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Playtots # Playtots in Liverpool (L36) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Family Service Building, Park View Primary School, LIVERPOOL, L36 2LL · Knowsley Number of places 112 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Knowsley About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Playtots Children's Day Nurseries, established in 2000, offers high-quality, affordable childcare across five locations in Liverpool and Knowsley. This family-operated company caters to children aged 0-5 years, providing a secure, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Playtots prioritises strong partnerships with parents and carers to ensure every child receives the best possible start in life. The curriculum is designed to foster individual growth through playful experiences, focusing on the child's developmental stage and interests. It encompasses the seven areas of learning outlined by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supplemented by annual themes, cultural celebrations, and special events. The ultimate goal is to cultivate happy, kind, confident, and well-rounded children who are enthusiastic about learning and prepared for their future endeavours. Our ethos Playtots focuses on fostering individual growth through playful experiences, tailored to each child's developmental stage and interests. It integrates the EYFS framework with special events and themes to nurture happy, kind, confident, and enthusiastic learners, prepared for their future. What it's like Children settle quickly into this warm and welcoming nursery, developing secure relationships with responsive staff who prioritise their emotional well-being. Leaders and staff have high expectations, fostering turn-taking, sharing, and respectful interactions. The curriculum is rich and varied, with staff following children's lead in play and planning environments and routines to support independence. Family-run nursery Quality affordable childcare Strong parent partnerships EYFS curriculum Stimulating environment ## Pricing & funding Fees are reviewed annually in April. Meals and snacks are charged as an additional daily rate for children accessing funded hours. Good to know - Fees are subject to change each year in April. - Meals and snacks are chargeable when using funded hours for sessions. ## Key facts Opening hours Full Day 8:00-17:30, Short Day 9:00-15:00 Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day, Short day, Half day ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Playtots Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10262084 Lead inspector Jenny Burgeen Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208141)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY537219) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.playtotsnursery.com/) Family Service Building, Park View Primary School, LIVERPOOL, L36 2LL [© 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#/-2.85545/53.41904/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LIVERPOOL - [Day nurseries in LIVERPOOL](/search?q=LIVERPOOL) - [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=playtots-l36-2ll-ey537219) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Playtots Last inspected 9 January 2023 · Jenny Burgeen 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 settle quickly into this warm and welcoming nursery, developing secure relationships with responsive staff who prioritise their emotional well-being. Leaders and staff have high expectations, fostering turn-taking, sharing, and respectful interactions. The curriculum is rich and varied, with staff following children's lead in play and planning environments and routines to support independence. Inspector highlights - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong, with early identification and effective intervention. - Leaders and managers are knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate, with a clear vision for the future. - Children understand and follow nursery boundaries and routines, displaying positive attitudes to learning. - The nursery uses a communication assessment tool to identify gaps in development and implements targeted early intervention. - Staff know their key children well, monitor progress, and value them as individuals. Areas to develop - 1 incorporate further mathematics and literacy opportunities to offer challenge and extend learning - 2 support staff confidence and understanding of delivering learning intent. Inspection #10262084 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208141) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly about the nursery and the progress their children have made since starting. > Parents express gratitude to staff who have offered help to enable them to access support from other agencies when required. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is strong. A culture of early identification and intervention is embedded, and funding is used effectively to provide appropriate support and resources, resulting in high-quality interventions. Outdoor space Children are involved in daily risk assessments and learn about hazards, including during outdoor safety checks. Inspection history Date: August 2018 - January 2023 Good - August 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Playtots ### Does Playtots take babies? ### How does Playtots support children with SEND? ### What do parents value about Playtots? ### What outdoor learning does Playtots offer? ### When was Playtots established? ## Nearby day nurseries in LIVERPOOL Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Playtots. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Roby Bambinos Nursery Liverpool · L36 9TN ](/nursery/roby-bambinos-nursery-l36-9tn-ey538542) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Angels Childcare Nursery Liverpool · L36 7UX ](/nursery/little-angels-childcare-nursery-limited-l36-7ux-2844986) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### High Hopes at Longview Liverpool · L36 8DB ](/nursery/high-hopes-at-longview-l36-8db-ey335090) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Playtots Liverpool · L14 8XE ](/nursery/playtots-ltd-l14-8xe-ey537218) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### L.U.V Nurseries Huyton · L36 5UZ ](/nursery/luv-nursery-l36-5uz-2809416) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Honey Pot Nursery Huyton Liverpool · L36 5SJ 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/honey-pot-nursery-huyton-l36-5sj-2712107) [See all nurseries in LIVERPOOL →](/search?q=LIVERPOOL) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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