Kids Planet Heswall

1 Milner Cop, Heswall, Wirral CH60 5RJ
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  • Kids Planet Heswall, Wirral
At Kids Planet Marigold, the children lead their own learning in a homely and familiar setting where experienced staff provide the best quality childcare and education.

Situated in Heswall on the Wirral, Kids Planet Marigold has varied indoor and outdoor learning spaces and delicious home-cooked meals.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Joanne Gaskell (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

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 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Kids Planet Heswall Reviews (23)

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Kids Planet Heswall has a Review Score of 10 (9.964) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Heswall has 23 reviews.

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Review from Beth J (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at this nursery for nearly a year and I can only ever say good things about this lovely heartwarming establishment.


He started off in tots room and I was a anxious mum about leaving him. the apps and the staff put my mind at ease so much.


My son has allergies and they have put my mind

at so much ease regarding this.


He then moved into Toddler room in the summer and he has flourished so much. over the past few months the staff have helped with his anxiety over drop off and now he just runs in. Which is so nice to see.


I'm a second time mum and with my first born he went to a school run nursery which I felt wasn't as Nuturing and unique as this Nursery is. It's a shame that when my first son was nursery age this nursery wasn't owned by Kids Planet then and the old company didn't allow a child to just go for one day week. I feel my first born would of flourished here too.


I can't thank the staff enough. they are all so lovely with friendly warm smiles.

Reply from Jo Gaskell, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet HeswallThank you so much Beth for this lovely review , it is so rewarding to hear great feed back like this about our setting.
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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has absolutely thrived at this nursery, and I couldn't be more grateful for the wonderful team who care for her each day. Every member of staff is warm, patient, and truly invested in the children's wellbeing. My daughter runs in with a smile and leaves with one too.


The nursery has

played a big part in her development. From her growing confidence to her social skills and curiosity, I can see how much she's benefiting from the supportive, engaging environment they create. The activities are thoughtful, varied, and always centred around the children's needs and interests.


I also want to express my appreciation for the professionalism and understanding the staff have shown during a challenging period in our family life. Their consistency, reassurance, and sensitivity have made a real difference, and it's comforting to know she has such a stable and caring place to go each day.


I genuinely couldn't ask for a better nursery. Thank you to the whole team for everything you do

Reply from Jo Gaskell, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet HeswallThank you for this lovely review , it is very much appreciated , she is a pleasure to look after.
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Review from Jessica M (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Kids Planet Heswall since he was 8 months old and I am so happy we chose this nursery. From day one everyone has been so welcoming and my son absolutely loves it here, he is always happy going in. The staff are so friendly and build up a brilliant relationship with both the
children and parents and keep us updated on everything either on the parent app or will call if necessary. l would 100% recommend this nursery if you want a comfortable and nurturing environment for your little one.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Heswall has given my child a brilliant start to learning. The staff are excellent, extremely nurturing and it's clear they adore the children. The nursery has a family feel to it, which is credit to the staff. My child loves going to nursery and goes in and leaves with a big smile on his
face. This nursery was used by my family's children when it was known by another name and it still maintains the same high standards. My son often talks about his key workers at home with fondness and I know his development is down to the love and hard work they put in. I would recommend this nursery.
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Review from Anna D (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot rave about Kids Planet enough. I have 2 boys who attend the nursery, 1 in preschool and 1 in toddlers. In both cases, the staff are incredible and know the children inside and out. The preschool room nurtures and prepares children for school with exciting learning opportunities. The toddler
room staff have been excellent in working with my son's speech and developing his confidence. Thank you for all your hard work.
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Review from Kirsty L (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Kids Planet Heswall Preschool from 3 through to school. The nursery feels like one big family and the staff are so caring and genuinely love what they do. My daughter has thrived and is going to school a confident sociable girl who loves to learn.
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Review from Jessica W (Aunt of Child) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children have come through the care of this provision. We can't thank them enough for their unconditional support with their education. Thanks.
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent preschool. Staff are outstanding. My daughter has flourished there and has been able to shine at this nursery and preschool. Staff and management communicate effectively and you feel reassured knowing you are leaving your child in a safe environment where she felt loved.
They cater to the
child and their emotional needs, providing hugs and excellent care. Cannot fault the preschool and we are so sad to leave!
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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are amazing.
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Review from N R (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience with the Kids Planet Heswall has been great since they have taken over, there has been more communication to us, more parent days, lovely new rooms and toys and an all around lovely feel. The graduation was so special and a totally enjoyable afternoon for all. Thank you so much.
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Review from A T (Father of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After our first Daughter attended Kids Planet Heswall it was our only choice for our 2nd daughter. The care my children have and continue to receive there is excellent and would 100% recommend, we have trust in the staff who are all friendly and approachable and have built fantastic relationships with
over time, it has fantastic resources inside and outdoors which have recently been enhanced, our children come home each day and are happy! That is all you want, for your children to be happy! We have two very happy confident girls who love to learn and this we are sure, has been down the the fantastic start to education they have been given from this nursery, and also setting them up for starting school.
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Review from J H (Father of Child) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have two children in the nursery, one in pre-school and one in 2-3yrs (Tweenies). They both love going in and I can honestly say that the staff in each room are fantastic. Massive shout out to two particular members of staff in pre-school and another in Tweenies.
The nursery has actually improved
many aspects of the security/governance since getting taken over and they replaced a lot of the aged/worn toys. My only gripe is that I’ve had to correct a few of the invoices already. The new management staff seem really pleasant though and have been helpful in trying to sort. Nurseries nowadays are super expensive, this is an issue throughout the country.
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Review from Kerry E (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended the nursery from the age of around 9 months until they started school and I cannot recommend it enough.
The girls that work there are amazing and there is very little staff churn, which has been so important to us. The staff are always friendly and helpful, they let
us know if there are any concerns, take any issues that we might have with the children seriously and bend over backwards to accommodate and help. But the real positive is how much the girls genuinely care about our children, and how much our children genuinely love them! The setting is always clean and filled chock-full of toys and equipment that bring the children on leaps and bounds.
I’ve never had any problems in the almost 6 years we’ve been lucky enough to have places for our children there.
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery. Always striving to provide a happy and stimulating environment for our 1 and 3-year-olds. The staff are supportive, caring, and nurturing, and the nursery has supported us with multiple dietary requirements as we navigated several food allergies. We have every confidence in the team
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Review from V C (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for Kids Planet Heswall. My daughter has been there for the past 16 months and has flourished in every way. Coming to the end of my maternity leave, I was so nervous about leaving her with other people who were essentially strangers. I was so reassured by the staff there and
from the very first day, she loved it there! The staff are passionate and committed and have taken time to invest in my daughter's specific needs, asking questions about her personality and reassuring me along the way. I would recommend this nursery to the people I know and love.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has settled into nursery so well thanks to the exceptional care from the team at Kids Planet Heswall. I have been so impressed with everything since he started; from the friendly welcome at drop off to the meals (which my child loves and always has second helpings!)
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Review from Kate U (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been so happy for the past 3 years here, through each room, it has a real family feel and they go above and beyond to support and ensure all the children are happy whatever stage they are in. My son is always so happy to go in and has built some great relationships with both children and staff
here, which is so nice to see as a parent. I know when he is there he is receiving the best care.
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Review from Anna H (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet have provided an outstanding setting for both of my girls in their early years. The staff are nurturing, supportive and genuinely care about the children they look after. They provide an almost family-like setting, something that can’t be easily replicated. Despite other nurseries being
closer to our home, it was an easy decision to send our youngest to Kids Planet; I can’t ask for more from them. There is a reason there is a waiting list to get in!
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Review from Mabel M (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff is lovely. They are always helpful and understanding. My toddler is so happy there and is happy to be dropped off! They are always trying to encourage her development! They are very polite!
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Review from Anna P (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Kids Planet Heswall are an exceptional group of kind, caring and nurturing professionals. My children have been at Kids Planet (Marigold) since they were babies, initially quite shy and nervous of new environments but now confident and thriving thanks to the care they have received. They
offer solid educational and creative experiences so I always feel assured that their development needs are met in a playful, fun and engaging way. I could not fault the staff and key workers across all settings, they have often felt like an extension of our family.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.964)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.964) out of 10 for Kids Planet Heswall 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.964 for Kids Planet Heswall is calculated as follows: ( (265 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 275 Ratings = 4.964
  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 Heswall is based on 23 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 23 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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Meet the Team (1)

Joanne

Joanne Gaskell

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2008

Hi, my name is Jo. I am the nursery manager.


I am level 3 qualified and am a trained DSL and First
Aider.


I love to watch the children grow and develop, and knowing that I have helped them along their learning journey always makes me happy!


I am committed to creating good relationships with all of the families that I care for. I am intent on providing opportunities for the children to engage and extend their learning, and I know that if I go home tired at the end of the day, that I have done my job well!

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Heswall

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

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

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Heswall Open?

Kids Planet Heswall is open: 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.

How many Children does Kids Planet Heswall have capacity for?

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

How far is Kids Planet Heswall to the centre of Wirral?

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

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