Kids@BT9

58-60 Ulsterville Avenue, Belfast BT9 7AQ
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9.9 162 Reviews
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Kids@BT9, first opened in March 2011 and offers a loving, homely environment for children.

The nursery was originally two large, detached houses which have been renovated, equipped and resourced to provide a bright and stimulating environment for children.

The baby unit provides care for from birth to two years old. Each room offers age appropriate activities and resources with separate sleeping facilities.

The pre-school and junior pre-school building offers a fun-filled busy day for all the children. The pre-school curriculum is complemented by weekly visits from Jo Jingles.

The garden is divided for each age group with plenty of room to run around, explore and climb on an adventure playground.

The children love to share a story on the large story-telling seat.

Learning through play and developing the six areas of learning, helps the team to ensure every child’s individual needs are met.
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Funding & Fees

Full Time - £339
Full Day - £78.00
Two children – Full Time - £563.50

Fees applicable from April 1st 2026.

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Laura Vincent (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 77

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 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 & Christmas

Parking

  • Private car park at rear nursery via Ulsterville Drive.

Kids@BT9 Reviews (162)

9.9

Kids@BT9 has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids@BT9 has 162 reviews.

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Review from Fiona G (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our sons attend Kids@BT9 and our youngest is booked to attend (from the summer). The nursery has so many strengths. Partnership with parents is one of the priorities and I really commend the nursery. I have full trust in the leadership. I have always felt that I am encouraged to play an active
part in the nursery experience. The pre-school organises stay-and-play sessions, frequent parental meetings and a beautiful graduation at the end of the year. My eldest child has enjoyed some of the best days of his life at the pre-school. His happiness and well-being are paramount and his love for the teachers is evident.
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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids@BT9 has a solid reputation in the community. A warm and comforting environment. passionate teachers and staff, active and child-friendly place for one's child to school. Their person-centred approach to teaching was really helpful for my son.
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Review from Catherine O (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is our second child to be enrolled in Kids@BT9, despite it no longer being close to our work or home. We wouldn't have sent our children anywhere else. Everything, from management to food provision is outstanding. We know that our son is being looked after with the highest level of care and learning
through play using evidence-based techniques. There is a vast range of activities on offer daily, including maximum outside play no matter the weather. A varied healthy diet is provided with choices for dietary restrictions. Our son is content, looks forward to going and comes home happy. The staff are wonderful, friendly and knowledgable and very approachable. We will miss the nursery when our youngest leaves this summer - we have been with them for nine years. We couldn't recommend Kids@BT9 enough!
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Kids@BT9 since 2019. I can honestly say it was the best decision I ever made sending her here. The child care she received over the years has been so good for her on a personal level along with her group. Seeing the progress she has made during this final preschool year is emotional
as I have watched her grow into an independent, confident wee girl. This wouldn’t have happened without the care and support from the team at the nursery. I will be as sad as is to say goodbye in August.
Please get an after-school care room so we can come back!
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Review from D S (Father of Child) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience is excellent. The staff are amazing. They are friendly and all the time trying to help my son. My child has great progress in all skills with them.
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Review from M D (Father of Child) published on 22 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased with the nursery care.
My child enjoys staff and activities.
She seems to learn a lot from nursery.
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Review from D M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves this nursery. He’s been attending since he was nine months old and he is now three. The staff are an amazing bunch of girls and I couldn’t be happier with the standard of care that he receives. The nursery is also spotless (something that I would always look for), and he’s well-fed
while he’s there. My son is always happy and smiling when I drop him off and when I collect him. I would highly recommend Kids@BT9 to anyone that is looking for a daycare/preschool place for their child.
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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I recently enrolled my child in Kids@BT9 daycare nursery and I have been extremely impressed with the quality of care they provided. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely seem to care about the wellbeing of the children. The facilities are clean nd well-maintained, with plenty of toys
and activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained.
What I appreciate most about Kids@BT9 is their emphasis on education and development. My child has already shown improvement in his social and cognitive skills since starting at the nursery. Overall, I highly recommend Kids@BT9 to any parents looking for a safe environment for their children.
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, very high standards. Always has the children’s best interest at the heart of everything. Staff have a very caring nature. They provide education at appropriate level and my children always seem to be having fun.
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Review from Rachel L (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I really couldn’t recommend this place enough for your little ones, the staff are all just so incredibly friendly and caring and most importantly you can really see that your child’s development is at the centre of everything. They do so many extra little things that make such a difference whether it’s
the music class or visits from coach or the coffee and tea morning they put on for us mums on Mother’s Day, all their trips out with the kids and the opportunity they create for us parents to get involved too. They just do so much for kids and parents. The manager just shows she really cares about her role and really seems to have such a good awareness of each individual child. She has so much experience and strong knowledge of what is important for children’s development. My son has loved every minute he has spent here and my youngest will hopefully be following suit next school year as I’m not ready to say goodbye to the place just yet!
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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's my favourite Nursery in Belfast. I have 4 boys, two already was learning there, and the next two will be also. What is the best I like, that the teachers are amazing and at the end of the year (June)
They are giving for all pupils a notebook where is a lot of memory of what they were doing in
the nursery all year. Definitely recommend. I love it so much.
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Review from Judy C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my children have attended Kids@BT9, and I could not recommend it highly enough. Every single member of staff and management that we have encountered over the years has been excellent. All the staff are so caring and fun. They go over and above on a daily basis, and I know I never have to
worry about my little ones when they are there.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended two nurseries and compared to the last one Kids@BT9 exceeded my expectations. Since week one in the nursery, when he was only 17 months he was happy, entertained and very well looked after. The staff including the management are always helpful, attentive and supportive. My son tells
me every day how much he enjoyed his day at the nursery. Plays outside, arts and crafts, bun making, jo-jingles and football. There isn't a dull day for him. They pass on all his art at the end of the month. Just a lovely touch! There is an app where they post handovers and photos from his day, which makes you feel at ease knowing he is all good. I would strongly recommend Kids@BT9 to anyone who is unsure. Truly a wonderful nursery.
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Review from G R (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has started since September 2022 and he loves it. Every thing is brilliant, especially activities, facilities and resources. The team are all caring professionals, they take their time to know my little one and help him to be ready for school next year.
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Review from Erika J (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids@bt9 provides outstanding care for our daughter. The staff are warm, professional, good at communicating and genuinely caring. We love the creative, messy and fun ways our daughter can play here. Our daughter has grown in confidence whilst being at Kids@bt9. We love that the children and staff are
from diverse backgrounds and are so welcoming. The facilities are bright and homely and the garden is amazing with so many simple yet innovative ways to play, construction area, water table, story corner, mud kitchen etc. We highly recommend Kids@bt9 and can say we are grateful for how well they have looked after our daughter.
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can not recommend kids@BT9 enough! When I made the decision to return to work I viewed numerous childcare establishments, at one point I was reconsidering my decision to return as I couldn't bare leaving my daughter in some of the places I viewed.
That was until I met the manager of kids@BT9 and
had a viewing! The viewing was amazing from start to finish, it wasn't rushed and there wasn't a room I wasn't shown. Unlike some places, things were hidden. The facilities were spotless, all the children were so happy and the interaction they had from the staff were amazing! Each room had facilities for their age group, and I knew straight away this was the place!
Since we have started the staff have been amazing, especially during the settling in period. I wanted somewhere to help develop/stimulate, and that's exactly what she gets. The staff care about her development as much as I do.
The food/nutrition they provide is also unbelievable.
I couldn't recommend kids@BT9 enough!
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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Kids@BT9 since a baby. June was his last month as he moves on to primary. I cannot rate BT9 enough. All the staff display empathy towards the babies and children. I was very nervous leaving my baby however the baby room staff reassured me from the start. He has grown into a
confident, lovely boy and this is due to the hard work and dedication of all the staff. Great leadership/management. We will miss you all.
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Review from R C (Father of Child) published on 4 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I honestly am delighted I found Kids@BT9 to look after my son, from the very first phone call I knew BT9 was the place to give me the peace of mind I needed while leaving my son as I went to work. The management and staff really make you feel so at ease, I am kept well informed, and the standard of
care is exceptional. My son just loves going into the nursery and every evening when collecting him he comes out buzzing about what he has done that day. Kids@BT9 is a fantastic nursery, I feel my son has progressed very well with his speech and has become a whole lot more confident interacting with other children and adults.
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Review from Reema S (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I chose Kids@BT9 school for my daughter for her pre-school sessions because it was recommended by a friend. My daughter learnt so many things. Her overall developing growth is very good. Their communication way with the children is very nice. They have a wide variety of good quality equipment and toys
and outdoor activities. All the staff members are cooperative and hard working. The playroom nursery is well maintained and stimulating.
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Review from Nicole M (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic pre-school that offers a safe, clean and caring learning environment. All of the staff go the extra mile for the children which gives parents peace of mind. Management uses the resources available in the best possible way to ensure the children get the most from their pre-school experience.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.900)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10 for Kids@BT9 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 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.900 for Kids@BT9 is calculated as follows: ( (227 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 250 Ratings = 4.9
  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@BT9 is based on 21 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 77 number of registered child places is 15.4, which has been reached with 21 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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Laura Vincent

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2016

Laura has completed a BA (Hons) and a Master's in Early Years and is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Educational Professional Practice at Stranmillis University College. Laura has a passion for early years and advocates for the benefits of the outdoors and upholding children's rights.

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