# Kids Planet High Bank

Kids Planet High Bank is a full-day nursery at High Bank Farm, Cleasby Road, Stapleton, Darlington, DL2 2QE, in Stapleton, North Yorkshire. It is registered for 140 children. Its Ofsted report card (January 2026) grades inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard; safeguarding standards met. It has a Google rating of 4.0 from 4 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kids-planet-high-bank-2748079  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: High Bank Farm, Cleasby Road, Stapleton, Darlington, DL2 2QE
- Registered places: 140
- Phone: 01325 365885
- Website: https://www.kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk/find-a-nursery/high-bank-nursery/
- Run by: [Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/kids-planet-day-nurseries-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2748079

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 14 January 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Strong standard |
| Achievement | Strong standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Strong standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Strong standard |
| Leadership and governance | Strong standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748079

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since October 2023 (Reference 2748079). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748079)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 14 January 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748079)
- Registered places: 140 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748079)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 18 September 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1852201)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: High Bank Farm, Cleasby Road, Stapleton, Darlington, DL2 2QE

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=54.503725,-1.598771

- 4 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embleton View |  | 5–18 |  |  | 1.2 miles |
| Abbey Infants' School | Primary | 4–7 | Good (November 2022) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Abbey Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (June 2023) |  | 1.7 miles |
| Mowden Infant School | Primary | 5–7 | School remains Good (January 2023) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Mowden Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Report card (June 2026) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Polam Hall School | All-through | 4–16 | Report card (November 2025) |  | 1.8 miles |
| Hummersknott Academy | Secondary | 11–16 | Report card (February 2026) |  | 1.2 miles |
| Carmel College | Secondary | 11–18 | Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding (October 2024) |  | 1.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [All Saints Blackwell Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/all-saints-blackwell-pre-school-ey319495) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.2 miles |
| [The Outdoor Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-outdoor-pre-school-2544137) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.5 miles |
| [Ferndene Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ferndene-nursery-508025) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Flora House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/flora-house-day-nursery-ey348184) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Danesmoor House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/danesmoor-house-day-nursery-ey442381) | Good |  |  | 1.7 miles |
| [Mowden Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/mowden-pre-school-301168) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Kids Planet High Bank's Ofsted rating?

Kids Planet High Bank was inspected on 14 January 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Kids Planet High Bank take?

Kids Planet High Bank is registered with Ofsted for up to 140 children at any one time.

### Who runs Kids Planet High Bank?

Kids Planet High Bank is run by Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited, which runs 238 nurseries.

### How do I contact Kids Planet High Bank?

You can call 01325 365885 and visit www.kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748079)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Kids+Planet+High+Bank&query_place_id=ChIJQWH_BKyefkgRxAF0CNAGP0s)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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