Day Nurseries Owned by Storal in Greater Manchester

I honestly couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough. It's clear how much they genuinely care for the children, and I feel completely confident leaving my daughter in their care.

I'm really glad we chose the Learning Hive for our little boy!

The staff are amazing and really care for my little girl. They regularly upload pictures of what she is doing throughout the day, provide updates of what she has eaten throughout the day and when she has had a nappy change. They always have a smile on their face and are happy to support with any changes. They accommodate to shift work and school holidays.

Choosing a nursery is a huge decision, and although this one adds an extra 15 minutes to our commute each way, it is absolutely worth it for such outstanding care.

Our daughter loves everyday at nursery and has made lots of friends. Nursery monitor development of key skills with consistent updates and periodic reviews. The staff are always nice and it is easy to communicate with them.

Our Daughter has attended The Learning Hive for a year now and she loves it. She is well fed and cared for and does a range of daily activities. We are kept well informed via the app and every member of staff is professional, personable and wonderful with the children. Thank you all.

Our son started Blue Ryder end of January. We are first time parents so starting nursery was a big transition for him and for us. We instantly felt that the staff are genuinely very caring towards him. His two key workers are wonderful and he formed an immediate attachment with them. He was fussy with his diet prior to starting but now eats a fantastic range of food and is very food orientated. We love seeing the updates on the app as it gives us peace of mind seeing how much he has slept, ate, drank and had nappy changes. The photos and videos have made it easier returning to work after mat leave and knowing that he is having fun. The administrator is very responsive. The staff are always open and transparent when he's had any challenges or a bad day. We have noticed lots of positive changes with his development and communication. It was important for us to chose a nursery that is multicultural and that supports diversity. As same sex parents we have found the nursery inclusive.

Absolutely fantastic nursery. Amazing in every way.

Old Crofts Bank was always our first choice for our little boy, ever since we first looked around. The facilities are brilliant (the garden is in a league of its own!), the staff are friendly, kind and caring and the whole vibe of the nursery just feels 'safe'. Like when facilities claim to have a 'home from home' feel, Old Crofts Bank actually deliver it.

I couldn't recommend this place enough.

Fantastic nursery that I would highly recommend. The staff go above and beyond caring for the children, supporting their development and building their confidence. We moved to the area and viewed a number of nurseries and Old Crofts Bank just felt right. Both my children have attended and love going to the nursery. The garden is a brilliant size and sectioned off for each of the age groups. The rooms are bright, clean and spacious. And the staff are lovely, friendly and super caring.

My child is always happy to attend nursery, settles in well, and has formed lovely friendships. The nursery manager is very hands-on, and the setting is well run, with plenty of events that invite parents and extended family to be involved in the children's learning and environment.

We've had a very positive experience with this nursery and are really happy with the care our son receives. The staff are kind, approachable, and very responsive, especially when it comes to his health. They keep us informed and provide reassurance when he's unwell, which is incredibly comforting.

There's a real sense of trust, and it's clear the team genuinely care about the children. The management is hands-on and engaged, often interacting with the children and clearly knowing them well.

The new garden is fantastic and will be a great space for the summer. We also appreciate how they listen to parent feedback, such as improving lighting in the car park during darker months.

Overall, it's been a great experience and we would highly recommend this nursery.

my little boy has been here since 1, all the staff are so personable they really know him like we do, they know what he likes and he feels so safe and secure going in, the garden space is amazing especially so he can be out in nature. Would highly recommend and the management are so helpful

Our daughter has come on a huge amount since joining here and would recommend to anyone in the area.

The staff at this nursery have worked really hard to make our toddler feel more comfortable and confident going to nursery. It is noticeable how they all seem to have a bond with him. Even on drop offs and pick ups, the staff greet you with a smile and always say hello to our son. The learning and activities are fun, and the food menus are very varied. I would perhaps like to see a few more activities revolving around sport and games? Possibly when reaching an older age group. I would recommend this nursery to other parents.

We love Old Crofts Bank - our son is very shy and a fussy eater - and we've really appreciated the care & patience they show with him every week.

The staff are always helpful and have a smile on their face. Our son's key workers have always formed a lovely bond with him and it's really helped him to form trust and also come out of his shell a little more.

Special mentions for Gill and Ant at OCB as well

Excellent nursery! My little boy is very happy here. The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, always making sure the children feel safe and supported. They create a wide range of lovely activities and engaging learning opportunities that really help the children grow and develop. The management team is also very helpful and well-organised. I would highly recommend this nursery to other parents.

Lovely nursery with caring, supportive staff who make the children feel valued. The outdoor space is fantastic - safe, spacious and perfect for play and exploration. My son loves coming here and his confidence, speech and personality have grown considerably.

Excellent Nursery, great staff and our child loves it. She's made friends and has grown so much as a result. She always is happy when going in and loves to tell us about how much fun she's having there as well

Our son has been at Alexandra Park for almost 2 years and loves it there, always running in and excited to go to nursery. The staff are so friendly and caring, they have been great with everything from room transitions, potty training support, naps, and fantastic communication on what they're up to both through the app or happy to chat as long as you want at pick up. We love the outdoor space and variety of activities as well as Spanish exposure. The annual art exhibition is also lovely. We have been very grateful with flexibility with changing days, which has been another huge help. This nursery isn't the closest to our home but we chose it over viewing others in Didsbury/Withington and have been extremely happy with our decision and seeing our son flourish there. Highly recommend!

We have only joined the nursery beginning of the month but the experience has been great so far. Really easy to reach to for admin related questions over the phone and really great support when it comes to settling in. As a first time parent it has been a journey sending our one year old to nursery but the support has been amazing and she is starting to love it 2 weeks in! I also appreciated the possibility to give the nursery a ring to check how she is getting on during the day.