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Safari Kindergarten

Unit 1, Lowercroft Business Park, Lowercroft Road, Walshaw, Bury BL8 3PA
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Safari Kindergarten, Bury
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Safari Kindergarten, Bury

Safari Kindergarten is focused on giving each child the best start to their education, making the most of versatile facilities that include a selection of age-specific playrooms, as well as a separate sleep/restroom, open library/sensory room and large outdoor play area.

The outdoor play area has a separate space for babies aged 0-2 years.

A biometric security system is in place for parents' peace of mind and the team are...  

Funding & Fees

Full day £60.00
School day £54.50
AM/PM £43
Any 5 hours £48.00

Holiday club: Full day £35

Term time places available. Fees provided on request.

We offer the government funded hours for eligible children aged 9month-4 years. Our funded places are limited. More information is available on request with regard to the offer and costs.

They aim to be flexible with their fees and sessions. If any of the above sessions do not meet your requirements please do not hesitate to contact them and they can discuss your requirements further.

Contact Safari Kindergarten to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Owner

  • Safari Kindergarten Ltd
  • Private Owned

Person in charge

  • Jade Patten (Owner)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 46

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Parking is available at the front of the nursery. There is a large car park solely for the use of the nursery.

Safari Kindergarten Reviews (41)

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Safari Kindergarten has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.202) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Safari Kindergarten has 41 reviews.

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Review from D A (Foster Parent of Child) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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All the staff are fantastic, they are brilliant with my foster son who is autistic , they help him to get involved with the other children as he is learning how to play , he is also none verbal and they have learnt very quickly what he wants

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Shannon T (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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From joining until present Safari have been amazing. My son thoroughly enjoys it here and the updates I receive are great. The activities are fantastic and I would 100% recommend the nursery to other parents

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful nursery. My little boy has been there just over 6 months, his learning and development has come on massively. The care, activities, meals, choice of outside playing and indoor activities are very very high. Communication skills from the staff to parents/ carers is perfect. You never feel like you can't express or can concerns regarding the care my little boy has whilst at nursery. Highly recommend to any other families out there looking for somewhere for their little one to spend their days.

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to SK for over 12 months now. And absolutely loves everyday. She's made lots of friends and has some

Really special bonds with her nursery nurses. SK offer a lot for the money and I'm always suprised with how much they do, lots of crafting, outdoor play, walks, and plenty of playtime. My daughter blooms week on week from attending. Well done SK. Your doing a fantastic job

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter Is the type to never leave your side!. Although, since starting nursery at Safari Kindergarten, she has thrived! Since starting she has learnt so much and made some friends :) She loves the staff and is greeted with a smile and a warm welcome when she arrives. Regular updates are given. The food that is given is healthy and home made. They have people in to do different activities, dancing, singing, and spanish ect.
They have also provided me with lots of help and gone above and beyond to support me.

Over all the staff are brilliant and i cannot fault this nursery! I know my child is very much well taken care of. Thank you Safari kindergarten

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Review from Chelsea D (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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Honestly can't recommend Safari enough for everything they have done and continue to do for our baby boy. We were put at ease so quickly with how amazing the staff are when he first started nursery, he adores every one of them and is so happy to be at nursery when we drop him off. We feel he is taken care of very well and the staff have just been amazing throughout. He has come on so much since starting, sitting up on his own, trying to communicate with his voice and his weaning and this is all down to the lovely staff at Safari. I would 100% highly recommend it to anybody looking for a lovely friendly nursery. Thanks so much to all the staff we are super grateful!

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

Thank you for your feedback Chelsea. We really appreciate all your kind words.

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Review from Gail M (Grandmother of Child) published on 14 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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Safari Kindergarten has such a warm welcome feel you can't help smiling. The staff are lovely and all the children come out happy and well cared for. Our grandson is very happy to attend as was our granddaughter before him. They help with all developmental needs and make learning a joy.

Reply from Jade Patten, Owner/Manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff at Safari are caring and diligent. My child has a great time at nursery and has settled in very quickly. There are always lots of fun activities each day that support her development and stimulate her creativity.

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery Manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Cristina D (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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Since we selected SK as our nursery (even before our girl was born) we were so excited to start. Staff are amazing, very helpful with your needs and questions. Nothing is too much for them and their reports and feedback on your child is very comprehensive. Our neighbours recommended this nursery and we are very happy they did as our girl loves it and seems to have bonded with the staff really well.

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery Manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My little boy has been attending Safari Kindergarten since May 2023. The staff are really nice and all of them get to know your child, even if they aren't in the same room as them. The meals they are given are always good and he's really come on with his eating. We've been really pleased since he started and the smile on his face when he knows where we are in the morning shows how much he enjoys going.

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery Manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Jo B (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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I cannot thank the Safari Kindergarten staff enough for looking after my 2 children over the years. Every member of staff is friendly, personal, professional and so caring. Most importantly, they are always willing to give my little ones a cuddle when they need it. They are the best! Thank you.

Reply from Sherise walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Ben W (Father of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter came to this nursery and now my son. The nursery staff are so caring and genuine. You can tell they love what they do. The facilities and food are always of great standard. I would not hesitate in recommending Safari Kindergarten to any of my friends and family!

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Amy W (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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This really is the best nursery around. They genuinely care about all the children. They do so much with them including outdoor adventures like going to the park and feeding the ducks. Much more than I believe any other nursery offers. The food they supply is homemade and they get the children involved in the making of some of this. My child has come on leaps and bounds and will be more than ready to start school. It will be the saddest of goodbyes and as a whole family, we will miss everyone and everything about Safari Kindergarten. They are happy to help in every way, whether that means changing times and dates as long as they have the capacity they will fit you in. Every single one of the staff is invaluable and that's why it really is the best nursery around. I couldn’t recommend it any more!

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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Safari Kindergarten is amazing, the care and experiences they give the children are second to none. They also have great relationships with families and are always there to support them. All three of my children have gone to Safari with my youngest still in preschool and I honestly wouldn’t send them anywhere else.

Reply from Sherise Walton, Nursery manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from K B (Aunt of Child) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff are always lovely and polite and keep you updated with what's happened during the day. A great bunch of girls who genuinely care about the children. Since my niece has been at the nursery she has developed so much, a huge thanks to the team there who work hard and have the patience of a saint!

Reply from Sherise Walton, Manager at Safari Kindergarten

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Review from Tik P (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My toddler has been with Safari for more than two years, and she has loved and developed so much! We love how much care and effort has been made by all the

staff and management team to make every day a good day for children. We have recommended Safari to many parents and will continue to do so.

Reply from Sherise Walton, Manager at Safari Kindergarten

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate all your kind words.

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Review from H P (Aunt of Child) published on 17 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Amazingly, friendly staff who always have the children's best interests at the heart of everything they do. Clean and safe environment all the time, but especially through Covid, as they stayed open and supported not only the children but their families too. Would highly recommend this nursery to everyone I know.

Reply from Jade Patten, Owner/Manager at Safari Kindergarten

Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate all feedback.

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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding.
Words cannot describe how much my now 2-year-old has grown and developed in less than 12 months of being at this nursery.
The care the staff provide is exceptional.
The staff are always friendly and approachable, and my child leaves me now with ease.

The learning and developmental opportunities provided are absolutely phenomenal, and I cannot thank the nursery enough for the service in which they provide.

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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff here have really tried to help my daughter to settle into the nursery; they are so warm and kind to her. The staff are also very knowledgeable about how early years children learn and have a variety of resources and activities every day. I can’t thank the staff enough for making my daughter feel happy when I’m at work.

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Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate all your kind words.

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Review from Cheryl G (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Brilliant nursery, really supportive and friendly. The staff clearly love their jobs and look after the children with great care.
Very approachable management.

Great nursery - glad we picked them for our boys who have extra needs.

Reply from Jade Patten, Owner/Manager at Safari Kindergarten

Thank you so much. We are extremely happy to hear you are glad you chose us.

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Meet the Team (14)

Jade Patten Job Title: Nursery Owner/Nursery Manager Joined: 2019
Jade Patten

Jade is our Co-Owner. Jade has worked in early years settings for over 15 years and has worked with children from birth to 11 years. Jade started her childcare career after leaving school as an apprentice. Jade has a BA Honours degree in Early Years. Jade is also first aid trained.

Jade has completed many additional training courses, including safer recruitment, developing outstanding practice, pediatric first aid, safeguarding, and ELKLAN.

Sherise Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2018
Sherise

Sherise is our Nursery deputy manager and is currently on maternity leave until summer 2026. Sherise has many years of experience working with the early years. Sherise has worked at Safari Kindergarten for over 6 years and has a BA Honours degree in early years. Sherise is also first aid trained and is our safeguarding lead. Sherise is also the Nursery Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Samantha Job Title: Deputy Manager/SEN Co-ordinator Joined: 2019
Samantha

Sam is our deputy manager and Nursery SENCO (Special educational needs co-ordinator) Sam is currently supernumerary and supports all the nursery rooms. Sam has many years’ experiences working with children particularly in early years and really enjoys her role as SENCO. Sam has worked at the nursery for 5 years and has a BA Honours degree in early years. Sam is also first aid trained.

Angela Job Title: Room Leader/Third in Charge Joined: 2017
Angela

Angela is our baby room leader and third in charge and has worked in childcare for many years, previously running a childminding service from her own home. Angela has worked at the nursery for over 6 years and has a level 3 Early Years Qualification and specific experience and training working with babies. Angela is also first aid trained.

Angela is also our third in charge.

Natasha Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2014
Natasha

Natasha has worked at the nursery for over 10 years. She has worked with all age groups in the nursery. Natasha has a level 3 qualification in early years. Natasha currently works in our younger toddler room and is first aid trained.

Holly Job Title: Room Leader Joined: 2021
Holly

Holly has lots of experience and has worked in early years settings for over 5 years, before taking a break to have her little boy.

She has her level 3 qualification in early years and has recently completed her level early years lead practitioner level 5 qualification. Hollie works as a room leader in our younger toddler room. She is first aid trained and is one of our Welcome coordinators at the nursery and our deputy SENCO.

Megan Job Title: Room Leader Joined: 2020
Megan

Megan has her level 3 qualification as an early years educator and has previously been a student at the nursery. She works for us full-time and works as a room leader in our preschool room. Megan has had experience working with all ages within nursery. Megan is first aid trained and has recently passed her level early years lead practitioner qualification.

Tracy Job Title: Nursery Cook Joined: 2023
Tracy

Tracy is our nursery cook. She has lots of experience working in Kitchens as a chef. She has completed her food hygiene and allergen training. Tracy is first aid trained.

Jade Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2023
Jade

Jade joined our team in January 2023. She has a level 3 qualification as an early-year educator and works in our toddler room. Jade has lots of experience working in nurseries and is first-aid trained.

Pollyanna Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024
Pollyanna

Pollyanna has experience working with children of all ages. She has a level 2 qualification as an early years practitioner. Polly works in our pre-school room full-time and is currently studying her level 3 early years educator qualification.

Ellie Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2025
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Ellie is a newly qualified early years educator. She has been a student with us for the last 2 years and has just started her new role as an early years educator. Ellie will primarily be based in our baby room. She has recently completed her paediatric first aid, safeguarding level 2 and baby room training.

Elle Job Title: Nursery Assistant Joined: 2025
Elle

Elle has previously been an SEN one-to-one support assistant at a nursery and has taken a break in her career to have her little girl. Elle has now returned to us as a nursery assistant and will help out across all of the nursery

Isla Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2025
Isla

Isla works part-time as a nursery practitioner across all rooms within the nursery. Isla completed her placement here at the nursery during her time studying for her qualification. Isla also has a paediatric first aid qualification.

Sian Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2026
Sian

Sian joined us earlier this year and is a qualified nursery practitioner. Sian will primarily be based in our Toddler room. She has recently completed her paediatric first aid and Safeguarding training.

Frequently Asked Questions about Safari Kindergarten

What is the Age Range of Children that Safari Kindergarten accepts?

Safari Kindergarten accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Safari Kindergarten Open?

Safari Kindergarten 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 Safari Kindergarten have capacity for?

Safari Kindergarten has capacity for a total of 46 Children.

How far is Safari Kindergarten to the centre of Bury?

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

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