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Building Blocks Nursery

Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ansari Court, Llantrisant, Pontyclun, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF72 8XR
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I feel the care and patience they show the children is outstanding.Carly M(Mother of Child)
Building Blocks Nursery, Pontyclun
Building Blocks Nursery, Pontyclun
Building Blocks Nursery, Pontyclun

Building Blocks Nursery delivers exceptional care in a joyful, safe, and secure setting.

The dedicated baby room, Mini Explorers, accommodates up to 12 infants aged from 3 months up to 15- 18 months. This self-contained area includes provisions for wet play, a carpeted space for general play, a sleep room, and a secure outdoor zone.

The toddler room, Little Discoverers, caters up to 12 children from 15 - 18 months up to...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Owner

  • Karen Collins
  • Private Owned

Person in charge

  • Kaylie Dudding(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 43

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday07:00-18:00
  • Tuesday07:00-18:00
  • Wednesday07:00-18:00
  • Thursday07:00-18:00
  • Friday07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • Parking is available in the main car park or within Ansari Court.

Funding & Fees

£70.00 per full day
£47.00 per morning session
£47.00 per afternoon session

£59.00 per 9am-3pm session

Flying Start and Childcare Offer Wales places also available.

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Building Blocks Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.963) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Building Blocks Nursery has 48 reviews.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The best nursery ever. My child is progressing every day and loves going to nursery every day. He learns a lot that I can teach him at home. Also, he started to talk thanks to the nursery. They give them a lot of attention and they are doing different activities.

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 27 December 2023 Submitted via Website
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Both of my daughters attended Building Blocks and we couldn't have been happier with the nursery, we often still recommend it to people and kept our youngest there for a year after we stopped working close by because of the supportive environment and how settled she was with the staff and other children. The staff are incredible, dedicated and caring and always attentive to the children's needs. The food was varied and it was always great to hear the different foods the children were eating during the day and the range of activities they engaged with. Couldn't recommend more highly. We miss it now!

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Review from Karen T (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our little one left Building Blocks recently to start school. We've always found the staff helpful and informative during her time there. The effort put into decorating and celebrating various events was always 100%, making it fun for all the children.

I've recommended Building Blocks to others looking for a nursery for their children. My little one often tells me how much she misses the staff there.

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Review from Gemma M (Mother of Child) published on 23 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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When my child first started here, they found it very difficult to settle in. It took a while and they were only attending once a week, however, the staff at the nursery were amazing, they were welcoming, always happy, and very helpful. I could see the difference in my child when they finished, from speech to knowing lots of new things and making lots of friends. The app was always kept up to date throughout the day which was really helpful. The handover at the door was amazing, they would go into detail about how my child was throughout the day.
My child is a fussy eater, but the nursery managed to get my child to try new things and eat the food they provided, if my child didn’t eat the food they allowed me to provide a packed lunch just in case as a backup.

I would recommend Building Blocks Nursery to anyone who is looking for a nursery for their child. They are amazing. The staff have a lot of patience and are always happy. 10/10 from me to everyone who works at the nursery.

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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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We sent both of our daughters to Building Blocks Nursery, I couldn't fault them at all! From starting as babies and leaving ready and raring to go for preschool, they both thrived here. The team are fantastic and their caring nature carries through all 3 rooms. The communication on their app is great and we loved seeing pictures of the girls doing different activities throughout the week. Thanks for all the happy memories.

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Review from Symone C (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Unsure of his start date of attending Building Blocks Nursery but wow what a fantastic team and establishment.
The staff are very professional and I am always greeted with a warm welcome. My son would love to go to nursery and I noticed his speech and his overall general learning and behaviour have expanded for the better all due to Building Blocks Nursery.
He is enjoying school and that's all thanks to Building Blocks Nursery, I can't thank them enough for the first start they have given my son, I will be forever grateful.

Although I felt uneasy leaving him at first, I was always reassured and even contacted just to let me know he was okay. The app was a godsend.

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Review from S O (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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We’ve always spoken very highly of this nursery. The team were fantastic over the 2 years our little girl was there. She was always so excited to go. The food was always to a high standard. There were always lots of fun activities going on for every age group which helped our little girl's development. We couldn’t recommend them enough.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery. Very caring staff and very high standards of hygiene.
My little one was always happy. Good food, lots of varieties.

Caring staff for my little one with lovely facilities and play areas. Good learning, relevant to my little one’s age.

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Review from Jo R (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our son attended Building Blocks for nearly 4 years from 9 months through to starting reception. From the time he started, we never had any doubts that this was the right place for him. All of the staff are always friendly, welcoming and treated our son like family. The activities, facilities and meals provided were fantastic. He still misses the meals now!
You could always speak to a member of staff on the phone and e-mail communication was great with the manager always responding to any queries within a couple of hours. The staff also went above and beyond and were very flexible in catering to any requests such as the wrap-around care and school drop-offs.

Building Blocks has made him the friendly, confident and happy child he is today and we will be forever grateful for the time he spent there. I would highly recommend Building Blocks to anyone!

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Review from Rachael P (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her time in Building Blocks. From the very first day she loved it. The staff really got to know her and her love of art and the outdoors. I used to love the fact she came home with so many different pictures she had drawn or created. I am extremely grateful for the care and attention she received and I would highly recommend to any parent.

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Review from Dominique Y (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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I highly recommend Building Blocks Nursery. I was so sad to have my child leave for school. He thoroughly enjoyed his time here.

In comparison to other nurseries in the local area I’ve heard about, Building Blocks and their lovely staff take such good care of the children. The decorations and effort into activities are so wonderful to see.

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Review from Sabina R (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both our children have been to Building Blocks Nursery (one is now at school and one is still there). The staff are extremely knowledgeable and place the well-being of the children at the core of everything they do. My boy loved going to the nursery and my one-year-old girl runs there every day. I would recommend Building Blocks Nursery to any parent wanting the best start for their children.

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Review from Cat J (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been there since 7 months and I couldn't be happier! She loves it there. The staff are friendly and supportive, working with me to ensure the best for my girl and everyone is approachable. The facilities are lovely and communication is easy and staff are responsive. They update with photos and regularly send crafts home.
Although it's an expense, it's easily the most competitive around and with the best time-to-cost ratio I've found.

I would absolutely recommend to everyone! And can't express how happy and impressed I am.

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Review from Jodie H (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both of my children have attended Building Blocks now, and I have never had one problem. The staff are always great at communicating with us; they are always friendly and helpful. My children are always happy and enjoy themselves!

10/19 everytime.

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Review from Helen R (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I used Building Blocks Nursery for my first child fourteen years ago. The standards are still extremely high and many of the same staff remain, which I feel is a strong sign of a happy workplace. The staff here work really hard. I feel they are as enthusiastic first thing in the morning as they are last thing at night. They are caring, kind and so accommodating. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Building Blocks Nursery, in fact, I do. Communication between staff is very good and the family app works really effectively with daily updates and lots of fab photos showing us parents the lovely and often very creative activities that frequently take place.

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Review from Carly M (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Website
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I have two children who attend the nursery. I feel the care and patience they show the children is outstanding. The children's learning is well supported and feedback from the staff from both face-to-face encounters and the 'family' app, ensures I feel fully updated on their day-to-day activities.

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Review from Danielle D (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I honestly couldn't recommend the nursery enough. My son started with Building Blocks in 2020, and his development has come on leaps and bounds. The staff go above and beyond for all the children. My son has a great relationship with them and is excited to go in every morning. They are so caring, kind and nurturing and really make you feel part of the Building Blocks family. I will be sad to say goodbye when the time for him to go to big school comes. A huge thanks to the team for being so amazing.

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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My little girl loves going to Building Blocks and has been there since she was 10 months old. The staff are all lovely and we have never had any issues.

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Review from Jody H (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would highly recommend Building Blocks. My son absolutely loves attending. Staff at Building Blocks are fair, loving and care about all their children. They ensure all occasions are celebrated and make the nursery look an inviting and exciting place to be.

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Review from James B (Father of Child) published on 13 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have used this nursery for around six years, for both of our children, and throughout this period they have consistently been excellent. Our children have loved it there. The staff are warm and caring.

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Kaylie Dudding
Kaylie DuddingJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2005

Hello, I'm Kaylie, and I've been part of Building Blocks for 18 years. I started as a student during my CACHE Diploma Level 3 in childcare, and after college, I transitioned to full-time work here. Over the years, I've worked in all three rooms, collaborating with supervisors and nursery nurses to ensure the well-being of the children and provide engaging activities.

I achieved my Level 5 in Leadership and Management, leading to my appointment as Nursery Manager in January 2020. In this role, I oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery, prioritizing the welfare of both the staff and the children. Responsibilities include maintaining updated policies, and procedures, and conducting thorough risk assessments.

My passion for working with children has always driven me, to help them learn and develop their unique personalities. At home, I am a parent of three, happily married for a decade. My life is quite busy, especially with my husband and 9-year-old involved in the drama group, and my youngest, a 7-year-old, progressing in karate from a yellow to an orange belt.

Natalie Watts
Natalie WattsJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2003

I'm Natalie Watts, 37 years old, residing in Rhondda Cynon Taff, and actively engaged in the field of childcare.

At 17, I completed my secondary education with 7 GCSEs and began my professional journey as an apprentice at Building Blocks. Over the years, I've progressed to the roles of Room Leader and Deputy Manager.

My choice to pursue a career as a Nursery Nurse stems from a passion for aiding children in their growth and development. The nurturing aspect of this profession resonates with me on a personal level.

Building strong connections during a child's early years is at the core of what I do. I genuinely believe that these bonds set the stage for positive outcomes in their learning, development, and growing independence.

Seeing those moments of growth and change is incredibly fulfilling, and I'm proud to play a part in making a positive impact as a Nursery Nurse.

On the academic front, I've successfully completed my NVQ Levels 3 and 5 in childcare, underscoring my commitment to continuous professional development.

Outside of work, I value quality time spent with my family, whether it be leisurely beach walks or exploring trampoline parks. Creating lasting memories with loved ones brings me joy.

Describing me? Think compassionate, caring, loyal, and trustworthy. And yes, I'm not afraid to get a little silly!

The kids at the nursery love it, and we always have a blast. Life's too short not to have some fun, right?

Louise Owen
Louise OwenJob Title:Deputy Assistant ManagerJoined: 2002

Hi, I’m Louise, and I've dedicated nearly 22 years of my career to Building Blocks Nursery. I began right after college, stepping into the role of a nursery nurse. Over the years, my journey led me to the position of room leader in the Baby room. Here, my responsibilities include crafting engaging activities that contribute to the comprehensive development of the infants under my care.

I'm fortunate to collaborate with an exceptional team that ensures a secure environment for the little ones to learn through play.

Amidst the challenges of the pandemic, I seized the opportunity to enhance my skills. Completing my level 5 management course paved the way for me to step into the role of Assistant Deputy Manager. In this capacity, I closely collaborate with the management team, providing support for the day-to-day operations of the nursery.

Caring has always been a fundamental aspect of my nature. Beyond my responsibilities at the nursery, I extend my caregiving to a family member coping with health challenges at home.

Outside of work, I enjoy going on lots of outdoor adventures with my dog to improve my fitness and health. I also love spending time at my caravan in West Wales and socialising with good friends...

Helen Green
Helen GreenJob Title:Supervisor- Little DiscoverersJoined: 2002

Hi! I’m Helen, a Rhondda Valley local bringing over two decades of experience to Building Blocks Nursery. Currently, I serve as the Supervisor of Little Discoverers, overseeing the unique developmental journey of children transitioning from baby to preschool.

My educational journey includes studies at LLwnypia College and the achievement of an NNEB qualification. As a room supervisor, I thrive on collaborating with our dedicated staff, creating an environment of mutual support and growth.

The most rewarding aspect of my role is witnessing each child's individual growth and personality development. I love listening to their stories and gaining insights into their perspectives on the world.

Outside of work, you'll find me immersed in music, enjoying a good read, and enjoying moments with family and friends.

Rhian Jones
Rhian JonesJob Title:Nursery NurseJoined: 1995

I have been a nursery nurse here at Building Blocks for almost 30 years.

I love my job and enjoy watching the children develop and grow through the stages of their stay. I take great pride in my achievements as a nursery nurse and endeavour to always give the best of my care and knowledge to make every child’s experience with us a happy and fulfilled one.

Denise Timms
Denise TimmsJob Title:Nursery NurseJoined: 2016

I have worked at Building Blocks since 2016, where I was able to gain my Level 3 qualification. My role is supporting the team throughout nursery but I am mainly based within the mini explorers room supporting staff and developing and settling babies within the room. I have key children who I work closely with observing their development, filling in development books and building a portfolio of their time within the nursery. Within the room and throughout the nursery we care, keep safe and nurture all children.

Megan Jordan
Megan JordanJob Title:Nursery NurseJoined: 2020

I started working for Building Blocks in 2020, I am a qualified Level 3 Nursery Nurse, I also have qualifications in food hygiene, safeguarding and health and safety. I really enjoy working as part of the team and enjoy working with all age groups within the nursery.

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