Nursery
We provide a quality childcare service catering for each individual child's needs, in a safe, stimulating environment. Through the planned curriculum provided by our qualified staff team we encourage your child to grow and develop whilst giving you the security and peace of mind that they are safe and happy.
The activities offered are built on the Foundation stage Curriculum and The Birth to Three Framework, which will make a positive contribution to children's early development and learning. The range of activities include: free play, sand, water, creative, music, stories and many, many more fun activities.
We have a large well equipped outdoor play area for children to develop their physical skills.
Opening times
The Nursery is open Mon - Fri from 8.30am to 6.00pm. Term time only.
Session times
- Morning session: 8.30am - 12.30pm
- Afternoon session: 12.45pm - 5.00pm
- Twilight session: 5.00pm - 6.00pm
Students who are in receipt of a means tested benefit may apply to the Learner Support Fund for financial assistance to help with childcare costs.
Places are offered on a first come first served basis. Places get taken up very quickly, so to find out more about Butterflies, please ring 0161 785 4090.
Childcare places for 0-5 year olds
Butterflies is registered with OFSTED to offer childcare places for children aged between 0 and 5 years old whilst parents study at College. We provide a high quality service catering for children's needs through the planned curriculum.
Advice on out of school childcare
We can offer advice on to access information regarding local out - of - school care for older children.
Advice on childcare funding available
Information regarding funding for childcare at Butterflies or external provision is available in conjunction with the Learner Support Administrator.
Study time for parents available
We can offer childcare at Butterflies whilst parents use non-timetables sessions for private study through consultation with course tutors.