Little Panda'sPre-School, Ashton-under-Lyne 0161 830 0510Call us

A happy first step into learning

A friendly, caring pre-school on Broadoak Road in Ashton-under-Lyne for children aged 2 to Reception age. We've been helping little ones grow in confidence since 2012.

  • Ages 2 to 5
  • Ofsted registered, rated Good
  • Morning and afternoon sessions
  • 15 and 30 hour funded places

Two rooms, two stages

Every child moves at their own pace. Our two rooms are set up for where they are now, and where they're heading next.

Wooden play kitchen with pots, pans and a small table set for tea

Our 2 to 3 room Ages 2–3

Leaving you for the first time is a big step. In our 2 to 3 room we take time to help your child settle, then build on their first steps in learning with fun activities that suit how they're developing.

Bright classroom with an alphabet display, artwork and a reading den

Our 3 to 5 room Ages 3–5

Here we start first stage phonics, maths and writing, just like a school nursery, so children are ready for Reception. Those who stay with us even get a graduation party to celebrate moving on to "big school".

Learning Through Play, surrounded by colourful children's handprints

Learning through play

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children learn by doing, talking, role play and exploring, so we plan fun activities around what interests them. Alongside free play, our staff lead activities that teach new skills, like how to use scissors.

  • Playing and exploringTrying things out and getting stuck in
  • Active learningKeeping going and enjoying what they achieve
  • Creating and thinkingHaving their own ideas and finding ways to do things

Plenty of time outdoors

Our outdoor area has sand and water play, quiet benches and lots of room to run about.

What parents say

★★★★★

“My little girl didn't like going into any building before nursery and walked straight in here and settled in straight away. She has come on no end. To any parent looking around and wondering if this is the place, it definitely is!”

Parent, Facebook review
★★★★★

“Always a warm and friendly welcome. Our children receive a great mix of learning and fun, they feel safe and secure and love the different activities both indoors and outside. We would highly recommend.”

Parent, Facebook review
★★★★★

“My eldest came on leaps and bounds and now my middle daughter is here and just loves it. The teachers listen to any problems and offer advice anytime, and the outside area is so much fun for them!”

Parent, Facebook review

Next break: Christmas holiday

Tue 22 Dec – Fri 1 Jan
Pre-school is closed for the break.

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Come and visit us

Give us a call or send a message to arrange a visit and see Little Panda's for yourself.