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[North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Thorley Day Nursery # Thorley Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 101 Thorley Lane, Timperley, ALTRINCHAM, WA15 7AL · Trafford Number of places 22 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Trafford About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thorley Day Nursery is an independent, family-owned and operated nursery and pre-school located on the main road connecting Timperley and Hale villages. It caters to children aged three months to five years and is registered with Ofsted. The nursery prides itself on offering a calm and welcoming environment with extensive facilities and a dedicated staff team. They encourage prospective families to visit and experience the nursery firsthand. Contacting Lucy Pettit, the Nursery Manager, is recommended to check availability and schedule a visit. The nursery prioritises children's well-being and consistent care by requiring a minimum attendance of two full days per week. It operates from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks a year, closing only for Bank Holidays and during the Christmas to New Year period. Thorley Day Nursery supports various government funding schemes for childcare and offers discounts for full-time places and for younger siblings attending concurrently with older siblings. What it's like Children within this homely setting benefit from staff who are passionate about providing quality early learning opportunities. They are well cared for by the nurturing and friendly staff, who know them well. Staff observe children as they play and evaluate their observations, which supports them to identify where children are in their learning and what they need to do to promote their continuing progress. Family-owned and run Caters for 3 months to 5 years Offers flexible drop-off and pick-up Accepts various childcare funding schemes Sibling discount available ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours 8am – 6pm, Monday – Friday, 51 weeks of the year (closed Bank Holidays and Christmas to New Year) Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Thorley Day Nursery Last inspected 1 May 2024 · Liz Thomson 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 within this homely setting benefit from staff who are passionate about providing quality early learning opportunities. They are well cared for by the nurturing and friendly staff, who know them well. Staff observe children as they play and evaluate their observations, which supports them to identify where children are in their learning and what they need to do to promote their continuing progress. Inspector highlights - Children have positive attitudes to learning and play imaginatively. - Staff are attentive and aware of all children's needs. - Children have daily opportunities to be physically active. - Staff teach children different mathematical concepts through a range of daily activities. - Staff promote children's independence and healthy eating. Areas to develop - 1 focus professional development opportunities more precisely to develop all staff's knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning. Inspection #10335162 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248836) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Thorley Day Nursery Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10335162 Lead inspector Liz Thomson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248836)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY391817) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=thorley-day-nursery-wa15-7al-ey391817) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents appreciate the help and support they receive. They feel that staff regularly go above and beyond what is expected of them and that their children are happy and well cared for. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children have daily opportunities to be physically active. They practise their physical skills as they learn to run and climb in the large outdoor area. Staff encourage children to think carefully as they learn to take and manage risks as they play. ## Parent Reviews of Thorley Day Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJqUGOcUsLSFbgju0zD-1IEiUyUd46BQbATUA3JcczH4hc3Uw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Debbie Bickerstaffe a year ago Thorley Day Nursery is a fantastic nursery. The environment, activities and staff are fantastic. We are very lucky to have found this nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyZy11WXlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bacdde4805149:0x19927abb24cc47da) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUq1ixHjJfjN3Ow6JyBHCgPiRy3F_EpqTrrChqfm1A6kLRgDeM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alex Langton a year ago Wonderful staff and great environment for learning and playing! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyMGEtTE5REAE!2m1!1s0x487bacdde4805149:0x19927abb24cc47da) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI-4vjqlL5zJbD_1oEpU6nVqgZt9eyaNC9s192HP3rtJ8I7Kb4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vanessa Shaw 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNtME42QlZnEAE!2m1!1s0x487bacdde4805149:0x19927abb24cc47da) Reviews from Google for Thorley Day Nursery. 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