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Fairfield Education & Childcare # Fairfield Education & Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · Fairfield Road Cp School, Grove Street, Manchester, M43 6AF · Tameside Number of places 32 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Tameside About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Fairfield Nursery School, situated in Accrington, BB5 0LD, envisions every child as a unique individual with boundless potential, fostering an environment where each 'bud' can truly blossom. This ethos underpins their commitment to recognising the individuality of every child and their family. The staff team has devoted considerable thought to their 'Image of the Child,' outlining the essential attributes they aim to nurture in children. At the core of all their endeavours is the paramount commitment to ensuring children's safety. The nursery offers comprehensive full-time funded and chargeable sessions for children aged two, three, and four, operating from 8 am to 3:30 pm. Additionally, they provide flexible 15-hour sessions, which can be taken as five mornings, five afternoons, or two full days. Our ethos Fairfield Nursery School's ethos is to recognise the individuality of every child and their family, viewing each child as a unique individual with boundless potential, in an environment where each 'bud' can truly blossom. The nursery focuses on their 'Image of the Child,' outlining the essential attributes they aim to nurture. What it's like Leaders and staff create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for children and their families, helping children to feel calm, engaged and secure. Children show impressive levels of confidence and focus, happily greeting visitors and engaging in conversation. Staff encourage children to show off their skills and learning. Focus on individual potential Flexible session options Strong safeguarding commitment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (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. ## Key facts Session types Full-time funded, Chargeable sessions, Part-time 15-hour sessions Opening hours 8am to 3.30pm Age range 2, 3 and 4 years old Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Fairfield Education & Childcare Last inspected 14 January 2025 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 Leaders and staff create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for children and their families, helping children to feel calm, engaged and secure. Children show impressive levels of confidence and focus, happily greeting visitors and engaging in conversation. Staff encourage children to show off their skills and learning. Inspector highlights - Leaders have adopted a culture of continuous learning for themselves and all staff, fostering an environment of continuous professional development. - Staff deliver a sequenced curriculum, which builds on what children already know and can do, and thoughtfully consider children's next steps in development. - Leaders place a strong focus on communication and language development for all children, with staff skilfully introducing new words into children's vocabulary. - Staff make good use of routines and structure to help children settle quickly at the setting, promoting independence and nurturing skills for primary school transition. - The curriculum is ambitious and designed to promote every child's progression, with staff having high expectations that children meet. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff knowledge and understanding of how to support children's early reading skills effectively. Inspection #10370311 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269489) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Fairfield Education & Childcare Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10370311 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269489)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY367513) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=fairfield-education-childcare-m43-6af-ey367513) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. They experience a curriculum as ambitious and exciting as their peers, with consistent approaches and goals across the setting. This means children make impressive progress and quickly begin to meet their learning goals. Outdoor space Staff place an important emphasis on outdoor play, which children look forward to each day. They race around on vehicles, collect leaves and sticks and make delicious meals in the play kitchen. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2025 Date: July 2010 - January 2025 Good - September 2024 Inadequate - January 2020 Outstanding - September 2015 Good - November 2014 Requires improvement - July 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Fairfield Education & Childcare ### How can Fairfield Education & Childcare be contacted? ### What is known about the staff team at Fairfield Education & Childcare? ### When does Fairfield Education & Childcare open? ### What outdoor facilities does Fairfield Education & Childcare have? ### Which area does Fairfield Education & Childcare serve? ### How does Fairfield Education & Childcare support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Manchester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Fairfield Education & Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Learning Hive Nursery School Manchester · M34 5GB 4.2(21 reviews) ](/nursery/the-learning-hive-nursery-school-m34-5gb-2685055) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Manchester Settlement Manchester · M11 1JG ](/nursery/manchester-settlement-m11-1jg-ey408887) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Launch Pad Pre-School Droylsden · M43 7BB 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/launch-pad-pre-school-m43-7bb-2721490) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Space Station Day Nursery Manchester · M43 7AZ 5.0(38 reviews) ](/nursery/space-station-day-nursery-m43-7az-2721494) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.6 mi ### Infinity Childcare Manchester · M43 7AZ 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/infinity-childcare-ltd-m43-7az-2747654) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Brighter Beginnings Wetherby Street Manchester · M11 1NU 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/brighter-beginnings-wetherby-street-m11-1nu-ey474448) [See all nurseries in Manchester →](/search?q=Manchester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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