Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell

Hassell Primary School, Barracks Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1LF
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Tamara (Deputy Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 5

Total Places for Children

  • 35

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • We accept all types of funding and childcare vouchers - no hidden costs!

  • Please contact us directly to discuss fees.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-17:30
    Tuesday 08:00-17:30
    Wednesday 08:00-17:30
    Thursday 08:00-17:30
    Friday 08:00-17:30

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell Reviews (4)

8.9

Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.925) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell has 4 reviews.

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Review from J K (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic staff , good facilities, well cared for children in a safe clean environment. Would highly recommend to others with childcare needs.
Friendly and caring staff who provide updates weekly regarding activities posted on socials.
Reply from Tamara Johnson, Deputy Manager at Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell
We're so glad to hear that your child is having such a lovely time with us at Hedgehogs. Thank you for your kind words, this will be passed onto all our staff.
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Review from J W (Stepfather of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little dude always comes back with a smile on his face, the staff are absolutely incredible with keeping you up to date with stuff throughout their day and how they are progressing with development from his speech, sensory development and his overall learning! Never had any complaints about his time
there and probably never will, my stepsons time and experience there is their number one priority and that's all that matters to me.
Reply from Tamara Johnson, Deputy Manager at Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell
Thank you for such a positive review, its lovely to hear your experience here with us at Hedgehogs.
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Review from Paschalia C (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very and my dauter is very happy with the nursery. One teacher in particular is amazing and very professional. All the Staff in nursery are very kind showing care and love to my dauter and all the children.My little dauter is very excited and loves all the Staff.
Reply from Tamara Johnson, Deputy Manager at Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell
Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review, I have passed your lovely comments on to all our staff. We're glad you're happy with your experience with us.
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Review from Coleen G (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with the experience at this nursery. The staff are approachable, caring and genuinely dedicated to child's wellbeing and development. My child has grown so much in confidence, communication and independence since joining. The nursery is clean, safe and always has engaging activities
for the children. I always have regular updates and photos.
Thank you to all the staff at the nursery!
Highly recommended.
Reply from Tamara Johnson, Deputy Manager at Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad you're happy with your experience at Hedgehogs.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.925)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.925) out of 10 for Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell 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 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 4 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 4.979 for Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell is calculated as follows: ( (47 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.979
  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 3.946 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell is based on 4 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 = 3.375
    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 35 number of registered child places is 7. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 7 = 0.571
  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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Meet the Team (5)

Tamara

Tamara Johnson

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2024

Tamara is level 3 qualified and has a passion for working with children. Tamara is very caring, supportive and creative.


Favourite Activity - Anything involving messy play!


Favourite Story - Dear Zoo


Favourite Nursery Rhyme - Sleeping Bunnies

Kirsty

Kirsty Robinson

Job Title: Childcare Practitioner Joined: 2024

Kirsty is level 2 qualified, working towards her Level 3 qualification. Kirsty is very down-to-earth and has always enjoyed working with children.


Favourite Activity - Arts & Crafts


Favourite Story - Open Very Carefully; A book with Bite!


Favourite Nursery Rhyme - 5 Little Speckled Frogs

Holly

Holly Tams

Job Title: Childcare Practitioner Joined: 2025

Holly is working towards her level 3 qualification, and her expertise is working in the baby room. Holly is very nurturing and a great team player!


Favourite Activity - Building (Especially with the magnetic blocks)


Favourite Story - The Gruffalo's Child


Favourite Nursery Rhyme - Tiny Turtle

Laura

Laura Jeffries

Job Title: Childcare Practitioner Joined: 2025

Laura is level 5 qualified and has lots of experience working with children and families.


Favourite Activity - Hairdressing


Favourite Story - The Tiger Who Came For Tea


Favourite Nursery Rhyme - Jack & Jill

Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie Hodgson

Job Title: Childcare Practitioner Joined: 2025

Anne-Marie is level 3 qualified and loves working with children. Anne-Marie is very patient and has lots of experience in the baby room.


Favourite Activity - Water play


Favourite Story - Dear Zoo


Favourite Nursery Rhyme - Wind The Bobbin Up

Frequently Asked Questions about Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell

What is the Age Range of Children that Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell accepts?

Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell Open?

Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell is open: Monday 08:00-17:30, Tuesday 08:00-17:30, Wednesday 08:00-17:30, Thursday 08:00-17:30, Friday 08:00-17:30.

How many Children does Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell have capacity for?

Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell has capacity for a total of 35 Children.

How far is Hedgehogs Preschool at Hassell to the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme?

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

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