Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill

Fitton Hill Neighbourhood Centre, Fircroft Road, Oldham, OL8 2QD
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Brighter Beginnings Fitton Hill is a welcoming and nurturing nursery that offers high-quality childcare in a home-from-home environment. Following its most recent Ofsted inspection on 23rd January 2024, the nursery achieved an "Outstanding" rating in personal development and a "Good" rating in all other areas. Ofsted highlighted that children are exceptionally happy and well cared for, with strong attachments formed between staff and children.

The staff at Fitton Hill have created a warm and inviting atmosphere, using natural lighting and cosy fairy lights to make the setting feel like home. Children thrive in this environment, feeling secure and supported as they explore and learn. The nursery is committed to fostering each child's personal growth, ensuring they receive individual care and attention while participating in meaningful activities that promote development.

Parents can feel confident knowing their children are in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment. With a dedicated team of practitioners who focus on creating strong bonds and a curriculum that encourages exploration and creativity, Brighter Beginnings Fitton Hill provides an ideal foundation for early education.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care

Person in Charge

  • Morgan Crtichley (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 75

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Our hourly rate is £9.35ph

Opening Times

  • Monday 09:00-15:00
    Tuesday 09:00-15:00
    Wednesday 09:00-15:00
    Thursday 09:00-15:00
    Friday 09:00-15:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Parking

  • There is a drop off layby outside the nursery as well as a good sized car park if needed.

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill Reviews (100)

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Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.872) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill has 100 reviews.

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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery setting. My daughter loves attending and enjoys every day. The activities are always fun, engaging and varied. The staff are lovely and will go above and beyond for any of the children who attend. They provide healthy snacks during the day and will always update you on anything new
they have tried. They have lots of fun days planned and the children get to go on trips and spend lots of time outside. They have spent a lot of time with my daughter getting her ready to start school in September and she has come on leaps and bounds. Couldn't recommend them enough
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Hello, we are so happy to hear such lovely feedback about our nursery. We are especially glad you enjoy our nursery fun days. Best of luck to your daughter going to school in September. Thank you for…read more
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Review from M P (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am beyond impressed with Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery Fitton Hill! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The facility is bright, clean, and well-organised, creating such a positive and nurturing environment for the children.
I also appreciate the safety
measures and the structured routines that provide a balance of play and learning. It's reassuring to know my child is in such great hands.
I highly recommend Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery Fitton Hill to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and enriching environment for their child. A huge thank you to the entire team!
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Hello, we are so happy to hear such lovely feedback about our nursery. We are especially glad our nursery made you feel welcome and comfortable. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!
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Review from Leah J (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery, my eldest has been here 2 years now and she absolutely loves it! The staff are amazing and cater to all my child's needs. My youngest has just started in the baby room and has settled really well, her speech is coming on a lot since starting and she loves the staff and runs straight
in no fuss. Definitely recommend!
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. I will be sure to pass on your lovely words about the staff to them! We are so happy your child is having such a wonderful time with us and…read more
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery. Very nervous to send my 15 month old to a nursery for the first time. All the staff are lovely and extremely supportive with how you feel as a parent and having them in someone else's care. I've seen a huge development in all areas with my child and they even offer baby ballet classes
at a small fee which is really exciting. They are a very fair nursery. If ever there's a worry they are quick to respond quick to contact you to let her know. I can go to work feeling contempt that my child is in safe hands. I was very skeptical of a nursery but I can honestly say it's amazing. The rooms are clean and well equipped. Lunches and snacks are healthy. Staff are professional with care. I can clearly see safeguarding is in place all round. There is always a variety of activities set up. They offer parents in regularly to connect with and to come watch their children which I think is in incredible. They update their learning journeys and children are thriving.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
What an amazing review, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. I will be sure to pass on your lovely words about the staff to them! We are so happy your child is having such a…read more
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Review from Courtney N (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves going and is learning so much. My other child used to come here to visit until she went to primary. Never has any problems.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy to read your children enjoy coming to nursery.
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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children love this nursery. My oldest is now in her 2nd year and she is so happy going 3 mornings a week and loves telling me what she's been doing. The staff here are always available to listen if you have any concerns and are always happy to help. Thank you for everything you have done so far for
me and my girls and making sure they are always happy and safe.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy to read your children enjoy coming to nursery. I will be sure to pass on your lovely words to the staff team.
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Review from B O (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff have been amazing with my child changing room. Every day my child is excited to see staff and friends and even wants to come in on days she isn't in. Management are helpful and will help with anything if they can.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so happy to hear how well your child has settled and how excited she is to come in-even on her days off! It's wonderful to know our team and management have…read more
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter recently started in the baby room and has had the most fun with her key worker and all the staff, they are lovely and supportive with the children. They work really hard to give every baby attention and attend to the needs of every child. I will highly recommend Brighter Beginnings Fitton
Hill to anyone who is looking for a nursery for their little one and everyone is really positive and friendly with their parents as well as the child.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy to read your daughter has settled well in to our baby room. Thank you for recommending us to others. I will be sure to pass on…read more
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Review from Peter S (Grandfather of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery does a great job with my granddaughter, she really enjoys being there and has made many friends with pupils and staff.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear your granddaughter is enjoying her time with us and building great friendships-it's lovely to see her thriving!
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Review from F D (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, it's a very good nursery and all the staff are helpful and friendly. My daughter loves going to nursery every day. She's able to be independent in the nursery and also receives the necessary support when needed.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're so glad to hear your daughter enjoys coming in and that she feels both supported and independent.
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Review from Grace W (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just started in the baby room and our experience has been nothing but positive so far. In a short amount of time we're already seeing positive changes and leaps in her development. Every member of staff is so welcoming and helpful. The nursery and set up is always immaculate, it's such
a nice, calming environment. We always get a thorough handover and know what she's been doing through the day. 2 staff members in particular are amazing in the baby room they have such a lovely bond with her. A special thank you to one staff member in particular who has made the transition into nursery so easy for us.
Reply from Kerry Heywood, Nursery admin at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that your daughter is already making great strides and that the transition has been smooth for both of you. We'll be sure to pass…read more
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Review from Jane U (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandson started at this lovely little nursery and he has come on leaps and bounds. He settled in really quickly and has made friends with the other children which has greatly helped him to develop his speech and social skills. He attends 3 days a week and looks forward to seeing his friends and
loves playing outside in the teepee and on the bikes. I am so glad that I managed to get him a place there and the staff are great at keeping the kids engaged. Fantastic to see him developing into a happy little boy.
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Review from Terrielesha P (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
By far the best nursery, four of my children have attended here and my youngest is due to start in September, my child who currently goes here has come on wonderfully. The staff are lovely and very polite and well mannered, always making sure parents are up to date with their children's progress. Plenty
of learning abilities, always very clean and well prepared for each day, lots of different ways of learning, always a fun environment to be in. Very pleased and would highly recommend to anyone.
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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends this nursery, he is always so excited to go, he asks to go in on his days off. Always have lots going on at the nursery for the children they take the children out regularly. I am really happy with the choice I made for my son.
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Review from Usman Y (Father of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brighter Beginnings, Fitton Hill Nursery is the best nursery in Oldham. My child was settled very well within a week. It was very difficult for my little one to settle as it was her first point of contact after the covid lockdown. The staff was very professional and they welcomed with a big hug. My
child always went in with excitement and came out with lots of stories. Very good environment. Lovely team. Great parents and teachers partners. Recommend to everyone.
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Review from Melanie W (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All 3 of my children have been to this nursery. I literally wouldn’t send my children anywhere else, the bonds my youngest son has with the staff is amazing. My little girl will be starting in January and I cannot wait to continue the journey with Brighter Beginnings, Fitton Hill.
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Review from Chelsea C (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely people (staff) that are great with the kids. Great place, in my opinion, all in all, the best. I can not say a bad word. My child always comes out with a big smile on his face.
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Review from Elizabeth R (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brighter Beginnings, Fitton Hill, is by far the best decision I made for my little boy. The things he has learnt is fantastic. The staff are amazing and all go above and beyond for the children every day. The environment they create is fun, caring, safe and super stimulating. I honestly could not fault
the nursery in any aspect. My child has grown in confidence and I truly believe this nursery has played a big part in making my child the happy, caring, loving and confident person he is today. I can't thank them enough!
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Review from N F (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is the best I have seen. A big improvement in my child. His speech has come on great. All the staff are great and very helpful. I would recommend the nursery to anyone.
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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
From start to finish, my child was left unattended for long enough to find a shard of glass and walked *with his allocated staff member* to me at the door... then proceeded to hand me the shard of glass! When I looked very shocked at the fact he had this, the staff member quickly snatched it away and
said "oh he's been outside with another staff member" this was never reported! I said that's not good enough, he could have swallowed it. She promised to be more careful. Then a week later did the same thing with another staff member but this time came out with a toggle off someone's coat?! This week is the final straw. I've taken my child into the nursery to be spoken to like rubbish. From today he will be going elsewhere. I can not describe the amount of stress I have had with this Nursery. So many things need fixing. Firstly the staff with zero training.
Reply from Tom Race, Director Finance, HR and Premises at Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill
Hi there, Thank you for your feedback on our setting in Fitton Hill. We are very sorry that you have had a poor experience at our setting. We have had the information from your complaint passed on to…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.872)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.872) out of 10 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 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 4.939 for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill is calculated as follows: ( (153 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 163 Ratings = 4.939
  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 4.933 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill is based on 14 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 75 number of registered child places is 15. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 15 = 0.933
  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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Meet the Team (3)

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Morgan

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2013

My name is Morgan, & I am The nursery manager here at Brighter Beginnings Fitton Hill, I am level 5 qualified & I have been the nursery manager in this setting since 2021, however, I have worked for the company for over 10 years since leaving school and starting with the company as an apprentice in 2013.


Since starting with the company as an apprentice I have worked my way up to management, working with children has always been a passion of mine and something I will always strive to give each and every child the best opportunities in their early childhood experiences.


I have two children of my own who are 9 & 4 years old, I love spending time with my children and on the weekends we enjoy fun days out together as a family.

Jodie

Jodie

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2016

My name is Jodie and I have worked for Brighter Beginnings for 9 years, here at Fitton Hill I am the deputy manager and also the room supervisor of ‘Little Explorers’.


I am level 3 qualified and I have worked at our Fitton Hill branch for 2 years. I have always had a passion for working with young children and it is something I take great pride in and something I love to do every day to make a difference to each & every child I care for in our setting.


During my free time and on weekends I love to spend time with my 6-year-old daughter, we enjoy going to the cinemas, going out for a meal and also being creative with arts and crafts at home.

Abbie

Abbie

Job Title: Room Leader Joined: 2021

My name is Abbie and I am the Preschool room leader here at our nursery, I have worked for the company for over 3 years now starting as a practitioner in 2021.


I am level 3 qualified and gained my qualification over 10 years ago.


Teaching our children and the commitment to our nursery is a strong passion of mine, I ensure our children who attend with us build a strong willingness to want to learn and have fun along the way on their individual journeys.


I am kind, passionate, caring and always give 100% in everything I do. The children I care for are my main priority and I strive to give them the best experience.


I have two daughters of my own and in my spare time, I love to be with my family, we enjoy days out and walks with our dog.


Both of my girls play football and I absolutely love to watch them play at every game.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill

What is the Age Range of Children that Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill accepts?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill Open?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill is open: Monday 09:00-15:00, Tuesday 09:00-15:00, Wednesday 09:00-15:00, Thursday 09:00-15:00, Friday 09:00-15:00.

How many Children does Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill have capacity for?

Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill has capacity for a total of 75 Children.

How far is Brighter Beginnings Day Nursery, Fitton Hill to the centre of Oldham?

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

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