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Play Pals Nursery # Play Pals Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 675 Atherton Road, Hindley Green, Wigan, WN2 4SD · Wigan Number of places 51 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Wigan About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Play Pals Childcare Limited is a dedicated nursery committed to fostering an environment where children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow. Their mission revolves around providing a secure, inclusive, and stimulating setting that promotes free play, joyful learning, and confident development across social, emotional, and physical aspects. The nursery emphasises supporting each child holistically, aiming to unlock their individual potential from an early age. They operate multiple settings, each dedicated to their core values of Play, Learn, and Thrive, which are integrated into daily activities to encourage curiosity, build knowledge, and nurture overall well-being. Play Pals also values strong parent and carer partnerships, offering resources like a comprehensive FAQ section and a dedicated communication platform (Famly) to keep families updated on their child's progress and activities. Part of the larger QUEST Trust, Play Pals aims to support young people from their early years through to employment. What it's like Staff greet children and their families with a warm welcome. Children smile happily as they enter and show they feel safe and secure in this caring environment. Key staff, who know the children well, take lead responsibility for children's care and education, ensuring ongoing use of temporary staff does not negatively impact children's emotional well-being. ## 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.playpalschildcareltd.org.uk/page/?title=Contact+a+Setting&pid=34) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Play Pals Nursery Last inspected 12 July 2023 · Vickie Halliwell 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 Staff greet children and their families with a warm welcome. Children smile happily as they enter and show they feel safe and secure in this caring environment. Key staff, who know the children well, take lead responsibility for children's care and education, ensuring ongoing use of temporary staff does not negatively impact children's emotional well-being. Inspector highlights - The senior leadership team is clear about what the curriculum should include. - The on-site manager leads by positive example and evaluates the nursery provision. - The curriculum for communication and language is strong. - Staff provide experiences which extend children's understanding of the natural world. - Many experiences are offered to children to promote their physical development. Areas to develop - 1 provide further coaching, training and support to help temporary staff offer quality learning and development experiences for children - 2 further improve the curriculum for physical development to help children make the best progress possible - 3 enhance the provision for outdoor learning. Inspection #10299072 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226497) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Play Pals Nursery Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10299072 Lead inspector Vickie Halliwell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226497)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY563215) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=play-pals-nursery-wn2-4sd-ey563215) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children enjoy their time and are eager to attend. > Parents report positively on the progress children make with their speech and their personal, social and emotional development. They feel very well informed about their child's time and comment on how friendly and supportive the staff are. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The on-site manager is keen to strengthen the provision for outdoor learning to further improve the curriculum for children who prefer to learn outdoors. The setting needs to enhance the provision for outdoor learning. Inspection history Date: May 2021 - July 2023 Good - May 2021 Good ## Frequently asked about Play Pals Nursery ### How many children attend Play Pals Nursery? ### What is the staff team like at Play Pals Nursery? ### What outdoor learning provision does Play Pals Nursery have? ### Is Play Pals Nursery a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Wigan Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Play Pals Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Play Pals Childcare Wigan · WN2 4SS ](/nursery/play-pals-childcare-wn2-4ss-ey541802) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.8 mi ### Little Acorns Hindley Green Wigan · WN2 4XR 2.1(21 reviews) ](/nursery/little-acorns-hindley-green-wn2-4xr-ey343063) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Honey Bear Day Care Leigh · WN7 5JS ](/nursery/honey-bear-day-care-wn7-5js-ey557159) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Hart Common Pre-School Bolton · BL5 2BX ](/nursery/hart-common-pre-school-bl5-2bx-ey376587) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Saplings Day Nursery Bolton · BL5 2BX 4.9(10 reviews) ](/nursery/saplings-day-nursery-bl5-2bx-ey388729) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Daisy Daycare Wigan · WN2 4BH 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/daisy-daycare-wn2-4bh-2549145) [See all nurseries in Wigan →](/search?q=Wigan) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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