Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Family-Run Childcare in Bury, Lancashire
Established in 1990, we are the longest-running nursery group in the North West, providing outstanding childcare across five family-run settings in Bury, Lancashire. Our dedicated team prioritises the safety, welfare, and development of every child, fostering a nurturing environment where individuality is celebrated. With over 35 years of collective experience, we combine structured learning with creative play to stimulate growth in language, motor skills, and social confidence. Our SEND provision ensures tailored support for children with additional needs, while our MB Academy programme prepares pre-schoolers for a seamless transition to primary education. We maintain strong partnerships with parents, offering transparent communication and regular updates on children's progress.Our nurseries feature clean, engaging spaces with balanced indoor and outdoor activities, promoting holistic development. Recognised for our inclusive ethos, we respect cultural diversity and encourage equality through our Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Committed to continuous improvement, we uphold high staff-to-child ratios and invest in ongoing professional development. Our family-run ethos ensures a warm, community-focused atmosphere where children thrive and families feel supported. This dedication has earned us consistent praise from parents and carers for creating environments where children are safe, celebrated, and empowered.
Services
Day Nurseries
SEND Provision
Outdoor Learning
Healthy Eating Programmes
MB Academy
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Family-run since 1990 with five Ofsted-graded nurseries across Greater Manchester
- Specialist SEND provision with tailored interventions for children with additional needs
- MB Academy programme ensures school-ready transitions with expert-led phonics and numeracy
- High staff-to-child ratios maintaining consistent, personalised care and development tracking
- Outdoor learning environments promoting physical development and creative exploration
What people say
Amazing team
Safe and celebrated
Incredible support
Empowering environment
Thriving children
Services
Day Nurseries
Our five family-run nurseries provide full-day childcare for children aged 0-5, combining structured learning with free play. Each setting offers age-appropriate rooms, outdoor spaces, and a curriculum focused on early literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Staff deliver consistent care while tracking individual development through observation and assessment.
SEND Provision
Tailored interventions for children with additional needs, including autism spectrum disorders. Our trained staff implement graduated approaches, setting personalised targets and making reasonable adjustments. Regular assessments ensure progress monitoring, while family collaboration maintains consistent support across home and nursery environments.
MB Academy
Specialist preparation for school transition, led by an experienced primary teacher. The curriculum includes phonics, numeracy, and literacy development through structured activities. Small group sessions maintain high adult-to-child ratios, ensuring individual attention and skill-building for confident reception class entry.
Outdoor Learning
Dedicated outdoor spaces promote physical development and sensory exploration. Activities include gardening, construction, and imaginative play, supporting motor skills and environmental awareness. Weather-appropriate equipment encourages year-round engagement, complementing indoor learning objectives through hands-on experiences.
Healthy Eating Programmes
Balanced meals and snacks follow dietary guidelines, with options accommodating allergies and cultural preferences. Menus promote healthy habits while involving children in food-related activities. Nutritional education is integrated into daily routines, encouraging positive eating behaviours and awareness of healthy choices.
People
Kathryn Radcliffe
Early Years Advisory Teacher
An experienced primary teacher specialising in early reading and school transitions, Kathryn leads our MB Academy programme. She delivers phonics instruction, conducts speech and language interventions, and supports staff in literacy and mathematics best practices.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 0-5 years across our five nurseries, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
Do you support children with additional needs?
Yes, our specialist SEND provision offers tailored interventions, thorough assessments, and reasonable adjustments to support children with autism and other additional needs.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our MB Academy programme, led by an experienced primary teacher, focuses on phonics, numeracy, and social skills through structured activities to ensure smooth school transitions.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain high staff-to-child ratios, secure premises with controlled access, and regular safeguarding training to ensure children's safety at all times.
Can parents view their child's progress?
Yes, we provide regular updates through observations, assessments, and parent-teacher meetings, with opportunities to discuss development and next steps.
Are meals provided?
We offer balanced meals and snacks following nutritional guidelines, accommodating allergies and dietary requirements while promoting healthy eating habits.
