Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School

Demesne Road, Whalley Range, Manchester M16 8PH
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  • Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School, Manchester
Situated in South Manchester, Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School has a community of families, children, and team members who share a passion for nurturing children’s growth and development through democratic learning. The nursery provides high-quality care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

An experienced team of teachers, educators, and artists collaboratively implement a bilingual approach with democracy and freedom at its core. The children enjoy the independence to explore both indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day, including trips to the nearby Alexandra Park, offering diverse learning experiences. Outdoor areas and allotment enrich the educational environment with endless opportunities for adventure.

The nursery offers exclusively vegetarian meals freshly prepared by an on-site chef who has achieved a five-star rating from Environmental Health.

A Reggio Emilia inspired approach paired with the Storal Curriculum provides a unique and meaningful early years education.
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Funding & Fees

Full day (7:30am to 6:00pm) £77

We want to make life simple, so our fees include infant formula, milk, freshly prepared snacks, and meals. We also provide nappies, wipes, and sun cream, or parents can bring their own if they prefer

Contact Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School to get a personalised quote.

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kimberley Hutchins (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 123

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 & Christmas Eve

Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School Reviews (8)

8.9

Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.902) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School has 8 reviews.

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started Blue Ryder end of January. We are first time parents so starting nursery was a big transition for him and for us. We instantly felt that the staff are genuinely very caring towards him. His two key workers are wonderful and he formed an immediate attachment with them. He was fussy with
his diet prior to starting but now eats a fantastic range of food and is very food orientated. We love seeing the updates on the app as it gives us peace of mind seeing how much he has slept, ate, drank and had nappy changes. The photos and videos have made it easier returning to work after mat leave and knowing that he is having fun. The administrator is very responsive. The staff are always open and transparent when he's had any challenges or a bad day. We have noticed lots of positive changes with his development and communication. It was important for us to chose a nursery that is multicultural and that supports diversity. As same sex parents we have found the nursery inclusive.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Alexandra Park for almost 2 years and loves it there, always running in and excited to go to nursery. The staff are so friendly and caring, they have been great with everything from room transitions, potty training support, naps, and fantastic communication on what they're up to
both through the app or happy to chat as long as you want at pick up. We love the outdoor space and variety of activities as well as Spanish exposure. The annual art exhibition is also lovely. We have been very grateful with flexibility with changing days, which has been another huge help. This nursery isn't the closest to our home but we chose it over viewing others in Didsbury/Withington and have been extremely happy with our decision and seeing our son flourish there. Highly recommend!
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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have only joined the nursery beginning of the month but the experience has been great so far. Really easy to reach to for admin related questions over the phone and really great support when it comes to settling in. As a first time parent it has been a journey sending our one year old to nursery
but the support has been amazing and she is starting to love it 2 weeks in! I also appreciated the possibility to give the nursery a ring to check how she is getting on during the day.
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Review from M G (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery which fosters a lovely environment for young children of any age. Great for play, learning, socialising and more. Amazing staff in all rooms and management. Couldn't ask for anything better
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Review from Chris H (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this nursery, and so does our 1-year-old. The staff are brilliant, and the nursery is much bigger than others locally, with a lovely outdoor space and gardens. It's close to Alexandra Park and has parking right outside. This can be a bit busy, but you never wait more than a couple of minutes
for a space. There are always creative activities going on from painting to light shows and sensory rooms. The food is also amazing, it's a chef prepared vegetarian menu which changes all the time. I would highly recommend to other parents in South Manchester!
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Review from Kathryn T (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a great experience here so far, our little one really loves it! The art and child led pedagogy is incredible and the staff are really experienced and lovely with the kids. Our little one adores his key worker and we receive photos and videos of him having a great time there! They have a brilliant
garden which is important to us too. Plus a vegetarian menu and celebrations of different cultural events throughout the year (the older children did a Lunar new year procession throughout the classes!) - we highly recommend this nursery!
Reply from Alexandra Park, Central support at Alexandra Park Creative Nursery SchoolSo glad to hear your little one loves it here! We're thrilled you appreciate our child-led approach, amazing staff, and beautiful garden. The cultural celebrations and vegetarian menu are things we love too! Thanks for the recommendation!
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love this nursery! The creative and playful environment is fantastic, and we really appreciate the strong focus on play-based learning. The staff are incredibly grounded and child-focused, taking the time to get to know each child individually. Even staff from other rooms always greet
my child by name, which makes her feel so settled and special.
As a parent of a child with additional needs, I'm so grateful for the nursery's thoughtful approach. They've worked with us to create an individualised learning plan and have provided evidence to help us get on the waitlist for assessments. They also make transitions between rooms so much easier for the children, with a very gradual and supportive approach.
And the food is wonderful! My child eats so much more here than at home, which is a huge bonus. We couldn't be happier with the care and support our child receives.
Reply from Alexandra Park, Central support at Alexandra Park Creative Nursery SchoolThank you for your lovely review! We're so glad your child feels happy and settled here. It's great to hear you appreciate our play-based learning, supportive transitions, and individualized approach. We're always here to help, and we're thrilled to be part of your child's journey.
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Review from I S (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have always been so happy to go into nursery at Alexandra Park Children's Learning Community. The team looking after the kids is absolutely wonderful, always warm, caring, attentive and so creative - the children love them so much. It's a wonderful space where each child is able to explore
their interests while learning social skills and having the best time. We were all sad to leave when my eldest started school and I'm so glad a place like this exists! For us, a bilingual nursery which also offered a child-led approach was just perfect, and there's so much outdoor space, too - they grow up spending lots of time outside and exploring their environment. I couldn't recommend it enough!
The only downside is that admin could be better, but it has improved and they have put systems in place in the past couple of years, which have made things more streamlined. In my experience, this tends to be the same across all nurseries though!
Reply from Alexandra Park, Central support at Alexandra Park Creative Nursery SchoolThanks so much for your lovely review. We're so happy your children have enjoyed their time at Alexandra Park and that the child-led approach has worked so well for your family. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you've noticed the admin improvements.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.902)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.902) out of 10 for Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School 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 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 8 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 4.927 for Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (91 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.927
  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 3.975 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School is based on 8 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 + 0.05 = 3.65
    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 123 number of registered child places is 24.6. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 24.6 = 0.325
  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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Edith Acosta

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2020

Hello and welcome to Alexandra Park situated in South Manchester.


At Alexandra Park, we have developed a community of families, children, and team members who share a passion for nurturing children’s growth and development through democratic learning. Our experienced team of teachers, educators, and artists collaboratively implement our bilingual approach with democracy and freedom at its core. Our children enjoy the independence to explore both our indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day, including trips to the nearby Alexandra Park, offering diverse learning experiences. Our outdoor areas and allotment enrich our educational environment with endless opportunities for adventure.


We highly value our partnerships with families, encouraging their active involvement in our community, whether it's sharing their skills, volunteering at events and fundraisers, or contributing to gardening and other activities.


If you're seeking an early years education with a flexible, democratic, and creative approach, we’d love to welcome you and your family for a visit.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School accepts?

Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School Open?

Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School 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 Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School have capacity for?

Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School has capacity for a total of 123 Children.

How far is Alexandra Park Creative Nursery School to the centre of Manchester?

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

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