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Bumbles Maghull # Bumbles Maghull Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · 4.3 (7 parent reviews) · 31 Northway, Maghull, Liverpool, L31 7BG · Sefton Number of places 59 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Sefton 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 Bumbles Nursery, a family-operated establishment with multiple locations across Sefton and Liverpool, including Maghull, Aintree, Orrell Park, and Old Swan, is dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and education. The nursery prides itself on maintaining high standards, as evidenced by its 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating. With a long-standing team of highly qualified staff, Bumbles Nursery cultivates a nurturing, family-like environment, ensuring children feel happy, confident, and engaged. The curriculum is designed to support comprehensive learning, preparing children to transition smoothly to their next educational stages with strong social skills and self-assurance. Recognising the challenges parents face in selecting a nursery, Bumbles emphasises open communication to understand each child's individual needs and preferences. The nursery is committed to supporting children's holistic development, fostering an environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential. What it's like Children are warmly greeted by staff and settle in well. They form strong attachments with their key person and receive good support, which positively impacts their confidence, behaviour, and emotional well-being. Children are curious, active learners who work well together, show respect, and confidently explore their environment. Family-run business Ofsted Outstanding Multiple Liverpool locations Experienced, long-serving staff Comprehensive curriculum ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on full-day, full-time, and half-day sessions, with specific morning and afternoon rates. Fees are reviewed annually and include meals, snacks, and extra-curricular activities. Funded hours are stretched over 51 weeks of the year to provide equal monthly invoices, subject to an additional consumables charge. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Deposit £100 / session - Late Fee administration charge £10 / session - Late pickup fee (per 15 minutes) £10.00 / session - Maghull Full Day £71.00 / day - Maghull Full Time £338.00 / week See 16 more Good to know - A deposit is required to secure a place, which is non-refundable if the place is not taken. - Four weeks' written notice is required once a child's place has been taken up. - Late payment charges apply to outstanding balances not cleared by the 10th of the month. - Late collection fees are charged for every fifteen minutes a parent is late. - Funding is stretched over 51 weeks of the year to provide equal monthly invoices. - A discretionary consumables and additional services charge is applied to all funded sessions. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bumbles Maghull Inspection date Aug 2022 Inspection no. 10234782 Lead inspector Jayne Renshaw Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195236)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY280250) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bumbles-maghull-l31-7bg-ey280250) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm, all year round Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Day, Half Day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bumbles Maghull Last inspected 23 August 2022 · Jayne Renshaw 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 are warmly greeted by staff and settle in well. They form strong attachments with their key person and receive good support, which positively impacts their confidence, behaviour, and emotional well-being. Children are curious, active learners who work well together, show respect, and confidently explore their environment. Inspector highlights - Children form strong attachments with their key person. - The leaders and staff know the children well, and the curriculum is informed by their learning needs. - Children follow good health and hygiene routines, and those with food allergies are well supported. - Children have plenty of opportunities to be independent, promoting confidence and self-regulation. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well and make good progress. Areas to develop - 1 respond more effectively to children's spontaneous play that provides challenge and promotes learning and progress to the highest level - 2 enhance the professional development of staff that focuses on building knowledge and skills that raises teaching to the very highest level. Inspection #10234782 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195236) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very highly of the setting and comment on how approachable and friendly the staff are. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well and make good progress. The passionate special educational needs coordinator ensures that every child's need is advocated and supports parents with accessing information and resources. This ensures that children with SEND receive the best possible start through early identification processes and procedures. Outdoor space Children have access to a large outside area where they can develop their gross-motor movements, using bikes or climbing frames. They learn about the world around them by growing herbs in planters or hunting for minibeasts. ## Parent Reviews of Bumbles Maghull 4.3 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKi_ZIHR0C79hNbKLJqKUuTck1DTARgjFAloGA6OjewmWCKxA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alexander Jago 3 years ago Great nursery. My daughter has been there for 3 years and loves the staff and the other children. As a parent they are caring and accommodating to our needs. Would highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtLWJHbWNBEAE!2m1!1s0x487b22e6eb40b91d:0x38077431c87dd104) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI8LYtaQchoO1OT5OrQcnDuCfFOiNjpTuhoKD9efCVnC2cykw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) karin moncur a year ago My grandson loves it here and all the staff are lovely [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR2LUlmWGNREAE!2m1!1s0x487b22e6eb40b91d:0x38077431c87dd104) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJh2YvXZqcw4d0TqSJbdbhiaZReVHz_8i9cIB11jP-07haquw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Sarah-jayne Smith 8 years ago Really good with my daughter's allergies [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3cmVpTnZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b22e6eb40b91d:0x38077431c87dd104) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJMj-JU4inLSwGlYCZWEAAoS1tmWlIDeHFwEqy1G2W0wxSD6g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Danny Wardale 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLeU9YbmZREAE!2m1!1s0x487b22e6eb40b91d:0x38077431c87dd104) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKPqU_fYPFiSNrCCdy5tS-Aa6B2Z7FmeITpBWh9WTZqHhM6AA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Hayley Emsley 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRbHU3dXN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487b22e6eb40b91d:0x38077431c87dd104) Reviews from Google for Bumbles Maghull. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4037323348126847236&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2011 - August 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - January 2014 Good - July 2013 Good - November 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Bumbles Maghull ### How does Bumbles Maghull support children with SEND? ### Does Bumbles Maghull have an Ofsted rating? ### Whereabouts is Bumbles Maghull? ### Holiday club, half-term, or wraparound provision? ### What fees are published for Bumbles Maghull? ### What is known about the staff team at Bumbles Maghull? ### Which funded hours does Bumbles Maghull accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Liverpool Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bumbles Maghull. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Bright Days Liverpool · L31 6DE ](/nursery/bright-days-l31-6de-ey440928) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Acorns Liverpool · L31 3DT ](/nursery/little-acorns-l31-3dt-310440) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.0 mi ### Little Foxes Maghull Liverpool · L31 3EW 4.7(30 reviews) ](/nursery/little-foxes-maghull-ltd-l31-3ew-2749799) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### K8Z Cheeky Monkeyz Bootle · L30 7PT ](/nursery/k8z-cheeky-monkeyz-l30-7pt-ey459369) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Wind In The Willows Childcare (Sefton) Bootle · L30 5RH ](/nursery/wind-in-the-willows-childcare-sefton-l30-5rh-ey447151) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Bumbles Childrens Nursery Aintree Village Aintree Village · L10 8LE ](/nursery/bumbles-aintree-l10-8le-ey358544) [See all nurseries in Liverpool →](/search?q=Liverpool) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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