Kids Planet Southridge

Cranleigh Place, Whitley Bay NE25 9UD
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9.9 24 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Southridge, Whitley Bay
Kids Planet Southridge has a team of caring, qualified staff who help children thrive.

The nursery uses early years philosophies including Montessori, Piaget, Reggio Emilia and Vygotsky.

Children are given the chance to make choices about the activities they would like to take part in.

Staff plan activities based on their developing knowledge of each child in their care.

Each child's individual efforts are always celebrated with others, developing their confidence and self esteem.

Care Provided by Kids Planet Southridge

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Katie Wilkinson & Danielle Watts (Nursery Managers)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 13
  • Total Places for Children
  • 112
  • Age Range
    • from 2 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 2 weeks at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Kids Planet Southridge

  • 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.


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Kids Planet Southridge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids Planet Southridge has 24 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Kids Planet Southridge playgroup and Wraparound since he was two and has very much enjoyed his time with them.
There are members have staff that have been with him from the early days and the feeling that he is happy and content in their care definitely filters through. He talks
very fondly of the staff in particular who is the setting manager. If I have any concerns the manager has always been able to address them quickly and comfortably. Their communication is excellent.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After moving our 3-year-old daughter from another private nursery to wrap-around we have realised how much better an experience nursery can be for our daughter. She has excelled since joining and looks forward to going into nursery each day. All of the staff knew our daughter, her preferences and challenges
within a few days and all questions and information is noted and acted upon quickly. Children appear always supported and treated fairly. The team also set clear boundaries and expectations as to behaviour and values from the children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter first attended another nursery and transitioned to the wraparound and Children's Choice Southridge. She has come on leaps and bounds and loves all of the staff. They complete many activities, making each day exciting. Definitely recommend!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with the care our children have received at Children's Choice Southridge Day Nursery over the past three years. The staff are wonderful and show genuine care and interest in every child.
The staff at playgroup provide children with a warm, welcoming start to their learning journey.
Both of our boys have benefited from the brilliant start they got with the playgroup team and, as parents, we always felt supported too.
Wraparound is a fantastic next step, they work very closely with school which ensured that our child was well prepared for the next step to nursery.
Our children have enjoyed all of the facilities and activities available to them, particularly the outdoor space. Both of our children made great progress at wraparound, particularly in their social skills. Both have made lovely friendships. The manager and the staff couldn't be more helpful and caring, our children love them. Parents are always made to feel part of the community too.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.940)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10 for Kids Planet Southridge 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 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.940 for Kids Planet Southridge is calculated as follows: ( (266 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 283 Ratings = 4.94

  • 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 Southridge is based on 24 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 112 number of registered child places is 22.4, which has been reached with 24 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 (2)

Katie

Katie Wilkinson

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2016

I am one of the managers at Kids Planet Southridge, working Tuesday to Friday.


I have worked in childcare since 2012. I have an Early Years Teacher Status, along with a degree in children and young persons. I am first aid trained and safeguarding trained, supporting my role as designated safeguarding lead.


I chose a career in childcare because it is very rewarding helping children develop and learn new things.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, going on adventures such as camping, paddle boarding and heading to national trust locations.


My commitments to our nursery, children and families are:


1. To create a strong trusting bond with your child.


2. To help you with any queries you may have.


3. To provide encouragement to develop and learn new skills.


Danielle

Danielle Watts

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2018

I am one of the managers at Kids Planet Southridge, working Mondays and Tuesdays.


About me:
I have worked in childcare since 2008. I have a BTEC Level 3 childcare qualification in Children's Care, Learning and Development. I have many extra training and qualifications including first aid, SEND and safeguarding qualifications.


I chose a career in childcare because I love to see children grow through their early years of life and express themself through play. I love watching the children here at Southridge grow and develop through the years with us from nursery to our after school club.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and going on family adventures in our caravan with my three daughters. My favourite place to go is up the Northumberland coast.


My commitments to our nursery, children and families are:


1. To create a strong trusting bond with your child.


2. To help you with any queries you may have.


3. To provide encouragement to develop and learn new skills.