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His vocabulary ,toilet training, social interaction came on leaps on bounds. The only thing that I didn't like about this nursery was you are not allowed to go in and I think this is a big shame i couldn't see where my child played or interacted with others. Also this had a big impact on developing realtionships with my sons keyworker as other staff members would answer the door at drop off and pick up..", "datePublished": "2025-08-28T19:36:06.416359221Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Niall Burgess" }, "reviewBody": "The team at ducklings look after my daughter Erin. She has come on leaps and bounds since starting and has learnt so much. She enjoys it and the staff are great with her. 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The Ducklings Day Nursery # The Ducklings Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Oct 2023) · 4.8 (4 Google reviews) · 115 Warrington Road, LEIGH, WN7 3XF · Wigan Number of places 72 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Wigan 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 The Ducklings Day Nursery, situated in Leigh, is an award-winning early childhood education provider that has achieved an "Outstanding" rating in all areas. The day nursery is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. They offer comprehensive childcare services, focusing on providing high-quality care and education. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to creating a positive and enriching experience for every child in their care, encouraging development and learning through engaging activities and a supportive atmosphere. They are conveniently located on Warrington Road and can be contacted via phone or email for inquiries. What it's like Children thrive in this exceptional setting where staff prioritise relationships and provide the utmost care and attention. The setting fosters an ethos of "love and care," ensuring children feel safe, secure, and engrossed in ambitious activities. Highly qualified management and leaders implement a broad and ambitious curriculum, offering children exceptional early learning experiences. Award-winning Ofsted Outstanding ## Pricing & funding 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 →](http://www.theducklingsdaynursery.co.uk/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2008 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Ducklings Day Nursery Last inspected 25 October 2023 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 thrive in this exceptional setting where staff prioritise relationships and provide the utmost care and attention. The setting fosters an ethos of "love and care," ensuring children feel safe, secure, and engrossed in ambitious activities. Highly qualified management and leaders implement a broad and ambitious curriculum, offering children exceptional early learning experiences. Inspector highlights - Children thrive in an exceptional setting with an ethos of love and care. - Highly qualified management and leaders implement a broad, ambitious curriculum. - The nursery provides excellent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Children's early communication and language development is a key strength. - Staff are immensely proud to be part of the team and speak highly of the inspirational leaders. Inspection #10305387 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234386) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Ducklings Day Nursery Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10305387 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234386)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY370719) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.theducklingsdaynursery.co.uk/) 115 Warrington Road, LEIGH, WN7 3XF ## Explore day nurseries near LEIGH - [Day nurseries in LEIGH](/search?q=LEIGH) - [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=the-ducklings-day-nursery-wn7-3xf-ey370719) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery provides excellent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The well-qualified special educational needs coordinator provides tailored support for children, creating and implementing small interventions such as sensory experiences. Staff work closely with other professionals to share valuable information, ensuring children with SEND receive early and ongoing support. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. Older children plan their own play and learn how to manage and assess risk as 'risk rangers' outdoors, problem-solving in the outdoor space. ## Google Reviews of The Ducklings Day Nursery 4.8 (4 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKzE2X9gtOZ1pkx87WgRph83kDC0ZuU-G2pddtZM4fUAmyPWw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lyndsay Grundy 8 months ago My little boy Jack loved going to this nursery and had his last day here today.. His vocabulary ,toilet training, social interaction came on leaps on bounds. The only thing that I didn't like about this nursery was you are not allowed to go in and I think this is a big shame i couldn't see where my child played or interacted with others. Also this had a big impact on developing realtionships with my sons keyworker as other staff members would answer the door at drop off and pick up.. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tjd2VtOXNNMXBsUjBOZk5XbHZia0pKV0hvd2VrRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0773707d4229:0xdc3c2857ed8a250d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUjSVUD4hyndZYL1AcqBz3tqQ9K9cu-Az8Ik82D7Q4GgMn9XC1R=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Niall Burgess 11 months ago The team at ducklings look after my daughter Erin. She has come on leaps and bounds since starting and has learnt so much. She enjoys it and the staff are great with her. Would 100% recommend this nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VNanN3YW5OM2FPanBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b0773707d4229:0xdc3c2857ed8a250d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWiSecOuYBvtv-DvkUdiar7uEEc8ehe5nXPVJpgagPezsYsayo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Kayleigh Heaton 2 years ago My two littles attend here and I cannot fault them at all. Every single staff member is so kind and approachable, they go above and beyond for the kids and nothing is too much trouble. I miss my littles terribly whilst working so I would love it if I knew everything they did in the day, but frankly I'd rather the staff be as hands on and amazing with the kids as they are rather than filling in update books daily. I never doubt this is the right nursery for my girls - they love it so much most days they don't even wave goodbye! A credit to their staff completely. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ5OXNxblZREAE!2m1!1s0x487b0773707d4229:0xdc3c2857ed8a250d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWQdVm1H23if0UvLW5TL-Iv-qYPtNgHGoBuGciGs6ZfrRblDTdl=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) sarah evans 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaaDhlcmZnEAE!2m1!1s0x487b0773707d4229:0xdc3c2857ed8a250d) Reviews from Google for The Ducklings Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15869603545059304717&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2009 - October 2023 Outstanding - February 2018 Outstanding - July 2014 Outstanding - February 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about The Ducklings Day Nursery ### How can the nursery be contacted? ### What are the main strengths of The Ducklings Day Nursery? ### What is the age range at The Ducklings Day Nursery? ### Whereabouts is The Ducklings Day Nursery? ### How does The Ducklings Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in LEIGH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Ducklings Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Little Rainbows' Day Nursery Leigh · WN7 2RP 5.0(18 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-rainbows-day-nursery-wn7-2rp-ey431521) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Rainbows' 2 Nursery Leigh · WN7 1BP 5.0(15 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-rainbows-2-nursery-wn7-1bp-ey482221) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### ABC Castle Nursery Leigh · WN7 1AZ ](/nursery/abc-castle-nursery-wn7-1az) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The Beeches Pre School Leigh · WN7 3LJ ](/nursery/the-beeches-pre-school-wn7-3lj-ey501739) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Fairfield Nursery Leigh · WN7 4HW 3.8(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/fairfield-nursery-wn7-4hw-501156) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Twist Lane Nursery Leigh · WN7 4BZ ](/nursery/twist-lane-nursery-wn7-4bz-323008) [See all nurseries in LEIGH →](/search?q=LEIGH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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