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Croft House Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(19 parent reviews) ·Bridge Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7BT · Bolton
Number of places
150 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Bolton

About this day nursery

Croft House Nursery, located in Bolton, BL6 7BT, is an esteemed early years setting that has proudly served the community as the oldest independent nursery in Horwich. The nursery holds an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted and boasts a 5-star food hygiene rating, reflecting its commitment to high standards.

Croft House provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop. They offer a comprehensive programme that includes engaging activities like Forest School, outdoor excursions such as trips to Rivington Pike and local shops, and a focus on providing diverse life experiences.

The dedicated and experienced staff are praised for their caring approach, professionalism, and ability to create a warm, homely atmosphere. The nursery also provides a Before & After School Club, extending its supportive care beyond typical nursery hours.

Croft House Nursery aims to prepare children for school, fostering confidence, sociability, and academic progress in a magical and unforgettable setting.

Our ethos

Croft House Nursery aims to prepare children for school, fostering confidence, sociability, and academic progress in a magical and unforgettable setting. They offer a comprehensive programme that includes engaging activities like Forest School, outdoor excursions and a focus on providing diverse life experiences.

What it's like

Children thrive in an environment that connects them closely with the benefits of nature and the outdoors. They are well prepared with the necessary skills to access outdoor spaces and enjoy regular forest-school sessions. Indoors, children continue to be immersed in nature with hidden nooks and dens that encourage communication and support children to rapidly make sense of the world around them.

Outstanding Ofsted RatingOldest Independent Nursery in Horwich5-Star Food Hygiene RatingForest School

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round, 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Croft House Nursery

Last inspected 5 July 2022

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive in an environment that connects them closely with the benefits of nature and the outdoors. They are well prepared with the necessary skills to access outdoor spaces and enjoy regular forest-school sessions. Indoors, children continue to be immersed in nature with hidden nooks and dens that encourage communication and support children to rapidly make sense of the world around them.

Inspector highlights

  • Children benefit from a highly stimulating educational environment, with resources and equipment providing a unique and immersive learning experience.
  • The curriculum is expertly sequenced and highly successful in ensuring that all children make rapid progress across all areas of learning and development.
  • The highly effective programmes for literacy mean that children are learning the concepts and skills necessary to be confident readers and writers.
  • Staff have extremely high aspirations for all children and support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is exceptional.
  • A love of reading is promoted in imaginative ways throughout the setting.
Inspection #10145266 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on how well adults know their children and how this encourages a sense of belonging.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is exceptional. Staff are inspirational in their approach to identifying gaps in children's learning and monitoring their progress. Key adults work closely with parents to secure support from outside agencies, which profoundly impacts children's ability to catch up and thrive.

Outdoor space

Children thrive in an environment that connects them closely with the benefits of nature and the outdoors. They are well prepared with the necessary skills to access outdoor spaces and enjoy regular forest-school sessions. During these sessions, children balance confidently and safely on beams to cross small streams and wade through water.

Parent Reviews of Croft House Nursery

5.0
(19)
Kate Henry
3 years ago

Croft House has been an amazing setting for my son to thrive in a loving environment. They have done a remarkable job in preparing him to start school while having fun. The forest school and swimming lessons are an added bonus that he absolutely loves. He has formed some lovely attachments with other children and staff members, and his allergy requirements when younger were fully taken into account. Any issues that have arisen have been dealt with promptly and appropriately. He will be sad to leave, but with his younger brother soon to start there, will keep in touch with the Croft House family.

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Katie Walsh
2 years ago

We had the pleasure of both our boys attending Croft House over the past 4.5 years and I can honestly say this is the best nursery - consistent, compassionate, engaging childcare from when my boys were 4 months to 4 years. All of the ladies who work there are an absolute credit to Janet - welcoming and friendly team who are always there to help. The girls go out of their way to create amazing experiences for your children - outdoor and indoor activities at just the best! I cannot thank them enough for the love and care they have shown my boys - if you are considering sending your little one here please be assured they will be in safe hands!!! Thanks to everyone who has looked after my babies we are so grateful 😊

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Phil Sharpe
a year ago

Both our children attended Croft House nursery from 1 year old until leaving for school. Both go back to Crofties holiday club in the summer holidays too. We've had nothing but great experiences with all the staff throughout our kids' time there - over seven years now. Even going back yearly for summer holidays, it feels like returning to an extended family, with lots of the staff taking the time to check in and see how our kids have grown. Special mention this year to Toni and all the Crofties staff - they go above and beyond to make the kids feel at home. The thought that goes in to entertaining the children is obvious, and both our children have loved being there - we'll be sure to book again for next year. Thanks for everything!

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Jo Watson
3 years ago

Croft House is a truly special place. We knew from the minute we set foot through the door to look around that this would be the most welcoming and nurturing place for our little girl. The facilities, resources and opportunities available to support children in their personal, social and emotional development as well as their education (including the focus on outdoor exploration and forest school) are all outstanding, but what really makes this place special is Janet and her team of staff. Every single one of 'The Ladies' will always have time for you, regardless of if they work directly with your child or not. They feel like family, and for the last four years for our little girl, that's exactly what they have been.

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Rachael J
2 years ago

A wonderfully warm and engaging nursery with a fab team. The ladies working with the children are enthusiastic and attentive. The fabulous kitchen staff prepare lovely meals (our children eat EVERYTHING). The environment is lovingly maintained and the admin and management team are professional and clearly very experienced. We are delighted we chose Croft House.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

5 July 2022

Outstanding

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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