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Waterloo Road Under 5's # Waterloo Road Under 5's Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 24A Dunkirk Road, Southport, PR8 4RQ · Sefton Number of places 20 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Sefton 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 Waterloo Road Community Pre-school offers a supportive and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to develop their own ideas and make choices. The pre-school prioritises high-quality care and education for children below statutory school age, working in collaboration with parents to foster learning and development. They aim to enrich the local community and deliver an inclusive service that celebrates diversity. Each child at Waterloo Road is guaranteed a secure and engaging setting, receiving ample attention from qualified staff due to favourable staff-to-child ratios. Children have opportunities for collaborative play and learning with peers and adults, and their progress is nurtured through a keyworker system that builds upon their existing knowledge. The pre-school views parents as essential partners in their child's educational journey and encourages their involvement in shaping the services offered. Their approach to learning emphasises active engagement and play, recognising these as key to how young children process and comprehend the world. Our ethos Waterloo Road Community Pre-school's approach to learning emphasises active engagement and play, recognising these as key to how young children process and comprehend the world. They foster learning and development in collaboration with parents, aiming to enrich the local community and deliver an inclusive service that celebrates diversity. Each child is guaranteed a secure and engaging setting where they are encouraged to develop their own ideas and make choices, with their progress nurtured through a keyworker system and opportunities for collaborative play. What it's like Children arrive happy, excited and emotionally secure as they are welcomed into the nurturing environment of the pre-school. The relationships formed between the children and key workers ensure that children's self-esteem is supported. Children make good progress from their starting points. Community Pre-school In the moment planning Term-time only ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged at a flat hourly rate, which is reviewed annually. The nursery does not apply any additional top-up charges. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are reviewed annually. - No additional 'top-up' charges are applied. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Waterloo Road Under 5's Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10236403 Lead inspector Samantha Reeve Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196155)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY479666) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.waterlooroadpreschool.co.uk/photo-gallery) 24A Dunkirk Road, Southport, PR8 4RQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-3.02074/53.6249/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Southport - [Day nurseries in Southport](/search?q=Southport) - [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=waterloo-road-under-5-s-pr8-4rq-ey479666) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9:00-15:45 (term time only), with an 8:30 start option. Session types Morning session (9:00-12:00), Lunch session (12:00-12:45), Afternoon session (12:45-15:45) Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2014 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Waterloo Road Under 5's Last inspected 9 September 2022 · Samantha Reeve Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive happy, excited and emotionally secure as they are welcomed into the nurturing environment of the pre-school. The relationships formed between the children and key workers ensure that children's self-esteem is supported. Children make good progress from their starting points. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happy, excited and emotionally secure. - Staff have high expectations for the children and provide engaging learning opportunities. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. - Children develop independence and the essential skills they need for school. - Parents are highly positive about this pre-school and the progress their children make. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen professional development opportunities to progress teaching skills to ensure all children receive a high standard of education - 2 provide staff with more targeted supervision and coaching so they can develop their practice to a consistently high level. Inspection #10236403 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196155) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents no longer enter the premises as they did before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, they confirm their children settle quickly and information is shared daily." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. Staff use early screening assessments to swiftly identify where children require additional support. The manager uses additional funding to support children's individual learning and care needs, such as providing one-to-one support or specific resources and equipment. Staff liaise well with relevant professionals and readily use their advice. Outdoor space Children's learning opportunities are extended to develop their understanding of the wider world. Some children do not have access to a garden, so the pre-school goes out for regular walks to the local woodland to teach the children about nature. Children are encouraged to follow their own interests in both the indoor and outdoor environments. ## Parent Reviews of Waterloo Road Under 5's 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLE0d2YNWByQY5X4ku6iKYf8wwV3G6o3GDG4Tx4PjRmunWeZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alisha Hughes 10 months ago A home-from-home setting in a tucked away, peaceful location. Children and their individual interests, personalities and needs are at the heart of everything that happens here. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xZMWJrazNVM0Z4Y1hrMU9FZHVjbVZHYlVkVmQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x487b3eb2e01881e3:0x1e66a4dbe0083a67) Reviews from Google for Waterloo Road Under 5's. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2190619533025753703&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Ofsted records show this provider has **closed** and was never graded. 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