Kids Planet Brynford

Brynford Road, Brynford, Holywell CH8 8AD
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  • Kids Planet Brynford, Holywell
Kids Planet Brynford benefits from a picturesque countryside location, purpose-built and consisting of four large playrooms. There are six gardens in total, allowing the nursery to prioritise outdoor play throughout the curriculum. Learning, toys and craft materials are age specific.

Professionals pursue a policy of partnership with parents, valuing communication and understanding as children progress towards school age. An equal opportunities employer, the service respects all backgrounds and looks to build positive relationships throughout.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Julie Semourson (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Fees can vary depending on the nursery, and government funding is accepted. It’s best to chat with the nursery directly to find out what your fees might be. A £100 registration fee is required when you apply for a place.


    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

Kids Planet Brynford Reviews (101)

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Kids Planet Brynford has a Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Brynford has 101 reviews.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a great little nursery. All 3 of my children have loved their time here.
Great range of indoor and outdoor activities. The classroom staff are all friendly and build lovely relationships with the children.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review for us. It's lovely to have had all three children attend the nursery and enjoy it so much.
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Review from Elan J (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children at The Wendy House Day Nursery. My son started here during lockdown. The kindness and warmth, thoroughness and transparency of the staff and their approach completely put me at ease leaving my son there. After having my daughter and needing to go back to work I had no reservations
sending her here too! Not only had my daughter settled amazingly, she is genuinely excited and beams at being collected at the door during drop off to go into the baby room! The app they use means keeping in touch and having updates is really easy. The staff are really honest with updates on the children. I love seeing them having a great time when I go to collect them from their respective rooms.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your lovely feedback its much appreciated and we are happy that the children enjoy nursery so much.
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Review from Ruth v (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved my little boy to The Wendy House twelve months ago so he could also start school nursery in the afternoons.
Nothing but praise for the staff, especially two members of staff in particular who are wonderful! Mary Poppins's of North Wales!
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Well thanks for your lovely feedback, we haven’t been called that before... only wish we could tidy the playrooms with a click of a finger as she does! It’s been a pleasure having him and he settled…read more
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Review from Jordanne N (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery around the Flintshire area! My two children attend The Wendy House. They look forward to the days that they go. My little boy used to get upset leaving me at the front door but the staff would always update me and send pictures to reassure me that he was happy and settled once he was
in his room. He now walks off and waves goodbye with no issues due to the girls making an amazing bond with him. He adores them all. You can see the staff and management's genuine care that they have for all of the children. I love seeing all of the activities that both my children do when they are there through the app which I love. Sometimes my daughter doesn’t want to leave but that just makes me more happy in a way to know that she’s having the best time. I would recommend The Wendy House to anyone and will be very sad to leave when the children attend school! Thank you Wendy House for everything you are doing to help my children learn and grow.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much for these lovely comments. The children have settled brilliantly and we do have very genuine caring staff and each child is cared for as an individual and it’s lovely to see them…read more
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Review from Katie T (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot recommend The Wendy House Day Nursery highly enough. The manager and her team are outstanding. My little girl has been doing just one full day a week for the last eight months which we were worried may mean she would find it hard to settle with a week between visits but, after a few settling
in sessions, she runs in with barely a backward glance and enjoys a full day of activities, crafts, play, music and lots of delicious home-cooked food and snacks - which of course she eats all of, unlike at home!
The team have always gone above and beyond to accommodate us in terms of Covid anxieties and their communication is great. I leave my little girl in their care without any worries for the full day and know she’s safe, well looked after and having a fabulous time with her friends and the staff who really do care about your child.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much, lovely feedback. She really loves her one day a week at nursery and is on the go all day!
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Review from Melissa S (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children attending The Wendy House at the moment and are settled and happy there. My 3-year-old can have separation anxiety and struggle to leave me in the mornings however the staff at The Wendy House are extremely attentive to her and are 10/10 and so supportive. Will be sad to see my children
move on as they get older.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much for your lovely feedback, we too will miss the children when the time comes for them to go to school.
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Review from H A (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at The Wendy House really are second to none! My youngest is currently in the baby room and has some additional medical needs which all the girls have become really knowledgeable about and are very supportive of his ongoing treatment. Staff also get to know each child's personality and little
quirks so well and talk about them with such fondness that they almost feel like family! Even staff in other rooms know your child and say hello, it's really heartwarming! My eldest moved onto school last September and has thoroughly enjoyed going back to Holiday Club and seeing his favourite 'teachers' from Red Group! The food and daily activities are great and I particularly love how much outdoor play they get even in inclement weather. One slight negative is that I find the billing difficult to follow and would prefer a simpler, more transparent invoicing system, although I'm sure this isn't helped by the complicated funding system that is currently in place!
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Hi, thanks for those lovely comments. It’s so hard for Mum to leave babies at times and with additional medical needs this only adds to that, we are so glad that you are reassured by the care he is…read more
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Review from S K (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a covid baby, our daughter found going to nursery really difficult. The staff were great with her and were very patient giving her lots of cuddles. She now absolutely loves going to nursery. The staff are very friendly and show genuine care and affection to the children. Our daughter has made lots
of new friends at nursery and has become a very confident little girl.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your lovely comments, settling has been a little more challenging for Covid babies but so glad she has settled and enjoys nursery so much.
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find everything at The Wendy House holds so many activities and learning facilities for children of this day in age, they participate and get involved with day-to-day events like world book day, St David’s day, pancake day, etc. I find the environment is established for the age range and the staff
are always on hand for support and emotional well-being. I cannot express how much The Wendy House has helped and supported not only my own child but others too.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Hi, thanks for your lovely review, we do feel your little one has come on so well since coming to us and he really enjoys coming into the nursery.
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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son (one) has been at The Wendy House for two months now and is so far, loving every second of it. He really seems to like being handed over to his key worker and he comes home a very happy kind of tired every day. We've really noticed a change in his personality and skills in a short space of time
which we owe to the kind, caring and creative staff. He loves the food he is having which is home-cooked and full of variety. We get a full report of his daily activities every day and we love that they take him outdoors to see the sheep and horses etc. So far we couldn't fault the place.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your lovely feedback, it’s really appreciated. Being up in the lovely countryside gives us the opportunity to go on walks in the fresh air and see the horses and sheep in the fields up here…read more
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Review from Alison K (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have our 2 children in The Wendy House. They have been attending for 1 year. Our eldest spent a whole year at home during lockdown and our youngest was born during that period. The transition to nursery followed unprecedented times and it was done with care, understanding and consideration for both
children and parents. Both settled really well which is exceptional in the context! The staff are very caring and know the children and their personalities really well. Our children talk about the staff and it is clear there is a really good bond. They are excited to go in the morning! There is an app so you get lots of pictures and that shows a huge range of activities. I've found it positive to speak to the owner and the manager with experience of many, many years of working with children. As a parent, each stage is a 'first' so that has been helpful on occasion. We've all had a very positive, happy nursery experience so far.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much for your positive comments we are really happy that we can help and advise when needed. It was a difficult period as children have been in lockdown so also a first for us, children…read more
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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Consistent and progressive provision for my daughter. A caring and nurturing environment. Outstanding care is delivered daily. Communication is also very good, parents are updated regularly on a range of information.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, it’s a joy to look after her.
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Review from Stephen R (Father of Child) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, caring, friendly staff, high standard of cleanliness, efficiently run, very good communication, healthy freshly cooked meals every day. (Our son talks about the tasty food cooked by the chef, every time we pick him up). They always have varied activities and practical play experiences. Our son
attended from the age of two and a half and had his last day last week at the age of nearly four and a half. He has loved every day spent at The Wendy House. He has always spoken fondly of all the team that have cared for him and played with him. He will hopefully be returning to the High 5 club in the school holidays, so he can keep in touch with the friends he has made. I honestly could not find anything negative to say about the quality of care that the team at the Wendy House provide. Professionally operated by a caring team.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your feedback and kind words very much appreciated. He was a joy to look after and we hope to welcome him back to a high Fives holiday club .
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Review from Louise G (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended since he was 9 months old and has been very happy, always willing to go and with big smiles coming home. There is lots of outside playing and the childcare is excellent. He has become a confident and independent little boy, since attending The Wendy House.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your great feedback it was lovely to care for him. He's grown up so quickly and we will miss him.
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery for 2 years. Staff have always been friendly and approachable. My daughter has enjoyed going every day and I have felt confident in leaving my daughter in their care. I am actually sad that she is leaving now. The parents' app that the nursery use is brilliant for
sharing photos and what they have done that week, it is handy to check and see what they are going to have for their meals and it makes communication with the staff in the room and the manager easy. I have recommended this nursery to numerous other mums.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It's lovely that you have also recommended us to other parents. We will miss you.
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Review from Rachael S (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended The Wendy House for 3 years and 4 months. It really is a brilliant nursery. During the pandemic, sensible decisions were made that were not over the top. The staff are absolutely amazing and are a credit to the nursery. My daughter has grown up to be a happy and confident girl
with lots of friends and a great imagination - a big part of that is down to the nursery. I'm going to be extremely sad when she leaves for school in a few weeks. I wish she could stay there forever!
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks for your lovely comments. It's always such a pleasure to play a part in your child's most formative years. It's been a challenge through the pandemic but one we rose to so that we could stay…read more
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Review from Sian J (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to The Wendy House since he was 9 months old, I knew I was going to use this nursery again after my daughter also went there and I've absolutely loved sending them, it is the best nursery around. My son skips in every day with huge smiles, I don't even get a kiss or a hug sometimes
as he's that excited to get in! The care is extremely good, I feel incredibly safe leaving him there and I know he'll have a great day every day. They don't just look after your child, they nurture them, teach them new skills through play and books, grow veg, and butterflies, learn all about them then release them into the sky. There's so much more that The Wendy House does. All the nursery assistants are amazing too, I highly recommend this nursery, I'll be very sad when my son leaves in September to go to big school but I'm very grateful for all they've done for him.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much for those lovely comments we really appreciate them. We have loved having both children and will really miss him when you leave this time around. He really is a little ray of sunshine.
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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, this is the second nursery my daughter has been to and she absolutely loves it. She’s happy and smiling going in and tells me all about her day when we get home. The owner and the team are phenomenal.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much. It's lovely to get such great feedback. Wendy.
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Review from Rhianna E (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the Wendy House for 4 years and I couldn’t wish for him to go to a better nursery. The girls who work there are amazing and my son speaks very fondly of them. They do fun things with the kids, such as having parties to celebrate special dates and visits from Santa each Christmas!
I know that my son is very well cared for by the staff and he’s made strong friendships with the other children who he will be moving up to primary school with. The Wendy House has helped me out a lot doing the school runs to and from primary school. They are a 10/10 nursery and I can’t fault the girls who’ve cared for my son from baby room through to red group. Thank you Wendy House!
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks, Rhianna that is lovely to hear. It's a privilege to care for little ones right through from the baby room to school and provide that continuity and stability and to see them make friendships…read more
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Review from Stephanie O (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son (18 months) has been attending the nursery for 6 months now. I am a very overprotective parent (even more so in the current climate) and from our first meeting, the manager helped to put me at ease, the settling in process was really easy and my son settled very quickly, a massive thank you to
the member of staff who was always at the end of the phone with a reassuring voice when I rang for a quick check-in. On numerous occasions, I picked my son up with a slight smell of perfume on him. I loved the fact that the staff members were cuddling my son as I would at home. My son has recently been moved up to the toddler room and the staff have listened to all of my concerns with him moving rooms, I love the weekly pictures and the daily book. A brilliant nursery and I really wish I had found it quicker for my eldest son to have enjoyed the same facilities when he was a baby.
Reply from Wendy Powell at Kids Planet Brynford
Thanks so much for the lovely comments about the nursery and staff. We are very proud of the reputation we have and are always reviewing our practice and environment. The induction visits are very…read more
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.951)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10 for Kids Planet Brynford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.951 for Kids Planet Brynford is calculated as follows: ( (250 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 263 Ratings = 4.951
  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 Brynford is based on 22 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 22 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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Julie Semourson

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2006

Hi, I’m Julie, the Nursery Manager at Brynford. I have worked at the nursery since 2006, joining as a practitioner, completing my Level 2 and quickly moving on to complete my Level 3, then my Level 5 in Advanced Practice in 2014. Working my way up through the roles, I became assistant manager in 2012 and then manager in July 2024.

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