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Heron Day Nursery # Heron Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · St. Johns Centre, Brick Kiln Lane, WIGAN, WN1 1XH · Wigan Number of places 148 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Wigan About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Heron Day Nursery Wigan is dedicated to fostering a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success in children. The nursery's philosophy centres on nurturing each child's inherent curiosity, creativity, and individuality through an engaging play-based curriculum. They offer various session types, including both full-time and part-time options, 9-3 sessions, pre-school care, and provision for before and after school, as well as a holiday club. The facilities are thoughtfully designed to create a comfortable and stimulating environment, complete with age-appropriate resources, outdoor play areas, and a nutritious meal plan. A team of devoted and highly trained staff members are committed to providing top-tier care and education, ensuring individual attention and support for each child. Heron Day Nursery emphasises strong partnerships with parents, offering regular communication, parent evenings, and an online portal for daily updates and progress tracking, all with the goal of preparing children for school. Our ethos Our nurseries Ethos is to give each individual child the best possible start in the child's learning journey. We strive to make a positive, happy, friendly learning environment where parents feel happy to leave their children in our care. We go above and beyond to make this happen. Partnerships with parents are paramount to ensure children are making good progress and getting school ready. What it's like Children are happy, feel safe and settle well at nursery. They develop good bonds with the attentive staff through reassurance and cuddles. Children make good progress, show concentration and independence, and are motivated to learn in stimulating environments. Play-based learning Flexible session options Nutritious meal programme Strong parent partnerships ## 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://herondaynurserywigan.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon-Fri: 07:30 am – 05:45 pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Heron Day Nursery Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10235121 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187682)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358603) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=heron-day-nursery-wn1-1xh-ey358603) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Heron Day Nursery Last inspected 31 May 2022 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 happy, feel safe and settle well at nursery. They develop good bonds with the attentive staff through reassurance and cuddles. Children make good progress, show concentration and independence, and are motivated to learn in stimulating environments. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, feel safe and settle well at nursery. - Children make good progress and show a positive attitude to learning. - Managers and staff are proficient in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Staff help children to develop their language skills through listening, talking, singing, and stories. - Children are caring towards each other and are learning about sharing and taking turns. Areas to develop - 1 adapt teaching to extend children's learning further during free-play activities - 2 support all staff to model new vocabulary to enable children to consistently hear and practise new words. Inspection #10235121 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187682) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that they are very happy with the care their children receive. They describe the nursery as a very nurturing environment. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers and staff are proficient in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work in partnership with parents and other agencies to ensure that children and families get the help they need. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language are helped to make connections in their learning. Staff use a variety of resources along with visual cards for routines to help children's understanding and the manager specifically tracks their development. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - May 2022 Good - March 2017 Good - May 2014 Good - June 2013 Good - April 2013 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Heron Day Nursery ### Where is Heron Day Nursery located? ### What do parents value about Heron Day Nursery? ### What are the opening hours at Heron Day Nursery? ### How does Heron Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### How are children with English as an additional language supported? ## Nearby day nurseries in WIGAN Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Heron Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Little Acorns Day Nursery Wigan · WN1 2AA 4.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/little-acorns-day-nursery-wn1-2aa-ey467501) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Parsons Walk Nursery Wigan · WN1 1RU ](/nursery/parsons-walk-nursery-wn1-1ru-ey541941) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Wigan Scholes Wigan · WN1 3QS ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-wigan-scholes-wn1-3qs-ey486979) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Wigan Marylebone Wigan · WN1 2JJ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-wigan-marylebone-wn1-2jj-322990) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.7 mi ### Little Acorns Day Nursery (Springfield) Wigan · WN6 7AS 4.2(10 reviews) ](/nursery/little-acorns-day-nursery-springfield-wn6-7as-2519737) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Whitley Pre-School Playgroup Wigan · WN1 2QR ](/nursery/whitley-pre-school-playgroup-wn1-2qr-ey538105) [See all nurseries in WIGAN →](/search?q=WIGAN) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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