Corner House Nursery Poplars

197 Dunkirk Lane, Leyland PR26 7SN
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  • Corner House Nursery Poplars, Leyland
The primary aim at Corner House Poplars is to ensure the happiness, well-being and overall development of the children at the nursery.

With an inclusive environment, each child's individual needs are recognised and met, and they can feel safe, nurtured and encouraged to develop their full potential.

Following a recent extension and full refurbishment, the nursery is now open for 0-5 year olds.

With a fresh, modern interior, wonderful outdoor areas and an amazing staff team who have a range of qualifications and a wealth of experience, Corner House Poplars has everything to offer.

Extra-curricular activities are offered at no extra cost for the children who attend the relevant sessions:

- Drama by the petite acting academy
- Music & Movement by Musical Mischief
- Ball skills by Preston North End
- Physical Activity and team building skills with Activate with Andy

Corner House Poplars is a wonderful place for children to begin their journey, preparing for life.

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Care Provided by Corner House Nursery Poplars

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sam Wilson (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 68
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
  • Parking

  • Plenty of Parent/Visitor parking on site.


Corner House Nursery Poplars Reviews (85)

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Corner House Nursery Poplars has a Review Score of 10 (9.968) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Corner House Nursery Poplars has 85 reviews.

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Review from Beth M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is truly the best nursery in the area. The manager and the team have always gone above and beyond for my two girls (5) & (1) who attended this nursery from 8 months 7 months respectfully. There's always doubt when sending your little one into nursery for the first time but it really didn't take
long for them to settle in. Even with the eldest now in school they always ask about her.
What I like most about poplars is the activities that they do, especially in the older groups. Weekly they have classes including drama, football, activate with outside provider to name a few, where external people come in to teach the kids.
There's also plenty of visits to the local park, even for the babies.
Keep up the good work & thank you x

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with Poplars! It's wonderful to hear that both of your daughters have felt so at home with us from such a young age. We know how daunting it can be to send little ones to nursery for the first time, so we're delighted that they settled in quickly and that our team has been able to support your family.We love providing a wide range of activities for the children, and it's great to hear that you appreciate the extra classes and outdoor adventures-we believe these experiences are so valuable for their development and enjoyment!It's also heart warming to know that our team continues to ask about your eldest-it's always special to see children grow, and we love staying connected. Thank you for your support and encouragement.


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Review from Elizabeth W (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is the best nursery I've been in I looked around a few and this one stood out from the rest. All the ladies where so welcoming and friendly, and the rooms all felt so clean. They always keep you updated on everything from how your child is getting on threw out the day to what they have work towards
that week. Everyone is so approachable and nothing is a problem. My little boy settle so quickly here and is always so excited to see what activities and crafts they will be doing. I like how there is something new every week for the children to learn or get involved in activity wise. My little boy has come on so much since starting here. I'm so glad we choose this place we feel so at ease leaving our little boy here, can't thank them enough for all the effort and hard work they put in. I always recommend the nursery as I feel confident that every parent would love the nursery. Brilliant place can't fault anything such lovely place for your child to go.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your glowing recommendation of our nursery, we really appreciate your valuable feedback.


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Review from Samantha R (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was really anxious about sending my son to nursery when returning to work. The staff in the Bluebirds room went above and beyond to make sure he had consistency to help him settle. They sent daily updates explaining how he was and what he was up to, showing they really understood how hard it can be.
For that, I am forever grateful to them and for their continued care. He loves not only his key worker, but the other staff too.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your kind review of our nursery, we really appreciate your valuable feedback and are so happy your son is settled and secure.


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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The girls at the nursery are like family to me i will miss them all so much when my daughter starts school, my daughter gets poorly fast one second she's fine the next she's not the girls no what to do without hesitation the love they have for the kids you can see it there's no guessing if they care
or not, as for the parents side of things they always ask how you are and how's life going if you need to rant off they always listen I will be forever grateful for what they do for me and my daughter

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your glowing recommendation of our nursery, we really appreciate your valuable feedback and the personal touch the nursery offers.


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Review from K A (Father of Child) published on 20 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two children attend Corner House Nursery, I have no words to describe how happy we are. All the staff are very professional but also incredibly empathetic. My children simply love all the ladies, you can feel the family atmosphere, amazing. I recommend it to all parents and their children.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your recommendation, the team at the nursery will be delighted to hear your kind words. A family atmosphere is exactly what we wish to create so it's fab to hear that you feel that.


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Review from Vanessa A (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so glad we found Corner House Nursery Poplars. After going back to work, I was worried sending my child to nursery but Corner House Nursery Poplars has made it so easy for myself and my husband.
All staff have been amazing and so supportive. The nursery is very clean, so many activities for
all the kids. They always try to send some updates to let you know how your child is doing. My daughter has come out of her shell so much since starting nursery. It is a great nursery and I would recommend this nursery any day to anyone.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your recommendation it means the world to us, also very glad to hear you mention about the cleanliness of the nursery, this is extremely important and particularly for parents looking for high quality childcare, its an important consideration when choosing a nursery. Thank you again from all of us at Thrive childcare and education.


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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Corner House Nursery Poplars since he was 1 years old and I can honestly say it's an amazing nursery. All teachers care for him so well and he enjoys going. I love that they try and do as much as possible with them - always a range of activities to choose from and beautiful set ups
every day - and I do believe it's helped him with his confidence and social skills. They've particularly supported my son (and parents) with toilet training, which we've all found very difficult - but their amazing support has really paid off. The outside space is beautiful and there's unbelievable amounts of choice for all children. Both my daughter and son have attended this nursery over the past 8 years, and it's by far the best around.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your wonderful review, it truly is invaluable for parents seeking quality childcare, its especially great to hear how you have worked collaboratively with the team to support your son with potty training, it absolutely is a team effort! Thank you again from all at Thrive childcare and education.


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

My daughter started in the Bumblebees room in September when I returned to work full time. Staff are caring and considerate, they provided updates every day for the first couple of weeks, showing a genuine understanding of how difficult it is to leave your baby on return to work. Her key worker is amazing
and my daughter loves her to bits. She is excited to see her every day on drop off and it is such a relief to know that she is so well cared for and that she enjoys going so much. I can't imagine finding it so easy to be able to trust any other group of people so quickly with my child.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

We are extremely grateful for your glowing review. Thank you from all at Thrive childcare and Education.


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

This nursery go above and beyond with my daughter. They always include her and keep me up to date with anything and everything for her. They help her capabilities and strive for her to go further in every task she does.
I'm so glad that Corner House Nursery Poplars have been such a large part of her
childhood that she'll always remember.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your lovely review from all at Thrive childcare.


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Review from S H (Father of Child) published on 3 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Corner House Nursery Poplars is a fantastic nursery. The staff are fantastic and keep you informed of everything your child has been up to everyday. My child settled very quickly and is very happy. As the parent, I am very happy with my child's safety, security and development at Poplars.

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Review from Katie D (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Poplars is such a lovely setting with modern facilities for the children, but above that the staff are so friendly and caring. My little one loves going to nursery, and we love taking him knowing he has a fun day ahead of him.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your lovely review, from all at Thrive childcare.


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Review from Jennifer P (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't rave about Poplars more! All staff is lovely, such a gorgeous setting with easy access for kids to go outside every day no matter the weather. Every day is well structured for the kids with proper learning focuses which I love.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your lovely review, the team appreciates your feedback, and thank you again from all at Thrive.


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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy started in the Bumblebees room this March. It took him a while to settle in but he now skips into nursery quite happily. Can't thank the team enough for making sure he's settled. Great nursery!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your lovely review, the team appreciates your feedback, and thank you again from all at Thrive.


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Review from C G (Father of Child) published on 23 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves to go to nursery he goes and comes back with a smile on his face. Nursery is very professional, informative, and fun. The app is great for information. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Great nursery.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your review, it is a pleasure for the team to hear your positive words, thanks again from all at Thrive.


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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 23 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can highly recommend Corner House Nursery Poplars. My daughter has attended for a few months and the staff have really taken time with her to help her settle in. They are very caring and welcoming and ensure they follow the interests of the children. Having the app is great as I’m able to communicate
with the staff easily and see what fun activities the children have been doing.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your review, it is a pleasure for the team to hear your positive words, thanks again from all at Thrive.


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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has experienced each room from Bumblebees, Bluebirds to Butterflies. Staff have always been very attentive, welcoming and great with communication. They always seem so happy and have lovely relationships with the children. The facilities are great, the activities are fantastic and my little
one loves going which has always made leaving her that little bit easier. I always recommend this nursery to others. Well done Poplars.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for your wonderful review, the team will be delighted to read your kind words, The Thrive team.


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Review from Lauren F (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves it here! The staff are so nurturing and fulfil my daughter’s needs. My eldest went here also, I would highly recommend Corner House Nursery Poplars, they have various activities through the week also. The management are approachable and I find using the app really useful
to stay in touch with staff and to see what my child has been doing. Thank you very much everyone!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review. All the best, the Thrive team.


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Review from Jo W (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff are exceptionally caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the well-being of the children. Their dedication shines through, creating a warm and supportive environment. My little boy is thriving at the nursery and the positive atmosphere, coupled with engaging activities like football
classes and outdoor play, seems to be contributing to his happiness.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you so much for your wonderful words; we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review. All the best, the Thrive team.


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Review from Natalie I (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is so happy at this nursery. The staff are wonderful and really engage with the children. I like the focus on activities and learning. It has been lovely to watch my daughter develop in such a supportive and nurturing environment.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review. All the best, the Thrive team.


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Review from Katie F (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t be happier with our experience so far at Corner House Nursery Poplars! We started back in June and our daughter’s key worker completely put us at ease and we knew she’d be in safe hands! We get regular and honest updates about how her day has been and advice on what we can do at home to
support her development. We genuinely feel all the staff in her room really care about our daughter and are always so kind and caring. Communication is brilliant and someone, including the nursery manager, will always get back to us quickly about any queries we have.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Corner House Nursery Poplars

Thank you for such a glorious review and for taking the time to mention the responsiveness of the team as this is extremely important as a parent. The team are truly grateful for your feedback.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.968)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.968) out of 10 for Corner House Nursery Poplars 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.968 for Corner House Nursery Poplars is calculated as follows: ( (336 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 347 Ratings = 4.968

  • 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 Corner House Nursery Poplars is based on 29 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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6, which has been reached with 29 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)

Sam

Sam Wilson

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2017

Sam is passionate about providing the best quality care and education for the children in the nursery and is very proud of her 10-day nursery score!


Sandra

Sandra Clayton

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2019

Sandra supports Sam in the smooth running of the nursery.


Frequently Asked Questions about Corner House Nursery Poplars

What is the Age Range of Children that Corner House Nursery Poplars accepts?

Corner House Nursery Poplars accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Corner House Nursery Poplars Open?

Corner House Nursery Poplars is open: Monday 07:45-18:00, Tuesday 07:45-18:00, Wednesday 07:45-18:00, Thursday 07:45-18:00, Friday 07:45-18:00.

How many Children does Corner House Nursery Poplars have capacity for?

Corner House Nursery Poplars has capacity for a total of 68 Children.

How far is Corner House Nursery Poplars to the centre of Leyland?

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

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