Explorers Kirkby

Broad Lane, Southdene, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 6QG
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Explorers Kirkby keep parents fully informed of their child's early years progress, making the most of a versatile setting and range of resources to support the development of skills.

All staff are qualified and trained to meet Ofsted objectives, aiming to see each child get the best start in life and to develop strong language skills.

An open door policy helps parents to feel positive about the service, as well as the professional and friendly team.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Anne Bevan (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Total Places for Children

  • 82

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • 0-2 years £70,
    2-3 years £65,
    3-5 years £60.

  • 30 hr funding, 2 year and 3, 4 year funding available - contact the nursery for more information

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 & Christmas

Explorers Kirkby Reviews (18)

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Explorers Kirkby has a Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Explorers Kirkby has 18 reviews.

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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, my little boy loves it and is always super excited to go! Never had any issues, staff are welcoming, friendly and caring! Always kept up to date on what he's been getting up to on the app. My little boy has came on loads since being at the nursery, I would highly recommend!
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Review from Danielle F (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended explorers Kirkby since he was 19 months old he is now 4 ..and the setting as a whole has helped him flourish .my son is on the pathway and staff/ management have gone above and beyond with their support ,advice ,knowledge . And have always took the time to listen ,answer any questions
I had .they are emphatic,compassionate,kind and caring and have provided a safe place for my son to flourish .when my son leaves to start reception in September both he and I are going to miss the staff so much .i would /have recommended explorers to anyone looking for a nursery /pre-school .
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Review from M S (Father of Child) published on 4 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great place, did a good effort on the graduation party, well decorated and eventful, made it lovely for our daughter. Been very helpful in general and have good staff. Good food always comes out full. would recommend.
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Review from Rhianne R (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been with this nursery for 18 months now and they have been amazing. The staff are great with the kids and provide lots of updates on what your child is doing. We have a child in preschool and one in baby room and feel the staff go above and beyond, they can't do enough for you.
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son love going in to nursery walks straight in. Loves the outdoor play with water and all the animals in nursery especially sharks an he has come on so well since starting before nursery he wouldn't leave my side but now happily goes.
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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I chose this nursery for my daughter as me and her dad loved the general feel of the nursery and staff, they are all so friendly, accommodating and genuinely care about the needs of the children. However they didn't have the hours available when we first went to look around and we settled on another
nursery. We withdrew my daughters place at the other nursery before she had even started due to some concerns we had. The difference between explorers and this other nursery was eye opening. One lady was amazing in sorting a place out last minute. I love how they update you via the app throughout the day with the things she has ate, drank, the activities she has completed and if she has slept or not etc. It really puts your mind at ease. The food always looks delicious from updates on the app. They even gave out little Christmas bags with presents and keepsakes inside for her. I loved this gesture as it meant that every child had a present to open on Christmas day regardless.
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Review from Samantha S (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery! Staff are fabulous and caring and my child has come on leaps and bounds there and runs towards there as soon as he sees it to go inside. The most friendliest, cleanest, professional nursery! Would recommend to everyone!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you are havig a positive experience with us and that your child is looking forward to being with us!
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is, hands down, the best nursery you could wish for! The staff are absolutely dedicated to their job and love what they do, the facilities are always clean and cater to all ages with special attention to sensory requirement. They have regular fun activities, including personal development and constantly
update us parents with observations. Since my child has been here, he has developed in every aspect and truly loves attending his nursery. As a mother who suffers with PTSD after a traumatic pregnancy and my son having a brain condition, it means the world that they take extra special care of him. The morning staff I owe special thanks to as they have been absolutely amazing, especially one member of staff, in particular, who is a credit to the company. Would always highly recommend, thank you for all your hard work and dedication to our children and their development.
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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 27 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been in Explorers since she was 2 and now she is 4 years old, she absolutely loves the nursery and all the staff there. Any problems I've had, they have been quick to sort it and keep updates on it.
Any accidents that occur are told very quickly via telephone or by the app
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very good for updates etc., always updating what my child is doing, also very good for newsletters to keep updated with what's going on throughout each month.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that your little one is having a good experience with us. The app gets lots if mentions in the reviews and we know that it is a great way to see what…read more
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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The experience is going excellent so far, my son is developing much more now and improving his English skills, as is not his first language. He absolutely loves going to the nursery and loves the girls who take care of him.
The two things that could improve are the app update about the meals and more
updates about activities and day-to-day, (better quality photos will help as well).
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review! We are pleased to hear that you can see your child is developing and you are having a positive experience. The app is a wonderful tool which all parents seem to find…read more
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Review from Emily H (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff and really loving caring nursery that keeps you up to date on everything on the app and also face to face I am glad I have chosen this nursery for my son. The staff work hard and I cannot thank the staff and management enough.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We know the app is a great way to share information with parents and they enjoy seeing what their child has been doing whilst with us! We are so lucky to have great staff…read more
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Review from Katy J (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2-year-old little girl has only been going since September 2024 and I cannot fault the nursery one bit, she was anxious and crying for me after 30 minutes during settling in's so had to extend her settling-in weeks, but now my little girl has gained so much confidence and absolutely loves going into
nursery and she has come on so much.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We appreciate how hard it can be dropping your little one off especially if they are feeling upset. We are glad she is now enjoying herself and is growing in her confidence!
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Review from Lisa F (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Explorers for approximately 2 years he has come on so much since being at this setting. As a SEN child, my son has been fully supported every step of the way. He absolutely loves the staff and has a real special bond with all staff, I honestly can't thank them enough for their support
and kindness over the past few years. From the second he knows it's nursery day he's excited, when he's in the setting we receive daily updates too. He's just graduated from pre-school, and the staff all went above and beyond to make it special for everyone it's a gorgeous memory we all had an amazing day. I know my son will miss coming here he leaves for big school in September. I would 1000% recommend Explorers Nursery to all I have a lot to thank them for.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very lucky to have dedicated and caring staff who put the children at the heart of everything they do. Good luck with big school!
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Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery, all the girls are fab and I feel at ease leaving my son in their safe hands.
The manager runs the nursery very well and it is very personal to each child.
I would 100% recommend this nursery.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. I am glad that you are comfortable with the nursery. We are fortunate to have an exceptional manager who drives the nursery forward.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a great nursery. My little boy loves going and runs in without hesitation, the staff are great and go above and beyond. I never have any concerns and I know he is safe and cared for when he is there. Forever grateful for all the help they have gave me with my son and helping his progress
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We are fortunate to have a great staff team who try to make every day a good day for the children.
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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Explorers Nursery in Kirkby Southdene is really good.
My daughter started there in January, and the staff are lovely. My daughter always says she loves school, and it is nice to hear as you worry about how they will cope and be looked after by others; they all do an excellent job, so thank you all
for taking such good care of my daughter whilst in your nursery and helping her grow and learn.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your feedback. We are very lucky to have a great staff team, who are dedicated to making each child feel welcome in the setting. I am pleased your daughter likes coming to nursery and is…read more
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Review from Karen M (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves nursery and has done for the three years she's attended. Would recommend this nursery to friends and family. Both my daughters attended the nursery, both loved the experience they received.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Kirkby
Thank you for your review. We are delighted that you would recommend us to others. It is great to know that the children have enjoyed the time with us.
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Review from Ellie B (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has come on so much since being at Parklands nursery. His learning is brilliant. He has taken so well to all the staff and loves telling me what he has done throughout the day with his teachers and other children. I was only going to keep him there for a year, but I have changed my mind
and keeping him there until he is ready for full-time school. The hours offered are brilliant.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.951)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10 for Explorers Kirkby is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.951 for Explorers Kirkby is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.951
  2. 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 Explorers Kirkby is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 82 number of registered child places is 16.4, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Explorers Kirkby

What is the Age Range of Children that Explorers Kirkby accepts?

Explorers Kirkby accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Explorers Kirkby Open?

Explorers Kirkby 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 Explorers Kirkby have capacity for?

Explorers Kirkby has capacity for a total of 82 Children.

How far is Explorers Kirkby to the centre of Liverpool?

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

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