Heathside Nursery

Heath Road South, Weston, Runcorn WA7 4QR
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Heathside Nursery is located in Weston Village, close to Heath Business and Technical Park.

The nursery features indoor playrooms, providing sensory equipment where children can build, draw, climb and explore. Staff plan activities that build each child's skills and imagination. Every child is valued and encouraged letting their own personalities shine. The team follow the EYFS curriculum.

Heathside has a lovely outdoor area with lots of space to play and learn, it has a lot of wildlife to watch as well as their very own chickens, that the children love to look after.

The nursery has a passion for health and nutrition and was awarded Halton Healthy Early Years Status in recognition of their commitment.

The team looks forward to you coming to have a look round at all that Heathside has to offer.
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Care Provided by Heathside Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Hayley Hughes (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 43
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 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 & Christmas

Heathside Nursery Reviews (51)

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Heathside Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.960) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Heathside Nursery has 51 reviews.

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Review from Marta E (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery, all ladies are very friendly, caring and sooo creative! Children always have fun with millions of different activities. My daughter never have enough of fun with have friends and usually doesn't want to come home when I pick her up which says everything. it's very reassuring for parents
knowing your child loves to be at the nursery so much that usually after all day there still greets you with words "mummy I don't want to go yet, why did you come so early?"
I would highly recommend Heathside Nursery to all parents and carers.
Your children will love it here and you will be pleased how they develop!

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you for you lovely feedback about our setting.


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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When we first brought our daughter to the nursery, we were really worried about the language barrier. She was afraid to go because she didn't know the language and felt insecure. But thanks to the amazing approach of the teachers and their care, the adaptation process was smooth and comfortable. They
supported her every step of the way, helping her settle in and make friends. Now she runs to the nursery with joy, as if it's a celebration, and comes back home every day full of new impressions.


Thank you so much for your kindness, welcoming atmosphere, and professionalism! We are truly happy that we chose this nursery.


Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback about our setting and staff at Heathside


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Review from Isobel N (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Heathside is an amazing nursery! The manager has turned the nursery into such a warm, welcoming environment, the staff members are very passionate, caring individuals who go above and beyond for the children on a daily basis. My little girl is in preschool and has previously gone through the toddler
room, they helped her to adjust, and my daughter always comes home telling me about how the staff make her laugh and smile! The staff have helped my daughter to be herself and embrace it and for that I am grateful. We will be devastated when it's time for my daughter to go to big school,but Heathside will always have a special place in our hearts.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from Katie P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a wonderful experience with this nursery. Our little girl started when she was nearly one and has loved attending here. Over the last 14 months, the girls at the nursery have made returning to work so much easier. It feels very cosy, a family vibe, and they seem to genuinely care for our
little ones. There are lots of fun activities, and she often returns with creations she has made. I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking to start their child somewhere. Thanks for all your hard work.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review at Heathside.


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Review from Danielle F (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't have picked a better nursery for my daughter. She's been there now for two years and will continue on until ready for primary school in September.
The staff are fantastic and friendly, the outdoor space is beautiful. A great range of food is offered throughout the day. Would recommend his
nursery to everyone.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for you lovely kind words about Heathside Nursery and all our staff team.


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't be more pleased with Heathside as a nursery setting for my children! The staff have been amazing from day one, not just with the children but supporting parents too, always ensuring that the children are taking part in age appropriate activities, encouraging them to explore, make friends
and be creative! We were also able to take part in so many events throughout the year like open days, sports days and picnics which was super fun for the children. I've never had any issues with this nursery and honestly I'd recommend to anyone. As a mother with mental health problems, I've never felt more supported by the team, I've never felt judgement or uncomfortable which is also important for parents who are nervous about leaving their children. My daughter is also potentially autistic and her behaviour can sometimes be a little bit challenging, Heathside have always dealt with the situation appropriately, kept me up to date and ensured my daughter was safe; amazing nursery.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you for you lovely feedback about Heathside Nursery.


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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to say I am very highly satisfied with all staff involved with my son since he's started in April. We as a family have felt welcomed and have and still do enjoy coming into nursery. All staff are well mannered and couldn't have picked a better place for him to attend.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from Thomas F (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery itself and all staff are fantastic in all aspects from learning and development to fun and care.
My daughter loves attending the nursery and even with all the fantastic facilities the nursery has, this wouldn't be relevant if the staff aren't incredibly engaging, kind and innovative.
Thank
you so much for taking such good care of my daughter and with such a keen eye for development, she has come along leaps and bounds.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from B T (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl goes to this nursery, the staff here are amazing and have took there time to settle my daughter in. My little girl absolutely loves going to nursery now, couldn't ask for anything more from the staff, they are all amazing.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review about Heathside.


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Review from Jemma F (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been coming here for a few months, every member of staff are kind, considerate and nurturing. Lots of different activities and learning opportunities, as well as healthy hot food! Can't recommend enough

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from Marie M (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one was having trouble transitioning to nursery, he was only 2. The staff really helped him settle in, they made him a book showing his arrival at nursery, from the front door to his class, his lovely teachers and friends and all the activities he will be doing, and it helped him massively
to settle in. They send me a daily report to show me that my little one is ok and I can't thank them enough.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thanks you for your lovely kind words about Heathside and the staff team.


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Review from A O (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are fantastic and helpful with everything needed.
I mainly see 4 staff members in particular, they are all amazing with my daughter and couldn't ask for a better team to be looking after my daughter and she loves being with all of them.
Thank you.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review about Heathside. These kind words means so much to the whole team, and we are so glad that you and your children are so happy coming to Heathside.


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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't imagine sending my child anywhere else. The staff are absolutely incredible and make the experience so easy. My little boy goes 2 days a week and absolutely loves it there. We're hoping to increase his hours in the new year. The app keeps you up to date with all they're doing throughout the
day so you always know what's happened. The staff feel like family.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you for your amazing review about our setting, your kind words means a lot to the whole staff team.


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Review from Natasha D (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is two years old and he started Heathside in September. Since starting, he's come on so well, he's so confident and made loads of friends. He absolutely loves all the staff members, they each have such a lovely bond with him. He truly looks forward to going in each day and me and his dad are
so extremely happy and grateful to all the staff at Heathside. We definitely picked the best nursery for our little boy.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from Nikita H (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started Heathside in October as I was very unhappy with his last nursery. The staff were so welcoming and since he has been there only 2 months, he has grown so much he is so much happier and the staff have been amazing with him as he is a little slow with his speech, he now says more words and
for that alone I can't thank them enough and they encourage him to do and try everything. I could not be any happier.
Thank you so much Heathside.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from Evie S (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy joined Heathside in May 2024. He absolutely loves going to nursery and is thriving. The staff are all absolutely lovely and very obviously care about all of the children within the nursery not just within their individual rooms. Would 100% recommend to anyone and everyone.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started attending Heathside Nursery in January at 6 months. From the moment the transition started, all the staff have been fantastic, ensuring my son is happy and thriving and that my partner and I were settled and reassured leaving him for the first time.
All of the staff at Heathside are
extremely friendly and approachable. The communication is great, informing us of all the different activities my son has engaged in and just general updates. The development my son has achieved so far in his time at Heathside is amazing and the excitement and smile on his face each morning on arrival shows what a great nursery Heathside is.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely comments about Heathside Nursery.


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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended Heathside since September 2020 and he absolutely loves it. The girls are wonderful with the children and they are always busy with engaging and creative activities. They have brilliant outdoor space too. He is in the pre-school room now and as sad as it will be to leave this
year, the pre-school team are doing a great job preparing him for starting school in September!

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Review from L R (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter and son both attend Heathside Nursery and I can't sing their praises highly enough. The dedication the staff show to the children, the engaging activities and focus on all aspects of development is clear to see. My children are always so excited to go, and have developed great relationships
with staff. I feel secure in the knowledge they are being well looked after, and have come on leaps and bounds since attending. Thoroughly recommend this nursery!

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

Thank you for the lovely feedback about our setting, we are glad that both of your children are happy attending Heathside.


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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Heathside since he was 11 months old, last summer and prior to that my daughter attended from 2019-2022.
I was initially attracted to Heathside due to its location and the huge outdoor space.
The staff are friendly, approachable and communicative.
Both of my children have enjoyed
their time at the nursery and my son is excited to go in each morning.

Reply from Hayley Hughes, Manager at Heathside Nursery

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.960)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.960) out of 10 for Heathside Nursery 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.960 for Heathside Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (267 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 276 Ratings = 4.96

  • 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 Heathside Nursery is based on 23 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 43 number of registered child places is 8.6, which has been reached with 23 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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Kelly Jones

Job Title: Room Supervisor

Joined: 2022

My name is Kelly and I am a room leader of the toddler room at Heathside. I have been here since December 2022 but I have previously worked at Heathside Before. I have worked in Early Years for 13 years and I absolutely love my job. One thing I enjoy most is planning exciting activities for the children and watching them learn and develop. Outside of work I enjoy going for walks, anything Disney and lots of trips to Chester Zoo with my partner and three children. I am so excited to further develop my career at Heathside.

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Sancha

Sancha Lamb

Job Title: Room Supervisor

Joined: 2015

Hi my name is Sancha. I started at Heathside Nursery as a college student 8 years ago and have worked my way up to gain my Level three and become a room leader. I love to create lots of fun tuff trays that engage the children and see how they develop and watch them progress.

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Kirsty

Kirsty Pill

Job Title: Room Supervisor

Joined: 2016

My name is Kirsty and I have worked at Heathside for over 5 years. I am the baby room supervisor and I absolutely love settling in the babies into the nursery and starting their journey off in a nurturing environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heathside Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Heathside Nursery accepts?

Heathside Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Heathside Nursery Open?

Heathside Nursery is open: 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.

How many Children does Heathside Nursery have capacity for?

Heathside Nursery has capacity for a total of 43 Children.

How far is Heathside Nursery to the centre of Runcorn?

1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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