Highfield Nursery

155 Highfield Road, South Shore, Blackpool FY4 2HG
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9.8 57 Reviews
  • Highfield Nursery, Blackpool
At Highfield Nursery in Blackpool, children enjoy a fantastic start to their early years in a purpose-built, spacious environment. Parents benefit from the nursery being conveniently located in the South Shore area with easy transport links and close proximity to primary schools.

The nursery has a secure garden featuring soft pour and tarmac areas with toys, houses and slides where children can learn social interaction through play.

In addition, there is a purpose-built preschool room, and a separate building for the young toddlers and babies

The children at Highfield are encouraged to be confident and to feel excited by what they can achieve, with a supportive team always behind them.

If you would like to see the nursery, the team would be proud to show you around the lovely setting.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Chloe Hooper (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 11

Total Places for Children

  • 47

Age Range

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

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

  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Highfield Nursery Reviews (57)

9.8

Highfield Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.819) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Highfield Nursery has 57 reviews.

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to this nursery now for 17 months and I have never had any complaints, the staff are always very informative on pick up and polite. On his online journal, I can always see when he's eaten, slept and had nappies changed and always post lovely photos and messages about what they
have been doing that day. I'm happy with the meals that he's been fed and sticks to a very good well balanced diet and never comes home hungry. His speech, social and physical development is improving each and every day he's there and learning so much even at such a young age. He's always happy to go into nursery and always happy and smiling when picking him up and always properly cleaned after meal times and messy play. The nursery has a great variety of toys, sensory items and learning materials along with a lovely outdoor space to keep the children happy and learning. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Abbie Ainsworth, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we really appreciate your feedback!
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Review from Mahnoor H (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My children are so happy to go to the nursery every day, they do variety of activities there. I love the staff they are so good at communicating and understanding. I'm really happy with this nursery even my children's health visitor told me I chose a good nursery for their development.
Reply from Abbie Ainsworth, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we really appreciate your feedback!
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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had a good experience with the management and the teachers. All I can say is: that Highfield Nursery has friendly staff, good management, clean space, well organised and diverse activities. Quick problem solving.
Reply from Abbie Ainsworth, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we really appreciate your feedback!
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Review from Jacqueline W (Grandmother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff in toddlers and preschool were very caring and kind during my granddaughter's transition. She was quite a shy child but has transformed into a confident girl during her time at Highfield.
Reply from Abbie Ainsworth, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we appreciate your feedback!
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Review from Paige M (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since she turned 2, she has become a very intelligent little girl, very independent and daytime toilet trained. I can’t fault the staff one bit, they have put time and effort into her throughout her time being there. She’s made tons of friends and enjoys going to
nursery every day.
Couldn’t not recommend this nursery enough!
Reply from Abbie Ainsworth, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we really appreciate your feedback!
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Review from D C (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Highfield nursery since February 2023. She has complex medical needs and at the beginning when she started they fully accommodated to these needs, however there was a high staff turnover and new staff came. The manager and staff didn’t meet my child’s basic needs let alone
her medical needs, they were meant to do training for her and failed to comply with nurses for the training and didn’t chase it up, she’s a fussy eater due to her complex needs and they didn’t offer her any alternative meals etc. My daughter also came home countless times with soiled nappies and hadn’t been changed during her nursery time.
Due to my daughter's complex needs she requires a catheter which is 3 hourly, as the nursery failed to meet these needs I had to come into the setting to do this every 3 hours or just send her in for 3 hours which I was paying for. My daughter was also in hospital and we got charged for her nursery place whilst she was having brain surgery to save her life.
Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your feedback. As discussed, we have and will continue to support you and your family during these difficult times. We hope that your daughter recovers well, and we look forward to…read more
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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been there for nearly a year and is thriving every day. Unfortunately, we have to work a lot but the practitioners always make sure my little boy is comfortable and he's cared for. They do lots of wonderful activities to develop his fine motor skills and knowledge and makes sure we
are updated with pictures and information.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, we're so pleased to hear that your little one is happy and thriving here at Highfield.
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Review from N H (Father of Child) published on 28 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has really come in since starting Highfield. She loves all the activities they provide, especially the care homes and animal interactions. She loves the pet they have who she can clean out and play with.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
We are so happy that your little one is settled and loves our nursery pet bunny, Patchy!
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Review from Louise N (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has very good activities. Two of my grandchildren go to this nursery. The children always come out happy. The nursery workers are always very polite and always let me know how the grandchildren days been with smiles on their faces. They have been to other nurseries and Highfield is the
best by far. Would recomend it to anyone. Best nursery in Blackpool.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
We're so happy that your grandchildren are happy and settled at Highfield.
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Review from Emma P (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has developed at a rapid speed thanks to the lovely ladies at Highfield Nursery. He has become a clever, confident little boy, and that is thanks to his nursery days. He absolutely loves his key worker and I feel comfortable knowing he will have a great day when I drop him off. The meals they
provide are nutritious and plenty of variety. The activities they do are educational and fun. All-round 5 stars.
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very worried starting my little girl in nursery as she was a very clingy baby due to lock down, and not having the chance to be around other children. She started October 2021 for two days a week and just wow! I'm so glad with my nursery choice, not only have all the staff made me feel so at ease
they have helped my daughter gain so much confidence, she has certainly thrived, I've loved seeing all the new things she's learned and the bond she has formed with the staff is so lovely, I also love the nursery app its really nice to see lots of photos of my daughters days, I couldn't thank the staff and manager enough, thank you for making this experience wonderful
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so glad your little one is settled and doing so well.
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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was really nervous about my child going to nursery but the staff at the nursery put me at ease.
I know my child really enjoys going and I love the updates I get through out the day.
My child always feels happy to go to nursery.
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Review from J K (Father of Child) published on 31 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at nursery since she was a baby and the staff and nursery manager is amazing all staff and manager a very helpful and approachable. My daughter loves going to the nursery and asks to go every day.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so glad your little one is happy and settled at nursery.
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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They have helped my little girl fit in really well. She was not used to other children or other adults outside our family/close friends since lockdown and she is loving her time there. Her first week has been a huge success, hopefully much more to come.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your lovely feedback. we're so happy that your little one has settled so well.
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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending the nursery for nearly 1 year now; he initially started in the baby room and now is part of the toddler's group. I have always felt he is in the safest hands, which allowed me to go back to work without any worries. The nursery caters for his allergies amazingly as they
freshly make all of their food. As part of your fees in the toddler room, the nursery provides nappies and wipes, which provides extra value for money. The nursery is always looking to improve the nursery further and hold feedback sessions. I feel my feedback is always listened to. This last month I have noticed my little boy doing even more activities and appearing lots more on photographs in the app which brings me even more peace of mind. I would recommend this nursery to anyone and cannot thank the staff enough for their amazing care of my child who loves going! Thank you to all staff for your hard work every day.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so glad your little one is happy at Highfield, and you love all the activities on offer.
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Review from Paige M (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always such a warm welcome as soon as the door opened. The staff are so lovely and always give off a family vibe towards the children and parents. My two children absolutely adored all the staff. I’m gutted I had to leave the Highfield family due to travelling distance.
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so glad your little ones loved their time at Highfield.
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Review from J S (Grandmother of Child) published on 14 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having done drop off and collections of my grandson he is always really happy to go in, in fact doesn’t even give me a second glance and always really happy and chatty when he comes out which proves how much he loves it - would definitely recommend
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your feedback. We're so glad your grandson is happy and settled.
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Review from Leigha K (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are amazing with my little boy I can’t thank them enough I wouldn’t go anywhere else. My baby girl will also be starting very soon and I can’t wait for both my little ones to be having fun at the best nursery!!
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased that you little boy is so happy with us, and that you have chosen Highfield for your little girl too.
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Review from Sara C (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't be more happy for my baby to come to Highfield. All the staff is dedicated, kind and try their best to make sure all children are safe and happy the time that they spend together. They always have a smile for all the children and are polite and warm. Our baby is happy there and we are at ease
knowing she is well cared!
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your feedback, we're so glad that your little one is happy and settled.
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Review from Rebecca N (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my kids go to this nursery and they both enjoy it, they are so adaptable to your children's needs and all the staff are lovely and spend the time to listen to your worries, keep up the good work
Reply from Jen Oliver, Manager at Highfield Nursery
Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy you chose Highfield Nursery for you little ones.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.819)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.819) out of 10 for Highfield Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.819 for Highfield Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (289 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 309 Ratings = 4.819
  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 Highfield Nursery is based on 25 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 47 number of registered child places is 9.4, which has been reached with 25 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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Awards / Recognitions (5)

Meet the Team (6)

Chloe

Chloe Hooper

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2021

Chloe join MiChild in 2021, Chloe is level 3 qualified and is our settings SENCO.


Chloe is First Aid qualified and is a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Chloe has over 9 years experience within the childcare sector.


Chloe supports staff with their goals and intentions within the room and helps build exciting opportunities for our children, Chloe also has 3 children of her own.

Nicole

Nicole Hassall

Job Title: Toddler Room Leader Joined: 2024

Nicole has been part of our team since November 2024, Nicole has over four years experience.


Nicole is caring and builds good relationships with children, Nicole enhancing areas of play to the children's interests and making exciting new experiences for the children.


Nicole also has 2 children of her own and enjoys spending quality time with her family

Casey

Casey Fiander

Job Title: L2 Practitioner Joined: 2022

Casey has recently joined our team at Highfield from one of sister nurseries, Casey has over five years experience working with all age groups.


Casey works within our Toddler room and enjoys being creative with the children, Casey is currently working towards her Level 3 childcare qualification.


Casey has 3 step children and enjoys taking them anywhere and everywhere.

Sarah

Sarah Copley

Job Title: L3 Practitioner Joined: 2024

Sarah currently works within our baby room, Sarah has over 5 years experience.
Sarah builds great relationships within our baby room and helps build secure attachments, Sarah enjoys taking the babies for walks and showing them new experiences by going to the library and seeing new surroundings.


Sarah has one child and in her spare time enjoying building Lego and playing games with her little boy.

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Oyin Akinlotan

Job Title: Trainee Practitioner Joined: 2024

Oyin is based in our Preschool room, Oyin is working towards her level 2 with us.


Oyin enjoys practicing key skills the children will need and how to get the children school ready, Oyin builds relationships with the children and parents to ensure they set achieve goals ready for school.


Oyin enjoys spending time with her two children at home and building on her faith.

Tracey

Tracey Larkin

Job Title: Cook Joined: 2016

Tracey is our wonderful cook, Tracey ensures all children and staff get healthy meals throughout the day, Tracey is also Level 3 Qualified and supports when needed without every room.


Tracey enjoys spending time with her three children and family, Tracey likes to relax by going to a rave

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