What is First Class Nursery's Ofsted rating?

First Class Nursery in Liverpool currently holds a 'Good' rating from its latest Ofsted inspection on August 6, 2025. This shows the nursery provides a good standard of care and education for children.

Where can I find information about fees for First Class Nursery?

First Class Nursery indicates that pricing information is available upon request. For specific details on fees and session costs, it's best to contact the nursery directly to discuss your requirements.

Does First Class Nursery offer funded hours?

The available information doesn't specify which funded hours First Class Nursery accepts. It's recommended to contact them directly to inquire about 15-hour, 30-hour, or any other funded childcare entitlements they may offer.

What age range does First Class Nursery cater for?

First Class Nursery provides care and education for children aged 2 to 4 years old. This age range allows for a tailored approach to early years development and learning, preparing children for their next steps.

How does First Class Nursery support children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND)?

First Class Nursery provides strong support for children with SEND, using "accurate assessments [to] identify any gaps in children's learning or any specific needs." They offer early help and multi-agency support when appropriate, ensuring all children's needs are met effectively. Children, including those with SEND, gain confidence in communicating and discovering new knowledge at the nursery.

What kind of outdoor play opportunities does First Class Nursery offer?

First Class Nursery provides many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills outdoors. Children at the setting "enjoy daily opportunities to explore the climbing wall, bicycle track and slide," which are great for active play and physical development.

What is the educational approach at First Class Nursery?

First Class Nursery is part of St. Thomas' Church of England Primary & Nursery School, which operates on strong Christian foundations with a vision to "Let your Light Shine." The curriculum, referred to as the 'Lighthouse Curriculum,' is described as "knowledge-based, rigorous, and progressive," aiming to broaden horizons and equip children with essential skills.

How involved are parents in their child's learning journey at First Class Nursery?

At First Class Nursery, parents and carers are actively involved in their child's education, with a secure and highly effective partnership. As one parent states, they "feel valued and part of their children's learning journey," as staff keep them updated and involve them in various nursery activities.

How can I contact First Class Nursery?

You can get in touch with First Class Nursery by calling them at 01515 319955, or by sending an email to contact@firstclassnurseryschool.co.uk. For more information, you can also visit their website at http://www.stthomaslydiate.co.uk/.

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First Class Nursery in Liverpool

Ofsted: Good

(Aug 2025)

·St Thomas C Of E Primary School, Kenyons Lane, Liverpool, L31 0BP · Sefton

Number of places

24 places

Age range

2–4 yrs

Last inspected

Aug 2025

Local authority

Sefton

About this day nursery

First Class Nursery is a day nursery in Liverpool, Sefton, providing care for children aged from two to four years. The setting operates all year round, from Monday to Friday, between 8am and 6pm. At its inspection in August 2025, Ofsted rated the day nursery 'Good' overall. The inspector found that children are happy, safe and eager to learn, making good progress from their individual starting points. Staff are noted for using children's interests to engage and motivate them in activities and experiences.

The organisation places a key focus on communication and language, with extra support available for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and for those who speak English as an additional language. Children have daily access to an outdoor area which includes a climbing wall, a bicycle track and a slide. Ofsted reported that partnerships with parents are secure and highly effective. To improve, the inspector suggested enhancing the curriculum for early mathematics and targeting professional development opportunities to further enhance staff's individual teaching skills.

Our ethos

St. Thomas’ is built on a Christian foundation; our vision statement inspires everything we do: 'Let your Light Shine' is rooted in the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:16. Our vision expresses our belief that every child is uniquely created and deeply valued. Our six core Christian values of Compassion, Thankfulness, Responsibility, Peace, Friendship and Respect help prepare children for their lives ahead.

What it's like

Children at First Class Nursery are happy, well cared for, and safe, supported by an enthusiastic and reassuring staff team. They are eager to learn and explore, with staff effectively using their interests to engage and motivate them. All children make good progress from their individual starting points.

Christian ethosLighthouse CurriculumCommunity-focused

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

School provides lunch (St. Thomas' Restaurant)

Opening hours

School year

Age range

Reception to Year 4

Term time / All Year

All Year

Staff

Unknown

Waitlist

Oversubscribed

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for First Class Nursery

Last inspected 6 August 2025 · Sandra Hamilton

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

Inspector highlights

Staff effectively use children's interests to engage and motivate them in activities and experiences, leading to good progress for all children.
Communication and language is a key focus, with staff encouraging a love of stories and rhyme and providing extra support for children with SEND or EAL.
Leaders are highly reflective and provide effective support for staff well-being, taking staff views into account when making changes.
Children are kind, friendly, and behave well, understanding daily routines and developing independence.
Partnership with parents and carers is secure and highly effective, with staff keeping parents updated and involving them in the nursery to teach children about occupations and different cultures.

Areas to develop

1enhance the curriculum for early mathematics so that children develop a secure understanding of a range of mathematical ideas and concepts
2target the professional development opportunities for all staff so that they may enhance their individual teaching skills

Inspection #10398861 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of First Class Nursery

Inspection date: Aug 2025
Inspection no.: 10398861
Lead inspector: Sandra Hamilton

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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What parents say

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Parents and carers state that they feel valued and part of their children's learning journey.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Accurate assessments identify any gaps in children's learning or any specific needs. Early help is provided for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and, if appropriate, multi-agency support. This helps to ensure the needs of all children are met effectively. Children, including those with SEND, gain confidence in communicating and discovering new knowledge.

Outdoor space

Staff plan many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. For example, children enjoy daily opportunities to explore the climbing wall, bicycle track and slide.

Inspection history

Date: February 2012

August 2025Good
November 2019Good
November 2015Good
February 2012Good

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About the setting

First Class Nursery registered in 2005. The nursery employs four members of childcare staff, with qualifications ranging from level 3 to level 6. It opens Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for one week at Christmas, and provides funded early education places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN: EY312979
Registered person: Maryvale Nursery Ltd
Day care type: Full day care
Register: Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type: Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating: Good

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Frequently asked about First Class Nursery

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