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AKS Baby & Toddler Room

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Mar 2023)
·AKS Nursery & Preparatory School, King Edward Avenue, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1DR · Lancashire
Number of places
17 places
Age range
0–2 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

AKS Lytham is an independent, co-educational institution situated in Lytham St Annes, catering to children from nursery age through to Sixth Form. The school prides itself on fostering academic success within a supportive and nurturing environment, offering a tailored approach to meet diverse student needs.

Located on the Fylde Coast, it serves families from surrounding areas including Blackpool and Preston, with dedicated transport routes facilitating access. Admissions are welcomed at any point during the academic year, not just at standard transition stages, and prospective families are encouraged to tour the facilities.

The school provides various entry points across its Nursery, Prep School, Senior School, and Sixth Form, and offers financial assistance through bursaries and scholarships to support families. AKS Lytham places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and safeguarding, with dedicated leads and anonymous reporting services available.

What it's like

Children flourish in a friendly, engaging environment where staff sensitively respond to babies' gestures and encourage exploration. Staff have high expectations, promote resilience and independence, and model kind, courteous behaviour while sharing stories and songs with the children.

Independent SchoolCo-educationalFinancial Support AvailableStrong Safeguarding

Pricing & funding

School fees cover textbooks and stationery, but exclude extras such as public exams and extra subjects. Compulsory lunch fees apply to the Prep School, while remaining optional for the Senior School. A sibling discount is available, and the nursery accepts early education grants and childcare vouchers.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
  • Baby Room Full Day (8.00am to 6.00pm)£74.00 / day
  • Over 2's and Pre-School Full Day (8.00am to 6.00pm)£68.75 / day
  • Over 2's and Pre-School Morning Session (8.00am to 1.00pm)£40.50 / session
  • Over 2's and Pre-School Afternoon Session (1.00pm to 6.00pm)£36.75 / session
  • Preparatory School Termly Tuition Fee£4416.00 / term

Good to know

  • Fees include textbooks and stationery but exclude extra subjects and public examinations.
  • Lunch is a compulsory additional charge in the Prep School and an optional extra in the Senior School.
  • A 10% sibling discount is available.
  • Early Education Grants are accepted for three- and four-year old children.
  • Participates in childcare voucher schemes including Busy Bees and Care-4.
  • Outings and sports tours may incur additional charges.

Key facts

Opening hours

Open each weekday, throughout the year, from 8am to 6pm.

Age range

0-18 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for AKS Baby & Toddler Room

Last inspected 21 March 2023 · Michelle Highcock

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children flourish in a friendly, engaging environment where staff sensitively respond to babies' gestures and encourage exploration. Staff have high expectations, promote resilience and independence, and model kind, courteous behaviour while sharing stories and songs with the children.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders implement a high-quality curriculum with measurable targets that build on children's development.
  • Staff interactions are exemplary, prioritising communication and language development.
  • Leaders swiftly identify and address gaps or delays in development, helping all children make exceptional progress.
  • Children eat freshly prepared, nutritious meals and routines support health and well-being.
  • Children develop independence, resilience and respect for their community through walks and celebrations.
Inspection #10276067 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders scrutinise assessment data to identify gaps or delays in children's development and swiftly address these to ensure all children make exceptional progress.

Outdoor space

Staff take children on walks to the beach and the nearby lake to explore nature and seasonal change; older babies navigate obstacles and climbing equipment to develop physical skills.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

21 March 2023

Outstanding

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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