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 Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is 16 months old and her first time in a nursery setting. She's finding the settling in very hard but I can't thank the staff enough! They go above and beyond with her to make sure she's ok and to reassure me. She's a fussy eater and again do everything they can to ensure she eats something
at nursery. I couldn't be more happy with the choice I made in the quays the staff are amazing and put you at ease right away. I love it!
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Review from Louise C (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always warm, cheerful, welcoming and caring. Communication between staff and parents is good, it's nice to know what they've been up to as well as eating/sleeping routine. The nursery has been extremely accommodating of our needs and our daughter is very happy there.
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Review from Zoe M (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending the Quays Day Nursery since he was 8 months old and he absolutely loves it. The staff are fantastic, so friendly and welcoming. I don't feel as though my son is just a number as they get to know each child individually and I feel that they know my sons personality really well.
Each day I am informed of what activities the children have been doing and what my son is interested in and that's important to me. My son is free to bring his own toys/books and share them with the class which is lovely. I also love that the food is cooked in the nursery and not brought in. It really does feel like a home from home environment.
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Review from Katie D (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl seems to have settled very well. The staff are so helpful and always willing to go the extra mile. The nursery is such a lovely setting and I feel privileged my daughter was given a place there.
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Review from Jenny C (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been very impressed with the Quay's nursery since our child started there in September. The staff are great and friendly, nothing is too much trouble for them and most importantly, our son likes them all too. The standard and variety of the food is amazing.
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Review from Martyn H (Father of Child) published on 17 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wow, what a great nursery!
As everyone knows sending our children to nursery for the first time can be very daunting.
The staff made it such an easy transition for us all and we are very grateful.
Our little boy has developed so well since coming to the nursery and tells us all the time he can't
wait to go again!


Thank you so much!

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Review from Charlotte D (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As soon as we looked around the nursery, we loved everything about it. We felt extremely happy leaving our child for the first time, which made going back to work much easier. Having the home visit and settling in sessions meant that we could meet the staff and experience a normal day at the nursery.
Our child settled in so well and feel that she has made lots of progress since starting nursery. This is thanks to the fantastic staff and facilities at the nursery.
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Review from David M (Father of Child) published on 19 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When it came time to selecting a nursery for my younger son there was no contest. We had experience of The Quays from my older son who was there from being 12 months old to the pre-school class so it was our natural first choice. The Quays has always been a friendly, welcoming place with great staff
who I feel take time for each of the children as individuals.
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Review from Heather B (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
"A Home from Home, but better" is how I would describe The Quays.


I am 100% comfortable leaving my little boy here each day and have been since he was 10 weeks old. My middle son attended over 15 years ago and the ethos, quality and atmosphere have remained constant over the years. I love the fact

that my son can play freely and explore new things amongst peers, whilst under the supervision of high-quality staff.


The detailed feedback I receive on his wellbeing each day is a reassuring aspect to the service provided. This has been particularly important for me as he has been somewhat poorly in his first year and I have felt supported by the nursery.


He is now thriving and growing in life skills each day....THANKYOU :-)

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Review from Sarah K (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved to the area and the transition for my kids to change nursery was made so much each by all the lovely staff and facilities. Both my children are so happy going to nursery. Every day the do new and fun activities and really try and interlink family life and activities with what they learn at
nursery. The parent feedback and info is great.
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Review from Angela H (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend The Quays highly enough; I have 2 children currently at The Quays, with one leaving for 'big school' in a couple of weeks. Both children have been at the Quays since 9 months old and the care they have received has been exceptional. The girls really understand the uniqueness of each
child and just 'get them' - they are treated as individuals with activities planned for each child to suit their likes and hobbies; similarly, they are encouraged to celebrate everybody else's likes and hobbies.
All of the staff, whether they care for my children or not, are brilliant; they are sociable, helpful, professional and all help to care for the children in a fun, caring and safe environment. My children have loved being at this nursery and I will be very sad when number one leaves for primary school.
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Review from Cheryl D (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have worked at the Quays for nearly nineteen years and during this time I have had three children, I was very lucky in my job for my children to come with me. My youngest child is about to start her new adventure to school and even though I have a lump in my throat at the thought of it, I know nursery
have given her the tools to start school from socialising, playing alongside her friends, following her interests and developing into an independent, funny, happy little girl she is today.
One thing I can say throughout my children's time at nursery I have always been treated as a parent which has been important to me.
The staff are dedicated and eager to build on parent partnerships, and most of all giving my daughter lots of cuddles when I'm not there. #firstclasscare xx
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Review from Lakshmi S (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been going to quays for the last 15 months and from day one he has had the best time. All the staff in there are very caring and dedicated. I couldn't have asked for a better place for my little one. They have helped him all the way in his development. It's not only the key worker but everyone
else have done their bit for him. Everyone is so friendly which makes it easier for me to speak to them if I have any concerns. They have always been very accommodating. Having come to Warrington and not having a family to support me, Quays has been there as a family to me and my little one.
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Review from Chris R (Father of Child) published on 5 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been delighted with the excellent care the Quays and it's caring and dedicated staff provide for our daughter who has been at the nursery from 10 months old. The staff have all been incredibly hard working, forming a real bond with both children and parents which provides that reassurance so
important in a nursery, especially when first settling in.


They never seem to run out of ideas for fun, exciting and interesting activities for the children. The staff always seem full of enthusiasm and there is great communication about what the children get up to day to day and how they are progressing.


Our daughter absolutely loves her time in nursery and often asks to go there to play, even on her days off, which is a testament to how much she enjoys herself. The team have done so much to build her confidence and bring out her character over the last 14 months. She has come on leaps and bounds during her time at the nursery and we would have no hesitation in recommending it.

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Review from N J (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have enjoyed their time at The Quays over the last 3 years, and the youngest continues to do so. They have each developed many strong friendships over the years.
They have built strong relationships with each of their Key People as they have transitioned through the nursery, and all
of the other staff at the nursery.
The nursery values links with home/parents, and builds on the children's experiences outside of nursery, with many opportunities for Parents to get involved with stay-and-play sessions etc.
All staff show a real personal interest in my children and are keen to develop them, especially supporting them during the transition to school.
I don't have any concerns about the excellent care my children receive at The Quays.
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Review from Ruth W (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my children have enjoyed their time at The Quays. The staff are lovely and have really helped bring my children on. There is good communication with parents. They provide healthy meals which my children are happy to eat. I am very happy with my choice of nursery.
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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with fully trained and professional staff.


My child started the nursery earlier this year and I can already see a big difference in his confidence and speech and all round learning.


The nursery staff are absolutely brilliant with the children, coming up with daily activities

that are up-most fun whilst educational at the same time.


I have loved watching my 'baby' grow up in to a lovely little boy with the help of The Quays Day nursery staff.


Thank you everyone.

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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been at the Quays since he was 9 months old and he is due to start school in September. We love the Quays, it's a very home from home care and they have really helped him turn into the person he is today. The staff and management are always there to chat too about any concerns and
any questions at all, they have been a great support to me and my family. A special thanks to pre school who have really allowed him to grow this last 12 months and the Manager who had managed the nursery for pretty much the whole time we've been at the quays she is an absolute credit to the team, we will miss the quays but it's time to let us carry on growing so thank you and if you are a new mum reading this then I would 100% recommend the Quays xx
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Review from LW (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank everyone at the Quays enough for the care, support and fun that they have given my oldest son over the last 3 years and that they continue to offer my younger children. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending The Quays.
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Review from Sian C (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been using this nursery for our two children since 2013. They provide me with complete peace of mind when I leave them there and the care they receive is second to none. It is very much a 'home from home' environment and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone!
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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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