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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre # Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 5.0 (6 parent reviews) · Sunbury Street, St Helens, WA10 3RE · St Helens Number of places 84 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority St Helens About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Located in St Helens, WA10 3RE, Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre was registered in 2011 as a childcare on non-domestic premises setting. The nursery operates year-round from Monday to Friday, between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm, providing full-day care for children aged 0 to 5. The setting is equipped to accommodate 84 children, with 74 currently on roll. The dedicated team comprises 12 childcare staff members, with 11 holding appropriate early years qualifications, including three at level 6 and seven at level 3. The nursery offers funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. An Ofsted inspection on July 3, 2023, affirmed the nursery's "Good" overall effectiveness. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the "good vibes" created by staff and leaders, feeling well-informed about their child's progress and proud of their achievements. The leadership team is passionate and dedicated, fostering a positive and high-morale environment, supported by effective supervision that enhances staff confidence. What it's like Children are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by staff. They feel comfortable exploring their environment, and babies form close bonds with staff, often seeking cuddles. Staff consistently encourages positive behaviour, sharing and turn-taking. Children enjoy sensory and creative activities, making good progress from the start. Staff know children well and plan experiences tailored to individual learning needs and interests, providing exciting opportunities and supporting choices in learning. Good overall effectiveness Supportive family environment Strong language development Health and well-being focused ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2011 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre Last inspected 3 July 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by staff. They feel comfortable exploring their environment, and babies form close bonds with staff, often seeking cuddles. Staff consistently encourages positive behaviour, sharing and turn-taking. Children enjoy sensory and creative activities, making good progress from the start. Staff know children well and plan experiences tailored to individual learning needs and interests, providing exciting opportunities and supporting choices in learning. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted with warmth and enthusiasm by staff when they arrive at the nursery. - Babies show particularly close bonds with the staff who care for them. - Staff take a consistent approach to teaching children about the boundaries for their behaviour at nursery. - Toddlers experience foam and water while learning about the seaside. - Children and staff have good relationships and staff know children well. - Leaders and staff support families very well. - Interactions between staff and children are very good. - Staff promote children's health and well-being throughout the nursery day. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff in how to identify more clearly what they want children to learn as they plan and provide opportunities and experiences. Inspection #10295441 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227295) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10295441 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227295)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY421911) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=small-wonders-day-care-nursery-and-enhanced-activity-centre-wa10-3re-ey421911) ## Parent Reviews of Small Wonders Day Care Nursery and Enhanced Activity Centre 5.0 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJCXnyEPQokkW6vXVdPLxo9UnFtq_GVz6qjpTo84uRdqMp-ew=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rachael Mitchell 7 years ago Fantastic nursery, with awesome staff! Renovations along with the staff make it a perfect place for children to learn and develop! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJbzdPVThnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b1c0d27dac58f:0x96d1f9b629884cd1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVUd2nf5KiIPa6PQbcJ5MXrk3fpleW1h_nYZ-9cDo3rih_dGWQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Stacey Pack 7 years ago Great nursery and brilliant staff! Would definitely recommend. 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