Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich

Stocks House, Chorley Old Road, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6BQ
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  • Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich, Bolton
The Horwich site sits at the top of Horwich village. The nursery is set inside an old vicarage building and the building itself still consists of many of the old features such as stain glass windows, old brick works and high ceilings. This stunning building also comprises of large windows allowing lots of natural light into the nursery rooms and opening the children to a wonderful view of the nursery grounds.

Alongside this, the nursery also sits inside wonderful outdoor spaces with an extensive landscape to the rear of nursery for children to seek adventure and be imaginative. The children also have access to the forest area where they can build, make dens and take controlled risks to enhance their development.

Inside, this stunning building the nursery is made up of 5 rooms. Baby room, Tinies room, Caterpillars room, Butterflies room and Pre-school. All these room provide a safe and education environment for your children to thrive and develop. These rooms are set on different levels of the building and each room provides a different level of enhancements to support the strong development of children ages 0-5years.

In March 2019, the Horwich site was graded as OUTSTANDING by OFSTED, and they strive to continue offering your children an outstanding service daily. The nursery prides itself on delivering a quality of teaching and learning within the nursery and ensure practitioners within the setting are given plenty of opportunities to exceed their learning to offer your children further opportunities within the nursery.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kerry Smith (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Car parking for parents to the front of the building with entrance and exit access.

Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich Reviews (19)

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Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.244) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich has 19 reviews.

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Review from Ellen S (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl absolutely loves going to nursery here. We've had a lovely experience with both the babies and the tinies room. The staff genuinely care about her and are wonderful. She does a variety of activities and is very happy and safe. Thank you Jordan Jess and all the staff.
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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Manager and all the amazing ladies in the babies room -- you all are incredible and have watched over my little boy from sitting up, to crawling and now running. The energy and warmth you have shown my family has been next to none and your priority to change and adapt has been wonderful to see.
I've watched my baby run into the arms of his key workers, smiling and laughing whilst discovering new abilities and skills. The team have not only watched over him, but they have helped him to grow into a gorgeous young man. This is an incredible organisation who go above and beyond to ensure happiness is a priority whilst following the educational curriculum. Whatever doubts I had in the beginning have truly been overshadowed by this teams relentless energy and passion to ensure every child matters.
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Review from M F (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter has a fantastic time here, had make great connection with other children and the staff are brilliant.
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Review from E L (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Being a part of Future Champions for almost 6 years, we have been through a lot. From the standard crashing down. I am now very happy to find it slowly improving. It wasn't for a few individuals that my daughter would have been pulled out. However, the attention, care and effort towards my little girl
I cannot fault. My daughter now enjoys going to nursery, knowing she is going to be treated like a pampered princess. My priority for her is not to be top of the class, but happy, confident and comfortable, and this is what Future Champions is now helping her to do.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child is in the baby class and we really appreciate the care and attention taken for her to settle in. The teachers are amazing, and our child has come on leaps and bounds since being at the nursery. We are always kept informed, and the resources and food/drink are great.
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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with the nursery. Our little one has come on so much since starting. His confidence, speech and social skills have all come along brilliantly. The information we receive is outstanding. We're always kept in the loop with updates, photos and insights into what he's been learning
and enjoying. The range of activities and lessons they offer is genuinely impressive, from creative play to more structured learning. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and clearly care deeply about the children. They go out of their way to support and encourage him every single day. It's such a comforting feeling to know he's in such capable and caring hands.
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Review from C E (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The nursery are trying hard to get back to a good standard. Since it was bought out, we have seen management changes constantly, however I do point out, it feels like a more stable environment within recent months, it is very hard as a parent and as a nursery when you see staff turnaround on a constant
basis, end of the day your child gets use to familiar faces and they find trust and a safe place within staff and when they do it's sad to see they have to find that trust again and again as all the better staff seem to leave, I am very happy with the two Nursery Practitioners they seem to be on the ball in pre school, and my child seems to have taken really well with them both, like the library idea! As a parent I can see the current management team are trying very hard to bring back stability and a good environment for children to flourish in. One thing that does need to improve is the door system.
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff and care. The current management has really turned the nursery environment around. Our child has always been happy here but there was a period of huge staff attrition and it was clear there was something amiss. We are back to being completely happy with Future Champions and really appreciate
all of the nurture and care displayed by all staff.
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Review from Annabelle S (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The overall friendliness of the nursery as a whole. Choosing a nursery for your child is a big decision but future champions made this easy, as a whole this is a great nursery, the building and playground, the staff, playrooms, other children, parents, the regular updates by an app, variety of food
and activities the children do.
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child recently started attending Future Champions and the staff have been wonderful in supporting us both through the transition. I love that she is able to play all day and get involved in a wide and varied range of activities. The facilities and equipment looks well-maintained and clean and there
is plenty of space for her to move around and explore. I really like the app being updated throughout the day and the meals provided appear to be well thought out. The staff in general appear happy at work, and they always take the time to talk to me and let me know how my child is getting on. Most importantly, I feel my child is well cared for and kept safe while I am not there.
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Review from N J (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Future Champions Nursery is the best place for my little girl to develop. They have been very supportive with her recent toilet training and she absolutely loves going. The staff are so kind and friendly and I love to see that my little girl is so excited to go to nursery. Thank you.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you for your review. We have loved caring for your daughter and supporting her through key development milestones. The staff are passionate about this within their practice so it is nice to see…read more
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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child attended Future Champions from the age of 13 months and progressed through all rooms until they left for Reception class. During their time at the nursery, they thrived! The staff were so attentive and caring that they became a second family. There was always a range of different themed activities
as well as trips within the local community and further afield to stimulate the children and assist with their learning. As parents, we were provided with daily detailed feedback so we could feel involved in the children’s day. Future Champions itself is a beautiful setting and it really does feel like a home. Highly recommend!
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It is lovely to see such lovely feedback on our setting and we strive to continue offering such wonderful things for our children year in and year out. We…read more
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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely thrives here, the care and the activities are second to none.
He absolutely loves going and always has fun, he’s learned so much.
It’s the perfect setting outside areas are so thought out, a fantastic place.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We love caring for your son and are thrilled that he enjoys coming to our nursery. It's nice to hear you love our outdoor areas. We pride ourselves on our…read more
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Review from L D (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. Very welcoming, caring and supportive. My child has settled in very well and loves going to this nursery. The staff are very friendly. Beautiful and safe garden/play area for children. Good parking space for drop off and pickup. Would likely recommend this nursery.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you very much for your review. It is lovely reading such nice feedback about our team and nursery. We always strive to continue our outstanding rating and welcome all feedback. Your children are…read more
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Review from H W (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful nursery. Can’t credit the staff enough and the valuable work they do in developing their little people all-round. Always feel that my child is completely safe and loved by staff, and they will go the extra mile to do the best for them. My child loves it, and is excited and prepared to start
school, but is worried that she will miss her nursery teachers! Daily/multiple daily updates via app which is easy to use. Great premises and facilities which are safe and continuously invested in and updated. A wide range of activities. The only issues I’ve ever had are minor administrative ones between the head office and the nursery. Would 100% recommend.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you very much for your review! It has been a pleasure caring for your daughter and glad we could help in times needed. Pre-school will be sad to see her leave this year but she is more than…read more
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Review from Rachel S (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Future Champions has helped my little boy to flourish. The team are great with the children but also support the parents. Especially when it comes to learning about mechanisms to improve behaviours and potty training. The facilities are well maintained and are bright and welcoming. Whilst slightly on
the expensive side, I would still definitely recommend Future Champions Horwich.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you for your review, we love to hear all feedback. We always strive to support all parents where we can with any advice and guidance and its always positive to hear this has helped at home. It…read more
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Review from Carl D (Father of Child) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has attended Future Champions Horwich for almost 3 years. The staff have always remained professional and attentive helping our little boy develop into the clever and confident individual he is today ready for primary school.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you Carl for your review! We have enjoyed caring for your son and it has been a pleasure to watch him grown and blossom in our setting. We will miss him when he goes to school.
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Review from P S (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the nursery for a few years now and there have been some changes but the ethos of the nursery has remained the same. Providing a fun and safe environment for the children to play, learn and grow.
For meals, he gets well-balanced meals and snacks. The staff are all super friendly
and are happy to provide updates daily upon collection. They want to hear about the child’s development outside of nursery and things they can work on whilst they are attending nursery.
We receive plenty of updates through the app, either in a group or individual setting which shows all the children fully enjoying their time there.
Reply from Jamie-Lee Davies, Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We have enjoyed caring for your son at nursery and he has been a pleasure. We will continue to take any suggestions on board to improve our practice…read more
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Review from M M (Father of Child) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
We decided to remove our children from this nursery as we relocated to a nearby town. Also due to the fact staff members seemed to be changing all the time.
We were promised that we would receive photos/journey planners since they had been at the nursery. Nothing after numerous attempts of chasing
this up and staff members sighing down the phone.
This is not the same nursery that our children started at 3 years ago.
Reply from Emma Hargrave, Marketing Manager at Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich
Thank you for your feedback. The Area Manager will contact you to discuss your points raised and be afforded the opportunity to offer reassurances.
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.244)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.244) out of 10 for Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 10 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 4.688 for Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich is calculated as follows: ( (109 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.688
  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 4.556 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich is based on 10 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 90 number of registered child places is 18. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 18 = 0.556
  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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Kerry Smith

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2024

Hello my name is Kerry
I have over 17 years of experience in childcare.
My passion has always been with early years, caring, supporting and developing children is the most rewarding part of the role. Working in managerial roles over the past 6 years has given me a clear passion for staff development, supporting staff to reach their full potential and giving children the best outcomes. I am passionate about providing high standards of childcare and working with families during the journey through nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich

What is the Age Range of Children that Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich accepts?

Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich Open?

Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich is open: Monday 07:45-18:00, Tuesday 07:45-18:00, Wednesday 07:45-18:00, Thursday 07:45-18:00, Friday 07:45-18:00.

How many Children does Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich have capacity for?

Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich has capacity for a total of 90 Children.

How far is Future Champions Childrens Nursery Horwich to the centre of Bolton?

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

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