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Holly House Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2021)
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3.6(13 parent reviews) ·Mayfield Avenue, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3JF · Salford
Number of places
120 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2021
Local authority
Salford

About this day nursery

Holly House Day Nursery, part of the Head Start Nursery Family, is a family-operated and owned facility situated near Walkden town centre. Established over two decades ago, it was acquired by Head Start Nursery Group in December 2022.

The nursery caters to children up to five years old, providing engaging and stimulating educational experiences. They are committed to fostering an environment where every child feels cherished and supported by a team of qualified and dedicated staff.

The nursery features distinct rooms tailored to different age groups: the Baby Room for infants aged 0-18 months, the Tweenie Room for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years, and the Pre-School Room for children aged 3-5 years. A highlight of Holly House is its extensive back garden, offering ample space for exploration and play.

The nursery also emphasises healthy eating, with all fees inclusive of freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, tea, and early evening snacks made by an experienced cook who accommodates all dietary needs and allergies. They encourage good table manners and self-serving for older children during mealtimes.

Holly House promotes an open-door policy to facilitate continuous communication between staff and parents.

What it's like

Children are happy, safe and secure, developing strong attachments with staff who are patient and nurturing. They behave well, playing collaboratively and showing kindness. Staff praise children's efforts, which builds confidence and self-esteem.

Family-owned and operatedDedicated and qualified staffFocus on healthy eatingLarge outdoor play areaCuriosity Approach Accredited

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
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

Opening hours

7:30am - 6pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full day

Food

All meals and snacks included

Established

2019

Waitlist

Contact to reserve

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Holly House Day Nursery

Last inspected 29 October 2021 · Karen Cox

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

Children are happy, safe and secure, developing strong attachments with staff who are patient and nurturing. They behave well, playing collaboratively and showing kindness. Staff praise children's efforts, which builds confidence and self-esteem.

Inspector highlights

  • Children continuously demonstrate that they feel happy, safe and secure.
  • Staff have high expectations and plan a curriculum that reflects children's individual interests.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive high levels of support.
  • Children have good opportunities to develop key skills for life, such as independence.
  • The providers are knowledgeable and passionate practitioners who lead a team of enthusiastic and dedicated staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to strengthen their understanding of how to build successfully on children's existing skills and abilities and precisely identify next steps in learning.
Inspection #10202142 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive high levels of support. Knowledgeable staff work seamlessly with a wealth of professionals, such as speech therapists, specialist teachers and health partners, ensuring children receive timely support and make good progress.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy being physically active and engage in energetic outdoor play, regardless of the weather. The outdoor space provides many opportunities for children to develop their gross motor skills, coordination and balance.

Parent Reviews of Holly House Day Nursery

3.6
(13)
Abbey Meskell
a year ago

All 3 of my girls have attended holly house, the staff are amazing! My little girl has just left today and they have been such an amazing part of her nursery journey and have been brilliant with her, I found the staff to be so professional and have such lovely interaction with the children, thankyou to all of the staff at holly house

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hayley garner
4 years ago

Went with my Daughter in law for initial visit/look round. Guided tour and chat provided by the owners, really welcoming and we immediately got the impression it's a well run Nursery focused on all aspects of the children's care and learning experiences. My granddaughter loves it there, she settled from day 1. Regular updates are given via internet -meals, toileting etc. I would have no problems recommending Holly House to anyone.

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zyze fn
4 years ago

My Daughter goes to this nursery and I have found that the care is very very basic. The staff are quite unpleasant to deal with and if you have any questions you are alway rushed on. No snacks are provided like most nursery's I can't wait until September till my Daughter starts school so I never have to bring her here again. I wouldn't recommend.

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Kylie McGuinness
4 years ago

I cannot recommend this nursery enough. The staff and the management here are amazing. I always knew my daughter was safe and happy here. She left last year to go to school and still always talks about Hollyhouse being her favourite place. I am due another baby soon and I will most definitely be sending baby to Hollyhouse. Would not want to use anywhere else

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Ruth Ferreira
4 years ago

I highly recommend Holly House. My son has been going here for a year now and LOVES it. The staff are so friendly and helpful, while being professional how they care for and help to educate the children. They have given their all through Covid and adhere to the necessary rules which make me feel safe leaving him in their care.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

29 October 2021

Good

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

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