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Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale) # Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 1 Inskip, SKELMERSDALE, WN8 6JT · Lancashire Number of places 43 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Lancashire 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 Giggles Day Nursery in Skelmersdale is dedicated to fostering a stimulating and secure educational atmosphere where young children can develop and thrive. The nursery caters to different age groups, from babies as young as 6 months to pre-schoolers up to 4 years old, preparing them for their eventual transition to school. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on both prime and specific areas of learning through a variety of engaging activities and continuous provision. The curriculum is enriched by a set of ten core values, including self-regulation, positive relationships, and school readiness, all aimed at nurturing confident and independent learners. The nursery also emphasises the importance of play in developing imagination, problem-solving skills, and dreaming. The facility is well-equipped with dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, offering age-appropriate environments and daily access to an outdoor area for enhanced learning experiences. Giggles Day Nursery provides meals and snacks, accommodating dietary needs, and works closely with parents to maintain home routines and support developmental milestones like toilet training. The experienced and highly qualified staff, including Early Years Teachers with leadership qualifications, are committed to continuous professional development and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children through regular assessments and adherence to legal welfare requirements. Our ethos Giggles Day Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on prime and specific areas of learning through engaging activities. They are committed to ten core values, including self-regulation, positive relationships, and school readiness, aiming to nurture confident and independent learners. They believe in the importance of play for developing imagination, problem-solving, and dreaming. What it's like Children feel safe and secure, happily exploring activities and demonstrating good attitudes towards learning. Staff effectively support children's independence and communication skills through various activities and repetitive language, helping them to develop confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum has been adjusted post-COVID-19 to focus on communication and language development. EYFS Curriculum Highly Qualified Staff Play-Based Learning School Readiness Focus ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured into age bands for children aged 0-2 years and 2-4 years. Parents can book full days, morning or afternoon sessions, or full weeks, with extra hours billed at an hourly rate. All fees are inclusive of meals and snacks. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees include all meals and snacks. - Hourly rates are available upon discussion with the manager. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale) Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10236644 Lead inspector Katie Bonney Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202048)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY488018) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://www.gigglesdaynursery.com/) 1 Inskip, SKELMERSDALE, WN8 6JT [© 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#/-2.77926/53.55643/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near SKELMERSDALE - [Day nurseries in SKELMERSDALE](/search?q=SKELMERSDALE) - [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=giggles-day-nursery-skelmersdale-ltd-wn8-6jt-ey488018) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and a week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Session types Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session, Full week Food All meals and snacks provided; parents to provide formula milk, nappies, and baby wipes for younger babies. Age range 6 months - 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2015 Waitlist Unknown Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale) Last inspected 8 November 2022 · Katie Bonney 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 feel safe and secure, happily exploring activities and demonstrating good attitudes towards learning. Staff effectively support children's independence and communication skills through various activities and repetitive language, helping them to develop confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum has been adjusted post-COVID-19 to focus on communication and language development. Inspector highlights - Staff know the children well and use assessment effectively to support individual progress. - Children have many opportunities for fine motor skill development. - Children enjoy fresh air and exercise outdoors, developing large-muscle skills. - The special educational needs coordinator supports staff and works with parents and agencies to ensure children with SEND make good progress. - Partnership with parents is good, and parents receive regular updates on their child's development. Areas to develop - 1 routinely check staff understanding and implementation of key policies and procedures to further support the consistent and smooth running of the setting - 2 focus the supervision of staff more precisely on raising the quality of teaching to the highest level Inspection #10236644 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202048) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator supports staff in identifying children who may need extra support with their learning and development. Together, they work with parents and outside agencies to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities have the support they require to make continued good progress. Outdoor space Children enjoy fresh air and exercise as they play outside. There are plenty of opportunities for all children, including babies, to practise and develop their large-muscle skills. For example, children are confident at climbing on the apparatus and negotiate space well as they pedal on bicycles and trikes. ## Parent Reviews of Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale) 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKR5yvwgXhl_848yqcnjOgwKGusu7TB98NWkvGqK6KsWpxoTA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sarah Wooding 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRdEpEd3BnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b10c10b425899:0x100b05b224b05f03) Reviews from Google for Giggles Day Nursery (Skelmersdale). 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