Parsons Walk Nursery

About this day nursery

Parsons Walk Nursery, located in Wigan, provides a welcoming and "family-orientated" environment for children aged 0 to 4 years. 30pm, the nursery focuses on making children feel safe and secure.

The setting recently received a "Good" rating from Ofsted on 5th February 2025, highlighting its effective quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Staff are skilled at creating engaging activities based on children's interests, ensuring high levels of curiosity and motivation.

The nursery is particularly strong in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), allowing them to explore and settle at their own pace, and working closely with external professionals to address any learning gaps. New staff members benefit from a thorough induction, leading to a deep understanding of the curriculum.

A love of books, stories, and songs is actively promoted, which supports language development and early reading skills. Children also have ample opportunities for outdoor learning in the nursery garden, where they enjoy "risky play" like balancing on wooden logs and riding down ramps, guided by staff who teach them safety skills.

This helps children develop coordination, confidence, and risk awareness. Strong partnerships with parents are a hallmark of the nursery, with active communication ensuring that all children make good progress from their individual starting points.

What it's like

Children attending this 'family-orientated' nursery are happy and ready to learn. They are greeted with a warm smile, and parents are encouraged to stay and share information about their children's needs. This helps staff to plan engaging activities based on children's interests. All children make good progress from their starting points.