Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School

34-36 Arkwright Road, Marple, Stockport SK6 7DB
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  • Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School, Stockport
Rated 'Outstanding' in its latest ISI Inspection in June 2017, Brabyns Nursery provides all year round care and welcomes children from the age of two.

Nestled on the edge of the picturesque Peak District countryside, Brabyns Nursery offers specialist teaching in Spanish, Music, P.E. and Drama, and is open each day from 7:30am until 6:00pm.

Based at Brabyns Preparatory School, nursery children enjoy regular interaction with older children, joining them for various activities during the normal school week. This enables them to build positive relationships with others, and gently introduces them to school life.

Brabyns is a unique learning environment. The school is committed to providing each and every child with a stimulating and supportive learning environment, celebrating their unique character and capabilities, and allowing them to be themselves in order to achieve to the best of their ability.

All of the Nursery staff are paediatric first aid level 3 trained.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Catherine Carrasco (Headteacher)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 44

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • All Year Round Nursery (7:30am - 6pm for 50 Weeks)
    3 Days Per Week: £8,804
    4 days Per Week: £11,529
    Full Time: £14,160
    All Year Round fees include Lunch, Wraparound Care and specialist teaching.


    Term Time Only Nursery (8:40am-3:30pm for 36 Weeks)
    3 Days Per Week: £6,448 (Annual Fee)
    4 days Per Week: £8,480 (Annual Fee)
    Full Time: £10,125 (Annual Fee)
    Term Time Only Fees include specialist teaching with Lunch and Wraparound Care incurring additional charges.

  • Prices are quoted prior to any EY Funding discounts
    Brabyns offers 15 / 30 hours funding for eligible 2, 3 & 4 year olds
    Brabyns accepts Workplace Nursery Benefits, Childcare Vouchers & Tax Free Childcare
    Costs may be spread termly or interest free over 11 months
    Trips & Workshops may incur additional charges
    Nappies are not included

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 & School INSET Days

Parking

  • Parent parking is available on the road near the school. Visitor spots are available on site on request.

Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School Reviews (45)

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Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.068) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School has 45 reviews.

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Review from Lauren E (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an amazing nursery, I could not recommend it more! The staff are excellent, my son has progressed so much in the short amount of time he has been here.
The staff are so loving towards my child and very reassuring. I feel my child is in very safe hands when he goes into nursery and I know he
is very much cared for by all the staff here.
Reply from Charlotte Burton, Marketing at Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School
Thank you for your review on Brabyns. We're delighted to hear that your son is doing so well.
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Review from J A (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brabyns nursery gives children the best start. The setting is wonderful, resources are updated frequently, the staff are best in class and where relevant (kindergarten) the education is superb - a winning formula!
Without a doubt, the best in Marple and the surrounding area.
Reply from Charlotte Burton, Marketing at Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School
Thank you so much for your review of our Kindergarten and your child has a great experience at Brabyns.
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Review from M P (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Much more than your everyday 'Private Day Care Nursery'.
My little boy is 2.5 years old and has excelled in all areas since starting Brabyns.
Not only is the standard of teaching outstanding, the staff look after each and every pupil in such a nurturing way.
The staff take a genuine interest in each
child, they are warm, welcoming, friendly.
My little boy gets cuddles off the teachers every day.
He loves it here.
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Review from Emma T (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves going into kindergarten every day. The staff are all wonderful. They really get to know each individual child, which was very important to me.
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Review from Naomi R (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic. My children have flourished at Brabyns Preparatory School, Spanish lessons being their particular favourite. All of the team are adept at quickly identifying the right amount of nurture and challenge needed by each child. Warm, fun and friendly. Top class!
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Review from Diane A (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in November after just turning two years old. The nursery teacher and her team welcome my son every morning with beautiful smiles, ensuring he always feels welcomed. This is so important as it shows they genuinely care and want my son to feel part of the nursery. All the staff take the
time to speak to me and ask questions relevant to the developmental progress of my child.
I feel comfortable communicating any concerns and I value their feedback and advise. I look forward to watching my son blossom in this caring, nurturing environment whist maximising his potential at the same time.
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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This doesn’t really have the feel of a nursery - it’s more like a very small school.
I just love the way the children wear a uniform and all look so very smart.
The small number of children and high number of staff make it feel like a big family and all the children know each other and the teachers
really well. Every weekend there is a birthday party and everyone is invited. The head knows every child by name.
The level of learning is high and the children have a wonderful mix of subjects and playtime.
There are school plays and nativity plays and the older children in school have time to mix and buddy up with the smaller ones to read.
Having visited many other nurseries when searching for ‘the one’ I just knew this worked for us and I’d highly recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Rachel F (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The entire staff are very welcoming and ensure they know each child as individuals to encourage their interests and development. The warm friendly fun atmosphere is a wonderful foundation for all the wide variety of activities undertaken.
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Review from Chris A (Father of Child) published on 7 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our boy is flourishing into a beautiful little person and is successfully meeting milestones under the superb guidance of the nursery staff.
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Review from Katie C (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brabyns has given my daughter the best possible start to her schooling life. The teachers are wonderful and she has improved in all areas from starting there. They have the care factor which you don’t get in all nurseries. Would recommend highly.
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Review from H S (Grandmother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very impressed by Brabyns. The care, kindness and friendliness of the staff towards the children is exemplary and they always have time and patience. The range of play and activities, especially the music and outdoor opportunities the children have has given my grandson so much confidence and enjoyment
- his development in every way has been delightful and he is obviously very happy here and talks constantly about the staff. Altogether an outstanding environment.
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Review from Victoria C (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough of Brabyns. It was a huge decision to send my 2-year-old daughter to nursery and I was anxious about it and I looked at many options. But the first time I went to Brabyns mother and tots group and I met the head teacher, I just knew this was where I wanted to send her. I
haven't been disappointed. It is a lovely school in a lovely place with lovely people and I know my daughter gets the best of everything here. She has come on so much since being at the nursery and I feel absolutely secure in the knowledge I have made the best decision for my daughter. The staff are fantastic - helpful and communicative and very down to earth. They are brilliant with my daughter. This is the only place I wanted and want to send my daughter.
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Review from Gemma M (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, with excellent staff and a lovely environment. My little girl has developed considerably since joining Little Gems. All the support staff and management know the children by first name, we couldn’t ask for more.
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Review from Mark S (Father of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves the nursery. He’s being pushed and challenged just enough and he misses it when he’s not there!
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Review from Andrew F (Father of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The school and staff offer an excellent environment. The staff are caring towards the children and assess children's educational standards from a young age. This helps to ensure children's needs are met.


The school offers a wide range of activities and fosters a family type environment which our

child has flourished in (she wants to go to school every day!).


The school structure and standard of teaching is very high. The after school and holiday activity club arrangements are less structured but the staff work hard to provide an enjoyable time.


Little Gems and Kindergarten staff are excellent. As my daughter is nearly 4, she hasn't made her way into the main school yet, so hard to comment.


Overall, very pleased and many thanks to the hard work of the staff who seem to have a genuine interest in caring for, and helping children develop!

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Review from Patience A (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is happy to arrive every day and sad to leave at the end school day. He has improved in confidence, speaking and even in his social relationships.
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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brabyns is a fantastic school with a great environment. It really is like a family and the teachers and headmaster know all the children names. It is very grounded and the children understand good manners and behaviour. It is very apparent with the way my 3-year-old son has improved since he started
in April last year.


They have interesting trips and activities which allows variety.


My son has also improved massively with his speech and this is due to the way the school are so attentive and talk to the children.

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Review from Marisa L (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We spent a long time debating whether to change nursery for my then 2-year-old as her previous setting was really good. It was the best thing we ever did.


The teachers are passionate, the environment is structured but fun and enriching. There is a really amazing culture across the whole school which

brings the “Brabyns Family” together. The little ones have lots of opportunities to mix with the older pupils - which is really lovely to see.
Brabyns is much more structured and educationally focused than the average nursery but puts lots of emphasis on having fun in a warm and loving environment.
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Review from Claire (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son absolutely adores going to nursery. He is pushed enough to keep him engaged and interested but his teachers understand when he has had enough or is tired. We can tell how much he is developing but most importantly, he is really, really happy there.
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Review from Kathryn (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery and the school are fantastic. The staff and children are friendly and helpful. They have great facilities and create a great atmosphere to learn, develop and have fun.
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.068)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.068) out of 10 for Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 5 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 5.000 for Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School is calculated as follows: ( (60 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 5
  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 4.068 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Brabyns Nursery and Preparatory School is based on 5 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 = 3.5
    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 44 number of registered child places is 8.8. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.8 = 0.568
  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 (7)

Rachel

Rachel Pickford

Job Title: Head of Early Years and Nursery Teacher Joined: 2016

Miss Pickford has been the Nursery teacher and Head of EYFS at Brabyns Preparatory School since 2016.


She has been teaching in the Early Years for 10 years, at both State and Independent schools after qualifying with a Geography degree and gaining Qualified Teacher Status
Miss Pickford is passionate about working in the Early Years, believing that the first 5 years of a child’s life are fundamentally important in shaping their future and their well-being.

Cheryl

Cheryl Edwards

Job Title: Brabyns' 'Little Learners' Class Teacher Joined: 2005

After gaining an Early Years degree Mrs Edwards joined Brabyns in 2005 - working in both Nursery and Reception during these years and gaining Early Years Teacher status in 2012. 


Mrs Edwards believes there is no better school than Brabyns! The Nurturing ethos and family feel is what has kept her here all of these years as she continues to instil these values at the start of your child's Brabyns journey.

Melissa

Melissa Wright

Job Title: 'Little Learners' Learning Support Joined: 2012

Miss Wright holds a BTEC qualification in Nursery Nursing level 3 and a 'Teaching and Learning' certificate enabling her to start her career at Christie Hospital Day Nursery before managing Glen Jakes Day Nursery (a 47-place setting). 


She started her Brabyns journey in 2012, working in both Nursery and Reception classes during this time. She enjoys the relationships built and the rapport with the children across the school; and thrives on the energy that Brabyns creates.  

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Cath Carrasco

Job Title: Headteacher Joined: 2023

Cath joined Brabyns as Headteacher in the summer of 2023.
She obtained a BSc (Hons) in Primary Education with QTS at Liverpool John Moores University, before obtaining her NPQSL in 2011 and her NPQH with the Alliance of Leading Learning in 2022. During her 16 years spent on the leadership team at Forest Park Preparatory School, Cath has enjoyed leading the sport, computing and mentoring trainee teachers. Before her move to the independent sector, she held teaching posts in a range of state schools across Greater Manchester, St Helen’s and Derbyshire.

Hannah

Hannah Austin

Job Title: Teaching & One to One Learning Support Joined: 2023

Hannah joined Brabyns in 2023 as part of our school learning support team. She's also a valuable member of our wraparound and Nursery Non-Term Time staff team.


Hannah holds a BA Hons Degree in Drama, Film and TV from Aberystwyth University and is a qualified Secondary Drama teacher (QTS) with over 20 years of experience working with children in education from ages 2 to 19, in supporting, teaching and leadership roles.


Hannah brings her passion for drama and creativity to the EYFS team.

Maxine

Maxine Hill

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant & Nursery Non term Time Lead Joined: 2020

Maxine joined Brabyns in 2020 bringing a wealth of Early Years and management experience to her role.


She has recently taken on our Nursery Non Term Time provision ensuring continuity and stability for Brabyns Little Learners and Pre Prep children.

Clare

Clare Lawford

Job Title: Learning Assistant & Wraparound Care Leader

Clare joined Brabyns as a Learning Assistant and embraces many support roles throughout the school including One to One teaching, wraparound & playground leads and Nursery cover.

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