Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Learning in Hoylake
Sanderlings Day Nursery Day Nursery in Hoylake opened in 2003 and is operated by a small family team with over 30 years of combined experience in early years childcare. We pride ourselves on blending modern educational practices with traditional values to create a nurturing environment where children develop confidence and a positive outlook. Our approach emphasizes play-based learning, individualized care, and fostering independence through structured routines and sensory experiences. Our Kittiwake room caters specifically to babies and toddlers, ensuring their developmental needs are met with dedicated attention. Older children benefit from focused pre-school preparation in the Puffin room, where cognitive and communication skills are enhanced through interactive activities.A secure outdoor garden provides space for nature exploration and physical development, complemented by daily fresh, home-cooked meals. Parent involvement is actively encouraged throughout the childcare journey, with open access to discuss progress and contribute to their child's development. Our team delivers in-house training to maintain high standards in early years education, ensuring staff expertise aligns with current best practices. Located on the Hoylake seafront, our setting combines natural beauty with educational resources to create a unique learning environment. We operate Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, offering consistent, reliable care for families in the region.
Services
Nursery Care
Early Education
Outdoor Learning
Parent Participation
Home-Cooked Meals
Sensory Activities
Pre-School Prep
Baby Room
Toddler Care
Nature Exploration
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Family-run with over 30 years childcare expertise
- Dedicated rooms tailored to different age groups
- Outdoor garden with nature-based learning opportunities
- Individualised development tracking through Learning Journals
- Home-cooked meals with fresh fruit and vegetables daily
Services
Kittiwake Room
Specialist nursery care for babies and toddlers in our Kittiwake room provides individualized attention to support early development. Daily routines include sensory play, outdoor outings, and freedom to explore in a secure environment. Our trained staff focus on meeting each child's unique needs through nurturing interactions.
Kingfisher Room
Structured learning through play for 2-3 year-olds in our Kingfisher room develops language skills and mathematical concepts. Staff encourage communication while fostering independence through sand and water activities tailored to developmental stages. Free-flow access to outdoor spaces enhances learning opportunities.
Puffin Room
Our pre-school program prepares children for formal education through our Puffin room's structured curriculum. Learning Journals track progress while staff encourage confident communication and self-help skills. Activities focus on literacy, numeracy and social development in preparation for school transition.
Outdoor Garden
Secure outdoor learning spaces provide year-round exploration of nature and seasonal changes. Children develop physical skills through play, gardening, and sensory herb garden interactions. Picnic and reading areas extend classroom learning to the natural environment for holistic development.
Home-Cooked Meals
Freshly prepared meals using seasonal ingredients support healthy eating habits. Menus feature fruit and vegetable varieties at breakfast, lunch and tea times. Dining experiences encourage self-help skills through child-led serving opportunities while promoting healthy food choices.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 0-5 years through three dedicated rooms: Kittiwake (babies), Kingfisher (2-3 years) and Puffin (pre-school).
Are meals provided during the day?
Yes, we provide three wholesome, home-cooked meals daily with fresh fruit and vegetables included in breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
Can parents visit the nursery?
Parents/carers are welcome to drop in at any time without appointment to observe activities and discuss their child's development with staff.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
Our secure garden offers nature exploration, seasonal learning and physical play. Separate baby garden provides sensory herb garden access for younger children.
How do you track child development?
We maintain individual Learning Journals for each child recording their progress against key developmental milestones and encouraging parent input throughout.
What are your opening hours?
We operate Monday to Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, 51 weeks per year, closing only for Bank Holidays and specified Christmas days.
