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Gelston Manor Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
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5.0(6 parent reviews)
·Gelston, Dawson Lane, Chorley, PR6 7DT · Lancashire
Number of places
88 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

Gelston Manor Day Nursery, a childcare setting on non-domestic premises, provides a welcoming environment for children aged 0-5 years. Open all year round, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, excluding bank holidays and Christmas, the nursery offers a comprehensive range of learning experiences.

Established in 2014, the nursery received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 13th July 2023. Children actively engage in dance and French lessons, as well as outdoor play in a wooded area, where they enjoy running and imaginative games like pretending to sail.

Staff at Gelston Manor are adept at understanding each child's individual needs, tailoring activities to support their development and using additional funding effectively to narrow any learning gaps. The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) works collaboratively with staff and leaders to ensure all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), receive appropriate support.

Parents consistently commend the staff for their dedication, noting that they go "above and beyond" to understand children's interests. Children who attend Gelston Manor Day Nursery are described as calm, settled, and eager to interact with the kind, caring, and respectful staff, demonstrating good progress in all aspects of their learning.

What it's like

Children embrace the range of learning experiences on offer at this nursery, including dance and French lessons, and outdoor play in the wooded area. They make good progress in all aspects of their learning, demonstrating engagement and making links in their understanding. Children are calm, settled, and eager to interact with the kind, caring, and respectful staff, understanding routines and rules well.

Good Ofsted rating0-5 yearsAll-year provisionSEND supportOutdoor learningEngaging activities

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Gelston Manor Day Nursery

Last inspected 13 July 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 embrace the range of learning experiences on offer at this nursery, including dance and French lessons, and outdoor play in the wooded area. They make good progress in all aspects of their learning, demonstrating engagement and making links in their understanding. Children are calm, settled, and eager to interact with the kind, caring, and respectful staff, understanding routines and rules well.

Inspector highlights

  • Children embrace a range of learning experiences and make good progress.
  • Staff understand children's individual needs and use funding to support their development.
  • Positive partnerships with parents ensure they are informed and involved in their child's learning.
  • Children's communication skills are developing well through exposure to rich language.
  • Children have many opportunities for physical development and learn about healthy lifestyle choices.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen staff's understanding of how to promote children's curiosity and engagement in adult-led activities by giving them time to think and extend their own ideas.
Inspection #10298941 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents say that staff go 'above and beyond' to find out about their children's interests.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff know children well and consider their individual needs when planning activities to ensure that they target children's next steps. Staff and leaders work collaboratively when planning how to use additional funding to support children's individual needs. For example, they purchase resources to help narrow any gaps in children's development and enhance their learning experiences. The individual needs of all children are met and understood. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children giggle as they run from tree to tree in the wooded area and pretend to be sailing in a boat. Children enjoy long periods of time outdoors, where they benefit from fresh air and exercise. They notice their heart rate increasing after running and talk about the importance of drinking water.

Parent Reviews of Gelston Manor Day Nursery

5.0
(6)
Kayliegh Langton
a year ago

We are so impressed and grateful for all that the staff do, day in and day out for our son. They well and truly go above and beyond at all times. Our son has been at Gelston since turning 1 so we have experienced the baby room (bunnies), toddler room (owlets) and now preschool (owls). At each age, I couldn't say enough positives about the staff, and their care, passion and knowledge within their roles - at all levels. A special shout-out has to go to three members of staff in particular, our son's key workers, they are incredible members of staff who have made the nursery journey seamless and enjoyable at all times. And of course, this wouldn't be possible without the outstanding management. We are also incredibly grateful for the time and effort that goes into updating the communication app daily - this gets us through the day. Thank you. We couldn't recommend Gelston enough.

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Adele Jones
5 years ago

Gelston Manor has been a huge part of our family for over 4 years. We have entrusted the staff with the care of both of our children from being babies, a decision that is never easy for parents but we immediately felt that this was the perfect place for them to grow and learn. Fantastic outdoor space that you really won't find anywhere else. A curiosity approach style of learning and development, in a beautiful setting. Take a look, you won't regret it ☺️

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Nilesh Patel
5 years ago

Our son recently joined Gelston Manor Day Nursery and has loved every moment. The staff are extremely friendly and the nursery is set in an amazing location with great space for outdoor activities for the children. A truly great place for children and their development!

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Katerina Tsioli
5 years ago

Amazing nursery inside and out!! Staff are all amazing with children and proof is that they almost cry when they leave, fresh cooked food everyday respecting a child’s balanced diet! Endless outdoor activities which means children feel they’re in an adventure every single day rather than an artificial restricted back yard like seen in so many other nurseries. Also, great emphasis on natural materials for toys and creative playing aligned more with Montessori methods. This is the best nursery we could have chosen for our twins!!!!We’re so lucky and can’t recommend them enough to friends!!!

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Steph Lillie
5 years ago

Highly recommended, amazing key workers, homemade food, beautiful rennovated nursery rooms and an amazing outside play space. We looked at many nurseries in the area, but when we viewed Gelston we knew immediately it was the right place for us. Our little one has settled in well in his first week with no tears at drop offs and by day two babbling away and loving his time at nursery. Our key worker tells us all about his day, sends us photos and works with us to try new foods, experiences and share his progress. We are looking forward to seeing him developer further and make friends for life along the way. The nursery managers also share useful links of funs things to do at home, receipes etc which is really useful especially throughout lockdown.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2016

  • July 2023Good
  • April 2019Good
  • January 2016Good

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