Best childcare providers in Warrington revealed

Education watchdogs carry out routine inspections for nurseries and pre-schools across the country, following a strict grading system.

This ranges from grade 1, Outstanding, being the best to grade 4, Inadequate, being the worst.

Below is a list of childcare providers that have been awarded by Ofsted with the highest overall rating of Outstanding.

Inspection dates range from 2019-2023.

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited, Lymm – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: February 21, 2020

The report begins: “Children and families are at the heart of absolutely everything that this inspirational nursery provides.

“Children are warmly greeted by friendly and highly motivated staff, who are eager to ensure that children make the most of their time at nursery. There is an infectious 'buzz' about the nursery.”

Little Angels Daycare Warrington Ltd – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: June 9, 2021

The report begins: “Children exhibit high levels of contentment when they arrive at this exceptionally welcoming setting.

“Children re-enact a recent trip on a train, designing and building their own giant train, writing out tickets and counting passengers aboard. They are deeply engaged in their self-chosen play and eloquently recall favourite events.”

The Rosebank Centre Limited – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: January 8, 2019

The report begins: “The well-qualified and experienced management team is truly inspirational. It is passionate and driven to provide only the highest possible standards in care and education. A culture of highly reflective practice is deeply embedded within the whole staff team.”

The Cheshire Day Nursery Limited Latchford – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: March 17, 2022

The report begins: “Children's unmistakeable sense of security enables them to take the ups and downs of a busy nursery day in their stride. Children feel safe because staff present routines and activities in a consistent and positive way.

“They make excellent progress because staff know that every detail of the environment and their teaching is important.”

Cheshire Day Nursery Limited @ Guardian Street - 'Outstanding'

Date of inspection: April 18, 2023

The report begins: "Children's unmistakeable sense of security enables them to take the ups and downs of a busy nursery day in their stride. Children feel safe because staff present routines and activities in a consistent and positive way.

"They make excellent progress because staff know every detail of the environment and their teaching is important. This is particularly evident in the continuity between rooms."

Cottontails Pre-School at St Philips – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: October 7, 2022

The report begins: “Children flourish and make superb progress at this warm and welcoming nursery. Staff and leaders are extremely responsive towards the children's needs and help them to feel safe and secure in their environment.

“Children are incredibly motivated in their learning and show a remarkable interest in both their own choices of activities and those that are adult-led.”

Culcheth Day Nursery – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: March 3, 2019

The report begins: “Children are extremely confident, self-assured and highly motivated to learn. They make individual choices in their play and continually extend their own learning. Children concentrate exceptionally well on their chosen activities and become fully absorbed as they explore and investigate the wonderful experiences provided by staff.”

The Cheshire Day Nursery, Winwick – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: March 19, 2023

The report begins: “Children thrive in this wholly inclusive setting, where their unique needs are warmly celebrated. All children demonstrate exceptionally positive attitudes to learning and are deeply engaged in activities of their choosing.”

Kids Planet Warrington, Legh Street – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: November 16, 2022

The report begins: “Children demonstrate extremely high levels of motivation when they arrive at the safe, nurturing, and extremely well-resourced environment. They quickly become engrossed in the stimulating and carefully planned experiences. Children make excellent progress in their all-round development.”

St Matthews Pre-School, Stretton – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: February 26, 2019

The report begins: “Staff establish very positive partnerships with parents and keep them extremely well informed about their children's learning from the outset. For example, parents attend settling-in meetings to ensure their child's starting points in development are accurate. Parents routinely share children's experiences from home.”

The Village Pre-School (Gorse Covert) – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: June 14, 2022

The report begins: “Children are extremely happy and eager to learn. They show exceptional levels of independence, which is modelled by a highly skilled staff team. Each aspect of the setting's routine provides children with opportunities to learn. As a result, children gain lots of new skills and their behaviour is exemplary.”

Kids Planet, Stretton – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: June 21, 2022

The report begins: “Children arrive extremely excited and ready to learn at this fun and inclusive nursery. They are highly confident, sociable and friendly, their emotional well-being is exceptionally strong. Staff nurture this through the strong bonds they form with children, who they know extremely well.”

Little Treasures Nursery Limited – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: October 11, 2023

The report begins: “Children learn in a calm, nurturing, home-from-home environment. They feel safe and secure in the care of the long-serving, dedicated and professional staff. Children happily enter the setting and separate with confidence from their parents.

“They form strong bonds with staff, who treat them with the utmost kindness and respect.”

Holly Grange Montessori Nursery (Lymm) Limited – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: November 20, 2019

The report begins: “Children are eager to be involved and develop extremely positive attitudes to their learning. The leadership team and staff have developed an inspiring curriculum. Children benefit from an extensive range of engaging and stimulating experiences which support their development.”

Nest In The Woods Community Interest Company, Grappenhall – ‘Outstanding’

Date of inspection: July 26, 2022

The report begins: “Children relish having access to a natural outdoor learning environment within the forest school. Expert staff deliver exciting experiences that some children may not experience anywhere else. Children show high levels of confidence and resilience, with a motivation to learn new skills.”