--- title: "Tots Junction Day Nursery, Manchester | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tots-junction-m24-2at-316467 description: "Tots Junction, a day nursery in Manchester — 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 # Tots Junction Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · GRIMSHAW LANE MIDDLETON, MANCHESTER, M24 2AT · Rochdale Number of places 37 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Rochdale ## About this day nursery Tots Junction Nursery, located in Middleton, Manchester, is a privately owned day nursery catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Established and managed by Dawn Walters, who boasts 31 years of experience in childcare, the day nursery prides itself on providing a high standard of care. The setting offers a friendly environment with small groups and operates a Key Worker System, ensuring personalised attention for each child. Tots Junction has received a 'Good' rating from its latest OFSTED inspection and has also been recognised with the 'Golden Grin' award for 11 consecutive years, alongside the 'High 5' Quality Award. Children are encouraged to be active through access to a large outdoor play area and participation in annual outings. The nursery provides free taster sessions to help children and parents familiarise themselves with the environment. Additionally, Tots Junction Nursery offers free childcare placements for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds, including up to 30 hours of funded childcare for working parents, with a commitment to accommodating individual needs. The nursery is also dedicated to inclusivity, offering wheelchair access, comprehensive learning solutions for children with special needs, a variety of dietary alternatives, and provisions to cater to diverse cultural backgrounds. Operating hours are designed for convenience, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm on weekdays. Our ethos We pride ourselves on providing all of our little ones with a safe & comfortable environment that helps learning through play. Each child is also assigned a Key Worker who will follow your child’s progress throughout their stay at Tots Junction. What it's like Children are happy and well settled at this good nursery. They have adapted well to changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parting from their parents with ease. Staff build strong bonds with the children, helping them to feel secure. Privately owned Ofsted rated good Offers funded places for 2, 3 & 4 year olds Free taster sessions Inclusive environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.totsjunction.co.uk/#section-funded) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am in the morning until 6.00pm in the evening Age range 3 months to 5 years old Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tots Junction Last inspected 25 February 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children are happy and well settled and eager to explore. - Children have positive attitudes towards their play and learning. - The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good. - Staff encourage children to be independent and positive behaviour is promoted well. - Partnership working is strong, and an effective programme of supervision and training helps staff to improve their practice. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to fully understand what leaders intend children to learn, particularly in communication and language, and how to implement this effectively - 2 identify how to better support children who prefer to learn outdoors, to fully promote their engagement in learning. Inspection #10221754 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180530) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children "grow in confidence and thrive" Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The provision in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good. Leaders work with parents and external professionals to make referrals and review children's development. This helps gaps in learning to close and helps to prepare children for their next stage in learning. Outdoor space Children access the outdoor area each day. However, leaders do not give outdoor learning enough priority, and children's time outdoors is sometimes very short. Staff do not always make use of the outdoor space or resources to fully promote children's engagement in learning. ## Google Reviews of Tots Junction 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Tammi Allen 4 years ago Great place, great staff. My little boy loves going. I wouldn’t trust him anywhere else. I feel safe and reassured when he’s in their care. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQybHR6bkN3EAE!2m1!1s0x487bb0a84dca877b:0x34965d8a14b83489) Sharon Cairns 6 months ago Absolutely love this nursery my grandson has come on sooo good dawn Louise fantastic girls are the most kindest lovely and have helped him come out of his shell they quickly noticed that he needed extra one to one support and ang started working with him his talking confidence has done an amazing turn around can’t thank you all enough for your continued help support and the love you give him and all your children there thank you 🙏 🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️Sharon xxxx Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w4ME0xOVBjRkJQVkZNdFdEbEpiemN5VkdkUVJXYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bb0a84dca877b:0x34965d8a14b83489) Thomas 4 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sWmQyVTJXRFpKTVRGSE9FczNWakptVm14NFIyYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bb0a84dca877b:0x34965d8a14b83489) simon grady 5 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4aWFYSnF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487bb0a84dca877b:0x34965d8a14b83489) Reviews from Google for Tots Junction. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=3789318984113337481&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2011 - February 2022 Good - April 2018 Good - June 2015 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Tots Junction ### What is the capacity at Tots Junction? ### What does the staff team at Tots Junction look like? ## About the setting Tots Junction registered in 1998. The nursery employs 12 members of staff, with one holding an early years qualification at level 2, and nine at level 3 and above. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 316467 Registered person Walters, Dawn Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in MANCHESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tots Junction. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Baytree Park Private Day Nursery Middleton · M24 2AZ 3.8(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/baytree-park-private-day-nursery-m24-2az-511126 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Cosy Toes Nursery Middleton · M24 1RD 4.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cosy-toes-nursery-m24-1rd-ey303108 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Middleton Nursery School Manchester · M24 2DP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/middleton-nursery-school-m24-2dp-ey482324 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Kirkway Nursery Middleton · M24 1FL https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kirkway-nursery-m24-1fl-ey469046 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Squirrels Childrens Day Nursery Manchester · M24 2HL https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/squirrels-children-day-nursery-middleton-m24-2hu-ey499184 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Twinkle Toes Nursery Middleton · M24 2RJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/twinkle-toes-nursery-m24-2rj-2616760 See all nurseries in MANCHESTER →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=MANCHESTER ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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