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Friendly Faces Nursery # Friendly Faces Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2021) · Methodist Chapel, Derby Street, Congleton, CW12 1HZ · Cheshire East Number of places 20 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2021 Local authority Cheshire East About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Friendly Faces Nursery Ltd, located in Congleton, Cheshire, offers a welcoming and inclusive early years environment where children are encouraged to make choices and begin their educational journey in a safe and supportive setting. The nursery prioritises high-quality care and education, delivered by a dedicated team of fully trained staff who are all paediatric first-aid certified. Friendly Faces is committed to promoting healthy habits from a young age, providing home-cooked meals with fresh, wholesome ingredients and free snacks, while avoiding added sugar and salt. Emphasising an eco-conscious approach, the nursery incorporates natural resources for exploration, engages children in forest skills, and organises outdoor activities and trips within the community. Beyond childcare, Friendly Faces extends its support to families through a toys, clothes, and food bank, alongside offering home learning and adult education opportunities for parents. With flexible sessions available Monday to Friday, the nursery aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating start in life for every child. Our ethos Friendly Faces Nursery offers a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages children to make choices. Their eco-conscious approach is evident in their use of natural resources, forest skills, and outdoor activities. They are committed to providing high-quality care and education, promoting healthy habits, and supporting families through various initiatives. What it's like The nursery operates from a church hall and has a cosy, homely feel. Children of all ages share the same hall, with young babies having a dedicated, divided space. This allows babies, many born during periods of isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, to have a greater range of social interactions with older babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. Eco-conscious nursery Home-cooked meals Community focused Inclusive provision for SEND children Adult education opportunities for parents ## Pricing & funding Fees exclude meals which are billed separately per meal. Healthy snacks are provided on a complimentary basis throughout the day. - Meal price £2.50 / meal Good to know - Meals are charged additionally. - Complimentary healthy snacks are provided throughout the day. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Friendly Faces Nursery Inspection date Oct 2021 Inspection no. 10210025 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177011)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590840) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://friendlyfacesnursery.co.uk) Methodist Chapel, Derby Street, Congleton, CW12 1HZ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.21494/53.16738/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Congleton - [Day nurseries in Congleton](/search?q=Congleton) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=friendly-faces-nursery-cw12-1hz-2590840) ## Key facts Session types Morning sessions: 7:30am – 12:30pm, Afternoon sessions: 1pm – 6pm Food Home-cooked meals and free snacks provided. Packed lunches are permitted subject to allergy regulations. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Friendly Faces Nursery Last inspected 22 October 2021 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 The nursery operates from a church hall and has a cosy, homely feel. Children of all ages share the same hall, with young babies having a dedicated, divided space. This allows babies, many born during periods of isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, to have a greater range of social interactions with older babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. Inspector highlights - The manager is passionate about links between the nursery and local community, with older children caring for a community garden. - The manager plans a curriculum based on children's interests and themes, using regular assessments to identify next steps. - Staff regularly share books and use familiar songs to support communication and language development. - The manager understands how to access early help from other professionals for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - The manager has a clear understanding of how to promote positive behaviour and support children's emotional well-being. Areas to develop - 1 review how large group activities and free-play sessions can be adapted to more precisely meet the learning needs of less-able children - 2 develop the arrangements for the supervision of staff to help them to improve their teaching skills even further. Inspection #10210025 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50177011) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager understands how to access early help from a range of other professionals for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The curriculum is adapted to provide activities which meet the specific learning targets for children with SEND. For example, staff use traffic-light colours to communicate stop and go instructions. Clear routines support all children including those with SEND to understand nursery expectations. Outdoor space The report mentions that older children work as a team to care for their community garden and learn about the life cycle of plants. Inspection history Most recent inspection 22 October 2021 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/50177011) ## Frequently asked about Friendly Faces Nursery ### Does Friendly Faces Nursery take babies? ### How is SEND supported at Friendly Faces Nursery? ### What part of the country is Friendly Faces Nursery in? ### How did Friendly Faces Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What are the fees at Friendly Faces Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Congleton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Friendly Faces Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Cherubs and Imps Day Nursery Congleton · CW12 1JY ](/nursery/cherubs-and-imps-day-nursery-cw12-1jy-ey451470) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Nursery Congleton · CW12 4BA 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-nursery-cw12-4ba-2516417) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Kids Planet Congleton Congleton · CW12 4AB ](/nursery/kids-planet-congleton-cw12-4ab-ey559319) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Corner House Nursery Astbury Congleton · CW12 3AY ](/nursery/corner-house-nursery-astbury-cw12-3ay-ey501263) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Bee Curious Childcare Congleton · CW12 4RQ ](/nursery/bee-curious-childcare-cw12-4rq-2771677) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### MASK (Mossley After School Club) Congleton · CW12 3HX 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/mask-mossley-after-school-club-ltd-cw12-3hx-ey251110) [See all nurseries in Congleton →](/search?q=Congleton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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