Village Nursery

9 Albert Street, Lees, Oldham OL4 5DG
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9.8 79 Reviews
Village Nursery is based in the Lees area of Oldham and moved to a purpose-built building in 2014.

Village Nursery team comprises of caring, qualified staff, dedicated to delivering support and encouragement for children within the early years.

The nursery offers free childcare places available for two, three and four-year-olds.

Village Nursery has a wide variety of sessions for parents with a range of working patterns and can offer term-time only sessions, all year round care, before and after school care along with a holiday club.

The team can't wait to show you around this beautiful Nursery.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Charley Bezzina (Manager)

Admission Criteria

  • We take babies from 6 weeks old

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 65

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Village Nursery Reviews (79)

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9.8

Village Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.826) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Village Nursery has 79 reviews.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Village Nursery for almost 2 years and I cannot honestly express how much she has developed throughout. She has really opened up in terms of her social skills, always wanting to communicate with new friends. Loves attending everyday, she implements a lot of what she learns
at home including vocabulary, manners, activities etc. I am really happy with the progress she has made, staff are very understanding and polite to approach. The Manager is doing a great job with management, a big thank you. We will definitely miss Village Nursery and 100% recommend to working parents.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review!

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Review from Holly K (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boys first nursery, he absolutely loves it and so do we! The staff are very warm and welcoming and they seem to be helping him come out of his shell and learn how to socialise and be around other people/children.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from Marissa E (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at the Village Nursery this year which I chose this nursery down to hearing only amazing things & over the past few months that he has been there for, it has been impeccable. The girls / staff are absolutely fantastic, they make my son feel extremely comfortable & everyone is really hands
on & just so lovely! I always feel so at ease leaving him there knowing that he is in the best of hands & I cannot stress enough just how much he has come along with his milestones as well as his confidence since starting there. Thank you so much to everyone at the Village Nursery

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review, it's wonderful to hear about your experience with us!

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Review from Jordan T (Father of Child) published on 23 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely great nursery, baby has come on so well under the supervision of the amazing staff, from eating different foods to walking. All staff have played such a big part in babies development. Staff have an answer for any question you ask them and are really helpful, rooms are spacious and have great
outdoor spaces for all children

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

We are glad to hear you are enjoying your time with us!

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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl absolutely loves coming to nursery. She has made a lovely bond with the staff in her room but is also familiar and comfortable with other staff members too. Her confidence and development has continued to grow since coming to nursery.
She has food interolerances which is always catered
for, she's given dairy/egg free choices whilst also not missing out on what her friends are having.
I love getting updates and pictures on the app so I can see what she's been up to and also receive a detailed handover at the end of each day.
Thank you to the staff at the nursery for providing a caring and nurturing environment for my little girl to thrive.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for your review, we love having your little one with us!

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Review from Shamsa K (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending the village nursery since February, the staff are great with him and have built a good rapport with him, he has learnt so much in the short period of attending already and I am very pleased

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from O E (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience at the Village Nursery has been absolutely amazing from the very start. My child has settled in so nicely and thats from the help of the caring staff. I feel comfortable knowing she is at nursery as I am continuously updated throughout the day and their safety for the children is exceptional.
I'm really pleased we picked village nursery for our little girl and can't thank all of the staff enough.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

We are so glad you chose us too! Thank you for leaving a lovely review.

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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The Village Nursery have lovely staff who are always welcoming and can't do enough for us. My daughter has made great progress since attending and it's lovely to hear about everything she is up to at handover.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since we started at the nursery, we have had nothing but great experiences with staff and children. My child has come on so much and is developing key skills due to the care and attention from staff. We are so happy with how he is coming on and the staff are so helpful and accommodating.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for leaving us a lovely review, we love having you with us.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Happy with present care of girls they love coming to pre school and seeing there friends. Vey appreciative of the cook for doing a great job when the girls had multiple intolerances.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Good nursery, my child loves it always excited to come in and see her friends and nursery staff.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl started Village Nursery in January and I couldn't be happier! She has come on so much in such a short space of time with her language, she absolutely loves coming to nursery in a morning to be happily greeted by all the staff. Her key worker takes time to plan activities around my daughters
interests and i love to see the pictures at the end of the day!

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery have been amazing helping my little girl to be school ready. When she first started she struggled with her transition. However the nursery have really helped her come out of her shell.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for leaving us a review, we wish your little one all the best in their transition to school

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Review from Michelle B (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Granddaughter started at the nursery in January and she loves it. She has come on so much with her eating and her motor skills. All the staff are friendly and so helpful and amazing with the children.
They do fun and varied activities and the children get a healthy and varied menu for meals.
If
you are thinking of sending your children here you won't be disappointed, I highly recommend them.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from S E (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my son has started the nursery he's really developed in areas he was slacking. He is happy and content with a certain staff member, he's really taken to her. I feel at ease sending my son to nursery :)

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for leaving us a review, we are glad to hear your child has benefited from coming to our setting!

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Review from J D (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter has always loved coming into nursary since she joined as a baby. You have helped her achieve all of her milestones and helped shape her into the sassy little girl she is today. The nursary has always been a fun and safe place for her and all of the staff are really lovely. Thank you
for all your advice and support over the years.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from Nicoll P (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children currently attend the village nursery and they both love to go. They each have strong connections with their key workers, who go above and beyond for them. All stay a very lovely and easy to talk to. The setting is always clean with lots of different activities to suit different child's
needs and encourages them to participate in group activities. The setting also has a large outdoor space perfect for sunny days

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for such a lovely review, we love having your children with us!

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Review from Charley H (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to nursery every week and especially getting to see her favourite staff members when she arrives. Everyone is always so attentive and happy to see all the kids that come through the door. Each week, my child comes home more and more confident and always learns something new.
We
would absolutely recommend using the Village Nursery any time!

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter really loves going to nursery and that is so important to us! The food is so varied and they do lots of activities and always ensure the children go outside! Staff are so friendly and helpful and the management team are always so supportive.

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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in January and has settled in really well. The staff go above and beyond for him to settle, which is what you want as a parent. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff, which is lovely and reassuring.

Reply from Charley Bezzina, Manager at Village Nursery

Thank you for leaving us a lovely review, we are glad you are enjoying your time with us!

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.826)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.826) out of 10 for Village Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.826 for Village Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (248 Excellents x 5) + (48 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 298 Ratings = 4.826

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Village Nursery is based on 24 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 65 number of registered child places is 13, which has been reached with 24 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (5)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2025

Recipient: MiChild Group

Date: Monday 31 Mar 2025 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: MiChild Group

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: MiChild Group

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Meet the Team (10)

Charley

Charley Bezzina

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Charley, and I am the Nursery Manager here at The Village. I have 11 years of childcare experience and have worked for the MiChild Group for 5 years.

I hold a Level 5 in Leadership and Management and also have Safeguarding and Paediatric First Aid Training.

I am very passionate about my job and always strive to ensure children receive the best possible care, in a warm, stimulating and safe environment.
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Jenny

Jenny Wareing

Job Title: Practitioner

Joined: 2016

Hi, my name is Jenny and I am based in the 2-3's room.

I am Level 3 qualified and have been trained in paediatric first aid. I have over 10 years of childcare experience and have worked at The Village Nursery for 8 years!
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Sarah-Michelle

Sarah-Michelle Hagemeister

Job Title: Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Hi, my name is Sarah, and I am based in the toddler room.

I am level 3 qualified and also hold my paediatric first aid certificate.
Vicky

Vicky Hardman

Job Title: Nursery Cook

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Vicky. I am the nursery cook.

I have my Level 2 in Food Hygiene and BTEC Level 2 in hospitality and catering, paediatric first aid and safeguarding.
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Keira

Keira Tasker

Job Title: Practitioner

Joined: 2022

Hi, my name is Keira, and I am based in the preschool room.

I am currently working towards completing my level 2 qualification and am trained in paediatric first aid.
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Leah

Leah Coleman

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2022

Hi, my name is Leah, and I am based in the 2-3's room.

I am working towards completing my level 3 qualification.

I am currently on maternity leave and will be returning in 2025.
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Sharmin

Sharmin Begum

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2025

Hi, I'm Sharmin, and I am the Room Leader in the 2-3's Room.

I am level 3 qualified and have first aid training.
Aksa

Aksa Shabir

Job Title: Third in Charge

Joined: 2025

Hi, I'm Aksa, and I am the Third in Charge.

I am based in the Preschool Room. I have a level 5 qualification and have first aid training.
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Zaynab

Zaynab Ahmed

Job Title: Practitioner

Joined: 2025

Hi, I'm Zaynab, and I am based in the Baby Room.

I am Level 3 qualified and have first aid training.
Madison

Madison Cox

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Madison, and I am based in the Toddler Room.

I have first aid training and am currently working towards achieving my level 3 qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions about Village Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Village Nursery accepts?

Village Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Village Nursery Open?

Village 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 Village Nursery have capacity for?

Village Nursery has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Village Nursery to the centre of Oldham?

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

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