Curriculum comprehensive in Manchester

“This is the best school in town”

“A great course, Gio has a massive amount of experience both in business and as a barber which really shows.”

“We have two children in our care and both have been looked after by this school. Their educational and emotional needs have been met. Wonderful school can't recommend it highly enough.”

“A committed group of educators working hard to improve the life chances of our young people - very privileged to have spent the day working with them, sharing ideas from #MarkPlanTeach to help them work more effectively.”

“A fantastic learning establishment! Seems a safe, secure & welcoming place. I'm happy to leave my child there knowing she's happy too.”

“Very great school Wonderful teacher”

“My son attended,very good school”

“Absolutely amazing nursery. All of the staff are so friendly, welcoming and can’t do enough for us as parents as well as the children. We’ve been made to feel part of the family already and the girls all give as many updates as they can throughout the day, I can’t fault this nursery what so ever!”

“Fantastic nursery, we feel so confident in the staff and the environment they create for my little girl. Spent a long time researching and visiting all the nurseries in the area and this stood out by a mile. Thanks homelands :)”

“We used Brookside Pre-School for our eldest son, and he loved it there. they have the woodland setting which is great if the kids need a field to run around in. They've got wet and dry areas so the kids can explorer textures, and they get the kids involved in making amazing murals and wall coverings. Still love the Chinese dragon they made last year. We felt very welcomed in to a warm nurturing environment, where the staff are very professional and yet friendly. As a parent, i was impressed with the level of detail they went to, I remember last year they reared chicks from eggs around easter time, I've never seen another nursery even come close to do anything like that. The kids learnt so much just by that one simple thing, brilliant. Great welcoming staff, warm playful environment, inside and outside for those sunny days, and muddy puddle days. Excellent standard of care, and a very happy child. Thank you Brookside!”

“Such an amazing place very good sad when my grandson left . Staff lovely place great, no problems anytime”

“When investigating local childcare options for our daughter, we were stuck between the homely setting of a childminder and the consistency of a nursery - to us Swan’s offered the best of both worlds... The setting As a small setting it has a real family feel and impressed us from the outset with Nicola (Nursery Manager) showing real pride in touring us. There are three rooms: Baby, Tweenies and Pre-School and all are well loved and maintained with changing seasonal displays, toys and activities. There is an outdoor garden area that offers great stimulation - it isn't the largest but they do make great use of it! Overall, it's an inclusive and diverse community atmosphere. The staff All of the staff are excellent and the majority are extremely experienced. Management have been in place 20+ years and Toni in the baby room has been at Swan's for years & years (so many, I forget!) - I found this reassuring when our daughter first started at 9 months old. The staff have remained consistent throughout our daughter’s 3 years at Swan’s with only a small, natural turnover - always a good sign! The staff are friendly, caring and vigilant and work hard to bond with the children and encourage development on an individual basis. They seem to genuinely enjoy their jobs and workplace. Many of the staff also have their own children (not that this matters but some may find it comforting to know.) Ofsted Swans is rated Ofsted 'Good with Outstanding features' (personal development being one area they excel at.) It’s one of the higher rated Ofsted nurseries in the Prestwich area but often seems to get overlooked - I'm never quite sure why! It's a hidden gem. Rates, funding and inclusions Contact the nursery for the latest rates and funding info - all childcare is expensive but I remember it being one of the more reasonable rates in the area! Provisions includes breakfast, lunch and a light tea at around 4pm. Nappies, wipes and suncream are included for comparison purposes. Core hours Included in the standard daily payment rate is drop-off from 08.00am and collection by 5.30pm. You can pay a small fee extra to drop-off earlier (from 7.30am) and collect later (by 6pm.) Location & Parking Swans is located on Whittaker Lane - just 3 minutes walk from the Heaton Park metrolink stop. There is on-street parking behind the nursery on Earl Street - ideal for drop off & pick up, you will never find yourself fighting for a spot. App & tracking Swans uses the Learning Journals app to detail your child's day, communications and events. Up until pre-school - sleep, food intake, toileting and development milestones are all logged on the app along with regular pictures and videos of what your kiddo has been doing during the nursery day. Accidents/Incidents are also recorded via the app. Extracurricular activities My daughter has enjoyed regular seasonal walks/trips to Heaton Park, Stretch & Grow exercise classes (and for a very small fee extra) externally provided French lessons. Pre-school trips have been to Smithill's Farm and the Transport museum. Swans also put on an amazing graduation ceremony - it was above and beyond expectation with some lovely small take-home keepsakes. Other features There is secure on-site pram parking within the nursery boundary for those who need it. Summary We've been extremely happy with our experience of Swans for 3+ years. If we were to have any more children there is no doubt that I'd be popping my name down on the waiting list ASAP. Plus, both of my daughter’s Grandmas are retired primary school teachers and both have independently commented on how good her development has been (and now she's older - her readiness for school) crediting it largely to Swans and its staff. A huge thanks to Nicola, Emma, Joanne, Toni, Sana, Rachel, Leona, Kira and Ciara - you all do an amazing job and we’ll miss you & the amazing environment you work so hard to create on a daily basis.”

“My son learn a sing and drama is happy n interesting. He can’t wait on every Wednesday.”

“Really good school. Office staff are so friendly and welcoming and the teachers are good. Since getting a new headteacher in 2016(?) or late 2015 she has made some great changes to the school. Rated a good school by ofsted (2017)”

“Wonderful School environment, Knowledgeable staff, Highly Recommend using this school to further expand your Childrens educational needs.”

“Lovely school, great ethos and a group of teachers and support staff who really care about the children”

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“Wonderful staff and great environment for learning and playing!”

“I did the Combined Gel & Builder course with Aimee and Becky and it was amazing! I’m so glad I took the plunge and did it! They provided me with all the knowledge I need to start my new venture. Knowing that their support and guidance extends beyond the training room gives me the confidence boost I need to make me believe that I can make my business exactly what I want it to be! THANK YOU ❤️❤️”