Kids Planet Kirkby

Richard Hesketh Drive, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 0TZ
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  • Kids Planet Kirkby, Liverpool
Waverton Kirkby Day Nursery caters for children aged 0 to five years old. The nursery has specially designed rooms for each age group to enable each child to develop and grow in stages, with each room presenting an environment that is rich in learning opportunities.

For the youngest, the nursery provides wonderful sensory experiences and space where they can explore the world around them. The next stage enables the children to further explore and move around, supported by experienced and nurturing staff.

The pre-school room lays the foundation for primary education and gives children access to a wide range of resources, all designed to inspire young minds.

Outdoor play is central to the nursery and children are taken outside each day in order to keep fit and healthy and support physical development.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Stacey Clarke (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 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 Kirkby Reviews (34)

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Kids Planet Kirkby has a Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Kirkby has 34 reviews.

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Review from Cristina P (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with Caring Staff
We've had a wonderful experience, from the very beginning the staff made her feel safe and welcomed. She has grown so much in confidence, and we've seen real progress in her social skills, communication and early learning. A big thank you to the entire team.
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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started in nursery, on his settle sessions I was worried as he was quite upset but all the girls in baby room really made me feel at ease about leaving him when he started. He absolutely adores his key person & she had helped him settle in so much, honestly couldn't have thank her enough
for helping me not feel guilty about handing him over upset, but now drop offs go smoothly and he is really enjoying nursery!
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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beautiful nursery with lovely staff, my little girl started in the toddler room in january and the staff were so welcoming. There hasnt been any issues at all, They are a fantastic bunch of girls, my little girl loves it here that much that she crys to stay when shes getting picked up to go home! The
food menu is great, all sorts of different recipes. I would highly recommend this nursery for reasons I have stated and so many more.
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy joined the nurseries baby room in November 2024. The staff are very professional and really care and get to know the children, which really gives you peace of mind knowing your child is somewhere they well be so well looked after!
The staff are great at giving feed back and updating
you of your child's progress.
My little boy has recently moved up to the toddlers room and the transition has been made so much smoother by the staff making sure to do this gradually and even pop in to show a familiar face in the new room.
Really happy to have my little boy in Kids Planet Kirkby and would highly recommend it to others!
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Review from Natalie M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has come along so well since starting. She has grown a lovely bond with some of the staff & always happy after her nursery days! She started at 9 months when I went back to work after maternity leave. She is my only child so this was hard for me to do. The transition went great not just
for my baby but for me also. It was such a relief! I really appreciate the hard work the staff do everyday. Looking after so many young children must be so hard but also so rewarding! Thank you!
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Kirkby has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. All the staff have been so kind and caring towards my son who has recently started, they have gone above and beyond and exceeded my expectation's. My little boy skips into nursery and can't wait to start his day. After a bad experience at
another nursery I was very anxious and worried about his transition but they have been amazing and I am so very thankful. Good work girls!! X
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Review from Leanne H (Aunt of Child) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece goes to this nursery and she loves it. The staff are so nice and my niece loves them, she talks about the staff at home and will tell us what she did that day. The staff and manager go over and beyond they make sure their milestones are met and they have the best day. Well done girls I would
recommend this nursery as the care is the best and my niece is so happy there and feels safe.
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Review from D C (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet Kirkby is such a welcoming environment, my little girl skips into nursery and loves spending time here, both with her friends and also the brilliant staff. I would recommend this nursery to anyone who wants to feel safe and comfortable with their children in nursery care. Keep doing what
you're doing KP Kirkby!
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Review from Molly B (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is in toddler room and has been going to Kirkby Kids Planet since the baby room, everything was done to make sure she had the smoothest transition and her and myself were comfortable and happy to start full time, nothing was too much trouble and she has thrived since, she goes 3 times a
week and absolutely loves it; she eats lovely meals and is always happy; all the staff are so lovely and quick to chat and say hello, this is the first nursery I saw and after visiting others it was the one we went back and chose. I'm really pleased with the nursery and what it offers, thank you to everyone as we are completely at ease knowing our daughter is happy and thriving at Kids Planet Kirkby!
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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has recently joined the nursery. I cannot thank the staff enough. I was so worried he would not settle in, but the girls are just so lovely and take care of him as much as I would. It melts my heart to see my little boy so settled. Thank you.
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Review from R E (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Well what can I say about this nursery. I cannot fault it, the girls treat my son like he is one of their own and that makes me feel more comfortable and settled going to work knowing he is in a nursery where he is loved and gets the help that he needs. They involve all the family at sports days any
events for Mother's Day, Father's Day or even Christmas and Easter. It is a lovely little nursery and the girls deserve the credit. They go above and beyond. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Kids Planet since he was a baby. It's the best thing I have done as he has thrived there, staff are so supportive and enthusiastic. He has learned so much which is all shared through his learning journeys on the app. His communication has come on leaps and bounds. He thoroughly enjoys
going to nursery and talks about it at home. I'm looking forward to his sister starting soon. The nursery is always clean, the staff know my child's individual needs, I have no concerns about his safety and feel he is in very good hands when I leave him at the door. He loves playing outside and this is encouraged with the open-door policy.
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Review from Georgia W (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending Kids Planet Nursery for 15 months now. He absolutely loves going to nursery, the staff care for him as if he was their own. I know when leaving my boy for the day that he is receiving the best care. My child has thrived so much and is hitting all milestones for his age.
I'm so grateful to all of the staff at Kids Planet. Thank you!
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Review from N N (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids Planet is like a second home for my child. He loves everyone. I don't have any concerns about him when he is there. The food is excellent and different every day. He learns a lot in the nursery. I am always informed about him. A lot of activities. To be honest, can't say anything bad.
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Review from Rachael W (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The standard of care is excellent! This review is based on honesty this setting is excellent. The reasons it is excellent is based on the following:-
*staff are brilliant, they listen and care for children as you would your own children.
*Excellent handovers.
*Kept up to date on their day, meals
and what they are up to.
*Outside offers lots for them to do
*My son is always happy when I pick him up and talks about nursery at home (often doesn't want to go home).
*The manager is excellent, really cares, listens to parents and always around to help in any way she can.
*Good communication, kept up to date with emails, communication from practitioners, everyone working together consistently.
*Love the activities and the things they bring home, can see my son coming along nicely.
*l love the events: stay and play, sports day, toddler festival etc., all high quality.
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Review from Lauren C (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good nursery. My son always comes out happy and smiling. When you mention about him going to nursery he gets excited and smiling. His development has come on loads since starting this nursery. He loves playing with his friends there.
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Review from D B (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When our daughter came to this nursery she was very unsettled from her previous childminder, Kids Planet offered her all the additional support she needed and continue to do so, best decision we made choosing Kids Planet.
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Review from Georgia A (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have only ever had positive experiences with Kids Planet Kirkby. The staff are so welcoming and pleasant and show a lot of care within their environment. With being in education myself, it was really important for me to find a nursery that was suitable for my daughter. It was imperative that she had
that nurturing care and support to guide her on the beginning of her education journey. Kids Planet Kirkby has so far exceeded this. My daughter loves going into nursery full-time and has made strong relationships with not only her key worker but also other staff within her room and within the nursery. Thank you Kids Planet Kirkby!
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Review from Les R (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is in the baby room and they are amazing honestly, I cannot fault the staff. There's not a day that I have dropped off or picked up my child to be greeted by such lovely people. My son from his first day settled in so easily and he's so happy. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone and
everyone, thanks for looking after my son, you put me and the wife at ease when he's in your care, keep up the good work.
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Review from Ashleigh R (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My baby absolutely loves going to Nursery and I feel so at ease with the girls in the nursery.
The baby room all remember every detail about my child and make sure he is welcomed like he is the only child in the care every day.
He always comes out with a fresh nappy on, his bum has never been sore
and just true love and care has been provided for him.
I am updated throughout the day on my child even down to getting little photos of his little milestones or just him being happy.
I would 100% recommend this nursery to family and friends and I look forward to seeing him progress in there.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.970)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10 for Kids Planet Kirkby 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 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.970 for Kids Planet Kirkby is calculated as follows: ( (326 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 335 Ratings = 4.97
  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 Kirkby is based on 28 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 100 number of registered child places is 20, which has been reached with 28 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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Stacey

Stacey Clarke

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010

Stacey Clarke is the Nursery Manager. Stacey has worked in the Early Years since 2007 and has worked within management since 2012. Stacey is qualified as an Early Years child development Practitioner and is the designated safeguarding lead at the nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Kirkby

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

Kids Planet Kirkby accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Kirkby Open?

Kids Planet Kirkby is open: 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.

How many Children does Kids Planet Kirkby have capacity for?

Kids Planet Kirkby has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Kirkby to the centre of Liverpool?

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

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