Former Head Teacher of St. Bede CE Primary Multi Academy Trust. Originally Executive Head Teacher of St. Bede C of E Primary Academy (Ofsted outstanding rated), with 530+ children. Former Chief Executive of St. Bede's Childcare Ltd (a fully registered childcare charity within the North West) and Chief Executive of St. Bede's Teaching School Ltd (A successful Teaching School).
A National Leader of Education, supporting other local schools to deliver quality out of school care and education, firmly believing that children deserve the best start in life. A member of a number of national working groups for the Department for Education. Was previously the National Treasurer for the National Association for Headteachers and was recently North West President for the same association.
A National Leader of Education, supporting other local schools to deliver quality out of school care and education, firmly believing that children deserve the best start in life. A member of a number of national working groups for the Department for Education. Was previously the National Treasurer for the National Association for Headteachers and was recently North West President for the same association.
Services
We've tried to answer all our frequently asked questions here, however if your question isn't answered please don't hesitate to contact us. The nursery opens at 7:30am and closes at 6pm. For our insurance purposes it is important children are dropped off and collected within these times. We ask that all children bring a small rucksack like bag to nursery with them containing a full change of clothes and nappies and wipes if applicable.
In this room the children are on a 1:3 ratio with a member of staff. In our baby room you will find a calm, soothing atmosphere where lots of one to one attention will be given to your baby by our very experienced and specially chosen staff. Your baby will have a calm, cosy atmosphere, with a wide range of equipment to encourage your baby's stimulation and development.
Our meals for our children are all cooked with all fresh ingredients in our amazing school and nursery kitchens, we use fresh fruit in our deserts and cakes which reduces the amount of sugar we need to use and with our homemade main courses and sauces we use a lot of hidden vegetables so the fussiest of children would not know they were there.
As a charity, our aim is to ensure that all children are ready for each transition in their life. As a charity, our aim is to ensure that all children are ready for each transition in their life whether that be to a new room in the nursery or to begin their journey to school. Our approach of individualised learning ensures that we can do this in a way which is age and developmentally appropriate for that child.
We think it's very important to recognise the commitment and dedication of our staff who deliver a service that is over and above what is expected of them. Our Employee of the Month award is designed to recognise the commitment and dedication of our staff who deliver a service that is over and above what is expected of them in order to make a difference to the children.
Reviews (8)
Lauren Solan
Sep 14, 2020
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My little girl has been attending Little Rainbows nursery since July and I just want to say thank you to all the staff (especially Lauren in the baby room) for being reassuring and helpful during these uncertain times. I feel my little girl is safe and looked after at Little Rainbows and she always comes out smiling 😀
Sophie Hollowood
Aug 22, 2020
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Just want to thank all the staff (especially Olivia) at little rainbows. Ava started nursery a few weeks ago and absolutely loves it. She gets excited as soon as we get there! I was so nervous to take Ava to a nursery but they made me feel so at ease as the app is constantly updated and the staff genuinely care about each child’s needs and development. I’m so glad I chose little rainbows! Thank you all so much!
Nicola Catherine
Jan 24, 2020
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Zoe Zoe
Jan 16, 2020
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Can’t recommend little rainbows nursery enough all my children have been to this nursery the staff are all brilliant, my daughter enjoys going to nursery I’ve never had a problem getting her to nursery and I can only put that down to the staff being amazing with the children. Im so grateful to the staff as they have done a wonderful job of looking after caring and teaching my daughter new things and getting her ready for school this year thank you little rainbows
Laura McLeod
Jan 15, 2020
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Lesley Joyce
Jan 15, 2020
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Excellent nursery. My son has gone since being 9 months old. The staff are very attentive to your needs. All the nursery nurses are great with the children and create a fun and caring environment for them to enjoy their day and learn. They provide extra activities both in house and externally, i.e Forrest School, Swimming lessons and diddy dance. My son loves them all. Management are excellent and approachable if you have any questions. You basically want your child to be happy, healthy and safe, and Little Rainbows will provide all.
Gill Casey
Jan 15, 2020
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Excellent nursery, both my children have attended this nursery over the years from babies till leaving for school. The staff are very helpful and polite. My son is always happy to attend nursery never gets upset. They have a great range of activities they do with the children and the daily updates regarding children is really good using and online app. Highly recommended.
Natasha Dearnley
Jan 14, 2020
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The nursery is excellent and the staff are the best part :) they are so welcoming and friendly and you can tell they love doing what they do, they feel like a little family. My son loves coming to nursery and seeing all his friends, he has a great time and has created strong bonds with each of his key workers in every room. The activities like forest school and swimming lessons are added extras that i have never thought a nursery would offer, but they do :) Great menu choices and the place is spotless :) keep up the good work everyone x
