Holyrood Nursery Warrington

237 Thelwall New Road, Grappenhall, Warrington WA4 2XT
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  • Holyrood Nursery Warrington, Warrington
Holyrood Warrington is one of several nurseries owned and operated by Thrive Childcare & Education. Located in Grappenhall, Warrington, the nursery prides itself on providing outstanding care for the children and families that use the setting.

The nursery consists of four well-proportioned rooms and provides care for children aged 3 months to 4 years and 11 months, based on their age and stage of development. The nursery also benefits from an outdoor learning space, which is available to all age groups.

Parent partnerships are a vital part of nursery life and this is promoted from the day you come to look at the nursery. The team works closely with parents to ensure that all of the children’s individual needs are catered for.

Caring and professional practitioners offer a wide range of learning activities tailored to each child’s interests, as well as linking learning to their experiences at home.

Children’s meals are made fresh on site each day ensuring a healthy balanced diet, all prepared in line with recommended nutrition and portion size guidelines.

The nursery is located in a residential area close to Warrington town centre and within easy access to the M56 and M6 motorways, providing routes to Manchester and Birmingham.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Emma Willis (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Total Places for Children

  • 68

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

Holyrood Nursery Warrington Reviews (101)

9.9

Holyrood Nursery Warrington has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.888) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holyrood Nursery Warrington has 101 reviews.

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Review from Simon R (Father of Child) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter has been with the nursery, her progression has been amazing. They offer a structured day, and I know when she goes to school in September, she will adapt really easily from the support she has received. Keep up the good work guys.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your feedback. Your daughter has just grown and developed, her confidence really shines through, and she is more than equipped for her journey to school. We have loved having her with…read more
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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a brilliant nursery - we couldn’t be happier with it. The staff are excellent and have always gone above and beyond to ensure our children have settled in well. The nursery provides such a warm and nurturing environment, and they offer a vast array of different activities for the children each
day. We would wholeheartedly recommend The Quays.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. Both your children are amazing and love nursery. It is fantastic to see how both their different personalities have developed and how much they enjoy…read more
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Review from Sean N (Father of Child) published on 25 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at The Quays Day Nursery and we have been absolutely blown away by the service and care so far. From the tour of the nursery to him starting and the care of our son. They give you great confidence in their care and our son has loved his first week at nursery. Thanks and keep up the great
work.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. Your son is an amazing little boy who has settled wonderfully into nursery, and that is testament to the care and support given by the team. His little…read more
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Review from Tom E (Father of Child) published on 23 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a brilliant nursery. Friendly staff, wonderful food and top-quality care for my children! My daughter attended prior to going to school, and my son now attends, and we can’t fault the nursery - it’s amazing!
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your fantastic feedback. Both of your children have been amazing during their time with us, both confident happy learners who have built fabulous relationships with all of the team. They…read more
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Review from Carol B (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are so lovely and accommodating to our specific needs as a family. My child loves going to preschool, and I feel they are preparing all the children for the next steps into school life wonderfully.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your feedback. We will always endeavour to support a families individual needs, and we are happy that we have been able to do this for you. As our curriculum is based around…read more
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Review from Collette M (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Quays are amazing, they have provided the best provision for our daughters. Such a professional, dedicated and fantastic team with excellent facilities. The food they provide is amazing; my two love it.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We have been lucky enough to watch your oldest child grow and develop, and we are just as lucky to see it all again with your youngest. We are very proud of our…read more
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Review from Amna R (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy at The Quays Private Day Nursery. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. My daughter comes out of the nursery very happy, chatty and tells me all about her day and cannot wait to go back in to see her friends and play. I am very happy with the development and the environment
they have created for the children is amazing.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your lovely feedback; your daughter has settled so well and loves the time that she spends here. Her confidence shines through, and she loves to get involved in everything!
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Review from Hollie H (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in the toddler two-room at The Quays Private Day Nursery in January 2021 just after his second birthday! I had the usual parental concerns, but they have all been unfounded as the staff at The Quays Private Day Nursery have been wonderful and really helped him settle in and thrive! Seeing
his daily activities on the app and daily debriefs have shown us how well he is doing as a child, who is a late talker and also how well supported he is. He has developed good relationships with his key worker and the other staff, and I am able to get on with the day knowing he is both safe and happy. The staff are always available to chat on the phone if needed and home to nursery correspondence is brilliant. The menus are fantastic, activities are always changing, and the indoor and outdoor spaces are great. Thank you so much to all The Quays Private Day Nursery.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback; the girls work tirelessly to provide an action-packed day full of fun and learning opportunities and love to take the time to build and maintain their…read more
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Review from Nicole M (Mother of Child) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff and a lovely nursery. My daughter loves going there, always comes out happy and always learns new things. She always talks about her day and she made so many friends too. She also loves the teachers; they look after them like their own child, and I never a bad word to say.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, from day one, your daughter has settled amazingly into our sessional Preschool and loves every second that she spends there. The children are kept constantly…read more
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Review from Spencer C (Father of Child) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one, we have had nothing but positive views of The Quays Private Day Nursery. Our twins loved it and have benefited so much.
There wasn’t one member of staff who we didn’t take to. You can have a joke and a nice chat with everyone, but when things were serious, they were brilliant at their
job. My boy was diagnosed autistic, and the attitude from them was immense; they helped us all the way through, even to the point of extending his stay whilst we were fighting to get a school for him. The Senco staff were better than we could have imagined getting and the help and support they gave was second to none. If you get the chance to go there, take it as it’s an amazing place with amazing people.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
It has been a joy to care for both of your children and be part of the incredible journey they have made. Our SENCO worked tirelessly on behalf of your son in order to ensure the best possible outcome…read more
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Review from Alex G (Father of Child) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery. My daughter has been attending for a little over three years now and it has been a great experience for her and us from day one. Everything from care to meals to activities and early years education has been top-notch. Would highly recommend!
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your amazing feedback; it has been a pleasure to watch your daughter grow and develop into the amazing confident girl she is. We will miss her immensely when she goes to school, and she…read more
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Review from Cal P (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery with wonderful staff. My Little One has been with The Quays for 3 years and they have always made every effort to support our family. She loves her friends and teachers, and we are all so sad to be leaving!
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, we have loved having you with us at The Quays, it has been a joy to watch your daughter grow and develop and we will miss you all too!
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Review from Anna (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have attended The Quays for the last 7 years for both of our children. They started in the baby room at 7/8 months and left when going to school. Warm, clean environment with great facilities. Lovely homemade food and great extra activities such as forest school. The staff are knowledgeable and experienced
and really get to know the children.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, we will miss you all, the team have loved seeing your children develop and grow, please don't forget to send us uniform Pictures!
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Review from Steve A (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery from 10 months old and the way the staff has looked after her has been amazing. The team have always been supportive and considerate of our needs and our daughter has thrived in their care.
We will really miss everyone at The Quays and thank everyone for their
amazing, professional and friendly service.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you for your lovely comments, we will miss you all too and we wish you all the best on the next stage of your journey.
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attended the nursery and we have been extremely happy with the standard of care they have received. Nothing is ever too much trouble for all of the nursery staff - from the day to day carers and supervisors, to the nursery managers, cleaner and cook, it’s a very welcoming and friendly
environment. My children really enjoy their days at nursery and all their activities are well documented on the online system and communication between parents and staff is brilliant. Thank you and keep up the good work.
Reply from Claire Oxley at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
We are so pleased that you feel this way about The Quays Jo. It is a joy to watch both of your children as they develop and grow, from your youngest's exploratory interest to your eldest's love of…read more
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Review from Paul B (Father of Child) published on 4 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one the staff at The Quays have been fantastic - with the home visit allowing us and our daughter to get a feel for everything and get a full understanding of how the settling in sessions would work. The settling in sessions were great and really put us at ease and our daughter thoroughly enjoyed
them. The regular updates via the parent app were very reassuring at the beginning, allowing us to see that she had settled in so well and was having a great time playing outside and getting involved in all of the activities. The difference in her since starting nursery has been noticed by all of our friends and family as she has become much more confident around others and learning new things every time she is there. We would definitely recommend to anyone.
Reply from Claire Oxley at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your feedback Paul, it is so important to us to make sure that our families and particularly the children are well-settled and happy when starting at nursery; as this ensures…read more
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Review from Alice B (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've recently returned back to work full time. I was initially worried about leaving my one-year-old, but he's actually flourished at The Quays. He's settled in really well. The staff at The Quays are excellent because they really listen to you and try to adapt to your child. The communication within
the nursery is great. They all know my son's name, even the cleaner. The nursery has a really homely, warm feel which I love. I'm so pleased to have found somewhere where I don't have to worry about whether my son is getting the very best care. The activities are engaging and vary. I'd like my son to go outside a little more but I expect that will happen once he moves out of the baby room and when the weather gets better too. I strongly recommend this nursery. The staff are so friendly and welcoming across all rooms/management. Thanks for everything so far!
Reply from Claire Oxley at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Thank you so much for your feedback, Alice. As stormy February is behind us and the weather is improving; we look forward to lots of outdoor springtime play and activities in our extensive garden. We…read more
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Review from Jesicca F (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Nursery has been a fantastic support for me and my daughter who has special needs, the Nursery has gone above and beyond to support her, the staff are amazing and friendly it’s a lovely welcoming environment. A great place to develop young minds - would highly recommend.
Reply from Claire Oxley, Nursery Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Hi Jessica, thank you for your lovely feedback. It has been a pleasure for us all to support your daughter and we are all bursting with pride at the wonderful progress she has made whilst with us at…read more
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Review from Rachel W (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery and staff are fantastic, my child loves going here and has done well over a year. The staff care about each and every child, my child has come on leaps and bounds with his speech and is growing so fast! He learns something new every day and is always telling me something new! Would highly
recommend this nursery!
Reply from Cheryl Ditchfield, Quality and Relationship Manager at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Hi Rachel, thank you for your review. Your child was telling me that he has a wonderful relationship with the staff and has a lovely group of friends. He also has a very much 'a can do' attitude…read more
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Review from Rachael C (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend The Quays nursery! I was so worried when I was returning back to work as my daughter was very clingy and wouldn't go to many people without getting upset so I didn't think she would settle in but within weeks we could see the difference in her which was amazing, the confidence
it gave her towards others and she has come on so much thanks to all the lovely staff. They are so welcoming and always have a smile on there faces!
Reply from Cheryl Ditchfield at Holyrood Nursery Warrington
Hi Rachel, thank you for your lovely feedback. That's great news your daughter has settled in beautifully and is establishing lovely relationships with the staff.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.888)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.888) out of 10 for Holyrood Nursery Warrington 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.888 for Holyrood Nursery Warrington is calculated as follows: ( (246 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 276 Ratings = 4.888
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Holyrood Nursery Warrington is based on 23 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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6, which has been reached with 23 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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 (6)

Meet the Team (2)

Emma

Emma Willis

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021

I have over 20 years of experience working with children in a variety of roles with my most recent role being the Nursery Manager of a local Outstanding nursery.


I am already building strong relationships with our families and staff and already feeling a part of The Mere Family.


As a mum to a young family, I have a good understanding of juggling family life with a career as many of our families do.


I have a Btec National in Early Childhood Studies.

Michelle

Michelle Boland

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

I began my nursery career here in 2014 and have had the pleasure of working with every age group over the years. During that time, I quickly fell in love with every aspect of nursery life.
Now, I proudly serve as Deputy Manager alongside Emma, working in the office to support our team, children, and families. I truly love my role and feel privileged to welcome our wonderful families and children each day.

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