Kids Planet Hopwood

Hope Cottage, Lane End, Hopwood, Heywood OL10 2JE
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  • Kids Planet Hopwood, Heywood
Kids Planet Hopwood offers an engaging and welcoming environment for children to learn and play.

The nursery offers the best of both worlds, set in a green and rural area in Hopwood boasting surrounding fields and farms yet with easy connections to the motorway, Buttercups is convenient for busy families in the local area.

Please contact the team if you'd like to find out more.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lisa Tierney (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 64

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Various funding accepted (15 and 30 hours). We offer, Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare. Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please get in touch with the nursery for our most up to date fees and availability.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Kids Planet Hopwood Reviews (17)

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Kids Planet Hopwood has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Hopwood has 17 reviews.

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Review from Emily H (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery with wonderful staff. All very caring and approachable. Feels very safe leaving my little girl in their hands, I'm confident she's well looked after! Thanks to all of the Auntie's, they don't know how special they are!
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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Hopwood is such an amazing nursery!! The staff are all so lovely and the nursery itself is a lovely environment for the children.
My daughter loves it here and she loves all of her nursery aunties.
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Review from Chloe G (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this lovely nursery. The staff are and have always been amazing with my daughter and she's built strong bonds with certain individuals in her room. I'm always updated on the app which is so very re assuring to parents on how their little one is doing at nursery.
The nursery itself is fantastic, clean and the views are amazing, my little one loves it especially now she is coming out of her shell more. She will be staying until she goes to pre school hopefully. Amazing all round!!
Reply from Kids Planet Team at Kids Planet Hopwood
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear you've had such a positive experience with us at Kids Planet Hopwood. Providing exceptional care and support to children and families is at…read more
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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great never had any issues over the two years my son has attended.
Lovey surroundings and great location.
My son enjoys going to nursery which makes it easier for me to send him.
He comes home very happy and he learns new things everyday.
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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended this nursery and I would recommend this to anyone who is considering it. My 2-year-old currently attends. He has so much fun with the activities they do with the children and the staff are so friendly and caring! They are so supportive when it comes to things like potty
training and always give good advice.
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Review from Melissa C (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really grateful to have been able to get my child a spot at this nursery. Having previously worked in the industry I know from the staff's side how hard this job can be and also now being a parent how much you want and expect from a setting. I was apprehensive about my youngest starting due to
some separation anxiety issues however, the girls have worked with me and him so well and my son has shown how much he is comfortable and enjoys going here as already will wave us goodbye and wander in on his own. The staff are extremely hard working and will do their utmost to form a happy loving relationship with the children. They embrace messy play, creativity and I have loved that even in the baby room, they get outside and play when they can. I have really liked when they have even taken them out for a walk in the big 6-seater buggie! The meals vary well and my son is given a well-balanced diet whilst here and he is catered for using my preferred nappies and his milk intolerance is managed too. Thanks so much.
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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank all the aunties enough for helping my daughter settle into nursery so well! It has taken some time but the aunites are always there to greet her when she arrives! She has such a great time every day and always comes home telling me about what she has done that day! She has lovely home-cooked
meals every day which she really enjoys too! She has been on a trip out which she always talks about and loves the amazing outdoor area and cabin too! Thank you so much to all the aunties!
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are amazing with my child, and he has learnt a lot since starting this nursery. He always loves going to nursery and he loves the nursery staff. The food is great and my child always eats the lot.
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Review from Louise T (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending this nursery for the past 9 months and I am so glad that I enrolled him into this nursery. It's taken a while for him to settle in, which I can't thank the aunties enough for being so patient with him, but he absolutely loves it and is so happy here. Every single member of
staff have helped and supported us so much. I love that all the aunties (not just in the baby room) are so personable and make an effort to let onto us in the morning and say goodbyes each day. He has grown so much developmentally, and the aunties ensure that I receive a thorough handover at the end of each day as to how he has been. He has gorgeous home-cooked meals every day catering for his allergies. I cannot recommend this nursery enough and I am so grateful that they care for my child so well. I hope there will be space for our second child which is currently on the way. Thank you to you all for everything that you do.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but nice things to say about this nursery. My son now attends and many years ago I attended the setting as a child, it's lovely going full circle and seeing some of the same faces that were there when I was a child and it gives me comfort seeing the bonds he has with the staff and the
children. The staff are always welcoming and I can speak comfortably to them about my son. I would highly recommend this setting.
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Review from Laura J (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery, the staff are helpful, kind and really do well with my son. They're always around to help and just to have a general chat with you. I will definitely be sending my youngest boy here when he's old enough!
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Review from Nicola F (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have nothing but positive things to say about Kids Planet Hopwood, the staff are fantastic and the overall environment is such a positive, nurturing one. Our daughter has really come on since she started 9 months ago. She loves it and looks forward to her days there!
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Review from Amanda T (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Hopwood is amazing. my child loves it here. She attends for two days, soon to be three, and enjoys every moment. They do lots of amazing activities. Always working with parents to ensure the best for the child. The managers are always helpful and informative about anything needed or any
incidents. Also, with my child having allergies and health needs, offer all alternatives and ensure she never feels left out.
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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are fantastic, they understand the children so well and have really helped my daughter to settle in. I feel comfortable dropping her off there knowing that she'll be safe, happy and well looked after. The app is really good too. It helps to keep track of how your child is getting on and provides
reassurance throughout the day. The nursery is very well managed and parents are kept up to date with any events and notices. The facilities are very good and the activities provided give the children lots of opportunities to learn and have new experiences.
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Review from Alisha M (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, all the girls are so lovely! They do a different activity with them everyday, my son is so advanced for his age, especially with his speech. He looks forward to going in, seeing all the girls and his friends and the food is amazing, it’s like he is eating at a five star restaurant!
They take them to the park / local trips out and have big outdoor spaces where they can explore and get fresh air.
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Review from Kirsty S (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Hopwood is fantastic. Currently have my second child there, first one attended three years previously (before Kids Planet took over but other than admin everything is the same). The staff are approachable, friendly and care for the whole family not just the child. Happy to discuss anything
and take the time to hand over. There are always varied range of activities that are age-appropriate and the rooms have recently each had a makeover to keep them relevant. Theme days, charity days and children's interests are also considered and included in the day to day provision. When possible the children are outside with fantastic views of green space. The nursery are great at catering for dietary needs from my experience. And in regards to fees are level with all other local provisions. 100% recommend them to anyone looking for nurseries in the area.
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at this setting now since September 2021 and has absolutely and continues to thrive. She had very little skills in the way of language when she started and within weeks this developed very quickly. As well, she has complex dietary requirements which have always been catered for
whilst ensuring she remained inclusive to her peers. Incidentally, she continues to eat a wide and varied diet through the rotating menu, a lot of which she will only eat at the setting and not at home! Communication has always been fantastic and we have very regular updates on the day or if we have an ongoing issue being addressed, always handled professionally, but friendly at the same time. My daughter loves being at this setting and the staff are held in very high regard by us all, not looking forward to when she outgrows her time here, but in the meantime I know she is in very safe and capable hands and is exposed to many enriching activities!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Kids Planet Hopwood 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 5.000 for Kids Planet Hopwood is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 167 Ratings = 5
  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 Kids Planet Hopwood is based on 14 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 64 number of registered child places is 12.8, which has been reached with 14 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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Liza

Liza Tierney

Job Title: Nursery Manager

My name is Liza Tierney, I have worked at Kids Planet Hopwood since 2004, working my way up from new starter to nursery manager. Over the years I have watched hundreds of children learn and thrive in our setting building some strong bonds with our families to ensure the children get best out of their time with us, some of the children have gone on to now have their own children attend the setting, which is amazing to see and be part of.
Away from the nursery I enjoy going for picturesque walks with my family and doing every fun day out i can with my own child. We love the outdoors as does our dog Dottie.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Hopwood

What is the Age Range of Children that Kids Planet Hopwood accepts?

Kids Planet Hopwood accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Hopwood Open?

Kids Planet Hopwood is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does Kids Planet Hopwood have capacity for?

Kids Planet Hopwood has capacity for a total of 64 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Hopwood to the centre of Heywood?

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

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