Shine A Light Day Nursery

8 St Phillips House, St Phillips Drive, Royton, Oldham OL2 6AE
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Shine A Light Day Nursery provides children with a natural and calming environment where they are supported by a dedicated team to play, learn and explore.

The outside area offers an abundance of opportunities to play and learn, including a mud kitchen, construction, herb planters and much more.

The nursery caters to children aged 3 months to 3 years and the pre-school section is for children aged 3 to five years.

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Care Provided by Shine A Light Day Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Shine A Light Day Nursery Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Jane Marsh (Director/Owner)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 22
  • Total Places for Children
  • 69
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Shine A Light Day Nursery

  • Available on request
  • Parking

  • The nursery has its own carpark that can be used by team members, parents and carers.


Shine A Light Day Nursery Reviews (63)

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Shine A Light Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Shine A Light Day Nursery has 63 reviews.

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

We love Shine A Light Day Nursery so much! Our daughter is extremely happy there and she is well cared for. She has developed so much over the past year and enjoys going into the nursery in the morning. The staff are so enthusiastic and passionate - they really make an effort to get to know your child
and how to support them. The range of activities is brilliant and we love the Famly app and seeing photos during the day to keep us going whilst at work. It feels like a community. We wouldn’t take our daughter anywhere else!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us a lovely review, and thank you for your kind words: I'll be sure to pass your comments on to our team! We're so glad that you're happy with what we provide - thank you again!


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Review from O A (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing nursery. Every staff member is very welcoming and warm, which makes my partner and I very comfortable leaving our son in their care. It is evident that the staff have good childcare knowledge and take time to get to know each child individually. Overall, this nursery is a wonderful
place and the perfect start to a little one’s life.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. I'll pass your lovely comments to our team - we're so glad you are happy with everything at nursery!


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Review from Alice B (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is always happy to go to the nursery, and everyone I speak to loves this nursery. The staff are lovely as well as the manager. The staff speak really highly of the manager and seem to love their job. The nursery is well-organised, and the children have lots of room to explore.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! Every kind word means so much to our team, and we're so pleased that you are happy with our little nursery.


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Review from Victoria T (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When I visited Shine A Light back in December 2021, I had visited a number of different nurseries before, and nothing compared to the instant feeling of home-from-home.
My daughter has thrived there, and the dedication of the staff is second to none.
The passion that the staff have for the children
and their job is so apparent.
No two days are the same at nursery, and my daughter loves it.
The manager and the team are there for the parents just as much as the children, and I cannot thank them enough for their continued support!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate the time you've taken to review us, and it's always nice to show our Team some lovely feedback.


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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn’t imagine my children going anywhere else. The staff are just so lovely and care about each and every child and their development. The owner of the nursery is amazing and cares about all the children, the parents and the staff.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much - I can't wait to show the team your lovely comments! We're over the moon that you feel this way.


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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended Shine A Light since October 2021. Before he started, he was extremely clingy (lockdown baby!), and Shine A Light has really helped him come out of himself and given him so much confidence. The nurture and support from all of the staff are brilliant. My little boy loves the
variety of activities they do each day, mixing/learning with play.
His favourite part of the day is lunchtime as the food is brilliant, healthy, and varied each day.
I couldn't recommend Shine A Light more.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. Your words mean so much to our team; I can't wait to pass your lovely comments on to them!


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Review from Jamie B (Father of Child) published on 6 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves coming here and is asking all the time to come - even at the weekend. The staff are amazing, and all genuinely love what they do! My little girl is coming on so much in her development, and at three, can even tell you what transparent means because of the amazing work the staff here
do. Shine a Light really is like a second home to our little girl, and we can not thank the staff enough for the amazing work they do.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much! This feedback is amazing, and we’re so happy you feel this way. If we can ever help you with anything, please let us know.


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Review from Mia O (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl absolutely loves coming to Shine a Light and has come on leaps and bounds since being here, being given the opportunities to thrive in her development. All of the staff are so welcoming and are always willing to help with any questions/needs/worries you may have, putting you at ease and
doing so with a smile on their faces! The bond my little girl has with the girls in her room and other staff throughout the nursery is amazing, and there is genuine love being given to her on a daily basis; it really is a home from home. I could not choose a better nursery for my child to attend!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much, Mia! Your kind words mean the world to us all, and we're so happy you feel this way. If you ever need anything, please just ask!


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Review from Rebecca D (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't stress enough how amazing this nursery is! Our little boy had previously attended another nursery, where he was very unsettled and his needs weren't being met. I can't put into words how nice it is to go to work and not have to feel sick with worry because I know he is so much happier and content.
The staff, from the management to all the lovely ladies are so warm and welcoming; it just feels like an extension of our home. We've really learned the hard way how difficult it can be to trust a childcare provider, but Shine A Light is so much more than that. They understand our quirky little boy just as much as we do; they meet his needs and then some! We trust them completely. We have seen such a big positive change in our son in such a short space of time. He adores all the lovely ladies, who always talk about him in such a lovely light, and we just know that they genuinely care about him just as much as we do! I don't think we could ever thank you all enough!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

This is absolutely amazing, thank you so much! The team really appreciate your feedback, and we're so happy that you've found this to be your experience at Shine A Light.


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Review from Alekis W (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As soon as we viewed the nursery, we instantly felt comfortable and knew my child would love it here. We find all the staff attentive and friendly, and I am confident that they look after my child like their own. They do so many activities to progress learning and have lots of messy fun, which you wouldn’t
do at home. My child loves it. The manager has been very accommodating to our individual needs with working patterns, and I couldn’t ask for more. I would definitely recommend it to anyone needing childcare.

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely words! The team really appreciate your feedback, and we're so happy that you've found this to be your experience at Shine A Light.


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Review from Samantha S (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children love coming to Shine a Light nursery. The manager has really created a home away from home. All the staff are lovely and feel like family. My children have blossomed in their care, and they absolutely adore their key workers. It is a pleasure sending them here, and I never feel worried
they aren't happy, having fun or well taken care of. Thank you so much.

Reply from Jane Marsh, Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words. Means a lot.


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Review from Roxanne F (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending this nursery for a few months now, and I couldn’t imagine her going anywhere else. The staff are absolutely amazing. They go above and beyond to ensure that my child is happy and to update us as parents on how my child’s day is going, which I believe is so important. Additionally,
the staff are genuinely very caring, and I believe they look after the children as if they’re their own. It melts my heart when I see the photos they send to me via the parent app, as I can see just how much fun she is having and what activities she is getting on with. The food that is cooked is all homemade and healthy. I can see from the updates that my child eats most of the food, which is evidence that it also tastes great! You can see that management really does look after their staff here, and are always developing them. I think this is very important, as happy staff members have better mental well-being, which contributes to a healthy working environment. 10/10.

Reply from Jane Marsh, Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words. Thank you for choosing Shine A Light!


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Review from Heather D (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We absolutely love our nursery. Our little boy started in January, due to extended furlough after my maternity leave, we had to drop his hours due to finances, and the team couldn't have been more helpful in discussing all the options for changed schedules with us so we could keep him there and what
was available. Since he started, he has absolutely blossomed with an amazing character. He loves all the staff and even has a best friend, who he'll be moving up to his next room, and it's just amazing the developmental changes he's achieved while at nursery and what he's then been motivated to try at home too. Thank you all so much!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

We love looking after all our little ones, but amazing feedback like this is so lovely too! Thank you so much; your support means the world to us!


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Review from Ellisa S (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sending my little one to nursery has always been one of my biggest worries, especially when it became apparent he had additional needs. My main concern was him not being understood, included and accepted. The staff in his rooms have been amazing, and have done what they can to support myself and my
little one. Throughout lockdown, we were kept updated, and the nursery was only a message or a phone call anyway if we needed them. It's been great to see a brand new nursery go from strength to strength and fill up with lots of happy faces! The support and communication from my little ones keyworker is amazing. We have been welcomed with open arms by all staff and would definitely recommend it. The staff are like one big family, and this shines through in the rooms with the children, and the relationships between staff and children are amazing!

Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely words; it means so much to us! Truly thankful to have such supportive families and lovely feedback!


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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Shine A Light is the best nursery for my little boy; he has only been there about 2-weeks, but I can already see how much he has improved thanks to his key person and the other practitioners! The Baby room is so welcoming, looks and feels so cosy! There is a lot of choices, so can explore lots of different
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The managers are so kind as well, always available for a chat and quick to help with any issues I may have! I'm so glad I found Shine A Light for him, as I couldn't imagine him anywhere else!


Reply from Lauren Pickering, Deputy Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really do appreciate all feedback. We're so happy that your little boy has settled in so well with us x


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Review from Tom R (Father of Child) published on 17 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It’s a relatively new nursery but it’s absolutely brilliant! All the workers are really nice and my son has settled in so well and become such a better little boy. Thank you very much Shine A Light nursery you should be very proud 10/10.

Reply from Jane Marsh, Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much. We all adore looking after your little boy. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from Rosmy P (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everybody is demonstrating high standards of childcare. I never ever see them without a charming smile in their face. Very systematic and working very hard towards the development of each child. Very much approachable and welcoming. I am very sure that each child is very well cared for. Another thing
that I noticed is individual attention to each kid and trying to understand their background and promote growth in all aspects. I really recommend Shine A Light.

Reply from Jane Marsh, Manager at Shine A Light Day Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are passionate about caring for all our children and families. So glad you joined us.


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Review from Johnathan B (Father of Child) published on 20 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend this nursery enough and my son is very happy here! The staff are very welcoming and friendly. Our son is happy to be left and always excited to go. I would recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Review from Bethany M (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sending my daughter here really is one of the best decisions I’ve made, her development has exceeded my expectations since starting. We’ve been going to this nursery since the day it opened and it’s gone from strength to strength over the year, the communication (even through lockdown) has been amazing
and puts us parents at ease. There aren’t many people who I would trust with my child but every single member of staff here I would without a second thought.

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Review from Shauna W (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am overwhelmed with how amazing this nursery is, the staff are exceptional, the premises are clean and safe, my son cannot wait to get up and come into nursery and I am completely at ease leaving him there. I trust every staff member completely and would highly recommend to anyone.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.976)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.976) out of 10 for Shine A Light Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 39 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 39 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 4.976 for Shine A Light Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (457 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 468 Ratings = 4.976

  • 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 Shine A Light Day Nursery is based on 39 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 69 number of registered child places is 13.8, which has been reached with 39 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 (26)

Jane

Jane

Job Title: Nursery Director

Joined: 2020

Proprietor


Lauren

Lauren

Job Title: Nursery Manager & DSL

Joined: 2020

Nursery Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead


Emily

Emily

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager & SENDCo

Joined: 2020

Deputy Nursery Manager & SENDCo


Aimie

Aimie

Job Title: Administration Assistant

Joined: 2024

Office based


Phillip

Phillip

Job Title: Nursery Chef

Joined: 2021

Vegan connoisseur


Chloe

Chloe

Job Title: Third in Charge

Joined: 2021

Third in Charge, Grasshopper Room (Maternity Leave)


Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Lead Educator

Joined: 2023

Grasshopper Room (Maternity Cover)


Bethany

Bethany

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Grasshopper Room


Habiba

Habiba

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2023

Grasshopper Room


Nabiya

Nabiya

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Grasshopper Room


Georgia

Georgia

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2025

Grasshopper Room


Megan

Megan

Job Title: Lead Educator

Joined: 2020

Butterfly Room


Toni

Toni

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2024

Butterfly Room


Lauren

Lauren

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2024

Butterfly Room


Angel

Angel

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Butterfly Room


Faiza

Faiza

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2025

Butterfly Room


Rebecca

Rebecca

Job Title: Lead Educator

Joined: 2021

Ladybird Room (Maternity Leave)


Casey

Casey

Job Title: Lead Educator

Joined: 2022

Ladybird Room (Maternity Cover)


Megan

Megan

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2024

Ladybird Room (Maternity Cover)


Lydia

Lydia

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2022

Ladybird Room


Gracy

Gracy

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Ladybird Room


Victoria

Victoria

Job Title: Lead Educator

Joined: 2024

Caterpillar Room


Esha

Esha

Job Title: Senior Educator

Joined: 2020

Caterpillar Room (Maternity Leave)


Mobina

Mobina

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Caterpillar Room (Maternity Cover)


Neelam

Neelam

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2022

Caterpillar Room


Fatima

Fatima

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Caterpillar Room


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