Nelly's Nursery

Wolverhampton Road, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5DR
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9.9 60 Reviews
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Nelly’s Nursery in Penkridge is an Ofsted Outstanding rated nursery (September 2019), providing high-quality childcare and early years education in a stimulating, effective and homely environment.

The building which was once a police station has been adapted and equipped to offer first-class facilities.

Outside play is a key element and the garden provides ample opportunities for children to learn through play. It features large musical instruments, a vegetable patch and much more.

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Care Provided by Nelly's Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Wheldon (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 16
  • Total Places for Children
  • 46
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Nelly's Nursery

  • Sessions start at £31.00.

  • Nelly's nursery offers full day and half-day sessions. Please enquire for more information and a quote.


    Term time only deduction available
    15 and 30 hours funding is available
  • Parking

  • Large on-site car parking available for safe drop off and collection


Nelly's Nursery Reviews (60)

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9.9

Nelly's Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10, based on 44 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Nelly's Nursery has 60 reviews.

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Review from N W (Father of Child) published on 11 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is very happy at Nelly's Nursery. This is primarily down to the staff, who are friendly, supportive and kind. The level of engagement with the kids is very high.

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Review from Hope L (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nelly's has been a wonderful place for my child. They are so supportive of us as a family and flexible with our needs. They know my child so well, understand their needs and abilities and tailor experiences to best suit and challenge them. Highly recommend Nelly's.

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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our son started at Nelly's the progress he has made and the care he has received has been phenomenal. When we were first nervous about leaving him there we were reassured by the staff and regularly receive updates as to how he is doing. They plan such lovely and educational activities for the
babies in their care and make is such a happy place for our son to be.

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Review from Jay T (Father of Child) published on 21 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been going to Nelly’s for three years and has loved his time there. We’ve seen him come out of his shell and watched his confidence grow. Every day we’ve sent him just seems so well planned, with a theme for learning and a breadth of materials prepared to help facilitate that learning. We’re
actually amazed that the staff never seem to run out of ideas. Our son adores the staff, and when asked who his favourite is, he just says ‘all of them’. A super pleasant environment for children, and I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Nelly’s.

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Review from Emily M (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Nelly's Nursery have made my transition to working so smooth and easy, they have put me at ease when leaving my little one in their care. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them.
My little one has come on leaps and bounds and the socialisation he gets is brilliant. The staff do so much
varied activities with him and the other children. They also pick up on things they like to do and enforce learning through play.

Reply from Rachel Wheldon, Manager at Nelly's Nursery

Thank you for your review Emily! Very kind of you - I will pass on your lovely comments to the staff!


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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl absolutely loves Nellys Nursery - she started at 12 months in September 2022 and she settled incredibly quickly thanks to the support from her key worker and the other nursery staff. She gets varied play (indoor and out), lots of attention, good food which she eats (much more than at
home!) and there is great communication with us as parents. I would highly recommend.

Reply from Rachel Wheldon, Manager at Nelly's Nursery

Thank you for your kind words, it is very appreciated!


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Review from A H (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Top class care. All members of staff are highly professional but with a strong sense of family. The leadership down it has a clear ethos and commitment to caring for every single child. Couldn't recommend more

Reply from Sanjay Rupal, Manager at Nelly's Nursery

Thank you for your continual support, it is always appreciated!


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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery, we currently have our daughter and son there. They both love it. The care of the staff is wonderful - going above and beyond to ensure they are happy, interested in the activities and their general well-being. We love sending our two children here, knowing they are being
looked after by caring staff. Would highly recommend Nelly's Nursery to anyone.

Reply from Rachel Wheldon, Manager at Nelly's Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful comments! It is very much appreciated!


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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Honestly could not recommend enough! My son has been going here since he was 1 year old and is only leaving due to starting school. He was a very clingy baby, however, after being at Nelly's only two months, he transitioned into such a bubbly, independent child. His speech has developed to the maximum
and he is always happy and excited to attend. Even when he leaves, he gets upset in the car for the teachers! Everyone is very welcoming and always smiling and always there to help out no matter what the question. Thank you all so much for being a massive part of my son's childhood!

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Review from Jon P (Father of Child) published on 31 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our 3-year-old twins have just left Nelly's Nursery, to start at the school nursery (where their older sister attends school). Having had all 3 of our children attend Nelly's Nursery, I can’t thank them enough. Our eldest (5) left to attend school and is growing into a beautiful young lady, inside and
out, with influences starting at Nelly's Nursery. Our twins (boy and girl) have been challenging from day 1, Nelly's Nursery embraced the challenge and made massive steps in teaching them their age-related social skills (which helped at home also). When we decided to move the twins to the school nursery (purely a logistical decision) Nelly's Nursery gave time and effort to meet with their new teachers at the school nursery to aid in the transition for continuity, a step even the school found amazing!


Thank you so much, you're all amazing.


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Review from Stephanie B (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Nelly's Nursery! Our fourth child is currently attending Nelly's so it has been a huge part of our lives for many years. We find the staff to be friendly, approachable and incredibly attentive to our children's needs. All of our children have enjoyed their experience at Nelly's and I really
feel that it has provided them with a fantastic start to their learning journey. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to others.

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Review from Anthony S (Father of Child) published on 27 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nelly’s has been absolutely amazing. My child’s welfare always comes first and they adore the staff. I have witnessed the positive impact and influence that attending Nelly’s has had. Learning, play and exploration of the world around them is strongly encouraged and it is truly a joy to know that when
I drop my child off, they go eagerly knowing that they will have a fun day. Equally picking them up is a pleasure and hearing what fun activities they have gotten up to. I really cannot recommend Nelly’s nursery more.

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Review from Cherry R (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy is extremely happy at Nelly's Nursery. Now almost 3, he has attended since he was 13 months old and we have nothing but praise for the nursery and its staff. Our son is developing so well and the wonderful staff at Nelly's have played a huge part in this. When choosing a nursery we wanted
our son to learn through play and this is exactly what we get. Lots of effort is put into the activities in order to engage the children. When he first started they gradually and seamlessly transitioned him from his home routine to nursery always taking into account what we wanted for him. He has a wonderful relationship with his key worker and room staff and jumps into their arms in the morning, talking regularly about them at home. The management and staff ensure he is reaching his potential and have helped with potty training and anything else we needed. Our daughter will be starting with them next year and we know she will be just as happy. I would recommend them to anyone.

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Review from Richard S (Father of Child) published on 22 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been very impressed at the provision provided for our daughter and what every week brings. She has the opportunity to take part in multiple and different activities (her many paintings and projects on our fridge attest to that), and we love the fact that we get to see what she has been up to
on Parent Zone. All of the staff have always been polite, professional and friendly and we would highly recommend the nursery to others.

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Review from Jade C (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two girls have attended Nelly's Nursery from the age of 1, my eldest is 4 and will be leaving in August to start school, so Nelly's have been a big part of our lives for over 3 years.
The staff are absolutely amazing! They are so caring and attentive to both girls and the girls love going in to
nursery every morning.
We would highly recommend Nelly's to anyone.

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Review from Craig D (Father of Child) published on 20 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Nelly's for the last year and we as parents have been satisfied with the service received by Nelly's. The staff are very attentive to my child’s needs with supporting him when he had a problem with his speech. Since the nursery has changed management it appears to be getting
better and offering a better experience for my child. I would highly recommend Nellys Nursey to family and friends.

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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl has been attending Nellys for a few months now and absolutely loves it! She always has a smile for the nursery staff and has genuinely come on leaps and bounds since starting. As she is a ‘lockdown’ baby, it is so nice to see her interacting with the nursery staff and her friends. The
parent zone app is great so we can see what she is getting up to throughout the day.

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Review from Chantelle S (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I chose Nellys Nursery based purely on my interactions with the Nursery Manager, having not been able to look around due to the pandemic. The Nursery Manager understood and sympathised with my worries about leaving my baby, especially as we had not been apart throughout his 13 months. I have not regretted
choosing Nellys at all. The staff took time to get to know my baby and his usual routine and preferences and they mimic this as much as possible. My son has only been going there for 6 weeks but during this time he has thrived. He consistently has the same nursery key worker greet him in the morning, and he now associates there as being a happy place and goes inside without any tears. They send me fantastic updates during the day of all the activities he does, and eats things he would never do at home! We speak two languages at home and they even play him songs in the other language as well as English. Nellys deserves its outstanding rating, they've been wonderful during this time.

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Review from Melissa S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot rate this nursery highly enough! My boy has been there 18 months and they have been brilliant in meeting his needs especially dietary requirements and getting my little one interested in food (something dieticians had failed to manage). Their patience and kindness are amazing. I receive regular
information about my boy's progress and learning and his development has come on leaps and bounds. The nursery has transitioned to new ownership amid a global pandemic and this has been seamless which definitely deserves credit! Amid Covid they have put in appropriate cleaning and protective measures to keep our little one safe and have remained open which, as a key worker, it has been amazing to go to work knowing my boy is as safe as he can be. My little one adores the staff and chats about them regularly at home and what he has done with them. I would 100% recommend this nursery I was an anxious mum leaving him to return to work but I know this is one decision I definitely got right!

Reply from Jenny Truslove, Manager at Nelly's Nursery

Thank you for the review. Staff at Nelly's work very hard to get to know every child and family well, and meet their individual needs. A big thank you to you too for your work as a key worker during the pandemic!


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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our son has attended the nursery for almost 2 years now - we are very happy with the service the nursery provides and our son appears to be very content there. His needs are fulfilled and he is fond of the staff and has always shown enthusiasm to attend. The nursery has dealt with issues arising out
of the Covid pandemic with great care and attention, providing a service throughout the last year, which has been critical to us as key workers. Just prior to the switch from Tapestry to Parentzone, there was less daily online communication, but that now appears to have resolved.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.892)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10 for Nelly's Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 44 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 44 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.892 for Nelly's Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (471 Excellents x 5) + (55 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 527 Ratings = 4.892

  • b) 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 Nelly's Nursery is based on 44 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 46 number of registered child places is 9.2, which has been reached with 44 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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 (3)

Jenny

Jenny Truslove

Job Title: Area Group Manager

Jenny has over 15 years of experience in managing day nurseries and has completed Post Graduate qualifications within this field. She is a passionate Early Years Advocate and has vast knowledge within the sector.


Rachel

Rachel Wheldon

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2017

Rachel has been with Nelly's Nursery for 5 years now, with a background within Early Years of over 11 years of experience. She has a strong passion for quality education and parent partnership. She achieved her BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies in 2016.


Lizzie

Lizzie Hill

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2007

Lizzie has worked at Nelly's Nursery for 15 years, demonstrating her dedication to the sector and enthusiasm for Early Years. In particular, creating a fun, and happy environment.


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