--- title: "Ardwick Day Nursery — Rated 4.4 from 14 Parent Reviews" description: "Ardwick Day Nursery in Manchester — Rated 4.4 from 14 parent reviews. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews 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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I booked a tour and was greeted by a very rude woman who clearly had no idea about the tour. When she asked if I had booked online and I confirmed, she sarcastically said, “Ha, let me have a look,” closed the door behind her, and left us standing outside in the rain without saying anything else. Waited outside and then left. I certainly wouldn’t feel comfortable leaving my child in the care of people who behave like this. Shocking", "datePublished": "2026-01-19T13:12:56.680044948Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kirstie Porter" }, "reviewBody": "My SEN son attended this Nursery, and the staff here are absolutely amazing, supported my son and me majorly (even with my own personal health issues). I know its hard for early learners and us mums navigating them in the correct childcare setting and ensuring our kids are safe and getting the same level of care, love, nurturing as the next. The staff were absolutely brilliant working with me and my son and despite him having really difficult days and lashing out some times with his autism and struggling to communicate, they handled things professionally and to the best of Camerons needs EVERYTIME! I cant thank you all enough, your efforts with Cam haven't got unnoticed and Im so thankful from the bottom of my heart. He loved his time at nursery and his journeys there were mostly full of excitement and it made me beam being able to see how much he actually loved his time there. Big love you all and we will miss you lots. Kirstie & Cameron Porter xxx", "datePublished": "2025-07-30T20:25:53.820210109Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ivan Milchev" }, "reviewBody": "Rude! Do not!", "datePublished": "2026-01-19T13:18:51.020359651Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Daniel Woodhead" }, "reviewBody": "Our daughter had a wonderful time here, and the staff were brilliant and accommodating.", "datePublished": "2024-07-22T13:51:57.004344Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Andrea Alvarez" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter is in her first days of nursery and all the staff are very kind and patient with her, I am very happy", "datePublished": "2021-09-23T11:29:06.311102Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ardwick-day-nursery-m12-5ar-2860366#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "North West", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=North%20West" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Ardwick Day Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ardwick-day-nursery-m12-5ar-2860366" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ardwick-day-nursery-m12-5ar-2860366#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is Ardwick Day Nursery classified by Ofsted?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Ardwick Day Nursery is classed as childcare on non-domestic premises and operates as full day care. 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Ardwick Day Nursery # Ardwick Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 4.4 (14 parent reviews) · 116 Hyde Road, MANCHESTER, M12 5AR · Manchester **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered September 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places — Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected — Local authority Manchester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ardwick Day Nursery, formerly Early Explorers Day Nursery, offers a warm and professional childcare environment in Manchester for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The nursery focuses on play, creativity, and exploration as foundational learning tools, guided by experienced educators. They provide a safe and nurturing setting designed to stimulate growth and development, featuring dedicated rooms for babies (6 weeks to 2 years, with a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio), toddlers (2 to 3 years, with a 1:5 ratio), and preschoolers (3 to 5 years, with a 1:8 ratio). Additionally, there is a Wellbeing Room for emotional development and a spacious outdoor play area. The nursery serves fresh, healthy meals prepared on-site and maintains high hygiene standards. Adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, Ardwick Day Nursery offers flexible childcare options and celebrates diversity, welcoming families from various backgrounds. They also boast over a decade of childcare experience and foster strong partnerships with parents to ensure each child receives comprehensive support, aiming to equip them with confidence and curiosity for their future. The nursery highlights its inclusive approach, with a SENCO available to support children with additional needs, and its Ofsted registration affirms its commitment to quality early years education. Our ethos Ardwick Day Nursery's approach is built on play, creativity, and exploration as foundational learning tools, guided by experienced educators. They adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and aim to equip children with confidence and curiosity for their future. The nursery also highlights its inclusive approach, with a SENCO available to support children with additional needs. Play-based Learning Fresh, Healthy Meals Inclusive and Multicultural Community Ofsted Registered Experienced Educators ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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://www.ardwickdaynursery.co.uk/admissions/fundingeligibilitycheck) ## Key facts Food Fresh, healthy meals and snacks prepared daily on site; catering for dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences. A small charge applies for this service for funded places. Session types Baby Room (6 weeks – 2 years), Toddler Room (2–3 years), Preschool Room (3–5 years), Holiday Club Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm Age range 6 weeks to 5 years ## Parent Reviews of Ardwick Day Nursery 4.4 (14) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLWI-qikDYCcw92vR4OnsaZpqAOa5Rud9sh__ymwa_v2J_cCeI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ioanna Antoniou 4 months ago Don’t even bother. I booked a tour and was greeted by a very rude woman who clearly had no idea about the tour. When she asked if I had booked online and I confirmed, she sarcastically said, “Ha, let me have a look,” closed the door behind her, and left us standing outside in the rain without saying anything else. Waited outside and then left. I certainly wouldn’t feel comfortable leaving my child in the care of people who behave like this. Shocking [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xWE5HdGxOSEJpWVZKNlprTlhjakYxZFVGMFYzYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bb19cdee9b677:0x69c8d4447cceb503) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJl2dwdftSNexkSd97pIQKPVM4mWkSz2wbBW0U_4CqnOFxDKA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kirstie Porter 9 months ago My SEN son attended this Nursery, and the staff here are absolutely amazing, supported my son and me majorly (even with my own personal health issues). I know its hard for early learners and us mums navigating them in the correct childcare setting and ensuring our kids are safe and getting the same level of care, love, nurturing as the next. The staff were absolutely brilliant working with me and my son and despite him having really difficult days and lashing out some times with his autism and struggling to communicate, they handled things professionally and to the best of Camerons needs EVERYTIME! I cant thank you all enough, your efforts with Cam haven't got unnoticed and Im so thankful from the bottom of my heart. He loved his time at nursery and his journeys there were mostly full of excitement and it made me beam being able to see how much he actually loved his time there. Big love you all and we will miss you lots. Kirstie & Cameron Porter xxx [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xdVMyTkJXbkJUWlcwNE5XbGlkbUV5YVVwV2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb19cdee9b677:0x69c8d4447cceb503) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKNw870jiq78oY9svr2R0rvWL6njgua5i9lIgA_3vLkQq9Ilw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ivan Milchev 4 months ago Rude! Do not! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21welpVcFJRVzVrU3pKcFpXNHlTbGhVT0U5TlNFRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb19cdee9b677:0x69c8d4447cceb503) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVMLTgkcUbiYeyEK9m60ZpeNk1QJ7OkDMPBD5vJPp6ADweRHOxRIA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Daniel Woodhead a year ago Our daughter had a wonderful time here, and the staff were brilliant and accommodating. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNic0xQbVl3EAE!2m1!1s0x487bb19cdee9b677:0x69c8d4447cceb503) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLVDCtmp7qVdloOOo18VwD--LoFn8NpKKM3BEMP5Xh_yy2VhA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Andrea Alvarez 4 years ago My daughter is in her first days of nursery and all the staff are very kind and patient with her, I am very happy [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2M095ZThnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb19cdee9b677:0x69c8d4447cceb503) Reviews from Google for Ardwick Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7622575759941350659&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history This provider hasn't received its first Ofsted inspection yet. We'll show the trend here once a graded report is published. ## Frequently asked about Ardwick Day Nursery ### How is Ardwick Day Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### What are the fees at Ardwick Day Nursery? ### How can Ardwick Day Nursery be contacted? ### Does Ardwick Day Nursery offer holiday club provision? ### What is the address of Ardwick Day Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in MANCHESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ardwick Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 0.5 mi ### Dryden Street Nursery Manchester · M13 9AU 4.1(14 reviews) ](/nursery/dryden-street-nursery-m13-9au-ey451347) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Merry Kidz Day Nursery Beswick Manchester · M12 6LE 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/merry-kidz-day-nursery-beswick-m12-6le-2728326) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Tiny Turtles Daycare Manchester · M12 4PW 4.8(63 reviews) ](/nursery/tiny-turtles-daycare-m12-4pw-ey543176) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Littleways Daisy Bank Manchester · M14 5GL 3.5(24 reviews) ](/nursery/littleways-daisy-bank-m14-5gl-2533906) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### First Steps Day Nursery Manchester · M13 9WL ](/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-m13-9wl-ey302828) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Happy Kids Heybury Close Manchester · M11 3TY 5.0(15 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-kids-heybury-close-m11-3ty-ey472757) [See all nurseries in MANCHESTER →](/search?q=MANCHESTER) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ardwick Day Nursery [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2860366)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2860366) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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