Children 1st @ Toton

5 Banks Road, Toton, Nottingham NG9 6HE
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9.9 194 Reviews
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Children 1st @ Toton has been confirmed as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (March 2022). It is situated in Toton, with easy access from Long Eaton, Chilwell and Beeston, close to local bus routes. The nursery has been beautifully refurbished throughout; with bright, open areas for babies, toddlers, Early Years and out-of-school children, from 0 – 12 years.

The nursery is proudly part of Children 1st Day Nurseries which has been providing award-winning, family-run childcare since 1988. The company is listed in the Top 3 in the UK for Ofsted Outstanding results according to the Nursery World Nursery Chains Report 2021.

The friendly, enthusiastic staff are all fully trained and very experienced, and staff to children ratios are better than Ofsted recommendations, so you can be sure of the very best care for your child. They provide a fantastic nursery school environment, with the added experience that comes with a designated Early Years Practitioner, and also offer fully grant funded places for children aged 3 and 4 years.

Outside there is a fabulous garden designed to maximise the potential for outdoor play, with carefully chosen, age-specific equipment. Children are encouraged to choose their own activity with a huge variety of options both in and outside.

Staff would be delighted to show you and your child around and answer any questions you may have.

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Care Provided by Children 1st @ Toton

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Gina Ward, Laura Harrison & Katie Smeeton (Managers)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 39
  • Total Places for Children
  • 120
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Children 1st @ Toton Reviews (194)

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Children 1st @ Toton has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.928) out of 10, based on 58 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Children 1st @ Toton has 194 reviews.

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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves nursery and the team within! She has developed in leaps and bounds! Nothing is ever too much of an ask and they go above and beyond daily! We cannot thank them enough for their continued support.

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Review from Liam A (Father of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are outstanding. So organised, friendly. Our child has come a long way already, after just being there three months. His speech, numbers and colours. No matter what day we go in, we are always welcomed.

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Review from Z B (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves the nursery and the staff, they are so loving and caring towards her. It makes me so happy to be at work knowing she is so well looked after with people she trusts. She learns new things everyday and comes home super happy, thank you to the Bobtails room.

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Review from Sarah H (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been taking our girls here since September 2023 and have experienced no issues. The staff are supportive, the space for the children and the activities are perfect for them, they have a range of foods and always explain clearly about their day.

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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is simply amazing. They show true care for all children. My eldest started at the bungalow at one year old and stayed until she started school this September. And now my youngest is in the bungalow. Both girls love/loved nursery and wanted to go every day of the week. It makes going to work
a little easier knowing the girls are with people who care and know them inside out. I can't thank the staff enough or recommend them enough.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thank you for taking the time to share these lovely comments regarding Children 1st @ Toton. Also, thank you for not only choosing us once but twice; your continued support does not go unnoticed. Again, thank you.


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Review from R E (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are lovely and make my daughter feel welcome every session. They communicate well and inform us of everything that happens. I like the observations that we receive and this helps me understand what she does each day.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thank you for taking the time to share these lovely comments regarding our Toton setting. It’s wonderful to know the procedures we have in place are meeting your needs and keeping you up to date with the day-to-day happenings while your little one is at nursery.


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Review from Gemma B (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Children 1st highly enough, my son goes to the one on Banks Road in Toton. He comes home happy, clean and always looks like he has had the best day. I find the nursery attentive, understanding and very caring towards my son, perfect when you find it hard to leave them anyway. They
have been super supportive with his potty training, which mirrored what we were doing at home with him, resulting in a quick transition from nappies to pants at just 2 years old. He eats well and is always learning and having fun with his friends. He has been at this nursery since he was 10 months old and he is now 28 months.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thank you for taking the time to share this lovely review. It's great to hear that the care provided from my colleagues at our Toton setting puts your mind at ease when leaving your little one. I’m so pleased to hear that we are working alongside you to help your little one meet his milestones throughout his Children 1st journey.


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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic level of care provided to the children in all age groups. My daughter has attended for the last two years and has made some wonderful friendships with many of the ladies, not just her own key workers. All the staff make you feel very welcome and communication is fantastic. Can't fault this
nursery, we have been very well looked after. Special mention to my daughter's key workers in the Peter Rabbits' room.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thank you for taking the time to share theses fabulous comments about our Toton setting. Also, a big thank you for your ongoing support over the years, I’m so pleased to hear that you have both developed relationships with not just your little ones key workers, but fellow colleagues too. I will be sure to congratulate the staff in peter rabbits for their continued hard work whilst helping to shape your little one's future.


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Review from Amy T (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Children 1st @ Toton has been absolutely outstanding in their care of my children, their communication, support, organisation, delicious food, activities and provision for the children and so much more. We are always met with a smile and greeting, and the kids are constantly asking 'is today a nursery
day?' because they love it so much.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thank you for taking the time to share this wonderful review. I’m so thrilled to hear how well your little one's have settled in at the setting and their ongoing excitement for nursery days!


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Review from Emma P (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Best nursery I have ever experienced, I wish I had sent my first two. The standard is exemplary in every single way. I’ve never once had even the slightest issue with anything. The staff are always so helpful and supportive and always have a smile on their face. I can’t recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

I’m thrilled to hear such wonderful comments regarding one of our settings! I can’t wait to share this review with my fellow colleagues at Toton. Thank you for taking the time to share this.


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Review from Gemma T (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery! Staff are all so friendly and are excellent at their job. I feel really confident leaving my children here knowing they are safe and cared for by the best staff who clearly love working with the children. I'm really sad that one of my boys will be leaving here to go to
school soon as the staff in the pre-school room are so nurturing and friendly - I really couldn't ask for a better place to send my sons. The graduation performance was so well organised and was such a lovely event so thank you to the staff for organising this! Honestly, you do not get this experience everywhere! Do not hesitate if you are thinking of sending your children here!

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Gemma, it is so lovely to hear about your experience with Children 1st @ Toton, we wish your son all the best when he moves up to school! I can't wait to let the nursery know about how well-organised you found the graduation as well as passing along your thanks. Thank you, Gemma.


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Review from Joanna T (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

You couldn’t wish for a better nursery for your child! My little boy has been going here since he was 2 and has been in a few different rooms during his time there and each one has been just amazing. The staff are exceptional, caring for the kids so well and being so kind and fun for them. Special shoutouts
to two members of staff who our son has just adored his time with, and another member of staff who runs the early years team so well and works so hard. The management team are also brilliant, nothing is ever too much trouble. Just a five-star nursery all over!

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

It's so lovely to read about your little one's journey within our setting, as well as both yours and your son's Children 1st experience. Thank you, Joanna, for taking the time to write this review and for the five stars!


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Review from G O (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We’ve had children at Children 1st @ Toton Day Nursery for five years now and I honestly can’t recommend it enough. We’ve been beyond happy with every stage of nursery, from the baby room up to early years. The staff are honestly amazing and both my little ones have loved it. My youngest is due to leave
this summer and we’ll be sad to leave the nursery. The staff go above and beyond for the children and have made their first steps in education a fun and memorable experience. 5/5!

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

I would like to thank you for sharing these wonderful comments about your experience with our Toton setting. I look forward to letting the staff know about the comments you have shared and I'm sure they will be just as sad to see you and your little one go. Thank you again.


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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, I recommend it to so many people! The staff are friendly, professional and approachable, they give great feedback each day. The rooms are kept clean and the resources are great.
Recently, we've attended Father's Day stay and play in the baby unit and also graduation in the preschool
room. The graduation ceremony was wonderful and I'm sure there wasn't a dry eye in the house (parents and staff!) Each child was provided with a goodie bag of photo memories along with handmade keepsakes which were so thoughtful and will be treasured.
We are welcomed every morning with happy faces and both of my daughters love spending their days at nursery.
Thank you to all of the staff who work so hard to make it an amazing and happy place.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thanks for taking the time to write such a kind review. The team at our Toton nursery will be delighted to know you think they are amazing. Graduation days are always a bittersweet occasion; it's a lovely event but tinged with the sadness of goodbyes - I am so glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks again.


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Review from Lauren H (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic nursery - my daughter has been very happy here over the years. The staff work hard to make it an interactive, fun, developmental and caring setting!
Each of my daughter's key workers has been exceptional, taking the time and energy to get to know her and helping her to grow! One, in particular,
in early years will have a special place in her memories!
Thank you to the early years team for a lovely graduation show/send-off as my daughter starts school. You did a great job!

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Dear Lauren, thank you so much for saying our nursery is fantastic, my colleagues at the Toton nursery will be delighted to know of your feedback. It's great to know our key workers have done an exceptional job for your daughter. The early years team will miss your daughter and will be so happy the graduation was a big hit.
Thanks again.


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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had such a positive experience with this nursery. My daughter is in the baby room and the staff have made us all feel so welcome. Everyone is just so friendly and happy! My daughter settled in really quickly and I love seeing pictures and videos of her smiling and babbling away. I know she is
well looked after and I feel comfortable leaving her there. We had a look at a number of nurseries before deciding on this one and it really was the best decision we made.

Reply from David Hancock, Chief Executive at Children 1st @ Toton

Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about your daughter's experience at our Toton nursery. Ensuring children are settled and comfortable is something our practitioners focus on - it's so important that both you and your daughter are content being apart during nursery time. My colleagues at the nursery will be super pleased to know you are happy with the care they offer your daughter.
Thanks again.


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Review from E B (Aunt of Child) published on 13 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with lovely staff, all children seem very happy to be there and staff are very welcoming. Regular updates on the app which is great and always give an update on collection. My child always enjoys her time there.

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Review from Zoe J (Mother of Child) published on 8 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An all-round positive experience. Never had any problems.
They were really accommodating when my little one started due to me finding a new job and unsure of start dates etc.
It's always clean, I'm impressed with the facilities for all age groups.
Staff all seem lovely and happy.
Would definitely
recommend this place.

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Review from Sophie W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We put our first child in Nursery here by the recommendation of friends who have sent 2 children here. I didn't know what to expect and I am incredibly happy! The staff are so so lovely and friendly; I completely trust them with my son. He has come on leaps and bounds since going there and doing all
of the activities. I am so impressed with all of the work the team do; couldn't be happier.

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Review from M L (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son had a lovely first day at the nursery. The staff was brilliant and the managers helpful. I am so happy that my son is a part of this lovely family team. I think at this stage I cannot see anything that I will change.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.928)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.928) out of 10 for Children 1st @ Toton 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 58 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 58 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 4.928 for Children 1st @ Toton is calculated as follows: ( (647 Excellents x 5) + (44 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 694 Ratings = 4.928

  • 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 Children 1st @ Toton is based on 58 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 120 number of registered child places is 24, which has been reached with 58 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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Gina Ward

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 1995

I joined Children 1st in 1995 working as a Trainee, Children 1st offered me the opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge on my first step of the ladder to gain my qualification of NVQ Level 3.


I have continued to be supported with my continuous professional development and have since achieved my Level 4 in Childcare and Education and my Assessor Award which has enabled me to support and mentor other professionals and learners whilst working at Children 1st.


I have worked in several other Children 1st Nurseries and have been set many challenges and given many opportunities to develop myself, constantly learning new things along the way.


I enjoy my work and take pride in being involved in children’s lives and see their development. I enjoy working alongside my team and the families to ensure that the children in my care receive the best possible start.


Through my roles as Nursery Manager, I have worked with diverse cultures and families with different needs and expectations, this has given me the tools to enable me to meet their different needs and make a real difference to children's lives, one of my passions is to be able to offer high quality childcare for all children regardless of their status.


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