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Kids Planet Durham

5 City West Business Park, St John's Road, Meadowfield Industrial Estate, Durham DH7 8ER
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Kids Planet Durham, Durham
Kids Planet Durham, Durham
Kids Planet Durham, Durham

Kids Planet Durham, looks to inspire children throughout their early years period, with a fulfilling learning experience that contributes to all key areas of development, though there is a strong focus upon musical journeys.

Staff at this independent nursery are committed to treating each child as an individual, with a key person allocated to monitor progress and feed back to parents. The close relationship between staff, parents and children is highly...  

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.

Morning sessions are 7.30 am-1.00 pm
Afternoon sessions are 1.00 pm-6.00 pm
Full days are 7.30 am-6.00 pm
We offer all ages funded places. We accept childcare vouchers and payments through tax-free childcare

Please contact the nursery for all fee information

Contact Kids Planet Durham to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Louise Carr (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 74

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

  • Parking is available outside the nursery in marked spaces

Kids Planet Durham Reviews (31)

9.9

Kids Planet Durham has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids Planet Durham has 31 reviews.

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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little one has been kids Planet durham since 2022. Throughout her whole time here, the staff have been amazing. I couldn't wish for better people to have been apart of her young childhood. The care they give her is brilliant. My little one loves her nursery days and talks about everyone and everything she does daily. Thank you for making everyday so much fun for her. She has created so many amazing bonds with staff and the children over the years and as parents that is all we ever wanted for her.

The only place i would ever recommend to anyone

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding nursery in all areas. Lovely and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to develop my little one.

The different activities they do with the children every day are fabulous, and it is shown in how much my daughter loves going into nursery.

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Review from Anthony C (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both of our daughters have attended this nursery and we are thrilled that they have - such a welcoming and inclusive environment for children and parents alike, with so much feedback given to parents on a daily basis - it has a real "family" feel to it and we love it!

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for your review, we have loved having both your girls with us at kids planet :)

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Review from Sam J (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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I couldn't be happier with the care and attention my daughter receives at this nursery. One of the things I appreciate most is the wide range of activities they provide - from creative crafts and sensory play to outdoor exploration and group games, there is always something new and exciting for the children to enjoy.
What really stands out is how the staff take the time to notice what my daughter is particularly interested in and then encourage her to explore those areas further. She always comes home excited to tell me about what she's been doing, and it's wonderful to see her growing in confidence and developing new skills while having so much fun.

It's reassuring to know she's in such a nurturing environment where her individuality is valued and her curiosity is supported. I'm so grateful to the team for making learning such an engaging and joyful experience for her.

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for your review, we have loved having both your children with us at kids planet :)

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Review from P S (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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The staff are wonderful and the nursery, we couldn't be happier with. Our son has developed massively and been catered for so well in education, confidence, physically and behaviour.
The facility is always spotless (and for a nursery this is outstanding) and the staff are so encouraging that all the kids are challenged and involved.
A side note is that I have always joked that my son eats better than me when he is offered a massive varied menu and, for a picky eater, hearing all the food he's tried (or wolfed down) is magic.

Would strongly recommend to anyone considering this nursery to get at least a look in.

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for your review, we love having your little one here with us :)

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Review from Rebecca A (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful learning environment, always something new and interesting that the children then come home and discuss. The meals and snacks are always a hit too, fuelling them for their next adventure or activity. All the activities are well thought out/adapted to match the age group.

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for the review, we love having your girls here at Kids Planet with us :)

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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My child loves attending preschool at Kids Planet. He enjoys playing with his friends and nursery workers with activities he is interested in a natural way. My child has formed brilliant bonds with all the nursery staff he interacts with and they are all so friendly and personable.

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for your review, we love having you little one with us here at Kids Planet.

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Review from S H (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Excellent Nursery! Friendly staff who communicate effectively and in a timely manner. The safety protocols they have in place are exceptional and well respected by all providing us with confidence that our child is in safe hands!! Thank you!

Reply from Louise Carr, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for your review, we certainly love having your little one here with us at Kids Planet :)

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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My eldest attended the nursery from 2021 and my youngest has been there a year so far.
The setting is lovely and the team are fabulous.
I have always valued how child lead they are - whenever an interest is shown , they always build on it with learning and play opportunities. Many of the staff have been there a long time and I feel they all know each child, it makes for a welcoming and friendly place. It is important to me that I get to hear about my child's day so I really like that they promote this parent relationship by great communication at pick up and drop off. My boys enjoy how much the nursery offers - they can use their imagination, be messy, play outside as much as possible and sing lots of wonderful songs.

From stay and plays, to beautiful graduations, countless baking, crafts and learning experiences- we are so happy we chose this nursery , it has been wonderful for our family.

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Review from L O (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My third child is currently at Kids Planet Durham and my older two also attended. We have always been extremely happy with the care given and the learning that takes place at nursery and this has set them up so well for starting primary school. The staff are so friendly and caring with the children and the activities they do with them are so fun and varied. My children absolutely love the nursery and I think they have thrived during their time there.

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Review from Helen J (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our little boy has been at Kids Planet for 6 months now, the staff have been brilliant and he's settled so wonderfully into the nursery. We have seen him come on so much with their support! We are so pleased with our choice.

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Review from Danielle B (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery, she has such a good relationship with the staff, it is so reassuring for us as parents. My daughter talks about the ladies in her room all the time even though she only goes to nursery 2 days a week. We tried a couple of different nurseries but the staff didn't interact with her half as well and also the rooms were set out differently- mostly plastic toys. We appreciate the rooms are set out at the nursery, creating an opportunity for imaginative play, my daughter responded to this very well. The nursery always seems to provide opportunities for sensory/messy play which my daughter loves. The garden is fantastic, lots of space and well equipped and they go out at least once a day. We are so very grateful that we found this nursery and for the staff who make my daughter's time there so much fun.

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Review from Becky W (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery and extremely supportive with parents who struggle to leave little ones! Feel extremely comfortable leaving my child in their care and all the staff are very kind and talkative. Get a great update about how my child's day has been!

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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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We have been using Kids Planet Durham for over two years now for daycare for our two little ones (1 and 3 years old). Handing your baby over to what are almost complete strangers is one of the most daunting and worrying things any new Mam can do, however I felt completely at ease from day 1. The staff here absolutely make the place what it is and the experience the children clearly get is amazing. There are too many individuals to name but they're all stars and our two children always come home having had a great day with their little friends, all of which is logged and can be monitored through the app. Thank you to everyone at Kids Planet for nurturing and caring so much for the children, we can't thank you enough.

Reply from Louise Carr, at Kids Planet Durham

Thank you so much for the review, we certainly enjoy looking after your 2 little stars.

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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Kids Planet Durham has been a second home to my daughter since she was 9 months old. She has just left pre-school ready to start reception next week. The staff are what really makes this place special. The genuine care and love they have for the children is amazing. Staff across the whole nursery have helped foster a love of learning and always encourage process over product/outcome. The curriculum is broad and allows the children to explore a wide range of topics.

Communication is brilliant, I love hearing about the day at pick up and I've always enjoyed stay and plays. The chance to spend some quality time at nursery with my daughter was priceless. It will always have a special place in our hearts.

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Review from Jonathan H (Father of Child) published on 10 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Kids Planet Durham is a fantastic day nursery. My child has attended for over 2 years, starting in the toddler room and leaving from pre-school. He has had a great experience the whole time and as parents, we are so happy with the level of care our child has received. The management and staff are exceptional and are truly caring. There are core members of staff in each room so the children see regular staff every day. The facilities are excellent and the food has also been very good. This nursery goes above and beyond in all areas of the nursery. There is a big playground/garden out the back as well where kids have lots of room to run around. The 15/30 hours of funded childcare can also be spread over 51 weeks which has worked very well for us, ensuring we have care all year round for our children while we both work.

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Review from Patricia G (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Kids Planet has always been so welcoming from day 1. They've always been very supportive and caring. They are very good at accommodating additional dates/times. Great meal selection.

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Review from Caroline F (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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My little boy has attended this nursery since the age of 3, he is leaving to start school in September. The team at Kids Planet are absolutely amazing and have brought my baby boy on so much. The girls genuinely do love teaching the children and I can see this in my little boy daily, he comes out having had such a brilliant day. I was apprehensive at first as I had to change his nursery due to a change in job. I had nothing to worry about. My son absolutely loves Kids Planet. The team really do make this the best nursery in the area. They are appreciated beyond belief, I can't thank them enough for giving me peace of mind, knowing my little boy is safe and well cared for makes my day so much easier.

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Review from Siobhan R (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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This nursery has been the natural choice for my second daughter because my first daughter had such a positive experience here. My second little girl is now so happy here. The staff genuinely delight in being with the children. My oldest improved so much in her confidence here and I can see the same thing happening with my youngest baby.

I’ve noticed an improvement in the facilities and resources, but the nursery still has the same music focus to the curriculum which we love!

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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery. My little girl looks forward to going and has grown in confidence so much since starting. The staff are friendly and caring and I’m confident this is a safe, educational and fun place for my daughter to attend.

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  • Posted: Tuesday 10 Sep 2024We are proud to announce that Kids Planet has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Education & Training 2024 by Great Place To Work UK! This...
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Louise Carr Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2015
Louise Carr

Hello, my name is Louise, and I have been the manager here at Kids Planet for the past 10 years.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Durham

What is the Age Range of Children that Kids Planet Durham accepts?

Kids Planet Durham accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Durham Open?

Kids Planet Durham is open: 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.

How many Children does Kids Planet Durham have capacity for?

Kids Planet Durham has capacity for a total of 74 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Durham to the centre of Durham?

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

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