Beeches Day Nursery

The Beeches, St Anns Road, Prestwich, Manchester M25 9LD
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9.9 21 Reviews
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Beeches Day Nursery offers a homely environment in a leafy part of Prestwich. The Beeches provides quality and inspirational learning for children up to five years old.

A nurturing and caring environment is provided where everyone feels welcome and valued in their own right. The Beeches has established an enviable reputation for delivering a high-quality childcare service and this is recognised by both parents and Ofsted.

The Beeches was comprehensively refurbished and extended in April 2020 with places now available for all ages. The nursery has three main rooms, each specialised for 3 age groups; babies, toddlers and pre-school.

The children are cared for in a stimulating environment where each child can reach their full potential. Children are actively encouraged to explore, learn, communicate and interact with one another.

The Beeches is very proud of its staff who you will find are enthusiastic, dedicated and highly qualified and this is what makes the nursery so special.

The back garden is extensive allowing for plenty of freedom and exploration.

There is also an open door policy to ensure there is effective communication at all times between the nursery and parents/carers.

Staff would love to show you around their wonderful nursery.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Head Start Nursery Group
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Melissa Heywood (Owner & Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 66

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We offer a 10% discount for those children who take a full time place.

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

Beeches Day Nursery Reviews (21)

9.9

Beeches Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.914) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Beeches Day Nursery has 21 reviews.

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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have thrived at Beeches the staff are consistent and amazing and our children love them. The garden is perfect and the kids are outside so much always coming home covered in mud with stories of the games they have been playing
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Review from J G (Father of Child) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff and location, both my children attended and have had a brilliant time . Really responsive and encouraging environment. Would highly recommend in the local area with a great outdoor space.
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Review from Emily W (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had our daughter in Beeches for 8 months now and she is so happy and settled. The team do a wonderful job of helping her to thrive and keeping her happy/safe. She absolutely loves going in and there is always so much going on! Would definitely recommend.
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Review from Elizabeth K (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely, nurturing nursery/pre school that my children are thriving at. The core staff have not changed/moved on in the past 3 years we have been there and they all genuinely care about my children's happiness and development. The facilities are excellent, clean and well maintained. They are often
finding new activities to do to expose the children to the wider world and culture around them.
The garden space is second to none and you often find the children involved in all manners of play there. The introduction of forest school has been a wonderful addition to an already varied curriculum.
We are regularly updated with development assessements, invited to parents evening and we are aware they liase with local schools too. This helps to ensure we feel up to date about progress, supported and listened to.
The food is healthy and varied. My children are often encouraged to try new tastes from around the world and have been actively involved in cooking/baking - they love this!
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Review from Kayleigh G (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the nursery since he was 1 year old and been in the baby and toddler room and recently moved to preschool. He loves his time at Beeches Day Nursery and I can see how much he has come on in confidence, language and socialising through his time with the staff and children. He has built
some amazing bonds with the staff and made some friends and I love hearing the songs he sings from nursery and the tales he tells. What I loved from the beginning is they are not regimented and adapt to your child's interests and cues - my son enjoys being outdoors and gets plenty of outdoor time and explores nature with guidance. I'm sure he will love the forest school sessions they are introducing. They are really open to feedback and queries, always make time for parents if you want to discuss anything about your child's development or learning and are just really considerate of the load parents carry too. They look out for the welfare of everyone.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beeches Day Nursery has been fantastic with my little boy. He has been there since he was a year old and he's now one of the older children in the preschool. He has flourished and thoroughly enjoyed his time there.
The garden is fantastic and they spend a lot of time outdoors which is great for active
children. My son often comes home telling me facts he's learned about nature, Spanish vocabulary and singing phonics songs. This, on top of showing off the yoga moves he's learned.
Staff are so accommodating and helpful. They really care about the children and have adapted things for my son when needed. This was particularly helpful as he had trouble sleeping and needed more frequent naps/a more regimented nap schedule.
I can't recommend them enough. We have our next child signed up already and she isn't due until November!
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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery goes above and beyond for the care of the children, my little boy has thrived since starting in October 2022. The nursery food is always freshly prepared and very nutritious! My little one always comes home talking about all the delicious foods he has tried on his nursery days. The outdoor
space is amazing and gives all the children opportunities to climb and explore the garden freely. The staff go above and beyond when I have any concerns regarding my child and always put my mind at ease. The management team are amazing and is always on hand to talk to when I have concerns regarding needing days etc.!
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Review from Carina H (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm so pleased that we enrolled our daughter at Beeches, she has absolutely blossomed here and has gone from reserved and not so self-assured to confident and expressive. It's clear a lot of care and consideration is taken with all elements of the nursery from food, learning independent skills, interacting
with others and keeping the parents well informed. A truly wonderful nursery that I would highly recommend.
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Review from Alice C (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Two of my children attended Beeches Day Nursery from 12 months to starting in reception and my third child is currently in the Tweenies room. Our children have been so happy in this setting. The garden is, hands down, the best outdoor nursery space in Prestwich and the children spend a lot of time outdoors.
Improvements are constantly being made to the indoor space. The staff here are the real asset though with senior staff having been at the nursery for many years and who show genuine love and care for the children. Highly recommend.
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Review from N M (Father of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is a fantastic place for my daughter. Staff are all so supportive and welcoming every day. The food provided is healthy and nutritious and the space outside is lovely and appropriately spaced for the children. Can't recommend this nursery highly enough.
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Review from Katy J (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest has just left and my middle child is now at Beeches Day Nursery. The staff are so caring and friendly - both my children have loved attending this nursery. One of the best things is the garden and all the adventures the children have out there.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely little nursery with warm and caring staff. I've found that there hasn't been much staff turnover so the children can really build a good bond and feel safe and secure. My little boy has been very happy here.
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Review from Laura N (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to the Beeches Day Nursery since he was 5 months old, he is now 2.5 years old. He has made massive progress since he started, the love, support and caring the staff show is second to none. I would highly recommend the Beeches for your little one.
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Review from Amy L (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A warm, welcoming and homely environment. Attentive staff who really care about the children. My son has been there since eight months, now two and a half, and is very happy and thriving. The garden is amazing with lots of space for the little ones to explore.
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Review from Peter A (Father of Child) published on 27 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beeches really look after their children. The staff are super friendly, and when we drop our child off in the morning, we know he is in safe hands. Excellent nursery and we'll be sending baby 2 there next summer.
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Review from Catherine J (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Beeches Day Nursery. Children are extremely well cared for by the excellent team. Warm, homely, nurturing atmosphere. Beautiful garden to play in. A difficult year for the new owner. She has handled it extremely well considering the challenges faced during the pandemic. Would recommend all day
long!
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Review from Jayne W (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery where staff go above and beyond to accommodate parents' needs for child care. On multiple occasions, I have needed to add extra days due to work commitments and they have always been amazing in making this possible. Food is all homemade and nutritional, my child loves it and usually
asks for seconds which he receives. Learning and play facilities are great and the children spend lots of time outside. Would highly recommend sending your child here.
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Review from Kirsty (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My youngest son attends Beeches Nursery and my eldest son also attended until he started reception in September. It is a lovely nursery, with a warm homely atmosphere. The new owner has recently renovated and updated much of the nursery making it feel fresh and new. The large garden at the back is fantastic
and both of my children have spent many happy hours exploring it. The staff are really caring and approachable, and the relatively small size means, as a parent, you get to know the staff and it always feels as if they know individual children really well. They provide a range of stimulating activities which support the development of the children and try to tailor these to each child’s interests. The menu is well considered with a range of foods. Recommended.
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Review from Nino K (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They are amazing, all the staff are very kind, friendly, warm, considerate, smart and very caring, they always make time to talk to the parents.
My son has been attending this nursery for nearly 2 months now and has settled in brilliantly. The staff are always helpful,100% would recommend.
Big thank
you to the manager and the amazing team.
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Review from Kerry C (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing my little boy absolutely loves going to nursery the staff are so lovely and kind and I feel 1000% confident leaving my little boy there I would recommend Beeches Day Nursery to anyone.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.914)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.914) out of 10 for Beeches Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.929 for Beeches Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (145 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.929
  2. 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 4.985 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Beeches Day Nursery is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 66 number of registered child places is 13.2. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.985
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Melissa

Melissa Heywood

Job Title: Owner

Early years teacher with over 20 years experience

Frequently Asked Questions about Beeches Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Beeches Day Nursery accepts?

Beeches Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Beeches Day Nursery Open?

Beeches Day Nursery 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 Beeches Day Nursery have capacity for?

Beeches Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 66 Children.

How far is Beeches Day Nursery to the centre of Manchester?

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

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