Playdays Day Nursery

James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • NHS Owned

Person in Charge

  • Michele Tullius (Manager)

Admission Information

  • Open to all NHS Professionals

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 32

Total Places for Children

  • 86

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • Weekly charge £182.69, Daily £43.45, Session £31.19

Opening Times

  • Monday 06:45-18:00
    Tuesday 06:45-18:00
    Wednesday 06:45-18:00
    Thursday 06:45-18:00
    Friday 06:45-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • The nursery has a drop off bay to enable visitors /prospective parents and currents parents to park; whilst dropping off and collecting children or if they are visiting. No charge.

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Playdays Day Nursery Reviews (42)

Over all time Playdays Day Nursery has 42 reviews.

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Review from Tracy P (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every single member of staff was so lovely they always had time for you despite being so busy with the children. They were all so warm and caring. My son loves it here. The management was approachable and present in the same way all the staff were. We recommend this place highly to anyone who asks.
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Playdays since he was 11 months old - he is now 2 years old. The staff are very friendly and always listen to any requests I have had. They hand over every day the activities my son has been doing and it is always a jam-packed day. Attending Playdays has been really good for
his development including social skills and speech.
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Review from Diana G (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My son went here for 6 months in which I could observe the quality of their care. I can honestly say it’s a low level of care, staff are very nice when they see you as a parent, but they’ll do what they want once you leave. I constantly found my son dirty even if he had spare clothes, I used to pick
him up covered in food on his clothes, face, they cleaned his nose only if you told them. My husband picked him up and he had a dirty nappy with dried poo on his skin and which leaked on his clothes, they sent my son home winter time with no jacket because they didn’t know which is his. Making it short, the place is too small for the number of children, the standard of care is very low and the staff very unprofessional. They weren’t sure some days if my child ate something.
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Playdays Nursery has been nothing short of excellent. The staff are very caring and dedicated. Learning and activities are meticulously planned. The premises are well maintained. I would highly recommend this nursery to friends and family.
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Review from Shannon D (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely, friendly nursery where staff make the children and parents feel relaxed and comfortable. All staff professional and approachable and wonderfully flexible for busy working parents. Great opening hours. Very happy with the placement and would recommend to others.
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Review from Emma F (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Playdays Day Nursery for the past three years. I cannot thank the staff enough as they have helped my daughter (who is very shy) to settle in and brought her on leaps and bounds. The staff are always approachable, helpful, dedicated and always there when needed. My daughter
has loved attending Playdays and I would highly recommend.
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Words cannot describe how grateful I am for the care my child was given during her 2 years at Playdays Day Nursery in the Stepping Stones and Little Learners rooms. She really looked forward to going everyday and thrived during her time there. Staff were always caring, professional, accommodating and
approachable and we got to know them very well. Would highly recommend!
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Review from Elrasheed E (Father of Child) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery staff are very friendly and experienced, very helpful if urgent care is needed. My kid did enjoy going there.
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Review from Victoria W (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended the nursery and I cannot praise it highly enough. The staff are all excellent - friendly, caring and approachable. My kids loved going to nursery - there’s no better praise than that for me!!!!
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Review from Daniella W (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been in Playdays for 3.5 years. I cannot thank the staff enough for all the kindness, care, enthusiasm and professionalism. I have become very fond of many of them over the years. My child has been very happy in Playdays and it makes it easier for me to leave him and go to work knowing
he is happy and well cared for.
My son has just left the nursery and it has been a wonderful few years for our family. Huge thanks to all the staff.
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Review from Lauren P (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has loved her time at Playdays. As she was a quiet and shy child I did worry about her attending nursery initially, but she has come on leaps and bounds and her confidence has massively improved. The staff are brilliant, really helpful and reassuring, and she really loved them.
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Review from Amanda (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended play days over the last 10 years. The staff are great. Very friendly. It is flexible for changing the dates your child is in, which is great if working shifts.
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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have used this nursery for both of my children. They have both thrived in the environment due to the commitment and hard work of the staff. They care deeply about the children's well-being and both my children built up great bonds with the staff whilst there. My youngest son is about to leave for
reception class in September and the nursery staff have prepared him well for his transition. They do many activities throughout the year including singing carols in the hospital at Christmas and various topics to learn which are appropriate to the time of year. My youngest son has been learning French since the age of three (as an extra class) and they also do yoga with the children which he loves. They serve a great variety of healthy food for the children and teach them about food groups and being healthy. They also have an abundance of toys, books, building material and crafts to use. Playdays is a fantastic nursery which we will be sad to leave and I would recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just turned 3 and enjoys nursery very much, however, dropping off on a morning can be emotional for her. The staff in 'Stepping Stones Room' are very supportive and understanding and make sure she is comforted with cuddles until she settles which is reassuring for me. We are aiming to
stop using the dummy so staff are helpful in trying her without it for naps and reporting back to me how she got on. It's great how they encourage the children to play outside whenever they can and are teaching my daughter independence and basic lessons for life. She has so much variety to her day and this nursery fulfils all her needs.
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Review from Claire G (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have used this nursery for just a year now and my son has just left to start school nursery. I cannot explain how torn I was in deciding whether to change or not as this nursery has been amazing. My son absolutely loves it here the staff are so welcoming and caring towards the children it gives me
reassurance that if my child is upset he will have someone to cuddle him and make him feel better, his learning has been brilliant and they keep you informed of everything they do and even why they don't do whilst they are there for their stay, the staff in particular in the stepping stones room will be missed by myself and my son, I wish he could have stayed a lot longer.
I couldn't as for any more than how they looked after him he had so much fun, thank you!
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery offered excellent care to my son and all of the staff were very caring and supportive of his needs. The meals provided were nutritious and activities were designed to encourage his development. This is a highly recommendable nursery with the most caring people I have ever come across!
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Review from Anna S (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in Playdays when she was only 6 months old. I always felt very reassured that she was well and lovingly looked after even though she was so little and was not even completely weaned when she started. Everyone was very caring and lovely to us and obviously competent but with a down-to-earth
approach that was just right! My little girl clearly enjoyed being in Playdays and it helped her development along so much! There was lots of painting, sand games and other creative activities and we even got some self-made art for Christmas from her! Not only did my daughter enjoy the nursery, they were also extremely flexible with my ever changing needs and never let me down even if I got dates wrong, was late for breakfast or had (so many) other issues! The nursery is on the hospital grounds which is very convenient for staff and has very good opening times. I am very grateful to the Playdays nursery and would recommend them unreservedly.
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Playdays Day Nursery for over 2 years and he was very sad to leave. I was very happy with the care he received from day one and he has become a very happy, confident and sociable 4-year-old in part thanks to the girls at Playdays Day Nursery. The hours available are fantastic and the
nursery's flexibility was brilliant for my shift work. I would recommend Playdays Day Nursery to anyone and will be issuing again with my second child when the time comes.
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Review from Carol B (Guardian of Child) published on 29 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Playdays Day Nursery and I have found the environment, care and staff excellent at all times. I have had experience of two other day nurseries and this has been the best by far in terms of facilities, flexibility and overall support for both the children and myself.


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nursery has several rooms which cater for different age ranges, each with a decor and large variety of toys appropriate for the children using them.
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Review from Carly C (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has attended Playdays since he was 9 months old and is now 3. We have been happy with the care he has had since day one. The staff are all fantastic and really welcoming and my little one goes in to nursery every day with a smile. Lots of fun and learning and I have loved watching his
confidence grow as he moved through the rooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Playdays Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Playdays Day Nursery accepts?

Playdays Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Playdays Day Nursery Open?

Playdays Day Nursery is open: Monday 06:45-18:00, Tuesday 06:45-18:00, Wednesday 06:45-18:00, Thursday 06:45-18:00, Friday 06:45-18:00.

How many Children does Playdays Day Nursery have capacity for?

Playdays Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 86 Children.

How far is Playdays Day Nursery to the centre of Middlesbrough?

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

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