Nursery Nurse and a ‘training and development worker’ progressing to Assistant Nursery Manager, and now Nursery Manager.


My favourite part of the job is seeing how the children learn and grow. I love being part of their nursery lives making sure they get the best start.

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