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Portico Lodge # Portico Lodge Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · Portico Lane, Eccelston Park, St Helens, L35 7JS · St Helens Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority St Helens About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 17th October 2022. The curriculum is broad and effectively sequenced, fostering good progress across the seven areas of learning and development. Staff have high expectations for all children, understanding that each child is unique and requires individual support. The key person system ensures close collaboration with parents and carers to meet each child's specific needs, including those with SEND. Children are encouraged to be physically active, with outdoor play stimulating their curiosity, such as observing the moon and discussing its phases. The nursery places a strong emphasis on communication and language development, with staff using songs, stories, and narration to enrich children's vocabulary. Mathematical concepts are introduced through play, and children learn to manage their emotions and behave well through various strategies. The setting also promotes good health and personal care. Parents have expressed confidence in the nursery, praising staff communication and the notable learning their children achieve. What it's like Children thrive in this welcoming and nurturing nursery. Babies happily explore the spacious rooms, knowing their caring key person is nearby. Children enjoy being physically active, and staff provide a broad curriculum, with all children making good progress. Welcoming and nurturing Broad curriculum Good progress Strong SEND support Outdoor learning Good behaviour Health promotion ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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://homenicom.co.uk/area/st-helens/crime-rate) ## Key facts Opening hours N/A Age range 0-4 Term time / All Year All Year Food N/A Staff N/A Waitlist N/A ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Portico Lodge Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10234646 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199730)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY222717) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=portico-lodge-l35-7js-ey222717) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Portico Lodge Last inspected 17 October 2022 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 thrive in this welcoming and nurturing nursery. Babies happily explore the spacious rooms, knowing their caring key person is nearby. Children enjoy being physically active, and staff provide a broad curriculum, with all children making good progress. Inspector highlights - Children thrive in this welcoming and nurturing nursery. - Staff provide a broad curriculum, and all children make good progress. - Children learn about mathematical concepts through play. - Children learn to behave well and manage their own emotions through a range of strategies. - The setting promotes the importance of good health. Areas to develop - 1 provide focused feedback after observing practice in order to develop teaching even further. Inspection #10234646 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199730) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents and carers praise staff communication and are amazed at what their children learn. > Parents feel confident that their children will be safe at the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff understand that all children are unique and need different support to reach their goals. The key person works closely with the child's parents and carers to meet each child's individual needs. Outdoor space Children enjoy being physically active. When children playing outdoors spot the half moon, staff ask, "When it's a full moon what shape is it? How much of the moon can we see now?" Inspection history Date: March 2011 - October 2022 Good - February 2017 Good - November 2013 Good - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Portico Lodge ### What is Portico Lodge's Ofsted rating? ### Does Portico Lodge accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Portico Lodge? ### What age range does Portico Lodge cater for? ### How does Portico Lodge support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ### What is Portico Lodge's approach to outdoor play? ### How does Portico Lodge promote communication and language development? ### What do parents think about Portico Lodge? ## About the setting Portico Lodge registered in 2002. The nursery employs 13 members of childcare staff. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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