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Launchpad Pre-school

Baguley Street, Droylsden, Manchester M43 7BB
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I couldn’t be happier with the way they care for him and meet all his needsJoeann P(Mother of Child)
Launchpad Pre-school, Manchester
warm and welcoming to every individual. Honestly, I have picked the best nursery for my childAdele D(Mother of Child)
Launchpad Pre-school, Manchester
They go above and beyond to make sure he is happy while there.Joeann P(Mother of Child)
Launchpad Pre-school, Manchester

Launchpad Pre-school is a purpose-built pre-school in Droylsden, built with the care and development of children as highest priority. Housed in a restored former Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall which has been converted to a modern bright and inspiring pre-school with ample parking, the pre-school is sure to be the right choice for you and your child.

Launchpad Pre-school offers excellent facilities. Each room creates an environment that has been designed with...  

Funding & Fees

Basic day (09:00-16:00): £55.50 per day
Extended day (08:00-17:30): £305 per week, £64.00 per day
Early bird (07:30-08:00): £4.00 per day
Night Owl (17:30-18:00): £4.00 per day

£40.00 per session (Minimum of 2 sessions) 08:00-12:30 (lunch included) 13:00-17:30 (tea included)

FREE Nursery Education Grant places.
FREE funded 2, 3 and 4 year old places.

30 HOUR funded places available for working parents of 9 months to 4 years (subject to eligibility).

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Lynne Lee (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 70

Age Range

  • from 3 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

Parking

  • Car park available

Launchpad Pre-school Reviews (31)

9.9

Launchpad Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Launchpad Pre-school has 31 reviews.

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Review from K L (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Brilliant nursery!!!! My daughter has been here for the past 12 months and she's settled and happy here at all times. Every single staff member in this nursery care about the children and treat them like their own. When I drop my daughter off I know she is safe and looked after. Could recommend more!

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your kind review, this truly means so much to myself and my team, we work so hard to create a nurturing and supportive environment for all our children, it's a privilege to be a part of your daughters journey.

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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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I would like to thank all the staff at launch pad pre school for the amazing help with our son, you truly have help him come on so much in nursery with his learning and toilet training. Any concern's I had with him the staff was always on hand to help. He is ready for his new journey to start reception and that is all thanks to all the lovely staff.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review. It has been a pleasure watching your son grow into the lovely little character he is today. We wish him all the best in his new adventure into reception class and you as a family with your exciting house move.Thank you for choosing Launchpad Pre-School and for all your support you have given us.

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Review from Alex G (Father of Child) published on 4 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both our children have attended this nursery and had a positive experience. They've been happy, settled and left ready for school. Staff are friendly, caring and communication is good, particularly via the app which they make good use of for sharing updates on their development and the variety of activities the children take part in.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely review, It's been a pleasure having both your children in our care, watching them both grow and develop.Thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school.

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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't recommend this preschool enough, our daughter absolutely loves every day there. The staff are so friendly and amazing with our little girl, so happy that we have found a great preschool for our daughter to attend.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for the lovely review! It truly brightens our day to hear such positive feedback. We agree, your daughter is a joy to have with us, always greeting everyone with her big smiles and hugs. It's wonderful to know that you are happy with the care we provide, as our staff team work hard to provide a warm and caring environment for children to learn.

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Review from U S (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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We absolutely love this nursery! The staff are kind, caring, and professional. Communication is also fantastic. We get regular updates, photos, and newsletters, which really helps us stay connected with what our child is experiencing throughout the week. We love the fingerprint security at the doors, it gives us real peace of mind knowing our child is safe. Highly recommend!

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely review, We are pleased you are happy with our security system and our parent partnership, We have enjoyed watching you child grow and develop from the shy little girl to the confident little girl she is today, we wish her all the very best for her future.

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Review from Rhiannon T (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has attended this nursery for over a year now and I have always found the staff so lovely and felt like my daughter is thoroughly cared for. The staff are so approachable with any query I have ever had. I feel like my daughter has come on so well attending here. 5 stars x

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review, We have had the pleasure of watching your daughter grow from a very quiet little girl when she first started with us at Launchpad pre-school to a very confident young lady with a big personality who joins in with all activities that are on offer to her, she is loving and caring towards her peers, we know she will thrive in reception class, she will be missed.

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Review from Angelika K (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has transitioned to launchpad preschool last year. I was worried at first due to change and this being a new place with new staff members however my son has settled in quickly and he absolutely loves his preschool. The staff members are truly amazing and so supportive. They have supported my little boy so much with toilet training and he has developed so much and his speech has improved so much. The activities are fantastic including music and PE lessons. The staff members always prep the rooms for the next day and it is clear how much effort they put into the activities to keep children occupied. The outdoor area is fantastic with plenty of bikes and playground area. My son talks about the staff members very often and does not miss a single person out during our daily chats this just shows how comfortable he feels with all staff members. The manager is fantastic and extremely supportive with anything. I feel at ease knowing that my son is happy.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We were so pleased to hear that your son has settled in so well at Launchpad Pre-school.It's wonderful to know that our staff have been so supportive, especially with toilet training and his development. We're thrilled that you've noticed improvements in...  

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Review from Melissa H (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son started at space station nursery in January 2024 and he settled in really well. I chose this nursery because of the large indoor and outdoor spaces and the activities, toys and cleanliness throughout the nursery. The staff have always been amazing with him and he is now in launchpad pre school which he loves. I've never had any issues and I can easily message the staff if I have any concerns and they get back to me straight away. He loves doing P.E on a Friday and the music on a Tuesday. I would recommend this nursery to everyone as I think it's the best in the area by far.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for your lovely review! It's great to hear that you're happy with your son's learning experience at Launchpad Pre-school.We're so glad you appreciate the outdoor agencies we bring in to support the children's learning, from music and singing to all aspects of P.E. It's a pleasure...  

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Review from C Y (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely fantastic preschool! The staff are so caring, patient, and dedicated to creating a warm and nurturing environment for the children. My child has blossomed since attending, gaining confidence, making friends, and learning so much every day. The activities are engaging, and it's clear that a lot of effort goes into making learning fun. Communication with parents is excellent, and I always feel reassured that my child is in great hands. Highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking for a safe, supportive, and enriching place for their little one!

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We pride ourselves on creating a happy, warm environment where children can learn and develop new skills. We've certainly seen your daughter grow and develop learning new skills in all areas of our curriculum. She is a pleasure to have at Launchpad...  

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Review from Charlotte J (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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An outstanding setting with outstanding staff members working there. My daughter has been attending this nursery setting for two years now and it's been amazing watching her grow and develop with the help of the staff here and watching her make close relationships with staff and peers. Daily/weekly updates of what your children are doing through the app the nursery uses. There's great communication from staff about the day and events/holidays coming up. It is also very clear the staff love their jobs and are appreciated from management as the setting feels like a family unit and it shows every time you enter the setting. Warm and welcoming with always great activities set up on every table and my daughter loves telling me all about everything they get up to in the day.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for the lovely review. It is so lovely to read how much you appreciate the hard work staff put into their job. We will certainly miss your daughter when she moves onto school in September. She is a pleasure to have here at nursery and we have enjoyed watching her develop in all...  

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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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I absolutely love my daughter attending Launchpad. The time and effort all the staff at this nursery put into my daughter blows me away. The staff are doing an amazing job with my daughter and allow her to do things at her own pace. All staff members are welcoming and make me feel at ease if I have any questions. Excellent nursery.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review C, and thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school, Your daughter is a pleasure to have, she has done amazing since starting, she is developing new skills every week, it's lovely to watch and be a part of her educational journey.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am really happy with the nursery, my son has only been going since September but I think all the staff are nice, very helpful and approachable, I feel my son is in safe hands, I love the apps as you know what your child is eating and stuff.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Launchpad Preschool, It's a pleasure to have your son with us, watching his confidence grow each week, and seeing how well he has settled into the preschool room, he has made positive relationships with both the staff and his peers within the room, we can't wait to see him develop in all areas of his learning.

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Review from Karli H (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter came to Launchpad. I was so nervous for her to start, but I really did have nothing to worry about!
The staff and management team are so caring and attentive and I really couldn't think of a better pre-school for my child to attend.
My daughter has come on leaps and bounds and amazes me so much with what she has learnt from the fabulous staff!
They really do put the fun into learning and some of the ideas of ways for the children to learn are amazing! They go above and beyond (excuse the pun) and I would not hesitate to send my child here again or recommend them!

Keep up the fantastic work! And thank you for everything.!

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely review, it's been a pleasure watching your daughter grow and develop into the confident little girl she is today, she is more than ready for her next challenge in reception class, we wish her the best of luck and know she will be amazing. Thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school.

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Review from Jane M (Grandmother of Child) published on 23 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery, my granddaughter has been attending for over a year including space station. My granddaughter can sometimes get clingy and upset when I drop her off, her key worker always puts her at ease and comforts her and she's fine once I have left.

She has made lots of friends and is making great progress. There is dancing on a Wednesday which my granddaughter enjoys and is proud to show me her stamp on her hand. Launchpad is a lovely environment and the staff are wonderful.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review. Your granddaughter is a pleasure to have at nursery, she has grown with confidence over the year. We look forward to watching her grow and develop in all areas of her learning before she starts school next year. Thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school.

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Review from Shelby L (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely fantastic preschool. My son attended the adjoining day nursery from being 1 year old and that was brilliant too. He has come on leaps and bounds since moving over to Launchpad, he comes home happy and tells me all about his day. His confidence has grown massively in Launchpad, he has learned so much which I have no doubt will help with his transition to school nursery in September. Can't thank the manager and the girls enough, they've been so great and I'm so sad to have to move him to big school.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for the lovely review, it's been a pleasure watching your son grow into the confident little boy that he is today. He will be missed by all staff as he is a proper little character who put a smile on all our faces, we wish him all the best in his new nursery school and know he will be amazing, they are lucky to have him. Thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school.

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Review from Praveen U (Father of Child) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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I don't think I have anything to complain. You guys are nice to my son, he is growing day by day. As working parents it's sometimes busy or some other dynamics, but you guys always accommodated our requests. So thank you.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely review, Pleased to hear you are happy with our services, we always try to accommodate any changes, it's been a pleasure having your son, we will be sorry to see him leave, he is more than ready for his next adventure into reception. Thank you for choosing Launchpad Pre-school.

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Review from Holly G (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been coming to this nursery for around 2 years now and I've never been unhappy with the service they provide in looking after my baby girl, she started very shy and timid being a COVID baby she hadn't had much interaction outside our family or being away from us, she also struggled with her speech, which me and the girls at nursery have noted has massively improved! I will be so sad when she leaves for school in September as she loves going to nursery and loves all the girls who look after her all day and always comes home happy and smiling.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for the lovely review, it's been a pleasure watching your daughter grow, she always has a smile on her face and has grown into a confident little girl, we will be sad to see her leave, We wish her all the best in her new journey into reception class. Thank you for choosing Launchpad Pre-school.

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Review from Jade L (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursey... My daughter has been attending here for two and a half years and never had any problems. The staff have always treated my daughter like their own and she has always loved to attend every morning. Never had any problems settling in at all. The staff communication with me has always been good. My daughter's development is amazing, and I owe it to here. Thank you girls.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely review, it's lovely to read how happy you are with the care we provide, it's a pleasure having your daughter with us, she is a very clever, caring and happy little girl. Thank you for choosing Launchpad Pre-school.

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Review from Ehizogie O (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am indeed pleased with how my child has explored a lot so far. The school's environment is so conducive for learning, safe for kids with a lot of facilities for kids to learn and play with. My child is so smart and I am so proud of her, but the credit actually goes to her wonderful teachers and the school manager who have made this possible. I will highly recommend Launchpad Pre-school to anyone.

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you so much for your lovely review, it means so much to us. It's been our pleasure having your daughter, we have enjoyed watching her grow and flourish into such a lovely, caring, friendly, clever little girl. She is more than ready to take the next step into reception class in September. Thank you for choosing Launchpad Pre-school.

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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery! I saw a massive change in my little girl within weeks of starting here, her speech and behaviour improved drastically. I feel at ease when she’s in nursery and get updates daily on the app. Very happy choosing this nursery and would definitely recommend!

Reply from Lynne Lee, Nursery Manager at Launchpad Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely review. It means a lot to us; it's a pleasure having your daughter in our care watching her grow and change from the quiet shy little girl, to a happy confident and caring little girl, she's a pleasure to have in nursery. Thank you for choosing Launchpad pre-school.

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Awards / Recognitions (3)

  • Recipient: Kids Zone NurseriesDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
  • Recipient: Kids Zone NurseriesDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
  • Recipient: Kids Zone NurseriesDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024

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Lynne Lee Job Title: Manager Joined: 2019
Lynne Lee

Hi, my name is Lynne, I have over 25 years of experience working within the childcare sector. My passion is to give children an exciting start to their education by teaching them life skills and giving them experience and different opportunities.

I believe that every child’s learning should be designed around each individual child to give them the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

I thrive on supporting all children with their learning and development and have gained a wealth of experience working in a range of early years settings I have intensive knowledge and understanding of working with children who need specialist support.

I am able to pass my experience on to my team and support them to give all the children a valuable start to their education.

Frequently Asked Questions about Launchpad Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Launchpad Pre-school accepts?

Launchpad Pre-school accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Launchpad Pre-school Open?

Launchpad Pre-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 Launchpad Pre-school have capacity for?

Launchpad Pre-school has capacity for a total of 70 Children.

How far is Launchpad Pre-school to the centre of Manchester?

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

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