'I was determined that every child’s experience was the best it could be' - Blackpool nursery's top award
‘It highlights nurseries that consistently deliver high standards of care and education’
A Blackpool nursery school is one of the Top 20 nurseries in the whole of the North West.
Families and carers who choose Kids Planet Bluebell Lodge in South Shore were so praising of the setting through daynurseries.co.uk website, that it scooped one of the top awards out of 1,779 other nurseries.
The award is based entirely on feedback from families and carers whose children attend the setting. It highlights nurseries that consistently deliver high standards of care and education.
Nicole McEwan, Nursery Manager of Kids Planet Bluebell Lodge, South Shore, said: Having been promoted to Bluebell Lodge Manager whilst on maternity leave, I was determined to ensure that every child’s experience at the nursery was the best it could possibly be.
"A key focus for me has been reconnecting Bluebell Lodge with the local community.
"I have achieved this by organising a variety of enriching opportunities, including visits from emergency services, weekly planting sessions with volunteers at the Solaris Centre, regular visits to residents at Thornlea Care Home, and sessions where volunteer librarians come in to read stories to the children.
"In addition, I have hosted numerous stay-and-play sessions, enabling parents and carers to engage with their children’s learning and share experiences within the nursery environment. I believe the positive reviews we have received over the past 18 months reflect the meaningful impact these community experiences have had.
"I am incredibly proud to have received this award and would like to extend my sincere thanks to all our parents and carers for taking the time to share their feedback and support us.”
Amanda Hopkins, Reviews Manager at daynurseries.co.uk, said:“We would like to congratulate Kids Planet Bluebell Lodge in South Shore on being rated by parents as one of the top nurseries in North West England. It is a fantastic achievement to be valued so highly by the families and carers of children attending the setting.
“This award represents valuable recognition from parents and carers that the nursery provides an excellent standard of care in a nurturing environment. High-quality early years education plays a vital role in supporting children’s development and fostering a lifelong love of learning.
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“We hope these awards provide helpful guidance for parents so they can choose the right nursery for their child.”
Across the UK, there are more than 15,000 nurseries employing over 400,000 people, supporting around one million children aged from three months to five years.
Thhe website, which lists all registered nurseries in the UK, is a valuable resource for parents choosing childcare. It features verified reviews from families alongside detailed information on facilities, fees, and services to help parents and guardians choose a nursery.
Nurseries were assessed across a wide range of criteria, including overall standard, facilities and outdoor space, learning and development, resources and equipment, care and activities, staff, food and nutrition, management, cleanliness, safeguarding, and value for money.