Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Nursery School in Altrincham
Established in 1968, Oakfield Nursery School has been a family-owned leader in quality childcare for over five decades. Our nursery provides a nurturing environment where children thrive through a combination of structured learning and free exploration. With a team of highly skilled professionals who have served us for 7 - 30 years, we maintain continuity of care and expertise. Our period property in Altrincham offers 12,800 sq ft of indoor and outdoor spaces designed to inspire curiosity and a love of nature. We follow the EYFS framework while integrating diverse educational philosophies to create a holistic, child-centred approach. Our wellbeing programme includes mindfulness, aromatherapy, and sensory activities to support emotional development.Recognised nationally with awards such as NDNA's Nursery of the Year, we prioritise partnerships with parents through daily updates and annual events. Our facilities include specialist rooms for art, music, and nature discovery, alongside a bespoke woodwork shed and organic vegetable garden. We cater to children aged 0 - 5, offering tailored groups from Baby Unit to Preps, ensuring age-appropriate care. With a focus on inclusivity, we provide SEND support and maintain a low staff turnover to foster strong, lasting relationships with every child.
Services
Nature Nursery
Baby Unit
Preps
Outdoor Learning
Indoor Learning
Wellbeing Programme
SEND Support
Parent Partnership
Specialist Activities
Catering Services
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Award-winning nursery with over 50 years of excellence.
- Highly skilled, long-serving staff ensuring continuity of care.
- Spacious, nature-inspired outdoor learning environments.
- Personalized Development Profiles shared with parents regularly.
- Comprehensive wellbeing programme including mindfulness and sensory activities.
What people say
Loving, caring environment
Highly skilled staff
Excellent facilities
Happy children
Personalized attention
Services
Nature Nursery
Our Nature Nursery programme immerses children in outdoor exploration, with 12,800 sq ft of gardens featuring climbing frames, an organic vegetable patch, and animal habitats. Daily nature walks and forest school activities foster environmental awareness. Tailored to ages 05, this service develops physical coordination, curiosity, and teamwork through hands-on play.
Baby Unit
The Baby Unit offers a secure, sensory-rich environment for infants aged 018 months. Features include a dedicated cot room, sterilisation kitchen, and multi-sensory play areas. Staff follow individual routines for feeding and napping, ensuring continuity with home practices. Daily activities focus on sensory development, bonding, and early communication skills.
Preps
Preps cater to children aged 2.84.11 years, preparing them for school through structured learning and social play. Specialist teachers deliver phonics, numeracy, and creative arts. Emphasis on emotional resilience and independence, with daily feedback to parents via Development Profiles and informal updates.
Wellbeing Programme
This programme integrates mindfulness, yoga, and aromatherapy to support emotional regulation. Staff trained in child psychology provide one-on-one support for transitions and challenging behaviours. Low staff turnover ensures consistent relationships, fostering a sense of safety and belonging for every child.
Parent Partnership
We prioritise transparent communication through daily updates, annual Parents' Evenings, and digital portals. Parents receive detailed Development Profiles and are invited to participate in nursery events. This collaborative approach ensures alignment between home and nursery environments, enhancing child progress.
People
Roisin Moriarty
Director
Roisin has led Oakfield since 2000, driving its vision of nurturing growth in children's hearts and minds. With a background in early years education, she champions holistic learning and staff development. Her leadership has earned national awards, including NDNA's Nursery of the Year.
Questions
What age groups does Oakfield Nursery School cater to?
We accept children from birth to 4.11 years, with dedicated groups: Baby Unit (0–18 months), Tweenies & Toddlers (18 months–2.8 years), and Preps (2.8–4.11 years).
How does Oakfield support children's emotional wellbeing?
Our wellbeing programme includes mindfulness, yoga, and sensory activities. Staff are trained in child psychology to provide tailored emotional support, ensuring a calm, secure environment.
Are meals provided at the nursery?
Yes, all meals are freshly prepared on-site by our catering team. Menus include organic produce from our vegetable garden, with options for dietary requirements and weaning stages.
How does Oakfield communicate with parents?
Daily updates are given by key carers, and Development Profiles are shared regularly. We host annual Parents' Evenings and use digital tools for real-time communication.
Does Oakfield accommodate children with special needs?
Yes, our SEND programme offers tailored support. Our SENCO collaborates with external specialists to create individualised plans, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all children.
What safety measures are in place at Oakfield?
We maintain a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio, secure premises with restricted access, and rigorous safeguarding protocols. All staff hold up-to-date DBS checks and paediatric first aid training.
Reviews (3)
Jeanette Aldcroft
Sep 28, 2019
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I sent my daughter Rosie to Oakfield 93-96 before she went on to MHSG absolutely amazing place such fantastic memories lovely caring staff and Mrs Barr was just wonderful it makes me smile whenever I drive past.
Tom Marvolo Riddle
Jul 07, 2016
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I sent the little prince to Oakfield and I still think this is the best decision I ever made for him. Next up will be the little princess Jessica
Risia Collins
Jan 24, 2016
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My brother and I were part of the first intake at this nursery back in 1968, to us it was Mrs Barr's. Great memories; the huge three wheeler bikes, huge to us of course, and the dressing up box, I always wanted to be the spaceman being a tomboy. Fantastic that it's still going after all these years, of course it will have changed so much since I was there!
