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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Funtrain Day Nursery # Funtrain Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 rating Balanced curriculum Strong SEND support Focus on communication Develops early maths Positive parent feedback ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 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 - 1 support the staff to firmly embed the new curriculum so that they build on the learning opportunities provided to children - 2 encourage younger children to develop their independence skills. Inspection #10247956 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50216783) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Funtrain Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10247956 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50216783)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY310371) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=funtrain-day-nursery-ch41-6dl-ey310371) ## 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) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLdRZjVujpTRqeeeTzLTtsB9HHb3oO8RHj8ci6J9B5DiPoVVvk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Conor B 2 years ago Disgusting [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKeGRhMXNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b27270d3fefdf:0xc0fa0fd115ae154a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLXzx8jDsvOmuDshs6W--dpr0wm_OxPCiK5cl5WJvi82Nk-qw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cam Menz 8 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsT1ZGSnBZell3ZVVaV1JFRlpWblpvTm0wMGNXYxAB!2m1!1s0x487b27270d3fefdf:0xc0fa0fd115ae154a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK6WAYl_hswgoNqJ7evYsgqw45vdElnOo2opvqXi5GbZ_fR5Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) amanda lamb 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRczktVVRnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b27270d3fefdf:0xc0fa0fd115ae154a) Reviews from Google for Funtrain Day Nursery. 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