St Mark's Pre-school

162 North Road, St Helens WA10 2TZ
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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

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

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 (101)

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St Mark's Pre-school has a Review Score of 10 (9.992) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Mark's Pre-school has 101 reviews.

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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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Review from N L (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter previously attended another pre-school, didn’t settle at all. On our arrival at St Mark's to view, wow! My daughter's face and eyes just lit up, she settled so quickly! Staff were amazing, friendly, bubbly and just all full smiles. Can tell they all really love to work within the environment
they're in! My daughter has come on so much since being with St Mark's March 2023. She runs to school and comes out happy! From potty training to sound language, can’t thank them enough! I would highly recommend to any parent!
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Review from Abbie L (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I recently moved my son out of a nursery and he is now in St Mark's. I can say just from the past 3 weeks he’s been there I’ve seen such an improvement. He’s so much happier and is really enjoying it, the girls in the nursery are so lovely too. I would highly recommend.
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Review from Olivia C (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at preschool in September 2023 and she absolutely loves it here. All the staff are lovely, knowledgable and approachable. They all put so much effort in with the children and make every event special. My daughter has begun learning to sign using Makaton, she’s coming on loads with
her phonics and writing through all the different activities they do. My daughter has come on and learned so much since starting here. Would recommend St Mark's to anyone! Will definitely hope to send my youngest too when she is old enough.
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Review from Sharon G (Grandmother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t praise the girls enough. They are really warm and friendly. When I drop my grandson off, he always has a big smile on his face and never looks back. They even celebrated his birthday with all the children last month. He's come on leaps and bounds since starting, his confidence has also grown.
His key worker is working with my daughter to progress him in the different areas where he needs a little more focus, which is nice to see, working together. If you are a nervous parent when it comes to leaving your little one, St Mark's takes those worries away. Their focus is on the children and nurturing them.
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Review from Jamie R (Father of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has come on an unbelievable amount since starting St Mark's. Would recommend this preschool to any friends who are looking to put their kids into nursery. The staff are so helpful, kind and always go the extra mile to make school feel like a home from home to the children.
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Review from Claire T (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in September and after many different viewings of nurseries, we decided to settle for St Mark's. As soon as we walked in for the open day the staff were friendly and full of knowledge and experience. After working in so many nurseries myself I was so anxious about her starting, but
with the feedback I continued getting from friends and other reviews I knew I had made the right decision. She settled very quickly and always come out smiling, she has made many friends she talks about daily and they provide excellent activities for them and you get to see via an app what they have been up to. I would 100 percent recommend to others.
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Review from Rosie M (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is only two and she absolutely loves coming here, she’s always so excited to see her teachers and always comes home telling me what she’s learned that day. Couldn’t recommend St Mark’s Pre-school enough!
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Review from Shannon R (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are so lovely and welcoming. They have made the transition so easy and made us feel at ease with bringing our son to nursery. They do more than I would ever expect them to do for my boy.
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Review from B W (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Both of my children have attended St Mark's Pre-school, one being present. My son had tried a few different nurseries previous but wouldn’t settle in any. We then found St Mark's and he enjoyed it from the minute he went, which makes it so much easier for us parents knowing our children
are happy when leaving. Very warm and welcoming environment everyday. Now my daughter attends and enjoys it so much she doesn’t want to leave. She absolutely loves it and is always happy to be there, she can't wait to get through the doors every morning to have lots of fun. She has a great bond with all the staff and made lots of friends. Staff are amazing, polite, caring and passionate, always happy, wearing a smile, supporting both children and parents/families. I cannot recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from F T (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely could not send my daughter to a better nursery! The girls here have so much passion for what they do. My daughter is so happy at St Mark's, she is thriving and it's all because of the amazing staff. They are consistently helpful, caring, kind, knowledgeable and trustworthy. Amazing Pre-School!
Five star!
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Review from Abbie S (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My twin girls started in 2022 and have enjoyed every minute, would definitely recommend St Mark's as they make all the children and family feel welcome. And keep us updated with everything that is happening and what the children have been getting up to.
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Review from Hannah E (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Mark's preschool go above and beyond to create an immersive learning environment, tailored to my son's current abilities and interests and developing him in the most engaging manner. I cannot thank the staff enough for their creative teaching skills and for the care and compassion they show towards
my son.
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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in September and the difference in him already is absolutely amazing. He used to be very shy, clingy and wouldn’t go to anyone, but since starting here he’s really come out of his shell. When I pick him up he never wants to come home, he loves it that much! All the girls are amazing and
you can tell they love what they do and it reflects on how much my son loves it there. I know he’s in safe hands and having fun! He has been behind with his speech, but even in the short amount of time going there it’s come on so much, they have done different activities to suit his needs and likes to help bring on his speech even more. It’s an outstanding nursery and I wouldn’t send him anywhere else now!
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Review from D N (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since starting at St Mark's in September, my daughter's knowledge has excelled, she is so settled and happy, and the girls are fantastic! Staff always go above and beyond and make learning fun! She looks forward to coming to the nursery every morning.
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Review from Emma N (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery with friendly staff who go above and beyond with the children by planning lovely activities to celebrate Pancake Day, Chinese New Year or Valentine’s Day. Updates of pictures are rest to see what they have been getting up to. My child has really settled into a warm and welcoming environment,
and with support from staff can reach her full potential there. Family members have already noticed a difference and have commented on how lovely the nursery is when dropping off and talking to the staff. Would highly recommend this nursery to others.
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Review from K S (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Three of my grandchildren have attended St Mark's Pre-School, with two of them currently attending. I think St Mark's is a lovely Pre-School, and my granddaughters love it here. All the staff are very welcoming.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.992)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.992) 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 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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 4.992 for St Mark's Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (354 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 357 Ratings = 4.992
  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 30 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 30 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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