Kids Planet Altrincham

184 Manchester Road, Altrincham WA14 5LD
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9.2 51 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Altrincham, Altrincham
Kids Planet Altrincham offers children the chance to develop at their own pace.

Highly trained staff give children as many new, interesting and stimulating experiences as possible to develop their knowledge, imagination, and personality and help them grow as confident individuals.

A mixture of child-led and adult-initiated play gives children the opportunity to learn about the world in a fun way.

Children are given nutritious healthy meals and everything is looked at with a fresh perspective.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Emily Haycocks (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 40

Total Places for Children

  • 129

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full day rate £86.00

  • Working parent funding available (15 and 30 hours). We accept fully funded places.
    Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare.
    Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please contact your local Kids Planet nursery directly for an up to date fee list.

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

Kids Planet Altrincham Reviews (51)

9.2

Kids Planet Altrincham has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.221) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Altrincham has 51 reviews.

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Review from Rebecca B (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy at Kids Allowed. Our eldest started with them in babies and just graduated from prep this summer. She is a happy, well-rounded child, very sociable with a healthy appetite for learning (and chef's cooking!). She has made a confident start at school. Our youngest is just settling into
babies now. Pleased to see familiar faces in the room, who were fantastic with our eldest at the start. The care provision is outstanding with endless resources to help nurture children and support their development in the early years framework. The Kids Allowed set-up, makes life so easy for us as two full-time working parents; all-inclusive fees, flexible approach to day swapping and even ample parking. Kids Allowed have a reassuringly professional approach to childcare, with purpose-built facilities, excellent management and a strong focus on developing their staff, whilst at the same time the Altrincham centre feels like a second home, so welcoming and friendly are the staff, it feels like one big family.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
What an amazing review, we are lucky to have you choose us not once, but twice for your girls.
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Review from J K (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had a great experience with Kids Allowed. They have provided fantastic care to my kid. My kid enjoys spending time in the nursery and learning new things from different activities played in the nursery.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for your review, we have loved seeing her develop to the next room and be ready for new challenges.
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Kids Allowed since June 2021 and has absolutely thrived in their care. The room staff and management are wonderful, they know each and every child so well and our son is so excited every day to go to nursery to see them and his friends. The quality of learning is excellent and has
always felt tailored to his needs and interests.
Communication between nursery and home is also very good, and they have always acted on any feedback or thoughts we have had (these have been very few!).
The food provision is second to none - such huge variety and of high quality. We always say our son eats better than we do! He always talks about what he's eaten that day with such enthusiasm.
I would not hesitate to recommend Kids Allowed to anybody looking for a warm, welcoming nursery environment for their child.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
What a lovely review! We do enjoy seeing him every day and hearing his little stories.
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Review from L O (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an excellent nursery. All of the staff really get to know your child as an individual. The nursery is more like a second home than somewhere to take your children while you go to work. Even staff who don't work directly with my son know who he is and say hello.
My son loves going to nursery and
he has the best time every day! I would highly recommend this nursery, I feel 100% confident that my son's best interests are the top priority.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for your kind words, we love the fact he explores everything and loves his time with us.
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Review from Frank B (Father of Child) published on 11 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't recommend higher. The staff are superb and hugely invested in the childrens progress and happiness. Before Kids Allowed I used to think that nurseries were just a place that children could attend to allow parents to go to work but that's simply not true. Our daughter has learned so much and
benefitted hugely from attending. She has progressed hugely both in educational and social areas. Special thanks to the manager and the team for everything!
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thanks for these lovely words. She has developed into such a lovely little girl who was ready for the challenge of school.
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Review from Bhawna T (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We had a great experience overall after the transfer from another branch. My daughter settled straight away and loves to interact with all staff and kids. Special thanks to one member of staff, in particular, she has been brilliant, so kind and welcoming to all kids. She has come across with such a
pleasant nature. My daughter enjoys every bit in the nursery. She made some really nice friends, which she will miss when she moves to her new school. Thanks a lot to all the staff who are looking after our daughter so well.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for your kind words. Friendships are such an important part of nursery life and she made some lovely ones ready to prepare her for school.
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Review from Emma L (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my son started attending here, all staff have been amazing. They go above and beyond to make you and your child feel at ease and help however they can with settling in and any concerns you have.
Wouldn't hesitate to send my other children here too. Safe and secure environment, never had to worry
about anything.
Reply from Nicola Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for the review and glad we made you feel so happy as a whole family.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An outstanding nursery, we've been continuously impressed with our child's development, communications to home and how well looked after our child has been.
The staff always go above and beyond in all they do to reassure us our child is the happiest they can be. Fantastic experience, we highly recommend
this nursery.
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Review from Louise M (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've been very impressed with the facilities, staff and services the centre offers. My daughter loves coming to nursery, she loves her teachers and has gone from a shy toddler at 1 year old when she started to a bubbly, confident and outgoing happy child.
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Review from M S (Father of Child) published on 16 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everyone has been a great help! Especially with helping our child learn to walk. Always happy to help and kept informed on my issues or important information.
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Review from Simon B (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Kids Allowed Altrincham for three years moving through babies, to woddlers, toddlers and now in prep school. The staff are exceptionally well trained, warm and caring. You get the feeling of how much they care for all of the children, with such a personal approach we have always
felt our daughter is in the best care. The leadership is impeccable, with the centre manager always available to answer questions, provide guidance and lovely conversations. The purpose-built facilities are second to none including the extremely secure fingerprint entry system. The app provided is brilliant at not only updating us with our daughter's activities during the day but providing a two-way communication route. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Kids Allowed Altrincham to any parent.
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Review from Abi (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not rate this nursery higher. My son just recently started big school so had to leave and my daughter has just moved up to the Toddler room. I’m considering having more children just so that they can go to this nursery! Probably not, but my son has additional needs including a significant speech
delay and sensory issues. He was completely failed by his previous nursery. Choosing this place (Kids Allowed Altrincham) was the best decision I could’ve made. They were proactive, had a genuine interest in him reaching his potential, and accommodated him in every way possible. From the people who worked with him on a 1:1 basis to the management and room teams, to the lovely chef and even parent-facing staff like receptionists, all had his enjoyment and his overall best interest at heart and that made the biggest difference. My daughter greets her lovely room staff with more enthusiasm than she greets me and that makes me feel so comfortable in leaving one of my most precious belongings in their care.
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Ah what lovely comments to read, so thank you! We have loved having both children grow and develop with us and am glad we continue to do so.
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Review from Daniela O (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids allowed Altrincham has been an outstanding nursery providing the best education, care and support we could have wished for. The staff go out of their way to take care of our children and put your mind at rest - nothing is too much trouble. Our little boy spent 3 happy years at Kids Allowed and
adored all the staff who created special bonds with him - he talks about them all! Our little one has thrived in an atmosphere that was warm, safe, happy and nurturing. We cannot thank the team enough and can honestly say choosing Kids Allowed was the best decision we made for our little boy. Thank you.
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Review from Carina P (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is absolutely incredible. All the staff are so friendly, happy and helpful, and I would recommend it to everyone! The menus are varied and tasty. The centre is so clean, has fabulous resources and is a very exciting environment for the children to learn in. The activities are well throughout
and fun, and the staff go above and beyond to make the children happy. Just wish they did primary education too!
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We have loved looking after and watching your little lady become ‘school ready’ and wish her, and you, all the best for the future.
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Review from Rachel R (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ever since our child started at Kids Allowed Altrincham we have been made to feel like they are the only child in the nursery. The staff have such a personal approach and we have always felt fully informed of their development and daily activities.
The staff cannot do enough and they have faced many
challenges over the last 18 months, but have met these with such professionalism and always having the safety of the children at the centre of everything they do. When technology fails they provide details of where and how they can be contacted.
As a result of the work of Kids Allowed my child is thriving and will be well prepared for when he starts his school journey.
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Review from Claire A (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Kids Allowed are like a little family, so friendly, caring and warm. Irrespective of who you contact you can feel assured that whatever question, feedback or matter you want to speak about will be dealt with with the same high level of care. I would highly recommend Kids Allowed.
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love that you feel the family atmosphere and are with us through every part of your son's journey. We love watching him grow!
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Review from M T (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been with Kids Allowed for more than two years. She loved every single day here. Everyone is excellent. It is a very good nursery; my daughter developed herself very well. Kids Allowed offered her the best start for life. I would always choose Kids Allowed, and I highly recommend it.
It may be a bit expensive, but worthy.
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Thank you for your kind words and we are so glad we got to see her develop before BIG school. She is such a character and we will miss her greatly. Keep in touch!
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Review from Sumera H (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 3 children all went to different nurseries, my youngest who went to Kids Allowed Altrincham, had the best experience ever, beyond expectations, the love the care, the support was amazing. The help and advice to parents too, My daughter enjoyed every moment, she would be ready for nursery every
time, she made friends and she had lots of fun and learned so much. I am so proud we had the opportunity to send her to this nursery. We loved the uniform, the pictures, the themes and every moment captured from the first day to the last day, We adored the graduation picture. What can I say, our daughter has come out of Kids Allowed, brighter, cheerier, sociable, active and smiles all the time. We can not thank all the staff at Kids Allowed Altrincham. We will miss sending our daughter to this Nursery.
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
What lovely words, and thank you so much! We have loved watching her blossom, and we couldn't be more proud of her school readiness.
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Review from Simon F (Father of Child) published on 21 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous Nursery and staff who could not have done more for us as Key Workers during COVID-19. The kids both love the nursery and have been very happy there. The staff is caring and compassionate, attentive, and receptive to the children’s needs. Overall, Kids Allowed Altrincham would receive the very
highest recommendation from us all as a family. Many thanks, you lovely people for doing what you do. You are great!
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
It's been an absolute pleasure having both children for this short space of time and we will miss them both very much, thank you for your kind words.
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Review from J F (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Kids Allowed Altrincham, all the staff have been fabulous with our daughter. Going back full time is a struggle but the nursery have always accommodated us and have always made me feel that our daughter is in a safe pair of hands. Something that helps with the mum guilt.Thank you.
Reply from Nic Cornford at Kids Planet Altrincham
Ah, thank you for your kind words. We love having her with us and have loved watching her character develop.
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.221)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.221) out of 10 for Kids Planet Altrincham 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 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 4.795 for Kids Planet Altrincham is calculated as follows: ( (110 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.795
  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 4.426 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kids Planet Altrincham 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 129 number of registered child places is 25.8. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 25.8 = 0.426
  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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Emily Haycocks

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

Hi my name is Emily and I'm the nursery manager at Kids Planet Altrincham. I have my level 3 qualification in childcare and have been working within nursery settings for the past 12+ years! I first got into childcare because caring for others is something I have always been passionate about. As time went on, my passion then changed to supporting families and seeing their babies grow and develop, making every playing moment a secret learning experience! I have now been in a manager's role for almost 3 years, creating safe, encouraging and exciting environments for the children and staff to achieve their full potential. Outside of nursery I love attending dance sessions, socialising with family and friends and most of all go out on hikes with my Golden retriever August!

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