Building Blocks Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Building Blocks Day Nursery in Manchester provides childcare for children aged 0 to 4 years, operating all year round from 7:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and one week over Christmas. Established in 2017, the nursery focuses on creating a safe and secure environment where staff know each child well, offering cuddles to babies to foster happiness and a strong sense of belonging.

The nursery promotes good progress in learning and development through engaging activities, such as reading stories, using tweezers to build fine motor skills, and encouraging positive attitudes to learning. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with staff working closely with other professionals to meet individual needs.

The curriculum is well-sequenced, with a strong focus on communication and language development, utilising repetitive language, narration, songs, and conversations to build children's confidence in language use. Physical development is also prioritised, with opportunities for outdoor play including climbing frames, bikes, and slides to develop gross motor skills and provide regular exercise.

Staff are committed to ongoing professional development, ensuring a high quality of education for all children. The nursery also effectively teaches children about hygiene and healthy practices, such as handwashing.

What it's like

Staff prioritise making children feel safe and secure, knowing each child well and providing cuddles to babies, which fosters happiness and a sense of belonging. They have high expectations, engage children in reading and language activities, helping them to make good progress in learning and development.

Pricing & funding