Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Halton Lodge Children's Centre, Grangeway, Runcorn WA7 5LU
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Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery is located in Halton, Runcorn, and is run by a well-qualified, kind and caring team who make the most of indoor and outdoor learning environments in order to support positive early years learning.

The nursery offers 56 Ofsted registered places for children aged from birth to five years and all professionals are trained to pursue key Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) objectives.

In a healthy and secure environment, children are able to experience age-specific learning and parents are kept up-to-date with their progress.

Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in October 2018, the nursery is open from 8.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays and three staff training days.

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Care Provided by Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Joanne Burke (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1096526
  • Total Places for Children
  • 56
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • 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
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

  • Babies Full Day session £48.00
    Babies AM/PM session £29.00
    Toddler full day session £42.00
    Toddler AM/PM £26.00
    Preschool Full day £40.00
    Preschool AM/PM £25.00


Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery Reviews (66)

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Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery has 66 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My boy is in his final few months attending Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery as he is ready for big school, and I can't thank the staff enough for their dedication, commitment and support towards my boy. He has been a huge part of this nursery family and has thrived and learnt so much over his journey
there. The staff are amazing in every aspect of his learning. They do such an outstanding job with every child in their care. I'll be sad to leave them in the summer. They are an amazing team, and forever grateful to each and every one of them. Thank you Ladybirds.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for the lovely review. It has genuinely been our pleasure to care for him since he was a baby. He has grown tremendously during his time with us, both in size and development. The team truly appreciates your kind words.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ladybirds is such a wonderful nursery, the management team and staff always go above and beyond for the children and their days are always filled with fun activities. My children always look forward to going in and come home happy. The only improvement would be for the meal provision. We provide a lunchbox
for lunch and often the evening meal is just a light snack like cheese on toast. Wondering if this is something that is going to be looked at in the near future. Everything else is 5-star.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you very much for your kind review. We take great pride in our team and their commitment to making learning enjoyable for the children every day. Currently, we do not have the facilities to offer a full hot meal for the children, but we are exploring new ways to provide nutritious and tasty menus for tea time.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Where do I start. The best nursery in Runcorn. All the staff are fun, welcoming, kind, caring and treat our kids like their own. The love and care we see on a daily basis is beyond what any parent could wish for. Knowing are children are safe and looked after is half the battle, at Ladybirds you don't
have to worry about that! Every day is fun day! Couldn't recommend them enough!

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for such kind words about what we provide at our nursery, we are very proud to hear this feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We're so glad we picked Ladybirds. After looking at several nurseries, I knew Ladybirds was the one for us, baby room sold it for me. I loved that we could have multiple settling-in sessions until everyone was comfortable with my child being in their care for a full day, it made it so much easier for
me.
I've loved seeing the learning journey in pre school room, delving into a topic/subject and building knowledge around it.
The staff and management are an absolute credit to the nursery. They genuinely care and support my child.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are so pleased that your experience with us was so positive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery. All the staff are so invested in each and every one of the children. Both of mine enjoyed every day there, never had any complaints. Sad to see my daughter leave this year, thank you for everything.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for this wonderful review for our nursery we really appreciate your kind words. It has been our pleasure caring for both of your children.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing, my son went, my daughter went and my youngest daughter will be starting at Easter. Couldn't have chosen a better setting. Everyone's always on hand to help, to listen and to go out there way for the children.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased you and your children have enjoyed being part of our Ladybirds family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter came to this nursery after a bad experience from a previous. My daughter has loved coming to this nursery and the staff have been amazing. I honestly can't say a bad word from drop off to pick up my child has always been happy and can't wait to get in or return. I can't thank the nursery
enough. I will miss it and would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for leaving us this review we are so happy that you and your child have had such a good experience at our nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the age of 9 months, my little boy had been in a nursery local to a town we used to live. Just before September 2023, my son moved to Ladybirds Nursery. Within days he was so comfortable in his new environment.
The amazing staff have fed his little imagination with the most wonderful stories and
experiences, which he has such joy in telling me about at home time.
The best nursery I could have ever put my child in. Would 1000 percent recommend it to anybody looking for a local nursery.
Caring and devoted staff, always putting all their effort into making the nursery a fabulous place for the children.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we are so pleased that your child is enjoying his time with us at Ladybirds and that you are happy with what we provide at our nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is outstanding, my little girl absolutely loves it here and has come on so much since attending Ladybirds Nursery, she was a preemie baby so I was scared of her being behind but the staff's teamwork and support has ensured that my child is up to speed with the rest of the children and isn’t
being left out or made to feel different. She absolutely loves it there, staff are so friendly and welcoming and the nursery in general is a clean calm environment, making me feel secure and a sense of relief when drooping her off as I know she is safe and well looked after, can’t praise this nursery enough!

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for such an amazing review, we are so proud of what our team provide and how they strive to make our nursery a perfect place to learn and grow for your daughter and all of her friends.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter is in the preschool room and absolutely loves it, she goes in every day so happy to be there, when she’s not in nursery she’s counting down the days to when she is back in. When I pick her up she says she’s had the best day ever, she’s come on so much with her speech and things since attending
this nursery. All the staff are so lovely and welcoming and go above and beyond, my little boy is also in the baby room sometimes and again couldn’t thank the staff enough, very loving and caring towards my little boy and also make sure he’s okay when he gets upset because he’s not with me. Lovely environment and lots to do for the children.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you very much for such a lovely review. We are glad both of your children enjoy their time with us at Ladybirds.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is my second time around with my child going from toddlers to preschool in this setting done, and both times I could not thank the staff enough for how amazing they have been with my children. My two children are completely different, one outgoing very loud and quite difficult, the other quite
shy, social but only on their ques, after coming here they both were and are ready for school. Amazing nursery, amazing staff and incredibly friendly too. Thank you for everything you have all done for my children.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for this lovely review, it is so nice to hear such good feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Ladybirds since he was 1.5 years old; he's now 2.5 and absolutely loves it. He has learned so much with the support of the staff. All the staff are lovely, friendly and helpful, and the children love them. The rooms are great, and the staff change the themes every few weeks
so the children have something new and fresh to learn about. They get plenty of fruit and veg at snack time, which I love, and it's helped my son explore foods, and now he is not a fussy eater.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for your review; we are so pleased to hear that you are so happy with what we provide for your son at our nursery. We are happy that we have been able to help him explore new foods at snacktimes with us too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Two of my children have attended this nursery, and it's amazing.
The equipment and learning styles, and tools they use are of a high standard. The staff are very friendly and caring, and they cater to all learning needs, making every day fun.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for your review, we do care a lot about the environment and equipment we provide and the way we teach to support the children's learning and it's nice that you have mentioned this.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one struggles with being left at nursery sometimes. The staff notice this and come straight over to reassure her. She is then settled within minutes and enjoys the rest of her session without being upset.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you for your review, we do try hard to make sure children feel safe and secure in our care and help them to settle the best that they can. She really does love nursery when she has settled after a few minutes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery has been a good experience for my daughter and we will continue to use the nursery as she has become so confident and her keyworker (teacher) has made her feel so comfortable and she's attached so much to her, my daughter absolutely loves her, thank you so much for making
her feel so comfortable without Mum or Dad.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you very much for your review, our key person approach is really important to us and to you as the family to feel happy that your daughter is settled, feeling secure with her key person attachment and thriving in our care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two little boys currently attend Ladybirds Nursery with one leaving for big school soon and I just cannot express how amazing the staff are here. My boys absolutely love going, their confidence has grown so much, they never want to leave! Ladybirds are literally one big family, they care for my boys
with all they have, always helping and supporting them, which isn’t easy! I honestly couldn’t recommend this nursery enough, they go above and beyond for everyone and my boys just adore it here.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you very much for this lovely review it really means a lot you think so highly of us and the work that we do.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I highly recommend this nursery. The team is friendly and kind, and the nursery is coordinated and clean all time. My daughter loves to go there every day, She likes it and loves her friends and teachers as well.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our nursery, it has been our pleasure to care for your daughter.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is the best nursery we’ve ever picked, staff are amazing so helpful and always willing to help. They treat the children like their own always cared for. My daughters confidence has grown so much since starting here and she is now ready for school. My son will be attending this nursery when he is
old enough. Can’t compliment staff enough and the manager is fantastic. We will miss seeing all the staff every morning. Would recommend to anybody looking for a place at nursery.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

What a wonderful review, such kind words thank you so much. We really appreciate the feedback and it has been our pleasure to care for your daughter and we wish he good luck in Big school. We look forward to welcoming you back with your son in the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend ladybirds nursery, my daughter has been going since the age of 1, now 3. They are absolutely amazing, my daughter has progressed so much since being there. The staff are friendly, helpful and trustworthy. I feel at ease everyday knowing I can leave my daughter at nursery knowing she
is in a safe environment and well looked after.

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Such a wonderful review, thank you so much for this it really means a lot. We are very happy your daughter enjoys her time here and that you feel at ease leaving her here to be cared for.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing stuff who does a brilliant job. Well done to everyone and each of you. My son learned so many positive things, and enjoyed every minute in the nursery, waiting to see his favourite stuff and activities they do in every session. A huge thank you!

Reply from Joanne Burke, Manager at Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review, it has been our pleasure to care for your son.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.962)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10 for Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.962 for Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (228 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 236 Ratings = 4.962

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery is based on 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 56 number of registered child places is 11.2, which has been reached with 20 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (17)

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Joanne

Job Title: Early Years Manager

Joined: 2005

Level 5 NVQ Childcare

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Shannon

Job Title: Early Years Assistant Manager

Joined: 2012

Level 3 Diploma Childcare

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Julie

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 1999

Level 4 NVQ Childcare

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Lorraine

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2006

Level 4 NVQ Childcare

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Kim

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 1999

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare

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Kerry

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2006

Level 3 Childcare Diploma

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Nicole

Job Title: Lead Early Years Educator

Joined: 2017

Level 2 NVQ Childcare

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Leanne

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2017

Level 2 NVQ Childcare

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Steven

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2011

Level 3 NVQ Childcare

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Laura

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2008

Level 3 Childcare Diploma

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Lynn

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2010

Level 2 childcare NVQ

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Roxanne

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2022

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Rebecca

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Asisstant

Joined: 2023

Unqualified

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Nicoll

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2023

NVQ level 2

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Kelly

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Asisstant

Joined: 2023

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Leanne

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Asisstant

Joined: 2023

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Samantha

Job Title: Nursery Cleaner

Joined: 2024

NVQ level 3

Frequently Asked Questions about Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery accepts?

Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery Open?

Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery 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 Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery have capacity for?

Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery has capacity for a total of 56 Children.

How far is Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery to the centre of Runcorn?

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