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Portico Poppets # Portico Poppets Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 1 Leicester Street, Thatto Heath, St. Helens, WA9 5QH · St Helens Number of places 50 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority St Helens About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Portico Poppets is part of the Portico Day Nurseries group, offering outstanding childcare for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery focuses on supporting children's development through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, encouraging them to learn through interaction and exploration. The aim is to foster self-confidence, autonomy, and a love for learning in a nurturing and positive environment. Portico Day Nurseries has over 10 years of experience in the childcare sector, operating six facilities across the North West, including locations in Prescot, St Helens, Ormskirk, and Skelmersdale. They are committed to high parent satisfaction and employ over 100 qualified staff members dedicated to delivering quality early years education. Our ethos The nursery focuses on supporting children's development through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, encouraging them to learn through interaction and exploration. The aim is to foster self-confidence, autonomy, and a love for learning in a nurturing and positive environment. What it's like The outstanding care and the bonds that children make with staff at the nursery have an extremely positive effect on their future. Children cuddle staff members when they arrive and excitedly share news from home. Staff respond quickly to information shared from home, such as a baby taking their first steps, and immediately plan activities to support growing physical skills. EYFS Curriculum Over 10 years experience Part of a nursery group ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Portico Poppets Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10129172 Lead inspector Stacey Wendrenski Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192748)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY314827) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=portico-poppets-wa9-5qh-ey314827) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Portico Poppets Last inspected 26 July 2022 · Stacey Wendrenski Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend The outstanding care and the bonds that children make with staff at the nursery have an extremely positive effect on their future. Children cuddle staff members when they arrive and excitedly share news from home. Staff respond quickly to information shared from home, such as a baby taking their first steps, and immediately plan activities to support growing physical skills. Inspector highlights - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are extremely well supported. - Staff know all children exceptionally well, and planning and assessment of children's learning are well designed and evaluated regularly. - Staff skilfully support all children to manage their feelings, with a sharp focus on teaching children to share and regulate their behaviour. - Staff positively support children to develop a strong understanding of healthy foods. - The management team is completely dedicated to the children and families in its care, offering additional support to families experiencing hardships and working tirelessly to strengthen the link between home and nursery. Inspection #10129172 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192748) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are extremely well supported. Staff quickly identify if children need extra support with their learning, discuss this support with parents, and use exceptionally good links with other professionals to work closely with them. Additional funding is used well to find resources like sensory balls that promote children's brain development and support individual needs. Outdoor space Children have access to a well-resourced and meticulously planned outdoor environment where they engage in challenging physical activities. They use tricycles to transport crates to build a bridge, with staff suggesting additions like cones and introducing "stop" and "go" as part of their play. ## Parent Reviews of Portico Poppets 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKBRLabNUFE6TNwOZ6by1hvqeJX1kc5W_ph5e0G7-JsTNyp=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) biker79 4 years ago Would highly recommend this nursery. The staff are caring and responsible and are passionate about each child’s development. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNtOTZUb0tnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b1c7240c1715b:0x80afb217562f4ad4) Reviews from Google for Portico Poppets. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9272825971079072468&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2010 - July 2022 Outstanding - May 2016 Outstanding - October 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Portico Poppets ### Is Portico Poppets a day nursery or preschool? ### What outdoor space does Portico Poppets have? ### How many places does Portico Poppets have? ### What is the staff team like at Portico Poppets? ### Which curriculum does Portico Poppets follow? ### How can Portico Poppets be contacted? ### Which funding entitlements does Portico Poppets accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in St. Helens Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Portico Poppets. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre St Helens · WA10 3RE 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/small-wonders-day-care-nursery-and-enhanced-activity-centre-wa10-3re-ey421911) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Daydreams St. Helens · WA10 3HL ](/nursery/daydreams-wa10-3hl-ey372296) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rathlee Nursery School St. Helens · WA10 3HX ](/nursery/rathlee-nursery-school-wa10-3hx-ey363684) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Portico St Helens · WA9 5GG ](/nursery/portico-wa9-5gg-ey552592) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Portico Lodge St Helens · L35 7JS ](/nursery/portico-lodge-l35-7js-ey222717) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Kidzone Preschool and Out of School Club Prescot · L35 8PB ](/nursery/kidzone-preschool-and-out-of-school-club-l35-8pb-2604560) [See all nurseries in St. Helens →](/search?q=St.+Helens) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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