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The nursery operates 51 weeks of the year, providing consistent childcare throughout most of the year." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Explorers Kirkby accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Kirkby accepts children aged 1 to 4 years old. The nursery provides care for children within this age range, fostering discovery and exploration." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Explorers Kirkby have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Explorers Kirkby provides daily access to outdoor space for children. They have plentiful opportunities for physical play, including riding scooters and climbing steps on a slide, allowing children to connect with nature." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Explorers Kirkby support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Kirkby provides very good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff identify individual needs, use various strategies like visual symbols, and effectively utilise funding to improve outcomes for children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Explorers Kirkby?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents find that Explorers Kirkby places children's needs at the centre of provision. Staff are skilled at helping new children settle, acting as positive role models who use consistent praise." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Explorers Kirkby or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Explorers Kirkby by phone at 01519 333596. More information about Explorers Kirkby can be found on their website, explorersnurseriesliverpool.co.uk. You can also arrange a visit through these channels." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Explorers Kirkby # Explorers Kirkby Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2025) · Broad Lane, Kirkby, Liverpool, L32 6QG · Knowsley Number of places 82 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2025 Local authority Knowsley About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Explorers Day Nursery in Kirkby, Liverpool, offers high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery focuses on fostering a love of discovery and exploration through a rich and engaging curriculum that combines traditional values with modern educational approaches. They emphasise individuality, creativity, and self-expression, with a strong focus on child-led learning within a safe, secure, and personalised setting. The nursery's philosophy is rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and aims to build a strong foundation in good manners, cultural diversity, knowledge, and social skills. They provide a diverse range of extra-curricular activities, including Makaton to develop early communication skills, and encourage extensive outdoor play for children to connect with nature. The dedicated team of experienced practitioners ensures individual attention and works closely with parents to support each child's development. Explorers Day Nursery also provides healthy, chef-prepared meals and flexible hours, aiming to make the transition to school as smooth as possible for children. Our ethos Explorers Kirkby's philosophy is rooted in the EYFS framework, emphasising individuality, creativity, and self-expression through a child-led learning approach. They aim to foster a love of discovery and exploration, building a foundation in social skills, cultural diversity, and knowledge, while encouraging outdoor play and communication skills through Makaton. What it's like Staff place children's needs at the centre of the provision and are skilled at helping new children to settle; they are positive role models who use consistent praise, which helps children develop high self-esteem and good behaviour. The curriculum is sequenced to build skills and prepares children well for school, and all children make good progress. EYFS curriculum Child-led learning Outdoor play Makaton communication Chef-prepared meals ## Pricing & funding 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://explorersnurseriesliverpool.co.uk) ## Key facts Food Healthy chef-prepared meals, accommodating dietary restrictions. Opening hours 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2023 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Explorers Kirkby Inspection date Apr 2025 Inspection no. 10382224 Lead inspector Elisia Lee Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276038)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748336) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=explorers-kirkby-l32-6qg-2748336) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Explorers Kirkby Last inspected 2 April 2025 · Elisia Lee 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 Staff place children's needs at the centre of the provision and are skilled at helping new children to settle; they are positive role models who use consistent praise, which helps children develop high self-esteem and good behaviour. The curriculum is sequenced to build skills and prepares children well for school, and all children make good progress. Inspector highlights - Staff place children's needs at the centre and help new children settle well. - Curriculum is sequenced so children build skills and are well prepared for school. - Children with SEND are supported very well with effective strategies and use of funding. - Children access the outdoors every day and have plentiful physical play opportunities. - Leaders are reflective and support staff development through training and supervision. Areas to develop - 1 provide opportunities for children to solve problems and develop their critical thinking skills - 2 strengthen parent partnerships further in order to promote consistent ways of supporting children's learning at home. Inspection #10382224 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276038) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well. Staff identify children's needs, use a range of strategies (including visual symbols), and use funding effectively to improve outcomes for children. Outdoor space Children access the outdoors every day and have lots of physical play, such as riding scooters and climbing steps on a slide. Inspection history Most recent inspection 2 April 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276038) ## Frequently asked about Explorers Kirkby ### Is Explorers Kirkby a good nursery? ### What is Explorers Kirkby's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Explorers Kirkby cost? ### Does Explorers Kirkby accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Explorers Kirkby take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Explorers Kirkby take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Explorers Kirkby's opening hours? ### What age range does Explorers Kirkby accept? ### Does Explorers Kirkby have outdoor space? ### How does Explorers Kirkby support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Explorers Kirkby? ### How do I contact Explorers Kirkby or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Liverpool Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Explorers Kirkby. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Kids In Bloom @ Southdene Childrens Centre Liverpool · L32 9PF ](/nursery/kids-in-bloom-southdene-childrens-centre-ltd-l32-9pf-2689265) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Tigers Tots Nursery Liverpool · L33 5YP 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/tigers-tots-nursery-l33-5yp-ey357150) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Bright Horizons Kirkby Day Nursery and Preschool Liverpool · L33 7ET ](/nursery/bright-horizons-kirkby-day-nursery-and-preschool-l33-7et-ey286889) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Bloom @ Kirkby Town centre Liverpool · L32 8RH ](/nursery/bloom-kirkby-town-centre-l32-8rh-2856847) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Kids In Bloom @ Northwood Childrens Centre Liverpool · L33 8XD ](/nursery/kids-in-bloom-northwood-childrens-centre-l33-8xd-ey428639) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Diddy Daycare Croxteth Liverpool · L11 0AY 4.9(14 reviews) ](/nursery/diddy-daycare-croxteth-l11-0ay-ey545170) [See all nurseries in Liverpool →](/search?q=Liverpool) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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