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The Forest Tree Nursery

Ofsted: Expected standard·
4.6(18 parent reviews) ·Brook Street, Oldham, OL9 0HW · Oldham
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2026
Local authority
Oldham

About this day nursery

The Forest Tree Nursery in Oldham, registered on May 14, 2024, is a childcare setting for children aged 0 to 5, with a capacity of 60. The nursery is committed to inclusivity, utilising early years pupil premium funding to support individual children and enhance staff practices.

They invest in continuous staff training, including communication development and the Raising Early Achievement in Literacy project, to strengthen interactions and improve children's language and school readiness. Leaders work closely with the local authority and family hubs to provide flexible support for families and address community needs.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on communication and language development through stories, conversations, and small-group activities. Children especially enjoy the outdoor environment, where they can engage in physical activities like climbing, running, and crawling, which is a key part of their curriculum.

The staff foster a positive and open safeguarded environment where children are valued and encouraged to explore, promoting a strong sense of self and offering opportunities to learn about healthy choices and managing emotions.

Our ethos

At The Forest Tree Nursery, we are firm believers in giving every child the best start in life. We understand that early childhood experiences shape lives, and we acknowledge that a single style of learning does not suit every child. We foster an environment where each child is nurtured, encouraged to learn at their own pace within a safe and caring setting. Working alongside families, staff, and our wider community, our aim is to empower each child to reach their full potential through enriching experiences that expand their learning horizons. Our outdoor environment ensures that children have the opportunity to explore the world around them in a large, natural space, where they can take managed risks supported by our staff, who promote self-belief and resilience.

What it's like

Children enjoy attending this warm, welcoming and inclusive setting where staff build strong relationships with both children and their families. Staff create a safe and nurturing environment where children feel secure, valued and confident to explore. Positive partnerships with parents help staff understand children's individual needs well and support them to make progress from their starting points. Children benefit from an inclusive curriculum that reflects the needs of the community. Staff quickly identify children who may need additional support and work closely with external agencies and families to ensure that children receive timely interventions.

Strong inclusionEffective safeguardingOutdoor learning emphasis

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges on a session basis, offering morning, afternoon, and full day sessions. Additional hourly rates apply for extra or stretched hours. Meals are charged separately per item, and late collection fees are applied on a five-minute basis.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Meals (breakfast, snack, lunch, and high tea) are charged separately.
  • Late collection fees are charged for every 5 minutes of lateness.
  • Extra sessions outside of normal bookings can be arranged at an hourly rate.

Key facts

Opening hours

Morning Sessions: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, Afternoon Session: 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm, Full Day Session: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

Term time / All Year

All_year

Established

2024

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Expected standard

Last inspected Apr 2026

Headline: Expected standard

Grade summary

Exceptional
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Strong standard
Expected standard
Needs attention
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Urgent improvement
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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 wellbeingExpected standard
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
InclusionStrong standard
Leadership and governanceExpected standard
Age range
0 to 5
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Forest Tree Nursery

Last inspected 30 April 2026

Actions the provider must take

  • Leaders should continue to embed the curriculum during routines during different times of the day, such as during mealtimes.
  • Leaders should support staff to ensure that teaching is highly effective across the whole team.

What it's like to attend

Children enjoy attending this warm, welcoming and inclusive setting where staff build strong relationships with both children and their families. Staff create a safe and nurturing environment where children feel secure, valued and confident to explore. Positive partnerships with parents help staff understand children's individual needs well and support them to make progress from their starting points. Children benefit from an inclusive curriculum that reflects the needs of the community. Staff quickly identify children who may need additional support and work closely with external agencies and families to ensure that children receive timely interventions.

Inspector highlights

  • The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders and staff fostering an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
  • The setting demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion and uses early years pupil premium funding effectively.
  • Leaders invest in staff training, including communication development and the Raising Early Achievement in Literacy project.
  • Partnerships with families and the community are a key strength, with the manager working with the local authority and family hubs.
  • Children make secure progress and develop skills needed for their next stage, with older children learning to recognise and write their names.
  • Staff promote kindness and caring relationships, supporting older children through small-group sessions to build self-esteem and confidence.
  • Children enjoy attending this warm, welcoming, and inclusive setting where staff build strong relationships with children and their families.
  • The nursery has developed an inclusive curriculum that reflects the needs of the community and encourages outdoor learning.
  • Staff actively promote healthy lifestyles, educating parents and providing healthy meals and snacks.
  • Leaders maintain robust safer sleeping procedures and ensure staff are up-to-date with current guidance.
  • The setting meets the requirements of both the compulsory and voluntary Childcare Register.
  • Leaders demonstrate passion and commitment towards improving the setting and have a clear understanding of the community they serve.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with emerging or identified needs are recognised quickly, with clear individual plans in place. Staff work closely with external agencies and support parents to understand and access appropriate interventions. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make consistent progress. Those who previously had limited communication and social interaction now engage confidently in play and begin to express their needs confidently.

Outdoor space

Children particularly enjoy the outdoor environment, which forms a key part of the curriculum. Staff recognise the importance of outdoor learning and provide children with regular opportunities to climb, run, crawl and explore. This supports children's physical development and ability to regulate their feelings.

Parent Reviews of The Forest Tree Nursery

4.6
(18)
Zainab Suleman
4 months ago

My child has been attending this nursery now for 6 months and I have seen good improvements both in my child and the nursery. The staff are very attentive and meet all my child's needs very well. The nursery manager Mez and the rest of the team do an amazing job in looking after each and every child individually. My child has settled in well and enjoys the nursery routine, learning lots and developing intellectually and socially and meeting all developmental milestones which is really pleasing to see. The nursery is clean & not too overwhelming for the children, they have plenty of outdoor time too as they specialise in being a forest nursery. Allergies and health issues are taken seriously & parental concerns are always listened to. The nursery adopts a holistic approach working together with the staff, children and the parents. I feel content sending my child to Forest Tree nursery and will always recommend it to family and friends. Thank you to all the staff at Forest Tree for your hard work, dedication & looking after all the children really well.

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Amina Begum
4 months ago

My daughter started at this nursery a few months ago, and our experience so far has been extremely positive. From the very beginning, the staff have been welcoming, attentive, and highly professional, which made the settling-in process smooth and reassuring for both my daughter and us as parents. The team clearly care about the children and take the time to understand each child’s individual needs. Communication has been excellent, and we are always kept informed about our daughter’s day, progress, and development. We are very happy with the level of care and support provided and would confidently recommend this nursery to other parents looking for a nurturing and professional setting for their child.

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Bushra Majid
3 months ago

I am very disappointed with the level of service provided by this nursery. Communication has been extremely poor throughout our experience. During my daughter’s settling-in session, I received a call within five minutes saying she was not settling. I feel that there was not enough time or effort given to help her settle in properly. I was also informed that the nursery had several new starters at the same time and were struggling to manage them all. This raised serious concerns for me about whether they are able to reliably care for my daughter. I was told that the manager would contact me to discuss the next settling-in session, but I never received a call. I also sent an email outlining my concerns and, to date, have not received any response. This lack of follow-up and communication feels unprofessional. Additionally, I was made aware that children were attending the nursery while suffering from bronchitis, which caused me to question the nursery’s illness and health policies. Overall, this experience has left me very dissatisfied and concerned.

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Sabah Haseen
10 months ago

I had always intended on homeschooling my child as I never thought I would find a nursery/school setting that would nurture my child and allow my child to blossom in a way that aligns with my values. Then a colleague of mine recommended the Forest Tree and I attended the open day. It all went uphill from here! The care and affection showed to my child whilst at the nursery has blown me away. The Manager Mez and all the teachers treat every child with the greatest care. They connect with the child and allow the child to express themselves and speak to them on their level catering to their needs and allowing them safe space to be themselves and learn at the same time. As a parent the communication regarding my child's day to day progress and development has been exceptional. They have included me in my child's special milestones - his first school party, his first school trip and then his graduation which was executed in the most beautiful manner. The Forest Tree Nursery has enabled my son to become a confident young boy and taught him what he needs to progress and move on to the next chapter in his life. I will send all my children here and I could not recommend this Nursery enough! Thank you Mez for creating such a safe space for our children and to all the lovely teachers; Selina, Iman & Sally.

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kolsuma begum
9 months ago

Forest Tree Nursery has been such a wonderful experience for me, my husband, and our daughter and it continues to be outstanding in everything they do. From the very beginning, Manager Mez has been incredibly welcoming and supportive, making the whole transition so easy and comforting. The entire staff are warm, caring, and genuinely nurturing towards each child. It truly puts my mind at ease knowing our daughter is in such good, safe, and loving hands. Forest Tree Nursery is exceptional, and I honestly cannot recommend it enough! A big thank you to Mez and the entire team for creating such a safe and special space for our little ones. 😊

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

30 April 2026

Expected standard

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

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