The Frantastic Pre-School

The Lodge, Mornington Road, Southport PR9 0TS
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The Frantastic Pre-School in Southport offers quality childcare at a reasonable cost in a stimulating early years learning environment

Early years staff at the pre-school are fully qualified and first aid trained.

Staff encourage children to develop positive attitudes and respect for themselves and others, in an environment free from bullying and discrimination.

The nursery has lots of activities to meet the needs of each child and boost physical, intellectual, emotional and social development, enabling them to become confident and independent.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Richelle Cook
  • Privately Owned

Total Places for Children

  • 24

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 11 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

When Closed

  • School Holidays

The Frantastic Pre-School Reviews (20)

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The Frantastic Pre-School has a Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Frantastic Pre-School has 20 reviews.

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Review from Raimonda M (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had to change nursery because her first nursery was closed. She wasn't very happy in her first nursery. My daughter is shy but she loved the frantastic nursery from the day one .I was surprised because she is really shy but she was happy in there from day 1.In almost 2 years time we didn't
have even one day when she said she doesn't want to go to the nursery. I also loved the nursery teachers and atmosphere in there.It was a pleasure to take my daughter there.Everything was 10 out 10.My daughter had the best nursery experience and all thanks to the fantastic team
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Frantastic preschool is fantastic. The staff are amazing, approachable and friendly. The communication with staff is great and they are extremely knowledgable about early years. The room is lovely and the activities they plan are educational and relevant to themes/events. Both my children have attended
and I wouldn't send them anywhere else.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely rev iew! We are pleased that staff communicate well with you and they are approachable. Hopefully the introduction of the new app helps keeping in touch and getting updates…read more
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Review from Matthew S (Grandfather of Child) published on 8 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always felt at ease knowing that my grandchild is in a safe setting, the staff are fantastic, caring, and very experienced in what they do. My grandchild often comes home with new skills learned during there activities and is always excited to go to nursery.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your five star review! I am glad to hear that you feel your grandchild is learning new things, is safe and well cared for at the setting.
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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough of Fantastic preschool, they are exceptional in every way. My little one has thrived since starting here and loves every day. The staff are remarkable and clearly love their job. The nurture and care they show the children makes me sure that my little one is in the very best
hands. Every day we have stories of fun, friendship and laughter and they are learning through all of this. I only wish I knew about this nursery when my older children were that age as the Fantastic outshine all the others nurseries I have experienced by a mile.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your five star review! We are extremely grateful to our staff who ensure that the children are well cared and enjoy thier time with us!
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Review from Nina C (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am incredibly grateful for the care and attention my child receives at this nursery. The caregivers are nurturing, supportive, and always keep us informed. They are kind, attentive, and create a warm, engaging environment through singing, play, and creative activities. The parent app provides wonderful
updates with photos and descriptions.


Each caregiver is unique, full of valuable insights, and considers each child's needs. The app is also convenient for communication about attendance and learning.


A special thank you to the managers for their excellent management, maintaining order, cleanliness, and professionalism. Thank you to all the wonderful caregivers and managers for your outstanding work!

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review it truly means a lot to us. Were so glad to hear that you feel confident and happy with the care your child receives. Creating a warm, engaging,…read more
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Review from R K (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy with the nursery my child attends! It truly provides a warm and nurturing environment where he is well looked after and thrives. The teachers are incredible-caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children's growth. Since starting, I've seen such positive development in him. Every
day, he comes home excited, eager to share stories about his day and the fun he's had with his friends. It's clear that he feels safe, happy, and engaged there, and I couldn't ask for a better place for him to learn and grow. Highly recommend!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Were absolutely delighted to hear how happy and settled your child is at nursery. Watching him grow, thrive, and come home excited to share his day is…read more
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Review from L T (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl loves attending Frantastic. She really struggled leaving me at first as she had never attended a setting before and now she doesn't even turn around to say goodbye to me when she goes in! That is all a huge thanks to the incredible team of staff who supported her settling in. She loves
her teachers and has made some lovely friends. She always comes back and tells me what she's done each day and is always happy when I tell her it's a nursery day. All you want as a parent is for your child to be happy and safe when they're not in your care and I feel that Frantastic have achieved that and more. I would recommend them to everyone!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely review! Its been such a joy to see your little girl grow in confidence and settle in so beautifully. We understand how big that first step can before both children…read more
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Review from W R (Grandmother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having run my own nursery for years and having my grandchildren with me , finishing before the youngest had ended their nursery days was hard. But couldn't have hoped for anything better than Frantastic. That welcoming , loving , family oriented environment was perfect. It's the hardest thing in the
world leaving your little ones , but they made it so easy. I cannot praise them enough. Our little ones faces as they came home radiated joy , and you can't wish for anything more.
Thankyou guys xx
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your beautiful words they truly mean a lot to us. Coming from someone with your experience in early years care, your praise is incredibly special. We know how hard it can be to…read more
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Review from Nina D (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Frantastic, one currently still attending.
My children love going to Frantastic and have come in leaps and bounds since doing so.
I fully trust all the staff and find them all very helpful, professional, friendly, and polite, they all go above and beyond with all the
children to make sure they have the best experience whislt attending.


I would highly reccomend Frantastic to anyone wanting to send their child to nursery.

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! It's been a pleasure to have both of your children as part of the Frantastic family. We're so happy to hear that they've enjoyed their time…read more
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Review from Louise C (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Frantastic Preschool 7 years ago which is why I chose it again for my daughter I wouldn't have sent her anywhere else. The staff are all amazing, they are all very caring and communication is great. The setting is lovely and my daughter enjoys all aspects of school whether it's learning
or playing. My daughter loves coming here and always asks to go to school. She loves the staff and has made lots of friends. Thank you Team Frantastic.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It means the world to us that you chose Frantastic Preschool again for your daughter after such a positive experience with your son. We're so glad to hear she…read more
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Review from Tricia S (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery I've had all 5 of my children at this nursery and wouldn't have had them anywhere else. The staff are always friendly and welcoming in the mornings. When I pick my little girl up they will always tell me what kind of day she has had and what she has done in that day. Best nursery
about.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your review! It is always a testiment to the setting when a family choses to attned again with thier other children. I am glad that you are hearing all about your little ones day when…read more
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Review from Gabrielle M (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommend Frantastics.
My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery, sometimes telling me off for picking her up early because she was having so much fun. All the staff are amazing with the children, clean building, lots of activities inside and out and most importantly; a happy little girl
who loves her nursery staff and friends.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review - we are delighted that your little one enjoys coming to the preschool!
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Review from Heather M (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children have attended Frantastics (one currently there and one now at school) and both have come on absolutely leaps and bounds in all aspects. All of the staff are personable and go out of their way to ensure the children have the best learning experience possible. Both of our children were always
raring to get ready and go on the days they were in and asking of a nighttime am I in Frantastics tomorrow so the proof is in the pudding. We can't recommend them highly enough. Thank you! :)
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
The best feedback is always that of those who matter the most and that's the children! We are delighted to hear that they have had a great exprience with the setting and the staff. We are pleased that…read more
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Review from J C (Foster Parent of Child) published on 28 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are friendly and helpful and always welcome us at the gate with a smile! Our child loves coming to nursery he runs in with a smile on his face each morning and comes home singing songs he's learnt and talking about what he's done, I would recommend this nursery to everyone!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
We are so pleased that your little one comes in to the setting ready for the day and giving you great feedback about his day! Thank you for your lovely feedback about the staff - we are lucky to have…read more
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Review from Simone T (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been with Frantastics for quite a while now and since day one my little boy has absolutely thrived. He's come on leaps and bounds. The staff are all so friendly helpful and patient with us both. Frantasics I'd a great place for little for both social and academics.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that your little one is doing well at the setting and you can see progression. We do have a small, dedicated team who work well together to help…read more
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very overwhelmed when I moved my son to Frantastics. He had always been with me or family so to place my trust somewhere else was hard.
Each and every member of staff I have had the pleasure to speak to has always been so kind and always made my son feel very welcome.
My mind was put at ease
very quickly.
Thank you for everything and I'll be sad when he leaves in July.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for trusting Frantastic and our staff with your little one. We appreciate that it is difficult to leave children for the first time and the staff are considerate of this for both the…read more
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Review from Kayley B (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so, so happy I chose this pre school for my little girl. She's only been here since January, but she has really came out of her shell. All the staff are so lovely and welcoming. I love how they interact with my little girl, and always make her feel welcome when I drop her off. She's never cried
when being dropped off or collected. I would highly recommend this Pre school to anyone, and I am looking forward to seeing how much she progresses over the next few years.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review! We are very fortunate to have wonderful, dedicated staff who put the children at the heart of everything they do. I am pleased your little one is happy being with us…read more
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Review from Lara T (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love the nursery, it's a family-friendly nursey, my daughter loves coming here and will tell me all about her day and what she's been up to. The staff are amazing, they will let us know what's gone on through the day.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that your child shares lots of news of what her day looks like. I will let the staff know that they are amazng too!
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Review from Emma T (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love the staff at the nursery they are very welcoming , my granddaughter has an amazing time when she attends and has such lovely little friends. She enjoys various activities over the sessions she's there , she has come on leaps and bounds attending this preschool .
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that your granddaughter is having a positive experience with us. We are very fortunate to have long-standing staff at the setting who have strong bonds…read more
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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel so lucky to have found this wonderful preschool. I know my son is safe and well cared for. His ability and confidence has come on leaps and bounds since he started here a year ago. The owner has always made us feel so welcome, and has always been there if we have had any questions. My son comes
home telling us about his day, the books he has been reading, showing us how to write his name etc. he is gaining confidence with numbers and recognising them. Family and friends are always telling me how clever my son is. My son has built relationships with other children at the preschool, but also with the staff who he considers his friends. Thank you to the manager and the staff for creating such a happy, safe and educational place for our children.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at The Frantastic Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review. We are extremely lucky to have a dedicated, caring team at the setting who have been with the pre-school for a number of years. I am pleased to hear that you can see…read more
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.962)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10 for The Frantastic 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 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.962 for The Frantastic Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (226 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 235 Ratings = 4.962
  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 Frantastic Pre-School is based on 20 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 24 number of registered child places is 4.8, which has been reached with 20 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 The Frantastic Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Frantastic Pre-School accepts?

The Frantastic Pre-School accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 11 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Frantastic Pre-School Open?

The Frantastic Pre-School is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does The Frantastic Pre-School have capacity for?

The Frantastic Pre-School has capacity for a total of 24 Children.

How far is The Frantastic Pre-School to the centre of Southport?

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

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