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Hearts and Minds # Hearts and Minds Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2021) · 3.0 (2 parent reviews) · Billinge House, Euxton Lane, CHORLEY, PR7 6DL · Lancashire Number of places 65 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2021 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 Hearts & Minds Childcare, an independent nursery located in Euxton, is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from 6 months to school age. Established in 2013 and family-owned by local residents Tony and Sandra Masterson, the nursery prides itself on its community-focused approach. They offer a holistic early years education, fostering emotional, social, and academic growth within a secure setting. The highly qualified and experienced team forms strong relationships with both children and families, ensuring a safe and connected atmosphere where children can confidently explore and learn. Hearts & Minds Childcare boasts exceptional outdoor facilities spread across an acre of secure grounds, encouraging children to engage with nature and experience seasonal changes through an outdoor curriculum. The nursery operates with flexible hours from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year, catering to working families. They provide nutritious home-cooked meals prepared by an on-site chef, accommodating dietary needs and promoting healthy eating habits. The curriculum is play-based and tailored to each child's individual development, using imaginative activities to support learning. Hearts & Minds Childcare also emphasises strong parent partnerships, utilising a secure digital communication system for daily updates, observations, and photos, and maintaining an open-door policy for parental involvement. Their facilities include dedicated baby, toddler, and preschool rooms, each designed to support children through different stages of development. Our ethos We believe every child deserves the best start in life. That’s why we take a holistic approach to early years education, creating a secure, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can thrive emotionally, socially and academically. Our curriculum is carefully designed to nurture inquisitive minds, support individual development, and create a home-from-home environment where children feel safe, loved, and inspired to learn. We place children at the heart of everything we do. What it's like Children are greeted by cheerful staff and are eager to explore their environment, happily choosing from a range of activities provided based on their interests. Wonderful outdoor spaces allow them to develop good coordination skills. Staff continuously praise children, supporting them to be confident learners. Family-owned and community-focused Exceptional outdoor facilities Highly qualified staff Play-based EYFS curriculum Nutritious home-cooked meals Flexible opening hours ## 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://hmchildcare.co.uk/contact-us/) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hearts and Minds Inspection date Aug 2021 Inspection no. 10204369 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170044)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY458179) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.hmchildcare.co.uk/) Billinge House, Euxton Lane, CHORLEY, PR7 6DL Opening hours Monday to Friday - 7:00am - 6:30pm, 51 weeks a year [© 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#/-2.65249/53.66972/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near CHORLEY - [Day nurseries in CHORLEY](/search?q=CHORLEY) - [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=hearts-and-minds-pr7-6dl-ey458179) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday - 7:00am - 6:30pm, 51 weeks a year Food Nutritious home-cooked meals prepared by on-site chef, meeting all dietary needs Age range 6 months to school age Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hearts and Minds Last inspected 19 August 2021 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 are greeted by cheerful staff and are eager to explore their environment, happily choosing from a range of activities provided based on their interests. Wonderful outdoor spaces allow them to develop good coordination skills. Staff continuously praise children, supporting them to be confident learners. Inspector highlights - Children are prepared well for their move to school, with staff helping them become familiar with school routines and supporting their emotional well-being during changes. - The nursery is inclusive, with staff working closely with parents, health professionals, and schools to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Children are provided with good opportunities to be healthy, eating nutritious foods prepared freshly on-site. Mealtimes are social occasions where older children confidently chat with staff. - Parents report that their children are happy and confident, appreciating how staff keep them informed and involved in nursery life. - Staff work well together, fostering a culture of high standards, including how children's behaviour is nurtured. Areas to develop - 1 ensure all staff understand the areas for development that leaders have identified they need to develop, and monitor their progress more closely - 2 ensure all staff are able to achieve the highest level of communication and language development for younger children, through effective questioning and modelling language. Inspection #10204369 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170044) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > One parent described the nursery as a 'huge support for the family, the staff always go the extra mile'. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery is inclusive in its practice. Staff work closely with parents, health professionals, and schools to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported to reach their potential. Staff lead on individual plans and apply for specialist funding to purchase resources and support children's progress. Outdoor space Wonderful outdoor spaces allow children to develop good coordination skills, using the tricycles skilfully and safely. Older children confidently estimate, compare and use positional language as they play with water outside, working out how much water is needed and what angles are required to pour water down gutters to move objects. ## Parent Reviews of Hearts and Minds 3.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJeCyL4fR-rHAiYgwG_I_RZauBVaQ0i3r6FCgOmuBiVZ5g9bA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Emma Lewis 3 years ago Great outdoor space, several different rooms, high quality resources, reliable staff. Supports outdoor activities and exercise. Varied meals. Nappy products are all included. Really happy and my child has thrived here [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSc0lPbXVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0dfe37f5d2c3:0x1b3d399cbbbdd0b2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJJxAgbdZls8Sojfn6syv1epccjm0Tp3ZvkfG9zWuqVjfufag=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kylie Pennington 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSNmV1Si1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0dfe37f5d2c3:0x1b3d399cbbbdd0b2) Reviews from Google for Hearts and Minds. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1962788357930864818&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: August 2013 - August 2021 Good - January 2017 Outstanding - August 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Hearts and Minds ### What is Hearts and Minds' Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Hearts and Minds? ### What age range does Hearts and Minds cater for? ### What are the opening hours at Hearts and Minds? ### Does Hearts and Minds provide meals for children? ### What is Hearts and Minds' approach to children with special educational needs? ### When was Hearts and Minds established? ### How can I contact Hearts and Minds? ## About the setting Hearts and Minds registered in 2013 and is situated in the Euxton area of Lancashire. The nursery employs 19 members of childcare staff, with 15 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. It opens Monday to Friday all year round, apart from bank holidays and Christmas, with sessions from 7am until 6.30pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY458179 Registered person Sasha UK Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in CHORLEY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hearts and Minds. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Kids Planet Chorley Buckshaw Village · PR7 7EL ](/nursery/kids-planet-chorley-pr7-7el-2678440) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Explorers Nursery & Pre-School Chorley · PR7 6TE 4.2(24 reviews) ](/nursery/little-explorers-nursery-pre-school-pr7-6te-ey539307) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Buckshaw Village Nursery Chorley · PR7 7HZ ](/nursery/buckshaw-village-nursery-pr7-7hz-ey428068) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.6 mi ### The Hub Club Chorley · PR7 7HZ ](/nursery/the-hub-club-ltd-pr7-7hz-2756471) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Strawberry Fields Nursery and Preschool Chorley · PR7 1PS ](/nursery/strawberry-fields-nursery-and-preschool-limited-pr7-1ps-2659514) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Yarrow Valley Nursery And Out Of School Club Chorley · PR7 6NS ](/nursery/yarrow-valley-nursery-and-out-of-school-club-pr7-6ns-ey543458) [See all nurseries in CHORLEY →](/search?q=CHORLEY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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