Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown

21 Colmore Drive, Charlestown, Manchester M9 7GB
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8.7 31 Reviews
Brighter Beginnings Charlestown is a spacious purpose-built nursery providing rooms for before and after school, holiday clubs and large outdoor play areas.

Charlestown was inspected in March 2017 and was graded 'Outstanding' for both nurseries and out of school club provision.

There is a highly-qualified team of outstanding practitioners who ensure that all children make excellent progress, in particular in getting ready for school.

Many parents choose to keep their children at BB Charlestown until statutory school age because the children make such good progress in their small groups and parents also benefit from the convenience of full day care all year round.

The curriculum is designed in order that children play and explore whilst they have fun and learn. There is a full range of exciting activities planned for them both in the nursery and on the many trips they take outside.

The nursery curriculum has also many extra activities, among them swimming.
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Care Provided by Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Amanda Rodgers (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 30
  • Total Places for Children
  • 125
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 4 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown

  • Full day 8.00am till 5.30pm £75.00
    Morning 8.00am till 1.00pm £50.00
    Afternoon 1.00pm till 5.30pm £47.00

  • Government funded places, Tax Free Childcare, Universal Credit and Sponsored places are all available. Discounts may apply, please refer to manager.
    We offer early morning drop off at 7.30am and a late pick up at 6pm for an additional cost.
  • Parking

  • There is plenty of roadside parking suitable for dropping off and collecting.


Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown Reviews (31)

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8.7

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.729) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown has 31 reviews.

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Review from Gemma M (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My little boy loves attending Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown. He gets so excited the morning he is due to attend and loves his key worker. The team are wonderful and always helpful.
Thank you.

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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both my boys have attended this nursery from around 9 months old, and my daughter will be going there too when I go back to work. It’s convenient for us as it’s local, and across the road from the school that my eldest now attends. We have never had any major issues with this nursery, my boys have enjoyed
going there, they have a great time and always come home in a great mood. It took a while for them to settle and the staff were great, very patient and understanding. They have dealt with Covid well and professionally and I feel that my son is in safe hands there. Not to mention the fact that he eats anything and everything they put infront of him and it’s generally healthy and nutritious food, he eats so much better there than he does at home.

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Review from Carmel M (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending this setting for the past 3 years. I am very happy with the care and education provided throughout. The staff really care for the children and go the extra mile. The resources provided in the setting are to a high quality and stimulate and promote learning and intrigue.

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Review from Orsolya K (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My children are always happy in the nursery even if one of them just started couple of weeks ago. The staff makes sure they settle in very well. Lots of good activities they are doing daily. The meals are good as my children are telling me. The kids can learn and grow a lot from here.

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Review from Annie T (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

The management and organisation of this particular nursery are absolutely absurd. Incorrect or absent paperwork, no access ever given to see or evaluate my child’s learning.
I can’t comment on what my child was learning as I didn’t see a single evaluation or assessment whilst they were there. I was
told there would be a learning portal I would have access to so I could see all my child’s assessments by his assigned nursery worker. I was never given access to the portal.
The nursery, learning staff and kitchen staff were lovely and really showed care for all the children. It’s such a shame that management was so ineffective and, quite frankly absent, that it overshadowed everyone else’s clear talent and hard work.

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Review from Zoey M (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my boys have been to nursery and afterschool club. The nursery is very good, the ladies work really hard with the children and make them happy and safe. My sons have come on so well and learned lots to get them ready for school for all the activities they do. They care for the kids so much and
will do so much more to make sure they are happy in nursery.


After School Club is such a great help to me and my husband, I could not do without it knowing my boy is safe from walking from school to club it is a big help for us working parents and makes our life easier knowing we can trust the staff in a big way and they make the most of the small space.


If there have been any issues staff and managers have dealt with it straight away and in a professional manner.


I would say my children are happy and I tell friends how fabulous they are and will be sad when it's time to leave.


Thank you ladies, you do a great job.


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Review from Gemma H (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both my children have been to this nursery staff are great, manager is great, both my children have enjoyed. One is still there now, great location. Son is happy meaning I am happy.

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Review from Natalia M (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are fantastic, my daughter loves going to the nursery. They are very professional and supportive. I would highly recommend this nursery to every parent, friendly and supportive service. Excellent place.

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Review from Reanne O (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, my little girl attends the playgroup every Monday and Tuesday morning. They have an amazing set out for the children and breakfast is given there, which she loves. They also do events, like the Easter party, to attend last week.
The group is amazing, the staff are lovely and always
welcoming and encourage the children to get involved. They also have arts and crafts for the children to make something every time. Ten out of ten. I would definitely advise to attend.

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Review from Shannon (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended this nursery over the course of four years and they have loved it. They have come on leaps and bounds in their learning skills and confidence. The key workers at Charlestown are amazing and my children have loved working and playing with them. The facilities for the
children are educational as well as fun. The food options are also good as they offer a variety and cater for each child’s needs. I would 100% recommend this nursery to family and friends. Thank you for everything you do.

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Review from Stacey S (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would definitely recommend this nursery, I have no problems knowing my child is well looked after whilst attending. All the staff are very friendly and my little girl loves them all. She's come on leaps and bounds since going to this nursery and that's all down to the wonderful staff, they always
go above and beyond to make sure parents and children are happy. I honestly don't have a bad word to say, I'm glad I chose this nursery for my daughter.

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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.729)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.729) out of 10 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.8 out of 5 from 6 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 4.889 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown is calculated as follows: ( (64 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.889

  • 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 3.84 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Charlestown is based on 6 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 = 3.6

    • 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 125 number of registered child places is 25. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 25 = 0.24

  • 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 (4)

Amanda

Amanda

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2020

At Brighter Beginnings Charlestown, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Our Charlestown setting is led by Amanda, a highly experienced Senior Nursery Manager who oversees both Charlestown and Wetherby Street nurseries. With 4 years of dedicated service to the company, Amanda is passionate about understanding children's behaviours and supporting those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Amanda is committed to creating a home-from-home environment where children feel safe, secure, and valued. As a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), she ensures that safety and well-being are always prioritized. She is also deeply dedicated to fostering strong parent partnerships and building close relationships with families to provide consistent and collaborative support for every child.

Amanda takes pride in coaching and mentoring her team, helping them grow into confident and skilled practitioners who deliver the highest quality care and education. Her leadership fosters an environment where children can explore, learn, and thrive, ensuring they reach their full potential through fun, stimulating, and purposeful learning experiences.

Come and see why Brighter Beginnings Charlestown is the perfect place for your little one to grow, flourish, and feel at home!

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Jade

Jade

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2012

With over 12 years of experience at Brighter Beginnings, I have developed extensive knowledge and expertise in early years education. I hold a Level 3 qualification, and a Leadership and Management qualification, and am proud to serve as both a Designated Safeguarding Lead and WellComm Champion at the nursery.

I am passionate about providing every child with the best possible start in life by creating exciting and engaging learning opportunities. My goal is to ensure that all children develop independence, confidence, and strong communication skills, equipping them with real-life skills to help them thrive.

As the WellComm Champion, I focus on supporting speech and language development, ensuring every child reaches their full potential in this critical area. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality care and purposeful learning experiences that lay a solid foundation for children to blossom and succeed in the future.

Using my qualifications and experience, I am committed to coaching and mentoring my team, helping them grow into exceptional early years practitioners who share our vision of excellence in childcare.

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Mollie

Mollie

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2021

Mollie has been an integral part of Brighter Beginnings since 2021 and has worked in childcare since the age of 16, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to her role. Currently pursuing her Level 5 qualification, Mollie was proudly awarded Level 5 Learner of the Year, a testament to her dedication and expertise.

As the Room Leader for Curious Investigators (2-3 years), Mollie is deeply passionate about working with two-year-olds, creating a nurturing and engaging environment that supports their curiosity and development. She takes pride in designing activities that foster independence, confidence, and a love for learning, helping every child in her care reach their full potential.

Mollie’s commitment to excellence and her enthusiasm for early years education make her an invaluable part of the Brighter Beginnings team, ensuring that every child in her room thrives in a stimulating and supportive setting.

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Becky

Becky

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2014

With an incredible 16 years of service at Brighter Beginnings, Becky brings passion, dedication, and a wealth of experience to her role as Room Leader for Brighter Blossoms. A proud Level 3 qualified practitioner, Becky’s love for the outdoors and enthusiasm for using natural resources shine through in her teaching, creating a unique and enriching learning environment for the children in her care.

As a mother of two daughters who both attended Brighter Beginnings, Becky understands the importance of providing a nurturing, high-quality early years experience. Her commitment to excellence was recently recognised when she won the award for Best Quality of Teaching and Learning across the entire company—a reflection of her outstanding skills and dedication to helping children flourish.

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