Kids Planet Thornton

54 Church Road, Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 2TX
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9.9 54 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Thornton, Thornton-Cleveleys
Kids Planet (Thornton) are an established and trusted nursery located in the centre of Thornton, just outside of Cleveleys. They are open 8am - 6pm and offer full day, half day and sessional day care depending on your requirements.

As part of the family-owned Kids Planet group, the nursery aims to provide a home-from-home environment which children look forward to visiting and where parents and families feel confident that their child is in capable hands.

Each day is planned with fun activities that aim to encourage children's natural curiosity and development, with their age, personalities and any specific needs taken into account. The team have a wealth of experience, and understand that there is no 'one size fits all' approach to day care.

The nursery offers a wide range of facilities and equipment to make each day exciting, whilst also establishing the foundations for children to become happy and confident individuals.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Debbie Evans (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 40

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Various funding accepted (15 and 30 hours). We offer, Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare. Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please get in touch with the nursery for our most up to date fees and availability.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Kids Planet Thornton Reviews (54)

9.9

Kids Planet Thornton has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Thornton has 54 reviews.

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Review from Lisa K (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Two of my children have attended Little Nutkins. Both my boys have loved attending the setting, my eldest daughter tells me she wishes I would have sent her there. The staff are extremely approachable and respectful of parent's wishes at an individual level. The staff know my children and their little
personalities, they’ve recognised when my boys have had off days and successfully supported them on those days. I’m always given a handover of my child’s day, what they’ve been offered to eat and anything else they feel is significant. The nursery have been fabulous in the “small things“ that make a difference, for example, my youngest has always been helped to make birthday cards for siblings that don’t attend the nursery, such a lovely touch. The children’s basic needs and skills are always a priority (which I believe is the most important aspect of caring for children): suncream, hats, coats, toileting, pouring their own drink.... things we don’t see as parents. I do regret not sending my eldest.
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Review from Kate S (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with Little Nutkins and how great they are with my daughter, she's never not wanted to go to nursery and comes home just as happy and content as she was when she went in. I would recommend Little Nutkins to anyone looking for a nursery to send their child.
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Review from Jason V (Father of Child) published on 19 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leaving our child at a nursery was such a big deal for us and after looking at a different nursery previous to Little Nutkins we were convinced that Nutkins was for our little one. The staff are friendly and great with all the children and have a large variety of activities for all the children. Our
child leaves every day with a smile on her face.
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Review from Jackie S (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children settled very quickly into Little Nutkins. All the nursery nurses make time to talk to me about the children, and my sons have bonded with their key workers so well I have complete faith in them. One key worker, in particular, is amazing with my boys, I honestly feel like she loves them.
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Review from Leigh K (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves coming to this nursery. She always has lots of fun and I’m kept up to date with the activities she’s taken part in through the Tapestry app.
She particularly loves the outdoor area where there is lots of space and fun activities to join.
The staff are friendly and welcoming and
really make it feel like a home from home.
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Review from Shelly C (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter leaves Little Nutkins this summer and although I’m totally not ready, she absolutely is! A bright, confident and excited little girl who is very much looking forward to her next chapter at ‘big school’. Thanks to all the dedicated colleagues at Little Nutkins for helping shape her growth
and development!
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Review from Clare S (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous nursery setting. My daughter has attended since she was 1 1/2 and has loved her time there. Nothing is too much trouble and she has learnt so much. I am proud to say my daughter attends Little Nutkins Nursery.
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Review from Hannah W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Nutkins has 100% been the right choice of nursery for my little boy. The staff work so hard and are so kind to the children. The setting is bright and friendly and I feel that the balance is great between free play and more structured learning.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a warm welcoming environment. All the staff are lovely and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend to anyone looking for good quality childcare.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with kind and friendly staff who provide a lovely environment for the children to learn and play.
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Review from Michelle L (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves attending Little Nutkins Nursery, he is excited to go every morning. He has a great relationship with the staff and has made lots of friends.
The staff are very friendly and keep us updated with activities and progress via the Tapestry app.
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Review from Rachel M (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy loves going to nursery, he has transitioned from the baby unit to the main nursery really well thanks to the support from the staff. Management are responsive to any queries or concerns. I would absolutely recommend the nursery to other parents.
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Review from Charlene T (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery and pre-school. My eldest has attended from the first time it opened and loves attending twice a week. He is always talking about what he has learnt, his friends and the staff all the time. My youngest now attends also and loves it too. Staff always friendly and accommodating. Overall,
a fantastic nursery and pre-school. I know my eldest will be sad to leave in September ready to go to school.
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Review from Carla R (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been at this nursery for nearly 3 years now. All of the staff are amazing and welcoming. They adore the children they look after. My son thoroughly enjoys his nursery days and doesn’t stop talking about it when he comes home. They are always doing different activities and always have
fun and learn lots of different things without realising it. I can’t recommend this nursery enough. I’m sorry he has to leave to go to primary school. We will both miss everyone there.
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Review from Lyndsey W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 boys have attended Little Nutkins. I can’t recommend it enough. The care and love that is given is outstanding. They both have loved their time here and have built amazing relationships with the staff and their friends through outstanding teaching and play. My youngest leaves to start school this
year and we are going to miss Little Nutkins immensely.
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Review from Donna F (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly, knowledgeable staff that have provided a welcoming environment for both my daughters.


I would recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking for a secure, professional nursery that focuses on learning through a wide variety of activities, along with plenty of messy play and laughter.

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Review from Lisa G (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Little Nutkins from being six months old. Instantly, I felt comfortable with leaving my son there and he has thrived ever since. He loved the girls in the baby unit and now has just moved down to the "big boys and girls". The transition has been perfect and I know that my little
boy has an absolute ball whilst at nursery. I am constantly kept updated with pictures on Tapestry so I can see what he's been up too and also the staff always fill you on the day's events. Leaving your child can sometimes be very daunting but the staff here made it easier for me and I cannot thank them enough for that! Fabulous nursery with fabulous staff.
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Review from Jemma R (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend Little Nutkins Nursery and they both absolutely adore it. They have both grown in confidence and they have also learnt so much during their time there. All of the children who attend this nursery are so happy and all look so comfortable in the home from home surroundings.
The staff are all incredible and really care for the children. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to anybody. I'm so pleased my children attend Little Nutkins and are thriving on a daily basis.
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Review from Lucinda W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Little Nutkins around the middle of last year and he has progressed so much since attending here. The staff really made him feel welcome and are very friendly and helpful if I have any questions. He really enjoys it and looks forward to going every day! He has made friends and has
fun as well as learning. I would defiantly recommend Little Nutkins to any of my friends or family.
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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves this nursery and we haven’t had one problem!
The staff are so friendly and always greet you with a smile morning and evening (after a long day!) it’s obvious they all love their jobs!
I recommended the nursery to my sister and her daughter starts this week too! Thank you to all
at Little Nutkins! My daughter is currently singing Peter Rabbit and said “this one's from nursery mummy!”
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.909)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10 for Kids Planet Thornton 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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 4.909 for Kids Planet Thornton is calculated as follows: ( (121 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.909
  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 Planet Thornton is based on 11 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 40 number of registered child places is 8, which has been reached with 11 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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Debbie

Debbie Evans

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I hold a Level 6 qualification in Childcare, and I am fully paediatric first aid qualified. I have many years experience of working with children from birth to 5 years.


It was always my ambition to work with children, I enjoy helping them to develop and progress during their time at nursery.


In my spare time I enjoy being a mummy and building memories, spending time with family and friends and finding new and exciting ideas for the children at nursery to enjoy.

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