Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Newton Heath Children's Centre, Great Newton Street, off Droylsden Road, Manchester M40 1GX
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9.9 104 Reviews
  • Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath, Manchester
Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath is an exceptional nursery, providing outstanding care and education for children. In their most recent Ofsted inspection on 29th March 2023, the nursery was awarded an "Outstanding" rating, a reflection of the excellent learning environment and care provided. Ofsted praised the nursery, noting that children are immersed in their learning experiences, spending significant time engaged, excited, and in awe of the activities and opportunities available to them.

At Newton Heath, children thrive in a nurturing and stimulating environment where their curiosity is encouraged, and their development is prioritised. The nursery also boasts its very own Forest School, Brighter Blossoms, which allows children to explore the natural world and develop their confidence and independence through outdoor learning.

The dedicated staff at Newton Heath create an atmosphere where children are inspired to learn and grow, with a curriculum that promotes hands-on exploration and meaningful experiences. Parents can be assured that their children are not only well cared for but are also given the tools to develop socially, emotionally, and academically in a supportive and enriching setting.

Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath offers an outstanding start to early education, ensuring that children leave with a love for learning and a strong foundation for future success.

Care Provided by Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Louise Horbury (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 24
  • Total Places for Children
  • 134
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 4 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

  • Full day 8.00am till 5.30pm £67.71
    Morning 8.00am till 1.00pm £44.40
    Afternoon 1.00pm till 5.30pm £42.18


  • Parking
  • There are parking facilities in front and at the side of the nursery.


Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath Reviews (104)

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Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath has 104 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Niece settled so well into the nursery and the girls In the room were so lovely and supportive during this transition. The nursery manager was so helpful and answered any questions that I asked. My niece is so happy and does lots of activities during her days in the nursery.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you very much for sharing your positive experiences here at Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath! I am very happy to hear that you felt the transition into joining our setting was supportive. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My niece attending holiday club I was very pleased with the staff and they made all the children very happy and my niece came home very happy and wanting to go back, Thankyou! The manager was also very helpful.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for sharing such lovely feedback about our holiday club! We are so pleased to hear that your niece was excited to return each day. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am pleased with the over all experience and care my son is receiving at nursery. Sending him at 8 months was very hard for me but the staff are all lovely and his room leaders go above and beyond to make sure I know he is well looked after and improving every day! He loves going and I think over all
brighter Beginning's Newton Heath is the perfect nursery for any child.
Thank you to everyone who looks after my son and is involved in his progression.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, Thank you! We appreciate you sharing your feedback, we are very happy to hear that you feel that your child is in safe hands when at our setting. We truly value your kind words. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Parents evening was very thorough, lots of tip and trick and things to focus on to help my little one. Staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome as it's somewhere I have only visited a handful of times.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hi Scott, thank you for taking the time to share this wonderful feedback. I am very pleased to hear you found parents evening useful, we aim to ensure our partnerships with parents is consistently strong. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All of the staff are amazing, so helpful, friendly and caring. They all go above and beyond and have been so welcoming and supportive to our son and to us. Couldn't ask for any more from the whole team.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hi Sara, thank you for taking the time to review our setting, we truly value your feedback. I am so pleased to hear that you feel our team are supportive towards your son and family, we really appreciate your kind words. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My child really enjoys going nursery mainly to see another child attending the nursery always wakes up ams says going to see two children at the nursery today she's always talking about one member of staff in particular and how much she like her I feel she's a little confident thanks to all the staff

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to share your experiences here at Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath! We are so pleased your child is excited to join us each day, it makes us feel so happy that the children truly enjoy their time spent at the setting. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff and manager are absolutely fantastic and amazing there is no problem at all
My daughter loves waking up and going to nursery she is has come on so well since being at brighter beginnings ..

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you very much for sharing your positive experiences here at Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath. I am so pleased to know your daughter is excited to attend our setting! Kind regards, Louise, Nursery manager.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has been with Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery since 2023 and has loved coming every single day.
He's made amazing progress and has learnt so much from all the staff there.
There are always lots of special events happening like stay and plays, Halloween and Christmas community events
and Christmas and summer fairs. The team goes all out to make every experience special for children and families.
The nursery is beautiful and always looks clean and inviting for all.
The whole team are welcoming and kind and shows so much care for each child.
I am very happy that my grandson attends such a wonderful nursery.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review, we are so pleased that you enjoy attending our community events!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good nursery my son has developed so well being here and transitioning into another room, very balanced nutritional meals provided staff are very caring and my son has a very good bond with them all, safe guarding is exceptional and overall care is very good.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We are all so pleased to know you are happy with the care we provide particularly the food, the kitchen team value this compliment. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very accommodating. The staff is lovely and extremely friendly.
The manager is the kindest. She helped and accommodated my child's timing when I needed it the most, unlike the other childcare providers I have experienced. My daughter is extremely happy in this nursery and that's one of the best feelings
as a parent knowing that your child is in good hands while you can work with peace of mind. Thanks again to the staff and the manager for their help.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, we truly value your positive feedback and it means so much to us to know you appreciate the care we provide for our children. Thank you for praising our flexibility as a nursery - we will always try our very best to support our families. I am so pleased to hear that your little one loves coming to our nursery. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here in January, really good settling in sessions, didn't rush her, called me when she was too upset, made an effort to interact and try and help her settle in. 2 weeks later and she absolutely loves it here.

Reply from Laurence Street, Finance Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Thank you for your lovely comments, so happy your daughter has settled in and she is happy and content.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started recently and the staff have been amazing with his settling in and he has built a lovely relationship with his key worker and the other staff. He has learned so much since being there! We are really happy with the care he receives and his development!

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with the care we provide. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are very good. The manager is very helpful and accommodating. Especially the team raindrops lead by room leader who is so amazing as well as her team. My little boy is well cared for.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves coming to nursery, she enjoys her nursery days everyday. She is learning more and more every time she attends. Staff are really good with her, and it is comforting to know she is happy being there. I always receive an update when I pick her up, on how my daughter has been throughout
the day, what she has eaten how much etc. The nursery always has events on for the parents and children. Stay and plays with parents. Staff are always happy to help with any questions I might have. Staff are also encouraging with the toilet training which is a massive help. Overall a very good nursery and gives parents comfort in knowing their child is very well looked after.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback.
Kind regards,
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing with my daughter, she absolutely loves them. Even when at home she asks where her teachers are and if she can see them. They're extremely kind and caring. I haven't got a bad thing to say about them.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are polite and amazing with the children. The manager goes above and beyond and always ensures she greets the children and treats them like her own. This is very special to see, especially when you're leaving your child all day to work, and feeling comfortable and secure in doing so.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very good nursery. Exceptional, lovely and friendly staff, two staff members in particular, and all the staff in the cabin. May God keep you all safe and look after your children as you look after ours.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What good fun it has been tonight. The kids loved it and the staff are brilliant.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Brighter Beginnings for over a year now and since starting he has progressed so much. He has become a very sociable and outgoing child and this is all down to the team. All the staff are knowledgeable and always happy to help with anything I ask. The nursery is always clean and set
up nice for the children. There are lots of different events happening throughout the year like Halloween parties, stay and play and summer and Christmas fairs. The nursery is a great place for children to learn.

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Louise.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended this nursery since he was 11 months old and remains at the breakfast/holiday club now in school. Fantastic care and support with learning. Only downside is the holiday/breakfast club does not align with local school holidays meaning lack of childcare for a few weeks which is not
ideal with both parents working. Thank you for all the care!

Reply from Louise Horbury, Nursery Manager at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

Hello, thank you for taking the time to write your review, we truly value your feedback. Kind regards, Louise.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.894)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.894 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath is calculated as follows: ( (319 Excellents x 5) + (38 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 357 Ratings = 4.894

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath is based on 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 134 number of registered child places is 26.8, which has been reached with 30 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (5)

Louise

Louise Horbury

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

Hello, my name is Louise and I have worked within the early years sector for over ten years and joined the Brighter Beginnings team in 2023. Over my decade of experience, I have worked my way up from an apprentice to becoming a nursery manager. I have gained an array of knowledge during my time as an early-year practitioner, beginning with a level 2 apprenticeship and more recently graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University completing a degree in Early Years and Childhood studies.


My passion for early years has been something that has driven me to ensure all children and families have a sense of belonging during their time in our setting and feel that they are listened to and understood. As a parent myself, I aim to give support to all families and hope to build strong partnerships with parents and carers. At Brighter Beginnings Newton Heath we love to arrange lots of different special events across the year which we open up to the whole community, some of our most recent events have been a Halloween event in our outdoor provision ‘Brighter Blossoms’, summer and Christmas fairs and stay and play sessions.


It’s a wonderful way to reach out to families and the wider community.


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Karen

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2016

Hello, my name is Karen and I have been with Brighter Beginnings for 8 years and have over 30 years experience working with children and families.


I am level 3 qualified in early years and also hold level 2 and 3 in play work.

As a room leader, my aims are to provide a safe, secure and caring environment for our babies and children, where they can thrive and develop in their own unique way. I enjoy working alongside the big staff team here at Newton Heath as there is a wide range of qualifications and years of experience amongst our team members. I feel that we all contribute and collaborate with one another to further develop our own knowledge to provide outstanding care for children and families.


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Imogen

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2021

Hello, my name is Imogen, I joined Brighter Beginnings in 2021.


I began my career as an apprentice achieving a Distinction grade in my level 3 qualification.
Since then, I have been given the opportunity to be Newton Heath’s 16–24-month (Little Explorer’s) room leader.


As a room leader, I take pride in all of my work and I am determined to do whatever I put my mind to. I feel confident when leading my team and ensuring children’s and family’s needs are always met to a high standard. I ensure a high-quality provision is provided to the children in our care, and ensure the playroom is fun, inviting and welcoming to all!


I am always looking for new ways and activities to engage the children. I enjoy working together as a whole nursery to create a happy, engaging space for children to grow, develop and establish a positive sense of self.


Paige

Paige

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2018

Hello, my name is Paige and I am a level 3 qualified nursery practitioner. I completed my qualification as an early years practitioner in college 12 years ago. I have worked at Brighter Beginnings for over 6 years, progressing to becoming a room leader in 2022.


I love working with children and families and giving them new and exciting experiences to promote their growth and development.


As a mum to two young boys myself, I understand how parents may feel when introducing their little ones to nursery life, but with the support of the whole team, we believe we create a smooth transition for both parents and the children.


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Ellie

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2020

Hi, my name is Ellie and I’m one of the room leaders in our Adventures room. I have been a part of the Brighter Beginnings team since 2020.


I’m currently enrolling on a Level 5 Qualification which I’m really excited to begin and feel will help me progress in my leadership position. I pride myself on sharing my knowledge with the whole team to ensure high standards are maintained throughout everything that we do here at Newton Heath.


I love working in the early years and being able to provide the children with great awe and wonder opportunities and new experiences. I enjoy supporting and encouraging children to reach development milestones, and feel a sense of accomplishment myself when children achieve!


Frequently Asked Questions about Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath

What is the Age Range of Children that Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath accepts?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath Open?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath have capacity for?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath has capacity for a total of 134 Children.

How far is Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Newton Heath to the centre of Manchester?

3.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.