Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 4.30pm
Ladybird Childcare Hazel Grove
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2022)
Number of places
30 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2022
Local authority
Stockport
About this day nursery
Ladybird Childcare Hazel Grove, located conveniently near major transport links, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 1 to 5 years. This Ofsted-rated 'Good' nursery prides itself on graduate-led childcare and a flexible approach to learning, allowing children to choose activities that engage their interests.
The setting includes a spacious outdoor area designed for children to explore their natural surroundings and express themselves creatively, regardless of the weather. Parents are encouraged to work closely with practitioners to foster a strong home-nursery relationship, ensuring each child's individual needs are met.
The nursery emphasises a relaxed, welcoming, and 'home from home' atmosphere, where mutual respect and tolerance for diverse faiths and beliefs are promoted. Ladybird Childcare actively supports its Hazel Grove community, offering accessible facilities and diverse, engaging activities such as organised outings, weekly dance sessions, an allotment, and a living egg/hatching programme.
They focus on providing excellent hourly rates with the added benefit of paying only for hours used, aiming for high flexibility for families.
Our ethos
We offer an environment where children can choose the activities and experiences that they want to engage in supported by interested and involved practitioners.Our sessions are tailored to meet the needs of individual children working with parents to develop a strong relationship between both the setting and home. Within the outdoor area we have created a place where the children can express themselves,investigate and explore their natural surroundings no matter what the weather. We have mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs.
What it's like
Children arrive happy and eager to attend the bright, spacious and well-organised pre-school. They balance on the sandpit's wooden beams and navigate obstacles as they ride trikes, and staff teach children to take appropriate risks and challenges as they play, building their confidence and self-esteem. Children are engaged, motivated and show positive attitudes to their learning.
Graduate-led childcareFlexible hoursOutdoor learningCommunity-focusedNo registration fee
Pricing & funding
This nursery charges on an hourly basis, meaning parents only pay for the hours their child actually uses. Settling-in sessions are provided free of charge.
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- No registration fee.
- Free settling-in sessions.
- Only pay for the hours used.
Key facts
Age range
1-5 years
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Ladybird Childcare Hazel Grove
Last inspected 6 October 2022 · Suzy Marsh
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 arrive happy and eager to attend the bright, spacious and well-organised pre-school. They balance on the sandpit's wooden beams and navigate obstacles as they ride trikes, and staff teach children to take appropriate risks and challenges as they play, building their confidence and self-esteem. Children are engaged, motivated and show positive attitudes to their learning.
Inspector highlights
- The owner and manager design a structured yet individualised programme of activities, to help children learn new knowledge and skills.
- Staff show a good understanding of their role as a key person and work collaboratively with parents.
- Children are supported to make good progress in mathematics, with staff using mathematical language throughout activities and conversations.
- Children learn different ways to keep themselves healthy, including handwashing, outdoor play, and growing their own produce.
- There is a strong emphasis on good communication, with staff effectively using songs, books and small-group work to develop children's speaking.
Areas to develop
- 1strengthen systems to ensure that the next steps in learning are consistently known by all staff and that every activity planned to support next steps is fully effective in order to challenge children's thinking and maximise their learning.
Inspection #10235696 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly about the nursery and comment on the progress their children have made.
They express their gratitude for how much staff have helped them develop as parents and the constant support they provide to families.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children, including those receiving additional funding, make good progress.
Outdoor space
Children relish their time outside and demonstrate good physical dexterity. They balance on the sandpit's wooden beams and navigate obstacles as they ride trikes. They have plenty of time every day to play outside in the fresh air and get lots of exercise. Children grow their own produce outside, in the pre-school allotment.
Parent Reviews of Ladybird Childcare Hazel Grove
4.0
(5)
Sarika
2 years ago
My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her time at Ladybird, SK5. The caring and attentive staff, combined with engaging activities, created a positive and nurturing environment. I appreciate the warm atmosphere and the impact it has had on my child's early years. Thank you for providing such a wonderful childcare experience.
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Liz Garner
6 years ago
A lovely nursery with friendly, caring staff. Both my children have been very happy here and have thrived through all the activities that are planned.
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Gillian Crompton
6 years ago
Small but friendly . Lots of activities with the children. Hatched their own chicks this week. Take the children to the library take them to the local allotment teaches them about vegatables . Brilliant nursery
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Hayley Mccrae
6 years ago
My oldest daughter used to come here & I loved it then as I do now ,, my now youngest daughter has just started in September she’s come on so much in such a short space of time very friendly & loving nursery with lots of lovely ladies doing an amazing job ❤️❤️
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Help Yourself
3 years ago
Bad experience with our elder child, that’s why not decided to send our younger child here.
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Inspection history
Date: September 2012
- October 2022Good
- November 2016Good
- September 2012Good
Frequently asked about Ladybird Childcare Hazel Grove
About the setting
Ladybird Childcare Ltd registered in 2012. It operates from the Scout and Guide Hut in Hazel Grove, Stockport. The pre-school opens Monday to Friday, during term time, from 8.30am until 4.30pm. The setting employs six members of staff, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- EY443558
- Registered person
- Ladybird Childcare Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Good
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