Business Details
Expert Childcare Services in the North West
Established to provide expert childcare across the North West, Portico Lodge has developed a reputation for excellence since its inception. Our dedicated team of over 100 qualified professionals delivers tailored early years education through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, ensuring each child thrives in a nurturing environment. With six purpose-built nurseries in Merseyside and Lancashire, we combine structured learning with playful exploration to foster confidence and a lifelong love of learning. Our flexible hours accommodate working families, while our key worker system ensures strong parent partnerships.Committed to continuous improvement, staff regularly undertake advanced training to maintain the highest standards of care and education. We prioritise safety and inclusivity, offering tailored support for children with special educational needs. Regular communication channels keep parents informed of their child's progress, and our facilities remain open 51 weeks a year to provide reliable childcare solutions.
Services
EYFS Education
Flexible Childcare
SEN Support
Parent Partnerships
After School Care
Holiday Provision
Highlights and features
- We have 10+ years' experience in early years childcare
- Our team includes 100+ qualified childcare professionals
- We operate six purpose-built nurseries across the North West
- Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
- We maintain 100% parent satisfaction through tailored care
What people say
Happy and caring environment
Qualified and dedicated staff
Excellent learning resources
Flexible booking options
Strong parent communication
Services
EYFS Education
Our curriculum follows the Department for Education's Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Children learn through structured play and interactive exploration, developing key skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development. Qualified staff create individual learning plans to support each child's unique progress.
Flexible Childcare
We offer full-time and part-time childcare options to accommodate working parents. Facilities operate from 7:30am to 6pm Monday to Friday, with 51 weeks of annual availability. Our flexible booking system allows adjustments to meet changing family needs.
SEN Support
Our nurseries provide tailored support for children with special educational needs. Staff receive regular training in SEN requirements, and each location implements individualised care plans. We work closely with parents and external specialists to ensure comprehensive support.
Parent Partnerships
We maintain regular communication through parent-teacher meetings and daily updates. Our key worker system ensures consistent contact points for families. Parents receive termly progress reports and can access learning journals at any time.
Holiday Provision
Our nurseries operate throughout the year with the exception of bank holidays and one Christmas week. This provides reliable childcare during school holidays, ensuring continuity of care for working families across all seasons.
People
Sarah Fillingham
Senior Management
Experienced childcare professional with over 15 years in early years education. Leads staff training initiatives and curriculum development. Recognised in the NMT Top 5 Inspirational Leaders category for contributions to the sector.
Questions
What childcare funding options are available?
We accept Tax-Free Childcare, 30 Hours Government Funding, and childcare vouchers. Parents can apply through the Childcare Service portal or our nursery staff for funding support.
Do you provide care for children with special needs?
Yes, our SEN-trained staff implement individualised care plans. We follow updated DfE guidelines and work with external specialists to support children with additional needs.
What are your nursery operating hours?
Our nurseries operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year. We close only for bank holidays and one week at Christmas.
How do you support the transition to school?
Our key worker system and structured EYFS curriculum prepare children for school through play-based learning. We provide transition reports and liaise with receiving schools.
Can I visit my local nursery?
Yes, show rounds are available on Mondays and Fridays. Contact your preferred nursery location to book a visit and meet our childcare team.
