Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)

Wern Fawr House, Eastern Business Park, Wern Fawr Lane, St Mellons, Cardiff CF3 5XA
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  • Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons), Cardiff
At Plantos Day Nursery, staff understand that the early years are the foundation of every child's intellectual, social and behavioural development and as a result they strive to provide the best caring environment that encourages learning through play, fun and bilingualism.

Staff ratios are constantly checked and maintained throughout the day to ensure your child receives the most attention and care. All staff have up to date first aid qualifications ensuring health and safety at all times.

The setting's culture is one of continual improvement and innovation. The philosophy is to provide an upbringing at an early age that gives a head start to children giving them more opportunities later on in life.
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Funding & Fees

Session name and description    Rate    Times
Full day with 7.30am start    £80.00    07:30 - 18:00
Full day with 8.00am start    £75.00    08:00 - 18:00
Early bird    £5.00    07:30 - 08:00
       
Morning session with 7.30am start    £55.00    07:30 - 13:00
Morning session with 8.00am start    £50.00    08:00 - 13:00
Afternoon session    £50.00    13:00 - 18:00
       
Full week of 5 days from 7.30am     £390    07:30 - 18:00
Full week of 5 days from 8.00am     £375    08:00 -18:00
       
Wrap-around 7.30am-6pm including 1/2 drop off/collection    £84.00    07:30 - 18:00
Wrap-around 8.00am-6pm including 1/2 drop off/collection    £79.00    08:00 - 18:00
Wrap around morning session 7.30am with drop off to school    £65.00    07:30 - 13:00
Wrap around morning session 8.00am with drop off to school    £60.00    08:00 - 13:00
Holiday club (age 4-7)    £75.00    08:00-18:00

Includes all meals, drinks, formula milk, wet wipes, nappy cream, sun cream.

Contact Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) to get a personalised quote.

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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Lowri Mifsud
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Phillips & Amy Birch (Managers)

Admission Information

  • none

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 29

Total Places for Children

  • 74

Age Range

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

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

Parking

  • There are reserved secure parking spaces to the rear of the nursery in the main car parking area. These allow you to safely walk your child around on the footpath to the main entrance.

Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) Reviews (118)

9.8

Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) has 118 reviews.

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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves coming to Plantos, he has made some really good friends and amazing connections with the girls who work there. He has come on leaps and bounds since being at Plantos. I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a nursery.
Reply from Lowri Mifsud, Owner at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you so much for the lovely review. We will make sure that all the team receives your feedback. Thank you.
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Review from Katie P (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Plantos are so approachable and friendly, my daughter was nervous at first and with their skills and expertise, she looks forward to attending nursery every Tuesday. I recently recommended Plantos to a work colleague and his daughter will be starting soon also. They are absolutely brilliant,
the nursery is so colourful and inviting and the Eylog app is fab, it's lovely to have updates sent to me throughout the day. I was so surprised at how quickly the staff came to recognise me and know me too, even with my mask on!
Reply from Lowri Mifsud, Owner at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you so much for the lovely review and for also recommending us. We will make sure that all the team receive your feedback. Thank you.
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loves Plantos. The staff are so kind and caring and clearly know the children so well. They have been really understanding with some changes in circumstances too.
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Plantos are so friendly and approachable, very informative at handovers and extremely helpful when it came to setting our child care arrangement, as well as helping out little on settle in. Varied menu, which helps the kids explore great outdoor facilities for adventurous minds and always
clean. Lovely nursery all-round!
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Review from James M (Father of Child) published on 23 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my girls love the nursery and all the staff. They always look forward to going there and sharing their time with their friends. There's a good variety of food and activities for all ages. There are also occasional visits off-site which they always enjoy. There are wonderful outdoor play spaces
both front and rear so the girls are never short of fresh air and open play time.
Reply from Lowri Mifsud at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you for the review.
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Review from Cai A (Father of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, we have been so thrilled with the nursery since he started. The girls cannot do enough for him and he is happy going there to play with his friends.
Reply from Lowri Mifsud at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you!
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Review from Michael (Father of Child) published on 2 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team are just fantastic. Well trained and so friendly, our daughter has developed so quickly over the last few months of attending this nursery. We have been so pleased with the decision to send our daughter to Plantos and recommend it to any parents who are looking around at the moment. Our daughter
loves the staff and has learned to sing, dance, paint, communicate and play at such speed since being in their care.
Thank you to the whole team, you really have made it a pleasure to send our daughter to you every day!
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Review from Sharon P (Grandmother of Child) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery staff are a credit. Very friendly and caring my grandson loved going there. Highly recommended.
Reply from Lowri Mifsud at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you so much for your review. We really appreciate it.
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Review from H L (Grandmother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leaving my grandson at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) is something I can now do without any concerns. He loves it there and to me, it is like a family from home. They really look after him. He has made lots of new friends and developed through the activities they offer. Their gardens are great and
the staff make the most of taking them outside. I am so pleased I chose Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons).
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 15 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very caring and friendly.
The menu is very varied and age appropriate.
All ages get to go on educational trips.
My son is well socialised and confident.
Some of the outside space might look a little tired and in need of redecoration but this is no reflection on the service we have
received. Everyone is brilliant.
We highly recommend Plantos.
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Review from Maddy V (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff within this nursery are the biggest asset. There is a warm, loving and empathetic feel throughout the nursery, especially the pre-school room in which my son attends. The staff know the children very well hence they are able to cater to children's individual needs.
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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An outstanding learning and caring establishment. The children are always so happy there due to the attentive staff.
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Review from Nicola P (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves Plantos and she has done since day 1. She calls the nursery her house and tells everyone she is going to her house. Have had lovely staff all the way through the time she has been there. Nothing is too much trouble. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone.
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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started this nursery a month ago and I am so pleased with how much she had already come on. The ladies at Plantos Nursery have been truly amazing with her. They always have time for you is terrific with my child and her needs. I couldn't recommend Plantos Nursery enough.
Reply from Lowri Mifsud, Director at Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons)Thank you for the lovely review.
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Review from Christihe P (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since joining Plantos Nursery, our son has developed in so many ways. He is more confident and balanced and looks forward to going in to nursery every day.


The nursery itself is a fun and bright environment and I think it provides the backdrop for more effective learning.


My son loves his key

worker and all the staff at Plantos are very approachable for parents.


We are very happy with the teaching he has received and his learning experience.


As parents, we feel the staff are very experienced who are caring and professional and whom the children respond well to.


I would highly recommend Plantos.

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Review from Sarah A (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending for nearly a year and has really settled in well. She loves it there, she clearly enjoys herself and likes all the staff. I am happy with the care she receives and would recommend Plantos to anyone.
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Review from Kayleigh A (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not recommend Plantos Nursery enough! My son loves his nursery and the staff that take care of him so much. The staff are extremely friendly and approachable. The care my son receives is fantastic. I am always well informed of how his day has gone and if there have been any problems. I have
not one worry throughout the day when he is with the Plantos team. Plantos is an exceptional day nursery.
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Review from Emily L (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My youngest daughter is currently at Plantos. I am delighted with the care and there is a real feeling of home from home.


All the staff do an amazing job amusing and stimulating the children with lots of art and crafts, baking, stories and games. The gardens are well thought out and in use all year

round which the children clearly love.
Inside is a warm and pleasant inviting environment where each room has lots of age appropriate toys, with lots of bright and colourful displays for parents to see what topics the being covered. My daughter has enjoyed trips out to the park and to a local children's farm too.

It's lovely to walk in at home time and find a happy child who doesn't want to come home!
Overall, I find Plantos an excellent setting, where the staff love and care for all the children, helping them to grow and develop while having lots of fun. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Plantos to any other parents looking for the best care for their child.
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Review from Lucy D (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been going to Plantos since she was 1 year old. She absolutely loves going every week and I have seen her grow in confidence since. All the staff are so caring and nurturing, I couldn't be happier with her care.
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Review from Hayley G (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Plantos, I thoroughly recommend this nursery. They are warm, kind and creative. They genuinely adore the kids and my two have been very happy and settled.
My youngest who currently attends loves all the painting and crafting, and they are always doing something new and
exciting.
I have nothing but praise for the whole team, I wouldn't hesitate to use them again if I had another child.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.835)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10 for Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.835 for Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) is calculated as follows: ( (296 Excellents x 5) + (41 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 345 Ratings = 4.835
  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 Plantos Nursery (Old St Mellons) is based on 29 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 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 74 number of registered child places is 14.8, which has been reached with 29 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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Awards / Recognitions (5)

Meet the Team (3)

Sarah

Sarah Phillips

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2004

SARAH PHILLIPS


POSITION: Operations Manager


TIME AT PLANTOS: 17 years


THE BEST THING ABOUT PLANTOS: The solid reputation it has within the local community supported by parents and valued team members.


FUN FACT: I really like mango however I am allergic to it.

Amy

Amy Birch

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2004

POSITION: Learning & Development Manager


TIME AT PLANTOS: 17 years


THE BEST THING ABOUT PLANTOS: Knowing the positive impact we have on children’s learning experiences prior to state school.


FUN FACT: I was a ballerina with the Royal Academy dance school until I was a teenager.

Gemma

Gemma Evans

Job Title: Deputy manager Joined: 2012

POSITION: Deputy Manager


TIME AT PLANTOS: 9 years


THE BEST THING ABOUT PLANTOS: The flexibility allows me to work around my children and their needs.


FUN FACT: I won the cutest baby competition on my first ever holiday.

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