Cherubs Longdale

Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, Nottingham NG15 9AH
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  • Cherubs Longdale, Nottingham
Cherubs Longdale sits on the site of a former Riding School and Stables - set in an acre of protected woodland. The nursery has been providing high quality early years care and education for children since July 2001. Spread across 4 age-appropriate air-conditioned rooms and with 3 different outdoor spaces (including Baby Garden, Toddler Garden and Allotment) for children to enjoy - this nursery really does tick all the boxes.

If you’re looking for a modern but rural nursery, overflowing with outstanding facilities, Cherubs Longdale is the nursery for you.

Care Provided by Cherubs Longdale

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Marshall (Head of Nursery)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 24
  • Total Places for Children
  • 90
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 1 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Cherubs Longdale

  • £82.50 (Standard Day)


  • £100 Registration Fee along with 2-weeks Advance Fees (Deposit) are required to secure your place at Cherubs Nurseries.
    Registration Fee and Advance Fee are not required for funded-only places.


  • Parking
  • The nursery has its own car park, to the front of the nursery.


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Cherubs Longdale has a Review Score of 10 (9.961) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cherubs Longdale has 163 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our 7-month-old baby has just started at Cherubs Longdale. She has settled in far better than we could ever have hoped. This is due to the welcoming and supportive staff. They have taken the time to get to know us as parents, as well as our baby. They are always positive, happy and pass information
back to us well at the end of the day. The home/school diary is used well, and our comments e.g. That she has started clapping today, have been read and used to personalise the learning e.g. Singing 'if you're happy and you know it, clap your hands'.
The inside and outside learning spaces are both excellent. Our baby seems to love the food and has been settled enough to nap and eat straight away.

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are very glad your little girl has settled in so well. We will pass this on to the manager and her team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends Longdale once a week and started when she was 4 months old. I was very nervous about her being in someone else's care as she had been in and out of hospital for various things and would need at times an extra eye kept on her. I couldn't have asked for better introduction visits for
her, the girls were incredibly understanding and willing to learn her little ways of what to look out for if she became unwell. I was put at ease so quickly that they wouldn't hesitate to call me if needed. She settled in so quickly and adapted to the nursery routine. She is always happy when I drop her off and definitely knows the girl's faces and enjoys spending time and playing with them especially getting very messy always! When I collect her from Daisy's she always has a beaming smile on her face and is happy to come for a cuddle then go and play whilst I am updated on what she has been up to all day. Thank you so much for caring for my girl so perfectly. She loves you all lots.

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Than you for your lovely feedback. I will pass it on to the manager and her team. We hope your little one continues to flourish at Longdale.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been very happy at Cherubs Longdale. He has made lots of friends and is always excited to report what he has done for the day.
He often brings home art work and has joined French lessons and mini kick, he enjoys both greatly.
There are often trips out and new activities, such as the fire
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The staff are caring and my son has grown very fond of them.

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves preschool. She's always singing new songs, telling me about the wonderful time she's had, playing, making, running, singing and dancing.
I am confident in leaving her in the staff's competent care. They are all so friendly and helpful.
The food is clearly delicious too,
as she's always had 2 servings!

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will pass it on to the nursery manager and her team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has thoroughly enjoyed her time at Cherubs Longdale. She is a happy and confident child and I am sure this has greatly been due to the care and attention she has received at Cherubs Longdale. I would recommend the nursery to anyone.

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will pass it on to the nursery manager and her team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Longdale is a fantastic nursery, my daughter has enjoyed every room, right from the babies room up to pre school and looks forward to going to nursery. All the staff are fantastic and you know your child is being looked after very well. The outdoor area is a real hit with my daughter as she loves to
play outdoors and enjoys the sensory garden too. Always recommend the nursery to others, as I feel it has really brought my child on in many ways.

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Thank you for your lovely feedback, I will pass this on to the manager and her team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has had an amazing year at Longdale Nursery. The staff have been wonderfully nurturing and it is obvious that they truly care for the children and know them so well. My daughter has been given so many valuable experiences in the form of trips, visitors in school and general day-to-day outstanding
practice. I am thoroughly saddened that she has to leave but know that she does so with a great start to her learning journey and it's all down to the amazing staff! Thank you!

Reply from Sarah Savage, Operations Manager at Cherubs Longdale

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will pass it on to the manager and her team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has had a great experience. Lots of interactive fun and play. The care he gets is second to none. Happy to recommend to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery with professional, engaged and well-trained staff. Great facilities encouraging creativity and learning. My daughter loves this nursery and looks forward to going every day - well done!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child loves nursery, particularly playing outside - the outside space is excellent. Inside there are lots of things to do and play with and many activities arranged including themed. Staff are clearly caring and friendly and take an interest in children. A full update is given at each pickup and
staff always happy to answer questions and talk to parents. Security is good and the place is clean, safe and looked after. Would recommend to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Longdale. It is such a wonderful nursery and our son is thriving. The staff facilities and care are wonderful and we couldn't ask for more. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is always happy when I leave her at nursery. She is well looked after and staff interact with her and all the children very well. The setting is very well managed and any queries/questions are dealt with quickly and efficiently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cherubs Longdale to other
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Cherubs Longdale is an excellent nursery setting. The staff go above and beyond for the children in their care. They are always happy to answer any questions or queries and give outstanding care to all children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Attended a parent evening for my little boy and got loads of information of how the staff assess the development of him. Very pleased to see the records and photos, which are precious memories when he grows up. Thank you very much.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I think this nursery is brilliant. The staff are fantastic and my children are very happy and content.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great variety - events and trips often
Knowledgeable staff, adept at dealing with food allergies and illness
Lovely atmosphere
Lots of opportunities for parent involvement
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. Professional, friendly and caring staff who take a genuine interest in our son.
Would recommend to friends and family.
Brilliant!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Good overall nursery with an excellent outdoor space. Served our family well for 4 years. Highly recommended. Good links and transport to local schools.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended Longdale for a period before we moved. I was impressed instantly and found that my son settled in well with the excellent staff members in the Buttercups Room (15 -24 months). The staff were always considerate of my child's mood in the morning and I felt reassured that my son was in
capable hands. The outdoor area is fantastic and allows my son full access to the outdoor space. I was sorry to leave the setting. I would definitely recommend Cherubs Longdale Nursery School.

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We chose Longdale for both of our daughters. The staff are very caring, there is a good outside space and lots of activities to keep them entertained. Both girls have thrived at Longdale, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.961)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.961) out of 10 for Cherubs Longdale is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.961 for Cherubs Longdale is calculated as follows: ( (393 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 408 Ratings = 4.961

  • 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 Cherubs Longdale is based on 34 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 34 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 (2)

Rachel

Rachel Marshall

Job Title: Head of Nursery

Joined: 2014

Hello, I'm Rachel - Head of Nursery at Cherubs Longdale. I decided to pursue a career in childcare as I grew up with lots of siblings and family friends. As I grew older, I did lots of babysitting which inspired me to work in childcare. I have always enjoyed working with children and watching them grow and develop.


I have been in childcare for a while now and with Cherubs Nurseries since 2014. I have gained a huge insight into childcare by being fortunate to work at a few Cherubs settings including Cherubs Sutton in Ashfield and Cherubs South Normanton. On a day-to-day basis, I ensure Cherubs Longdale is effectively run by ensuring we provide a high level of care and always putting the children, parents and families at the heart of everything we do.


Faye

Faye Crowther

Job Title: Assistant Head of Nursery

Joined: 2023

Hello, I'm Faye - Assistant Head of Nursery at Cherubs Longdale. I'm currently working on my Cherubs story to share with you and will have it uploaded soon.