--- title: "Walmer Bridge Day Nursery, Preston | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/walmer-bridge-day-nursery-pr4-5ge-ey102250 description: "Walmer Bridge Day Nursery in Preston — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Walmer Bridge Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 3.0 (4 Google reviews) · 74 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge, Preston, PR4 5GE · Lancashire Number of places 69 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Lancashire ## About this day nursery Walmer Bridge Day Nursery, located in Preston, PR4 5GE, offers comprehensive childcare for children from 0 to 11 years old. The nursery operates 52 weeks a year, closing only on Bank Holidays, and provides flexible hours with sessions available from 7:30 to 18:00. Children are grouped by age into a Baby Unit (0-24 months), Toddler room (2-4 years), and Pre-School (3-4 years), with an additional Out of School and Holiday Club for 5-11 year olds. The nursery focuses on fostering successful learners and confident individuals through a blend of play-based and structured activities, both indoors in well-equipped rooms and outdoors in a spacious play area. Walmer Bridge Day Nursery maintains strong community ties, engaging in local visits to the library and parks, and offers various packages to accommodate busy families, including term-time options and flexible funded hours. The dedicated team is committed to providing a safe, secure, and engaging environment where children can thrive and enjoy new experiences, with freshly prepared meals cooked daily using locally sourced ingredients. They are also a registered provider for government early education and childcare entitlements. Parents are encouraged to contact the nursery directly for specific rates and further information. Our ethos Our experienced and dedicated staff help the children to become successful learners, confident individuals and caring contributors to society. The children learn through play and structured activities, with a balance of free choice. What it's like Children are happy in this supportive and nurturing nursery. Staff help children feel secure and confident to enable them to explore and learn. The ambitious curriculum supports all children to make good progress, with staff providing a range of enriching experiences. Flexible sessions Freshly cooked meals Outdoor play area Community-focused Government funding accepted ## Pricing & funding Fees are invoiced monthly via email. Standard tuition rates are available upon request from the nursery, while additional fees apply for meals, consumables, and a registration deposit. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - Fees are billed monthly and invoices are sent via email. - A £50.00 deposit is required to secure a place. - Consumables are charged per funded hour. ## Key facts Opening hours 07:30–18:00, 52 weeks a year (excluding Bank Holidays). Session types Full day sessions, Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions Food Freshly cooked meals and snacks provided; packed lunches are an option. Age range 0-11 years Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2001 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Walmer Bridge Day Nursery Last inspected 28 May 2025 · Natalie Myatt Overall effectiveness Good Actions the provider must take - Leaders failed to notify Ofsted of required information following a recent event. Additionally, they have not followed the procedure within their own policy when managing this. Leaders demonstrate commitment to meet this requirement in future. There is no impact on children because of this breach of requirements. What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff deliver a broad and coherently planned curriculum based on the skills and knowledge children need. - Staff ensure children are physically active in their play, both indoors and outdoors. - Staff deliver a sequenced curriculum to support children's social and emotional development. - The curriculum is ambitious for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Leaders ensure staff are well supported, leading to continuous improvement in practice and provision. Areas to develop - 1 help children to develop a deeper understanding of good practices that support their physical health - 2 provide information to parents that explains children's learning clearly to help parents understand and support the progress children make. Inspection #10388521 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280716) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The curriculum is ambitious for all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders and staff work closely with other agencies and families to ensure children receive tailored support. Staff give consideration to how routines, learning environments and equipment meet individual needs. Outdoor space Indoors and outdoors, staff support children to access equipment where they climb and balance. This provides opportunities to develop these skills and experience challenge. Children are developing coordination, strength and agility. ## Google Reviews of Walmer Bridge Day Nursery 3.0 (4 Google reviews) Tracey Eastham 2 years ago My 3rd child is now at this nursery. They offer wonderful care and my 1 year old waves happily at me when I drop her off! They are very flexible and I love that they take them out on trips quite often. Home made food and happy staff. 💛👍 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNabnNmQzFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b6cc9de4eefb7:0x76200bd52be1d59b) Hazel Wilkinson 4 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURhd3JxaV9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487b6cc9de4eefb7:0x76200bd52be1d59b) Molly Jones 7 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25CeVVqSklWbEJ6UTB0NlltcENibFoyT1MxTGVYYxAB!2m1!1s0x487b6cc9de4eefb7:0x76200bd52be1d59b) lorna hilton a year ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnbF9fdHN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487b6cc9de4eefb7:0x76200bd52be1d59b) Reviews from Google for Walmer Bridge Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=8511816305922397595&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: August 2011 - May 2025 Good - July 2019 Good - April 2018 Inadequate - January 2014 Good - August 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Walmer Bridge Day Nursery ### What is the capacity at Walmer Bridge Day Nursery? ### What are the fees at Walmer Bridge Day Nursery? ### Does Walmer Bridge Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### How can Walmer Bridge Day Nursery be contacted? ## About the setting Walmer Bridge Day Nursery is in Preston and registered in 2001. The nursery employs 14 members of staff, with varying levels of early years qualifications, including three apprentices. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, and provides government funded education for children aged from nine months. URN EY102250 Registered person Jayne Parkinson and Kenneth Ernest Parkinson Partnership Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in Preston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Walmer Bridge Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Ashleigh Nursery School Longton · PR4 5ZJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ashleigh-nursery-school-pr4-5zj-309217 - Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Elizabeth Saunders Nursery Preston · PR4 5SA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/elizabeth-saunders-nursery-pr4-5sa-2691128 - Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Briar Dene Nursery Preston · PR4 6RP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/briar-dene-nursery-pr4-6rp-ey548292 - Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### New Longton Under 5's Preston · PR4 4BD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/new-longton-under-5-s-pr4-4bd-309402 - Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### CareLoveLearn at Tarleton Nursery Preston · PR4 6AQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/carelovelearn-at-tarleton-nursery-pr4-6aq-2802130 - Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Ashbridge Nursery Hutton Preston · PR4 4AQ 4.6(35 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ashbridge-nursery-hutton-pr4-4aq-ey286886 See all nurseries in Preston →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Preston ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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