--- title: "Lister Steps Childcare Nursery, Liverpool | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/lister-steps-childcare-l13-7eb-2602642 description: "Lister Steps Childcare, a nursery in Liverpool — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.8/5 from 64 reviews. See fees and opening hours. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Lister Steps Childcare Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · 4.8 (64 Google reviews) · The Old Library, Green Lane, Liverpool, L13 7EB · Liverpool Number of places 69 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Liverpool ## About this day nursery Lister Steps Childcare is a community-focused charity located in Liverpool, with a proud 20-year history of offering high-quality services and support to its local area. The organisation operates from "The Old Library," aiming to be a positive influence that extends beyond its immediate local area, benefiting individuals and businesses alike. Beyond childcare, Lister Steps provides a variety of community and event services, including a café, weekly sessions, and opportunities for venue hire for private, business, and community events. They actively engage with the community through various initiatives and welcome volunteers and donations to support their work, fostering a strong sense of community spirit. The centre also offers diverse weekly sessions, ranging from craft groups like "Knit and Natter" and "Sewing For Beginners" to fitness and wellbeing activities such as Yoga and Chair Yoga. Additionally, cultural and support groups like the "Polish Library access" and "Surf Dementia support group" demonstrate their commitment to serving a wide array of community needs. Many sessions are led by community volunteers, and external partners also contribute to the diverse programme offerings. What it's like Children arrive eager and happy and clearly enjoy attending this warm and welcoming nursery. They confidently separate from their parents and carers and quickly settle into the activities available, demonstrating that they feel safe and secure. Staff are kind, patient and attentive in their approach. Community-focused charity Wide range of community sessions Venue hire available Café on-site Volunteer opportunities ## 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://www.tol.org.uk/support-us/corporate-volunteering) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2000 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lister Steps Childcare Last inspected 2 August 2022 · Karen Cox 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 Inspector highlights - The manager has made significant improvements to arrangements that promote children's learning, safety and well-being since the last inspection. - Staff know their children well and provide activities that reflect children's interests and preferences. - Staff support children's language skills well, modelling conversation and introducing new vocabulary. - Children make links in their learning and demonstrate good recall skills. - Children have good opportunities to learn about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle and engage in regular physical activities. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong. - Parent partnerships are robust. Areas to develop - 1 help staff to build on their understanding of the curriculum further so that they are fully aware of specific learning outcomes for children and closely match their teaching to these - 2 assist staff to understand how to support young children's developing communication and language skills - 3 strengthen transitions between activities and routines so that children's behaviour does not deteriorate, and they remain focused and engaged in learning opportunities. Inspection #10239076 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193332) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > how much their children enjoy attending Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong. Dedicated and passionate staff work closely with parents and external agencies to ensure that any additional support children may require is secured in a swift and timely manner. Furthermore, staff attend training and carry out their own professional research to ensure they are able to meet children's individual and unique needs effectively. As a result, children are making very good progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children engage in regular physical activities outdoors, creating obstacle courses to travel across in turn, developing their coordination and balance. Older children independently act out stories in the garden area during imaginary play. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: March 2022 - August 2022 Good - March 2022 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Lister Steps Childcare ### Is Lister Steps Childcare Ofsted registered? ### How many children attend Lister Steps Childcare? ### What are the fees at Lister Steps Childcare? ### What do parents say about Lister Steps Childcare? ### How does Lister Steps Childcare support children with SEND? ### From what age does Lister Steps Childcare accept children? ## Nearby day nurseries in Liverpool Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Lister Steps Childcare. - Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Bloom @ Tuebrook Liverpool · L13 7EW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bloom-tuebrook-l13-7ew-2845117 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Corinthian Daycare Liverpool · L13 6QJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/corinthian-daycare-l13-6qj-ey338566 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Sandfield Park Private Day Nursery North Drive, Sandfield Park · L12 1LG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/sandfield-park-private-day-nursery-l12-1lg-322416 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Tuebrook Tots Liverpool · L13 8BY 3.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tuebrook-kids-club-l13-8by-322357 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bumbles Old Swan Liverpool · L13 6QA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bumbles-old-swan-l13-6qa-2818060 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Willow Nurseries Liverpool · L12 2BJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/willow-nurseries-limited-l12-2bj-2727635 See all nurseries in Liverpool →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Liverpool ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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