Thrive Pudsey

3-5 Wesley Square, Pudsey LS28 7AB
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9.6 72 Reviews
  • Thrive Pudsey, Pudsey
Thrive Pudsey has built up a strong reputation in Pudsey and surrounding communities for quality childcare provision, making a difference to the lives of parents as well as the learning and development of children during their pre-school years. Thrive Pudsey believe in connecting children with nature and employ a fully qualified Forest School practitioner to lead forest school sessions.

A child-centred play based approach is adopted, with learning plans that are personalised to each child. Healthy meals and snacks from locally sourced products is another beneficial addition.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Louise Hunter (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

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

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Thrive Pudsey Reviews (72)

9.6

Thrive Pudsey has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.578) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thrive Pudsey has 72 reviews.

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Review from Leanne (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm really happy with Tots n Tykes and I would never choose anywhere else for my son to go. He is so settled and happy and now thoroughly prepared for school in September.
Reply from Yona Smith at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you, Leanne. Its been a great pleasure looking after both your children and getting to know you all as a family through the years. Don't be strangers.
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Review from Jason C (Father of Child) published on 1 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, great staff. Had no hesitation registering our second child and when we moved away we kept them at Tots n Tykes.
Our eldest has had a great time, learnt so much.
Our youngest has settled in amazingly and looks forward to going.
Reply from Lesley Maughan, Nursery Owner at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review!
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Review from K D G (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am thrilled at my child's personal and educational development since starting at Tots n Tykes last year, and I have no doubt that is due to the well-educated / qualified and dedicated staff who work there, as well as the establishment's holistic and child-led approach which has nurtured my child's
curiosity and interest to learn. Consequently, I am confident about my child's upcoming transition to primary school next academic year. Whilst the outside facilities may be limited compared to other nurseries, I am delighted that Tots n Tykes takes advantage of its location by offering extra services such as trips to the park, banks, library, shops, forest school and swimming lessons (the latter at an extra cost). Having moved and subsequently placed my child into different childcare settings, this is the one that I was the happiest with and I have no doubts about sending my second child there in the near future.
Reply from Lesley Maughan, Director at Thrive Pudsey
Many thanks for your lovely review. We are looking forward to welcoming your second child into the setting!
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Review from Kristy C (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children went to Tots n Tykes and they both received fabulous care and a great range of opportunities through play and experiences. All of this was provided with real love and care just like a family. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tots n Tykes.
Reply from Lesley Maugahn, Director at Thrive Pudsey
It's been a pleasure to look after your children! Thank you for the lovely review.
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Review from Haley S (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery run by caring dedicated staff, I feel very happy dropping my daughter off on a morning before I go to work. Can't give any negative comments! My child's development has progressed a great deal because of what she has learnt at nursery. The staff are also very pleasant and always smile!
I would recommend this nursery to parents.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Susie (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous nursey. Two children very happy there. Lovely caring staff. Very pleased with every aspect of the care given and the nursery environment. Lots of daily activities, great in the preschool (Forest School and swimming). Well thought out sessions, children always happy. Excellent food, a range
of different foods given through the week. Good value for money, best of all fantastic staff.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review
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Review from Clare (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started Tots n Tykes last summer and has settled in really well. As a first time mother, I didn't know what to expect or how I would feel leaving her for 2 full days. However, with settling in sessions and friendly staff, this transition has been swift and pain free. The baby room is
so cosy and all staff from managers to key worker's are friendly, approachable and hard working. The nursery really feels like a 'close family' and I often gush to family and friends at how lucky we are to have found such a fantastic establishment for our daughter to blossom and grow.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for lovely review
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Review from Clare C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that my child receives from the 'Baby Room' is absolutely fantastic. I always feel that he is actually loved by the staff as opposed to being just another child. He thoroughly enjoys his time at nursery and his time there has really brought him on. Nursery encourages his learning and it amazes
me the things that he learns in just a couple of days. I would highly recommend this nursery to any of my friends and family and will definitely be sending further children here.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
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Review from Rose B (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Tots n Tykes is a wonderful nursery, much more like an extended family. The staff are exceptional, so welcoming from the moment you meet, friendly and professional, they have a genuine interest in the care of your child. I have a baby who has just started nursery and an older child who is now at school
and he loved his time here.
Every day is varied with so many different activities taking place, it's an exciting and enriching environment. Lots of experiences for babies, messy play, heuristic areas and nurturing staff. I was amazed my toddler learnt all of his colours and alphabet so early on through play with his key worker.
Forest school for pre-school children is a definite bonus and free flow play inside and out encourages independence. It's reassuring knowing that your child is in safe hands when you are dashing to work, also to receive photos and videos of what is happening at nursery through the Early Years Log mobile app is a welcome new addition.
Very happy to be back again!
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy at Tots n Tykes and loves to go. The staff are all so caring and make every child feel special.
What I really like is the creative environment that inspires imagination and learning. I would not hesitate to recommend Tots n Tykes.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
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Review from Jasmine D (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Tots n Tykes is an amazing nursery and I often recommend them to friends who are looking for childcare. The rooms are like a home from home and the staff are always welcoming and friendly.
Both my children have loved going there, so that speaks for itself really.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
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Review from Lyndsay M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been in nursery since she was 10 months old and she loves it. She always comes home with stories of what she has been doing.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
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Review from Sav N (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children both love the nursery and the staff.
The staff in the baby room have gone above and beyond to make sure both my children settle into nursery.
I have one in the baby room and one in the toddler room and they both love it once they settled down.
I can ring 20 times a day without feeling
am being a nuisance.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Ali O (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Tot n Tykes are all very caring and helpful when asked for advice about anything, especially potty training advice.
I feel they all take great interest and care over my son.
Will definitely use again if we have another child.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Paige M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a wonderful nursery. Moved my little girl here and the staff have done everything I need to ensure my little one settled in.
Their observations are great and they make sure you always know what's happening. It's an amazing atmosphere from the second you walk through the door.
Couldn't thank
the staff enough for progressing my little girl and catering for her needs.
They ensure that if you're doing something at home that they follow it on in nursery eg, no dummy, toilet training.
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Review from Helen D (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hands down the best nursery in Pudsey, probably even Leeds.


Small single site nursery, some of the staff have been their years. Happy staff, happy children. This nursery cares about the children full stop, not about expanding for more profit.


They have an external dance teacher visit each week,

go swimming, go shopping, to the bank, park, library and to a forest school. Fantastic learning fun for the children. My boy has always had plenty of fresh air too, even whilst in the baby room going on walks.


My boy loves going and daughter will be going too.


In nearly two years of my boy being in full-time, I have only been called out once, they appreciate a parent has to work and look after your child as you would yourself.

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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Tots n Tykes have very friendly and approachable staff.
My little boy loves attending 3 days a week.
He settled in very well and has made excellent progress since starting.
I feel extremely comfortable with him being placed there.
It's a fun, enjoyable and friendly atmosphere.
Reply from Lesley Maughan, Director at Thrive Pudsey
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Review from Jennie P (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An excellent nursery with a variety of activities for the children to do. Also, they do things that other nurseries don't - swimming lessons and forest school which my little boy loves. All the staff are helpful and brilliant with the children and if you have any queries they are always happy to help.
They let you know the weeks menu before hand then you can plan your own meals at home knowing you won't be duplicating what your child had for lunch at teatime. All in all a very highly recommended nursery.
Reply from Lesley Maugahn, Director at Thrive Pudsey
Thankyou for your lovely review!!
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Review from Jen T (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous local nursery with caring and nurturing staff.
They have been able to accommodate my requests for baby-led weaning and using cloth nappies without any issues.
My son loves his days here, joining in the many varied child led activities and eating everything they put in front of him.
Reply from Yona Smith, Nursery Manager at Thrive Pudsey
Many thanks for your lovely review.
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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started here in the toddler room and stayed for three years until it was time to go to school. He absolutely loved the nursery and had some fantastic key workers who were really responsive to him and caring.
I was so happy when my second child could also have a place, he has been going
for 6 months now and enjoys it too. His key workers are very proactive and always ensure they speak with me or my partner at the beginning and end of the day. The communication between the nursery and parents is really good which is always helpful when the little one is poorly.
The provision at the nursery always looks great both inside and out. I would recommend the nursery to family and friends as it is a great feeling to know children are in such a great environment.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.578)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.578) out of 10 for Thrive Pudsey 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 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 8 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 4.927 for Thrive Pudsey is calculated as follows: ( (89 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.927
  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 4.651 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Thrive Pudsey is based on 8 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 = 3.8
    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. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 9.4 = 0.851
  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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Louise

Louise Hunter

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021

Louise supports the team in the smooth running of the nursery.

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