Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School

Rosemary Lane, Lincoln LN2 5AT
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9.9 98 Reviews
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Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School is a newly refurbished nursery building in a great city centre location in Lincoln. The setting is rated 'Good' by Ofsted (January 2022).

Children 1st carried out an extensive refurbishment to create a new nursery over three floors, complete with a huge outdoor space for children to enjoy. The nursery features a dedicated baby suite complete with its own outside space and innovate environments for children to enjoy.

Downstairs houses a large, well equipped indoor and outdoor space for two to five-year-olds, as shown in the photos.

All ages spend time in the large garden, with lots of resources for play and learning.

The team includes a nursery cook who prepares home cooked meals and caters for special dietary requirements.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Amy Delaney and Sam Marris (Nursery Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 120

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School Reviews (98)

9.9

Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School has 98 reviews.

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Review from P T (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A professional and welcoming nursery environment, with a huge variety of activities for children to explore. The spaces have been thoughtfully created to make the nursery fun and inviting, as well as cosy and safe feeling.
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Due to moving house, this is the third nursery my son has attended. He loves it! He has come on leaps and bounds since starting here! Communication is great, he eats well and I feel he is properly looked after and given a lot of attention.


The nursery really makes the most of the space they have,

and they really make the most of the outside play area.


He always used to be quite weary around other children, but since being here he is getting a lot more comfortable and plays with other children. I really recommend the nursery.

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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our nursery goes above and beyond for our daughter in every possible way. I feel incredibly reassured that our girl is well looked after, safe and very cared for whilst we work.
The handovers are clear and give all the information we would need, and the staff in the Puddleducks room are a credit to
the nursery!!
Our daughter thoroughly enjoys her time at nursery, a lot of time she doesn't want to leave!
Thank you
Reply from Finlay Seoudy, Regional Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. We're thrilled to hear how reassured you feel knowing your daughter is well cared for, safe, and happy with us. It's wonderful that the daily handovers…read more
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Review from Kerry B (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff have been amazing to me and my daughter they are fantastic with everything they do they are friendly and understanding and so helpful my daughter has come out of her shell since going to this amazing place
Reply from Finlay Seoudy, Regional Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear how much your daughter is enjoying her time with us and that she's grown so much in confidence. It means a great deal to know that you…read more
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Review from Craig C (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children have attended Children 1st Rosemary Lane starting April 2023. They love the nursery, the staff and facilities, and we could not be happier having this wonderful team look after our children.
All of the staff are friendly and caring. Our children have formed some wonderful relationships
with the staff and children during their time with the nursery.
There are always lots of fun and educational activities happening so that the children are kept engaged while learning.
Thank you to the team, keep up the great work!
Reply from Finlay Seoudy, Regional Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you for such a wonderful review. Were so pleased to hear how happy both of your children are at nursery and that theyve built such strong relationships with the team and their friends. Its…read more
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Review from Beth B (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been here for just 7 months and she has come on massively her speech is absolutely amazing thanks to all the staff at this nursery my little girl absolutely loved it here and we are both sad to see her leaving due to routine changes.


My daughter was very shy to start with but soon

came out her shell and she absolutely loved all the staff in Peter rabbits and always said miss leah was her favourite!


Massive thank you to all the staff at this nursery you have all been absolutely amazing.

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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been very shy and very less social since she is born, initially I was very much worried dropping her off here and was sure that I will receive a call as she has never been away from me. But surprisingly quite opposite happened. Since day 1 she has loved this nursery and is developing
very much affiliation with the staff members. They all are very lovely and caring and words cant justify how beautifully they take care of children. I totally love this nursery and I will always choose this one. So many activities and lovely setup, she loves the environment and even on her off days, she is insisting on coming here. Very much happy and stress free whenever she is at the nursery, and she is also very happy and learning quite a lot.
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Review from Rebecca S (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Children 1st Rosemary Lane! The staff are absolutely fantastic - friendly, helpful and always approachable. Communication is excellent, making it so easy to get in touch whenever needed. The facilities are great, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
It's clear the team genuinely care about each child's well-being and development; they have gone above and beyond for my little boy. We're so grateful to have found such a wonderful place for our child.
Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback! We're so happy to hear that your experience with us has been so positive. It's lovely to know that our team has been able to make such a…read more
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Review from Jemma C (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rosemary lane staff are amazing! Providing a safe and caring environment for all. They care about parents thoughts and feelings as much as they care for the children! All the staff are amazing, provision is amazing and the food quality and variety is amazing! Overall couldn't as for a better place to
send my children!!! I wouldn't ever have my children any where else! Thank you all for being superhero's!!!
Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! It means so much to know that you feel our team provides a safe, caring, and supportive environment for both children and parents. We're so glad to have…read more
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Review from Jas T (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Children 1st @ Rosemary Lane has been nothing short of fantastic. My two children love it here and I've always felt comfortable leaving them in the kind and caring hands of the staff in the Baby Room and right down to Early Years. Absolutely nothing is ever too much trouble when you
bother the admin team, and all queries and messages are dealt with professionally. I've recommended this nursery to many friends, some of whom have joined. I know they won't be disappointed. Thank you children's 1st!
Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear that both of your children have had such a positive experience with us, from the Baby Room all the way through to Early Years. It's…read more
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Review from Fabienne E (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been with Rosemary Lane since 9 months and couldn't thank a better nursery and team that have helped the development and growth for her. Her confidence and social skills are amazing and I don't recall a time she has never not wanted to go to nursery. She is always excited and smiling
when arriving and leaving. The staff are amazing keeping us updated of her daily routine, any events and challenges.
Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that your daughter has thrived with us since she was 9 months old. It's wonderful to know she's always excited and smiling when coming and…read more
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started at the nursery at 7 months old in the baby room and he is now 3 years old. From being a worried mum dropping him off on his first day until now, he has been in the best care whilst I've gone back to work. He has grown so much, developing so many skills and such confidence. He has
built strong relationships with staff and has made good friends in his rooms. The staff and manager are understanding and supportive and you can voice any concerns. It's nice to share key updates and what my little boy is learning and focusing on. My little boy walks (more like runs) in happy going into nursery and it's the best feeling to be able to leave your child in a nursery, where you feel they are going to be truly looked after and have the best time.
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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Children 1st @ Rosemary Lane is truly, a fantastic nursery all around, their communication is faultless, the safety and procedures in place for everyone’s well-being, are superb, every single member of staff you may come in contact with, is polite, and professional, and always willing to help should
you need assistance.
The handovers from both those responsible for a child to staff, and vice versa, are thorough. The individual diaries also reiterate this.
The nursery itself is always clean, fresh, and well-maintained, not to mention how very spacious it is, with directions matched accordingly.
If you are struggling to find a nursery that can make you feel reassured, and at ease, whether this is your first time having to make the (what feels like the most terrifying) decision or not, honestly look no further.
My now 2-year-old daughter has been attending this nursery since November 2022, and as a first-time parent, I can’t comprehend how grateful I am for everyone and everything here.
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child is so happy in this nursery setting. Can’t fault anyone there but there are 3 main members of staff who are fantastic with my little boy and wouldn’t want anyone else to look after him whilst I’m otherwise busy.
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Review from Caitlin W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing experience. The staff are so kind and friendly; whenever you walk into the building everyone smiles at you and greets your child, no matter what room they work in. They offer an NHS discount which was a great incentive. I feel so safe and at peace with leaving my child in their care.
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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First starting nursery, as a first time mum, I was nervous about leaving my daughter. I was quickly put at easy by numerous staff at her chosen nursery at Rosemary Lane. I had reassurances from day one. My daughter settled well and is always welcomed warmly by friendly and upbeat nursery staff.
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is well cared for and I get a full debriefing about her day at collection time, as well as a log in her book. There are a variety of activities that she does and lots of learning through play.
My daughter has made lots of new friends, bonded well with the staff and her development is very noticeable in the short time she spends here a week. She has healthy food that is made on site, and snacks during her time, which she eats with enthusiasm! I couldn’t be happier with the nursery, what they do and their clear passion and care for the children. The app is also very useful.
Highly recommended!
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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended this nursery and have always been so happy and well looked after. The staff are lovely and helpful and both my girls love them, my eldest likes to come and pick her little sister up when she can just so she can say hi to the staff!
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has settled in well in the Peter Rabbit room. The staff are all welcoming of her and quick to settle her when she first comes in and are very informative about how her day has been, what she has eaten, how long she has slept, the activities she has done, etc. Overall a very good experience
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone at Children 1st Rosemary Lane is brilliant, supportive and seems to enjoy what they do. My 6 month old, exclusively breastfed was refused by a childminder just after two sessions and it was a huge blow. It gave me serious concerns over whether my boy would ever settle in a childcare setting
but since the first time we visited this nursery, everything changed. The staff was kind, understanding and empathetic to our situation and within one month, my son settled in and I joined work. They are very open about issues with children if any and they provide due support and advice if asked. They also keep a close eye on the developmental milestones and make sure to give a full report on what the child has eaten and how much he has slept.
Both ladies are brilliant managers, always trying their best to help if you need an extra session on an urgent basis or if you need to change something and each one of the staff members in the baby room is magic! Totally recommend it!
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Review from Bianca S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery in Lincoln! My first son has used this setting and my second son just started 2 months ago. Very Good staff, friendly, everything perfect and extremely organized, no issues at all. I recommend it to everyone.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.927)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10 for Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School 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 32 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.927 for Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (355 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 383 Ratings = 4.927
  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 Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School is based on 32 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 120 number of registered child places is 24, which has been reached with 32 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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Louisa

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2014

Hello, I’m Louisa, the Nursery Manager at Rosemary Lane. I’ve worked in Early Years for over 20 years, and my journey began as a newly qualified practitioner after completing my training at Lincoln College. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of developing my career within Children 1st, and for more than a decade now, I’ve proudly led the wonderful team here at Rosemary Lane.


One of the things I love most about our nursery is the sense of community we’ve created and our fantastic outdoor space — a real hidden gem for an inner-city setting. It’s a joy to welcome new families, showing them around and sharing the exciting experiences we offer the children every day.


I’m incredibly proud of my team; they’re passionate, nurturing, and committed to providing a safe, stimulating environment where children can thrive. I’d be delighted to show you around our nursery and talk about how we can support your child on their early years journey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School accepts?

Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School Open?

Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School have capacity for?

Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School has capacity for a total of 120 Children.

How far is Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School to the centre of Lincoln?

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

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