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Brick gateway with open blue metal gates leading to a paved path toward a low brick school building; parking and information signs flank the entrance and a leafless tree stands behind.

Preschool classroom: low wooden tables and chairs arranged with toys and plants; children’s artwork and photo boards cover walls; large windows flood the bright, organized play space.

Low wooden children's tables hold colorful plastic bricks and a sensory tray; nearby shelves, a play kitchen, cushions and plants outfit a bright brick-walled preschool activity room.

Gray sofa faces a black table holding a potted white orchid; a mannequin with a hoodie and tall plants stand by a glass-block reception counter in a green-floored waiting area.

Wooden play-kitchen units line a white wall, holding metal pots and utensils; stuffed animals sit in a basket; a gray rug covers the blue floor of a children's play area.

Soft play mat and patterned black-and-white pillows placed before a low wooden mirror; a wooden box of colorful balls and wicker baskets of toys sit on the carpeted classroom corner.

Wicker baskets holding wooden blocks, colorful balls and cups arranged beside stacked wooden crates with translucent colored frames and a potted plant, on gray carpet in a brick-walled corner.

Low wooden shelf holding wicker baskets, small wooden toys and baskets of plush toys, positioned on a gray shag rug beside children's books in a cozy playroom corner.

Woven baskets hold stuffed animals and toys on a beige crocheted rug against an exposed brick wall in a play corner, beside blue carpet and a small bowl of beads.

A low child-sized table with a checkered cloth holds a ceramic jug of pink peonies, in a playroom with small chairs, toys, a mirror, shelves and an exposed brick wall.

Wooden trough holds colorful balls; textured balls scatter around a hexagonal mat with a wicker basket of wooden blocks and brushes; a rocking toy sits on the carpeted playroom.

Low wooden tables hold a dollhouse, toy animals, potted faux plants and plastic dinosaurs; small chairs surround them in a colorful preschool classroom with rugs, a crib, and activity corners.

Colorful hopscotch mat stretches across a green-carpeted classroom; wooden climbing frames, foam ramps, and small shelves are arranged for toddlers near a cozy reading nook with cushions and canopy.

Children's playground carpeted in green turf: a red plastic slide, colorful tunnel, tricycles and scattered black tires lie across the yard, bordered by wooden railing, brick wall, and safety barriers.

Black tires lie scattered on green turf, with a striped and red ball nearby; a brick wall and multicolored plastic play tunnel occupy a sunlit playground corner. Wall sign illegible.

Red plastic barriers and orange traffic cones surround a wooden obstacle course with ramps, ropes and a black tire holding an orange bucket on green turf beside a bamboo fence.

About Us

Kids Planet Ashton

Kids Planet Ashton was established in 2002 and joined the Kids Planet family twenty years later in 2022.

With an excellent reputation in the Manchester area and easily accessible commuter routes, our nursery in Ashton-under-Lyne and Out of School Club offers a beautifully presented, recently refurbished environment with a warm, family feel. Children benefit from a dedicated sensory room, a large outdoor area for active exploration, and our much-loved Rainbow Room, an inclusive space accessible to all age groups. We also provide before and after school care and a holiday club to support families year-round.

To find out more about our spaces and availability, please get in touch with the team.

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Emma Sugg

Manager

Get in Touch

Phone

0161 343 4500

Email

ashton@kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday

07:00 - 18:00

52 weeks of the year

Out of School Club
Holiday Club

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Kids Planet Queen Street, Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 6NW

What Our Parents Say

Above & Beyond

For your child

At Kids Planet, we go above and beyond to provide exceptional care and early years education. We provide secure, nurturing environments where children feel valued, respected, and free to explore. Our focus is always to create the best environment for your child to thrive.
With home-grown talent leading the way, nutritious meals, inspiring outdoor learning opportunities, and access to funded childcare, we’re committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Outdoor Learning

Nutritious Meals

Home Grown Talent

Funded Places Available

Education Approach

Outdoor Learning

Nutritious Meals

Home Grown Talent

Funded Places Available

Education Approach

Your fees

What’s Included?

At Kids Planet, we believe in making life easier for families, which is why our nurseries offer an all-inclusive approach. Our fees cover everything your child needs for a happy, comfortable day, including nappies, wipes, formula milk, and sun cream, so you have one less thing to worry about. We provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals and snacks, catering to all dietary needs to keep little ones fuelled for a day of learning and play. With sports activities to support physical development and the Famly app for real-time updates, we ensure every child gets the best start in a safe, nurturing environment.

Nutritious meals and snacks

Nappies, wipes and formula

Sun cream

Sports activities

Nursery parent app

Nutritious meals and snacks

Nappies, wipes and formula

Sun cream

Sports activities

Nursery parent app

A calming space to spark discovery

Soothing Sensory Explorations

Our sensory room offers a peaceful, engaging environment where children can relax, explore, and develop through sensory play. Carefully designed to support emotional wellbeing and encourage curiosity, the space provides a calm retreat where little ones can process the world around them. Whether used for quiet time, focused support, or small group activities, our sensory room helps children build confidence, strengthen motor skills, and enjoy meaningful moments of discovery in a gentle, nurturing setting.

Charity, connection, and care

Supporting Our Community

Community is at the heart of what we do. Our nursery proudly supports a range of local and national charities, including Willow Wood Hospice through our annual Bunny Hop, and Crackerjacks Children’s Trust. We also work closely with local schools to build strong links that benefit our children and families.

Peace of Mind for Parents

Serious About Safeguarding

At Kids Planet, the safety, well-being, and happiness of your little ones are at the heart of everything we do. We understand that as parents, you want to feel confident that your child is in a nurturing and secure environment. That’s why we have clear, robust safeguarding policies in place to protect every child in our care.

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