Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare in Wallasey, Wirral
Established in 2014, Little Rainbows Day Nursery is a family-oriented childcare provider in Wallasey, Wirral, offering care for children aged 0-5 years. Our OFSTED Outstanding-rated setting prioritises learning through play, with a curriculum aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. We hold national accreditations including Millie's Mark for paediatric first aid excellence and NDNA Champions Awards for SEND support.Our team of Level 3-qualified practitioners creates stimulating environments that foster independence, social skills, and cultural awareness. We maintain strong partnerships with families, evidenced by our Enhanced Health Promotion status and bespoke learning journeys for each child. The nursery's commitment to excellence is demonstrated through multiple national awards and continuous staff development initiatives.
Services
Childcare
Early Years Curriculum
Healthy Meals
SEND Support
Parent Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- OFSTED Outstanding rating in all assessment areas under the 2018 framework
- Hold the prestigious Millie's Mark accreditation for paediatric first aid excellence
- All staff hold Level 3 qualifications with Advanced Safeguarding certification
- Awarded Enhanced Health Promotion status for our nutrition and wellbeing programmes
- Maintain superb parent partnerships with regular learning journey updates
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- National Day Nursery Association (NDNA)
- Millie's Mark
What people say
Happy place
Loved by staff
Happy confident child
Fantastic nursery
OUTSTANDING care
Services
Childcare
Our OFSTED-registered nursery provides full-day care for children aged 0-5 years, operating Monday-Friday 8am-6pm. We offer a secure environment with age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. Our experienced team creates individual learning journeys to track each child's progress.
Early Years Curriculum
We deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum through purposeful play and structured learning. Our programme focuses on seven key areas including communication, physical development, and mathematical understanding. Activities are tailored to meet individual needs while promoting cultural awareness and social skills.
Healthy Meals
Freshly prepared meals are served daily following the Children's Food Trust guidelines. Our menu includes breakfast, hot lunches, and snacks that meet dietary requirements. We hold Enhanced Health Promotion status for our commitment to balanced nutrition and healthy lifestyle education.
SEND Support
Award-winning provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Our team has specialist training to create inclusive learning environments. We work closely with families and external professionals to develop individualised support plans and track developmental milestones.
People
Kerry Maddock
Owner
Founder of Little Rainbows Day Nursery, Kerry established the setting in 2014 to provide exceptional childcare. With extensive sector experience, she leads the team in delivering OFSTED Outstanding-rated care and has received national recognition for SEND provision.
Leander Preston
Deputy Manager
Level 3 qualified practitioner with Advanced Safeguarding and paediatric first aid certifications. Supports nursery operations and staff training while maintaining high care standards across all daily activities.
Cyanna Missaglia de Focheastto
Senior Educator
BA (Hons) in Education with a PhD in Pedagogy. Specialises in child development theory and curriculum implementation. Provides expert guidance on learning strategies and staff professional development.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged from birth to 5 years.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All our staff hold Level 3 qualifications with Advanced Safeguarding certification and paediatric first aid training.
How do you support children with special needs?
We have specialist SEND training and work with external professionals to create individualised support plans for each child.
What food do you provide?
We serve freshly prepared meals daily following the Children's Food Trust guidelines, including special dietary requirements.
How do you keep parents informed?
We maintain learning journeys for each child and encourage parental contributions to track development and milestones.
What accreditation do you hold?
We are OFSTED Outstanding-rated and hold Millie's Mark for paediatric first aid excellence.
