Playdays Day Nursery

James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW
42 Reviews
  • Playdays Day Nursery, Middlesbrough
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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 T W (Father of Child) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend this nursery enough! Both of my girls have attended, our youngest from 10 months old to nearly 5.


Every room is outstanding with enthusiastic staff who put both big people and little people at ease immediately (well, our little person settled 0.2 seconds after Daddy left the room

for the first month or so but we'll gloss over that). The opening hours (0645-1800) are the best I know of for parents who work shifts and they will accommodate shift changes whenever possible. I can recall only 1 or 2 occasions where they couldn't make it work, even when asked last minute!


My eldest daughter's school teacher spoke incredibly highly of the handover report she received from Playdays Nursery. Commenting on how much the education she received at Playdays was evident during her first school year (when compared to other lesser nurseries).


In short, cancel any visits you have to look round other nurseries. You'll be wasting your time!! :-)

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Review from Demi B (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Playdays for one year, starting at 8months old. Throughout our time at the nursery, we have been thoroughly impressed with how efficient and approachable the whole team was, my daughter thrived in their care and I felt comfortable leaving her there. They went out of their way to
be flexible to my often changing shift pattern and to accommodate us where they could.
My daughter loved the outside environment and the messy play the staff would arrange. I appreciated all the mementoes that she would bring home and how she was familiar with the staff, she would put her arms out to go to them in the morning. They were happy for me to ring and drop in whenever I wished to (often in the early months).
My daughter has a severe milk allergy and the catering team were able to fully accommodate this, there was never any incidents of cross-contamination or accidents.
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Review from Catherine R (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Playdays from 9 months old until starting in reception and loved every minute! The staff were so friendly and encouraging to him and managed his milk intolerance really well. The staff in each room made sure I was kept up to date with everything he did and supported his development
really well. I was really pleased I kept him at Playdays instead of sending him to school nursery as they were able to provide a more caring environment than I think he would have received in his school nursery.
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Review from Pauline M (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children love attending Play Days nursery and have developed good friends whilst there!
The staff are so welcoming and quickly got to know the children including likes, dislikes and personality traits. Thank you all so much for providing such a loving, fun and exciting place for the children
to grow and develop!
Both of the children have truly flourished whilst at nursery… the new nursery has a lot to live up to (only moving due to change of job/location)!!
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Review from Jane B (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my boys attended the Playdays Nursery from around 6 months old until they were ready to go to school nursery.
They absolutely loved going, the staff were all friendly and went out of their way to ensure that my boys had an enjoyable experience at every stage of development.
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Review from Terri L (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For my first child, choosing a nursery was extremely stressful. I chose Playdays through high valued recommendations.
Excellent decision. The staff are friendly and caring. I had no problem in deciding that my 2nd child would also attend Playdays.
The food is great and lots of variety. My two
have developed in many aspects with the help of the staff at Playdays such as speech and language, interaction, fun but learning activities. They are allowed to have lots of messy play. I love this nursery and chose to keep my child here rather than school nursery and will do so with my younger one.
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Review from Kerryanne J (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the past 5 years both my children have attended Playdays Day Nursery. The staff have been fabulous and always helpful if I have any questions. I feel that Playdays Day Nursery gave my children the best start in life with things such as socialising and picking up various skills. Both my children
enjoyed attending the nursery. Both my children are either in school now or starting school nursery in September but I will genuinely miss Playdays Day Nursery as it has been such a lovely part of our lives. I would recommend the nursery to everyone.
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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended this nursery one and a half days a week since she was approximately 12 months old in March 2016 and is due to leave soon (August 2016) as she will be starting her school nursery.


We are all going to be very sad for her to leave the nursery as apart from a period of about

1 month of wobbles regarding leaving us, she has loved her time here. She always comes home looking worn out, but very happy.


My husband and are are very happy with the care and tuition she has received and would recommend the nursery to family and friends in a similar situation.

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Review from Maria D (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Playdays nursery since she was 11 months old, and is to continue until she is due to start school
In my opinion the nursery have been everything I have required in a nursery setting which enabled me to go back to work, and work the early & long hours that a hospital based
job requires, and not have to be concerned with her wellbeing.
The nursery appears to be clean, it has plenty of toys, learning stations, books, and most importantly free play for the children. The topics of learning are age appropriate.
Any health issues that have occurred the staff have contacted me straight away, they have dealt with any issues I've had respectfully and sympathetically.
My daughter has been very happy here and I know she is sad to be leaving, and that is down to the friendly staff. I would and do recommend Playdays nursery & would use it again should the need arise.
The only area that I feel could be better is the food. It was better before the current contractors took over.
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Review from Lindsey H (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my two girls attended this nursery and enjoyed it here. They did a variety of activities daily and played outside at every opportunity weather permitting. All the staff are polite, pleasant and more than happy to help. Any questions or concerns are dealt with immediately. The nursery and facilities
are very clean. Overall I would say excellent staff, clean environment and I never once worried about leaving my girls here as I knew they were being cared for well.
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Review from Danielle L (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love this nursery, my daughter had a place 6 years ago and my son has a place now. Both of them took a little time getting used to it (more the fact being separated from me) but both really enjoyed/enjoy their time here. Staff are great, so friendly and both my kids have grown fond of some
of the girls in there. I've got great peace of mind leaving my son there whilst I work. Always been told about accidents, I've never had any problems with the nappy changing situation! Always have his messages when I've picked them up and a good idea of what they've been up to during the day. Learning is great I can't believe how much both of my kids have come on since attending, my little boy now comes home singing songs he's learnt etc and counting. (He turns 2 in sept) it's all good interaction with other kids too. My little girl went into school nursery no problem,I think Playdays had a big part to play in that getting her ready for growing up and moving on. Would recommend to anyone!
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Review from Chris (Father of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Playdays has provided childcare and education for both of my children who have attended since they were 10 months old. Friendly confident reassuring staff have made it easy for myself and my wife to leave our children whilst we work. The nursery offers a flexible service that covers a vast amount of
my working day, at a rate I feel is value for money. Both my children have enjoyed this experience and made invaluable memories we can cherish forever. Upon leaving a keepsake learning journey is given which gave us an insight into their learning through play approach!
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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Playdays when she was 7 months old. She's now 4 and getting ready to move to school. I can't thank the Playdays staff enough for the care, attention and support that they've provided for us both. My daughter thoroughly enjoys being at Playdays and being there has helped to bring
her on in leaps and bounds. At the end of a nursery day my daughter is very keen to tell me what she has been learning about. I've been kept updated on her progress regularly with parents evenings and by bringing her progress folder home and can see that they have provided her with more than the necessary developmental skills to help her on her way to school life and that they have helped her to achieve her EYFS targets. The staff at Playdays are all lovely and I think it's safe to say that my little girl and I will miss them all when she leaves. Thank you Playdays Team, we think you're all amazing :-)
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Review from Nicola R (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have had both of my children under the care of the named nursery over the last 5 years. The nursery has helped my children to develop confidently on there own and with other children and staff members. They have treated my children as individuals accommodating to there dietary and hygiene needs,
whilst communicating with my husband and myself if there were any concerns that were making our children unhappy. I find the staff approachable and wanting the same outcome for our children, happy children who are continuing to develop. Both my children are doing really well.
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Review from Maria M (Aunt of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and managers have been fantastic from day one and I am really grateful for everything they have done to encourage my child to develop. I also really appreciate the additional time spent with physiotherapists allowing professionals to work with my child in the nursery environment and for all
the staff who helped him develop so far. From his diary I can see that he participates in a variety of daily activities and really enjoys his meal times and the variety of food that is offered to him. Keep up the great work. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experiences of Playdays nursery have always been positive, she has been going to the nursery for over 3 years. Our daughter is well cared for and safe, which gives us piece of mind whilst we are at work. The staff are heavily involved in the children's activities, which I have witnessed when picking
my child up. We also enjoy the extra arts and crafts around mothers and fathers day (which I know other nurseries do not partake in). The nursery is also flexible with regard to my short notice shift changes.
When I ask my little girl if she is happy, or what she has done in the day, she is always smiling and positive.
There is nothing I could advise them to improve on. Keep up the good work.
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Review from Tracy O (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both me and my husband are very happy with the nursery and our daughter loves it. The staff are extremely helpful and caring and know each child individually. I would definitely recommend the nursery. She is happy and safe what more can a parent want.
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Review from Asma H (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff and such a lovely nursery. My little boy has been coming here for almost 2 years now and absolutely loves it. He has learnt so much from nursery and being a bilingual child, he has come along really well since starting. The staff have been fab and very supportive throughout his toilet
training and showed lots of perseverance with him, even though I was close to giving up!
Nursery is very large and has different rooms for each age stage that your child goes through. Lots of activities take place including messy play and outdoor play.
My little girl starts in August and I don't have a worry in the world as I know she will be very well cared for whilst I am gone.
Would definitely recommend!
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Review from Ann (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My baby boy has attended for 1 1/2 days a week from 8-4.30. There has not been one instance where I have picked him up upset. Every time I have dropped him off it has been with a cuddle from a member of staff, when I come to pick him up he is often being held or player with. Toy variety is excellent,
staff sit /sing with the children and lots of books and musical instruments to play with and learn from. My child has come on in leaps & bounds since attending, both developmentally & socially. He is a TERRIBLE sleeper & they accommodated all my wishes in regards to putting him to bed etc. I have a breakdown of activities, nappy changes, amount of food and milk drank etc. The times I have asked for more nappy changes due to teething etc this has been done. I can visit or ring at any time. My boy always smiles on arrival and is happy and content when I pick him up. All in all a very good nursery with lovely staff. Only downside is they need more outside space but that is down to location.
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Review from Louise M (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been coming to this nursery since he was ten months and he has just turned three. He loves coming here. He has come on loads there is plenty to do and learning lots of new things every day. The staff are really nice and very helpful if I have a concern I ask the staff and they see to it I'd
definitely recommend it. Thanks so much for looking after my son while I'm at work, which I know he's in safe hands.
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