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[North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Grange House Day Nursery # Grange House Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2021) · 5.0 (6 parent reviews) · Smithy Lane, Little Sutton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 3RP · Cheshire West and Chester Number of places 51 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2021 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester 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 Grange House Day Nursery, established in 2000, offers a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 0-5 years. 15 pm, the nursery provides a stimulating and happy learning experience. Children are encouraged to lead their own learning and make choices about their play, fostering independence from an early age. Staff, who are kind and caring, develop close bonds with the children, providing comfort and support as needed. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with older children actively involved in caring for a vegetable plot, proudly discussing their tomatoes and carrots. They also enjoy a range of sports and outdoor activities, where staff guide them on safely navigating climbing equipment. This focus on practical, hands-on experiences contributes to the children's impressive social skills and their understanding of healthy lifestyles. The curriculum is designed around children's interests, ensuring they are settled, confident, and emotionally prepared for learning. The nursery also fosters a love of books and stories through cosy reading areas and expressive storytelling by staff. Parents highly commend the nursery for its positive impact on their children's confidence and communication skills, acknowledging the safe, stimulating, and happy learning environment provided. What it's like Children enjoy their time at this warm and welcoming nursery, supported by kind and caring staff with whom they quickly develop close bonds. They are confident to lead their own learning and make choices about their play. Staff know the children well, fostering warm relationships and providing comfort when needed. Warm and welcoming Child-led learning encouraged Strong staff-child bonds Excellent outdoor activities Love of books fostered Focus on independence ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6.15pm. Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Grange House Day Nursery Inspection date Aug 2021 Inspection no. 10202547 Lead inspector Denise Farrington [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50169065)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/305075) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=grange-house-day-nursery-ch66-3rp-305075) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Grange House Day Nursery Last inspected 17 August 2021 · Denise Farrington 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 this warm and welcoming nursery, supported by kind and caring staff with whom they quickly develop close bonds. They are confident to lead their own learning and make choices about their play. Staff know the children well, fostering warm relationships and providing comfort when needed. Inspector highlights - Children are confident to lead their own learning and make choices about what they want to play or do. - Staff know the children well and develop warm and caring relationships with them. - Children are supported well to develop a love of books and stories. - Children are becoming independent learners. - The manager implements a wide range of recently reviewed policies and procedures effectively. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the monitoring of staff performance and focus even more precisely on identifying how individual staff may raise the quality of teaching to the highest level - 2 support staff to be more attentive to the needs of quieter, less-confident children in order to challenge children fully to develop their thinking and problem-solving skills as they play. Inspection #10202547 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50169065) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > providing a safe, stimulating and happy learning environment Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Older children demonstrate impressive social skills and eagerly discuss how they care for tomatoes and carrots in the nursery vegetable plot. They enjoy a range of sports and outdoor activities. Staff remind children of the importance of looking at their feet and stepping carefully as they ascend the climbing frame. ## Parent Reviews of Grange House Day Nursery 5.0 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocII7pQWSxrjOnv2LIzGOxuG--vlW3u0K1iwPitnpYsprCRPtg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Clare Bolton 5 years ago My Daughter started here when she was 2 and loved it! She came on leaps and bounds since she started and always wanted to go. She loved all the staff and children too. It’s a very friendly nursery with a lovely home feel, as soon as you walk in. The staff were always friendly and helpful. I’ve recommended this nursery to many people on social media. My Daughter is now 4 and starting big school in September. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDMGRlMG5BRRAB!2m1!1s0x487ade8e038805a7:0x794fa8c641e930d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKpnrtzLZiciWmuhCci6HO0K21cVl7-P-t9e_vSwx_lOksrBA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jessica Partington 6 years ago Amazing nursery!! All staff have great relationships with the children and parents. My little girl loves going and will come home and tell me all about her day. I love seeing my child’s progress on the online profile the girls do and staff plan for her Stage of development. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNja2E2YnVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487ade8e038805a7:0x794fa8c641e930d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVLTaur12Tbn8BnMaIreb0NxoASfJRRdeUvsTs8xu9YlzSOOi8bHA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Arron Buckley 6 years ago The is a fantastic nursery! They have done wonders for my little boy. They have helped bring him out of his shell and raised his confidence. They were amazing in working closely with us when potty training. They have a beautiful garden for the kids to play and explore in. The nursery entrance is very secure. The staff are so tentative and caring. My little boy will be so sad when he has to go to primary school. A million thanks to Sarah and Charlotte who really helped Ashley development!!! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNzNFp5MlR3EAE!2m1!1s0x487ade8e038805a7:0x794fa8c641e930d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJG6Xqhl-BFefDUhDZnQMUY7Lk0k7j3rU2BD6XlVQAjDsL20Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Arathoon 6 years ago My 9 month old daughter loves going to nursery. The nursery were flexible with providing settling in sessions which really helped us with the transition into nursery, making me feel positive about leaving her and returning to work. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMweTRXa1VBEAE!2m1!1s0x487ade8e038805a7:0x794fa8c641e930d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK40UwCCp2XO-WeulwuAeLtnhPUnRHTPWcS4FpTd-ciBN3Jbw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Helen Golding 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRX3JMWlRnEAE!2m1!1s0x487ade8e038805a7:0x794fa8c641e930d8) Reviews from Google for Grange House Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8741390971212214488&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2011 - August 2021 Good - January 2017 Good - October 2013 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Grange House Day Nursery ### What outdoor learning is available at Grange House Day Nursery? ### Is Grange House Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### What stands out about the care and learning at Grange House Day Nursery? ### Is Grange House Day Nursery a private nursery? ### Which funded hours does Grange House Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ellesmere Port Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grange House Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Berwick Road Day Nursery Ellesmere Port · CH66 4PN ](/nursery/berwick-road-day-nursery-limited-ch66-4pn-2745226) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Little Angels Childcare Ellesmere Port · CH66 1NN ](/nursery/little-angels-childcare-ch66-1nn-ey356060) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Busy Bees Little Sutton Little Sutton · CH66 1JE 3.7(10 reviews) ](/nursery/daisy-and-jake-day-nursery-ch66-1je-ey549103) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.5 mi ### S4YC Ledsham Park Day Nursery Ellesmere Port · CH66 4QN ](/nursery/s4yc-ledsham-park-day-nursery-ch66-4qn-2807178) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Childsplay Nursery Ellesmere Port · CH66 1LZ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/childsplay-nursery-ch66-1lz-305023) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Great Sutton Day Nursery Ellesmere Port · CH66 3JZ 4.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/great-sutton-day-nursery-ch66-3jz-ey261932) [See all nurseries in Ellesmere Port →](/search?q=Ellesmere+Port) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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