--- title: "Orchards Day Nursery, Stockport | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/orchards-day-nursery-sk4-4lu-ey217002 description: "Orchards Day Nursery in Stockport — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Orchards Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2025) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · 20 Tatton Road South, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 4LU · Stockport Number of places 59 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2025 Local authority Stockport ## About this day nursery Orchards Day Nursery in Stockport, SK4 4LU, registered in 2002, provides a warm and homely childcare environment. The nursery prides itself on its caring staff who build strong bonds with children, ensuring they feel settled and happy. Children benefit from a diverse range of activities, both indoors and in the large garden, fostering their physical development and imaginative play. Staff promote healthy lifestyles through nutritious, meat-free meals and actively involve children in learning where food comes from by planting fruits and vegetables. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on developing children's independence, from self-care skills to supporting their transitions between rooms. With a dedicated team of 23 staff members, many holding Level 3 or higher early years qualifications, Orchards Day Nursery is committed to providing a high-quality learning experience for children aged 0 to 4, operating all year round with government-funded childcare available. What it's like Children are warmly welcomed into this homely setting by the kind and caring staff. Staff build strong bonds and secure relationships with children, helping them to develop a sense of belonging and enjoy their time at the setting. Children enjoy a variety of activities and are eager to join in, which helps to develop their communication and language skills and physical development. Children demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning and behave well. Warm and homely environment Strong parent partnerships Focus on independence Physical development outdoors Healthy lifestyles encouraged Good communication skills ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year All_year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Orchards Day Nursery Last inspected 25 April 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children are warmly welcomed into this homely setting by the kind and caring staff. - Staff build strong bonds and secure relationships with children, helping them to develop a sense of belonging. - Children enjoy a variety of activities and are eager to join in, developing communication and language skills. - The setting provides a range of healthy meat-free meals and snacks, and children learn about healthy lifestyles. - Overall, staff encourage children to develop their independence. - Parent partnerships are a strength in this setting, with staff sharing information and inviting parents to special events. - Children have access to a varied range of books in different areas of the setting, promoting a love of books from an early age. - Staff's well-being is a priority, with leaders supporting staff development and training needs. - Children's transitions between rooms are well organised, ensuring they feel settled and develop secure relationships. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective and promote an open and positive culture. Areas to develop - 1 Adapt mealtime routines to provide children with more opportunities to practise their independence skills. - 2 Support staff to plan learning intentions for activities that focus more precisely on developing children's next steps in learning. Inspection #10380803 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278095) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children benefit from spending time outside in the large garden. Staff provide them with a variety of opportunities to develop their physical skills, such as climbing on various frames and equipment, and carefully stepping and balancing along crates. Staff also provide opportunities for imaginative play outdoors, with younger children using pine cones in the mud kitchen and older children reenacting stories with natural materials. ## Google Reviews of Orchards Day Nursery 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Manreet Johal a year ago Amazing nursery with lovely staff that really care about our little ones. Fresh home cooked meals by a dedicated cook. Superb facilities with excellent staff: children ratios. A credit to our community Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMbTRmRkZBEAE!2m1!1s0x487bb398321d5e2f:0x9f86db7a8273c9c3) Julia France a year ago Creative and caring staff. My granddaughter loves going to the nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNROFBLZFFnEAE!2m1!1s0x487bb398321d5e2f:0x9f86db7a8273c9c3) Kirsty Broughton 7 years ago Amazing nursery. My son has been here since he was 11 months and the nursery staff are amazing! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNva0xIZEFnEAE!2m1!1s0x487bb398321d5e2f:0x9f86db7a8273c9c3) Jenny Westhead 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRZ3VYMll3EAE!2m1!1s0x487bb398321d5e2f:0x9f86db7a8273c9c3) Reviews from Google for Orchards Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=11495116418130889155&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2009 - April 2025 Good - June 2019 Good - July 2015 Good - October 2014 Requires improvement - April 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Orchards Day Nursery ### What outdoor space does Orchards Day Nursery use? ### What do parents say about Orchards Day Nursery? ### From what age does Orchards Day Nursery accept children? ### How is Orchards Day Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### When is Orchards Day Nursery open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Stockport Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Orchards Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Charnwood Stockport · SK4 4RY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/charnwood-sk4-4ry-501447 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Ladybird Heaton Norris Stockport · SK4 1ND https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ladybird-heaton-norris-sk4-1nd-2656507 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Moat House Nursery Stockport · SK4 1SZ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/moat-house-nursery-sk4-1sz-ey397563 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Tiny Turtles Daycare Stockport · SK4 1JG 5.0(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tiny-turtles-daycare-sk4-1jg-2710924 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### 0-2-5 Nursery Stockport · SK4 3JT https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/0-2-5-nursery-ltd-sk4-3jt - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Elm Cottage Day Nursery Stockport · SK4 2HS 5.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/elm-cottage-day-nursery-sk4-2hs-307135 See all nurseries in Stockport →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Stockport ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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