Hoyle Nursery School
Chesham Fold Road, Bury, BL9 6HROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Hoyle Nursery School is a nursery school in Bury for ages 2 to 4. It is one of the 90 schools in Bury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 23 September 2014, report published 15 October 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 4 March 2025
Children are eager to come to this nursery, where everyone is welcome. They are greeted warmly when they arrive each day and look forward to exploring the captivating activities that staff have prepared for them. Children are safe and happy as they explore the learning environment on offer. Staff have children's best interests and welfare at heart. The exceptional relationships staff have with children create a warm and secure atmosphere where children thrive. Whatever their starting points, children are exceptionally well supported in their learning and play by staff who are experts in understanding the needs of young children. In turn, children are inquisitive learners. The excellent start they enjoy ensures that children are fully prepared for their next school. Behaviour is outstanding. Children form strong friendships and happily play together with care and kindness. Staff are experts at helping children learn about their feelings and express themselves. Children can be heard confidently explaining why they are happy or sad. Rain or shine, children are eager and excited to play in their magical outdoor area, which is packed full of interesting nooks and crannies. There are ramps to balance on, trees to climb, dens to hide in and cosy corners to talk with friends.
Pupil numbers and mix
87 pupils on roll
Schools near Hoyle Nursery School
| School | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding |
| Howard Street Nursery School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good |
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre | 6 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding |
| Staghills Nursery School | 7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding |
| Hillside Nursery School | 7 miles | Ofsted: Good |
School details
- School type
- Local authority nursery school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 2 to 4
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rachel O'Neil
- Phone
- 01617616822
- Address
- Chesham Fold Road, Bury, BL9 6HR
- Local authority
- Bury
- URN
- 105283
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.