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Care Chiefs Highfield Hall

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
·Highfield Hall Farm, Highfield Road, Bolton, BL4 0AW · Bolton
Number of places
33 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Bolton

About this day nursery

Care Chiefs Children's Nursery offers a welcoming and stimulating environment where children from birth to school age can flourish. The nursery prioritises each child's happiness and developmental journey, focusing on early learning through engaging activities that foster communication, language, physical, and cognitive skills.

They emphasise the development of social skills, providing a safe space for children to learn sharing and cooperation, which lays a foundation for positive relationships. Health and well-being are key, with nutritious meals prepared by their chef using fresh, local ingredients, and ample opportunities for physical activity.

The nursery boasts a wonderful outdoor area, encouraging children to explore nature and develop their physical abilities. A team of qualified, experienced, and passionate staff is dedicated to delivering excellent childcare.

Care Chiefs aims to provide every child with the best possible start in life, and parents are invited to tour the facilities and have their questions answered.

What it's like

Children are happy and enjoy the time they spend at this friendly and caring nursery. They benefit from exciting learning opportunities, with a focus on outdoor play. Older children make Welsh cakes and later cook them on a campfire. Children are encouraged to be curious and explore environments set up to entice them.

Early learning and developmentSocial skill developmentHealth and wellbeing focusOutdoor playQualified and experienced staff

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around full week, full day, morning, or afternoon sessions, alongside out-of-school and holiday clubs. Additional hourly rates apply for extra hours. Government funding is accepted for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds, with optional daily charges for lunch and tea, and a voluntary weekly consumables fee.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Full week (5 days)£380.00 / week
  • Full day (07:00-18:00)£85.00 / day
  • AM session (07:00-12:00)£54.00 / session
  • PM session (13:00-18:00)£54.00 / session
  • Breakfast Club (07:00-09:00)£13.00 / day

Good to know

  • Offers full-week, full-day, morning, and afternoon sessions.
  • Out-of-school care includes breakfast, after-school, and holiday clubs.
  • Additional daily charges apply for lunch and tea.
  • Voluntary consumables fee is charged weekly.
  • Government funding is accepted for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds.

Key facts

Opening hours

Mon-Fri 07:00-18:00

Age range

From birth to school age

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2018

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Care Chiefs Highfield Hall

Last inspected 17 March 2022

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 happy and enjoy the time they spend at this friendly and caring nursery. They benefit from exciting learning opportunities, with a focus on outdoor play. Older children make Welsh cakes and later cook them on a campfire. Children are encouraged to be curious and explore environments set up to entice them.

Inspector highlights

  • Children benefit from exciting learning opportunities, with a focus on outdoor play.
  • Children are kind and friendly, and show positive attitudes towards their learning.
  • Staff provide children with unique learning experiences that develop their knowledge of different communities and cultures.
  • Children listen attentively to stories and enjoy selecting their favourites.
  • Children's behaviour is very good; they take turns during play and are respectful of each other and staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen professional development opportunities for staff in the toddler room to help them support children to achieve aspirational next steps in their learning.
Inspection #10190074 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say that management are helpful and approachable.

Parents say that their children are happy and are prepared for the next stages in their learning and are prepared for school.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager and staff have high expectations for all children. They work closely with parents and other professionals to support those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff tailor learning to ensure the education and care children receive supports them to make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children explore the vast outdoor space where they enjoy climbing, painting and playing with farm animals. This helps children expand their imagination and make good progress with their large-muscle skills. Older children make Welsh cakes and later cook them on a campfire.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

17 March 2022

Good

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

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