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Hilton Street Childcare

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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4.9(10 parent reviews)
·Hilton Street, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8PD · Wigan
Number of places
115 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Wigan

About this day nursery

Hilton Street Childcare, part of the Childcare and Community Centre Ashton and District (CCCAD), is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality childcare and community facilities in Wigan. Serving children from 8 weeks to 11 years old, the nursery offers flexible full-time and sessional day care.

The passionate and experienced team focuses on early years development, ensuring children learn, grow, and thrive. The centre boasts a 5-star food hygiene rating, with all meals prepared onsite by a dedicated cook, accommodating allergies and dietary preferences.

Facilities include interactive whiteboards, age-appropriate playgrounds, a soft play area, and a sensory room. Additionally, the childcare provision offers early starts at 7am and late finishes at 6:30pm, with extra-curricular sessions like dance and sports.

Preschool children also benefit from swimming lessons, and a mini-bus is available for wider school transport. Beyond childcare, CCCAD functions as a community hub, offering diverse activities, room hire options, and a free soft play room for young children, aiming to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all ages.

What it's like

Children settle quickly on arrival and confidently engage in a variety of activities, from exploring natural objects to imaginative play and bug hunts. They demonstrate happiness, security, and positive attitudes towards learning, developing strong attachments to the friendly staff. Staff have focused teaching on sharing, turn-taking, and tolerance, leading to good behaviour among children.

Charity-runCommunity hubOnsite mealsEarly starts and late finishesFlexible childcare

Pricing & funding

This nursery offers full and half-day sessions for children from birth to over three years, with discounted rates for full-week bookings. Additional provisions include breakfast, after-school, wraparound, and holiday clubs. Charges also apply for early starts, additional hours, and meals for funded children.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Sibling discount: 5% off for families with multiple children attending more than two sessions weekly.
  • Sibling discount does not apply to full-time children who already receive a discounted rate.
  • Fees must be paid in full for all scheduled sessions, including holidays and illness absences.

Key facts

Food

All meals prepared onsite by nursery cook; 5-star food hygiene rating. Meals are £3.00 per meal for funded hours children. Lunch and tea are an additional charge unless paying for a full or half day session, which includes meals. Packed lunches can be provided by parents. Nappies, wipes, cream, and suncream are not provided.

Session types

Full Day, Half Day, Breakfast Club, After School, Wraparound, Holiday Club

Opening hours

7:00am to 6:30pm

Age range

8 weeks to 11 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2005

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hilton Street Childcare

Last inspected 7 June 2022

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 settle quickly on arrival and confidently engage in a variety of activities, from exploring natural objects to imaginative play and bug hunts. They demonstrate happiness, security, and positive attitudes towards learning, developing strong attachments to the friendly staff. Staff have focused teaching on sharing, turn-taking, and tolerance, leading to good behaviour among children.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff gather pertinent information about children's existing skills and abilities, using this to ensure the curriculum reflects children's interests and builds on their knowledge.
  • All children are making good progress and developing essential skills for the next stage in their learning.
  • Children are learning the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle, enjoying nutritious meals and engaging in energetic outdoor play.
  • Children have excellent opportunities to learn about the wider world around them, participating in fundraising activities and visiting places of local interest.
  • Staff work extremely closely with parents and other professionals to ensure a shared approach to children's learning with additional support secured swiftly.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to develop and consistently use skilful questioning techniques
  • 2strengthen staff's ability to promote children's critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • 3ensure that all staff implement the nursery's stringent hygiene procedures in relation to handwashing.
Inspection #10066797 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive good levels of support. Staff work extremely closely with parents and other professionals to ensure a shared approach to children's learning. Any additional support that children require is secured in a swift and timely manner.

Outdoor space

Toddlers engage in imaginative play and squeal in delight during a bug hunt in the garden. Children enjoy energetic outdoor play and are learning the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

Parent Reviews of Hilton Street Childcare

4.9
(10)
Hannah Cooke
7 years ago

My daughter has been going to YMCA nursery for about a year now and the progression in her development is simply wonderful! My daughter mastered her potty training in no time with the help of the staff at the nursery, she’s been dry for months on end now. She is always coming home singing nursery rhymes, exhausted and happy. Definitely recommend parents this Nursery for their young children. You won’t be disappointed with their care. 5/5 :)

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keeley pemberton
8 years ago

Wonderful nursery :D would highly recommend to anyone that is looking for childcare, my little boy loves it here, never have we had any problems, staff are so lovely

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Margie Simm
8 years ago

Fantastic nursery ...great enviroment for children all ages prior to school.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2010

  • June 2022Good
  • January 2016Good
  • March 2014Good
  • March 2010Outstanding

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