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At Tiddlywinks Ancoats, they believe that children thrive when parents and practitioners work in true partnership. Together, they create a rich, rewarding, and stimulating experience filled...
Tiddlywinks Nursery Group proudly opened its fifth setting in the heart of the Ancoats/Beswick community, offering exceptional early years care and education for children aged four months up to school age. Their aim is simple: to give every child the very best start in life.
At Tiddlywinks Ancoats, they believe that children thrive when parents and practitioners work in true partnership. Together, they create a rich, rewarding, and stimulating experience filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful learning opportunities.
Their nursery ethos focuses on providing a happy, secure, and nurturing environment where every child can grow socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. With three spacious outdoor areas, an enhanced provision throughout the setting, and opportunities for real-world exploration, children are encouraged to investigate, discover, and learn through child-led play.
They offer a wide range of exciting activities designed to ignite curiosity, build independence, and allow children to take safe, calculated risks as they develop confidence in their own abilities. Every child’s unique interests are celebrated and used to shape their learning journey.
Tiddlywinks Ancoats also proudly provides free childcare places for eligible two and three year olds through early years education funding, helping families access high-quality childcare all year round.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Tiddlywinks Nursery Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Charly Green (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 16
Total Places for Children
- 72
Age Range
- from 0 years 4 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Parking
- Private car park on site
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats Reviews (81)
Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats has a Review Score of 10 (9.955) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats has 81 reviews.
They go above and beyond and help you with every request you have...
They go above and beyond and help you with every request you have and take time to get to no the children there likes and dislikes it defiantly feels like your dropping them to family.
Our son has had some medical problems and needed extra requests which the staff especially Charlie have been amazing with and reassured us and kept us informed how he was this was reassuring for us and new he was safe in there hands.
The care the staff have gave is incredible and has played a huge part in our sons development and confidence.
The outside area our son loves exploring when he's there and the activities they do with the children are brilliant we would highly recommend this nursery to other parents
The staff are exceptionally warm and made the settling-in period so much easier for both us and our child. I love how they provide daily updates on meals and...
The staff are exceptionally warm and made the settling-in period so much easier for both us and our child. I love how they provide daily updates on meals and activities, which gives us total peace of mind.
My child loves the spacious outdoor garden and always comes home excited to tell us about the chickens and, overall, the story time and birthday parties. Since starting, we've seen a huge boost in his confidence.
I highly recommend Tiddlywinks Nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for their little one!
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your child is enjoying their time at Tiddlywinks Nursery and that our team helped make the settling-in process a positive experience. It's wonderful to know they love the garden, chickens, story times, and celebrations, and we're...
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your child is enjoying their time at Tiddlywinks Nursery and that our team helped make the settling-in process a positive experience. It's wonderful to know they love the garden, chickens, story times, and celebrations, and we're especially pleased to hear how much their confidence has grown. Thank you for your recommendation and for being part of our Tiddlywinks family!
My son has been very happy since starting at the nursery. We always feel that he is safe, well cared for, and supported by the team. His key person is incredibly patient, kind, and attentive, and has built a lovely relationship with him. We really appreciate the care and dedication shown by all the...
My son has been very happy since starting at the nursery. We always feel that he is safe, well cared for, and supported by the team. His key person is incredibly patient, kind, and attentive, and has built a lovely relationship with him. We really appreciate the care and dedication shown by all the staff. Thank you for creating such a warm and welcoming environment for children.
Large outdoor space for play. Well organised range of activities during the day including nursery rhymes, reading, messy play. Invested in child's development journey with regular app updates on nursery days. My son has really enjoyed his time so far in the setting
Large outdoor space for play. Well organised range of activities during the day including nursery rhymes, reading, messy play. Invested in child's development journey with regular app updates on nursery days. My son has really enjoyed his time so far in the setting
The staff are amazing, caring, and dedicated and they have played a huge part in my children's learning and development. A...
The staff are amazing, caring, and dedicated and they have played a huge part in my children's learning and development. A special mention goes to Charly, the manager who is always smiling, approachable and willing to help whenever needed. Her warmth and support make a real difference to both children and parents.
My children have learned so much during their time at the nursery and have developed both socially and academically in a nurturing and stimulating environment. It has been wonderful to see them grow in confidence and enjoy their time there.
I would highly recommend Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats to any parent looking for a caring, supportive and high-quality nursery for their child. Thank you to everyone at Tiddleywinks for all the care and support you've given my family over the years.
We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have been so happy with the care and support your family has received. Our...
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It truly means the world to us that you have trusted Tiddlywinks Nursery with all three of your children over the years.We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have been so happy with the care and support your family has received. Our team work incredibly hard to create a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment, so it's wonderful to know that this has made such a positive impact on your children's learning, development, and confidence.
A special thank you for your lovely words about Charly - she will be so touched to hear this. We are very proud to have such a dedicated and caring manager leading our team.
It has been a real privilege to be part of your children's journeys, and we will miss your youngest very much as they move on to their next adventure. We wish them all the very best for the future!
Thank you again for your recommendation and for being such a valued part of our Tiddlywinks family.
We absolutely love Tiddlywinks Ancoats. My child has flourished since starting here-their confidence has grown so much. The staff are incredibly caring, professional, and communicative. The setting is clean, bright, and full of engaging activities. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent...
We absolutely love Tiddlywinks Ancoats. My child has flourished since starting here-their confidence has grown so much. The staff are incredibly caring, professional, and communicative. The setting is clean, bright, and full of engaging activities. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for their child.
We absolutely love Tiddlywinks Ancoats. My child has flourished since starting here-their confidence has grown so much. The staff are incredibly caring, professional, and communicative. The setting is clean, bright, and full of engaging activities. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for their child.
His development has been amazing - his confidence with other children, speech & language progress, and the activities...
His development has been amazing - his confidence with other children, speech & language progress, and the activities they do every day are all superb. The care is just outstanding.
What really sets them apart is communication. We got a full, detailed handover at home time every single day, so we always knew what he'd eaten, learned, and enjoyed.
All the teachers are perfect, but special shoutout to Olivia - you're doing a phenomenal job and we're so grateful our son is in your hands. He absolutely loves coming in and so do we.
Thank you for making his first nursery experience so special
His development has been amazing - his confidence with other children, speech & language progress, and the activities...
We cannot recommend Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats highly enough. This was our son's first nursery and he's been there 16+ months, and it's been an incredible experience from day one.His development has been amazing - his confidence with other children, speech & language progress, and the activities they do every day are all superb. The care is just outstanding.
What really sets them apart is communication. We got a full, detailed handover at home time every single day, so we always knew what he'd eaten, learned, and enjoyed.
All the teachers are perfect, but special shoutout to Olivia - you're doing a phenomenal job and we're so grateful our son is in your hands. He absolutely loves coming in and so do we.
Thank you for making his first nursery experience so special
An excellent environment for young children, supported by highly competent and caring staff. I noticed significant developmental improvement in the children within just a few weeks, which speaks volumes about the quality of care and learning provided.
An excellent environment for young children, supported by highly competent and caring staff. I noticed significant developmental improvement in the children within just a few weeks, which speaks volumes about the quality of care and learning provided.
We're...
Thank you so much for your kind words-it truly means a lot to us. We're delighted to hear how much your grandson enjoys his time at nursery and that he's thriving. It's wonderful that he shares his experiences with you and looks forward to coming back each day-that's exactly what we aim for.We're so pleased that your family chose Tiddlywinks Ancoats, and we'll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to our team. Thank you again for your support!
The nursery is always very welcoming. Our grandson has a great experience and tells us all about his time at nursery as we walk home. He always wants to go back. He is thriving. I am delighted that his parents chose Tiddlywinks Ancoats. The staff are lovely!
The nursery is always very welcoming. Our grandson has a great experience and tells us all about his time at nursery as we walk home. He always wants to go back. He is thriving. I am delighted that his parents chose Tiddlywinks Ancoats. The staff are lovely!
My son had been in the baby then toddler room and it is amazing how the staff showered the children with love. At birthdays, they would make a big event out of it, sticking his photo on the front door, have a party with cake and just making him the happiest person in the world. He came home singing...
My son had been in the baby then toddler room and it is amazing how the staff showered the children with love. At birthdays, they would make a big event out of it, sticking his photo on the front door, have a party with cake and just making him the happiest person in the world. He came home singing happy birthday songs again and again and that is still his favourite song. It is a very experienced team who knows how to deal with difficult children. He was only one when he went and he wasn't sleep-trained. I wasn't sure whether he was ready for nursery but his keyworker puts a lot of efforts and cracked it. Staff looked like they have been professionally trained. They use an app to communicate what and when the child eat, when do they sleep and when did they have the nappies changed. I don't think many nurseries do that. The nursery opening hours are quite long 7:30am to 6pm. I think the quality is similar to private schools, without the judgemental environment and for much lower fee.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience and that your son felt so happy, safe, and loved during his time with us. Creating special moments, like celebrating birthdays, is something we truly value, so it's lovely to hear how much those...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience and that your son felt so happy, safe, and loved during his time with us. Creating special moments, like celebrating birthdays, is something we truly value, so it's lovely to hear how much those memories have meant to him.We're especially pleased that you felt supported during his early days, particularly with settling and sleep routines. Our team works hard to provide a nurturing and professional environment, and it means a lot to know that this has been recognised. We're also glad you found the communication through our app helpful-it's important to us that parents feel connected and informed throughout the day.
Thank you again for your kind words about our staff, facilities, and approach. We feel very proud to have been part of your son's early journey and to have made such a positive impact on his development and happiness.
The care, comfort and attention provided to my baby is amazing. I feel confident when I drop my baby at the nursery.
The staffs are very professional and always perform their duties with full responsibility.
The care, comfort and attention provided to my baby is amazing. I feel confident when I drop my baby at the nursery.
The staffs are very professional and always perform their duties with full responsibility.
Thank you for trusting us with your little one's early journey.
I chose Tiddlywinks for my son after his original nursery closed. He started here just before his second birthday and I wish he'd move sooner! From his very first day I felt that he was safe and cared for and he has been thriving ever since. The staff here listened to our concerns, reassured us and...
I chose Tiddlywinks for my son after his original nursery closed. He started here just before his second birthday and I wish he'd move sooner! From his very first day I felt that he was safe and cared for and he has been thriving ever since. The staff here listened to our concerns, reassured us and have supported his development exceptionally. Each and every member of staff has made an effort to get to know us and our child, and it genuinely feels like we're dropping him off with family. I'll be devastated to move on from Tiddlywinks when my son moves to reception.
We're...
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're incredibly grateful that you chose Tiddlywinks for your son, especially during what must have been a difficult transition from his previous nursery. Knowing that he felt safe, settled, and cared for from day one means so much to our whole team.We're delighted to hear how well he has thrived with us, and it's wonderful that you've felt supported, listened to, and reassured throughout his journey. Our staff genuinely love getting to know each child and their family, so your comment about it feeling like dropping him off with family truly means the world.
Although we'll be sad to see him move on to reception, we're proud of the confident, capable little person he has become-and we're honoured to have been part of his early years. Thank you again for your kind words and for being such a valued part of our Tiddlywinks community.
Our daughter has been at Tiddlywinks Ancoats for the past 18 months, starting in the baby room, through the tweenie room, and now into the preschool room. I can honestly say it has been a fantastic experience and our daughter absolutely loves it! She has really come out of her shell here with the...
At 2.5 years old she knows her numbers from 1-12, understands two languages, speaks well, knows her colours and shapes, and has very good emotional regulation. I feel that the staff at Tiddlywinks have really helped support her growth in all of these areas which is fantastic!. The app is great and is constantly updated throughout the day. The facilities are great, very good food options, and then there are day trips and stay and play sessions where the parents can get involved.
Honestly we couldn't be happier here :)
It has been an absolute pleasure watching your little one grow and thrive over the past 18 months-from the baby room, through tweenies, and now into pre-school. Hearing how much confidence she has gained and how well she is progressing in her learning...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!It has been an absolute pleasure watching your little one grow and thrive over the past 18 months-from the baby room, through tweenies, and now into pre-school. Hearing how much confidence she has gained and how well she is progressing in her learning and communication truly means the world to us.
Our team work hard to support every child's development, so your feedback about her language skills, early maths knowledge, emotional regulation, and overall confidence is incredibly appreciated. We're delighted that you feel the app updates, facilities, meals, day trips, and stay & play sessions have all added to your positive experience.
Thank you for being such supportive and engaged parents. We love having your daughter with us and we're so happy to hear you couldn't be happier here
There's always a relaxed atmosphere we're the children seem happy...
There's always a relaxed atmosphere we're the children seem happy to be, if you have any concerns all the staff are approachable and more than happy to listen and help.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It means a lot to hear that our team's friendly, caring approach is felt across the whole nursery. We pride ourselves on knowing each child as an individual and creating a safe, happy, and well-organised environment for them to thrive in. We're also glad you feel comfortable coming to us with any concerns - our door is always open.
We're so happy with our experience at this nursery. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in our child. It's a safe, nurturing environment with engaging activities, and we've seen such lovely growth in our child's confidence and development. We feel completely reassured leaving them...
We're so happy with our experience at this nursery. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in our child. It's a safe, nurturing environment with engaging activities, and we've seen such lovely growth in our child's confidence and development. We feel completely reassured leaving them each day and would highly recommend it to other parents
Thank you so much for your lovely words. We're delighted to hear how happy you are with your experience at our nursery. Our team works hard to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment, so it means a lot to know your child is growing in confidence and thriving with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation.
My boys have been at this nursery for 2 and a half years only eldest who is 3 is showing signs of autism I could not thank C enough for everything she has done for my boy she's been his comfort whilst attending always supporting him they've built such a strong bond together which makes me feel so...
My boys have been at this nursery for 2 and a half years only eldest who is 3 is showing signs of autism I could not thank C enough for everything she has done for my boy she's been his comfort whilst attending always supporting him they've built such a strong bond together which makes me feel so much at ease as a mother knowing there's somebody who understands him and his needs in a different setting than at home. Not only has she supported my son in the best way but she has also supported myself when I've struggled emotionally and mentally. She's supported me in ways from home life struggles with my sons needs to even supporting which school would be best for my son to go to, she's been there whenever we both have needed her I wouldn't have been able to do anything we've achieved with him so far without her, I will be forever grateful for C and I'm sure my son feels the same at 3 as he always mentions C at home too. Thank you so much C for being our rock.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are truly grateful for your kind words. C has loved supporting your little one, and it means so much to know the bond they've built has brought comfort to both him and yourself. We're honored to be part of his journey and look forward to seeing him continue to thrive.
We have two children in Tiddlywinks Ancoats, attending this nursery since they were babies. The nursery is located in a pleasant green space, with its own large garden and playground. The team is very engaged and enthusiastic, professional and with vast knowledge of children's development processes...
We have two children in Tiddlywinks Ancoats, attending this nursery since they were babies. The nursery is located in a pleasant green space, with its own large garden and playground. The team is very engaged and enthusiastic, professional and with vast knowledge of children's development processes and needs. We are very happy with this nursery and the boys enjoy their time there.
My daughter loved to go to this nursery. This was her first nursery ever. She went there for over 16 months and she absolutely loved it, and so did we. Her development was amazing. Her interactions with other children, speech and language progress and even activities that she did - it was all...
It's been a month that my daughter has left the nursery because we moved houses and this one is really far now, but there haven't been 2 days in a row when my daughter hasn't mentioned her key worker's name and asked for her. In fact she keeps mentioning multiple people from there. She moved up from Baby room to toddler room and made friends everywhere.
Superbly amazing staff. It was a wonderful experience. You can depend on them to take care of your child and keep them safe.
I also attended a first aid session at the nursery which was very helpful.
All staff have been absolutely amazing with both my kids, helped them settled really well and they love being in nursery, just goes to show the love and attention that goes into each individual child. Super friendly and accommodating yours and your child needs. Thank you.
All staff have been absolutely amazing with both my kids, helped them settled really well and they love being in nursery, just goes to show the love and attention that goes into each individual child. Super friendly and accommodating yours and your child needs. Thank you.
Such a wonderful nursery! I feel so happy and confident having my little girl with you. From the very first day, I felt a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and I knew I had made the right choice. The staff are incredibly kind, caring, and professional, always ensuring that every child feels safe,...
Such a wonderful nursery! I feel so happy and confident having my little girl with you. From the very first day, I felt a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and I knew I had made the right choice. The staff are incredibly kind, caring, and professional, always ensuring that every child feels safe, happy, and valued.
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- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Tiddlywinks Nursery Group
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Tiddlywinks Nursery Group
- 28 Apr 2023Recipient: Tiddlywinks Nursery Group
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Meet the Team (2)

With over 16 years of experience in early years education, I have had the privilege of working with children across all age ranges, from our youngest...
With over 16 years of experience in early years education, I have had the privilege of working with children across all age ranges, from our youngest babies to confident preschoolers preparing for school. My passion for childcare has grown stronger each year, and I am dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging, and high-quality learning environment for every child. Supporting children through each stage of their development—and working closely with their families—has always been at the heart of my practice, and I am committed to ensuring every child thrives, feels valued, and leaves our setting with confidence and joy.

With over 16 years of experience in early years education, I have had the privilege of working with children across all age ranges, from our youngest...
With over 16 years of experience in early years education, I have had the privilege of working with children across all age ranges, from our youngest babies to confident preschoolers preparing for school. My passion for childcare has grown stronger each year, and I am dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging, and high-quality learning environment for every child. Supporting children through each stage of their development—and working closely with their families—has always been at the heart of my practice, and I am committed to ensuring every child thrives, feels valued, and leaves our setting with confidence and joy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats
What is the Age Range of Children that Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats accepts?
Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats Open?
Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats 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 Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats have capacity for?
Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats has capacity for a total of 72 Children.
How far is Tiddlywinks Nursery Ancoats to the centre of Manchester?
1.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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