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Funtrain Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2023)
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3.7(3 parent reviews) ·9 and 9A Hamilton Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6DL · Wirral
Number of places
45 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2023
Local authority
Wirral

About this day nursery

Funtrain Day Nursery, established in 2005, operates from non-domestic premises in Birkenhead, offering a nurturing environment for children aged 1 to 4 years. Open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year, the nursery provides consistent care and learning opportunities.

The latest Ofsted inspection, on 4th April 2023, recognised the nursery as 'Good', highlighting the effective leadership and dedicated staff. Children at Funtrain Day Nursery are encouraged to enjoy their time, entering happily and engaging in a variety of play and learning experiences.

The manager and staff have implemented a balanced and sequenced curriculum, ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make sustained and steady progress. Staff demonstrate a strong understanding of individual needs, working closely with other professionals to provide continuous support and guidance for children with SEND.

Parents consistently praise the care and support their children receive, often remarking on the 'amazing progress' their children make in this inclusive setting. The nursery places a strong emphasis on developing children's communication and language skills, fostering a love of reading and introducing early mathematical concepts through engaging activities.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at the setting, entering happily and engaging in interesting play and learning. Staff provide a calm, warm, and welcoming environment where children feel safe. The manager and staff have implemented a more balanced curriculum, resulting in sustained progress for all children, including those with SEND.

Good Ofsted ratingBalanced curriculumStrong SEND supportFocus on communicationDevelops early mathsPositive parent feedback

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm.

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Funtrain Day Nursery

Last inspected 4 April 2023

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 enjoy their time at the setting, entering happily and engaging in interesting play and learning. Staff provide a calm, warm, and welcoming environment where children feel safe. The manager and staff have implemented a more balanced curriculum, resulting in sustained progress for all children, including those with SEND.

Inspector highlights

  • The setting is led by two highly committed managers who have implemented improved management systems and reorganised the learning environment.
  • Children are gaining new knowledge and skills that prepare them well for future learning.
  • There has been a strong emphasis on supporting children's communication and language skills, leading to confident language use.
  • Children develop a love of reading and early mathematical skills.
  • Children are cared for in an inclusive setting that celebrates their individuality, with effective support for children with SEND.

Areas to develop

  • 1support the staff to firmly embed the new curriculum so that they build on the learning opportunities provided to children
  • 2encourage younger children to develop their independence skills.
Inspection #10247956 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are complimentary about the care and support provided to their children.

They speak highly of the staff and are delighted with the 'amazing progress' their children have made.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager and staff have implemented a more balanced and sequenced curriculum. As a result, children, including those who are funded or with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make sustained and steady progress. Children with SEND are well supported because staff have a good understanding of their needs and work closely with other professionals to ensure continuous support and guidance.

Parent Reviews of Funtrain Day Nursery

3.7
(3)

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: October 2010

  • April 2023Good
  • June 2022Requires improvement
  • August 2016Good
  • January 2016Good
  • August 2015Inadequate
  • October 2010Good

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