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The nursery has been open for nearly three decades and has a fully qualified early years team who are fully experienced in all aspects of childcare.
Early Learners...
Early Learners Nursery Widnes aims to provide the best care and education for each child and a great service to all parents. The Ofsted registered nursery opened its doors to families back in 1985, and was the first private nursery in Widnes.
The nursery has been open for nearly three decades and has a fully qualified early years team who are fully experienced in all aspects of childcare.
Early Learners is a member of the Pre-school Learning Alliance, who support the nursery in achieving high standards of care and education by introducing excellent policies, procedures and training for all employees.
The nursery offer a variety of full and part time places to parents within Widnes.
Early Learners also offers a variety of free Early Years 15-hour and & 30-hour funded places for children aged from 9 months to 5-year-olds.
There is car parking available to the rear of the building.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Early Learners Nurseries
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Katy Griffiths (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 17
Total Places for Children
- 102
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:00-18:00
- Tuesday07:00-18:00
- Wednesday07:00-18:00
- Thursday07:00-18:00
- Friday07:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Parking
- They have a car-park on site.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Early Learners Nursery Widnes Reviews (55)
Early Learners Nursery Widnes has a Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Early Learners Nursery Widnes has 55 reviews.
My daughter has attended the nursery since Jan 2025 and has thrived and developed brilliantly. She has settled in well in each different room and I believe this is because of the care and attention the team pay to each child's needs. Most recently the toddler team has helped us continue potty...
My daughter has attended the nursery since Jan 2025 and has thrived and developed brilliantly. She has settled in well in each different room and I believe this is because of the care and attention the team pay to each child's needs. Most recently the toddler team has helped us continue potty training and they have been a wonderful influence on her development. You really get the sense that the staff care about the kids which as a parent is what you want. Thank you!
My family is coming to the end of nearly 6 years of using Early Learners Widnes. I can say that i have been continually impressed for the whole of that time. The building and resources are fabulous and have been regularly updated. The communication is fantastic, lots of updates and fast responses....
But my favourite part is the staff they are wonderful. My two children are very different and they follow their weird and wonderful interests and incorporate it into their learning on a daily basis. They are so kind, patient, fun and very knowledgeable about early years education. The staff knew my children when they hadn't been in their rooms yet and still make a fuss of them when they move up. My son is at school now and he still gets a lovely reception 2 years after he left. They have lovely bonds with their teachers which has made me feel happy about every penny we spent.
Every single staff member is fantastic and nothing is too much trouble.
Their main focus is always the child and how to...
Every single staff member is fantastic and nothing is too much trouble.
Their main focus is always the child and how to develop them.
My children are very sad to be leaving but also super excited for their new big school and the staff in preschool classroom have helped them so much in order to be ready for this new transition. I personally cant thank then enough - they really are amazing!
It so easy to see why they win so many awards and they truly deserve them.
A special thank you to Emma and Maizy for all the kindness, patience and care...
A special thank you to Emma and Maizy for all the kindness, patience and care they show her every day. They always make her feel happy, safe and supported. I would also like to thank the whole Pre-school team for their hard work, dedication and for creating such a lovely environment for the children to learn and grow.
My son has also settled in so well in the Tots Room, and it's lovely to see how comfortable and happy he is there. Thank you to the whole Tots Room team for the care, support and attention they give him every day
I truly appreciate everything the staff do for my children. It means so much to us as parents knowing they are in such caring, safe and supportive hands
I have had 3 children attend early learners , my youngest is currently there and I couldn't ask for a more positive experience, the staff are amazing and you can really see how much they care for the children and how much effort they put into the activities and all the extra stay and plays ect . My...
I have had 3 children attend early learners , my youngest is currently there and I couldn't ask for a more positive experience, the staff are amazing and you can really see how much they care for the children and how much effort they put into the activities and all the extra stay and plays ect . My child loves attending and has built so many lovely bonds with staff and other children. I would and always do recommend early learners to anybody looking for a lovely nurturing environment for there little ones :)
I know she has...
I know she has lots of fun every day with activities, outdoor play and always enjoys her food.
I'm currently pregnant with a little boy and I can't wait for him to also join Early Learners when he's old enough. Thank you Early Learners!
My daughter had previously been at another nursery and couldn't settle, constantly spending the whole day sad and out of sorts to the point of them contacting me to send her home.
Since starting at Early Learners Widnes she has thrived. A very short settling in period, she was happy going in...
My daughter had previously been at another nursery and couldn't settle, constantly spending the whole day sad and out of sorts to the point of them contacting me to send her home.
Since starting at Early Learners Widnes she has thrived. A very short settling in period, she was happy going in and happy when picked up. I was kept up to date with her day and she ALWAYS told me how much fun she's been having when she gets home. Katy, Liv, Chelsea, Leah and Julie have made a genuine difference to my little girls social and emotional development. They are super supportive and and I'm so grateful.
I like this nursery,was the best choise for my child.the staff is very nice with the kids,my daugher every morning can wait to go nursery,she start in january and now she love to go there.she like the teachers very much
I like this nursery,was the best choise for my child.the staff is very nice with the kids,my daugher every morning can wait to go nursery,she start in january and now she love to go there.she like the teachers very much
My son has been attending Early Learners since February 25 and is currently in the baby room soon to transition into toddler room. I cannot say a bad word about the work and the effort the girls have put into making my son's nursery life feel like a home from home. He enjoys coming to nursery every...
My son has been attending Early Learners since February 25 and is currently in the baby room soon to transition into toddler room. I cannot say a bad word about the work and the effort the girls have put into making my son's nursery life feel like a home from home. He enjoys coming to nursery every day and is always happy when I see him through the window at pick up. He has come on developmentally massively the last couple of weeks and I feel like it's all down to the staff and encouraging him everyday in what he does. My daughter also attended Early learners until she started school in 2023 after moving her from another local nursery, they made us feel welcome from the get go and the girls still make a fuss of her when she comes to do pick ups and drop off with me now. It just goes to show they truly value each child they see. They do some great activities with the children everyday and we always have pictures to look at from their day. I couldn't recommend this nursery enough :)
My little girl has just joined this nursery and the staff are brilliant. The food looks great, the facilities are fantastic with a lovely outdoor space and the regular updates are welcomed. Made a difficult transition nice and smooth thank you so much!
My little girl has just joined this nursery and the staff are brilliant. The food looks great, the facilities are fantastic with a lovely outdoor space and the regular updates are welcomed. Made a difficult transition nice and smooth thank you so much!
Each and every member of the staff are amazing and go above and beyond
I cannot recommend early learners enough it is a fantastic setting and I am so happy I choose this nursery...
Each and every member of the staff are amazing and go above and beyond
I cannot recommend early learners enough it is a fantastic setting and I am so happy I choose this nursery for my daughter
After having a traumatic time with another local nursery I wasn't sure I wanted to put my child into another nursery, as soon as I went into early learners my mind was put at ease. My daughter started in preschool and Emma has been incredible with her. Her confidence...
After having a traumatic time with another local nursery I wasn't sure I wanted to put my child into another nursery, as soon as I went into early learners my mind was put at ease. My daughter started in preschool and Emma has been incredible with her. Her confidence grew and she come on leaps and bounds. I'm so grateful for the team at early learners not just for doing the best for my daughter but for also listening and understanding my worries.
Best decision I ever made, thank you so much x
Amazing teachers in every classroom that really helped my non verbal son enjoy nursery they was great with him, unfortunately for children with Sen needs it's really hard to get the manager to complete referrals, after meeting with communicate speech and language last week my sons referral was only...
Amazing teachers in every classroom that really helped my non verbal son enjoy nursery they was great with him, unfortunately for children with Sen needs it's really hard to get the manager to complete referrals, after meeting with communicate speech and language last week my sons referral was only done in October when it was supposed to be done the year before, I was told his referral for this was lost as they changed over, his referral for woodveiw for autism/adhd after waiting a year for it to be sent off I had to get in touch with the health visitors to do this for me instead, I messaged weekly at one point with a lots of messages about this being ignored for weeks at a time, my son has now left to start school next week and his ehcp as of last week was still not sent off, only after me messaging last week for updates was I asked for further proofs I was never informed of, only received 3 of his monthly Sen reports, overall great teachers and nursery if not needing Sen referrals
We apologise that you were unhappy with the SEN support received. After reviewing this further, your speech and language request/referral was discussed with yourself and submitted in a timely manner. However, the Local Authority choose to change their speech and language service this caused...
We apologise that you were unhappy with the SEN support received. After reviewing this further, your speech and language request/referral was discussed with yourself and submitted in a timely manner. However, the Local Authority choose to change their speech and language service this caused significant delays in cases being actioned. The manager has been in regular commucntaion with SLT about speeding up cases. However, STL have failed to set/ provide assessment dates. The manager has escalated this. We can appreciate this process can be frustrating, however we do support all children across the setting to the best of our abilities, including children with SEN. The referral process for EHCP's does take time unfortunately, particularly the evidence gathering from professionals. The delays are caused by the high level of SEN across Halton and their ability to action these within a responsible time. We can confirm your child's EHCP has been applied on time in preparation for school.
Early learners is an absolutely outstanding nursery. My child has SEN needs and every single member of staff have gone above and beyond to help him settle, learn and develop. They quickly and efficiently see his needs and address them. With their awareness and dedication, they have helped him to...
Early learners is an absolutely outstanding nursery. My child has SEN needs and every single member of staff have gone above and beyond to help him settle, learn and develop. They quickly and efficiently see his needs and address them. With their awareness and dedication, they have helped him to discover a new little world, as a family we are forever grateful. My other child is able to say how much she loves going to nursery, the fun she has had and the therapeutic relationships she has built with nursery staff. She has also come on leaps and bounds. She has also been fully supported in all aspects of her development.
My child has been attending Early Learners Nursery for the past 6 months he has come on leaps and bounds with his speech since starting and his self-help skills. The staff are all so caring and supportive; nothing is ever to much to ask, and we felt welcomed the second we walked into the building....
My child has been attending Early Learners Nursery for the past 6 months he has come on leaps and bounds with his speech since starting and his self-help skills. The staff are all so caring and supportive; nothing is ever to much to ask, and we felt welcomed the second we walked into the building. The staff also plan beautifully thought-out stay and play for parents to attend each month. We are updated daily about what he is doing and receive pictures regularly.
My granddaughter has been going to Early Learners since toddler room. she comes home and tells us all about her friends and what she has been learning. she has built a close bond with her teachers in the Tweenie room and looks forward to going to nursery to see them.
My granddaughter has been going to Early Learners since toddler room. she comes home and tells us all about her friends and what she has been learning. she has built a close bond with her teachers in the Tweenie room and looks forward to going to nursery to see them.
All of our 4 kids have gone to Early Learners over the past 18 years. They have always been well looked after, learnt a lot and also as important to all that, they have been very happy going day to day. Facilities are constantly evolving and improving and the staff are amazing at what they do.
All of our 4 kids have gone to Early Learners over the past 18 years. They have always been well looked after, learnt a lot and also as important to all that, they have been very happy going day to day. Facilities are constantly evolving and improving and the staff are amazing at what they do.
What an amazing nursery, I couldn't think more highly of it if I tried! Such kind and attentive staff who are more than happy to go above and beyond to ensure that parents feel comfortable and secure.
What an amazing nursery, I couldn't think more highly of it if I tried! Such kind and attentive staff who are more than happy to go above and beyond to ensure that parents feel comfortable and secure.
I can't recommend this nursery enough! From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt welcomed and reassured that our son would be in the best hands. The staff are incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely care about each child's well-being and development.
The environment is nurturing and...
I can't recommend this nursery enough! From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt welcomed and reassured that our son would be in the best hands. The staff are incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely care about each child's well-being and development.
The environment is nurturing and engaging, with a great mix of learning and play. My son has flourished since joining-his confidence has grown, and he comes home happy every day. The communication from the nursery is fantastic, keeping us updated on his progress and daily experiences.
It's clear that the team are passionate about what they do, and we feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful place for our little one. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any parent looking for a safe, supportive, and enriching setting for their child
My baby started nursery in January, she was so shy and not comfortable around new people, she has come out of her shell so much since starting in baby class, she does great with her food and I'm constantly told how independent she is becoming. Her key workers are great with her, and are brilliant...
My baby started nursery in January, she was so shy and not comfortable around new people, she has come out of her shell so much since starting in baby class, she does great with her food and I'm constantly told how independent she is becoming. Her key workers are great with her, and are brilliant at communicating with us about how she is doing. My little girl now happily reaches out to them when we drop her off in the morning which is lovely to see and allows us to go to work knowing that she's happy and in good hands!
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- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Early Learners Nurseries
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Hello, my name's Katy. I'm the manager here at Early Learners Nursery Widnes. We have a beautiful nursery which was recently fully refurbished in...
Hello, my name's Katy. I'm the manager here at Early Learners Nursery Widnes. We have a beautiful nursery which was recently fully refurbished in 2023. Over the past 40 years, we have assembled an excellent, experienced and qualified team who are passionate and caring.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Early Learners Nursery Widnes
What is the Age Range of Children that Early Learners Nursery Widnes accepts?
Early Learners Nursery Widnes accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Early Learners Nursery Widnes Open?
Early Learners Nursery Widnes is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.
How many Children does Early Learners Nursery Widnes have capacity for?
Early Learners Nursery Widnes has capacity for a total of 102 Children.
How far is Early Learners Nursery Widnes to the centre of Widnes?
1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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