Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

4 William Jessop Way, Princes Dock, Liverpool L3 1DL
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9.9 88 Reviews
  • Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock, Liverpool
Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock is an all-inclusive nursery offering a state-of-the-art interior for early years learning, with well-equipped outdoor play and staff who are passionately committed to a child's well-being and key early years learning goals.

Holyrood Nursery is located in the Princes Dock development next door to a high-end hotel, neighbouring many prime businesses, luxury apartments and the new cruise liner facility. An ideal location for the drop-off and collection of children.

Purposely-designed to provide an exciting and fun learning atmosphere from birth to five years of age, the nursery takes on board any specific concerns parents have and are open to additional services that might benefit their customers.

The children at Princes Dock have regular access to the nursery soft play centre, which aids physical development and is suitable for children of all ages to enjoy.

The nursery offers a wide range of discounts including Emergency Services staff discount, further information available on request.

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Care Provided by Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rebecca Moore (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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
  • Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

  • Contact us to learn more about our competitive fee structure. Funded spaces available.
  • Parking

  • There is plenty of car-parking available around the nursery.


Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock Reviews (88)

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Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.904) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock has 88 reviews.

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

My son is a baby too attached to me and his dad. He was in another nursery before for 4 months and we were not very comfortable with his care. Since he started at Holyrood, I felt nothing but confidence growing everyday. The drop offs are still a struggle, but he soon settles and enjoys his whole day.
The way I'm constantly updated on his day puts me at ease. I can see that he is happy and loved and well looked after. He loves his food and I can see how much he loves the food there. I'm very happy with our decision of moving him. All staff are great but specially two members of staff who he is more attached too, every single person you can see they love what they do and kids feels safe and happy there. Can't recommend enough. He

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We understand how difficult it can be to find the right nursery, especially when your Baby is very attached to you and his dad. It's wonderful to hear that since joining Holyrood, you've felt growing confidence in his care. Drop-offs can take time, but we're so pleased to know that he settles in and enjoys his day. Keeping parents updated is so important to us, and we're glad it helps put your mind at ease. It's also fantastic to hear how much he loves his food-mealtimes are such a big part of the day! We truly appreciate your kind words about our team, especially those who have built a special bond with your son. Thank you for trusting us with his care-we're so happy to have him as part of the Holyrood family!


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Review from Charlotte D (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has settled really well into Holyrood nursery. The staff are all so lovely and nurturing and they have made my little girls experience here so far so memorable. I was very worried about my little girl transitioning from each room as she grew older but the staff are brilliant! They are
very attentive and observant and they make it very smooth and easy for the parent and the child. Having a clingy baby I was naturally worried about leaving her anywhere but it feels more like a family in Holyrood and the staff genuinely care for the welfare of the children. Surroundings are also very clean! The children are clearly all very well looked after.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your super review and how lovely that you think of the nursery as a family, really great to hear, thanks again from all of us at Thrive Childcare and Education.


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Review from M D (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy is well looked after. Nappies changed regularly, nose wiped regularly, when asked cream applied to rashes. He is taken to the garden regularly and they put a cover on his clothes, so his clothes don't get muddy. He is well fed, seems to eat everything. Lovely chef cooks meals for them
and pops in to the room to see babies. Place is clean and tidy.
Nursery has spare clothes so if your baby doesn't have spares to change into, they will find him something so he doesn't stay in wet socks and clothes. This is my first baby so I have a lot of expectations and worries, but the staff are brilliant. The staff members always welcome babies with open arms, they seem genuinely happy to see them in the morning. Staff from other rooms know my boys name and say hello from the distance when they see us. Also the Manager is great, very accommodating and nothing seems to be too much trouble. Parents app is working well. Generally great place!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your review and for going into so much detail, it will no doubt really help other families in their nursery search looking for genuine parent reviews. Thanks again from all of us at Thrive.


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Review from Mohamed A (Father of Child) published on 7 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This so far has been the best nursery I have ever seen.
They are looking after our daughter with excellence and we feel our daughter is safe with them.
They go above and beyond everyday to make her day exciting and come up everyday with new activities to keep her entertained. She loves to go to nursery
now which was a big thing in the past with previous nurseries. The manager is brilliant and will accommodate parents requests as much as she can. The staff members who look after our daughter are amazing people and you can see how they love her.
Absolutely recommended.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you so much for your glowing review, from all of us at Thrive.


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

My son has settled in really well to the nursery. He is in the baby room and absolutely loves going in every day, seeing the staff and his friends. He loves going outside into the garden and he often has more than one portion of food at mealtimes. I love that there's an app for parents so that we can
stay updated with how our child is doing that day and what activities they have been doing. I'm really glad we chose Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock because he's just really happy here.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your lovely review from all of us here at Thrive childcare and education and particularly the team at Princes Dock!


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

Thank you and the team for the support you have provided during our recent transition, including our daughter joining the nursery. The leadership of the nursery management and the kindness and dedication of the whole team have been immensely reassuring, and we are grateful for the warm environment you've
created, which has made a big difference in helping her settle in.

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Review from T E (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I enrolled my two little ones at Holyrood for a month, and they were exceptionally well cared for. My older daughter returned home each day excited and delighted with the activities she participated in. My young son enjoyed exploring the babies' room, which was filled with toys resembling household
items such as kitchen dishes, electrical buttons, and switches. He especially loved the water toys. I was very impressed with the thoughtful and engaging environment at Holyrood.
Thank you.

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Review from H R (Father of Child) published on 12 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommended! This place is completely set for every stage and great for developing plenty of skill for my little one. Plus the staff is super friendly and very kind. This place also provides Halal food which is absolutely amazing. Overall, 5 stars from me.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you ever so much for your glowing review from all at Thrive childcare.


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Review from S K (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I recommend this nursery a lot for many reasons:
First, the staff is very friendly, experienced and very helpful.
Second, they helped me overcome many challenges related to familiarising my little daughter with going to the nursery by giving me practical tips.
l remember, specifically, the manager
who supported my child during her transition from the baby's section to the toddler's section.
Last, a special thank you to all my child's teachers.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you kindly for your lovely review, the team are delighted to read it, thanks again from all at Thrive.


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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm so grateful to find a place at Holyrood Nursery.
Overall all the staff have treated us so well. The staff is friendly and professional, and the place is always tidy and neat. Especially, three staff members in particular. They have been taking care of my little boy since he was 4 months old.
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have seen how awake my baby is now and how he seems happy when they are around.
Personally, I fully recommend the nursery.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your wonderful review the team are always delighted to read them, thank you from all at Thrive.


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Review from M B (Father of Child) published on 3 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter previously attended a nursery before joining Holyrood. We were anxious about how she would get on however due to the calming welcoming presence of the staff she settled so quickly. From the moments captured on the app, I know she is having the best time and that we made the best choice.
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nursery is so inviting from the management team as you walk into the nursery to staff walking by. When viewing the nursery all staff acknowledged my daughter as well as myself, taking time to say hello back to her. I'm excited to see how my daughter develops as she progresses through each room. I know she is in safe hands and will be prepared for her next chapter when it comes to it.

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Review from Elle B (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter's (11 months) first day at Holyrood today and I feel so happy knowing she is in such good hands. I was so nervous to start her in a nursery this young, however, we had a wonderful experience for our settle-in sessions so today wasn't a worry at all! I am so excited about this journey, watching
my little girl grow with the help of the two staff members in the baby room!
Plus, the app is brilliant so I can see what she is doing throughout the day!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you ever so much for your lovely review from all at Thrive.


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Review from Natasha B (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has one session a week, and she absolutely loves it! She has a disability, and the team couldn't have done more to accommodate her needs. All the team in the baby room are fantastic, really friendly and welcoming. Notable mention to one member of staff who has been brilliant in getting
our little girl motivated and is so dedicated to helping her. The food is fabulous; I think we've yet to have an unfinished meal! All in all, I can't recommend Holyrood highly enough.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your glowing review; it is a pleasure for the team to read, from all at Thrive.


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Review from Y E (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is absolutely happy to go to her nursery and in love with her teachers; they are all amazing. She talks at home, all the time, about her teachers and friends from nursery.
There are many activities for children and always something new that makes my daughter happy.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your glowing review; it is a pleasure for the team to read, from all at Thrive.


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Review from Sophie E (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Holyrood Nursery really is a home away from home for my little one! He absolutely loves it and has the biggest smile on his face when we drop him off. We get pictures and updates via the app throughout the day too so we always know what he’s been up to! The staff are incredible, it really is like a
big family. I couldn’t imagine my boy anywhere else!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you on behalf of the team for your lovely review, it is a pleasure to read how happy you are with the nursery, thanks again from the Team at Thrive.


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Review from Kelly H (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been with Holyrood since he was 12 months old and has now progressed to the preschool room. We’ve had support throughout his whole journey and worked closely alongside the team. They’ve been encouraging and reliable with our family unit. Would recommend it.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your wonderful review, we are delighted to hear you would recommend us to a friend and that you have had great support through your nursery journey. The Thrive team.


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Review from Peter D (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant nursery.
Our little boy started with Holyrood almost two years ago and it’s been an absolute pleasure to watch him grow.
Every single member of the team seems to thoroughly enjoy their job and wants to ensure every kid has the best possible experience.
We have such a happy,
outgoing, sociable little boy and we wholeheartedly believe that the team at Holyrood have a massive part to play in that.
Every time I pick him up, the team seem genuinely excited to fill me in on his day and it’s so refreshing to see people who are so engaged in their workplace.
I just want to say a massive thank you for helping shape the lovely little boy our son is becoming. You guys do a brilliant job!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

What lovely words, your review is our pleasure to read, thank you for taking the time to write it the team appreciate it hugely, thanks again The Thrive team.


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Review from Tanya M (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Holyrood Nursery have been nothing but brilliant for our 2-year-old. She has been with the nursery since she was 9 months old and has gone from the baby room to the toddler room. The staff are always on hand to help and answer questions and our little girl has developed some lovely bonds with the staff.
I would recommend Holyrood Princess Dock to anyone looking to start their children in a nursery and are worried as I cannot fault them.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

Thank you for your glowing review of our nursery, the team will be delighted to read it. Thank you, The Thrive team.


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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here at Princes Dock in April 2023 when she was 9 months old. After a previous not-so-great experience in a different nursery, I was very nervous about trying somewhere new but, after reading great reviews and a lovely show around with the baby room leader I felt comfortable and
relaxed from the get-go. The initial visit to the nursery was lovely, we completed an all about me where I was able to explain everything the room needed to know about my daughter, this also, made me feel at ease. My daughter follows a baby-led weaning diet and the nursery and chef were very accommodating with this ensuring all her meals were prepared to my expectations.
My daughter has been going to Holyrood Nursery Prince Dock now for 3 months and she is absolutely loving it, She has amazing bonds with all the staff and she gets so excited when we walk to her nursery. I am so pleased with the care my child is receiving from Princes Dock and wouldn't choose anywhere else from her!

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Review from NOUF F (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter went to Holyrood Nursery. Best decision. It provided an exceptional environment for her growth and development. The staff were amazing. They were nurturing, patient, and attentive to her needs. It was evident that they genuinely cared. Their dedication made us feel she was in good hands.
We received updates on her daily activities and progress via an app. She was exposed to a variety of stimulating activities that aid to develop her cognitive, social, and creative skills. We were impressed with the range of educational materials. Outdoor play was an important aspect of her time. The spacious and safe area provided her with ample opportunities for exercise and exploration. The nursery was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with age-appropriate toys and learning materials. My daughter always looked forward to her time at the nursery, and we felt comfortable leaving her in such a welcoming and safe environment. They provided nutritional meals and snacks throughout the day.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.904)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.904) out of 10 for Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock 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 21 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 4.904 for Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock is calculated as follows: ( (233 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 251 Ratings = 4.904

  • 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 Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock 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 100 number of registered child places is 20, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock

What is the Age Range of Children that Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock accepts?

Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock Open?

Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock 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 Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock have capacity for?

Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Holyrood Nursery Princes Dock to the centre of Liverpool?

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

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