Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Nursery & Preschool in Birkenhead Since 1985
Established in 1985, Winston's Place & Pre School provides enriched early years education across two locations in Birkenhead and New Ferry. Our dedicated team of qualified professionals delivers tailored care and learning experiences for children aged 5 weeks to 5 years, maintaining staff-to-child ratios that ensure individual attention. With 200+ students annually, we implement the Early Years Foundation Stage framework through age-specific rooms, sensory activities, and outdoor learning.Our leadership team holds advanced qualifications in early childhood education, ensuring curriculum innovation and staff development. We offer government-funded hours, sibling discounts, and flexible care options for working families, including NHS staff benefits. Regular parent communication through daily diaries and developmental profiles supports each child's progress.
Services
Nursery Care
Preschool Education
Childcare Funding
Respite Care
Flexible Hours
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Established nursery with 40+ years' experience in early years education
- Qualified staff with specialist early childhood qualifications
- Age-specific learning environments with tailored staff ratios
- Government-funded childcare places available for eligible families
- Flexible care options including NHS staff discounts and respite care
Services
Baby Care
Secure, homely nursery spaces for babies aged 5 weeks to 12 months with 1:3 staff-to-child ratios. Each child receives individualised care through assigned key persons who track developmental progress. Daily routines combine sensory play, feeding support, and motor skill development in purpose-designed environments with dedicated kitchenettes and changing areas.
Toddler Development
Specialist rooms for children aged 12-24 months focusing on potty training, language development, and motor skills. Structured activities include sensory play, circle time sessions, and outdoor exploration with qualified staff delivering tailored learning plans aligned to developmental milestones.
Preschool Education
Government-funded preschool provision for 3-4 year olds preparing for school transition. Curriculum combines structured learning with free play across seven developmental areas, including phonics introduction, community awareness activities, and school readiness programmes with regular progress tracking.
Flexible Childcare
Customisable childcare options including term-time only contracts, respite care, and shift-worker scheduling. Family support features 10% sibling discounts, NHS staff benefits, and access to tax-free childcare schemes for eligible families.
Special Educational Needs
Dedicated SENCO-qualified staff provide tailored support across all age groups. Individualised learning plans and specialist resources ensure children with additional needs achieve developmental milestones through inclusive classroom environments and parent collaboration.
People
Danielle Christian
Setting Manager (Birkenhead)
Level 3 qualified childcare professional with SENCO award, currently studying for Level 5. Specialises in nursery operations and child development tracking.
Julie Moore
Setting Manager (New Ferry)
Level 3 childcare qualified with SENCO award. Focuses on maintaining high care standards and staff development in New Ferry location.
Becky Gambell
Senior Development Manager
Early years expert with Master's degree and Early Years Professional Status. Oversees staff development and educational practice across both nursery locations.
Erin Epton
Education Manager
Qualified teacher with Master's in Early Childhood. Leads curriculum planning and teaching quality across both nursery settings.
Vicki Fisher
CEO
Education leader with Qualified Teacher Status and management qualifications. Directs strategic vision and quality standards across the nursery group.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from 5 weeks old up to school age, with specialist rooms for each developmental stage.
Do you offer government-funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide funded hours for eligible 2, 3 and 4-year-olds as per government schemes.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff meet statutory requirements with many holding Level 3+ qualifications and specialist early years certifications.
How do you support children's learning?
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with tailored learning plans and regular developmental assessments.
Are there discounts available for multiple children?
Yes, we offer a 10% sibling discount for families with more than one child enrolled.
Do you provide care outside standard working hours?
We accommodate shift workers with flexible scheduling options when possible.
