Best Nurseries (9.5+ Review Score) Greater Manchester

"My review the kids are well looked after. Room is very tidy. The kids are so settle and happy. I love the fact that we can come and have a..."Read all 141 reviews

72 Places

Group/Owner Tiddlywinks Nursery Group

Tiddlywinks' second nursery in North Manchester is located in Higher Blackley Children’s Centre and is carrying on the tradition of providing high quality, child-centred daycare for children aged from... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

10147 Reviews

9

"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Holly Tree. From the very first day, the staff have been so friendly and welcoming, making..."Read all 147 reviews

42 Places

Holly Tree Montessori Nursery is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' nursery in January 2018. The Montessori approach recognises, addresses and follows each individual's pace of learning. The nursery has a... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

1077 Reviews

19 1

"All 3 of my children have attended this nursery, it's always been outstanding and the staff are simply amazing! They do things with Millie..."Read all 77 reviews

74 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Little Lever is situated on the outskirts of Bolton in the small village of Little Lever. The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and is child led where all children... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

1058 Reviews

9

"Here's a short, warm review you could use: - We honestly couldn't have asked for a better nursery than Paint Pots. The team have been..."Read all 58 reviews

70 Places

Group/Owner Paintpots (Manchester) Ltd

Paintpots Newall Green Day Nursery is located in Newall Green, Wythenshawe and is in an ideal location with easy access to major transport and commuter routes both into Manchester and its also very close... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

1027 Reviews

14 1

"Brilliant nursery. My daughter loves coming to nursery and is always happy being here. Staff are fantastic also, they all do an amazing..."Read all 27 reviews

135 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Canal House, formerly Canal House Day Nursery, is a recent addition to the Kids Planet family. This warm and welcoming nursery is staffed by a dedicated team of educators focused on providing... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.977 Reviews

18 1

"My Son has been attending Kids Planet Swinton since he was 4 months old and is now 19months old. He has built some lovely connections with..."Read all 77 reviews

125 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Swinton is a brand-new, purpose-built nursery and opened in November 2017. The nursery is located on Station Road, with close proximity to local parks, libraries and close to Swinton town... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.944 Reviews

38 1

"The staff are so caring and my daughter loves going. She has learnt so many skills along with having a lot of fun. Staff are always..."Read all 44 reviews

70 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Stretford is a purpose-built setting with a primary focus on inclusivity and celebrating diversity. The nursery values its partnership with parents and has a lovely garden area where children... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.980 Reviews

13 1

"A wonderful nursery with wonderful staff! I couldn't have asked for a better start for my little girl! I would certainly recommend to other..."Read all 80 reviews

49 Places

An Ofsted rated Good setting (April 2022), Daisy Daycare prides itself on offering children the best start to their early years education. From the plentiful learning opportunities and the experienced... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care

9.928 Reviews

28 1

"Really friendly staff and very supportive. They celebrate special events, inviting parents/carers to come and join them with stay and play..."Read all 28 reviews

43 Places

Group/Owner Play Pals Childcare Ltd

Play Pals Childcare is a term-time oasis for 3-4 year-olds across 38 weeks. The trained staff offer encouragement to children and enable them to have lots of fun. Nestled in St Johns C of E School,... Read more

Type of Nursery

Nursery School
Open term time
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.926 Reviews

13 1

"We couldn't be happier with Kids Planet Hopwood nursery. The staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely care about the children...."Read all 26 reviews

64 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Hopwood offers an engaging and welcoming environment for children to learn and play. The nursery offers the best of both worlds, set in a green and rural area in Hopwood boasting surrounding... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.964 Reviews

15 1

"Such a Lovely nursery. My little boy loves going in and always has the best day. He's always so happy telling me about his day and what hes..."Read all 64 reviews

60 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Davenport is situated in a residential area close to Stockport town centre and caters for babies through to pre-school. The nursery is a 60-place-setting and has been established for over... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.936 Reviews

13 1

"Our son has really settled well at nursery. We love getting updates of what he's getting up to. He has a lovely bond with his key worker..."Read all 36 reviews

44 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Woodlands in Rochdale provides a caring, stimulating environment for children Situated in the Children’s centre and part of Woodland’s Community School, the nursery fosters confidence,... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.963 Reviews

32

"My child has thrived since joining Tiddlywinks's last year. Her transition between rooms has been a positive experience and she has grown..."Read all 63 reviews

112 Places

Group/Owner Tiddlywinks Nursery Group

Tiddlywinks Nursery Group have expanded to the area of Bury with their 6th site, offering outstanding daycare service nearby the town centre of Bury and the Town Hall. The metrolink and bus stations are... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.9107 Reviews

17

"Our child attends Tiddlywinks Hill Lane and has been in both baby room and toddler room. They love going to nursery and adjusted well to..."Read all 107 reviews

62 Places

Group/Owner Tiddlywinks Nursery Group

Tiddlywinks Nursery at Hill Lane Blackley has been established since September 1994, with over 30 years as a family run business. The nursery provides care for children aged from four months to five-years-old.... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.954 Reviews

23 1

"We are very grateful to have chosen Kids Planet Sale for our son. Headmaster Steph and her team have been extremely helpful, patient, and..."Read all 54 reviews

83 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Sale is rated 'Good' by Ofsted (January 2024) and provides the highest standard of nursery care and education for babies through to pre-school, creating ideal environments for play and learning.... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.940 Reviews

15 1

"What amazing nursery! Our little girl goes here 5 times a week they staff treat her like they one of their own, she gets sad when its the..."Read all 40 reviews

102 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Audenshaw is based in Audenshaw, Manchester and offers childcare to children under the age of five. The nursery is housed in a former church and has a lovely outdoor space. Staff are... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.926 Reviews

12 1

"This team of fantastic Aunty's have cared & loved my Grandson right back from when he was 6 mths old,he is now 3yrs old. They work hard &..."Read all 26 reviews

66 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Heywood, offers early years education for children aged from two to five years old. The nursery was established 29 years ago and offers children an environment with lots of opportunities... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.957 Reviews

17 1

"Our daughter has been at Kids Planet Blackrod since September 2025 and the experience so far has been fantastic. From both babies and tots..."Read all 57 reviews

120 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Blackrod offers flexible day care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years old and is conveniently located with good access to public transport. The nursery is set in a beautiful,... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.9149 Reviews

12 1

"My son has been coming here since he was 2, the nursery has been incredibly supportive throughout his years here and he's so close to going..."Read all 149 reviews

197 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Conveniently situated for busy families, Kids Planet Stockport is a purpose-built setting designed to offer quality care to children from 2 months old. There are full time and sessional places available,... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.917 Reviews

14 1

"My daughter started at Mere House in September 2025 for 2 full days. The staff have been wonderful and helped her development. She settled..."Read all 17 reviews

60 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Mere House is a newly acquired nursery within the Kids Planet family, formerly known as Mere House Day Nursery. Situated on Roman Road in Wigan, this warm and welcoming environment is led... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.917 Reviews

18

"Brilliant nursery, amazing staff who truly love their job and children. Patient and friendly thankyou for all your help and support you..."Read all 17 reviews

32 Places

Group/Owner Play Pals Childcare Ltd

Play Pals Childcare is a term-time oasis for 3-4 year-olds located in St Peter's C of E School. Operating across 38 weeks, trained staff enable Play Pals to offer exceptional wrap-around care and... Read more

Type of Nursery

Nursery School
Open term time
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.924 Reviews

14 1

"My son has been at the nursery for 4 months and we've had a brilliant experience, they've really helped him settle into the tots room and..."Read all 24 reviews

120 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Hazelhurst is housed in a thoughtfully designed two-story facility situated on a 0.6 acre property with fantastic outdoor play areas, such as a yurt, construction zone, Summer house and mud... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.956 Reviews

25 1

"We moved to this nursery when we were moving house and the transition was very smooth, the staff were very helpful and welcoming and my son..."Read all 56 reviews

130 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet Worsley is a brand new purpose-built nursery and cater for babies from 6 weeks to pre-school age. The nursery has large brightly coloured rooms with an outdoor area providing the children... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.954 Reviews

18

"Hulme Hall pre school is a fantastic setting for children. Having been with them since my eldest son was 2 and him leaving in July 2025 to..."Read all 54 reviews

70 Places

The team at Hulme Hall Pre-School believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life in order for them to fulfil their potential. Children develop quickly in their early years and a child's... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.972 Reviews

24

"My son had been in the baby then toddler room and it is amazing how the staff showered the children with love. At birthdays, they would..."Read all 72 reviews

72 Places

Group/Owner Tiddlywinks Nursery Group

Tiddlywinks Nursery Group proudly opened its fifth setting in the heart of the Ancoats/Beswick community, offering exceptional early years care and education for children aged four months up to school... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.947 Reviews

Willow Tree Day Nursery and Nursery School

15 1

"Lovely nursery, all the staff are very kind and my little girl has flourished compared to the last nursery she attended her language has..."Read all 47 reviews

61 Places

Group/Owner Elmscot Group

Set in a Victorian house on a quiet residential road in Sale. Extensive play resources excite and inspire children to play and learn together or independently. With an abundance of adventures and experiences... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.924 Reviews

29 1

"My grandchild attends Stanley square in the toddler room. Staff are welcoming and go above and beyond when dropping off which can be a..."Read all 24 reviews

109 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

The team at Kids Planet are proud to announce the forthcoming establishment of a purpose-built, modern nursery in Sale. This 109-place nursery, complete with a state-of-the-art sensory room, CCTV,... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.973 Reviews

29 1

"We honestly couldn't ask for a better nursery for Tommy. The staff are absolutely brilliant and go above and beyond every single day. They..."Read all 73 reviews

80 Places

Group/Owner Kids Planet Day Nurseries

Kids Planet's Dukinfield nursery is located on Jeffrey’s Drive and is readily accessible from Stalybridge, Hyde and Ashton and is within easy reach of the M60 motorway. The nursery provides the highest... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.950 Reviews

15 1

"Very happy with the School, I have noticed a massive improvement in my child's speech since he has been attending Forest. He loves telling..."Read all 50 reviews

48 Places

Group/Owner Bellevue Education

Situated in the attractive suburb of Timperley, south of Manchester, Forest Preparatory School is a co-educational, independent day school for children aged two to eleven. The school maintains a strong... Read more

Type of Nursery

Nursery School
Open term time
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

9.949 Reviews

12

"Amazing staff and excellent facilities. Really happy with the progress my daughter has shown over the years. The teachers at the Nursery..."Read all 49 reviews

45 Places

Group/Owner Stepping Stones Nurseries Ltd

Stepping Stones Worsley near Worsley village provides care for children aged from six weeks to five years old. Trained early years staff help each and every child develop and grow in confidence in... Read more

Type of Nursery

Day Nursery
Open all year
Full Day Care
Sessional Day Care

Best Nurseries (9.5+ Review Score) in Greater Manchester