Holyrood Nursery Swinton

124 Rake Lane, Swinton, Manchester M27 8RH
Submit a Review
10 158 Reviews
  • Holyrood Nursery Swinton, Manchester
Holyrood Nursery Swinton is proud to be graded 'outstanding' by Ofsted in May 2018.

Holyrood nursery provides care for children from birth to five years of age throughout six large playrooms that are age-appropriate.

Each room provides quality resources in a stimulating environment. The nursery also has two rooms in which carers provide wrap-around care for a local school and a holiday club for children aged four to 11-years-old.

Holyrood also has a large outdoor space that has a sand and mud pit alongside a water pump that the children love to play with on a daily basis.

The nursery chef has been working with Holyrood since December 2005. Alongside making yummy food, she also enjoys covering in the rooms and her 'Cooking with Cath' sessions.

Children are central to all that staff do here so to make sure of this the nursery has a children’s committee, this allows the children to participate in decisions that will affect them at nursery.

The entire key person planning is based on the unique child principle taken from the EYFS document and this allows professionals to cater for and develop the child’s individual needs.

Holyrood provide a range of session patterns to suit all childcare needs including variable sessions, extra sessions and full-time discount.

Emergency Services staff discount also available, please enquire for further information.

Show Holyrood Nursery Swinton on the Map

Care Provided by Holyrood Nursery Swinton

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sarah Fisher (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 116
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Holyrood Nursery Swinton

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

  • The nursery has its very own car park which parents are more than welcome to use, ideal for safe and secure drop offs and pick ups for you and your family.


Holyrood Nursery Swinton Reviews (158)

Total of 158, showing 1-20
10

Holyrood Nursery Swinton has a Review Score of 10 (9.953) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Holyrood Nursery Swinton has 158 reviews.

Overall Experience

  • 145
  • 11
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0

Date Published

158
0
12
39
119

Review from Rag P (Father of Child) published on 25 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff; the entire staff at Holyrood Nursery have amazing coordination between themselves and are very empathetic towards children which really helps in developing a great emotional quotient at a very young age.
Child app updates; I'm very relieved to see the daily updates about my kid at nursery.
Staff updates about what and how much my kid is eating, about nappy changes and any other relevant notes.
Food and hygiene; the variety choice of food at the nursery are a great offer to kids. The nursery is kept clean all the time
Security; the nursery has a staff room at the entrance door that is controlled by a locking system. This is very important and puts my heart at ease leaving my kid with Holyrood Nursery staff.
Settling Down; it took my kid about 2 weeks to settle down and I can't thank staff enough about their amazing efforts. They really helped my kid to settle down.
I made a great choice in sending my kid to Holyrood Nursery and thanks a lot to the entire staff and management.

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

Thank you for your glowing review, it was a pleasure for us to read from all at Thrive childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm having my second kid in Holyrood Swinton, my experience through nearly 5 years has been amazing. All the staff are friendly, experienced and trustworthy.
In my opinion the most important thing about a nursery is that you can trust them with your kids. You can absolutely do that here. Apart from
that, of course my kids have been having so much fun as they have different activities. Food arrangement is good as well.

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

Thank you for your lovely review, the team really appreciate your feedback, thank you again from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Calli D (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended this nursery for two months, she has settled in well already and smiles going into the nursery. Communication is fantastic I am always kept up to date with what my child is doing throughout the day via the nursery app. The staff are lovely! Management is so proactive in replying
to any emails/queries and seems to be actively involved within the rooms supporting staff with the children which is great to see. The nursery is clean, and warm and has a welcoming atmosphere. I would highly recommend this nursery as soon as I looked around it I knew I wanted my daughter to attend. It is also a great benefit that the nursery offers a 10% NHS discount as this is a good amount of the bill thank you!

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

Thank you for your glowing review of the nursery, it is a delight to read how happy you and your daughter are, thank you from all at Thrive Childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience with Holyrood Swinton Nursery has been brilliant.
My 9-month-old daughter started at the beginning of May and from the first day, the staff have shown remarkable ability in making her feel comfortable and happy. I was initially anxious about leaving her, but the team's care and dedication
quickly put my mind at ease!
Each morning, she is greeted with warm smiles and loving attention, making the transition smooth and stress-free.
The variety of activities at the nursery is also really impressive. I love that they have taken time to see what things she individually likes to do, making her as happy and settled as possible. The staff are nurturing professionals and I cannot praise them enough, thank you Holyrood!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Sales & Marketing Manager at Holyrood Nursery Swinton

Thank you for your glowing review of the nursery, it is a delight to read how happy you and your daughter are, thank you from all at Thrive Childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended this nursery and have been treated like a member of their family each time.
The staff are amazing with my boys.
Caring, attentive.
Every time I turn up to collect my son, they're singing or playing with the children.
I love the app and getting daily updates of my
youngest. That wasn't around when my oldest was there and it's a real treat.
It's nice to see so many staff to a room. Something that not all nurseries have and it really shows. The kids are so happy and well taken care of.

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

Thank you for your glowing review of the nursery, it is a delight to read how happy you and your children are and have been, thank you from all at Thrive childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from T K (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son loves this nursery. He is always happy to go there. The staff are all amazing and they genuinely care about the children they look after. They constantly keep us updated with meals, sleeps and activities throughout the day. I have no issues with the nursery and would highly recommend them

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

Thank you for your recommendation it is most appreciated by the team, from all at Thrive childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Jack W (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends this nursery and has done for a few years. My son attended before her too. She absolutely loves it and looks forward to it every week. They both did, even now he loves going back on pickup to see the staff. They are incredible and every single one of them from kitchen, to housekeeping,
to management all make an effort with both me, my son and my daughter and that goes a long way when it comes to childcare. I cannot speak highly enough of anyone in the building, as it's such a happy and caring environment. I can't thank you all enough.

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

Thank you for your glowing review of the nursery, it is a delight to read how happy you and your daughter are, thank you from all at Thrive Childcare.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Sam W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery.
I have and would always recommend this nursery to anyone. The staff are amazing, I cannot fault any of them. My child loves everyone at nursery and they always make the days special and exciting. My child comes home full of stories about how great their day has been and how much they
are looking forward to going back.
Best nursery and the best staff who care about everyone in the family.

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

Thank you for a wonderful and heartfelt review, the team will be delighted to read it. Thanks again from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Demi H (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending since March and everyone has said how much his speech has come on since starting. Also, the nursery have been amazing in assisting my son in his toilet training. He is now out of nappies, they are also assisting with taking away the dummy. My son absolutely loves going to this
nursery and he tells me he can't wait to see two staff members in particular when I am dropping him off in the morning. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for a wonderful recommendation, the team will be delighted to read it. Thanks again from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Damian B (Father of Child) published on 13 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Holyrood Nursery in Swinton for a year or so now and we have seen him progress so well. His interaction with other children is amazing and his interaction with staff is so nice to see. He helps around the Nursery and regularly has his good behaviour recognised with certificates and
stickers that he is so proud of. Safety is the highest priority and he is very well looked after. Education-wise, we couldn't ask for better progress, he has come on leaps and bounds and is so intelligent for a 3-year-old. Staff are always very friendly and welcoming and the few concerns or issues we have had have always been dealt with professionally and promptly. Having had 3 other children in other nurseries I could hand on heart say Holyrood in Swinton has been by far the best I've used. Overall, we are extremely satisfied. Thanks to all the staff!

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

Thank you for a wonderful and thoughtful review, the team will be delighted to read it. Thanks again from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Jade B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery. All the staff are so loving and kind. My children love coming here and makes leaving them so much easier knowing they are being so well looked after. I couldn't ask for anything more. Thank you for looking after my girls.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review the team are always delighted to read them, thank you from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves it here and settled really well and the staff are brilliant with her they go above and beyond for their children in the nursery. I can honestly say it’s the best nursery in Swinton. I feel so comfortable leaving my little girl here knowing she will be looked after amazingly, she’s
so happy and always looks like she’s having so much fun with all the brilliant activities they do daily for the children.

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

What a lovely review thank you for taking the time to write how you feel about the nursery, it means a lot to the team. Thank you from all at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Chloe P (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Holyrood Nursery in Swinton since September 2023. I’m so happy to find a nursery with such amazing staff led by the manager and her team.
I feel so confident that my son is cared for and well looked after whilst enjoying and interacting with the staff and other children.
The nursery keeps me well informed with the app, so I am kept updated throughout the day with sleep, food, and activities as well as pictures which I love to see how happy my son is there.
The nursery has such a welcoming atmosphere and when you drop off and collect you are always welcomed by a friendly staff member who delivers an outstanding service.
I would highly recommend this nursery if you are looking to leave your child in a caring loving environment.
Thank you, Holyrood.

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

Thank you for your glowing recommendation, it is lovely for the team to hear how happy you and your children are at the nursery, many thanks from the Thrive team.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such an amazing nursery. Everyone was great with settling my daughter in when she started last year and now she loves it! Every single staff member is so helpful and kind. So happy that I decided to send my daughter here. The moment I stepped into the building I knew this was the place I wanted her
to go!

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

It really is a feeling you get, you're exactly right! Thank you so much for writing such a lovely review, the team will be delighted to read it.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Michelle C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Holyrood at Swinton is unbelievable. Every other parent I speak to is jealous of my experience. They provide everything my little boy needs for the day, which helps me in the morning as all I have to do is drop him off, no extra supplies required. They cater for my erratic shifts by allowing us to book
different days each month. They do lovely craft activities with my toddler. They take him outside every day whatever the weather, which he loves and is excellent for his wellbeing. I love their no-plastic policy, the toys available to him are wooden and not too prescriptive, which allows his imagination to flourish. I cannot praise this nursery enough, the food, the cleanliness and the staff are all exemplary.

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

Thank you for your incredible review, the team will be delighted to read your kind words, The Thrive team.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Bradley S (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff have been friendly and courteous to my daughters. They have shown real support and genuine interest in the girl's needs. The girls have taken a real shine to the entire team. This has shown in the girl's attitude and open-mindedness at home. We are truly grateful for all the support we
have received.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review, the team will be delighted to read your kind words, The Thrive team.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Dawn A (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All of the staff are welcoming and nothing is ever too much trouble! My child is absolutely thriving and enjoys going to nursery. She has made plenty of friends and I know I'm leaving her in safe, happy hands! I love a chin wag and giggle with staff. They are very approachable, understanding and caring!
All of our family children have attended Holyrood and long may that continue. Management is superb... in a nutshell, you have a fantastic nursery with excellent staff!

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

Thank you ever so much for your glowing review, the team will be delighted to read it, thank you again, the team at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fab nursery. My boy loves coming here, great staff with such a warm and comforting home-from-home environment. The meals are always really nutritional and again warm and comforting! The managing team are 10/10. And have great activities out each week for the children.

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

Thank you for your glowing review and recommendation, the team will be thrilled to read it, thank you from Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Ellie L (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The most amazing nursery with even better staff! My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery and has come on leaps and bounds since starting with them in September, the staff are amazing and my daughter loves them all! I would recommend this nursery to anyone who asks and I couldn’t be happier with
my choice to send her here!

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

Thank you very much for your glowing review and recommendation, it is much appreciated and the team will be delighted to read it, thank you from the team at Thrive.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Joanne F (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son went to a different nursery for nine months and he didn’t settle.
I was so upset and stressed going to work worrying about how he was and he wouldn’t even eat.
Finally after being impressed with the nursery setting itself, I found the different playgrounds catered for all ages, the staff were
so welcoming and caring. I put my trust in a new setting.
How happy am I, this nursery is wonderful the staff are always on hand to talk to you about any concerns and work with you on any problems such as mine with breastfeeding. I feel so relaxed dropping my son off that I could cry some days. He is so settled and that’s all because of their hard work and commitment.
They work all around the year through Xmas practically. I’m so grateful to them for their love and this nursery should totally be awarded something.
Or give each a day off to relax.
Thank you again from the bottom of my heart.

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

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.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.953)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.953) out of 10 for Holyrood Nursery Swinton 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 4.953 for Holyrood Nursery Swinton is calculated as follows: ( (447 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 468 Ratings = 4.953

  • 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 Swinton 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 116 number of registered child places is 23.2, 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.

Child Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

Awards / Recognitions (5)

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading events

Meet the Team (2)

Sarah

Sarah Fisher

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2010

With a professional qualification in childcare and over 14 years of experience working with children of all ages, she manages her nursery and staff team to ensure they provide a secure family environment where you can feel relaxed and confident in the knowledge that your child is being cared for by dedicated staff in a safe environment.


Dawn

Dawn Dore

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2017

Dawn works closely with Sarah to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.


Frequently Asked Questions about Holyrood Nursery Swinton

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

Holyrood Nursery Swinton accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Holyrood Nursery Swinton Open?

Holyrood Nursery Swinton is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Holyrood Nursery Swinton have capacity for?

Holyrood Nursery Swinton has capacity for a total of 116 Children.

How far is Holyrood Nursery Swinton to the centre of Manchester?

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of daynurseries.co.uk. Please contact Holyrood Nursery Swinton to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Holyrood Nursery Swinton has a Platinum Service – more info.