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[North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Atherton Pre-School Day Care # Atherton Pre-School Day Care Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Hag Fold, Dorset Road, MANCHESTER, M46 9PT · Wigan Number of places 52 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 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 Atherton Pre-School Day Care, situated within the Community Centre on Dorset Road, Atherton, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. The nursery focuses on personalised attention and a warm atmosphere, supporting children's developmental journey and preparing them for their future educational steps. With a history stretching back to 1966 as a playgroup, the pre-school has evolved while maintaining its commitment to meeting the individual needs of children and their families. Their provision includes both funded and non-funded sessions, accommodating 15 and 30-hour government schemes. The setting is organised into two distinct rooms, the Sunbeams Room and the Pre-School Room, both adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. A keyworker system ensures that each child receives tailored support, fostering open communication with parents and addressing individual needs, including developmental progress and transitions to school. The nursery also champions good oral health through various activities and discussions. Having been rated "GOOD" in their latest Ofsted inspection in June 2025, Atherton Pre-School Day Care prides itself on its experienced and well-trained staff dedicated to supporting children's holistic development. Our ethos Atherton Pre-School Day Care Limited adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, employing a keyworker system to ensure each child receives tailored support and their individual needs are met. They are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children's holistic development and prepares them for future educational steps. What it's like Children arrive at the pre-school happy and settled. Staff's warm smiles and positive attitudes help to create a welcoming environment. Children are eager to come into the pre-school and confidently explore their surroundings. Supportive Environment Experienced Staff EYFS Curriculum Funded Sessions Available ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.athertonpreschool.com/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, with options for 8am drop-off and care until 5pm. Food Children bring packed lunch for full-day, snacks (toast, fruit, milk, water) provided. Age range 2 to 4 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Session types funded, non-funded Established 2012 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Atherton Pre-School Day Care Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10398046 Lead inspector Jade Patten Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281280)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY448674) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://www.athertonpreschool.com) Hag Fold, Dorset Road, MANCHESTER, M46 9PT [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.49556/53.53281/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near MANCHESTER - [Day nurseries in MANCHESTER](/search?q=MANCHESTER) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=atherton-pre-school-day-care-limited-m46-9pt-ey448674) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Atherton Pre-School Day Care Last inspected 3 June 2025 · Jade Patten 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 Children arrive at the pre-school happy and settled. Staff's warm smiles and positive attitudes help to create a welcoming environment. Children are eager to come into the pre-school and confidently explore their surroundings. Inspector highlights - Children arrive at the pre-school happy and settled. - Leaders and staff plan an ambitious curriculum with a focus on encouraging children to become independent and confident communicators. - Staff support children to lead healthy lifestyles and provide nutritious and healthy snacks. - Staff's training supports their teaching skills and helps all children to progress. - Children learn important skills for the next stage of their development, fostering high levels of independence. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the curriculum for mathematics in order to help children to build a secure knowledge of early mathematical skills - 2 enhance the support and ideas given to parents for children's learning at home, to extend children's development further. Inspection #10398046 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281280) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders ensure that staff have the training to support their teaching skills and help all children to progress. Training is targeted to support the needs of the children in the pre-school. For example, some staff have completed training to support children with managing their emotions. Outdoor space Children enjoy lots of opportunities to balance on low-level equipment and regularly access the large outdoor environment. These opportunities support children's physical development. EAL / language support Staff consistently build on what they already know to support children who speak English as an additional language. The pre-school provides a range of books to build on children's use of English. Staff create special books with important key words in children's home languages. ## Parent Reviews of Atherton Pre-School Day Care 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXba8GiweqdRiEuJKFGorlJyRokSHZ60iee8JYzuu3zr-RzTtP4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Daria Zamęcka 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtaWU3Wnp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487b07e4608d2769:0x818bcdb9c8b5f17e) Reviews from Google for Atherton Pre-School Day Care. 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