Opening hours
Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7am until 6pm.
Early Learners Nursery in Runcorn is a dedicated early years setting focused on providing a nurturing and enriching environment for children. The nursery is part of a larger group of childcare facilities, emphasising a consistent approach to early childhood education across its locations.
They aim to foster a love of learning through varied activities and experiences tailored to different age groups. The nursery prioritises healthy eating, ensuring children receive nutritious meals to support their growth and development.
They are committed to inclusivity, offering support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Parents are encouraged to engage with the nursery through various channels, and the facility actively supports families in navigating childcare costs and funding options.
Early Learners Nurseries are recognised for their quality, having received awards within the sector, reflecting their commitment to high standards in childcare and education.
What it's like
Children attend the setting with smiles on their faces. Staff work closely with parents to support individual children's needs, and as a result, they are content and settle quickly. Strong relationships are prioritised, and children demonstrate they feel secure and respected. They are developing their understanding of looking after living things and positive attitudes to learning through an ambitious and broad curriculum.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7am until 6pm.
Term time / All Year
All Year
Last inspected 16 August 2023
What it's like to attend
Children attend the setting with smiles on their faces. Staff work closely with parents to support individual children's needs, and as a result, they are content and settle quickly. Strong relationships are prioritised, and children demonstrate they feel secure and respected. They are developing their understanding of looking after living things and positive attitudes to learning through an ambitious and broad curriculum.
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Areas to develop
Inclusion & environment
The manager is knowledgeable in her role as the designated safeguarding lead and special educational needs coordinator. She has strong working relationships with other professionals, allowing her to share precise knowledge of children's individual needs to support their continuity of care. All children are making good progress, particularly children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Children help to grow fruit and vegetables in the outdoor area and enjoy eating these at mealtimes. Older children enjoy navigating the space using bicycles as they play a 'stop and go' game.
I removed my son from early Learners in May this year. Change of staff and manager has led to a very very upset child when being brought here. Tried a formal meeting with the manager, she is obnoxious and rude from the outset, and admitted after hearing our issues that she wouldn't bring her own kids here. After a really positive start to the year in Sep 24, the obvious change for us was the change in staff and manager. Constant use of agency staff leaves the children without continuity and routine which is normally crucial for young kids development. After speaking to some other current parents I now realise this is not an isolated incident, and I would not recommend this nursery.
Read on GoogleMy son has attended Early Learners Nursery since Feb 23. He started at 10months and we've already noticed a huge developmental leap with him. We've unfortunately had some issues with Oliver with his eating and weight, and all the staff at Early Learners have been incredible at working out the best steps for him. They keep us updated, and let us know if something isn't working so we can change things if needed. They really understand that every child is different, and work alongside the parents to ensure the children have the best possible experience. My son is always so happy to be dropped off in the mornings, and the staff are always pleasant and happy to have a chat with you. It really makes a difference. Special mention for Carole the nursery Manager - I've had many meetings with her but for the right reasons, and she is always extremely helpful. It is clear she is passionate about what she does, as are all the staff, and it's a wonderful nursery.
Read on GoogleThe staff are incredibly friendly and my children love going into nursery. My daughter had never really been away from me and even though she was upset when she first started going. The staff have made her time there amazing and now she doesn’t even look back when she walks through the doors. Couldn’t ask for a better nursery for my children to go to
Read on GoogleMy 2 little girls haven't been going to this nursery long but since starting there they haven't grown so much in confidence. The staff are so friendly and have made my girls and myself feel welcome and comfortable.
Read on GoogleI have visted here several times lately with my niece, whose two children attend 3 days a week. I attended a parent meeting with her yesterday and saw more of what I'd already realised at my earlier visits - a caring, intuitive, intelligent, alert staff - all working together to make this place a very pleasant, relaxed and cheerful, nurturing environment for these little ones. Meticulous attention applied to official guidelines, alongside a kind and patient attention to the feelings of every individual child. So refreshing to see. I wish this nursery had been near MY house when my children were small.
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Date: August 2018
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