Description
Contact Information
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Phone Number0161 790 2779
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Details
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Group/OwnerHead Start Nursery Group
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Person in ChargeMelissa Heywood (Owner)
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Number of Staff30
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When ClosedBank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care Sessional Day Care
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Total Places for children120
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Age rangefrom 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
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ParkingVehicular access is via Mayfield Avenue and there is additional pedestrian access via the High Street Walkden.
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VisitingParents and carers are welcome and encouraged to visit the nursery. Appointments can be made via telephone, email or in person.
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DirectionsHolly House Day Nursery is perfectly positioned within a quiet residential area yet is located just off the main (A6) commuter route and a short walk from Walkden town centre with the (A580) East Lancs Road and public transport facilities at hand. The nursery is close to Walkden railway station and the guided busway, both of which connect directly with Manchester.
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0745-1800
Rowan Sawyer
September 2, 2024 at 2:01 amThe team were fantastic and became our extended family. They were a fantastic assistance especially as early on my little boy was diagnosed with a cows milk allergy. They were already aware of the milk ladder and were so supportive and introduced delicious home cooked food. All team are so attentive and attentive, this shows as each kid runs in each morning ready for more exciting adventures. The childcare centre has such a homely sense and the owners in particular are very attentive and make sure our kids are well provided for in a secure spotless setting. The team go above and beyond. They recognise how difficult it can be especially as a working mum. They work hard to make memories and involve us as parents too. I can never thank you all enough for helping my little boy grow. We will miss you all! Thanks Our Son attended Holly House Day Childcare centre for three years.
Dallas Knight
September 6, 2024 at 7:40 pmRecently she became unwell and the team were exceptional with her, recognising something wasn’t quite right, escalating it to the appropriate people and reassuring her along the way. She needed a check over by a doctor and he was very impressed with the Team members account, she had written it all down so Mum and Dad could pass on exactly what happened. Granddaughter is fine and returned to childcare centre the following day. My granddaughter (2 years old) loves her days at Holly House Day Childcare centre and because her speech has developed so well since being there she can tell us all about what she does, what she eats, playtime and discovering activities etc.
Jamie Drake
September 22, 2024 at 1:38 amThe team in the baby and wobbler room have been incredible! They are so great with my daughter, supporting me with sleep training and persisting with nap times. She goes in cheerful every day without a problem and I’m sure she doesn’t want to leave. She has really come on in leaps and bounds and I definitely believe that the team at Holly House are contributing to her development and wellbeing. She loves being outside and all the messy activities that I’m not brave enough to do at home. I adore the app and get regular updates and pictures on what she’s up to during the day, a record of sleep times, meals, nappy changes etc. I could not suggest Holly House enough. My daughter is really blossoming being there. My daughter has been attending Holly House Day Nursery since January 2023 and I could not be happier with the level of care and professionalism.
Hayden Taylor
September 23, 2024 at 8:51 amMy son has experienced trauma at an early age and has resulting attachment issues. I made this clear on visiting and enrolment. They moved my son to a new room with no transition or prior warning. He was coming out with wet pants most days. Also coming out with his lunch round his face (at 4 pm) and his spare clothes and shoes were lost, bottles broken more than once. Raised issues with the team who then claimed they were unaware of his special needs.
Asked to see the new room but told due to covid we couldn’t. Windows and doors were blocked specifically so we couldn’t see in. My son became more and more distressed when being taken in.
Eventually, after kicking up a further complaint, they instead referred me to social services after I ‘manhandled’ my son (aka held him tight crossing the road while he had a tantrum. The report was thrown immediately out on screening by the Council – however not after excellent distress for us. Avoid. Had many serious issues with this childcare centre.
Morgan Hayes
October 10, 2024 at 11:41 amThe team are lazy and leave the little ones in dirty nappies for hours. The manager’s attitude is disgusting. She is really unapproachable. Don’t cross them or they will ring social services on you. This has been done to several parents. Stay clear. Absolute terrible childcare centre.
Riley Finch
October 20, 2024 at 2:38 amMy son absolutely loves going, we adore the pictures the childcare centre send, the updates and summaries of each day and it’s clear the team are fond of him too. Holly House Day Nursery communicate well with parents, they do exceptional activities with the kids and are so thoughtful too. We chose perfectly! All the team are so lovely.
Billie Irwin
October 21, 2024 at 1:36 pmMy son was very attached to me, as I was to him. So the separation was hard. He cried, I cried, and the team were so understanding of this and put me to ease.
The manager was so expert, she reassured me on all phone calls, and there were a lot of them.
The food was all cooked on the premises was healthy, and I know my son was well fed.
Each day I received reports on how he got on and consistently was informed of new milestones.
I knew these girls were so attentive, it was not just a job to them, it was a adore of attentive for kids.
I could not suggest Holly House enough for all the care and adore they give my son and the thanks they deserve. My son attended the childcare centre from 10 months old up until he was 20 months as I had another baby and kept him with me and his brother.
The inviting and welcoming meeting I received every morning was 5 stars.
Harper Hunter
November 10, 2024 at 12:50 amThey are all very attentive and engaging with the kids. They’re also very supportive if there’s any queries or any issues. There’s consistently lots going on to engage the kids. The team at Holly House Day Nursery are outstanding.
Parker Irwin
November 19, 2024 at 1:20 amI can see from the photos I receive on the tapestry app that all the various topics they teach include participation in exciting activities. I get regular written and verbal feedback.
My kid particularly seems to be a big fan of the food as when seeing the cook says ‘yummy’! It consistently seems to be healthy and have catered really well to my kid’s allergies. Since my kid started when 7 months old, my kid has a clear bond with all the educators, is cheerful going to childcare centre and as a result is excelling very quickly.
Cameron Randall
November 29, 2024 at 7:26 amDue to a couple of house moves this is the third childcare centre I have had journey with. All have been excellent but Holly House really stands out. The team are what makes the place but the facilities and general day to day running of the childcare centre are exceptional as well. Holly House Day Nursery is an incredible childcare centre.
Quinn Lang
December 18, 2024 at 10:59 amIt’s a excellent place, team are lovely and very supportive and she absolutely loves it. She will be sad to leave by the end. Facilities are excellent, the preschool have day trips etc. Highly recommended. My daughter goes to Holly House for over seven years.
Morgan Cross
December 25, 2024 at 7:44 pmShe has made excellent connections with friends and the team. She loves going to Holly House Day Nursery house. The team are consistently welcoming to her and us at drop off pick up. Communication is excellent and the activities carried out whilst there are both educational and enjoyable. I couldn’t suggest Hollyhouse enough. My daughter has attended Holly House Day Nursery from she was 9months she is now almost 4.
Rowan Hunter
January 4, 2025 at 9:16 pmThe team are welcoming and approachable. We never had any problems in the 4-5 years we used the childcare centre. Would highly suggest it to others! Both my kids went to Holly House and both absolutely loved their time here.
Charlie Randall
January 23, 2025 at 2:39 pmWe had concerns over his speech, listening and playtime in general. Our worries have been allayed thanks to all at Holly House!
– Playtime plans helped our playtime with him, and help him learn how to playtime and develop his social skills. Updates over the playtime plans and their importance helped us understand their benefit and assured us of the childcare centre’s commitment to our boy.
– The introductory period really helped our son settle, and lessened any fears we had as to how he would settle
– Team in Elms have been exceptional! So understanding of his limitations with speech they have helped him communicate in different wants, while also helping him to improve his speech. Their bond is lovely and it’s heartwarming to see.
– Updates throughout the day, on his eating, sleeping etc, on the portal is remarkable, as are the regular updates from the childcare centre on what activities the kids are doing.
We’re delighted with Holly House!! Our son started at Holly House just before his 2nd birthday.
River Cross
January 24, 2025 at 8:45 pmMy son is just over one and I was apprehensive about returning to work and sending him in full time but everyone has been remarkable, both management and the lovely girls in the baby room. They are so welcoming and welcoming and my son has really settled in remarkable.
The app is excellent and I look forward to receiving the picture they send every day, he consistently looks like he’s having so much enjoyable. He is really well fed also getting a variety of fruits and veg every day which is excellent.
I really can’t fault them at all and I’m so glad we chose Holly House. Really suggest Holly House Day Nursery.
Charlie Carter
January 29, 2025 at 3:10 amWe as parents are content knowing that our son is cared for as we would be at home. He is stimulated in all areas of development on a daily basis and talks happily about what he has done. My son has attended Holly House Day Nursery from 9 months old and the care he has received throughout the childcare centre has been outstanding.
Gray Lawson
February 25, 2025 at 3:38 pmThey helped her to learn to trust again, make friends, and blossom back into the cheerful smiley little girl she was.
She has come a long way and really thrived at Holly House; having been given the chance to develop on her own terms she is quickly becoming a chatty, independent little girl with a excellent interest in everything around her. Her care team are consistently really supportive and well‑informed about her day and behaviours; she is very fond of them all.
We couldn’t imagine her being elsewhere. Last year, when our daughter was 8 months old and having trouble with repeat head injuries at her previous childcare centre, Holly House was quick to take her on board.
Fallon Carter
March 2, 2025 at 1:10 amThe team are a delight and a credit to the team at Holly House Day Nursery. Some of the girls who were there for my son thirteen years ago are still there and that just shows what a excellent place it is. Holly House Day Nursery is the best they are so attentive thoughtful and loving towards the kids.
Parker Jarvis
March 5, 2025 at 9:58 pmStaff are very supportive and welcoming.
Facilities are of a high standard inside and out. Very cheerful with the care provided to my kid.
Robin Hayden
April 2, 2025 at 5:49 amThe care and attention the kids get is second to none. The team are all so great as they move from room to room. My little girl loves going. All the activities or days out that they do with the kids is just remarkable. Highly suggest anyone sending their kid. You know that they are well looked after and secure. Holly House Day Nursery is just incredible.
Emerson Morgan
April 9, 2025 at 1:10 amHe returns home cheerful, with lots of stories to tell.
Through discussion with him, we learnt about all the activities undertaken; how proud he has been to gain rewards he has been given for contributions to class; and we have a wall full of the art and craft he has created.
Our interactions with team have been positive too – we felt included in his care, and listened to on the occasions we have had queries or suggestions.
I’m sure many parents sense the same about their kids, but we see ours as a person who likes to push his own boundaries of knowledge, and is older than his years. We are grateful for the flexibility of the team in helping him develop in a way specific to himself as an individual, rather than just as a generic kid.
I would also like to thank management for their care, flexibility, and ‘on the ground’ compassionate of interest in our son.
Much recommended childcare centre. It has been fantastic to see our boy’s development, supported by the childcare centre.
Taylor Marsh
May 3, 2025 at 7:31 pmHolly House really put me at ease as she is my first kid and leaving her was hard for me. They put me at ease and the app they have is incredible to keep me updated on how my daughter is doing. The team are just incredible nothing is a problem and all the team are easy to talk to and so lovely. I would highly suggest Holly House to anyone. Honestly, my husband and I are so cheerful with Holly House. Our daughter loves going and consistently smiles when we tell her she is going to childcare centre today. Thank you team at Holly House for everything you do. My daughter has been with Holly House Day Nursery since she was 9 months old.
Toby Sharpe
May 6, 2025 at 10:42 amAll the team we have encountered have been extremely supportive and welcoming. My daughter has come on so much during her time at Holly House and I know this is due to all the incredible team and the home from home sense that the childcare centre has. My daughter is cheerful when going in and coming out. I don’t hesitate to pick up the phone if I have any questions as I know it will be a welcoming voice on the other end. Getting the daily updates and monthly newsletter are a excellent way to keep the parents informed and involved in what is happening in the childcare centre. I would suggest Holly House to anyone in need of childcare. Holly House has made my daughters transition to childcare as smooth as possible.
Billie Blair
May 10, 2025 at 9:57 amThe team are outstanding and it is fully evident that they really care about the kids they look after. Nothing is too much for them. I can rest assured that my boys are secure and are in capable hands. Fantastic creche.
Shawn Turner
May 18, 2025 at 5:38 pmMy kids have all attended and I have used the childcare centre for the past 13 years. This month I was having some personal issues which resulted in me having to ask the childcare centre to accommodate me and they have been outstanding and extremely supportive. I cannot give out what this was in relation to but I can say the manager has been a excellent help. My journey with Holly House Day Nursery is second to none.
Rowan Delaney
May 24, 2025 at 6:49 amThe while settling-in process went smoothly and the team have really gotten to know our kid – he is delighted to see them each morning at drop-off. Utmost care has been taken regarding catering for his allergies – we have no concerns to this end. As our first journey of a childcare setting, we are very impressed Our son joined the babies room in October 2022 and despite our concerns that he may find settling in tricky, the team have been so supportive and compassionate.
London Hobbs
May 27, 2025 at 6:53 amShe has created close bonds with the team and her development and discovering has come on leaps and bounds since attending.
Yesterday she became quite unwell at childcare centre and I could not fault the team with not only their initial response but their follow up as well. The doctor even commented on the level of detail in the statement provided which helped immensely with her assessment.
I would highly suggest Holly House! My daughter absolutely adores going to Holly House Day Childcare centre!
Morgan Irwin
June 1, 2025 at 11:42 amMy little girl has recently transitioned rooms and the team were so reassuring and made the transition smooth for her. They consistently provide regular updates and photos that help to put my mind at ease, knowing my little girl is being well looked after and enjoying lots of enjoyable activities! Couldn’t speak more highly of the Holly House team.
Sidney Underwood
June 6, 2025 at 1:57 amEvery member of team is a credit to the team, they go above and beyond. I have two kids that attend full-time, they are provided with the utmost care on a daily basis including a balanced nutritious diet. I can honestly say that once dropping them off I can be 100% confident that they both are going to have a super day. The app they use for updates is excellent, I adore getting photos throughout the day. The management team are consistently there to answer my questions and queries- nothing is ever too much! Thank you Holly House. Holly House is the most incredible, supportive and expert childcare centre.
Morgan Wells
June 7, 2025 at 1:11 pmThe development he had whilst at Holly House has been exceptional, his self‑assurance levels, his speech, social interaction have all improved dramatically since being at Holly House. It a well run, well organised, well staffed provision with team that really care about what they do no matter what their job is in the organisation and the kids that attend. We would highly suggest this resource to any parent, whether it be childcare centre, pre or post school clubs or holidays we have used them all and they are all outstanding. Our son started in March this year in Childcare centre and now attends breakfast club as he has moves to a School Childcare centre now.
Lane Quincy
June 9, 2025 at 1:54 pmAn extremely expert establishment with well trained team. My daughter, who has quite complex medical needs, has been looked after amazingly well by all members of team. A fantastic childcare centre with extra special team. Wholly suggest Holly House.