Thornton Lodge Day Nursery

1st Safari Day Nurseries Ltd, James Street, Thornton, Bradford BD13 3NR
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9.9 157 Reviews
  • Thornton Lodge Day Nursery, Bradford
Thornton Lodge Day Nursery is situated in scenic surroundings and part of a pleasant village environment, where children can enjoy learning in extensive indoor and outdoor play facilities.

The facility supports healthy eating alongside sound education and has been awarded a five-star kitchen rating.

A great deal of expertise and care has gone into creating a stimulating and child-centred environment, with a blend of child-led and adult-led activities. All staff are carefully vetted and there are CCTV and electronic entry systems in place.

The nursery was inspected by Ofsted on 13/02/2024 and was graded Good across all areas.

Care Provided by Thornton Lodge Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Gareth Rider-Smith (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 10
  • Total Places for Children
  • 71
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays only

Funding & Fees Guide for Thornton Lodge Day Nursery

  • Sessions: 8am to 1pm & 1pm to 6pm are charged at £38/session.
    8am to 6pm is charged at £66/session.
    Early starts can be arranged from 7:30am, please call to discuss your requirements.


  • Free Hours/Places for children 2-4 years (Subject to criteria), we also offer a Before and After School Care to Local Primary School and Holiday Club in School Holidays.
    Please contact us for the latest prices.
    We have a number of Sessions available to meet/match our parent's requirements.
    We do not charge for Bank Holidays or any defined days that we are closed (Normally around Christmas).


  • Parking
  • Unfortunately Thornton Lodge doesn't have any car parking facilities on site, however all Visitors and Parents can use King Edward Road to park above the nursery, to ensure free access up and down James Street in peak times, parking outside the nursery on the main road is available, but advise the use of King Edwards Road.


Thornton Lodge Day Nursery Reviews (157)

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Thornton Lodge Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Thornton Lodge Day Nursery has 157 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery. The manager is amazing. My son has developed brilliantly in his care. He loves it and I'm happy with his care.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started nursery in April 2016. Since then my son enjoys coming and has learnt so much so far from his time at Thornton Lodge. I am really pleased I picked the nursery and I am really pleased that my son is having fun and enjoying himself.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would recommend Thornton Lodge unreservedly. My two daughters have been at Thornton Lodge for over 4 years and I can honestly say that at times I don't know what I would have done without them.


The staff are always kind and caring towards my girls and go above and beyond for them. I go to work

in the knowledge that they are safe and are being well looked after.


The manager is at the heart of the nursery and is always on call to answer any query and offer advice. He is always professional and is dedicated to the children in his care. He is someone who has offered so much support and kindness over the years and we cannot thank him enough for everything he has done for our little girls.


If you're looking for a nursery that is well- run, with kind, caring and professional staff; a supportive, well resourced environment, then I would most definitely recommend Thornton Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff, very friendly. My daughter loves everybody. Very efficient clean and professional. Over all 10/10.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing place for kids, all staff are fab.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Have always found all the staff very friendly and approachable. My son has enjoyed his time here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Thornton Lodge since 2 months old, she is now 4 years old. Fantastic staff and overall a fantastic place to be. Understanding and welcoming in all aspects. The children could do with more activities for outside but at the moment my daughter is happy and that is what's important.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a really good experience at the nursery since starting in October 2015. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. When we are aware of what he has eaten, the meals do seem to be very good. My son is always happy when we pick him up from nursery. All the staff are approachable if I do
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am pleased with Thornton Lodge as they have helped my children come along the best they can.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I think my daughter has developed on loads of things since she started nursery. Her talking and understanding has improved. My daughter has a problem with sharing and playing with other children, now she is brilliant. Since starting the nursery she now eats a whole new range of food which she wouldn't
even try before. She now knows her alphabet, numbers and various others.
I especially want to thank the nursery nurse, as I feel my daughter wouldn't be where she is now without her continued support. Thank you Thornton Lodge my baby has now formed into a grown girl.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nursery is really helpful towards my little boy, the staff are always pleasant and my little one is loving it and coming on a lot with his talking.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has come on so much since starting Thornton Lodge Day Nursery. All the teachers are friendly and helpful. My sons sicills have all improved, fantastic and I'm very pleased.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everything is fantastic. My son loves coming.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child started in January and I find the entire school environment absolutely fantastic.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff are always welcoming and engaging with my child. They always discuss events relating to my child, as well as being friendly and approachable. My child loves coming to nursery and enjoys the facilities especially the outdoor play.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience has been very positive.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care. All friendly staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter really enjoys coming to nursery she has learnt so much as has become more confident. She constantly speaks about nursery staff and the friends she has gained. I find all the staff are always motivated and focused on the children and are very helpful and understanding towards "home life"
situation. I would highly recommend this nursery to other parents and my other child will be attending.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery, all 3 of my children have attended. Recommend to all my friends. Lovely staff, very professional. Lots of space for the children to engage with each other. Child supported when needed. All 3 of my children have loved been apart of a great nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am happy with the service that Thornton Lodge Day Nursery provides, I believe they offer and provide the best service. There facilities and outdoor area's for the children are well kept, maintained and clean. They serve the children a variety of different meals and snacks.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.908)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10 for Thornton Lodge Day Nursery 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 31 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 31 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 4.908 for Thornton Lodge Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (337 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 370 Ratings = 4.908

  • 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 Thornton Lodge Day Nursery is based on 31 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 71 number of registered child places is 14.2, which has been reached with 31 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 (10)

Gareth

Gareth Rider-Smith

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2010

Qualifications:


Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies 2012

QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid 2021

Lead Practitioner Safeguarding Training 2023


Additional Roles:


SENCO


Safeguarding Lead Practitioner


Named First Aider


Health and Safety Officer


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Nafeesa Hussain

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2023

Qualifications


NCFE Level 3 Cache Diploma for Early Years Workforce ( Early Educator)
ICT Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid - April 2022
Food Hygiene Level 2


Additional Training
ICT Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid - April 2022
Food Hygiene Level 2
Safeguarding Children


Additional Information
Room Leader 3-5 Room


Jesicca

Jesicca Osins

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2020

Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Children's Learning and Development
QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid


Additional Training
Safeguarding Children


Additional Information
Baby Room Practitioner


Sarah

Sarah Brooks

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2017

Qualifications


Cache Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education 2009


Additional Roles


Baby Room Practitioner


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Katelan Hempsey

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2022

Qualifications


Early Years Educator Level 2 in Children's Learning and Development (EYE)
Food Hygiene Level 2


Additional Information
Toddler Room Practitioner


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Layla Cordingley

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Qualifications


NCFE Cache Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)


Additional Training
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Food Hygiene Level 2


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Debra Theaker

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2018

Qualifications


NVA Level 3 Nursery Nursing
Cache Level 3 Diploma in Home Based Childcare


Additional Roles


Toddler Room Practitioner


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Malaika Phillips

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Qualifications


NCFE Cache Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)
Food Hygiene Level 2
QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) - February 2023


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Maryam Mehmood

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Qualifications
PGCE Education QTS
BA Hons Working with Children and Young People and Families
BTEC Level 3 in Children's Play, Learning and Development (EYE)
Additional Training
Safeguarding Children
Additional Information
Pre-School Practitioner


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Caroline Cantrill

Job Title: Nursery Cook

Joined: 2023

Qualifications


Level 3 Food Hygiene