Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Heywood Road, Castleton, Rochdale OL11 3BT
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  • Holyrood Nursery Castleton, Rochdale
Holyrood Nursery Castleton is based in Rochdale and is a restored church that is a grade II listed building.

The nursery is registered to care for children aged between the ages of six weeks to five years.

Holyrood has four playrooms each equipped with toys and activities that are age and stage relevant for children. There is also a large outdoor space that has two separate areas, each with a range of outdoor toys and equipment.

Holyrood Castleton has been awarded a variety of awards and has staff that are fluent in Urdu.

Holyrood nursery offers sibling discounts, Emergency Services staff discounts, long opening hours, delivery acceptance and much more.

Please contact them to arrange a personal viewing of this vibrant nursery in the heart of Rochdale.

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Care Provided by Holyrood Nursery Castleton

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Amanda Newsham (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 80
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 1 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, Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for Holyrood Nursery Castleton

  • Contact us to learn more about our competitive fee structure. Funded spaces available.

Holyrood Nursery Castleton Reviews (111)

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Holyrood Nursery Castleton has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Holyrood Nursery Castleton has 111 reviews.

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Review from A S (Father of Child) published on 2 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends the nursery and smiles every day walking in! She has had the best settling-in period and the nursery staff are all so kind and welcoming. The girls in the baby room worked really hard to make sure she settled in well and I'm very happy with everything so far. Especially the new meals
she has been having a very good variety of foods.

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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery my son has attended from 9 months old and now he is turning 2 this summer, all the staff are lovely and my son thoroughly enjoys going to nursery, he has developed so much with the help of the girls and the activities they carry out. Would recommend 10/10. It’s always been a safe and
friendly environment that I have felt at ease leaving my son at such a young age! Thank you all!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you for your wonderful recommendation, the team are delighted to read it, from everyone at Thrive.


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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to say how impressed we have been at the improvements made in the nursery in the past 6 months or so. My child has made so much progress with our child’s development and getting him ready for school in September and has built a great parent partnership with us to bring Our son on in
areas he struggles with such as recognising his name and recognising numbers. Almost every day we are able to see observations on the app and our child’s meals are uploaded now daily which works much better for us as a working family to see what he has eaten. Overall we feel Holyrood Castleton is the best place for our son and preparing him for school.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you for your wonderful review, the team are delighted to read it and hear your son is thriving, from everyone at Thrive.


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Review from A L (Father of Child) published on 1 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves coming here and experiencing the great character of the nursery.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team.


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Review from Sophie P (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our girls had their first settling-in session. They have had a wonderful time.
Thank you!

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from Abigail M (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery, my son loves coming.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, excellent staff my daughter loved going here she has come on really well in her learning she is now at school and Holyrood made the transition easier for her. Thank you, Holyrood and all staff.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. Child loves coming. Always receive feedback.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from Z B (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with extremely friendly/helpful staff. Nothing is too much trouble and always go above and beyond!

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves her time at Holyrood. She has grown and thrived during her time there. I find the staff very friendly and approachable.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from M H (Father of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Holyrood Nursery Castleton for two full days a week for the past two years and absolutely loves going! She regularly talks about the fun she has with her friends and staff. The staff have been brilliant throughout, very professional, friendly and always available to have
a chat about our daughter if needed. In terms of management, they are also always on hand to answer any questions and have accommodated our childcare needs very well, allowing us to change the day our daughter attends due to our work commitments. The app is also used very well and we love to receive photos via it with updates on how our daughter's day is progressing. We have no reservations and only praise the nursery, from the people who work there to the variety of food that is served. Our second child will be joining our daughter there! Many thanks and keep up the good work!

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team.


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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very welcoming, friendly staff, good facilities. All activities for every age group. No problem too small. The manager runs the nursery very well.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team.


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Review from B B (Father of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The communication between staff and parents is amazing and the app is working really well to be able to see growth in the children is great, really well used.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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

My daughter loves Holyrood. She has made some amazing friendships and loves all the staff.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from N I (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended Holyrood Nursery Castleton, I would not pick elsewhere If I had a third child! They have given my children the best possible start and when they are in nursery, the children are provided with interesting and stimulating activities. Staff help to progress my children on
any areas of concern e.g. my son is struggling with his tripod grip ready for school, so the nursery engaged him with fine motor skill activities to help him.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from Jade D (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has spent the last 4 years at Holyrood.
She has made lots of friends and become very fond of the staff in every room.
She will miss everyone!
She has loved learning and growing in the environment.
She will be sad to go.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from Terrae L (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our little boy started at Holyrood Easter 2022 and we cannot deny the progress he has made! He loves coming to nursery and has formed such good bonds with the staff. We love to see him reach out for cuddles in the morning at drop-off, it reassures us to know he feels safe and secure here. We would 100%
recommend Holyrood and have no regrets in choosing this nursery for our baby.
Special thanks to the manager and the team for making him feel so welcome.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son really enjoys his days at nursery and has made good relationships with all the staff.
Management are quick to respond to any issues raised.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team


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Review from Angela K (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter came to Holyrood Nursery Castleton and now my son does too. They both absolutely love it. The staff are amazing with them and we have noticed how much they have come on. I wouldn't send them anywhere else.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, we are delighted to hear your children enjoy their time at nursery. It is wonderful to hear your positive comments about our lovely staff team.
Many thanks,
The Thrive Team.


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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Good nursery and the children enjoy attending. Different activities and a good menu for lunch and dinner.

Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are so happy to hear your positive comments and delighted you feel that we have a good range of activities on offer. We work hard to provide a healthy, diverse menu for the children so it is wonderful to hear you feel it meets your children's needs.
Many thanks,
The Thrive Team.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.835)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10 for Holyrood Nursery Castleton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.835 for Holyrood Nursery Castleton is calculated as follows: ( (199 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 237 Ratings = 4.835

  • 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 Holyrood Nursery Castleton is based on 20 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 80 number of registered child places is 16, which has been reached with 20 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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Zoe Larkin

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Zoe I manages the nursery and staff team to ensure they provide a secure family environment. Here you can feel relaxed and confident in the knowledge that your child is being cared for by dedicated staff in a safe environment.


Frequently Asked Questions about Holyrood Nursery Castleton

What is the Age Range of Children that Holyrood Nursery Castleton accepts?

Holyrood Nursery Castleton accepts Children aged from 0 years 1 month to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Holyrood Nursery Castleton Open?

Holyrood Nursery Castleton 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 Holyrood Nursery Castleton have capacity for?

Holyrood Nursery Castleton has capacity for a total of 80 Children.

How far is Holyrood Nursery Castleton to the centre of Rochdale?

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

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