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Amber's Attic

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2024)
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4.7(15 parent reviews) ·109-123 Stand Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1JR · Bury
Number of places
111 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2024
Local authority
Bury

About this day nursery

Amber's Attic Childcare, located in Radcliffe, Manchester, is a family-operated day nursery committed to delivering high-quality care and education for children. Established in November 2002, the nursery caters to a wide age range, from newborns to 12-year-olds, and provides flexible options including full-time, part-time, sessional, and occasional care.

They also offer before and after-school clubs, alongside a holiday club. The nursery operates year-round, closing only for bank holidays and one week during Christmas, with core hours from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and an option for an earlier start at 7:30 am for an additional fee.

Their educational approach integrates both child-led and adult-led activities designed to stimulate minds, language, and abilities, considering each child's individual needs and energy levels. They embrace a 'curiosity approach,' fostering 'thinkers and doers' by using everyday items to spark natural curiosity and exploration.

Outdoor play is also a key component, promoting physical development and environmental awareness.

Our ethos

Amber's Attic Childcare embraces a 'curiosity approach,' fostering 'thinkers and doers' by using everyday items to spark natural curiosity and exploration. Their educational approach integrates both child-led and adult-led activities designed to stimulate minds, language, and abilities, considering each child's individual needs and energy levels. Outdoor play is also a key component, promoting physical development and environmental awareness.

What it's like

The key-person system is well embedded and children are happy, secure and settled. Staff are sensitive to children's needs, supporting their emotional well-being. Children engage well with activities and staff skilfully use conversations to build children's knowledge and develop their language and thinking skills.

Family-runFlexible care optionsHoliday club availableCuriosity Approach curriculumOutdoor play

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 07:30 - 18:00 (Early starts from 07:30 am - 08:00 am for additional fee)

Session types

Full-time, Part-time, Sessional, Occasional, Before and After School Care, Holiday Club

Staff

Not specified (experienced/qualified staff mentioned for baby, toddler, and pre-school rooms)

Age range

0 months to 12 years

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Established

2004

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Amber's Attic

Last inspected 14 March 2024 · Lynn Richards

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

The key-person system is well embedded and children are happy, secure and settled. Staff are sensitive to children's needs, supporting their emotional well-being. Children engage well with activities and staff skilfully use conversations to build children's knowledge and develop their language and thinking skills.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager supports staff to identify training that will improve practice, leading to targeted support for children who need it.
  • The curriculum is sequenced as children move through the setting, promoting increasing independence.
  • Partnership with parents is a strength, with parents feeling fully involved in their child's care.
  • Children are encouraged to think about healthy foods and develop knowledge of healthy lifestyles.
  • The manager works with school teachers to identify skills that will help children as they move to school, preparing them for their eventual transition.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the implementation of the curriculum to provide children with learning experiences that are more precisely linked to the skills they need to learn next
  • 2refine curriculum planning, especially at mealtimes, to help children to remain engaged and so that behaviour remains good.
Inspection #10317149 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say they are 'fully involved' in their child's care.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager is committed to supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). For example, she works closely with specialists, such as the visual impairment team. Staff work incredibly well to follow the strategies suggested by specialists. Children with SEND make good progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Outdoors, children have the opportunity to practise their large-muscle skills as they jump on steps and balance. This helps children's core strength and coordination. Staff encourage children to consider their own safety, for example, by talking about the busy road outside the setting.

Parent Reviews of Amber's Attic

4.7
(15)
Empress Kemet
2 years ago

Ambers attic nursery is such a loving place. My son has been here for almost two years and he’s just grown in confidence so much. We had some trouble potty training and they helped so kick with this. His vocab has improved significantly because of Emily,Pam Rebecca and Raqaia in preschool. Emily is a stand out member of staff, with so much energy for the little ones. Sharna the manager is truly incredible she is so helpful in all aspects, she goes out of her way to make things work for the parents and children. The staff show so much empathy and love to the children they always end up crying when it’s time to leave! The cost I find are reasonable and the food is great my son has dietary needs which have never been a problem at this nursery. We are so sad to be leaving in sept for big school! I wish he could stay longer!

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Rachel Swallow
2 years ago

Ambers attic is an an amazing nursery! They’ve helped my daughter with her speaking and learning, staff are amazing very helpful and understanding they go above and beyond for everyone in the nursery. When my daughter first started she was very nervous but within 3/4 days she was settled. She loves going into nursery and seeing the staff and her friends. Would highly recommend ❤️

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sam omara
2 years ago

What an amazing bunch of girls ( and the chef!) that work there. They are caring, friendly, approachable, professional and would only recommend these for nursery. My son has additional needs and definitely feels like a second home to him there. 100% recommend Ambers Attic

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Mila Lik
2 years ago

My son has been attending to Ambers Attic Nursery for over a year now and he is so happy there – it feels like a second home to him. All of the staff are so nurturing and supportive and they provide him with so much care, attention and positivity. I have always found the key workers to be very communicative and the admin team are so efficient. I would highly recommend Ambers Attic to anyone looking for a nursery in the area and I feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful and happy environment for my son.Kinga Julian and Kacper 🎈💙

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Kayleigh Meakin
2 years ago

Absolutely could not recommend Ambers Attic enough! The staff are always so welcoming and friendly and they provide such a homely environment. My older two children both attended and came on leaps and bounds and my soon to be 2 year old will be starting in September! A special mention to Katie who made some incredible bonds with my boys and Shannah and Ruqayyah for always being so welcoming! Thank you, Kayleigh x

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Inspection history

Date: February 2011

  • March 2024Good
  • May 2018Good
  • September 2014Good
  • March 2014Inadequate
  • November 2013Requires improvement
  • April 2013Good
  • February 2011Good

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