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ABC Castle Nursery # ABC Castle Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 95 Church Street, Leigh, WN7 1AZ · Wigan Number of places 51 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2025 Local authority Wigan About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery ABC Castle Nursery is a welcoming full-day care facility strategically located in the heart of the community. It is thoughtfully designed to provide a secure and stimulating environment where young children can delve into learning activities at their individual pace. The nursery prides itself on fostering a joyful educational journey through play, catering to a maximum of 51 children. The interior spaces are meticulously curated with engaging resources that encourage discovery and development. The nursery has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high standards in childcare. Families interested in experiencing the nurturing atmosphere of ABC Castle Nursery are encouraged to arrange a visit to explore the facilities and discuss availability. What it's like Staff greet children with a hug on their arrival. Children cannot contain their excitement to enter this caring and nurturing setting. Staff are good role models and provide children with clear expectations for their behaviour. Children show kindness towards others and they behave well. They show positive attitudes towards their learning and are inquisitive individuals. Good Ofsted rating Play-based learning Full day care ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday-Friday: 07:30 - 18:00 Age range Birth to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Sessional, Full Day Staff 12 Members Established 2014 Waitlist We currently have a waiting list. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for ABC Castle Nursery Last inspected 21 February 2025 · Luke Heaney Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff greet children with a hug on their arrival. Children cannot contain their excitement to enter this caring and nurturing setting. Staff are good role models and provide children with clear expectations for their behaviour. Children show kindness towards others and they behave well. They show positive attitudes towards their learning and are inquisitive individuals. Inspector highlights - The setting has been relentless in its pursuit to raise standards since the last Ofsted inspection. - Staff use research and their understanding of child development to plan an ambitious curriculum. - The setting gives high priority to children's personal, social and emotional development. - The setting gives staff's well-being high priority. - The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is excellent. Areas to develop - 1 teach children the correct pronunciation of words, to better support their communication and language skills - 2 refine the programme of professional development for staff, to help to strengthen their skills, practice and knowledge. Inspection #10352499 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50272067) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of ABC Castle Nursery Inspection date Feb 2025 Inspection no. 10352499 Lead inspector Luke Heaney Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50272067)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY476302) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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Staff ensure that children with SEND get the support that they need. Intervention plans are monitored with rigour and links with external professionals are rooted in mutual trust and respect. Gaps in learning close and children with SEND flourish. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of ABC Castle Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWU4i6wCpqgcm8IEp5AW4h1N1EzCwMwjqedFD2McGITyYVo-Pws=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) James Cowley 3 years ago We moved our son to this nursery after his previous provision was rated inadequate. The manager and staff have really worked hard to support our son in his transition and he now loves to attend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoaTl2aGp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487b07a85417276f:0x95eb60a96255abe1) Reviews from Google for ABC Castle Nursery. 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