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This prestigious rating was awarded in all areas during its very first inspection, reflecting the preschool's unwavering commitment to providing top-quality early years education." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I find out about fees for St Marks Preschool St. Helens?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Preschool St. Helens prefers to discuss fees directly with prospective families. To get detailed information about their pricing and to understand the different options available, it's best to contact the preschool directly. They will be happy to provide all the necessary financial details." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does St Marks Preschool St. Helens offer funded hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, St Marks Preschool St. Helens accepts funded spaces. They welcome children eligible for the 15 hours for disadvantaged two-year-olds, the universal 15 hours for three and four-year-olds, and the 30 hours for working parents of three and four-year-olds. This makes quality childcare accessible to more families." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours for St Marks Preschool St. Helens?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Preschool St. Helens operates during term-time, aligning with the school calendar. This structure is designed to support families whose children attend school, offering consistent childcare and education during these periods. For specific session times, it's recommended to contact the preschool directly." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does St Marks Preschool St. Helens cater for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Preschool St. Helens provides a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. This focus on the early years ensures that all activities and learning experiences are perfectly tailored to the developmental needs of this specific age group, preparing them for their next steps." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long has St Marks Preschool St. Helens been recognised for its quality?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Pre-School has a strong reputation for excellence in childcare. According to its website, it \"has consistently been recognised as one of the top 20 nurseries in the North West for seven consecutive years.\" This highlights their ongoing commitment to high-quality care and parent satisfaction." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does St Marks Preschool St. Helens support children with English as an additional language?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Preschool St. Helens demonstrates a wonderful approach to supporting children with English as an additional language. The Ofsted report notes that \"When children speak English as an additional language, managers invite parents to read stories in their home languages, fascinating children and broadening their understanding of the wider world.\"" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does St Marks Preschool St. Helens promote children's independence?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, promoting independence is central to the ethos of St Marks Preschool St. Helens. The preschool's website states that it offers \"early years education with an ethos centred around preparing children for independence and new learning experiences,\" fostering a sense of capability in young learners." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does St Marks Preschool St. Helens ensure a smooth settling-in process for new children?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "St Marks Preschool St. Helens has a thorough settling-in procedure to help children feel comfortable. According to their website, this \"typically involv[es] a minimum of three sessions\" with parents staying for the first session and subsequent sessions gradually introducing independent play." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact St Marks Preschool St. Helens?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can get in touch with St Marks Preschool St. Helens by calling them on 01744 454569. They also have a website at http://www.stmarkspreschool162.co.uk/ where you can find more information about their services and facilities." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. St Marks Preschool St. Helens # St Marks Preschool St. Helens Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Oct 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 162 North Road, St. Helens, WA10 2TZ · St Helens Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2021 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 St. Marks Pre-School, located in St. Helens, WA10 2TZ, offers early years education with an ethos centred around preparing children for independence and new learning experiences. The preschool prides itself on creating a safe and engaging environment where children can learn that other adults can be a source of support and friendship. Emphasising a smooth transition, St. Marks Pre-School implements a thorough settling-in procedure, typically involving a minimum of three sessions, to ensure children feel comfortable and confident in their new setting. The first session requires parents to stay to complete paperwork and speak with their child's key person, while subsequent sessions gradually introduce periods of independent play. The preschool has a strong reputation, having been graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in all areas following its first inspection in October 2021. Furthermore, it has consistently been recognised as one of the top 20 nurseries in the North West for seven consecutive years, highlighting its commitment to high-quality childcare and parent satisfaction. St. Marks Pre-School accepts funded spaces for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds and encourages prospective families to arrange visits to meet the team and explore the facilities. What it's like Children arrive at the pre-school with a strong sense of purpose, greeted by managers and staff who are equally enthusiastic for the day. This creates an environment where children are ready for new and familiar experiences, entering a world shaped by staff's expert understanding of child development. All children, including those with EAL and SEND, make excellent progress and feel secure. Ofsted Outstanding Award-winning Settling-in procedure Funded spaces accepted ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (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://www.stmarkspreschool162.co.uk/admissions-procedure) ## Key facts Waitlist Spaces available for September 2026 for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Marks Preschool St. Helens Inspection date Oct 2021 Inspection no. 10190681 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171586)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY560059) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-mark-s-pre-school-wa10-2tz-ey560059) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Marks Preschool St. Helens Last inspected 7 October 2021 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 Children arrive at the pre-school with a strong sense of purpose, greeted by managers and staff who are equally enthusiastic for the day. This creates an environment where children are ready for new and familiar experiences, entering a world shaped by staff's expert understanding of child development. All children, including those with EAL and SEND, make excellent progress and feel secure. Inspector highlights - Managers demonstrate superb attention to detail that underpins the curriculum, such as equipping a 'dough station' for children to learn to make play dough independently. - Staff plan activities that precisely target children's communication skills, seamlessly integrating concepts like 'taller' and 'tallest' into engaging play. - When children speak English as an additional language, managers invite parents to read stories in their home languages, fascinating children and broadening their understanding of the wider world. - Staff expertly apply their knowledge of child development to sequence children's learning, helping younger children develop dexterity and older children form written letters correctly. - Staff act swiftly and effectively to support children whose development gives cause for concern, closely partnering with external professionals for children with SEND. Inspection #10190681 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171586) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > pre-school activities create a lasting impression on not only the children but parents and carers too Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children who speak English as an additional language and children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make excellent progress and feel extremely secure. Staff act swiftly and effectively to support children whose development gives cause for concern. Children who have SEND benefit from the pre-school's close partnership with external professionals. Staff carefully dovetail children's individual learning programmes into planned and spontaneous teaching. Outdoor space Children eagerly volunteer to help staff to check for hazards before outdoor play. They quickly spot that the gate needs closing to keep everyone safe. They know that they must tell an adult if anything is broken. This helps children learn to think ahead about health and safety matters. ## Parent Reviews of St Marks Preschool St. Helens 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIDKeykXwl85AU2-OKpmoN8YzX6x3fg6q9JhZq8QGONC-Y9Qw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Valerie Campbell 10 months ago Amazing pre school for your little ones. Very professional, caring and excellent Ofsted reports. Would highly recommend ✴️✴️✴️✴️✴️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKamFtNXpUMTk1WWxWelRXMWtaekpXTjJOM1VYYxAB!2m1!1s0x487b1b2e37ffc111:0xd63c6cf99af68e53) Reviews from Google for St Marks Preschool St. Helens. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171586) ## Frequently asked about St Marks Preschool St. Helens ### What is St Marks Preschool St. Helens' Ofsted rating? ### How can I find out about fees for St Marks Preschool St. Helens? ### Does St Marks Preschool St. Helens offer funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for St Marks Preschool St. Helens? ### What age range does St Marks Preschool St. Helens cater for? ### How long has St Marks Preschool St. Helens been recognised for its quality? ### How does St Marks Preschool St. Helens support children with English as an additional language? ### Does St Marks Preschool St. Helens promote children's independence? ### How does St Marks Preschool St. Helens ensure a smooth settling-in process for new children? ### How can I contact St Marks Preschool St. Helens? ## About the setting St Mark's Pre-School registered in 2018. The pre-school employs three members of childcare staff, with two holding level 3 qualifications and one holding early years teacher status. It operates Monday to Friday during school terms, from 9am until 4pm, providing funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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