Kids Planet Christie Fields

Joshua House, Christie Way, Manchester M21 7QY
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9.8 89 Reviews
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Kids Planet Christie Fields has a philosophy based on providing nurturing environments for children, alongside a supportive approach to parents. Part of the Kids Planet Group, Kids Allowed Christie Fields opened in May 2006 and caters for babies through to preschool.

All nursery centres are purpose-built and have become award-winning facilities, including secure outdoor play areas, quality resources and a team of carers who are driven to excel at their provision. The approach is based on listening to and respecting all ideas, whether big or small.

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Care Provided by Kids Planet Christie Fields

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rebecca Unsworth (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 60
  • Total Places for Children
  • 245
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Kids Planet Christie Fields

  • Various funding accepted (15 and 30 hours). We offer, Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare. Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please get in touch with the nursery for our most up to date fees and availability.

Kids Planet Christie Fields Reviews (89)

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Kids Planet Christie Fields has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.785) out of 10, based on 46 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids Planet Christie Fields has 89 reviews.

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Review from Marc T (Father of Child) published on 23 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There isn't really enough space provided to write how much we love Kids Allowed Christie Fields. They have supported us through some very tough times with patience, honesty and above all care and compassion. The management leads a team of exceptional staff who genuinely love the children. Our boys come
home happy and tired which tells me they have had an amazing day. All the little touches such as daily printed reports, fruit platter in reception, and trips to the park with the children go a long way. We are just about to move to Australia, so we will be on the lookout for a Kids Allowed down under!

Reply from Katie Grindrod, Manager at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Your son has and is an absolute pleasure to look after and it has been so lovely to see him progress in the setting from room to room, building relationships with the team and his peers.


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Review from Helena H (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves the school very much. During the last few months, she has learnt to count 1-10, recognises colours and has built up friendships with other children. She enjoys every day spent in the nursery.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

We are so pleased that your daughter is progressing so well. Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review.


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Review from Hugo M (Father of Child) published on 14 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter is always happy to go to Kids Allowed Days. She enjoys playing with friends and staff in general. I can't remember any complaints since joining in 2017.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for taking the time to write a review and we are so pleased your daughter enjoys coming and has built up relationships with both the team and her peers.


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Review from Rochelle W (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kids Allowed Christie Fields was the most amazing nursery and preschool for my little boy. My son has downs syndrome and is literally breaking records since he attended Kids Allowed. He astounds professionals every day with his level of advancement and just how much he has achieved. The staff at Kids
Allowed are beyond amazing. The children are greeted each day as if they are coming home. They are welcomed, nurtured, cared for and genuinely loved whilst given the tools to embrace learning and learning they do! The environment is superb, the vibe in every room is one of love, nurture and care and is the same no matter whether its 7.30 in the morning or 6.30 in the evening - it's always one where the staff truly care and treat the children as one of their own and the parents as part of their family. You can see the children's faces light up when they arrive! We hope that one day Kids Allowed open a school so children can continue to enjoy this wonderful experience for the rest of their childhood!

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Review from Lisa M (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Kids Allowed from 14 months and he has loved every minute of it. The staff are amazing from the manager to the housekeeper always available and happy to help.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for a lovely review. It has been so lovely to see your son progress through the centre.


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Review from Zoe G (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My family adores Kids Allowed. The friendly, enthusiastic and delightful staff makes dropping your child off feel like their at home.
The children have varied days from trips out to Knowlsyy Manchester Museum and local park. Most importantly our daughter always has a smile on her face. Kids Allowed
also look after us the parents too providing drinks/tea/coffee, postal service and always helps to swap days to accommodate our work life. Thanks for being outstanding Kids Allowed.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for such a lovely review. Your girls are an absolute pleasure to look after and we are so pleased that you are so happy.


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Review from Alannah R (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughters have come to Kids Allowed Christie Fields and I can honestly say that we are so lucky as parents to have found such an amazing childcare nursery. Every aspect has been fantastic and both girls enjoyed and still do enjoy their time here. The level of care has been outstanding!! The
staff know every child by name and are so friendly and always with a smile on their faces. The love both my girls have received has been such a comfort as I drop them off. I just know they are in good hands! Thank you especially to the manager who always goes above and beyond!! You are all amazing.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for a lovely review. It's been so lovely seeing your daughter's progress through the centre.


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Review from Natalie L (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a mum of a toddler, it's always worrying leaving your child with "strangers" but here it feels like a home from home. Management always have a smile on their face and are super helpful and the staff look after the children like their own.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for a lovely review. Your little girl has settled so well and is a pleasure to have at Kids Allowed.


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Review from Andrew F (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is extremely settled at the nursery. The transition between rooms has been great and the teams are caring and warm towards her.
My daughter is always engaged when we arrive to collect her, the variety of challenging activities that she does are helping her develop into a confident, inquisitive
little person.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Your daughter is a pleasure to look after and it's lovely seeing her grow and transition from room to room.


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Review from Gemma K (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Kids Allowed since he was 10 months old and I feel very lucky that he attends such a wonderful Nursery. Not only are the staff welcoming, caring and friendly, they have also helped to teach him many new skills.
My son thoroughly enjoys his time at Nursery. There are always exciting
activities on offer and the staff ensure these activities are tailored to meet his needs and interests.
All staff go above and beyond to ensure my son is well cared for. They take time at the end of every day to feedback about how his day has been.
The management team are always so friendly and helpful and there is a lovely atmosphere in the Nursery.
As an Early Years teacher and parent I highly recommend Kids Allowed.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for a lovely review and taking the time to write it. Your son is a pleasure to look after at Kids Allowed and we are so glad he is very happy here.


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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kids Allowed is a fabulous nursery. I have felt confident and relaxed from the moment I walked through the doors. My daughter has been attending the Christie Fields nursery since she was 1 and is currently in preschool. She has grown and developed so many skills thanks to the hard work of her teachers
and more importantly is happy and confident because of the obvious nurturing, caring environment. Her individual needs are always met but she is also a very happy member of her social group. Couldn't be happier.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. It has been lovely to watch your daughter progress through the nursery. She is such a pleasure to look after.


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Review from Emily T (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We had a really warm welcome into the nursery. I was made to feel like my daughter was very special. Her individual needs have been attended to well. Excellent use of her favourite books and toys. She has been cuddled and nurtured well.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for writing such a lovely review. Your daughter is settling so well and is a pleasure to look after.


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Review from S C (Father of Child) published on 16 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended since he was 11 months old and I am delighted with the way he has progressed since he joined. The staff are very caring, attentive and seem incredibly engaged and happy in their work. My son is always excited to arrive and reluctant to leave which says it all. Socially he has developed
well here and his vocabulary and understanding seem to improve the longer he is here. Overall, I couldn't be happier.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for a brilliant review. Your son loves nursery and we love looking after him and watching him grow.


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Review from Cat M (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2 daughters both have used the nursery as well as the holiday clubs and before and after school clubs. The facilities and staff are second to none. The atmosphere is nurturing but the kids have amazing opportunities there as well.
Kids Allowed have then surpassed themselves with looking after my
3rd child. He started at 1 year old and he has a number of additional needs which they have moved mountains to meet. I literally cannot fault any of the team but the managers have made returning to work and managing the mum guilt so much easier. I’m completely assured that while my son is there, his basic needs are met but also they go above and beyond with accessing training, arranging funding, organising and providing 1-1 time. My son has flourished at Kids Allowed and I’m forever grateful for their support and flexibility they show to us as a whole family! Thanks! We really appreciate it.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We love looking after your children and they are all such a pleasure.


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Review from Catherine Y (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can’t recommend highly enough. After going to another nursery and having a negative experience, we were desperate to find somewhere we could trust. The environment is clean, caring and super organised. Like any nursery the staff make it a success. They are friendly, professional and above all they really
care. Our son has settled so quickly, is developing so fast and loves going. Every interaction has been positive and I’d happily recommend to anyone who wants the best care for their child.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for a lovely review. Your son has settled in so well and we love looking after him.


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Review from Carla R (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has recently started in the baby room and from the moment I had the show round to his first day, the whole experience has been extremely positive and welcoming.
I am absolutely confident with leaving my son in such fantastic care, ranging from the centre manager to the key person. Absolutely
delighted with the setting.


After his first day, I received his first painting and a beautiful laminated photograph of him all messy with paint and a huge smile on his face.


Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you for such lovely feedback. He is an absolute pleasure to look after and we look forward to watching him grow while at Kids Allowed.


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Review from Sonia P (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter’s 4-year journey through Kids Allowed Christie Fields finally had to end in September when she started reception.
From a tiny little 6 month old who was lovingly cared for in Babies to her time in Woddlers where her language acquisition totally astounded us to a year in Toddlers where she
became the independent, confident, assertive little girl she is today to the most fantastic 2 years upstairs in Pre and Prep-school where she became more school-ready than we could ever have dreamed of, she really did have the most incredible, fun-filled journey any child could ever wish to experience.
The entire staff-team are amazing and they all deserve the highest level of praise possible; they are a credit not only to Kids Allowed Christie Fields but to the childcare profession in general.
I feel privileged that both my children have had what I consider to be the very best start in life and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone who is looking for the highest level of childcare they could possibly ask for.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It was an absolute pleasure looking after your little girl and is a pleasure looking after your son. Thank you again for such lovely feedback.


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Review from Samantha L (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery!
Both my children have been through kids allowed and have thrived.
The staff are very friendly, caring and have a great understanding of making learning fun.

Reply from Katie Grindrod at Kids Planet Christie Fields

Hi Samantha. Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and taking the time to send a review. The team will be so pleased when I share it with them tomorrow.


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Review from Katie S (Mother of Child) published on 7 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kids Allowed has been amazing for our son. He’s been there since he was 10 months old so he’s been through all the rooms, and is about to finish prep school as he is moving on to school in September. He has always received high standards of care, different activities all the time and constant love and
support from all the staff. The staff are brilliant - motivated and happy and genuinely want to be there for the children and to enjoy their work - turnover has been low while we’ve been there. A lot of people are snobby about bigger nurseries or groups of nurseries, but in our experience, it gives more capability to offer outstanding and varied care. The facilities are brilliant (all rooms with their own outside space), the nursery have tickets for places like Legoland and Knowsley safari parks, and they go on loads of trips, the staff are well trained...we have loved it and would never want anywhere else for our younger son.

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Review from David B (Father of Child) published on 21 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is very well treated and enjoys the nursery so much. They do lots of activities and the kids have lots of attention from the teachers and other personal.


We are also very grateful about the flexibility to change the days booked every week and the option to have extra early and extra late

if necessary. No other nursery does that in the area.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.785)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.785) out of 10 for Kids Planet Christie Fields is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 46 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 46 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 4.846 for Kids Planet Christie Fields is calculated as follows: ( (471 Excellents x 5) + (77 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 552 Ratings = 4.846

  • 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 4.939 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kids Planet Christie Fields is based on 46 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 245 number of registered child places is 49. 46 Positive Reviews ÷ 49 = 0.939

  • 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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Rebecca

Rebecca Unsworth

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Our Nursery Manager Rebecca has over 17 years’ experience working with children and families, in a variety of settings from state schools to private nurseries and SEN schools. Alongside her Early Years Professional status, Rebecca holds a Diploma in Childcare and a BA Hons in Primary Education.


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