--- title: "1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow), a nursery in Rochdale — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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[North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) # 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 23 Clifton Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 4HP · Rochdale Number of places 72 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2023 Local authority Rochdale About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 1st Safari Day Nurseries offers a vibrant and imaginative environment where "little adventures begin," fostering curious minds through engaging play, exploration, and discovery. With over two decades of experience, this family-run business, led by Nick and Anthea Porter, operates seven nurseries across Yorkshire and Greater Manchester, including Genesis Milnrow in Rochdale. Each setting aims to provide exceptional early years care with a distinctive safari theme, encouraging children aged 3 months to over 5 years to thrive through play-based learning. The nursery emphasises personalised attention, reflected in their practice of daily contact sheets that detail each child's activities, meals, and developmental milestones. Consistently achieving "Good" Ofsted ratings, 1st Safari Nurseries are dedicated to creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive atmosphere where every child can flourish and reach their full potential. They pride themselves on an "everything included" approach, ensuring that meals, snacks, and activities are part of the funded sessions without additional charges. Our ethos At 1st Safari Day Nurseries, our approach is to nurture curious minds through play, exploration, and discovery within unique safari-themed learning environments. We aim for every child to explore, discover, and develop through exciting play experiences, fostering individualised care and personalised early learning to help each child reach their unique potential and flourish in their learning journey. What it's like Staff warmly greet children and parents at the door as they arrive and are interested in children's home lives. As a result, children separate from their parents with ease and are excited to start their day. Staff know children well and are able to support children's emotional well-being. Family-run Safari-themed learning Play-based curriculum Everything included ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://1stsafari.com/funding) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Age range 3 months to 5+ years ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) Inspection date Aug 2023 Inspection no. 10277728 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50229431)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2579245) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.1stsafari.co.uk/) 23 Clifton Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 4HP Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.11225/53.61036/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Rochdale - [Day nurseries in Rochdale](/search?q=Rochdale) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=1st-safari-genesis-milnrow-ol16-4hp) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) Last inspected 31 August 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff warmly greet children and parents at the door as they arrive and are interested in children's home lives. As a result, children separate from their parents with ease and are excited to start their day. Staff know children well and are able to support children's emotional well-being. Inspector highlights - The new managers have worked hard to improve the staff's skills through training and coaching, strengthening their teaching and increasing their confidence. - Staff know children well and plan a broad range of activities and experiences that are linked to children's interests and take account of what they need to learn next. - Children develop good language and communication skills due to staff modelling language well and using open-ended questions. - Staff help children to develop their skills in mathematics by incorporating counting and sorting into play. - Partnerships with parents have been improved, and parents are positive about staffing arrangements and the information they receive about their child. Areas to develop - 1 continue to embed the new arrangements for staff supervision to help all staff develop their practice to consistently high levels across the team - 2 ensure that all meals provided for children are healthy, balanced and nutritious. Inspection #10277728 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50229431) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents report that they now feel staffing arrangements are more secure. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provisionPositive All children, including children who receive funded places and children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress from their starting points. Staff share relevant information with other professionals who are involved in children's care and education. Outdoor space Children have daily access to fresh air and exercise. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVb1nv4qVb-9wirit1i3mnYe2YXh2796VdRP3tkvHBovOw4Sn0ISA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Dr william cook 8 years ago Best nursery in Milnrow. Excellent. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3czQtM2ZBEAE!2m1!1s0x487bb8de18a187b7:0xd7df18e6c5b88a22) Reviews from Google for 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow). [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15555179017399732770&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: January 2023 - August 2023 Good - January 2023 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) ### What is 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow)'s Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow)? ### Which funded childcare hours does 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) accept? ### What are the opening hours for 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow)? ### Does 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) support children with special educational needs? ### Who runs 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow)? ### How does 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) communicate with parents? ### Does 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) provide meals for children? ### How can I contact 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow)? ## About the setting 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow) registered in 2020. It employs five members of childcare staff, who all hold appropriate early years qualifications, including three at level 6 (one of whom holds Early Years Teacher Status and one Qualified Teacher Status). The nursery opens from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 2579245 Registered person 1st Safari Day Nurseries Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Requires improvement ## Nearby day nurseries in Rochdale Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to 1st Safari - Genesis (Milnrow). - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Abracadabra Pre-School Rochdale · OL16 4LD ](/nursery/abracadabra-pre-school-ol16-4ld) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Channings Childcare Newhey Rochdale · OL16 3RN 2.7(13 reviews) ](/nursery/channings-childcare-ltd-newhey-ol16-3rn-316446) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Teddy Bear Nursery Rochdale · OL16 5BA 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/teddy-bear-nursery-limited-ol16-5ba-ey320533) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Teddy Bear Nursery Rochdale · OL16 5BA 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/teddy-bear-nursery-ol16-5ba-2737042) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Newbold Children's Centre Nursery Rochdale · OL16 5NL 4.6(5 reviews) ](/nursery/newbold-children-s-centre-nursery-ol16-5nl-ey337661) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Seeros Daycare Nursery Rochdale · OL16 2UX 3.9(14 reviews) ](/nursery/seeros-daycare-nursery-ltd-ol16-2ux-ey413619) [See all nurseries in Rochdale →](/search?q=Rochdale) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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