What is the Age Range of Children that S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre accepts?

S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre accepts Children aged from 9 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre Open?

S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre have capacity for?

S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre has capacity for a total of 56 Children.

How far is S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre to the centre of Ellesmere Port?

0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre, Portside Children's Centre, Egerton Street, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH65 2BY

Review from N E (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025
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Portside Nursery has brilliant facilities both indoor and outdoor. The staff are all helpful and always have your child's best interests in mind. I would highly recommend this nursery. They also have exceptional care and knowledge for SEN children and always try to put provisions in place.

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Review from Becky W (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2024
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My son is quite hard to understand what he needs and what he likes, as his mother I was really worried that they would not understand what he needed as at the moment my son is still not talking fully but I can't praise the nursery and all the staff that work there. Every single one of them has been

amazing with my child from making sure he's happy giving him cuddles when he's sad, talking to him and playing with him. Sometimes just a cuddle is all the kids need. My child got quite upset leaving me but is slowly starting to settle and that all down to the staff and the team at Ellesmere Port Nursery. Can't recommend it enough. I was so worried about my child going to nursery but the manager and the rest of the amazing team reassured me every morning and I know as his mum, it's the best for him. They are all wonderful and I can't wait to see how much he comes along over time.

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Review from Riv B (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024
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My daughter started here in January 24 at the age of 2, she has come on leaps and bounds in just 2.5/3 short months considering she only does x2 full days a week. I've not only seen an improvement in her skills and milestones but in how happy she is to actually go into nursery - no more tears on arrival

or pick up, she seems really settled and happy to be there (my biggest fear was putting her in a nursery that suited me workwise, but didn't suit her and left her unsettled).
All the staff are wonderful with my daughter, you can really see the focus on nurturing the children. Can't fault the place.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for such a lovely review. It is lovely to see her now settled and enjoying her time at nursery.

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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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My 2-year-old absolutely loves coming to nursery here, she always asks when she’s going to nursery because she is so excited! She has really come on well with her speech since being here. All of the staff have been fabulous and I feel she is in safe hands when leaving her here. Thanks so much!

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for taking the time and your lovely positive review. I am glad she loves to come here and we look forward to seeing her big smile on arrival. She is a friendly little girl who has made lots of lovely little friendships.

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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I use S4YC Portside every Mon Tues after school, staff so good with my daughter. She really enjoys going to the after-school club there.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for your review. She loves to initiate chats with the staff and storytimes at the end of the day.

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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Very friendly and supportive staff, always help and go above beyond with any matters that may arise or concerns I may have regarding my children. Have helped both my children develop massively with their speech and interaction with other children.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a lovely review. Both girls are so happy and confident and it's lovely to share their achievements with you at handover times.

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Review from Chloe S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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I highly recommend this nursery! Fantastic staff who go above and beyond to ensure that all children's and parents needs are met. They offer a safe environment for all children. My little boy absolutely loves coming to school and I can leave knowing he's safe and happy

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for your positive review. He has settled really quickly and it is lovely to see him growing in confidence.

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Review from Melissa C (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024
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Lovely nursery. My daughter loves attending nursery, and all the staff make her feel so loved and welcome.
She has little targets to try and reach, which the teachers encourage. It’s clean, and the children have lots of toys and activities to do daily.
I would 100% recommend this nursery to all

family and friends.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for your lovely review. I'm glad she enjoys coming she has settled beautifully.

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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2024
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Excellent school - made my little one feel so welcome. My little one absolutely loves the school and is always excited to go. All the teachers and staff are lovely and very friendly. Always get updates after school to see how the little ones have been and get on.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a lovely review.

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Review from Chris W (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2024
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My daughter loves the nursery and all staff are great.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Hi Chris,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Glad she loves it here.

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Review from E P (Grandmother of Child) published on 7 March 2024
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Very friendly staff.
It was lovely to see the staff doing sign language for those children with reduced vocabulary.
Staff appear very organised and very friendly. My granddaughter is improving so much, the whole family is delighted with her progress.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely, positive review.

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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024
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My non-verbal child read an entire book today, out loud!
It could have been through memory rather than reading the words. But either way, she read the entire book. I am absolutely overwhelmed at her progress.
The staff have been amazing!
Credit to:- the early years practitioner, the room leader,

the early years apprentices and the amazing management.
I am absolutely filled with gratitude for all you have done!

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for such a lovely review. It has been a joy to work with her and it was such a special moment to see her so engrossed and able to read out the story, even if it was from memory, she can express her favourite things to staff and they enjoy sharing moments together. I know it was a very emotional moment to hear her reading the book recently.

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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024
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Both my boys have been here, one is still here and he loves it. The staff are so helpful and are very welcoming. I have recommended S4YC @ Portside to lots of family and friends. The children are very looked after here and always laughing and smiling.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for your lovely review and for recommending us to your family and friends.
Your boys have been a delight to work with.

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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Amazing staff, always there for my child's needs. I would 100% recommend this nursery to family and friends. My son loves it there.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you, I'm glad he loves it here. It is a joy to see his big smile on arrival to sessions.

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Review from Aisha P (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2024
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The staff are wonderful and friendly. My daughter looks forward to attending her sessions. The setting is lovely and they have plenty to offer to keep children engaged. Nice to get the debrief on collection. So far, we are all very happy. Thank you team!

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Hi Aisha, thank you for your lovely review. Glad she enjoys coming to nursery, she is a pleasure to look after. I love our little chats that she initiates with me. She has settled beautifully and made lots of friendships.

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Review from Kelly H (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2024
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My daughter started on the 9th of January and all of the staff at Portside have been amazing with her. She has settled in really quickly and has been welcomed and supported by all the staff, they all take time to make sure every handover is completed. It really is an amazing setting and I'm happy my

daughter attends this nursery. The staff even made sure they knew the name of my daughter's favourite teddy which really does mean a lot to us.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you for your lovely review Kelly. She has settled beautifully and favourite teddies are a very important part of that transition. It is lovely to see her growing in confidence and exploring all areas.

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Review from L M (Father of Child) published on 2 February 2024
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Facilities are always clean and well-maintained. Staff are warm and welcoming at the start of the day and ask how the child has been and if there’s anything they need to know. When we pick up at the end of the day/session they always have something good to tell us about how the child has been throughout

the day. Staff are always attentive to the child’s needs and flexible with parent and family needs. Would definitely recommend this location for your childcare needs.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you Lawrence for your lovely feedback. It is a pleasure working with you all and seeing him grow in confidence every day :)

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Review from Hannah J (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2024
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My daughter attended this nursery when she turned 2, very difficult at first she wouldn't settle because she had been with me every day since born. The staff at S4YC were patient with her and she soon settled and started to love going, talking about friends and nursery at home. I can't thank each and

every one of them for everything you have done, even supporting myself when finding days hard. The only reason she is leaving is because we are moving house otherwise she would be there till she starts reception. Will miss you all and always remember how lovely you all were with myself and my children. I would definitely recommend this nursery. Thank you for everything.

Reply from Helen Moore, Nursery Manager at S4YC @ Portside Childrens Centre

Thank you Hannah for your lovely feedback. It has been an absolute joy to work with you both and it was lovely to see her progress and celebrate her successes and achievements with you as she grew in confidence. We will miss you both and would like to wish you all the very best of luck in your new home and setting.

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Review from Annmarie D (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023
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This has been a fantastic nursery for my son. He has cerebral palsy and other problems and the staff have been so understanding and kind. Always willing to help in any situation. Fantastic nursery, all the staff have been so welcoming. They made me feel at ease leaving my child there.

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Review from Pamela Y (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2017
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