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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Hunts Cross Children's Centre # Hunts Cross Children's Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · Hunts Cross Cp School, Kingsthorne Road, LIVERPOOL, L25 0PJ · Liverpool Number of places 48 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Liverpool About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kiddy Academy Huntscross, established in 2011, is a spacious day nursery specifically designed for children aged 0-5 years. Located on Hansby Drive within the Meridian Business Village, the setting prioritises comprehensive child development through play in a supportive and stimulating environment. The nursery features three large, open-plan rooms: "BabyTown" for infants up to 2 years, "Toddler City" for 2 to 3-year-olds, and "Schoolville" for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 years. Each room has direct access to dedicated outdoor play areas. A key aspect of their provision is freshly prepared, nutritious meals from an on-site chef, served in a separate children’s canteen. The nursery fosters a nurturing atmosphere where positive relationships with staff and peers are encouraged. Experienced staff employ therapeutic behaviour management techniques, praising and encouraging children to develop self-regulation in a secure setting. Further enriching the children's experience are amenities like a highly resourced sensory room and outings using a 6-seater pram bus. The nursery operates with a strong management team, including a supernumerary nursery manager and a deputy, along with room managers who ensure high standards of care. All staff are trained in paediatric first aid. What it's like During the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the nursery has had issues with staff retention and recruitment. The newly appointed manager and her team have a clear vision for the nursery. They have identified priorities for children's learning and development, such as supporting children's speech and language development. Children's vocabulary and language structures are developing rapidly. Spacious, purpose-built facility Dedicated outdoor play areas On-site chef and freshly prepared meals Sensory room and local outings Experienced and trained staff ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges a daily or half-daily fee for food and enhanced provision. Standard childcare and tuition rates are not detailed in the available text. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Food Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, fresh fruit, juice & milk prepared by onsite chef. Special dietary requirements catered for. Staff Supernumerary nursery manager, deputy manager, room managers, and additional staff for lower ratios. All staff are paediatric first aid trained. Session types Morning sessions (7:30am-12:30pm), Afternoon sessions (1:00pm-6:00pm) Opening hours Monday to Friday: 7:30am – 6:00pm Age range 0-5 years Established 2013 Waitlist Not specified ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hunts Cross Children's Centre Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10335637 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249828)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY461526) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.kiddyacademydaynursery.co.uk/huntscross/) Hunts Cross Cp School, Kingsthorne Road, LIVERPOOL, L25 0PJ [© 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#/-2.85307/53.35857/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LIVERPOOL - [Day nurseries in LIVERPOOL](/search?q=LIVERPOOL) - [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=hunts-cross-nursery-l25-0pj-ey461526) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hunts Cross Children's Centre Last inspected 15 May 2024 Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend During the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the nursery has had issues with staff retention and recruitment. The newly appointed manager and her team have a clear vision for the nursery. They have identified priorities for children's learning and development, such as supporting children's speech and language development. Children's vocabulary and language structures are developing rapidly. Inspector highlights - Leaders have placed great importance on building the staff team. - Overall, staff promote children's knowledge of mathematics well. - Staff support children to be independent learners, enabling all children to self-select resources and initiate their own play. - Staff plan many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. - Children's communication, language and literacy are well supported at this nursery. Areas to develop - 1 ensure that staff consolidate each step of children's learning to build on what they know and have learned so that the process of learning new mathematical concepts is logical - 2 promote the good oral health of all children attending the nursery. Inspection #10335637 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249828) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents talk about the improvements that they have seen in the short space of time that the new manager has been in place. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are very well supported. The excellent key-person system and accurate use of assessment mean that gaps in children's learning and any specific needs are identified early and acted on quickly. Learning goals in children's education, health and care plans are seamlessly interwoven into all aspects of the curriculum. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Staff plan many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills outdoors. Inspection history Date: September 2013 - May 2024 Good - June 2018 Good - September 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Hunts Cross Children's Centre ### How does Hunts Cross Children's Centre support children with SEND? ### How are meals handled at Hunts Cross Children's Centre? ### What outdoor space does Hunts Cross Children's Centre have? ### What is Hunts Cross Children's Centre working on improving? ### Does Hunts Cross Children's Centre take babies? ## Nearby day nurseries in LIVERPOOL Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hunts Cross Children's Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Kindergarten Day Nursery Liverpool · L25 0NP ](/nursery/kindergarten-day-nursery-ltd-l25-0np-ey560547) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Kids Planet Halewood Liverpool · L25 0QG ](/nursery/kids-planet-halewood-l25-0qg-2709688) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Kiddy Academy Huntscross Liverpool · L24 9LG 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddy-academy-huntscross-l24-9lg-ey415407) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Seedlings Day Nursery Liverpool · L26 1TT 4.8(16 reviews) ](/nursery/little-seedlings-day-nursery-l26-1tt-2741584) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little seedlings day nursery Liverpool · L25 9PB ](/nursery/little-seedlings-at-arncliffe-l25-9pa-2746340) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Much Woolton Old School Nursery Liverpool · L25 7TX ](/nursery/much-woolton-old-school-nursery-limited-l25-7tx-2741535) [See all nurseries in LIVERPOOL →](/search?q=LIVERPOOL) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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