Kids Planet Hartburn

68 Darlington Road, Hartburn, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 5ER
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9.3 11 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Hartburn, Stockton-on-Tees
Kids Planet Hartburn is a spacious, community-minded nursery that provides a warm, welcoming setting for families in the area. The nursery features five carefully designed rooms, each equipped with modern, engaging resources tailored to support children at every stage of early development.

Outside, a large garden offers ample space for running, exploring, and enjoying active play in the fresh air. With convenient on-site parking, excellent transport connections, and a friendly, experienced team, the nursery delivers a vibrant and inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to flourish.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Catherine Spencer (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • They have a relatively big car park for drop offs and pick ups to the rear of the building and a few parking spaces to the front of the building.

Kids Planet Hartburn Reviews (11)

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Kids Planet Hartburn has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.272) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Hartburn has 11 reviews.

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Review from Thomasina A (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been part of Kids Planet Hartburn for 2 years now. I cannot put into words how amazing all the staff are and how much care and support they provide. They have such a significant role in my son's life and how he develops weekly into the little boy he is and continues to do so.
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dread the day he has to move on from the team at Kids Planet Hartburn because of how much he adores going to spend his days at "Eannes House".
Amazing nursery and team!
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Review from Leanne A (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have always had a positive experience with bringing our daughter to this nursery. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Any enquiries I have made, have been answered quickly and effectively. I would highly recommend this nursery to friends and family
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Review from Hollie L (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A truly wonderful nursery experience


George absolutely loves his time at this nursery, and as a parent, that means everything. The staff are so friendly, patient and genuinely caring - you can really see how much they enjoy what they do. One of the things I appreciate most is how closely they follow

our home routines, especially around napping and comfort. It makes such a difference knowing George's needs are understood and supported in a way that feels familiar to him.


The meals provided are always nutritious and balanced, and I love hearing about the different foods he's tried and enjoyed. The team do such a fantastic job engaging the children in a wide range of activities, from creative play to early learning opportunities that help them grow in confidence and curiosity.


George has also really benefitted from interacting with other children, building social skills and making little friendships along the way.

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Review from Carlos S (Father of Child) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves this nursery, and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives! The staff are warm, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child's wellbeing and development. The environment is bright, safe, and full of exciting activities that spark creativity and confidence. My
daughter has grown so much since starting here-socially, emotionally, and academically. Communication is fantastic, and I always feel informed and supported. This nursery truly feels like a second home, and I'm so grateful for the wonderful team who make it such a special place. The only not so positive comment I would make is the external play area which needs some improvement but apart from that, I highly recommend it!
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet is a kind and welcoming nursery. My daughter loves attending the pre school here. She has created great bonds with the team.( All Catherines team are an absolute credit to Kids Planet !) My daughter has improved in confidence and skill wise since attending the nursery. You are kept well
informed on what is going on at the nursery and what has happened throughout your childs day. And it is communicated well in person and on the app. In every aspect i am so please i chose to send my daughter here as coulnt be more happy with the services provided. Thank you - Hayley
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Review from Luke P (Father of Child) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Child started in September 2025 and settled in really quickly, she loves going to nursery and seeing the other children and staff! We picked this nursery because of the setting, plenty of space indoors and out, all staff have been lovely since we started and the manager is always really helpful! Our
child has came on loads since she started nursery, her speech has improved massively! She counts to 5 which is huge as she wasn't really speaking before starting nursery! Meals are always nutritious and she enjoys pretty much everything she is given!
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Review from Amber G (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are all really friendly, I love getting the picture updates via the app as it makes me feel much less anxious about leaving my daughter with somebody else. I love that they are always trying new things and that the kids in preschool serve their own food.
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Review from Hannah R (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't fault this Nursery and how they have helped settle my child - currently in Tots room but started in Baby room! The staff are amazing and communication is great. It is clear that they really care about the children individually and know them well. I trust that she is well looked after and I know
she feels comfortable and safe going as she can find separation from myself hard, but currently goes in smiling and excited for her day. New furniture, resources and look of Nursery are a positive improvement.
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Review from Nicole S (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started kids planet after having a not so great start another nursery and I could not be happier with the way he has settled and the relationships he has already with all the staff. The teacher-parent communication is outstanding and I now feel totally at ease and comfortable with him being in
nursery and he gets excited to go and loves telling me about his day!!
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Review from Sophie N (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Kids Planet Hartburn. Both of our children have attended here and currently our youngest goes. He loves it and the staff are kind, caring, nurturing and have been there a long time which is always a good sign! Communication is really good via the app and the nursery setting
is lovely (wooden resources, very neutral/calm). Would highly recommend this setting.
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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has only been at the nursery for a month but she is loving it! The staff are all friendly too! Her favourite thing is the big outdoor space she gets to play in everyday. I am sure she will continue to enjoy her days in nursery as the year goes on.
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.272)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.272) out of 10 for Kids Planet Hartburn 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 11 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 4.947 for Kids Planet Hartburn is calculated as follows: ( (126 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.947
  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 4.325 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kids Planet Hartburn is based on 11 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 = 3.775
    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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.55
  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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Meet the Team (1)

Catherine

Catherine Spencer

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hi, my name is Catherine Spencer and I am the Nursery Manager at Hartburn. I have worked in childcare since leaving school at 16 and hold a BTEC National Diploma and a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years. I have experience across a range of settings, including nannying, and have been a Manager for 11 years within the same company.


I am a mum of two and am passionate about SEND and inclusive practice. As Manager, I support and inspire staff while working closely with children and families to help everyone flourish and build strong, trusting relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Hartburn

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

Kids Planet Hartburn accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Hartburn Open?

Kids Planet Hartburn is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Kids Planet Hartburn have capacity for?

Kids Planet Hartburn has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Hartburn to the centre of Stockton-on-Tees?

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

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