Kids Planet Horsham

41 Pondtail Road, Horsham RH12 5HP
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Charlotte Wilcox (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 86

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:15
    Tuesday 07:30-18:15
    Wednesday 07:30-18:15
    Thursday 07:30-18:15
    Friday 07:30-18:15

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • The nursery has it's own dedicated car park for parent drop-off and pick up.

Kids Planet Horsham Reviews (56)

9.6

Kids Planet Horsham has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.640) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kids Planet Horsham has 56 reviews.

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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl has been attending Perfect Start Day Nursery - Horsham since she was 10 months old and is so happy here!
We had the excepted tears for the first couple of weeks but the team were amazing and she settled in so quickly!
Now at 18 months old, she loves going to nursery and is always
beaming when we drop her off.
The team at Perfect Start are so good at working on her development and she has learnt so many new things.
Couldn’t be happier!
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Perfect Start Day Nursery in Horsham is absolutely amazing. The staff compassionately guided us through our little girl starting nursery for the first time. They have helped our child so much with her speech and language. We couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery. The staff are always so positive
and encouraging. All of the staff know our child really well and have formed excellent relationships with her.
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Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this nursery. Our son has attended for 6 months now and had a bit of trouble settling but I felt so confident in the care all the nursery staff gave him and soon enough he started having the best days there. Every time I go to the nursery I see all the staff are so attentive to every child and
my little boy loves them all. It is such a comfort to know we are sending him somewhere we completely trust is taking good care of him and also giving him all the attention he needs.
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Review from D W (Father of Child) published on 9 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is excellent staff are all really friendly and engaging and have really helped our son grow and feel happy at the nursery, couldn't recommend them enough. Can't thank the staff enough for how they have made us feel very happy about sending our son here.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The one thing that attracted me to the nursery on our tour was that the manager was clearly passionate about her job. Therefore, I knew she would make sure my child received the best care. She remembers every face in the morning and always says hello. The staff are so friendly and supportive. The environment
is clean, tidy and welcoming for children. Fantastic activities planned to suit all children and the meals they provide sound amazing! I feel very confident that I chose the right nursery for my child.
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Review from M U (Father of Child) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children who have attended the nursery (toddlers / pre-school), they joined almost a year ago and have thoroughly enjoyed the time they have spent there. The staff and management are friendly and helpful, the facilities and food are great, there is significant effort put into ensuring variety
in the children’s activities and I have been pleased with their development (emotional/physical/academic) over the period.


I have seen nothing to suggest that the same high standards aren’t met with the younger children and would be happy to recommend the nursery.

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Review from Kimberley N (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic, caring staff who always go above and beyond to make sure every child has a fun-packed day. Healthy, nutritious meals are served daily by a fabulous cook. The setting is perfectly managed by an amazing team by whom nothing is too much trouble.
I would highly recommend Perfect Start in Horsham.
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Review from Hayley P (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started at Perfect Start in October having not spent much time away from us due to the pandemic. The staff in the older Babies room have all been so lovely and I feel that they have really got to know her very quickly. She gets very upset when I drop her off but I have every confidence
that she is having a great time as soon as I am out of sight.
The manager has been very helpful and accommodating when I have contacted her.
The activities they set up for the children look so much fun and the menu always looks great.
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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great nursery with amazing and caring staff. The manager and the team at Perfect Start Day Nursery are absolutely wonderful. You can see they care about every child at the nursery, their wellbeing and their experience at nursery, from the very first day. They keep you updated and informed of your
little one's adventures during the day and care about what happens outside of nursery too. The food provided is healthy, nutritious and homemade each day but a great chef, and my little one loves going in every time we take her.
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Review from Stacey W (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really pleased with not just the quality of care at Perfect Start Horsham but the little personal touches they give. Nothing is too much hassle which means a lot as a busy working mum. Staff are excellent.
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Review from Michaela R (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had started going to Perfect Start Day Nursery over a year ago when she was only 11 months old. We feel she is very happy there, always happy to go in. Her days are filled with lovely activities that I think a lot of thought goes into. I do like that one of the objectives of the nursery
is to flow the child’s interest. The menu looks very good every week and most importantly healthy and freshly cooked on site. We have never been invited to taste the food which some nurseries do.
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Review from Emma F (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As soon as I walked through the door at nursery, I just knew it was the place I wanted to send my daughter who had just turned 1. The welcoming from the manager and her team was so warm and welcoming and most of all reassuring. They go above and beyond on a daily basis. My little girl absolutely loves
nursery and I have no worries at all that she's in the best care. The nursery is clean, modern with a beautiful garden space; it just ticks all the boxes.
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Review from Abbie F (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has now been attending this nursery for over a year. My youngest will hopefully be joining soon as well. I am still as amazed at this nursery as I was when he first started. Even though the nursery has become hugely popular they have a very personal approach. I feel all the staff know my son
and take an actual interest in his learning.
My son always has a great time and I have no doubt that they have helped him to develop into a confident and kind 3 year old. ‘I love nursery, I get to play with my friends’ my son, 3 years old.
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Review from Collette H (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I moved my child from childminders to this setting and it has been the making of my little girl. Her key workers are amazing. She jumps out of bed to go in the mornings and this has become a second family.
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Review from Ben R (Father of Child) published on 21 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with very up to date equipment, very friendly staff and a great food menu. Our daughter absolutely loves going to this nursery. We feel extremely confident that our daughter is given absolute care and she has been developed hugely by attending Perfect Start in Horsham.
The manager
and her team should be very proud of the work they do, thank you.
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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined this nursery recently since I returned to work and he absolutely loves it. The manager and the team are fabulous, they have been beyond flexible with changing our days and are always prompt and friendly with replies. We feel really comfortable leaving our son with the team at Perfect Start
Day Nursery - Horsham and I really enjoy seeing the updates we get throughout the week detailing the activities. Definitely recommend!
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Review from Alex D (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We recently moved to Horsham and did our homework visiting the different possibilities of nurseries in the area - we are delighted to send our son to Perfect Start. He attends three days a week and absolutely loves it. The staff and facilities are what set Perfect Start head and shoulders above the
other options. From the moment we had our tour we got such a warm and caring feel from the staff. The facilities are first-rate and the outdoor space is well designed to engage the kids. The staff really make the nursery stand out. EVERY member of staff we have met demonstrate such great professionalism and care. Their communication is excellent and we really feel they care so much about our son's safety, wellbeing and development. They take the time to chat with you about your child and are clearly happy in their role. The management is outstanding too, caring and excellent comms. Lots of choice in Horsham but we are happy that we chose Perfect Start.
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Review from Jessica U (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend the nursery and absolutely love it. The style of playing with the kids while learning, the spacious space and the garden are some of the reasons I like the nursery. They encourage the interests of the children and they are very patient with them. I have tried several nurseries
in the area and this is the best. The opening time works very handily as they open earlier and close a little later than usual.
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Review from Kate S (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment we viewed Perfect Start we had a good feeling; the manager was warm, welcoming and clearly passionate about the nursery. And the space was light, clean and bright with a focus on fun with learning and a huge emphasis on nature (which was at the top our list for considering our 10 month
old little girl's placement). Well this is our little one's second week and we are beyond thrilled she has joined; she is immediately at home and thriving and we just know she is getting all the love she deserves! I can't recommend Perfect Start Horsham enough! Thank you.
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Review from Chloe W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such lovely staff who have spent so much time getting my baby settled over the past 5-months. They have adapted to his needs as necessary, and now he fits in perfectly and loves going to nursery. They were also so reassuring with me when he was having problems and are always happy for you to call or
email and respond so quickly. I would definitely recommend Perfect Start Horsham to anyone.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.640)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.640) out of 10 for Kids Planet Horsham 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 4.7 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 4.976 for Kids Planet Horsham is calculated as follows: ( (163 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 167 Ratings = 4.976
  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 4.664 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kids Planet Horsham 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.85
    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 86 number of registered child places is 17.2. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.2 = 0.814
  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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Charlotte Wilcox

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hi, I’m Charlotte, the Nursery Manager here at Kids Planet Horsham. I’ve been working in childcare since 2014 and joined the nursery in July 2020 as a Room Leader. Since then, I’ve progressed through several roles, including Third in Charge, Deputy Manager, and now Manager.
I’ve always been passionate about working with children and feel incredibly lucky to be part of their early learning journey. Watching them grow, develop, and discover the world around them is the most rewarding part of what we do.
Originally part of the Perfect Start group, our nursery became part of Kids Planet in March 2025. Throughout these changes, we’ve continued to maintain our high standards of care and education, and I’m proud to lead a dedicated team that puts children’s well-being at the heart of everything we do.

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