FIS: Find Pre Schools

Pre-schools or playgroups provide care and most offer early education for children between two and five years old.

You can download a list of Pre-schools in Wirral.

A  pre-school or playgroup can be organised by the community on a not-for-profit basis, often with help from parents.

Your child should experience learning and development activities suitable for their age. Pre-schools are a good way of extending your childcare and some are developing their services to offer longer sessions or full-time daycare.  

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 pre Schools in Wirral please contact the Family Information Services on fis@wirral.gov.uk  0800 0858 743