Kids Planet Southfield

1 Sandersons Terrace, Cramlington NE23 6XD
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9.8 63 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Southfield, Cramlington
Kids Planet Southfield was established in 2004 in Cramlington, and has since become well known for the quality of childcare it provides from its warm, homely setting. The nursery puts the needs of the children first, and provides an environment where each child is able to flourish and develop, preparing them for joining primary school for reception.

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Care Provided by Kids Planet Southfield

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lizzie Dickson (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 60
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Kids Planet Southfield

  • 0-3 Years £66.85 per day
    3-5 Years £62.10 per day

  • 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.
  • Parking

  • Please use the Bay Horse car park, situated right next to the nursery


Kids Planet Southfield Reviews (63)

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9.8

Kids Planet Southfield has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.807) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids Planet Southfield has 63 reviews.

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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kids Planet was my first choice for my little girl's nursery and I couldn't be happier with it. The staff are wonderful and I know she's in safe hands. She's learning so much and she absolutely loves it. Would highly recommend!

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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enrolled my little boy, when he was 18 months after having a negative experience at a previous nursery.


The settling in experience was fantastic, he had 3 settling in sessions, one with me, one where he was picked up before lunch time and one where he stayed for his lunch. He loved it from the

first minute, the staff were so kind, asked what he liked to do and immediately got him things out to suit his interests.


He has been in all the rooms
Each time he's moved rooms, I have been introduced to his new key worker who has made me feel that his needs will be looked after and cared for. All the staff are approachable and I wouldn't hesitate getting in touch with anyone if we had any problems.


It has been so lovely to see a particular staff member in the kitchen receiving a 5 out of 5 in his food hygiene rating, the food always smells lovely, and my little boy always eats it all. It's reassuring to know that he's getting healthy balanced meals, prepared in a clean kitchen


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Review from Beth R (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Southfield nursery has been amazing for my little girl who has been there just over a year now. From starting here at 9 months old the staff here have been amazing with her, the reassurance and communication I get to know she is ok throughout the day is great. My little girl absolutely loves it here,
her development and confidence have came on so much since starting here and that is honestly down to the amazing staff and the genuine care they have for my daughter. She has made the best relationships with the staff here, even the staff who have never worked with my daughter always stop to speak to her and make so much effort. Couldn't recommend this nursery enough.

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Review from Pauline P (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, excellent facilities, and outstanding staff!
The girls really make the nursery what it is. My grandchild loves going to nursery and loves the staff in his room. Activities are varied and suit the development of my grandchild.
The nursery chef is also amazing. My grandchild can
be a very picky eater, but the chef always remembers this and will have an alternative on standby ready for him.
In short, would I recommend this nursery to other families? Absolutely, yes!

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

My daughter has gone to this nursery since she was 6 months old and she's now just over 2 years old. I can't recommend Southfields enough. The staff are amazing and my daughter absolutely loves them and the nursery. She runs through the door every morning. I feel so comfortable leaving her, knowing
she really enjoys her day at the nursery and has lots of fun.

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

Southfield has been an amazing nursery for our little boy. He first joined at 9 months old and is now 18 months old, and he has loved every moment of his experience so far. I feel like the staff has really taken the time to get to know him, and it's so nice that they notice the little things that many
other people wouldn't notice (like him being more cuddly when he's starting to come down with something). He is so happy to go in on a morning, and it's so nice to see the updates on the app throughout my work day.
We've had such a good experience I've recommended them to friends and family!

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Review from Bethany P (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been coming to Kids Planet Southfield for almost 18 months now and I couldn't rate it more highly. I absolutely love the nursery's focus on providing healthy meals and snacks for the children. The staff's welcoming and caring attitude makes me feel at ease every time I drop him off.
My little boy is constantly talking about the nursery, the staff, his friends, and the activities they have done and it's clear how happy he feels in their care.

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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so lovely and care about my child. Activities are great and love it when they do special themed days. Kept up to date via an app which is great.
Really reliable and has lovely clean facilities.

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Review from Loren P (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves attending Kids Planet Nursery in Southfield! The girls he interacts with are amazing, I am kept up to date throughout the day on how he is doing which is very reassuring for me as a first-time mum.

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Review from P G (Father of Child) published on 22 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Southfield is an amazing nursery, my daughter has loved every minute of being there. The staff are amazing my daughter was sometimes a bit unsettled going into nursery but the staff would always approach her with a happy face and always seemed to make her laugh and give her the cuddles she wanted. The
nursery rooms are well organised and the outdoor space is big. I have nothing but good things to say about this place, would 100% recommend it to other parents. Couldn't be more grateful. As a working parent, I always felt so comfortable leaving my daughter knowing she would be looked after so well. Highly recommend.

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Review from Claire H (Grandmother of Child) published on 22 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter has been going to this nursery for the last year and absolutely loves it. They have really helped her not only academically but with important things like sharing and how to meet new friends. She gets excited to be there which is brilliant and makes dropping her off a lot easier. They
also kept us all informed with pictures and updates on what she was doing. Would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Review from Katie J (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl started going to this nursery when she had just turned 2. Our daughter had never been away from us and was a very reserved little girl. We were so nervous about her starting nursery but it was the best decision we ever made. The settling-in process was adapted to suit the needs of our
daughter and we were able to attend settling-in sessions with her to ensure she felt comfortable before we left her. She was supported very well by her key worker and the staff in her room. Her confidence has grown massively in the 6 months she has been going to nursery here, she is like a completely different little girl. She is so excited each morning to go to nursery and runs in happily without looking back. She has built a lovely bond with all of the staff and enjoys every minute of her time at nursery. We are so pleased with the nursery that we have now applied for our son to start in April and we can't wait for them to both be going here! We would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Sam S (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love this nursery and have no concerns at all when I drop my son off. He is stimulated throughout the day with a variety of activities and the staff are brilliant. He often comes home talking about what he's done with staff and his friends and really enjoys his day. He started as a fresh 1-year-old
in baby and moved through the rooms without issue. The menu is amazing and the nursery caters for allergies as well which is a great bonus. They also do stay and plays at key times of the year which is great. I would definitely recommend this nursery as it's really put my mind at ease and I know my son's in the best hands.

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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one has been attending Kids Planet Southfield since January 2023 when she was 11 months old. We have had an amazing experience with all members of staff; our little one loves coming in every day and we feel confident that her needs are well met whilst we are busy with our days. Initially
she did struggle to settle in, as to be expected, but staff were mindful of this and did everything they could to make nursery life as similar as possible to home life (naps, food, milk etc.). Staff have been accommodating right the way through as she has transitioned to new rooms - with clear transition plans in place, staff building up great relationships and clearly caring about each child. The children spend lots of time outside and our little one loves telling us about her trips away from nursery (to the park, or getting the bus back from the shops). She is encouraged to make new friends, build on her current skills, and she grows in confidence every day.

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Review from D L (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

My son had been going here since the nursery was part of another group. Staff worked really hard to work out his allergies. We had some issues but the manager worked with us on this.
When Kids Planet took over everything went downhill rapidly. Management was very poor and it was always the room staff
who were blamed. At one point the manager administered the wrong medication and made a member of room staff call to apologise, even though it wasn't her fault.
In the summer some staff just leave the children in the garden with, what appears to be, no kind of organised stimulation which would often result in my son and others getting frustrated with one another and hitting out.
Complete disregard for Disability Discrimination Act around known medical conditions. The manager is completely unaware of what was going on in the rooms, including lack of supervision/intimate care.
It's a shame as lots of the staff are just wonderful, they don't seem to be treated well either.

Reply from Kelly E, Area Manager at Kids Planet Southfield

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We genuinely value all feedback, as it helps us grow and improve. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience didn't fully meet your expectations. Throughout your time with us, we worked to address any concerns raised, aiming to provide the best care and support possible. We appreciate the close collaboration we had with you during your time here, and we are sorry that we weren't able to reach a resolution that felt fully satisfactory. Our commitment to providing a nurturing and positive environment for all children and families remains our highest priority. We wish you and your family all the best in your new setting.


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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have been attending Kids Planet Southfield since September 2022 with my eldest going straight into pre-school and my youngest working his way up from the baby room. Throughout this time my children have grown so much in confidence and have developed strong bonds with both the staff
who work there and the other children. All the staff are so friendly and welcoming that it feels like a little family there. I am so happy that I chose this nursery for both of my children and I know that my daughter will miss going there every week once she leaves to start school in September.

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Review from Jess P (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I found Kids Planet Southfield after visiting what felt like every nursery in the area, and upon my first visit, I knew it was the nursery I wanted my son to go to. The facility and layout are just perfect for little people exploring the world.
The staff are an absolute credit. Like most parents,
I really struggled with leaving my son but the staff at Kids Planet Southfield, especially the staff in the baby room, reassured me every step of the way. They didn't make me feel silly or overprotective, they just got it.
As for my son, he loves it! He loves all the different activities, sensory play and meal times! The highlights of my day are the photo updates that I received on the app. It's amazing seeing that he's having so much fun and is safe. After just a short time, my son has built strong bonds with his Baby room staff and his development is just amazing. Something new every day!
Kids Planet Southfield is 5-star!

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Review from Victoria G (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Kids Planet Soutfiled for one and a half years, he started as a baby, progressed to Tots and has just started in Toddlers. The care he receives from the friendly team is amazing; they are attentive and caring. The setting is lovely and I feel it is very safe and secure. Every member
of staff that you pass on your way in and out welcomes my son into the nursery. He has grown in confidence and has gained so much independence. This nursery sticks to the routine agreed for my son, especially when he was a baby with regards to naps and feeding. This ensured a smooth transition from home to nursery environment. My son takes part in many creative activities, story time and outdoor play. Activities are both fun and educational e.g. learning colours or numbers through play and songs.
I love the updates on the app, and knowing what fun things he has been doing as well as seeing the good variety of food he has during his day. The menu and variety here are really good.

Reply from Madelane Weaver, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Southfield

Thank you so much for your lovely words. I will pass these on to the staff


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Review from Kelly J (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. All the staff are so lovely and friendly and excellent at their job. My son has settled very quickly there and I trust that he is well looked after as the care they provide is second to none. My child has come on leaps and bounds after only attending a short while!

Reply from Amanda Peacock, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Southfield

Thank you for the kind words Kelly. I will pass this on to the staff.


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Review from Lauren H (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My baby daughter has been going to Kids Planet Southfield since June. She has always came home full of smiles, and updates on the app are regular. I can tell the girls who work there all love my daughter and treat her with respect. I feel that my daughter is in a safe and secure building as security
on the gates and doors are always maintained! Staff are always giving me great advice when asked. They always try to stick to routine and when I mention we are trying things at home they always ensure to do it at nursery also. The activities I have seen via the app that they do throughout the day are always adventurous and creative! My daughter has a milk allergy and they always ensure they follow her dietary needs. Whenever I have any queries, I always email the enquiries email and I get a fast response. I always would recommend Kids Planet Southfield! I couldn’t thank the team enough!

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.807)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.807) out of 10 for Kids Planet Southfield 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.807 for Kids Planet Southfield is calculated as follows: ( (246 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (10 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.807

  • 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 Kids Planet Southfield is based on 21 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 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 21 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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Lizzie

Lizzie Dickson

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

I joined Kids Planet Southfield in January 2024 as a Nursery Manager. I have over 24 years of experience working within the Early Years sector, I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education.


Along with my dedicated team, our aim at KP Southfield is to provide a happy and caring environment, giving respectful care to each child. To create a warm, secure setting where a child feels loved and enabled to develop confidence and independence within him/herself.


Outside of nursery, I love nothing more than spending time with my own little girl.


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Madelane Weaver

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2018

I have worked in the Early Years Sector for over 16 years, I have been at KP Southfield for 6 years and thoroughly enjoy my time here.


I have a BA Hons in Children and Young People, I am the nursery SENCO - completing my Level 3 last year. I also hold a level 3 in Beach School Leader.


Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Southfield

What is the Age Range of Children that Kids Planet Southfield accepts?

Kids Planet Southfield accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Southfield Open?

Kids Planet Southfield is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Kids Planet Southfield have capacity for?

Kids Planet Southfield has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Southfield to the centre of Cramlington?

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

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