Commitment
We are dedicated to delivering top-quality care, driven by our strong and dynamic team.
Rated 4.9 by 800+ Parents
Where Curiosity Turns Into Confidence.
Join the Tiddlywinks family. From first steps to first days at school, we provide the outstanding foundation your child deserves in a safe, fun, and loving environment.
- Ofsted "Outstanding" Care
- Total Flexibility
- Local & Reliable
What makes Tiddlywinks so special
Inspirational
We aim to be inspirational in every interaction, serving as role models while embracing our strengths and weaknesses.
Passion
Our staff are encouraged to bring passion and energy to Early Years Practice and childcare.
Nutrition
At Tiddlywinks, we prioritise healthy eating by designing our nursery menus to offer a balanced mix of the recommended food groups.
Outdoor Play
Outdoor play is a crucial part of our curriculum at Tiddlywinks Nursery Group, seamlessly extending the indoor environment to our secure outdoor areas.
Loved by parents all across Greater Manchester
Hello and a warm welcome to Tiddlywinks Nursery Group! We’re delighted to share with you our world of laughter, learning, and growth. At Tiddlywinks, we believe every child deserves a joyful start to their educational journey.
What to expect from Tiddlywinks
A Home Away from Home
Expect a warm, joyful start to your child's educational journey. We provide a child-centred, family-oriented environment where care is completely tailored to your child's unique needs, interests, and routine.
Inspirational Learning & Play
Driven by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, our passionate staff create a fun and supportive setting. Your child will thrive through engaging indoor activities and dynamic outdoor play.
Healthy Minds & Bodies
We prioritise your child's well-being with fully balanced nursery menus designed to offer the perfect mix of recommended food groups, ensuring they have the energy and nutrition to grow, learn, and play.
The Tiddlywinks
Promise
Peace of Mind & Safety
Your child's safety is our top priority. We provide secure, nurturing environments and rigorous safety standards so you can drop your child off with total peace of mind.
Flexibility for Busy Lives
We fit around your schedule with flexible attendance days and convenient Out of School clubs, making it easier to balance work and family life.
Education & School Readiness
Using the EYFS framework, our child-centred curriculum blends play and learning to build the confidence and skills your child needs for primary school.
Healthy Habits & Meals
We fuel growing bodies with freshly prepared, nutritious meals and daily outdoor play, instilling active, healthy habits from an early age.
Staying Connected
Never miss a milestone. Our interactive childcare app keeps you updated with real-time insights, photos, and daily updates on your child's progress.
Funding & Financial Support
We offer transparent fees and fully support government funding and tax-free childcare schemes to make quality care stress-free and affordable.
Who we are
Our story began in the summer of 1994, when Imelda and David Mihell founded Tiddlywinks Day Nursery. What started as a small family business, quickly grew into a thriving childcare service and developed into a welcoming space for children, with our first nursery opening its doors on Hill Lane, Blackley.
Providing great care
Over the years, our nurseries have expanded significantly across Greater Manchester. From that first small nursery, we now operate 7 nurseries, providing care for over 800 children every day. We also operate 4 Out of School Clubs that serve over 150 children.
Find a Nursery
Ancoats
Taunton Street, Manchester M4 7FA
Bury Central (Head Office)
6 Manchester Old Road, Bury BL9 0TB
Clayton
101 North Road, Clayton, Manchester M11 4NE
Crumpsall
1 Cromhurst Street, Crumpsall, Manchester M8 5FN
Higher Blackley
160 Victoria Avenue, Manchester M9 0RN
Milnrow
21 Stonefield Street, Milnrow, Rochdale OL16 4JQ
Nursery in Blackley
116 Hill Ln, Manchester M9 6PW
Walmersley
Talbot Grove, Bury BL9 6PH
Not just nurseries
Our passion is to create a ‘home away from home’ for your little ones. Our child-centred approach means we tailor our care to each child’s unique needs and interests. Guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, we ensure a balanced development in a fun and supportive setting.
Information at your fingertips
The childcare app offers a convenient solution for parents seeking reliable childcare options. Users can effortlessly browse through a selection of nurseries, gaining insight into each location's offerings, facilities, and staff. This feature enables parents to make informed decisions based on their preferences and requirements, ensuring they find the perfect fit for their child's needs.
Additionally, the app provides transparency by allowing users to view related fees directly within the platform, eliminating any potential surprises and enabling effective budgeting. Furthermore, parents can easily apply for a place within the app, streamlining the application process and saving time.
Award Winning
What do Parents and Visitors say about Tiddlywinks Nurseries?
Phoebe D
Amazing staff and facilities. During a hectic time in our home lives my child has been supported and cared for in nursery and absolutely loves attending. Honestly couldn’t ask for a better safe place and learning environment for any child or parents for that matter.
Tiddlywinks Nursery Crumpsall
10th November 2023
Imram K
I really like the nursery and am happy my son is coming to this nursery. They supported me when I needed it the most when my wife passed away and I appreciate it.
Tiddlywinks Nursery Crumpsall
10th November 2023
Sian A
We’d like to say a really special thank you to everybody who has cared for Martha (and Tom) over the last five years. From day one we never doubted that Tom and Martha were safe, happy, cared for and stimulated. We will miss you all but it’s nice to know that Martha can’t wait to go to school, many thanks and best wishes
Tiddlywinks Nursery Crumpsall
10th November 2023
Everything you need for peace of mind
See yourself working with us?
Don’t just take our word for it