Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

1 Astbury Lane Ends, Congleton CW12 3AY
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8.8 51 Reviews
  • Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane, Congleton
Corner House Astbury Lane is part of a group of six nurseries who all share the same vision, educational ethos and approach to working with children and families.

Their team of colleagues support children during their time at the nursery, right from the settling in period.

The nursery's team members are supported through regular team forums, team building events, appraisals, awards and family events and Corner House Astbury Lane encourages a culture of open dialogue and discussion.

The team has a strong understanding of what children need to thrive in their early years and and this understanding underpins all decisions about the running of the nursery.

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Care Provided by Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kate Smithers (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 65
  • 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
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

  • £997 per month / per day rate £52.50

Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane Reviews (51)

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Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.809) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane has 51 reviews.

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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Some of the areas were hard to rate as we aren't familiar enough with procedures/what happens...
The level of care we received as a family especially during the settling period is/was exceptional. The staff genuinely care about our son and take the time to give us detailed accounts of his days and
to check in on all of us. It really feels like the priority is the children, their care and their happiness. My child loves nursery days which makes it so much less sad to spend time at work away from him.

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

Thank you for your lovely review it is a real pleasure to read.


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

Couldn't be happier sending my child in to Corner House Astbury each week. He's really settled in recently and enjoying his time there. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and when his key person tells me about his day, I know they've really been paying attention to him by the things they tell me
he's been doing! Love the picture updates on the app and always get a quick response to any queries. No complaints at all.

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

Thank you for your review it means the world to us. It's a delight to hear how happy you and your family are at Corner House Astbury.


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

The whole team is amazing and can’t do enough.
My kid loves coming to play and is his key worker. They have been great recently at helping with potty training as well, which has been incredibly helpful at home.

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Review from Amy S (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son has recently joined Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane and the team have been great at helping him to settle in. Two staff members in particular have been excellent. We were nervous about weaning and they've really helped with that and made us confident at home too.

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

Thank you Amy for your glowing recommendation, we really appreciate it, from the team at Thrive.


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

Our son started at Astbury in Autumn 2023 (age 11 months) and has settled from day one. All the staff know his name across the nursery (not just in the baby room) and have always been so incredibly welcoming and supportive.
They are now helping him gradually settle into the toddler room and he’s already
completely at ease in there. We receive updates through the nursery app and ideas for weekend activities. I would definitely recommend the nursery - it’s a lovely, clean and super-friendly environment.

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

Wonderful, thank you for your glowing recommendation, the team will be delighted to read it. The team at Thrive.


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Review from Rachael M (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been attending Corner House full-time since she was 6 months old and is now 2.5 years old, and she’ll remain there until she begins school. We were provided with a tour of the nursery when we were looking for a childcare place and were immediately taken by the warm welcome and the setting.
Our daughter met her key worker before she had her settling-in days and we were so well looked after as parents. We felt very comfortable leaving her in the care of the staff at Corner House. We love that our daughter gets excited to go to nursery and will run in with a big smile on her face! She’s treated like a part of a big family and we love getting photos of her activities on the nursery app. I would happily recommend Corner House to anyone looking for a childcare place. It’s truly special.

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

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, the team will be delighted to read it. Thanks again from the team at Thrive.


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

I highly recommend Corner House Astbury, our little boy has been going since he was 8 months old. All of the staff are great, really friendly and helpful. Our little boy is in the baby room currently and two staff members in particular are brilliant, he loves going to nursery and has developed so much
in his time there. They pack so many great activities into a day, always have outdoor time and so many food options. Nursery have tried foods we wouldn’t even think to give to him. We get daily photo updates and it’s lovely to see what he’s been doing. We have so much peace of mind knowing our little boy is being well looked after and having a great time! Everything has been really easy to deal with, from registering, increasing our hours etc. Whenever we’ve had any questions the nursery manager has been really helpful and informative.

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

Thank you Hannah for your lovely glowing review, the team will be delighted to read it. Thanks again, The Thrive team.


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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter loves going to Astbury Lane Nursery, she smiles when she goes and is always smiling when we pick her up too! All of the staff are always friendly, caring and take such an interest in each child's needs and development. Each day is filled with varied, fun and educational activities, which
we love seeing what our little girl has been up to on the app. We are so pleased how settled our daughter is at Astbury and seeing her develop into a confident little girl. We would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am so pleased to hear how happy you are at Astbury Lane.


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Review from James (Father of Child) published on 4 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have two children that attend this nursery, aged 3 and 1 currently. Both of them have loved every stage throughout their journey. The youngest was born during lockdown so when she came to start at age 1, her social exposure had been very limited so going somewhere completely new was very daunting
for her. Despite due to COVID, there being no prospect of going in for some visits to help her settle, she took to it so faultlessly and that was just down to how friendly and accommodating all the staff are. She’s now growing and developing so quickly with the help of all the guys at Astbury Lane Ends.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Astbury Lane. The team work so hard to ensure every child's individual needs are met. I am so pleased to hear how happy you are.


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Review from Ben H (Father of Child) published on 3 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely loves her nursery. She has a brilliant time with a number of the team which is so nice to see. The food they eat is brilliant, the learning and fun activities are also great, she’s loves telling us about her day. All the new staff and management are excellent over the last 12
months and the new plans look brilliant too.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am delighted to hear how happy you are with everything at Astbury Lane.


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Review from Rebecca F (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been attending Astbury Lane Nursery for two and half years now and she loves it. The staff have always been helpful, kind, and caring and I've always felt safe in the knowledge that our little girl is being well looked after and being kept well entertained with all the educational activities
they do. The food is wonderful and imaginative and the activities are well thought out and comprehensive. The recent management there have made a big difference and we have noticed a great atmosphere and improvement to organisation, especially noted through such difficult circumstances since covid.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your review of Astbury Lane and for taking the time to talk through your points with me.
I am so pleased to hear how happy you are at Astbury Lane.


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Review from Adam H (Father of Child) published on 13 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic place to put my daughter in to grow and learn and just have fun and be safe. From day one we knew that it was the right choice. Now that my daughter's journey at Astbury is over and getting ready for the next stage in her life I would just like to thank you all from my heart for the fabulous
experience. Well done, team Astbury.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Astbury Lane. It has been an absolute joy to look after your daughter and we wish you all the best for the future.


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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Astbury Lane go above and beyond to ensure the safety of the children in the current situation. They communicate well and keep you informed. We recently had our son's parents' evening and were given extensive information about how he is managing, examples of this, and areas for development.
We are looking forward to the garden extension as our son loves being outdoors and this will give the children more freedom.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are so excited to show you the extension, once it has been completed.


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Review from Nicola V (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience over the last year with my daughter at Astbury Lane has been nothing short of exceptional. The staff go above and beyond to not only know and make your child comfortable but to know parents too. No ask is too much for them and the activities provided for our little girl have helped her
develop in leaps and bounds.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and for taking the time to complete this for us.


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Review from H K (Mother of Child) published on 7 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started at Astbury Lane Nursery during Covid. We were nervous as she had no experience of being with anyone other than us. We needn't have worried, from day 1 the manager and the team in the baby room have been amazing reassuring us whenever it's been needed and so caring. Every child at
Astbury Lane is loved and cared for. Every staff member knows their name and takes an interest. We are so glad we found Astbury Lane. They are amazing, and I'm so envious of the food.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased you found us too.


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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An outstanding nursery in every sense. The practitioners are like second Mums - so loving and caring and the manager is amazing! It's a true home from home.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful response and for taking the time to talk through your answers with me.
We will miss you all at Astbury Lane and wish you all the best for the future.


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Review from Samantha F (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Astbury Lane Nursery has been amazing. My daughter has learnt so much whilst being supported with empathy, care and passion.
The staff always aim to be attentive. I love the app, I get to see daily what my daughter has participated in.
Facilities need investment. Currently happening.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your review on Astbury Lane and for taking the time to talk through your answers with me. It is greatly appreciated. We will miss you all so much and wish you all the best for the future.


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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Astbury Lane Nursery. My son always enjoys his days there and has developed extremely well in their care. It is a huge weight off my shoulders knowing he is happy and looked after while I have to go to work. Nursery is so important for social skills and developing relationships
with other children. I am always impressed with their meal choices and my son loves the food.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your review on Astbury Lane, it is greatly appreciated.
It is so wonderful to read your lovely comments. Thank you.


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Review from Jemma C (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been attending this nursery for 3 months now and she absolutely loves it. The staff are amazing and do some fantastic activities with the children. The care toward the children really shows! My child has come on leaps and bounds since attending and I love getting updates, pictures
and emails about everything that she does there.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. The team work so hard to ensure every child is kept at the heart of everything that they do.


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Review from Claire K (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We can highly recommend Astbury Lane Nursery. The staff are caring, professional, organised, and always smiling. They plan a wonderful range of educational and fun activities. The menus are varied, interesting, and nutritious. Staff know the children and parents individually and are great at listening
to feedback. We’re really pleased we chose Astbury Lane for our son. Thanks so much to the lovely team there for all their hard work to ensure the children are happy.

Reply from Kate Smithers, Manager at Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. The team work so hard to keep the children at the heart of all that they do and I am delighted that this shines through.


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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.809)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.809) out of 10 for Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 7 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 4.571 for Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane is calculated as follows: ( (52 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.571

  • 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 4.238 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane is based on 7 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 = 3.7

    • 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 65 number of registered child places is 13. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 13 = 0.538

  • 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)

Kate

Kate Smithers

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2016

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
I have over 12 years of experience working within the early year's sector both in New Zealand and the UK and a Degree in Early Childhood Studies. I am the proud Manager of Astbury Lane and love working alongside Lucy ensuring all children, families, and the team feel very much part of the Astbury Lane family. Having been a Nursery Manager for 6 years I am very passionate about ensuring the highest level of care is given to children at all times and making sure the learning environment and adult interactions enable children to enjoy learning.


Rafia

Rafia Khanum

Job Title: Trainee Manager

Joined: 2024

Rafia works closely alongside Kate to manage the smooth operations of the nursery, Rafia is a qualified teacher and has worked in Early years for a number of years.


Frequently Asked Questions about Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane

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

Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane Open?

Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane 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 Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane have capacity for?

Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Corner House Nursery Astbury Lane to the centre of Congleton?

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

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