St Mark's Pre-school

162 North Road, St Helens WA10 2TZ
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Funding & Fees

Breakfast Club 8.30-9.00am £3.50,
Morning session 9.00-12.00pm £18.00,
Afternoon session 1.00-4.00pm £18.00,
School day - 9.00-3.00pm £36,
Full day 8.30-4.00pm £45.50

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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Sarah Smith and Carla Brady
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Smith (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 5

Total Places for Children

  • 30

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:30-16:00
    Tuesday 08:30-16:00
    Wednesday 08:30-16:00
    Thursday 08:30-16:00
    Friday 08:30-16:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays
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St Mark's Pre-school Reviews (111)

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St Mark's Pre-school has a Review Score of 10 (9.984) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Mark's Pre-school has 111 reviews.

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Review from Chelsey C (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely stunning nursery. My daughter would never leave us to even stay with family for 5 minutes, so I was so nervous about letting her try nursery life. I was instantly made to feel at ease from stepping foot through the door of St Marks. My daughter has never once not wanted to go to nursery and
I think that speaks volumes from a 2 year old. The learning experiences activities they put on is literally next level. My daughter is the youngest of 6 so I have been to many nurseries. St Marks is by far the best!!
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Review from Indiana C (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Mark's Pre School goes above and beyond in their dedication and duty in educating children. My son has an environment where he can grow and learn in a settkng where he is entirely comfortable and supported yet also encouraged to push himself. They also have an amazing way using a child's everchanging
interests as part of their learning which I find an amazing show of their dedication to each and every child at the pre school.
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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful preschool that goes above and beyond for the children in their care. I was always very worried about the transition of my child being in someone else's care but they made him instantly feel comfortable and his confidence has only blossomed since being in St. Marks. The activities they put
on for the children are so thought out and always have each child's individual preferences in mind.
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Review from Terri-ann R (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with brilliant staff. They go above and beyond for the children, so much thought goes into all activities. Excellent communication and a safe environment. Our daughter loves it and so do we!
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Review from Thomas L (Father of Child) published on 7 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely brilliant nursery that put the children first at all times. Very happy to take my child there every day, I know he's safe and looked after at all times. Couldn't recommend the nursery enough.
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Review from Gemma C (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl is so happy at St Mark's Pre-school they are so warm and welcoming.
They go above and beyond in everything they do. Will be so sad when the time comes for her leaving. Fantastic preschool.
My little girl also has allergies they have been amazing catering for her.
St Mark's really
is the best preschool.
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Review from Gemma C (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the last year and half this pre-school has provided the best play/learning experience for my son. Everything is always above and beyond and the staff help straight away with anything needed. They have everything provided in the building for the kids to interact with lots of different activities
on a daily basis. The effort the staff go into to provide a fun day for the kids every day is mind blowing. My son has learnt so much here and thoroughly loves attending. The staff are always friendly and show each child care and attention. I recommend St Mark's Pre-school to anyone.
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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are amazing they have taught my daughter very well she never used to speak until she went to nursery. My daughter loves going here and they keep our children very busy and makes thing very fun for them.
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Review from Lisa B (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What more can be said about St Mark's other than 5 stars all round! They are the most amazing nursery I've ever come across and I trained as a nursery nurse myself! The staff are without a doubt the most lovely women you'll ever meet! They put so much time and effort into the children there are just
no words for how far they go to help with the children's learning and development. I'll be truly devastated when my daughter leaves in July to not have them as her caregivers any more.
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Review from Joanne K (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It asks when my review relates to, well my daughter started this preschool in September 2022 so from then to now she started at the age of 2 and I honestly can not fault this preschool in any way whatsoever. The learning is absolutely amazing my little girl can not wait to get up and go to school she
comes out every time with a massive smile on her face never ever unhappy the staff are 1000% exceptional in every single aspect of day-to-day school life all open the to the children with smiles and a good morning I would never send my children to anywhere else.
The effort the staff put into everything they do is just unbelievable even with parents absolutely amazing.
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Mark's is amazing. They go above and beyond. Staff are lovely and welcoming. Amazing facilities lots for kids to do. Learning is outstanding, alway kept up to date with what my child is doing and where they are with progress.
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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl went into nursery without speaking English, as her first language is Romanian. She speaks very well now and she loves going to nursery. Every day she comes home and you can tell she has learned something else.
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Review from Lynn T (Grandmother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely friendly nursery, really friendly and helpful staff make everyone welcome.
Lovely little get-together mornings so you can see how the children are getting on.
A safe and secure place for your little ones to have fun and make friends and learn at the same time.
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Review from Paula C (Grandmother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandson started there in September and has come on leaps and bounds. He is happy to go each day with a smile on his face. They have helped with his toilet training which with their support has been achieved quickly. Being an early years practitioner myself for over 25 years I can honestly say I
would recommend this Pre-School setting without any hesitation. They go above and beyond to support both the child and family at all times.
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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing. The girls who run the nursery are just so kind and loving to all the kids!
My little boy just loves coming and he has come on so much in every.
They always have different activities on for the children and keep the parents up to date with everything that is happening.
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Review from Chloe L (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my son has started nursery, his speech has improved greatly. He's becoming more social, his understanding of others is developing and he's even starting to recognise numbers and colours. The staff are always there for anything you need and they will support you every step of the way.
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Review from Lauren A (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Mark's Pre-school is an absolute amazing nursery. They are a fabulous team who put so much care and effort into their nursery and I could not recommend them more. My little boy has thrived since starting St Mark's and he absolutely loves going there.
Best preschool in St Helens.
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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not of asked for a better nursery for my little boy he loves going to St Mark's Pre-school. After a difficult start with him adjusting, each member of staff was great with him helping him to adjust and settle in also reassuring me by sending me updates. The staff put in so much effort to make
each day so fun for the children. I tell everyone how amazing St Marks is.
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Review from V C (Great-grandmother of Child) published on 22 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a great-grandson who attends the nursery and he has progressed immensely, from potty training to being introduced to Makaton for his speech, which is now used at home too. Their teaching and learning is excellent. He’s always happy and relaxed going there which makes life a lot easier for him
and his family. The staff are always pleasant and helpful if you have any questions or concerns and we are very grateful to them. From a retired T/A.
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Review from Dawn W (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely pre-school where my son has thrived. The managers and the team are wonderful with the children. I am honestly gutted and feel so sad when I think that come July, my son will leave to start school. I honestly wish every child could experience this pre-school. My little boy comes home and talks
about his day at preschool with a lot of smiles and happy memories.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.984)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.984) out of 10 for St Mark's Pre-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 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 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 4.984 for St Mark's Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (444 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 451 Ratings = 4.984
  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 St Mark's Pre-school is based on 38 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 38 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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