Kids Planet Linthwaite

16 Waingate, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5NR
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9.9 48 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Linthwaite, Huddersfield
Kids Planet Linthwaite in Huddersfield offers children a safe, stimulating and fun learning environment.

Skilled, caring staff give children the care and attention they need to develop their skills and grow in confidence.

A variety of adult-led initiatives and child-initiated play takes place with children given the space to explore creative play indoors and outside.

Healthy, nutritious food is served to children each day.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Debbie Hemmingway (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 38

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Onsite parking available

Kids Planet Linthwaite Reviews (48)

9.9

Kids Planet Linthwaite has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.917) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Linthwaite has 48 reviews.

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one just started here last month, great nursery, very friendly and accommodating staff! I felt at ease and very welcome when starting my little one! They have helped her settle and done everything and more to make it a smooth transition! I am very happy with the nursery and staff and my little
girl seems to be settling very well!! I cannot recommend this nursery enough! I'm very glad that I chose kids planet! They are very attentive and keep you upto date with everything you need to know!
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Review from Andy H (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Kids Planet Both of my sons attend, the staff are absolutely fantastic - caring, attentive, and always making the children feel welcome. The food provided is great, and I'm impressed with the high standards of cleanliness throughout the nursery. The management
team are also fantastic, approachable, and clearly dedicated to giving the children the best start.


The only area I feel could be improved is the security of the perimeter mainly across the side wall to waingate. Adding a more secure fence would give even greater peace of mind to parents.


Overall, it's a wonderful nursery, and we're really pleased with the care and environment provided for our children.

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Review from K B (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very impressed with the service this nursery provides. I have seen significant growth in my son since he joined, I couldn't be more impressed. I have no complaints as the nursery has over delivered with their care and attention. They should be very proud of their achievements as I can imagine it isn't
easy to maintain high standards.
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Review from K D (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids planet Linthwaite is fantastic. They have supported our family in settling and transitioning into the nursery they have been nothing but so helpful and so supportive, they are always on hand to answer any queries we have had. All the staff are so friendly and easy to talk to which makes the experience
even better.
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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Kids Planet Linthwaite. Staff are brilliant and it is clear that they all take the time to get to know each child, their personalities, needs, and progress. We get daily detailed updates through the app which is so useful, as I know what my child has been up to, what they have eaten,
and how long they have slept. Each observation is assessed against the Characteristics of Effective Learning and Birth to Five matters so you know exactly where your child is in their development. Staff also take the time to give you an update when you collect, too. My child loves going to nursery and at only 10 months old settled in really quickly thanks to the bonds built with her key workers and other staff. The care here is excellent and the activities planned are varied and interesting, even for the youngest children.
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Review from Diane H (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends this nursery and I cannot fault it. The staff are warm and friendly and take their time to get to know the children and their needs, nothing is too much trouble. They set up exciting activities for their development and provide you with regular updates. Proudly a variety of healthy and
nutritious food. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review from P Q (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started here when he turned 1. It has been really beneficial for him mixing with the other children there, they've gotten him to eat really well (which I used to struggle with when he was at home) and somehow managed to get him to have a long nap every day.
They've also gotten to know
my little boy really well. He was premature with a growth restriction so was the smallest of his peers despite being one of the oldest. I feel that they all really look after him and care about him, and they tell me he loves cuddles! Also when they write his development reports, I feel like they are so accurate and describe my little boy to a T which is what gives me the confidence that they know him so well. We're unfortunately having to leave this nursery due to moving, but I would definitely recommend and it has been nice knowing that my toddler is in good hands, which is all you want from a nursery!
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Review from Connagh V (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at this nursery now for almost a year with a little more to go, her experience here has been absolutely incredible, we've watched her speech and her confidence grow in leaps and bounds while being here, she's shocking us just lately with the complexity of the sentences she's saying,
they really are doing such a great job around her personal struggling areas. She looks forward to going every morning and loves all her staff, which is brilliant for drop off, no tears and no tantrums, the level of contact between the nursery and parents is unmatched compared to the nursery she was at before, every day I know what she's learning, what's she has played with, and what she's eaten, how it fits in with her progress, just recently had a 1-1 meeting with her key worker which was so nice and inclusive gave us a lot better idea of where she's at and what we can do at home as parents to support, I wouldn't send my child anywhere else, knowing the level of care this nursery provides.
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Review from D C (Father of Child) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Nursery is great. All the staff are professional and friendly. Our two kids love it, they have lots of little friends. Despite pick up, drop off often being chaotic the staff are always smiling and full of information to give to parents. Couldn't recommend more highly.
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Review from J S (Father of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery. My little girls loves it and the staff have been nothing but supportive. Regular updates and check-ins with her key worker have enabled my daughter to continue to make good progress in the early years.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 11 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started this nursery at 3 years old (pre school class). She has never been to a nursery before. I was nervous and apprehensive about sending her but on the viewing session/settling-in session I knew this nursery was perfect for her. Over the weeks she has been attending, I couldn't ask for
a better team. The manager gave me so much information and made me feel at ease with everything the nursery has to offer. All the staff have been amazing, attentive and so welcoming! There is lots for the pre school kids to do, fantastic outdoor play area, hours and hours of fun! My daughter loves going, she asks to go every day.
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Review from Katie F (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really pleased with the level of care my child is currently receiving. They are excited to come to nursery with their friends and happy to tell me all about their day on the way home. The app means than I am being constantly updated and the end-of-the-day handover is clear. Communication is clear
and I get regular updates from the room lead on their progress and anything I can help with at home so that we are all on the same page.
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Review from Kevin F (Father of Child) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started nursery at the beginning of September. We have all been made to feel welcome, and my daughter has really enjoyed her introduction to nursery life. All the staff have a vested interest in her development and she adores them all. We are really impressed with the nursery and the regular
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Review from A V (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends nursery here and loves it, he's always ready to go and see his friends and the staff in the morning. He gets to do loads of activities including messy/sensory play and gets to go outside as much as possible weather dependent which is important to me. The food options are great too. I
only rate the facilities down slightly because a separate sleeping area would be great but this isn't the nursery's fault, there is just no space for this I guess.
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Review from Mica S (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery and all of its staff go above and beyond to cater to the parents' needs but most importantly the children's, I am overjoyed with the love care and attention they have for my child. I would definitely recommend anyone to place their child here, they have surpassed my expectations as a childcare
provider and nothing is too much trouble, my daughter has come on so much in every area and aspect of her learning and growing, all the staff are amazing, we simply love them.
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Review from Heather W (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with wonderful staff. Both my children attend and love it. Staff are attentive and set up exciting activities for the children. There are also lots of extra touches like activity bags to borrow, a recipe book and a book library. There are also regular stay-and-plays that parents can
attend and are a nice way of seeing the children in the nursery setting. Can't recommend the nursery enough!
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Review from Emily W (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Linthwaite is a great nursery with a lovely team and a warm, homely atmosphere. All of the staff take time to get to know the children and their families. My son loves attending, he runs through the door without looking back every morning!
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy with how my toddler has settled in so well at Kids Planet,
management and staff are always friendly and supportive of each child’s needs. Lots of great toys to keep little ones entertained. Couldn’t recommend it any more.
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Review from F D (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is fantastic - warm and welcoming with excellent staff who really know the children and are committed to developing them. Food is varied and healthy and they cope well with allergies. Whilst activities vary, there remains a routine (including yoga on a Wednesday). The nursery is well managed,
staff are knowledgeable and feedback is detailed and regular.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy with my child’s care at Kids Planet Linthwaite, the staff are excellent with him and he’s come on loads with his speak in a short period of time being there, also the way they help cater to his enjoyments if he doesn’t like something I think is brilliant! So he’s never left to come home
hungry.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.917)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.917) out of 10 for Kids Planet Linthwaite 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.917 for Kids Planet Linthwaite is calculated as follows: ( (211 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 228 Ratings = 4.917
  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 Linthwaite is based on 19 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 38 number of registered child places is 7.6, which has been reached with 19 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 (8)

Meet the Team (2)

Debbie

Debbie Hemmingway

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I am a dedicated and experienced early-years professional who has worked with children for many years. I hold a level 5 qualification in leadership and management and have the NNEB qualification.

Shauna

Shauna

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I am dedicated to leading the nursey team with Debbie to provide outstanding childcare and education to all children and families.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Linthwaite

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

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

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Linthwaite Open?

Kids Planet Linthwaite 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 Linthwaite have capacity for?

Kids Planet Linthwaite has capacity for a total of 38 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Linthwaite to the centre of Huddersfield?

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

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