Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Unit 8, Hydra Kids, Hydra Business Park, Nether Lane, Ecclesfield, Sheffield S35 9ZX
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9.9 51 Reviews
  • Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery, Sheffield
Welcome to Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery, Co-Founders Nola and Phillip set up this sensational nursery where imagination had no limits back in 2011.

Since then the nursery has expanded to 6 bespoke large rooms. The nursery is all about being the perfect home away from home, where your little one will excel with confidence, gain lifelong friendships and most importantly create happy memories daily.

The founders' goal has always been to create a stimulating, nurturing environment where your little one can grow and explore over their time with Hydra Tots, ultimately preparing them for all the wonderful challenges there are to come! Reach for the stars, there are no limits.

Hydra Tots encourages each child to be who they want to be, as well as how to be a kind, caring friend. The opportunities for your little one here at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery are endless. They are a team of passionate and empowering women who aspire to provide the best education as well as an exciting childhood for each child who attends.

The nursery is passionate about helping children to develop their moral compass and encouraging them to become self-respecting, confident and social individuals. They believe that excellent nursery education helps very young learners to become stimulated and excited by the fun of learning through play, which supports a positive life-long attitude to learning and succeeding.

Hydra Tots believe they can serve their children best through a firm commitment to regular self-assessment, training and research. They believe by investing in their staff and praising, rewarding and incentivising them, they will continue to build a committed, happy and overall effective team.

Family is at the centre of all they do. Mother, Father and Daughter all work alongside each other here at Hydra Tots, the family is extended with its inspiring early years educators who dedicate their time to being the absolute best

Care Provided by Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Nola Jackson-Boot & Philip Boot
  • Person in charge
  • Nola Jackson-Boot, Maddison Jackson-Boot & Rosie Dent (Director/Managers)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 22
  • Total Places for Children
  • 90
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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 & Christmas

Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery Reviews (51)

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Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery has 51 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended Hydra Tots and love it! The staff are brilliant and I have no issues or concerns leaving my children there. The indoor playframe is a great feature as they can still burn off lots of energy even when the weather is bad. Overall great nursery and I highly recommend.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback!! We will continue to strive to be the best!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't thank or recommend this nursery enough, the staff are absolutely amazing at their jobs, caring for my children with the best nurture, support and kindness with an amazing attitude to teaching and getting them ready for school, I specifically would love to state how impressed i am with the pre
school room and their approach to getting children to be so school ready, it's incredible, when my daughter started school she definitely had all the tools to support her journey in school and it's you i have to thank for that, my son is in his last year here and already i feel like he is definitely school ready aswell, i would also love to point out and appreciate all the cultural and diverse lessons your are teaching to make everyone feel so welcome and seen, i would describe this nursery as outstanding and i recommend it to everyone whom is wanting a child to start their nursery journey
Thankyou Hydratots

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your glowing review - it means to much to us!!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't praise Hydratots enough! Both of my children attend here. My son for nearly 3 years and is currently in Pre-School and my daughter since Jan, who has joined one of the baby rooms called the Ladybird room.
My son has special needs and the SEND team are absolutely incredible!! I have been
supported every step of the way and have just been granted an EHCP which I would not have been able to do without a particular member of staff's specialised and expert knowledge.
My son has absolutely thrived since being at Hydratots and every single staff member has been so kind and gentle and adapted to his needs.
My daughter is loving her time at hydra! I never have tears upon leaving her and I'm always greeted with big smiles upon picking her up. Her key worker has made my daughter feel so loved and welcomed and I feel safe and happy leaving her there. You can tell Hydra is family run and concentrates on the well-being of the children. I couldn't have picked a better nursery if I tried!

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words - the team will be delighted to read this!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been going here since she was 18months old and it's been an amazing nursery not only for my child but for us parents too!
She has developed so much over her time spent there and is becoming such a clever and independent child. I was worried when she first started and how she would settle
but every week she really looks forward to going and enjoys telling us what she has been doing at nursery/preschool!
Would like to mention 3 members of staff in particular who my child has bonded with so well and talks about them all the time!
Special mention for one of the staff members and the efforts she put in with my child! To this day she still remembers her listening ears and still classes daisy as her best friend!
Also want to mention how good another member of staff is as she has made my child feel comfortable and safe with her especially when she moved into her new preschool class!
Overall a very good nursery!!!!

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you for your wonderful review! We really appreciate it!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From a last-minute placement request to my child almost graduating this year, nothing has ever been too much trouble!
The nursery goes above and beyond my expectations constantly. They are innovative, caring, with a clean, happy, educational, and fun environment. The staff show genuine care for the
children and the employers really care for their staff. This shows with the limited high turn over resulting in consistency for the children.
The staff are a pleasure to deal with. They learn about each child's individuality and needs.
Management is open to ideas and responsive.
They give great options for children with alternative needs such as dairy intolerance to additional learning needs and finding avenues to support parents.
5 members of staff are a few of the brilliant members of staff who have contributed to my little boy being who he is today. Happy, thriving, and clever. Thank you. I won't forget you or what you have done for my wonderful little boy.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your glowing review! It really means a lot to us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hydra Tots Nursery is amazing with wonderful staff, all my four boys have been to Hydra Tots and they have done so well and learnt everything they should have before starting school as well as making great friendships. I can't recommend this nursery enough
Thank you once again for some great years.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you for your wonderful review! It has been a pleasure to see all your boys attend Hydratots and follow their journey off to school!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't thank all the staff at Hydra Tots can't thank you all enough for the service you've provided for our kids, they've both come on so much over their 2 years with you. No issues at drop off and pick up because they feel so comfortable with you all. We will be bringing our third boy in September as
well. It's been a positive and safe environment for our boys and would recommend anybody who's looking at nurseries to give Hydra Tots a look you'll only choose one place.
Thanks.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every member of staff is very pleasant and friendly. I have complete trust in them to care for my child and help him through his early years of learning and development.
The facilities seem clean and in a suitable state.
I feel that the nursery is a very safe place for my child.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

We really appreciate you taking time to leave your review! Thank you so much!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are all amazing- from the nursery workers to the office staff/ management, everyone really seems to care so much about the children/parents' wellbeing. I am really reassured knowing that my son attends this nursery and would highly recommend it to anyone thinking of sending their child here.
Thanks for all you do.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review! We will continue to strive to offer the best for all of our little Hydratots children and families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is an exceptional and nurturing place for my 2 children. The eldest has grown so much, both emotionally and in her learning experience. The staff are incredibly polite, dedicated, focused and always have the child’s best interests at heart. I recommend Hydratots as a great place for learning.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your review! Your feedback is truly appreciated!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't praise this nursery enough and I am so grateful my little girl goes here (and soon to be my son.) The nursery have been fantastic at settling my little girl in who was nervous at first but they really worked with her at her pace and she loves to go now! I get brilliant handovers, the staff are
great and you can tell everyone that works there truly enjoys what they do! I can't wait for my little boy to start as well.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate your feedback!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been going here since March 2023, it's an amazing place, my little girl had to move from her previous nursery as they were closing and one of the directors showed us around and is so lovely. My little one found it difficult at first but two members of staff were amazing with her and
really can't thank them enough, they have brought her on so much I will be sad when my little one has to leave. It's one big family everyone is great and friendly, make you feel at ease, nothing is a problem they will help in any way they can.

Reply from Nola Jackson-Boot, Nursery Director at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

We greatly appreciate your review and taking time to leave us your feedback! Thank you so much!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I think Hydra Tots is an outstanding nursery that prides themselves in focusing on each individual child’s needs. The staff are very welcoming and informative regarding what kind of day my child has had and what he has been up to etc. They have also helped my child develop in ways that I didn’t think
were even possible, he is so comfortable and happy here. I am so glad that we chose Hydra Tots. I can’t thank them enough, I have and will always recommend this nursery to others. It’s a lovely, happy and clean nursery.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking time to share your experience!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I just wanted to take the time to highlight how exceptional this nursery is! My daughter has been going to Hydra Tots for around 8 months now and immediately noted the positive, caring, and fun environment the staff have created. The attention to detail is second to none and my daughter’s development
during her time here has exceeded my expectations - I couldn’t recommend this nursery more!
Thank you, Hydra Tots.

Reply from Rosie Dent, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! Your kind words mean so much!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has supported my son in settling in beautifully. The staff are kind and caring and have been very good at updating me on how is he during the day. They will always take my calls should I need reassurance while at work and I can see my son is so happy and cared for there. The management went
above and beyond to ensure the timings and days for my son's care suited my work schedule and I was so grateful for that! It would be great to see the updates through an app so we can see picture updates throughout the day but that really is a small suggestion for what is a brilliant nursery! Thank you for all you do and what you provide!

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We will continue to keep providing you and your son with the absolute best experience.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Without doubt the best nursery in the area. From the very beginning, our little boy settled in straight away and has enjoyed his time at Hydra Tots.
Amazing staff who go above and beyond on a daily basis.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, it means the world!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hydra Tots are caring, compassionate and the most wonderful practitioners to look after my little one. The handovers at the end of the day are high quality, informative and warm. My little boy is happy, safe and learning at a very fast speed, his progress since being at Hydra Tots has been phenomenal.
Rooms are well-resourced and reflect the interests of the children, and are regularly updated. The soft play on the ground floor is such an asset, my little boy loves going there daily and has developed his gross motor skills through exploration.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your amazing feedback.
We are so proud of our team and will continue to provide outstanding care and early education!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since moving my little girl to Hydra Tots in June, I haven't had anything but great experiences with this nursery. Right from the moment we went for a visit, I knew that this was the right setting for her. The girls who work at the nursery are all welcoming, caring, and go above and beyond to meet
the needs of the children. My little one has truly flourished while being at Hydra Tots. I couldn't recommend a nursery more. Thank you for everything you have done this year, you are all amazing!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hydra Tots have really surpassed my nursery expectations. They definitely go above and beyond to make the children’s time there magical as well as educational.
A good example would be the festive period where there is so much going on for the little ones including meeting Santa and his (real!) reindeer.
The staff are always happy and easy to talk to and give great feedback at each handover too.
I particularly like the set up of the nursery with wonderful displays and lots of things to spark interest and imagination, not to mention the fact they have their own indoor soft play area.
Thank you Hydra Tots.

Reply from Maddison Jackson-Boot, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! This means the world to everyone here within the Hydra Team!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend the staff and nursery enough! I was so nervous in the beginning of letting go and I was crying when dropping off, meanwhile, my son was off having the best time of his life! Going back to work has been challenging for me but I never have to worry about him because I know he's having
the best day with his friends and is in the best care. As the nursery is family run, they truly understand different circumstances and situations and the support they've provided to not just my son but myself also has been amazing, the staff are all absolute angels and I sincerely can't thank them enough! They've gone out of their way to provide support and advice to me and it's made such a huge difference. The rooms and activities are all exciting and encouraging and my son has come on leaps and bounds since he started. I especially love the pictures and paintings he comes home with. Thank you so much for everything you'll never know how much it means to us!

Reply from Rosie Dent, Nursery Manager at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your amazing, kind words! It means so much to us as a family run business, we try our upmost to recognise how we can support families as much as possible! We appreciate your feedback so much!


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Hydra Tots Private 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.899 for Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (211 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.899

  • 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 Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery is based on 19 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 19 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 (1)

Nola

Nola Jackson-Boot

Job Title: Director

Joined: 2011

Hi My name is Nola and I am one of the Directors here at Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery.


I have over 15 years experience qualified in childcare, I started my journey working with children within a school setting and I did this for just over 3 years.


I then set up my own business in childminding for 2 years.


Myself and my husband then set up this sensational nursery back in 2011 where the building was designed and developed giving us our bespoke 6000sq ft purpose built building where imagination has no limits. We found the ideal plot to purpose build and off we went. We now have a luxury, modern setting for our 96 children a day to learn, play and explore all day long.


"Welcome to Hydratots Private Day Nursery."


Family is at the centre of all we do, myself and my Husband are directors here and on site, along with our daughter Maddison who is one of the managers we all work alongside each other here at Hydra Tots.


Our family is extended with our inspiring Early Years Educators who dedicate their time to being the absolute best they can be.


Since its original development the nursery has expanded to 6 bespoke large rooms with a large spacious indoor play area and a bespoke built indoor play centre all for our nursery children to explore.


From 2011 to present we have had Ofsted out to visit us on 3 occasions. Each of their visits we were awarded Ofsted OUTSTANDING status which we are incredibly proud of. we also hold Lux Life parent & baby award for Childcare Centre of the Year 2020 South Yorkshire, and came runners up for Best Independent Nursery with NMT awards.


Our nursery is all about being the perfect home away from home, where your little ones will excel with confidence, gain lifelong friendships and most importantly create happy memories daily. Our goal has always been to create a stimulating, nurturing environment where your little ones can grow and explore over their time with us, ultimately preparing them for all the wonderful challenges there are to come!


Frequently Asked Questions about Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery accepts?

Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery Open?

Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery 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 Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery have capacity for?

Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 90 Children.

How far is Hydra Tots Private Day Nursery to the centre of Sheffield?

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