Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

3 Chandos Road, Prestwich, Manchester M25 9WW
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9.7 28 Reviews
  • Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich, Manchester
Kids adVentures Prestwich is a childcare nursery and Forest School. Located at 2 different sites (just 10 minutes apart) the traditional nursery and separate forest school give a rounded learning experience before going to school which fosters imagination, confidence and learning.

Outdoor education is a big part of Kids adVentures, both within a large garden and in a dedicated Forest School.

Toddlers and babies are based at the traditional nursery setting on Chandos road until they turn 3. They then progress up to the separate forest school site to gain a full outdoor learning experience before going to primary school. Here the children learn the full early years curriculum but in an outdoor environment.

Every day at Kids adVentures is different and full of fun. The setting specialises in providing a week full of different activities from baking through to craft, wildlife, education and learning about the outside world.

It is a small, family orientated nursery, working in small groups to help each child to grow and learn as an individual. The nursery is bright and friendly with each room designed to encourage child development in a safe and comfortable environment.

The Kids adVentures team are all passionate and professional childcare practitioners. The Forest School leaders are enthusiastic about utilising the outdoors to foster confidence, teamwork and education.

Each child is cared for by a key worker who focuses on the child's specific development plan and provides parental feedback on a daily basis.

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Care Provided by Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kerry Sharples (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 11
  • Total Places for Children
  • 35
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

  • Core Day- 8:00-17:30- £63.15
    Half Day (7:30-12:30/13:00-18:00)- £29.48
    Early Bird- 7:30-8:00- £3.00
    Late Collection- 17:30-18:00- £3.00

  • Supplementary tariffs are applicable for funded places
  • Parking

  • Lots of free on street parking available at both settings


Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich Reviews (28)

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Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich has 28 reviews.

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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time at Forest School and we have seen her develop both socially and academically. Her confidence has grown considerably. Thank you Forest School for all the support and encouragement you give our daughter. She has truly thrived in your care.

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Review from D N (Father of Child) published on 23 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Forest School since January 2023. We've always been pleased with the care and attention he's received but I would say that over the past few months the Forest School has improved significantly. The new leadership have done a magnificent job and are an absolute credit to Kids adVentures.
Thank you to everyone at the Forest School for creating such a warm and positive learning environment.

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Review from N L (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We currently have our youngest at the nursery and our oldest at Forest School and we are really happy with both settings. The nursery is a calm and caring place, our daughter loves going in the morning and has been thriving there. The staff is lovely and she's really attached to them. Forest School:
I think this is one of the best experiences our son has had so far in his life. He comes back from school covered in mud and sporting the biggest smile, he talks about insects and birds he has seen during the day, about leaves and plants he knows. I am so happy we chose this school for him, giving him the possibility to spend time outdoors and enjoy the freedom that young children should have.

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Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Forest school. Amazing place for children to explore the world around them, The outdoor space and outdoor activities are incredible, unique and enable the children to thrive - much better than being stuck indoors with toys and tiny/basic concrete outside area. We think all children should experience
forest school - experience and learn about nature. Staff are lovely and know so much.

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Review from R Z (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

For my son this nursery has been an excellent experience to do a variety of activities. The staff are focused always on the care/development of the children.
We are quite happy with the nursery standards.

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Review from J P (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent all-around experience for both my children, different years. Fun all day!

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Review from T B (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has a very good time here. The staff seem very caring. Children spend a lot of time learning outdoor in all weathers.

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Review from E J (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has absolutely loved his time at forest school. There is no other setting like it, the opportunity for your children to learn and play in nature whilst being able to explore every day is incredible.
The team and morals that they teach the children are aligned with how I want my children to
grow up. I would recommend forest school to anyone. Going to really miss it. Thank you for everything these last 2 years. My son has loved it!

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since being at forest school, my daughter's independence she confidence have grown so much. The teachers are great, they obviously care about the children a lot. They play creative games that help them both with their education and all of their transition phases as they learn to navigate the world.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended the nursery and then forest school since 2021. I was keen for him to attend the nursery as it was attached to the forest school which has been the best decision for us and him. He thrives in such a physical environment and we've both been very keen for him to stay in a play/nature-based
environment for as long as possible. There has been a high staff turn over which seems to have settled more recently and it's a really lovely team there now who look after the children so well - the new management has made a big difference to this I think. My son loves bringing home the eggs from the chickens and he has already asked to attend the holiday clubs once he starts school in Sept.

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Review from B P (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has thrived at forest school. The teachers have nurtured his interests and created a lovely environment for exploring, building and learning all whilst having fun and getting covered in mud. I am really glad they came here and learnt so much about nature as well as preparing for school transitions.

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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 3 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'd like to share feedback for the current Kids Adventures Nursery and Forest School Team, especially one staff member in particular who leads the team brilliantly and makes that place a safe and magical environment for my son. The staff are incredible and they genuinely would go above and beyond to
help the children to feel at home and assist their development in every single step. It has been beautiful to watch them build bonds with the staff and the other children. The staff member mentioned previously is a superstar, she has been with them for less than 6 months and has already made a significant impact: she brings ideas and implements them to bring consistency for the children, she is clear and transparent while communicating with us, listens to our points and concerns and tries to attend our demands efficiently. Our son is the happiest child and loves going to Forest School, we appreciate all the love, attention and support received from all his teachers. I can't recommend this place enough, it is simply incredible.

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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot speak highly enough about this nursery. They care extremely well for my daughter and she loves going there, she even asks to go on days when she's not in. The nursery (the management and nursery nurses) supported me through a very hard period, they went above and beyond by allowing my daughter
to attend the nursery while my grandmother was in a coma, it made an extremely hard time just a little easier and for that, I'm forever grateful.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves his time at Kids Adventures Nursery and Forest School. The staff have good relationships with the children, teaching them to develop their interpersonal skills along with practical life skills, such as fire safety and learning though nature. The location and environment fosters open ended
learning through play, which is led by the children and supported by the staff. He always comes home happy, having learnt something new, which he is eager to share with us.

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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

My little boy has just left the Forest School at Kids adVentures after just over a year.
He did enjoy going and the children do seem happy when they are there but we found the Forest school had poor communication, constant staff changes, lack of information at handovers, zero feedback on child development
and our bill was frequently incorrect. We were told we would receive daily photos of their activities but that very rarely happened and we were sent about 4 photos in 12 months.
I raised a couple of concerns about my child and I don’t feel they were taken seriously.
The staff all seem nice but the Forest school lacks management and it doesn’t have a welcoming vibe.

Reply from Kate Simpson, Marketing Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

Thank you for your feedback, its great to hear that your little boy enjoyed his time at forest school.
I am sorry to hear that you were disappointed with communication and staff changes. We have recently changed our nursery software management system to enable better communications for parents and clearer billing. In terms of staffing we have had some changes in staffing due to bereavement where we gave staff extended compassionate leave.
We did reach out to you separately to invite you to make a formal complaint as this would enable us to carry out a formal investigation, however you declined.


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Review from Nicola T (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff here are incredible, they go above and beyond to provide the best care for the children, you can tell they actually care about each child and nothing is ever too much for them to do. The children are always so happy and you can tell they are very well looked after and not just a number. My
little boy has made so much progress since starting here and it’s all down to the amazing staff.

Reply from Kate Simpson, Marketing Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

Thank you for your lovely review of the nursery, we are so glad you chose Kids Adventures Prestwich and we have loved looking after your little one!


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Review from M E (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot say enough positive things about this nursery and how my 4-year-old daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her year and a half here! So much so, we opted to not start her at nursery school last September, choosing instead to stay on at forest school longer.
She’s a “girly girl” and the adventurous
magical atmosphere of this environment has her full attention! From making crowns, wands and potions to cooking garlic bread from scratch around the campfire and feeding the chickens - she’s enthralled!
The staff have been amazing with her and she has formed happy, loving bonds with you all. For that, her father and I will be forever grateful. Her 1st nursery wasn’t a great fit for her and we’re so happy we found this nursery as she had no issue settling in and finding her place amongst the adventure and fun. You are all solely responsible for bringing along our very very fussy eater in ways we have struggled to at home! Thank you all so much!

Reply from Amy Johnston, Nursery Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

Thank you for your wonderful review of forest school, we are so glad she stayed with us for her nursery year!


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Review from Colin H (Father of Child) published on 28 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy attends Kids AdVentures he has attended the nursery since he was 9 months old and has recently turned 2 and moved up into the next room. He has also received amazing care from all the staff. They go above and beyond, management always sort out any questions or queries that we have. Myself
and my wife are extremely happy with the nursery our little boy is thriving and thats thanks to the care, love and amazing activities that he does. Our eldest child also attended the nursery from a baby right through to forest school.

Reply from Amy Johnston, Nursery Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

Thank you for your lovely review of the nursery. It has been, and still is a pleasure, to care for your children and see them grow and develop!


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Review from Y B (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our eldest started at Kids adVentures when he was 8 months old, and is now continuing in the Forest School. Our youngest has just started at the nursery. When choosing a nursery, especially with such young children, the most important thing to us was that the child would feel really cared for - a home
away from home. We absolutely found this at Kids adVentures. The staff genuinely care about the children, and the children build lovely bonds with both the staff and the other children. This allows for an environment where communication flows easily between the nursery and home, and any issues or concerns that are brought up are dealt with efficiently and thoughtfully, in close collaboration with the parents. The activities the children do are extremely varied and interesting (from yoga to baking, to water play and art) and there is usually a weekly theme. The children go outside for fresh air most days which is great - our child usually comes home tired but very happy, and excited to share details of his day.

Reply from Amy Johnston, Nursery Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

What a lovely review of our nursery and forest school! Thank you so much!


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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy started in November 2021. He is really sensitive and it took him a while to settle but the staff were amazing.
One of the things that is really important to us is flexibility around naps. He still needed a cheeky 10 min morning nap because he was so little and they facilitated that no
trouble. I've heard of other nurseries insisting kids are on one nap a day which would have been awful.
The staff are so loving and kind. Our little boy is very attached to both his key worker and buddy key worker.
We also love how much time they spend outside.

Reply from Amy Johnston, Nursery Manager at Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

I am so happy that the team were able to offer you the flexibility with the sleep routine, thanks for your lovely review!


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.700)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10 for Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.700 for Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich is calculated as follows: ( (162 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (7 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.7

  • 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 Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich is based on 16 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 35 number of registered child places is 7, which has been reached with 16 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 (2)

Amy

Amy Johnston

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2021

I have worked at Kids Adventures Prestwich since October 2021. I really enjoy working here and offering a unique, homely environment for our children. I have worked in early years settings for over 13 years, I am level 3 qualified and have previously worked in a range of large nursery settings. My favourite aspects of Kids Adventures are our small, intimate base rooms, where children create secure relationships with the staff and children and thrive off the consistency of care they receive and also, our forest school ethos where children learn outdoors and become confident and resilient individuals before their eventual move to school.


If you are interested in a place for your child/children, I would love to show you around the setting, and discuss your requirements and what we offer.


Joanne

Joanne Li-Timmins

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2021

My name is Joanne and I am the deputy manager here at Kids Adventures Prestwich, I am level 6 qualified and have worked in nurseries for over 5 years.
I am passionate about our setting and the care we provide. I really like how intimate the nursery is and how children settle quickly, building amazing bonds with our team. It is also a privilege to care for our wonderful children and families.


Frequently Asked Questions about Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich

What is the Age Range of Children that Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich accepts?

Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich Open?

Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich 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 Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich have capacity for?

Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich has capacity for a total of 35 Children.

How far is Kids adVentures Nursery and Forest School Prestwich to the centre of Manchester?

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

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