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Grainger Drive, Apley, Telford, TF1 6UL
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14 March 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are second to none, supporting my children with their learning, exploring, confidence and encouraging independence. Both of my children are always happy and cared for exceptionally. I am constantly impressed with the innovative thinking and ideas for activities, home learning bags, parent support and outdoors activities. In my experience the staff have been incredibly supportive with the needs of my children from prescribed medicine administration, dummy management, toilet training and discussions of toddler fears. I love seeing the relationships my kids have with their key workers and how comfortable and safe they are playing and making friends. My eldest is in rising 3's and has come on leaps and bounds with his phonics, counting and imaginary play and loves the staff. A wonderful environment for children and the staff are always smiling. Absolutely recommend. Fantastic management team who always listen and try to help!
03 March 2025
The nursery have been great with my daughter since the beginning. They've enhanced her development and learning by offering new experiences, catering to her dietary requirements and keeping her safe. I know leaving her with the girls in the nursery that she's going to be safe, happy and learning at her own rate.
03 March 2025
Our son has attended three times a week for just over two years. He is always happy to come to nursery, and I am confident that he is well cared for. The staff are kind, warm and gentle, and they really care about him. We've just had our parent's evening, and the feedback was wonderful. He's developed in all of his key areas, and we know that his confidence and character have been shaped and nurtured here. I highly recommend this nursery.
27 February 2025
My little boy has been coming here since December 2023 and it's been the best place for him, for a first time Mum, leaving your baby is so hard but the staff in each room have been amazing. His confidence has grown and I love to see what he's been up to on the app. He is thriving and loves to be outdoors which I know is a big part of Kids Planet Apley. The management is also great and happy to help with anything.
27 February 2025
My daughter absolutely loves attending Kids Planet Apley nursery. The staff are incredibly caring, patient and dedicated to her development. the environment is warm, safe and full of engaging activities that encourage learning and creativity. I have seen such positive growth in her confidence and social skills since she started, especially in communication as English language is not our first language. The communication with parents is fantastic, and I always feel informed about her progress. Overall, we are having really positive experience with the nursery and I would definitely recommend it for other parents.
27 February 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are brilliant and so supportive. My son has been attending for nearly 2 years now and it has been amazing to watch him progress physically and verbally which I think is down to the care and effort shown by the staff. Nursery has had a positive impact on my son in terms of his development and confidence and we consistently receive regular updates on his progress. It is so difficult for a working mom to feel comfortable leaving your children however they make it so much easier by creating such a safe and happy environment.
10 February 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are not only incredible kind and welcoming. They strive for our children's greatness and learning. My son has come out of his shell an immense amount since being apart of Kids Planet Apley. I wouldn't send my kids anywhere else. The manager is incredible with a great amount of patience and decorum.
26 September 2024
My son has been part of the nursery now for 3 years: when he first started I was so anxious, he was a covid baby and just didn't seem to want to interact with others. I cannot speak more highly about this nursery, from the first day to now, they have always put the needs of my child first. He has a variety of activities to participate in, made some friends with his peers and staff and is so excited to attend everyday. The food has been excellent and varied too and if I have concerns his keyworker listens and provides support. As a teacher, I am so happy I sent my son here and will be doing the same for my newborn. The nursery is a friendly, caring environment and staff are exceptional in every aspect. Thank you for providing my son with some of the best years here and for putting an anxious mother at ease.
09 September 2024
My little boy has been there for a few months now and I cannot believe how much he has come on! The bond he has created with the girls in the room is so lovely to see. He absolutely loves going to nursery & loves all the activities they plan for each day! My favourite is the updates on the app & how you can keep in contact with your little one throughout the day to make sure they are okay.
29 August 2024
My son started with Kids Planet Apley in May. He has a few additional needs, and the team have been absolutely brilliant with him. I was very nervous about leaving my son but they put my mind at ease every drop off. If he's upset they calm him down quickly and always call me to reassure me that he's now happy. They set our activities that they know he will join in with. The girls always cater to his needs and he learns new things every session! The SENCO of the nursery is absolutely amazing. She and the girls combined have done assessments on my son and sent off relevant documents to the professionals involved in his development. They put together an EIP for him within 2 weeks of him starting. The bond that my son has with the girls is fantastic and gets stronger every session. They let him come to them and don't crowd him or make him feel overwhelmed. I know that he is safe and loved in their care. They go above and beyond for my son and for that, we are truly grateful!
28 August 2024
Caring and supportive staff who put your child's needs and development at the core of their interest. Regular updates are provided throughout the day to include both educational and wellbeing elements. Most importantly my daughter loves it and runs in daily.
28 August 2024
Lovely nursery, very caring staff. We feel extremely fortunate to have found this nursery. Our son has struggled to settle in our nursery but here he has been happy from the beginning. I would definitely recommend it!
27 August 2024
My daughter has been attending Kids Planet Apley since December 2023. Since the minute she started her physical, mental and verbal progress has been astounding. The staff are wonderful and so caring towards my daughter and I look forward to picking her up at the end of the day and having a chat about the day she's had. The manager and assistant manager of the nursery are very friendly and helpful and I'm confident that they even have lovely interactions with my daughter and care about her as an individual. I'm always really pleased with how much time my daughter spends outside and the varied activities that take place throughout the day. The breakfast can be repetitive with just cereal offered however I'm always impressed by the lunchtime meals and my daughter actually eats far better at nursery than she does at home! Overall I highly recommend Kids Planet Apley as value for money, caring staff and supporting children's development. In future I'd like to see a sensory room as another nursery in the group has.
27 August 2024
I've got good experience with Kids Planet. My boy is being taken care of. I was initially worried he's not going to adapt easily with the nursery, but they made him feel at home. Again, it's nice to get constant updates about your kid. I would recommend Apley Kids Planet to anyone.
21 August 2024
My daughter has been going to Apley Kids Planet since she was 8 months and she loves it. She doesn't look back when I drop her off and she's always so excited when we pull up in the car park. The staff have made me feel so at ease leaving my daughter with them and they provide so much for her! Thank you all!
14 August 2024
My daughter has been attending Kids Planet Apley since January and I could not be happier with the progress she has made! She is so happy here and the staff go above and beyond to ensure children are provided with stimulating and engaging activities, she is given nurture and the independence to take risks and try new things! She is thriving and that is down to the hard work of all the staff!
09 August 2024
All staff are friendly, welcoming and provide high quality learning, care and support for our child. They address physical and emotional needs promptly and attentively, supporting their development and adapting to the children's interests. The provide a safe and secure environment and put the children's safety and wellbeing first.
08 August 2024
Kids went to nursery previously and were happy, settled and working towards their milestones such as walking, talking and discovering their own independence incredible. Kids did leave for a period and to compare the ability of staff and level of care between Kids Planet Apley and the other nursery they attended - Apley are hands down better and since returning both kids are thriving.
08 August 2024
My son started Nursery here in September 2023 at 7 months old, all the staff have been so lovely and caring even under all the pressure they went through during new management changes but have made it through to the other side. They do not get enough credit! They always communicate well and my son settled right in, transitioning up rooms went so smoothly too. I intend for my next child to also attend here.
13 December 2023
We have sent our son to this nursery for some time now and have always been impressed by the family feel and the incredible staff. Unfortunately, since Kids Planet took over the nursery this year, there have been a number of changes. The family feel has diminished, there has been significant turnover of office staff and the communication is nowhere near as good as it used to be. Changes are being imposed on parents, including increasing 'full year' attendance from 51 weeks to 52 weeks. I suspect the majority of parents will not be sending their children to nursery between Christmas and New Year, so to have to pay an additional week's worth of full fees (when there will no doubt be reduced staffing) is extremely disappointing. We have also received notification of a 20% fee increase for 2024, despite there presumably being significant economies of scale from being part of a large group. It is not surprising to read that the group announced a £3.6 million annual profit last year...
Latest Reviews for Kids Planet Apley
14 March 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are second to none, supporting my children with their learning, exploring, confidence and encouraging independence. Both of my children are always happy and cared for exceptionally. I am constantly impressed with the innovative thinking and ideas for activities, home learning bags, parent support and outdoors activities. In my experience the staff have been incredibly supportive with the needs of my children from prescribed medicine administration, dummy management, toilet training and discussions of toddler fears. I love seeing the relationships my kids have with their key workers and how comfortable and safe they are playing and making friends. My eldest is in rising 3's and has come on leaps and bounds with his phonics, counting and imaginary play and loves the staff. A wonderful environment for children and the staff are always smiling. Absolutely recommend. Fantastic management team who always listen and try to help!
03 March 2025
The nursery have been great with my daughter since the beginning. They've enhanced her development and learning by offering new experiences, catering to her dietary requirements and keeping her safe. I know leaving her with the girls in the nursery that she's going to be safe, happy and learning at her own rate.
03 March 2025
Our son has attended three times a week for just over two years. He is always happy to come to nursery, and I am confident that he is well cared for. The staff are kind, warm and gentle, and they really care about him. We've just had our parent's evening, and the feedback was wonderful. He's developed in all of his key areas, and we know that his confidence and character have been shaped and nurtured here. I highly recommend this nursery.
27 February 2025
My little boy has been coming here since December 2023 and it's been the best place for him, for a first time Mum, leaving your baby is so hard but the staff in each room have been amazing. His confidence has grown and I love to see what he's been up to on the app. He is thriving and loves to be outdoors which I know is a big part of Kids Planet Apley. The management is also great and happy to help with anything.
27 February 2025
My daughter absolutely loves attending Kids Planet Apley nursery. The staff are incredibly caring, patient and dedicated to her development. the environment is warm, safe and full of engaging activities that encourage learning and creativity. I have seen such positive growth in her confidence and social skills since she started, especially in communication as English language is not our first language. The communication with parents is fantastic, and I always feel informed about her progress. Overall, we are having really positive experience with the nursery and I would definitely recommend it for other parents.
27 February 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are brilliant and so supportive. My son has been attending for nearly 2 years now and it has been amazing to watch him progress physically and verbally which I think is down to the care and effort shown by the staff. Nursery has had a positive impact on my son in terms of his development and confidence and we consistently receive regular updates on his progress. It is so difficult for a working mom to feel comfortable leaving your children however they make it so much easier by creating such a safe and happy environment.
10 February 2025
The staff at Kids Planet Apley are not only incredible kind and welcoming. They strive for our children's greatness and learning. My son has come out of his shell an immense amount since being apart of Kids Planet Apley. I wouldn't send my kids anywhere else. The manager is incredible with a great amount of patience and decorum.
26 September 2024
My son has been part of the nursery now for 3 years: when he first started I was so anxious, he was a covid baby and just didn't seem to want to interact with others. I cannot speak more highly about this nursery, from the first day to now, they have always put the needs of my child first. He has a variety of activities to participate in, made some friends with his peers and staff and is so excited to attend everyday. The food has been excellent and varied too and if I have concerns his keyworker listens and provides support. As a teacher, I am so happy I sent my son here and will be doing the same for my newborn. The nursery is a friendly, caring environment and staff are exceptional in every aspect. Thank you for providing my son with some of the best years here and for putting an anxious mother at ease.
09 September 2024
My little boy has been there for a few months now and I cannot believe how much he has come on! The bond he has created with the girls in the room is so lovely to see. He absolutely loves going to nursery & loves all the activities they plan for each day! My favourite is the updates on the app & how you can keep in contact with your little one throughout the day to make sure they are okay.
29 August 2024
My son started with Kids Planet Apley in May. He has a few additional needs, and the team have been absolutely brilliant with him. I was very nervous about leaving my son but they put my mind at ease every drop off. If he's upset they calm him down quickly and always call me to reassure me that he's now happy. They set our activities that they know he will join in with. The girls always cater to his needs and he learns new things every session! The SENCO of the nursery is absolutely amazing. She and the girls combined have done assessments on my son and sent off relevant documents to the professionals involved in his development. They put together an EIP for him within 2 weeks of him starting. The bond that my son has with the girls is fantastic and gets stronger every session. They let him come to them and don't crowd him or make him feel overwhelmed. I know that he is safe and loved in their care. They go above and beyond for my son and for that, we are truly grateful!
28 August 2024
Caring and supportive staff who put your child's needs and development at the core of their interest. Regular updates are provided throughout the day to include both educational and wellbeing elements. Most importantly my daughter loves it and runs in daily.
28 August 2024
Lovely nursery, very caring staff. We feel extremely fortunate to have found this nursery. Our son has struggled to settle in our nursery but here he has been happy from the beginning. I would definitely recommend it!
27 August 2024
My daughter has been attending Kids Planet Apley since December 2023. Since the minute she started her physical, mental and verbal progress has been astounding. The staff are wonderful and so caring towards my daughter and I look forward to picking her up at the end of the day and having a chat about the day she's had. The manager and assistant manager of the nursery are very friendly and helpful and I'm confident that they even have lovely interactions with my daughter and care about her as an individual. I'm always really pleased with how much time my daughter spends outside and the varied activities that take place throughout the day. The breakfast can be repetitive with just cereal offered however I'm always impressed by the lunchtime meals and my daughter actually eats far better at nursery than she does at home! Overall I highly recommend Kids Planet Apley as value for money, caring staff and supporting children's development. In future I'd like to see a sensory room as another nursery in the group has.
27 August 2024
I've got good experience with Kids Planet. My boy is being taken care of. I was initially worried he's not going to adapt easily with the nursery, but they made him feel at home. Again, it's nice to get constant updates about your kid. I would recommend Apley Kids Planet to anyone.
21 August 2024
My daughter has been going to Apley Kids Planet since she was 8 months and she loves it. She doesn't look back when I drop her off and she's always so excited when we pull up in the car park. The staff have made me feel so at ease leaving my daughter with them and they provide so much for her! Thank you all!
14 August 2024
My daughter has been attending Kids Planet Apley since January and I could not be happier with the progress she has made! She is so happy here and the staff go above and beyond to ensure children are provided with stimulating and engaging activities, she is given nurture and the independence to take risks and try new things! She is thriving and that is down to the hard work of all the staff!
09 August 2024
All staff are friendly, welcoming and provide high quality learning, care and support for our child. They address physical and emotional needs promptly and attentively, supporting their development and adapting to the children's interests. The provide a safe and secure environment and put the children's safety and wellbeing first.
08 August 2024
Kids went to nursery previously and were happy, settled and working towards their milestones such as walking, talking and discovering their own independence incredible. Kids did leave for a period and to compare the ability of staff and level of care between Kids Planet Apley and the other nursery they attended - Apley are hands down better and since returning both kids are thriving.
08 August 2024
My son started Nursery here in September 2023 at 7 months old, all the staff have been so lovely and caring even under all the pressure they went through during new management changes but have made it through to the other side. They do not get enough credit! They always communicate well and my son settled right in, transitioning up rooms went so smoothly too. I intend for my next child to also attend here.
13 December 2023
We have sent our son to this nursery for some time now and have always been impressed by the family feel and the incredible staff. Unfortunately, since Kids Planet took over the nursery this year, there have been a number of changes. The family feel has diminished, there has been significant turnover of office staff and the communication is nowhere near as good as it used to be. Changes are being imposed on parents, including increasing 'full year' attendance from 51 weeks to 52 weeks. I suspect the majority of parents will not be sending their children to nursery between Christmas and New Year, so to have to pay an additional week's worth of full fees (when there will no doubt be reduced staffing) is extremely disappointing. We have also received notification of a 20% fee increase for 2024, despite there presumably being significant economies of scale from being part of a large group. It is not surprising to read that the group announced a £3.6 million annual profit last year...