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Lilliput Nursery School # Lilliput Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 33 Town Lane, Whittle Le Woods, Chorley, PR6 7DJ · Lancashire Number of places 39 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 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 30am to 6pm, excluding bank holidays and a week at Christmas. Inspected by Ofsted on 14 April 2022, the nursery holds a "Good" overall rating. Children are observed to arrive happily and quickly settle into daily routines, making independent choices in their play. The curriculum is developed based on children's interests and their next learning steps. Staff are highly attuned to each child's individual needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring good progress for all. Lilliput Nursery School also places a strong emphasis on physical development and outdoor learning, offering a purpose-built outdoor play area where children are encouraged to conduct their own risk assessments. This approach helps them understand risks and hazards while developing their physical skills. The nursery prides itself on a homely and nurturing environment where children feel relaxed and able to learn, with babies demonstrating contentment and eagerness to participate. The nursery also provides healthy, home-cooked meals and encourages children to try new foods, promoting an understanding of a healthy diet. Partnership with parents is a key strength, with positive feedback on staff communication and support, including updates via a parent app. What it's like Children arrive at the nursery happy and ready to start the day, having adapted well to changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They quickly settle into daily routines, making independent choices in their play, resulting in good progress in their learning. Children are motivated and eager to participate in interesting and varied activities that capture their imagination. Homely learning environment Purpose-built outdoor play area Strong parent partnerships Individualised SEND support Happy, settled children Healthy meals and snacks ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and a week at Christmas, from 7.30am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lilliput Nursery School Last inspected 14 April 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 arrive at the nursery happy and ready to start the day, having adapted well to changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They quickly settle into daily routines, making independent choices in their play, resulting in good progress in their learning. Children are motivated and eager to participate in interesting and varied activities that capture their imagination. Inspector highlights - Children arrive at the nursery happy and ready to start the day and quickly settle into the daily routines. - Children benefit from lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills in a purpose-built outdoor play area. - Staff know the children very well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring good progress for all. - Babies are eager to take part and concentrate, demonstrating contentment in their nurturing environment. - Partnership with parents is a strength of the nursery, with parents speaking highly of the staff and communication. Areas to develop - 1 offer children continued opportunities to further develop their independence, allowing them to carry out more tasks for themselves. Inspection #10231383 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184175) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lilliput Nursery School Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10231383 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184175)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY495235) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 33 Town Lane, Whittle Le Woods, Chorley, PR6 7DJ Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and a week at Christmas, from 7.30am to 6pm. 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Outdoor space Children benefit from lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. They have access to a purpose-built outdoor play area, providing them with a range of enriching opportunities to support their physical development. Children take charge of their own risk assessments before playing in the garden; this allows them to understand risks and hazards. ## Parent Reviews of Lilliput Nursery School 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKnbK7mIvUVuFjqNt8WnmOpNx3nYnpK9GrSqZ56e4TEppGQ6w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Katie Pope 11 years ago A lovely nursery with a homely feel. The staff are brilliant, dedicated, approachable and very helpful. The strengths of the nursery lie in the love and care they give to each individual child and it's striving for excellence in all they do. Each child is loved, nurtured and helped to reach their fullest potential. I cannot recommend it highly enough. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRbTlYSGlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0ce9d02ff39f:0x62da0918251d901c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWWn0fZvENjW6NmBrsfwHj9aD42twULLaK6S686GiLfArg_5JMl=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) tazentertainment102 4 years ago I have done Children’s shows at the nursery for a few years now and the children and staff are fantastic. They are all very friendly and you can see the children love it there . Xx [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNtbVBLZThnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0ce9d02ff39f:0x62da0918251d901c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUbzQkqIoXaMPjs8meoqfeoADVt-c127C4vqYHktbHbtVUvnSI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kelly James 3 years ago Amazing nursery. My child went from baby room, toddlers to pre school and loved every minute. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPNTZUTUVBEAE!2m1!1s0x487b0ce9d02ff39f:0x62da0918251d901c) Reviews from Google for Lilliput Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7123015759946420252&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 3 August 2016 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2591589) ## Frequently asked about Lilliput Nursery School ### What stands out about Lilliput Nursery School? ### How is the outdoor space at Lilliput Nursery School used? ### Does Lilliput Nursery School have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Lilliput Nursery School accept? ### Which area does Lilliput Nursery School serve? ### What is Lilliput Nursery School working on improving? ### How does Lilliput Nursery School support children with SEND? ## About the setting Lilliput Nursery School registered in 2015. The nursery employs 11 members of childcare staff, three of whom hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 6. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and a week at Christmas, from 7.30am to 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children. 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