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Little Hulton Children's Centre Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2025)
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3.0(2 parent reviews)
·Longshaw Drive, Little Hulton, Worsley, M28 0BD · Salford
Number of places
75 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Salford

About this day nursery

Little Hulton Children's Centre Nursery has been a cornerstone of its community for over six decades, fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive from their earliest years. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and qualified team, many of whom have been with the centre for numerous years, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of child development.

They are committed to tailoring learning opportunities to each child's individual needs, ensuring they reach their full potential. The nursery boasts a large outdoor area that encourages exploration and the development of gross motor skills, as well as a remembrance garden where children learn about plant care.

Inside, spacious baby rooms provide ample space for the youngest learners to explore, while interlinked rooms for two and three-year-olds promote collaborative play. The nursery focuses on supporting families and addressing developmental concerns, striving to be the first choice for childcare in the Little Hulton, Walkden, and Worsley areas, extending its reach to parts of Wigan and Bolton.

They also prioritise healthy eating, with five-star hygiene ratings and menus that adhere to national nutritional guidelines.

What it's like

Children settle well at this inclusive nursery. Staff create an interesting learning environment in which children are safe and secure. The curriculum is focused to ensure all children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

Long-standing community presenceExperienced and dedicated staffSpacious outdoor environmentFocus on individual development

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands (0-2 years, 2-3 years, and 3+ years) and session types. Parents can choose between full-time care (Monday to Friday), full days, or half days. Funded places are available for eligible three and four-year-olds.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Funding is available for eligible three and four-year-olds, including up to 30 hours per week.
  • Standard hours are 8am to 6pm for full days, and 8am-1pm or 1pm-6pm for half days.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks of the year (closed on bank holidays and for one week between Christmas and New Year)

Food

Meals provided, 5-star hygiene rating, menus meet national guidelines for children’s nutrition, can share recipes

Age range

0 to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2001

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Hulton Children's Centre Nursery

Last inspected 11 September 2025 · Deborah Magee

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 settle well at this inclusive nursery. Staff create an interesting learning environment in which children are safe and secure. The curriculum is focused to ensure all children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff are committed to removing barriers that families face in accessing education and care for their children.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities get rapid and targeted support to help them thrive.
  • Partnerships with parents are exceptionally strong.
  • Children show good levels of independence for their age.
  • Staff promote children's physical development very well.

Areas to develop

  • 1help staff to improve their knowledge of effective questioning to further develop children's communication and language skills
  • 2further strengthen the support for staff to help them to enhance the delivery of all aspects of the intended curriculum.
Inspection #10414435 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers and staff are committed to removing barriers that families face in accessing education and care for their children. They adopt a proactive approach to support families. Staff complete thorough assessments of children's development. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities get rapid and targeted support to help them thrive. Managers create robust links with external professionals. Staff work closely with parents and carers. They swiftly put interventions in place to ensure all children progress.

Outdoor space

Babies and young children enjoy exploring the outdoor area. Children enjoy acting out 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt'. Children giggle as they walk, run and climb. This helps children to develop their large muscles and stamina. Children love to learn outdoors and enjoy being physically active.

Parent Reviews of Little Hulton Children's Centre Nursery

3.0
(2)
Priscila Gomes
2 years ago

I really like this nursery, they are very loving, they take good care of the children and they are very attentive. I recommend💜

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Inspection history

Date: September 2010

  • September 2025Good
  • February 2020Good
  • February 2015Outstanding
  • September 2010Good

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