Holyrood Nursery Castleton

Heywood Road, Castleton, Rochdale OL11 3BT
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8.9 115 Reviews
  • Holyrood Nursery Castleton, Rochdale
Holyrood Nursery Castleton is based in Rochdale and is a restored church that is a grade II listed building.

The nursery is registered to care for children aged between the ages of six weeks to five years.

Holyrood has four playrooms each equipped with toys and activities that are age and stage relevant for children. There is also a large outdoor space that has two separate areas, each with a range of outdoor toys and equipment.

Holyrood Castleton has been awarded a variety of awards and has staff that are fluent in Urdu.

Please contact them to arrange a personal viewing of this vibrant nursery in the heart of Rochdale.
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Funding & Fees

Contact us to learn more about our competitive fee structure. Funded spaces available.

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • April Shields (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 80

Age Range

  • from 0 years 1 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, Christmas & New Year

Holyrood Nursery Castleton Reviews (115)

8.9

Holyrood Nursery Castleton has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.943) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holyrood Nursery Castleton has 115 reviews.

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Review from Terrae L (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our little boy started at Holyrood Easter 2022 and we cannot deny the progress he has made! He loves coming to nursery and has formed such good bonds with the staff. We love to see him reach out for cuddles in the morning at drop-off, it reassures us to know he feels safe and secure here. We would 100%
recommend Holyrood and have no regrets in choosing this nursery for our baby.
Special thanks to the manager and the team for making him feel so welcome.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
The Thrive Team
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son really enjoys his days at nursery and has made good relationships with all the staff.
Management are quick to respond to any issues raised.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate it. Our team will be delighted to read your lovely review.
All the best,
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Review from Angela K (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter came to Holyrood Nursery Castleton and now my son does too. They both absolutely love it. The staff are amazing with them and we have noticed how much they have come on. I wouldn't send them anywhere else.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for taking the time to review us, we are delighted to hear your children enjoy their time at nursery. It is wonderful to hear your positive comments about our lovely staff team.
Many thanks,
The Thrive Team.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good nursery and the children enjoy attending. Different activities and a good menu for lunch and dinner.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are so happy to hear your positive comments and delighted you feel that we have a good range of activities on offer. We work hard to provide a healthy, diverse menu for the children so it is wonderful to hear you feel it meets your children's needs.
Many thanks,
The Thrive Team.
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Review from T H (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find Holyrood Nursery Castleton fantastic - my daughter loves her time there. She has progressed so much in the time she has attended. Staff at Holyrood Nursery are brilliant, always find time to give me feedback each time my daughter attends I would recommend Holyrood Nursery to any parents.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are delighted that your daughter loves her time at Holyrood Castleton. Many thanks from everyone.
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Review from Jessica P (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Holyrood Nursery have made it possible for me to find a perfect work-life balance and have supported not only my son but myself through a tough transition period. All the staff go above and beyond and my son has come on leaps and bounds since being here. Knowing my son is in a safe and trusted environment
allows me to take a step back and allow my son to grow and learn independently. My son is a really fussy eater at home but the food given at nursery is so good he eats everything and sometimes has seconds!
I cannot thank all the amazing staff enough.
Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It's lovely to read that you and your son are happy at our nursery. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare and Education.
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Review from Lisa H (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing staff, my son has only been going for a few months and has developed leaps and bounds in such a short time! Staff are very friendly and welcoming, my son loves going to nursery even on the days he's not in.
Reply from Melissa Collins, Sales and Marketing Executive at Holyrood Nursery CastletonThank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate the kind works and will be sure to pass this onto the nursery team. Kind regards, Thrive Childcare
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Review from Nosheen (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, flexible, with great staff and management who take all your concerns on board. They are very approachable. The staff are fully engaged with kids and my little one loves going in which gives me a lot of peace of mind.
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Review from Laura F (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have experienced great things with the nursery since my son has started, since the New Year. My son's keyworker has reassured me and been very informative with what he has been doing on a day to day basis. All the workers in his room have been really friendly and understanding. My son is very happy
when he arrives at nursery and can see his development progressing. Keep up the great work Holyrood!
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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Holyrood Day Nursery is a brilliant nursery. The development in our son since joining Holyrood is exceptional. Staff are very caring and kind. They have clearly built a great relationship and connection with our son. We couldn't be happier with the nursery and staff. Thank you.
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Review from J Y (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff! My daughter loves coming to Holyrood Day Nursery Castleton. Wide range of activities for her daily.
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Review from Kate H (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! Has helped bring out our son's persona.
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Review from Mark K (Father of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Castleton for the past year and we have seen a massive change. She loves going and her confidence has grown which is 100% down to the friendly staff.
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The transition from toddler room to tweenies has been handled brilliantly. My son loves the ladies and coming into the nursery.
The staff are all so lovely, I would definitely recommend Holyrood Day Nursery Castleton.
Thank you!
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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been at Holyrood Day Nursery since she was five months old. The nursery staff are fantastic with her, and she loves going to nursery. Her development has come on amazingly, and it is all credit to the staff and their care.
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Review from D W (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff have helped my son settle in the Tweeny Room. He loves coming to nursery and talks about the girls that look after him.
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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent experience for my little boy. Facilities are great. Little one has come on so much.
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Review from D W (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, friendly, professional staff. The nursery is always clean and looks well kept. My son is doing really well and at the right levels for his age group.
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Review from Dorota M (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Holyrood Day Nursery Castleton is great. Both of my children went here and they both really enjoyed their time there. All staff is lovely and always helpful.
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Review from Nichelle C (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Friendly, helpful. Full induction given when started and transition day into new rooms was smooth. Management very approachable.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.943)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.943) out of 10 for Holyrood Nursery Castleton 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 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 7 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 4.905 for Holyrood Nursery Castleton is calculated as follows: ( (76 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.905
  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 4.038 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Holyrood Nursery Castleton is based on 7 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 = 3.6
    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 80 number of registered child places is 16. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 16 = 0.438
  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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Awards / Recognitions (4)

Meet the Team (2)

April

April Shields

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

April is Nursery Manager at Holyrood Castleton and has led the team to a good outcome at their recent Ofsted inspection.

Zoe

Zoe Larkin

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2018

Zoe works closely with April to ensure the smooth operation of the nursery.

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