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General Day Nursery & After School # General Day Nursery & After School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2024) · 42-50 Sherdley Road, St. Helens, WA9 5AB · St Helens Number of places 96 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Dec 2024 Local authority St Helens About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery General Day Nursery, located in St Helens, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5. Established in 1996, the nursery aims to be a 'home away from home,' fostering curiosity, skill development, and confidence through play-based learning. They offer age-appropriate rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, ensuring comfort and support at every stage. The nursery emphasises strong parent partnerships, offering an open-door policy, stay-and-play sessions, and regular parents' evenings. Their dedicated and experienced staff lead a child-led curriculum that sparks creativity and allows children to develop at their own pace. ' Meals are prepared on-site, catering to various dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and halal options. Beyond day care, the nursery also runs a Holiday Club for school-aged children, providing engaging activities, sports, and themed adventures. General Day Nursery prides itself on its family-like atmosphere, where children feel valued and secure. Our ethos At General Day Nursery, we pride ourselves on creating a homely, welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued. Our ethos is simple: we want children to feel safe, happy, and inspired to explore their potential. We know that children thrive in a space where they feel supported, which is why we focus on building strong relationships with both children and their families. Many of our families return to us with younger siblings because they trust us to provide consistent, high-quality care. What it's like Children's happiness and well-being are at the heart of all practice in this friendly nursery. Staff ensure children are safe both in the nursery and on their many trips in the local area. A strong key-person system enables good communication with parents. Play-based learning Experienced staff Family-focused approach Holiday Club ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.generaldaynursery.com/contact-us) ## Key facts Food Healthy, balanced meals prepared on-site, catering to vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, and weaning diets. Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day, half day, school day ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of General Day Nursery & After School Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10364027 Lead inspector Natalie Myatt Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266209)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/315420) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=general-day-nursery-after-school-wa9-5ab-315420) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for General Day Nursery & After School Last inspected 3 December 2024 · Natalie Myatt 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's happiness and well-being are at the heart of all practice in this friendly nursery. Staff ensure children are safe both in the nursery and on their many trips in the local area. A strong key-person system enables good communication with parents. Inspector highlights - Children's happiness and well-being are at the heart of all practice. - Children form friendships with residents of the local care home. - Staff have high ambitions for every child and ensure they have what they need to learn. - Staff weave opportunities for learning into real-life experiences, such as developing language skills through stories and social skills at the supermarket. - The curriculum is enriched with experiences that promote children's cultural capital. Areas to develop - 1 focus training more precisely to support staff to be clear about the learning intentions of planned activities for children - 2 embed planned strategies to enable children to understand and manage their emotions in order to support positive behaviour. Inspection #10364027 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266209) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders are passionate about providing inclusive care and ensuring that all children's needs are met. Children are taught different strategies to communicate, such as using Makaton and pictorials. This ensures all children make good progress and feel confident in their learning. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Staff provide opportunities for children to learn through play as children set up camp under the trees. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - December 2024 Good - January 2019 Good - September 2015 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about General Day Nursery & After School ### What is General Day Nursery & After School's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information on fees for General Day Nursery & After School? ### Does General Day Nursery & After School offer much outdoor play? ### What age children does General Day Nursery & After School care for? ### How long has General Day Nursery & After School been operating? ### Does General Day Nursery & After School provide meals for children? ### What educational approaches does General Day Nursery & After School use? ### How can I contact General Day Nursery & After School? ## About the setting The General Day Nursery & After School registered in 1995. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, with the exception of one week at Christmas and bank holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery provides government funded early education for children aged from 9 months. A holiday school provision for older children is also offered. 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