Nursery Advice
Claim Your Nursery

Rainbows Nursery in Manchester

Ofsted: Needs attention·
4.5(8 Google reviews) ·Rainbows Day Nursery, Stamford Street, Manchester, M27 6GU · Salford
Number of places
88 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2026
Local authority
Salford

About this day nursery

Rainbows Nursery, established in 1986, holds the distinction of being Salford's pioneering private nursery. Over several decades, the day nursery has fostered enduring relationships, with many former attendees returning as staff or bringing their own children, testament to the trust and community they have cultivated.

The day nursery is dedicated to providing each child with an optimal start in life, offering a warm and supportive setting led by a team of committed and experienced professionals. Their staff are focused on delivering personalised attention and encouragement to help children flourish.

Operating under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines and registered with Ofsted, Rainbows Nursery ensures its care and educational provisions meet rigorous national standards. They prioritise good nutrition, offering freshly prepared, balanced meals daily to support children's growth and development.

Furthermore, the nursery implements the WellComm approach to foster strong communication skills through play, observation, and structured support, aiming to boost children's confidence and aid their learning and social development from an early age. Rainbows Nursery also actively participates in Salford's Local Offer, demonstrating its commitment to inclusive childcare for children with additional needs or disabilities.

Our ethos

At Rainbows, we believe every child deserves the best possible start. That's why we offer a warm, nurturing environment run by a team of dedicated professionals. Our highly experienced staff are committed to giving each child the time, attention, and support they need to thrive. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines and are registered with Ofsted, ensuring that our care and education meet the highest standards.

Established 1986Ofsted registeredEYFS curriculumInclusive childcareFreshly prepared meals

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers funded Early Education Entitlement places for eligible children. They also provide funded places specifically for eligible two-year-olds, supporting families and allowing children to benefit from early learning.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Early Education Entitlement places are offered for eligible children.
  • Funded places are available for eligible two-year-olds.

Key facts

Food

Freshly prepared, balanced meals and snacks provided daily, designed to meet the dietary needs of young children.

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Needs attention

Last inspected Jun 2026

Headline: Needs attention

Grade summary

Exceptional
—
Strong standard
—
Expected standard
Needs attention
—
Urgent improvement

Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementExpected standard
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesExpected standard
Children's welfare and wellbeingUrgent improvement
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
InclusionExpected standard
Leadership and governanceUrgent improvement
Age range
1 to 4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted report for Rainbows Nursery

Last inspected 16 June 2026

Actions the provider must take

  • Ensure leaders and staff have appropriate knowledge that enables them to identify, respond to and appropriately manage safeguarding concerns, in line with local safeguarding procedures.
  • Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to minimise risks to children.
  • Take all reasonable steps to ensure unauthorised persons are not able to enter the premises.
  • Ensure children have daily access to a safe outdoor area.
  • Ensure leaders are confident in events that are reportable to Ofsted and that they are following the correct procedure.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children now have daily access to a safe and suitable outdoor area.

Google Reviews of Rainbows Nursery

4.5
(8 Google reviews)
Helen Moore
8 years ago

Two of my daughters went here one in 2003 and one in 2016. I think the fact that most of the same familiar faces were still there when my youngest daughter returned speaks volumes. No mum wants to leave thier baby and start back at work but the ' aunties' here made it a lot easier than it was. Both my daughters stayed here from 6months to 3 years of age and I never once had any problems and was extremely sad to see them leave

Read on Google
Katie Nicholson
3 years ago

This nursery go above and beyond for your children its like dropping your child off with family they make you feel at home, my baby has been going twice a week since February and she's loves it, never cries going in and laughs and smiles soon as she sees the staff. I love it!

Read on Google
Robert Jones
5 years ago

Amazing staff, son loves going in.

Read on Google

Reviews from Google for Rainbows Nursery. See all on Google Maps

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

16 June 2026

Needs attention

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

View full Ofsted report

Frequently asked about Rainbows Nursery

Nearby day nurseries in Manchester

Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Rainbows Nursery.

Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details.

Claim listing

Share this nursery

Send to a partner, friend or family member.

This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more