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Kenwood Day Nursery in Manchester (M21)

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2024)
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5.0(5 parent reviews)
·643 Wilbraham Road, MANCHESTER, M21 9JT · Manchester
Number of places
60 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2024
Local authority
Manchester

About this day nursery

Kenwood Day Nursery, established in 1977 by Kate and Eric Lambert, is a family-owned and operated childcare provider with two locations in Stretford and Chorlton. The nursery caters to children aged 6 months to 5 years, fostering their development at their individual pace within a safe and stimulating environment.

The Stretford branch, the original location, has been a part of the community for over four decades, while the Chorlton nursery opened in March 2022 in a historic educational building. Both nurseries uphold high standards of care, with bright and cheerful playrooms and ample outdoor spaces that encourage imaginative play, exploration, and creativity.

Committed to the well-being of the children, Kenwood Day Nursery provides a healthy and balanced diet, with meals, snacks, drinks, and other consumables like nappies, cream, and wipes all included in the fees. The dedicated Kenwood team consists of highly qualified childcare professionals who prioritise continuity of care.

The nursery actively supports government-funded childcare initiatives and accepts various payment methods, including Tax-Free Childcare.

What it's like

The leadership team at Kenwood Day Nursery has successfully implemented its child-centred vision, providing an ambitious curriculum that enriches children's experiences. Babies benefit from a spacious learning environment to develop physical skills, while older children engage in imaginative role-play and develop emotional literacy, demonstrating good behaviour and understanding of kindness, sharing, and listening.

Family-owned and operatedTwo locations (Stretford and Chorlton)Healthy eating programmeExperienced and dedicated teamAccepts government funding

Pricing & funding

Fees are billed monthly in advance and include all meals, snacks, drinks, and consumables such as nappies and wipes. The nursery operates year-round with a minimum attendance requirement of three days per week. No refunds or deductions are made for bank holidays, training days, or Christmas closure.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are payable monthly in advance.
  • Payments accepted via Tax-Free Childcare.
  • Standard fees include meals, snacks, drinks, nappies, cream, and wipes.
  • No deductions are made for bank holidays, staff training days, or Christmas closure.
  • Minimum booking of three days per week.
  • Places are year-round (no term-time only options).

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm.

Age range

6 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kenwood Day Nursery

Last inspected 6 June 2024

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

The leadership team at Kenwood Day Nursery has successfully implemented its child-centred vision, providing an ambitious curriculum that enriches children's experiences. Babies benefit from a spacious learning environment to develop physical skills, while older children engage in imaginative role-play and develop emotional literacy, demonstrating good behaviour and understanding of kindness, sharing, and listening.

Inspector highlights

  • Books are a prominent feature in the nursery, with staff reading stories with enthusiasm and expression, igniting children's imagination and communication skills.
  • Staff understand the importance of planning to support children's development and emerging interests, such as developing the ability to climb steps safely in the baby room.
  • Leaders are proactive in helping children prepare for school, developing relationships with local primary schools and reading stories about starting school to emotionally equip children.
  • Staff take positive steps to promote children's good health by providing healthy meals, access to water, and encouraging physical activity from a young age, including baby yoga and outdoor games.
  • Leaders maintain consistency and quality of staffing by employing regular agency staff who are included in training, ensuring children's emotional well-being and safety are prioritised.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve arrangements for group times to support the individual needs of all children and help them to maintain their focus and engagement
  • 2enhance planning to identify specific learning intentions for older children, providing further challenge and building sequentially on what they already know and can do.
Inspection #10339437 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff communicate well with parents when there are concerns about the health or emotional well-being of children. They liaise with external agencies to get advice. This strengthens the partnership between parents and staff and helps to ensure children get the support they need.

Outdoor space

Babies benefit from a spacious learning environment where they have plenty of space to practise and develop their physical skills. Children get plenty of fresh air and take part in physical activity from a young age, such as baby yoga and outdoor games.

Parent Reviews of Kenwood Day Nursery

5.0
(5)
Rebecca Oatham
2 months ago

Cannot recommend Kenwood enough. Both my sons attended (one still there) and the care provided is second to none. The staff are friendly, kind and go above and beyond for the children. Meals are well considered and nutritious and made on site. Organisation of the nursery is superb and communications back are always speedy and informative. Building itself is beautiful and recently renovated.

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Marie-France Pether
2 months ago

Our eldest had a fantastic 3 years at Kenwood and we’re looking forward to our little one starting there soon! We love the variety of activities and cultural celebrations, the big garden, and the nutritious meals. The staff are hard-working, enthusiastic and caring. I would happily recommend Kenwood to anyone looking for childcare in Chorlton.

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Carol Thompson
2 months ago

Kenwood Chorlton is a great nursery. Both my boys went there and loved it. Staff are really friendly, caring and supportive and have great bonds with the children. We highly recommend.

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Rebecca M
4 months ago

I cannot recommend this nursery setting highly enough for your child. The staff are excellent with very few changes our daughter Flo had wonderful bonds with her key workers from being 10 months old until she very recently left. We will miss the staff particularly Hamda, Brooke, Maria, Nosheen and Alanya, they are all a credit to the business. This is a warm and supportive setting and the children thrive. Thank you.

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The Bowling Green
a year ago

My daughter runs into the nursery she loves it so much - keep up the great work 🥰

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

6 June 2024

Good

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

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