Nurtured @ Packmoor

Silverstone Crescent, Packmoor, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 6XP
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9.9 64 Reviews
  • Nurtured @ Packmoor, Stoke-on-Trent
Nurtured @ Packmoor staff are fully committed to providing a ‘home from home’ environment for children to enjoy. The setting welcomes children from 3 months to 5 years old and aims to provide all children with high-quality care in a warm, safe and friendly environment with a variety of stimulating resources.

The nursery has an enclosed garden with safety flooring and a variety of age-appropriate outdoor resources. The nursery also has a CCTV system installed throughout the premises.

The staff follow the 'early years foundation' stage framework to support early learning experiences, and this is backed up with lots of practical hands-on activities for children in all age groups.

However, they are about more than just covering the curriculum; it’s about teaching children to share experiences and building confidence.

Staff hold appropriate early years qualifications which give children the care and inspiration needed to thrive in a rich and fun learning environment.

The nursery cook prepares freshly cooked meals on the premises daily. Individual dietary needs are also catered for.

All staff are trained in paediatric first aid, food hygiene, safeguarding, manual handling as well as plenty of other ongoing training to support the delivery of the 'early years foundation stage'. This ensures that parents have peace of mind when leaving children in the nursery. The nursery also participates in the 'Stoke speaks out', communication and language screening program.

The nursery has strong partnerships with parents and staff keep parents updated about each child's day on a daily basis.

Funded places are available for 2, 3 and 4 year old’s.

Abacus will provide all children with the opportunity to make friends and gain the confidence to make the move up into the first year at school and beyond.

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Care Provided by Nurtured @ Packmoor

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Danielle Harwood (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 17
  • Total Places for Children
  • 50
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays and Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Nurtured @ Packmoor

  • Full day £58
    Full week £265
    Half day am £47
    Half day pm £35
    Holiday club £40
    Holiday club half day £25

  • Please call the nursery directly for more information


  • Parking

  • They have a car park directly outside of the nursery building for parents to park whilst dropping off and picking up children.


Nurtured @ Packmoor Reviews (64)

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Nurtured @ Packmoor has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.893) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Nurtured @ Packmoor has 64 reviews.

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Review from Z W (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was really nervous to start to return back to work with my little girl only being six months old. Abacus nursery staff were amazing there induction process reassured me and took away my huge mummy guilt. My little girl loves attending the nursery three days per week. The staff are all very friendly
and the overall welcoming feel of the nursery is amazing. The staff go above and beyond and work super hard to ensure that my little girl is safe, well looked after and happy. I can't thank the nursery enough. I really wouldn't send my little girl anywhere else. Thank you.

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Review from Leah R (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would not hesitate in recommending Abacus to anybody. All of the staff make the most amazing team and are always so friendly and helpful. The nursery itself is a lovely home from home environment with large rooms, lots of toys, resources, not to mention the most amazing home-cooked meals every day.
My little boy has attended abacus from 7 months old and his development has flourished since then. We receive updates every day as to meals eaten, activities, sleep and general 'mood' which is so reassuring as a parent.

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Review from Amie H (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Abacus for two days a week for nearly a year now. He absolutely loves it and recently hasn’t even wanted to come home once there! He eats so much better at nursery and the food is always varied from day-to-day. All the staff are really lovely and nothing is too much trouble.

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Review from Natasha H (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When we first went looking at nurseries for our daughter, Abacus Day Nursery was the first one of a few we saw and straight away we both fell in love with the place. We both felt comfortable, secure and we knew that was the one we wanted our daughter to go to. All the staff are very friendly, polite
and welcoming. I love the daily sheet I have from them to tell me how her day has been from what shes had to eat, nap times (and duration) to nappy changes and much more. As a new parent dropping her off it is very scary when you take them nursery for the first time and leaving them, but I was very reassured and very happy with how she is getting on. I would definitely recommend this nursery to friends with babies.

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Review from Michaela G (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is absolutely fantastic and since my child has attended the setting, has come on leaps and bounds. My child has been attending Abacus for almost 2 years now and enjoys the times when they get to go to nursery. The staff at the nursery are very professional and always listen to what you have
to say and are very supportive, regarding any concerns that you may have. I have never met a friendlier set of staff to look after my child and the relationships that they build with the children are evident. My child always tells me how much they miss nursery when they aren’t there and how much they are looking forward to going back. Abacus is a really friendly setting where children are able to successfully develop and achieve consistently high expectations. The support here is evident and in particular, as a first-time parent, I wouldn’t have wanted to send my child to anywhere else. Highly recommended nursery!

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Review from Michelle S (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has only been at the nursery for a short time but she thoroughly enjoys it. Each morning she can't wait to go and always has a smile on her face - when she goes into nursery and when she comes out.
The staff are very friendly, polite and always willing to help. They make time to speak
to parents whether that is in person, on the phone or via email and if you send an email they reply very quickly.
My daughter has made friends very quickly there, built on existing skills and developed new ones and is having a fantastic time.

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Review from leanne L (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Words cannot describe how excellent the nursery is, we are so disheartened that our daughter has to leave soon. From start to finish the nursery has been amazing. They have taught our daughter so much. All the staff have so much compassion and love for the children and really have their best interests
at heart. There’s always a warm welcome and the setting feels extremely safe. The communication is second to none. We love to see photos and hear about daughter's day. She settled in from day one and that’s due to all the lovely staff. They’ve taught our daughter things we wouldn’t have ever thought of at home - one being CPR at the age of 2! They’ve been so supportive through COVID-19 pandemic and reacted perfectly to ensure everyone’s safety. I can’t praise the nursery enough, 12 years ago our eldest attended and the staff still remembered - if that’s not a personal touch I don’t know what is. Thank you to each and everyone who has looked after both of our girls.

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Review from Jess E (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has flourished at Abacus, he runs in every morning so excited to see all the ladies and his friends. Even after months away due to lockdown, he settled straight back in without any issues and it's only a credit to the fantastic job all the staff at Abacus do.

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Review from Zoe B (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery. My little boy has been attending since around 10 months old and loves the days he is at Abacus and always comes home with a smile on his face. The staff are always happy caring and very helpful.

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Review from Lauren A (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone at Abacus Nursery has been fantastic, they have kept us informed as the nursery has been closed via email and have also answered any questions I have had throughout the lockdown. A manager, in particular, has been excellent. I know the children feel safe and are always excited about going.
I really appreciated the email from the member of staff that gave the children and us as parents ideas to keep them occupied during lockdown.
I was worried about the children going back, but I believe it was the best thing for them as they have loved being back. I can’t recommend enough.

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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 22 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has thrived since being at this nursery and you can always tell week on week what she is learning without reading her book. The ladies are great and super caring. In the two years my daughter has been here we've never had an issue and she's always super happy to be dropped off.

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Review from Angela J (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are wonderful with the children, creating a calm, organised, educational and fun environment. Parents receive weekly email bulletins and Abacus have regular events for parents to participate in. Our son has thrived since joining the nursery and we wouldn’t hesitate in recommending to anyone!

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Review from Stephnaie B (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have absolutely no issues with the nursery, I am sad for my daughter to be leaving and would not hesitate to recommend.

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Review from Richard B (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Abacus has really helped bring my daughter on in various aspects of life, from learning her numbers, letters and sounds, to learning to share with other children. We have found her attending Abacus Nursery really beneficial in getting her ready for school, and integrate with other children.

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Review from Lee H (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly, professional staff who look after my son and aid in his development.

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Review from Dave S (Father of Child) published on 13 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended this nursery for the past couple of years and in that time I have been very happy with the nursery and the care that she has received.

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Review from Kirsty P (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child enjoys his time at nursery. He loves all the activities and varied food. All the staff are friendly and welcoming and the facility is a lovely environment.

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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Abacus is an excellent nursery full of caring lovely staff that do a wonderful job supporting and caring for my son.

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Review from Reginald H (Grandfather of Child) published on 11 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Abacus Day Nursery lives up to all expectations, can't complain about anything, everything is spot on, all the nursery staff are wonderful and my grandson loves the food and care he receives.

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Review from V M (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It took a while to settle at the nursery with only doing two days, however, staff have been very supportive and friendly.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.893)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.893) out of 10 for Nurtured @ Packmoor 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.893 for Nurtured @ Packmoor is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 214 Ratings = 4.893

  • 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 Nurtured @ Packmoor is based on 18 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 50 number of registered child places is 10, which has been reached with 18 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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Top 20 Small Nursery Groups 2023

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Danielle

Danielle Harwood

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Danielle is currently acting manger at the site, she has worked at the nursery as Abacus for a couple of years before the nursery was taken over by Nurtured


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