The Stables Nursery School

Grimsditch Lane, Lower Whitley, Warrington WA4 4ED
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The Stables Nursery School is set within the beautiful Cheshire countryside 1 mile from junction 10 of the M56 (A49).The friendly childcare team are highly qualified and offer a wide range of activities, including story time, role-play, creative activities and outdoor learning, all carefully planned to meet the individual learning needs of each child.
Daily show rounds are available Monday to Friday, please call us on 01925 730 055 to book a show round and find out what makes us so special!
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Danielle Mason (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 22

Total Places for Children

  • 76

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

The Stables Nursery School Reviews (56)

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The Stables Nursery School has a Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Stables Nursery School has 56 reviews.

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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't be happier with the nursery so far. I was really impressed by how quickly everyone made us feel welcome and at home once my little girl started back in January. The staff are brilliant and have always been so reassuring, especially during the settling in sessions early on. All the staff know
the children really well and take a personal interest in their progress. My little girl has come on leaps and bounds since starting and her confidence has grown so much. The little touches of Mother's/Father's Day afternoon teas, sports days and christmas nativity etc are also a nice touch and a lovely way of being more involved with the nursery.
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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I absolutely love this nursery. My eldest graduated in August, after almost 4 years of attending and my second will graduate August 26. During their time they have developed so much educationally, emotionally and socially. The staff are amazing and plan and implement learning activities that support
their development. My children love the staff and nursery and look forward to going every day. The staff create a calendar of upcoming events that are engaging and creative and they go above and beyond to put events together outside of nursery hours so the whole family can attend. My children always eat well and we get photo updates of how they are getting on.
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Review from Rachel C (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one recently started at The Stables and the patience the staff showed while he was struggling to settle was absolutely amazing. I really thought we were going to have to give up but they gave him the attention he needed, the time and lots of support leading to him being a lot more settled.
It's amazing to see the difference and how happy he is playing now.


I also think the large kitchen and chef on site is nice to see as you know everything that your little one eats that day is prepared on site instead of being brought in.

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Review from Jessica W (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending The Stables since March and he absolutely loves it! All of the staff are super friendly and reassure me as a parent. My son adores the staff and happily waves us off when we're due to drop him off. He can come on in leaps and bounds from the structured learning and play the
nursery has to offer! I cannot recommend this nursery enough!
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Review from I T (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter loves her time at The Stables, and comes home each week with something new to show or tell us. The staff are friendly and supportive, and all want to do as much as they can to help with early years learning and development - which is tracked and reported to us as parents regularly so that
we can also support them from home.
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fantastic nursery. The staff are all amazing and so helpful and accommodating. My little girl loves going and she has come on so much this past year since she's been there! The facilities are great and the food menu is always varied. There's lovely outside space to play and it's surrounded
by fields and farms, perfect setting!
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Review from M T (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic caring second home for our children.
Great space with lots of toys.
Incredibly accommodating for our children's dietary requirements - vegan.
On the ball for all first aid care.
Recently improved the amount of messy outdoor activities.
Great communication.
Monthly activities. Opportunities
for parents to get involved e g. Mother's Day, Fathers Day, Christmas Carols.
Attended for 4 years.
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Review from Jessica G (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend The Stables Nursery enough! The staff are absolutely wonderful-so kind, caring, and attentive. They treat my child as if she were their own, creating such a warm and nurturing environment. I never have to worry when I drop her off because I know she's in the safest hands. It's clear
how much they genuinely care for each child, and that peace of mind is priceless. A truly amazing nursery!
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child has been attending The Stables nursery since turning one and the care and love that has been shown towards her has been excellent and shows in her development and behaviour. A special mention for staff that are outstanding are the key persons.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an amazing nursery with amazing staff. All the staff are so kind, caring and supportive. My little boy absolutely loves going to nursery and has learnt so much since being at The Stables. The nursery manager arranges lots of events for the children which makes it even more fun, even a sports
day too where the adults could join in! This nursery has also been really accommodating with my partner's shift patterns which we are extremely grateful for. Both my partner and I would highly recommend The Stables Nursery.
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Review from kathryn B (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been coming here for over a year, and we love it! The staff were patient and consistent when he was settling in and never rushed him, he now runs in and barely says bye to me at the door, I leave him knowing he is cared for like he is at home. He has come on so much in his confidence,
speech and social skills, I couldn't be happier.
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Review from D H (Grandmother of Child) published on 31 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nothing has been too much trouble to all the staff when settling in my Grandson into the nursery which he joined in September this year. My daughter and I chose this nursery because when we viewed it had a fantastic family atmosphere and all the children were happy, confident, and content. We are so
pleased that Austin has grown in confidence since joining only a few weeks ago.
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Review from B R (Father of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Stables are always caring in their work and our children have both felt happy and safe with all of the workers. They put on fun games and themed days for the children and their learning has always progressed. We have been very happy with the Stables.
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Review from Laura E (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended The Stables Nursery since the age of two. It was one of many nurseries we visited but we instantly fell in love with the location, atmosphere and general feel of the place. The care and education he has received there has been beyond anything we could have ever wished for. The nursery
have been so accommodating with my shift patterns, which has allowed me as a mum of three young children to stay in work full time. I can't thank them enough.
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Review from Julie C (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been sending my daughter to The Stables Nursery for over 12 months now and the staff have made the whole experience and transition so easy.
The first few months of handing my daughter over to the reassuring hands in the baby room, made my experience going back to work a lot easier. Within a
few weeks of a routine, I knew she was in capable hands and I didn't have to worry when I was in work.
They helped her transition into a toddler at her pace and listened to her needs and comforts.
She has thrived going to nursery and the number of activities she gets up to in a day is amazing. She loves to be involved in everything and I can tell how comfortable she is around the staff because her confidence is growing every day.
The staff are so easy to speak to at every interaction. They provide a summary of the day every day of what she has done and eaten. They always update me over the phone if there has been an incident such as a tumble or if she isn't feeling well. Always informed.
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Review from M L (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After my son started 6 months earlier, there was no question that The Stables Nursery would make choice for my daughter. Honestly, the children love the Nursery just as much as the parents. After a few valuable settling in sessions, It was like she'd been there forever. All the staff are so friendly,
amazingly supportive and so much more. My daughter enjoys her time at Nursey, all the activities that they provide are thoroughly thought through and work towards enhancing and developing certain skill sets, to extend this, they document it on an easy parent-friendly app.
Nothing is impossible at The Stables, their positive attitude speaks volumes, every child is treated as an individual, and their individual needs are always cared for, with attention to detail being spot on.
The decision to have both my little ones at The Stables was made on the first phone call. The warm, friendly, caring personalities of all the staff, make it feel like you're leaving them with family.
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Review from Chris B (Father of Child) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attend the nursery. It's been amazing to see their own development and the hard work the staff put into caring and helping my kids. I would highly recommend this nursery and would always speak highly.
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Review from Marc J (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. We moved our little girl here after being at another nursery and were so worried she would struggle as she had just turned 3 and made friends at her old nursery, but she absolutely loves it here! She's made amazing friendships already and adores the staff. Our little boy also started
here when he was 7 months old and after struggling with medical issues since before birth we were very paranoid about him starting at nursery but he loves every minute of it and we are so comfortable knowing we are leaving him in safe hands. We are always told what amazing food they have eaten and the wonderful activities they have enjoyed!
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Review from Sarah B (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is so clean, friendly and welcoming. The children are always smiling. The staff clearly adore the kids as the interactions are wonderful to see. My grandchildren love attending and have both settled really well. Thank you.
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Review from D P (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The whole family feel extremely lucky that our daughter attends this nursery. She has loved it from day dot! We are first-time parents and natural worriers, all the staff have made us feel part of their family, we both enjoy the drop off/pick up and chatting to staff. The kitchen facilities are fabulous,
our daughter loves her grub and she sometimes gets a special cuddle from the chef! I wanted a nursery that had a good focus on being outdoors, the outside space is lovely and we enjoy looking at all the birds, tractor, planes and flowers. Thank you to The Stables team!
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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 The Stables Nursery School 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 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 The Stables Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (275 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 288 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 The Stables Nursery School is based on 24 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 76 number of registered child places is 15.2, which has been reached with 24 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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Danielle

Danielle Mason

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2007

I have worked at the Stables Nursery School since 2007 working between two rooms, Reception and Early Learners. I received my National B-Tec Diploma in Early Years in 2006 and started at the Stables a year later. I have received extensive in-house training and have gained valuable training certificates that have supported my progress and my personal development. In addition, I have been a Stables Events and Equal Opportunities officer. This means I take control of organising events each month for the children, parents and staff, documenting these events and ensuring the children are aware of differences and cultures.in 2016 I received my first promotion and became the Early Years Room Manager and in 2017 I was promoted to 3rd In Charge which has helped to develop my knowledge of the operations of the nursery and given me the opportunity to work alongside the manager during training exercises. In 2019 I was then given a further promotion and became the assistant manager at the Stables. In 2020 my journey continued and I became the Nursery Manager at our sister nursery Blackbrook. During my time at Blackbrook I continued to develop my skills and knowledge working alongside an amazing team, with children and families from a variety of backgrounds I gained valuable skills and gained valuable experience working with children with SEND and ASD. I then returned back to my roots at The Stables in early 2024 to continue with my journey and to support the amazing team. I am really excited to see what we can achieve together!

Frequently Asked Questions about The Stables Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Stables Nursery School accepts?

The Stables Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Stables Nursery School Open?

The Stables Nursery School is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does The Stables Nursery School have capacity for?

The Stables Nursery School has capacity for a total of 76 Children.

How far is The Stables Nursery School to the centre of Warrington?

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

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