Little Gems

About this day nursery

Little Gems, a well-established childcare setting in Manchester, has been operating since 2008 and received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 20th February 2024. Open all year round, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:45 pm, the nursery provides a nurturing environment for children aged 0–4 years.

The dedicated staff team fosters a safe and homely atmosphere where children readily settle and build strong, trusting relationships. The curriculum emphasises the development of social skills, teaching children about sharing, turn-taking, and positive behaviour.

A particularly well-embedded physical development curriculum helps children to build strength, coordination, and fine motor skills, preparing them for future learning. The nursery provides robust Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) provision, with dedicated coordinators who use additional screening tools to identify developmental gaps.

They implement targeted learning plans and make timely referrals to external agencies, ensuring that children who may be falling behind receive swift and appropriate support. Staff regularly engage in conversations and singing with children, encouraging communication and introducing descriptive vocabulary.

Parents consistently express satisfaction with the quality of care, feeling involved and receiving regular updates on their child's development, alongside home-learning activities to support continuity of learning.

What it's like

Staff provide a safe and homely environment where children settle easily and form strong, trusting relationships. They learn about sharing, turn-taking, and positive behaviour. A well-embedded physical development curriculum helps children build strength, coordination, and fine motor skills for future learning endeavours.

Pricing & funding