FIS: Find Nurseries

DAY NURSERIES

A day nursery provides care and education for children between the ages of six weeks and five years. They can be run by the Council, the community, based in the workplace or privately run.

You can download a list of Day Nurseries in Wirral.

You can send your child full or part time, and s/he should experience learning and development activities suitable for their age. 

NURSERY SCHOOLS AND CLASSES

Nursery schools and nursery classes provide early education and childcare for children between three and five years old (some will take children from two and a half).

Some schools and classes are part of the state education system, others are run by private and voluntary sector organisations. Private provision charge fees which vary across the country. Your child should experience learning and development activities suitable for their age.

QUESTIONS TO ASK DAY CARE PROVIDERS FOR CHILDREN AGED 0-5

• Can you talk me through a typical day/week?
• What kind of activities do you plan?
• What are the arrangements for rest/sleeping?
• Are there opportunities for children to have access to an outdoor area?
• Are there both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities?
• What records do you keep on the child?
• How is this communicated to me?
• How do you work in partnership with other professionals?
• Are there any additional costs?
• How much emphasis is there on parental involvement? How can I get involved?
• Do you offer wrap around care?
• Do the children have any opportunities to go on any outings? If yes what safety processes are in place? (eg consent forms, additional staff, risk assessment)
• What qualifications do your staff hold?
• Can I see your registration certificate?

For Further Information on Day Nurseries in Wirral please contact the Family Information Services on fis@wirral.gov.uk or 0800 0858 743