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Little Bears # Little Bears Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · The Smile Centre, Sandy Lane, Warrington, WA2 9BX · Warrington Number of places 35 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Warrington About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Bears Nursery in Warrington operates as part of St. Margaret's CE Primary School. While specific details about the nursery, such as its ethos, pricing, and daily operations, are not directly outlined on the provided pages, the school website offers insights into its admissions process. Parents are encouraged to consult the Warrington Borough Council website for information regarding nursery admission arrangements and can access specific nursery admission policies for upcoming academic years directly from the school's admissions page. The school, and presumably the nursery, falls under the Emmanuel Diocese of Liverpool Academies Trust, which aims to provide a distinctly Christian education. Prospective parents are welcome to visit the school before their child's admission, and many children attending reception have previously been part of the nursery department to familiarise themselves with the school environment. The school maintains waiting lists for all year groups and processes in-year transfer requests in conjunction with the local authority. What it's like Children are warmly welcomed into this cosy but exciting playgroup. The home-from-home atmosphere helps all children to feel secure and develop strong bonds with staff, who nurture and care for them. The stimulating and well-resourced environment facilitates children's play and exploration, with personalised care for babies including dedicated indoor and outdoor play spaces. Part of Primary School Christian Ethos (via Trust) Warrington Borough Admissions ## 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.st-margarets.warrington.sch.uk/Admissions) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for 39 weeks of the year Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Bears Last inspected 21 March 2023 · Layla Davies Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are warmly welcomed into this cosy but exciting playgroup. The home-from-home atmosphere helps all children to feel secure and develop strong bonds with staff, who nurture and care for them. The stimulating and well-resourced environment facilitates children's play and exploration, with personalised care for babies including dedicated indoor and outdoor play spaces. Inspector highlights - Children are warmly welcomed into this cosy but exciting playgroup. - The new leadership team has worked tirelessly to address weaknesses identified previously. - Partnership working is strong, with links with parents and the local primary school in place. - Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. - Diversity is celebrated and accepted, with thoughtful resources and activities that promote inclusion and disability awareness. Areas to develop - 1 focus more precisely on individual children's next steps in learning - 2 develop the curriculum intent further so all staff have a clear understanding of what it is they intend children to learn - 3 help to improve staff understanding of the need to promote oral hygiene Inspection #10266867 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215312) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Bears Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10266867 Lead inspector Layla Davies Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215312)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY428545) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.st-margarets.warrington.sch.uk/smile) The Smile Centre, Sandy Lane, Warrington, WA2 9BX Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for 39 weeks of the year [© 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#/-2.58185/53.41057/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Warrington - [Day nurseries in Warrington](/search?q=Warrington) - [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=little-bears-wa2-9bx-ey428545) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. Simple sign language is practised to help children communicate. Staff work with parents and external professionals to ensure relevant and timely support for children who need a little more help. Outdoor space Babies explore their dedicated play spaces, indoors and outdoors. Older children know which way they should ride scooters along the cycle tracks to ensure everyone is safe outdoors. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: November 2014 - March 2023 Good - November 2022 Inadequate - May 2017 Good - May 2015 Good - November 2014 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Little Bears ### What is Little Bears' Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Little Bears? ### What age range does Little Bears cater for? ### Does Little Bears provide support for children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)? ### What kind of environment can I expect at Little Bears? ### Is Little Bears associated with a school? ### Can I visit Little Bears before my child starts? ## About the setting Little Bears registered in 2011 and is situated in Orford, Warrington. The playgroup is open Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for 39 weeks of the year. There are currently nine members of staff working directly with children, all of whom hold an early years qualification at level 3 or above. The setting offers funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. URN EY428545 Registered person St Margaret's Playgroup (Orford) Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Inadequate ## Nearby day nurseries in Warrington Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Bears. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### ABC 123 Day Nursery Warrington · WA2 8TX 4.8(32 reviews) ](/nursery/abc-123-day-nursery-ltd-wa2-8tx) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nursery at Padgate Warrington · WA2 0JP ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nursery-at-padgate-wa2-0jp-2783431) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Kids Planet - Beamont Warrington · WA2 7RQ ](/nursery/kids-planet-beamont-wa2-7rq-ey397450) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Blackbrook Nursery School Warrington · WA2 0DS ](/nursery/blackbrook-nursery-school-wa2-0ds-2550557) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.1 mi ### Cherry Tree Nursery School Warrington · WA2 7BS 4.8(16 reviews) ](/nursery/cherry-tree-nursery-school-wa2-7bs-2852932) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Nurture, Grow and Learn Childcare Warrington · WA2 7XE 4.8(19 reviews) ](/nursery/nurture-grow-and-learn-childcare-wa2-7xe-2615471) [See all nurseries in Warrington →](/search?q=Warrington) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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