Hilltop Tots Day Nursery

King Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 1QJ
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Hilltop Tots Day Nursery Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Grace Hudson (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 16

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • £52 full day, school day £40, morning £34, afternoon £32, additional hour £8

  • Updated in April 2024

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
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Hilltop Tots Day Nursery Reviews (37)

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Hilltop Tots Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hilltop Tots Day Nursery has 37 reviews.

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Review from Beth T (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I just couldn't imagine a better place for my son to play, learn and have fun. My son has been going to Hilltop Tots since he was two, so just over 12 months now. He has come on so much with his speech, play and social skills. He tells me about all the fun he has had with his friends when he comes home
and asks me every morning when he gets up every day if he is going to nursery today. All the staff are amazing, kind and give so much care and attention to each child, as well as providing support and help for me as a first-time mum. I'm so pleased to say they take the time to chat with how things have been throughout the day and celebrate with me all of my son's achievements. Personally, I love the fact that the owner and the manager get involved in the daily activities with the children. It shows to me that the leadership values the education and welfare of the children in their care, and they support the other staff fully. Overall, I cannot recommend Hilltop Tots enough! Thank you.
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Review from Rach L (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From 9 months old until today, my son has spent his time at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery and I wouldn't change it for the world! Thank you so much for everything you have done. The memories made (not only with him but myself) I will never forget the day he was sick all over your entrance and myself but
you just laughed it off like it was nothing or the day you ruined his hair with foam and I thought I would have to shave his head at a year old. I can laugh about it now, you have made such an impact on us all and we are forever grateful.
Reply from Grace Elizabeth Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
This has really made us all laugh! Thank you for your kind words, we have loved having him!
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Review from S M (Father of Child) published on 10 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hilltop Tots is simply the best nursery! We tried other nurseries but our little girl just could not settle, I think it can be just too scary for them going from a home environment to a large setting. However, that is what is so amazing about Hilltop, it's so homely and welcoming. It's big enough that
our little girl is learning to interact with a group of children and is preparing for school, but it's small enough that it's not too intimidating. It's the perfect step up before school and the high staff levels are just so reassuring.
Our little girl adores all the staff and it's so good to see how much she has grown and developed since she has been here. The staff are all fantastic and spend so much time getting to know us as well as our little girl. They really involve us in her education.
It's just so clear that the nursery is not just a business, it's one big family where everything is done in the best interests of the children. I could not have wished for a better nursery!
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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Would 100% recommend Hilltop Tots to everybody. I was extremely worried about sending my daughter to nursery but the manager was absolutely brilliant and understanding of my worries and put me at ease.
My daughter adores going to nursery and very often doesn't want to leave when I pick her up. She
has the biggest smile on her face for whoever opens the door to her in the mornings.
I have no worries about taking her to nursery as I know she is in the care of beautiful people who she loves.
I'm so glad I found this nursery and wouldn't want her to go anywhere else.
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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hilltop is the best nursery in town, I 100% recommend it to anybody looking for a nursery for their children. All the staff are absolutely beautiful people, they are so welcoming, kind and friendly. I am so happy that my twin boys attend here, they adapted well to nursery life and the staff made it
easier for my own worries ensuring me they were safe and well. My boys have come on so much since they started, they have learnt so much and their curriculum and guidance are excellent. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the staff. The manager is wonderful and should be so proud of her team and the wonderful work they do. They treat my children like their own and it is lovely to see how much my boys love going. The nursery is the perfect setting and has an outside area for the children to run around whatever the weather conditions
Reply from Grace Elizabeth Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It means the world!
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Review from Abbi W (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends Hilltop and he has a smile on his face every day that we drop him off and when we pick him up. The staff are amazing - very loving, accommodating and understanding. The nursery itself is homely and we see for ourselves how happy the children are to be heading in the door each morning.
Reply from Grace Elizabeth Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
Thank you so much for this lovely review, we absolutely adore him!
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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending the nursery for around 3 months now and I’m amazed at how far he has already come along. Previously he wouldn’t like leaving my side and would struggle with separation anxiety if I had to leave him even with family members. After 4 settling in sessions, he was happy to attend
the nursery on his own which is a miracle. Sometimes he still gets a bit emotional at the door but all the nursery staff are friendly and willing to take their time welcoming him in on his off days. I’ve noticed his speech is developing quicker and he is even sleeping better in the evenings after all the adventures at nursery during the day! As soon as I pick him up he will be telling me lots of things that he has been up to in the day. His current favourite is messy play! Thank you to everyone at Hilltop Tots for taking the time to welcome him and for putting my mind at ease.
Reply from Grace Elizabeth Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
This is so incredibly kind of you, thank you! We are so proud of how well he has settled!
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Review from Kathryn K (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been a chaotic year, my son started nursery in January 2020 and even with all the out of control world issues Hilltop has gone above and beyond to not only keep themselves safe but also the children in their care. They have supported them in all areas and made sure during this time all children
were given the best opportunity to continue to grow. Supporting them with their development and emotional needs and understanding and seeing each child as an individual and not just a number has allowed Hilltop to become like a second family who really does care about all their families.
Reply from Grace Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. We appreciate it so much!
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Review from Arron S (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, my little girl loves it they are like a little amazing family there. The team are honestly amazing, my little girl has come on leaps and bounds since going. She comes back every day excited to tell us about her day.
Reply from Grace Hudson, Nursery at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
Thank you so much! I cannot tell you how much we appreciate it.
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Review from Keira M (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is a wonderful place for all of the children. It is a home from home where the children get loads of attention and love. My son has been going since the nursery opened, he has come on leaps and bounds since then. The team are simply amazing, they are passionate about what they do and love
every single child. They are always happy to see us and I feel I could not have put my trust in a better team to look after and teach my son. Parents are kept informed of everything our children are doing and learning and the team will help parents in any areas they are finding challenging. I could not have picked a better nursery, my son is so happy there and I look forward to my youngest starting soon too.
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Review from Janet M (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandchild attends this nursery. It is very friendly with excellent staff who have created a child-friendly fun and educational place. My granddaughter's development has improved immensely since she started the nursery and she is happy and eager to attend daily.
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Review from Wojciech K (Father of Child) published on 19 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My young lad has attended the nursery since mid Sep 2019. It was undoubtedly the best decision I made with my wife to pick Hilltop Tots. Very professional staff greeted us with a lot of positive energy. When you enter this place you see kids with smiles and their happiness. This is the best recommendation
or rather proof that every parent wants to get. I see lots of passion of the team which are running this place very well. What I am really impressed with and is worth to mention, those people want to make this place better and better! Every single comment is considered with attention. As a recommendation, I can say that during the lockdown my son is missing you guys so much. In the morning when we're having walks he passes my car and wants to get in and go to your place! MAX SCORE!
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Review from Bekki P (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Due to issues at a previous nursery my son and I was not a black and white case and integration was a slow and painful one, we needed a small miracle and I was worried that Hilltop Tots might give up on us. They didn’t just go that extra mile for us they ran the New York marathon for us, exceeded all
expectations and then just kept ongoing. They didn’t go above and beyond they went stratospheric and I am blown away by the support, patience and guidance they have provided to us as a family.
It’s a long road and we are only at the beginning of it but I know when I leave my little boy, he is given the same love, care and commitment that I myself would give. He has fun, is challenged and educated, he’s even learning a second language and he’s just turned 2!
So, would I recommend Hilltop Tots? One hundred million times yes, I would and with all of my heart. I would never take my son anywhere else! We are so incredibly proud to be a part of the Hilltop Tots family!!
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Review from Stephen H (Grandfather of Child) published on 12 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An excellent nursery. Family orientated with the individual needs of each child met in a very caring environment. A high ratio of staff to children which gives each child the care and attention they require. Home-cooked food which the children enjoy. Extra activities such
as music, dancing and Spanish
are provided without extra cost. My granddaughter loves attending this nursery.
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Review from Stephanie B (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Hilltop. This homely nursery is a little gem. My daughter is very happy at nursery. The activities and creativity of their learning and development is great and my daughter has flourished whilst in their care. She knows all the children and staff members names and will ask for them. She often
doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day.
The care and commitment of the staff gives me confidence that I chose the right place. I get plenty of updates on her activities and progress and feel very included in nursery.
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Review from Shelley (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team always go above and beyond to help where ever possible and their support/guidance is invaluable.


There are no words that can truly describe nor express the level of our sincere gratitude for everything.


We can honestly say that the care our children receive here is what you'd expect

from close family members - not a business and that's what makes this setting so unique, special and loved by all!


The nursery is very nurturing, caring, supportive and very family orientated. The high staff ratio has been invaluable in our children's development and it was clearly evident to see following our first experience of another nursery setting.

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Review from Kayleigh (Mother of Child) published on 1 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment we entered this lovely nursery we were mesmerized. The staff were extremely welcoming and throughout our short visit there, made us all feel like part of the family. The staff have many inspiring ideas and philosophies and show complete adoration for what they do. My personal favourite
aspect of this nursery - and there are many - is how small and intimate the setting is with small adult to child ratios and with working in the field myself I appreciate how important this is for our children's learning yet how difficult this can be to achieve in larger settings, so bravo!
We all look forward to beginning our journey in the new year!
Reply from Hilltop Tots at Hilltop Tots Day Nursery
Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so very pleased that you have chosen our nursery for your daughter and we all really look forward to making lots of exciting memories with her!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Hilltop Tots Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 5.000 for Hilltop Tots Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 167 Ratings = 5
  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 Hilltop Tots Day Nursery is based on 14 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 16 number of registered child places is 3.2, which has been reached with 14 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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