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Heath Lodge Day Nursery

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5.0(12 parent reviews) ·56 Lessness Avenue, Bexleyheath, DA7 5SJ · Bexley
Awaiting first Ofsted inspection. This is a newly registered provider (registered October 2024). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available.
Number of places
36 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
—
Local authority
Bexley

About this day nursery

Heath Lodge Day Nursery, formerly known as Little Dolphins Day Nursery Limited, was acquired by Cassandra Grice in July 2024. The nursery is dedicated to providing a nurturing, home-like environment where children can thrive through high-quality care, teaching, and learning experiences.

Recognising the individuality of each child, the nursery places a strong emphasis on fostering robust partnerships with parents to ensure every child has the best opportunity to develop independently and emotionally. They cater to infants from three months old up to children aged five years.

Additionally, the nursery offers a holiday club for enrolled families on an ad hoc basis during school breaks. The facility is commended for its friendly atmosphere where children feel settled and happy, with a clear focus on their well-being.

Staff are highly trained in various developmental programmes such as Talk Boost, WellComm, and Makaton, and are certified in Paediatric First Aid. The nursery also boasts a dedicated SENDCo and strong safeguarding leadership.

They engage in regular community trips to places like the local library and the Irish Community Centre in Bexleyheath. The nursery holds a Good OFSTED rating and a 5-star food hygiene rating, reflecting their commitment to high standards of care and health.

Home-from-Home EnvironmentGood OFSTED Rating5-Star Food Hygiene RatingHighly Trained StaffCommunity Trips

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 07:15 – 18:15, 51 weeks per year. Closed on Bank Holidays and closes at 4pm on Christmas Eve and for one week over Christmas period.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Parent Reviews of Heath Lodge Day Nursery

5.0
(12)
Leah-Jane O'Reilly
3 years ago

I would recommend this nursery to any of my friends. The team at Little Dolphins are great, they really care for the children and show so much encouragement in everything they do. Our daughter has been going through a tough phase and the support we have had from the team has been invaluable. My daughter loves the wow moments and everyone there makes a big deal of all their achievements doesn't matter how big or small. Both my children absolutely love it there!

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Chez Joseph
6 years ago

My son has just started at little dolphins and he was made to feel very welcome and so comfortable in his new setting by the team. I am regularly updated on his progress and always welcomed to call and see how he is doing throughout the day which is comforting. The meals are nutritious and he enjoys all. The team are always active and arranging exciting day trips out with the children. I am happy with little dolphins and my son is settling very well too. Highly recommended.

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Jemma Grimes
2 years ago

I cannot speak of Little Dolphins highly enough. My son is now two and started at 9 months old and he loves all of the staff, we receive regular updates and photos on what he did each day he attends and he skips in happily every morning. We wanted a small setting with caring staff, good food, play and cuddles; all of which they have in abundance.

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Anne-Grethe Jensen
6 years ago

My son has been going to Little Dolphins for just over 2 years. He loves it there. All the staff are very friendly and they have taken great care of my son and have even embraced his tri-lingualism trying to learn some of the words we use at home to help him grow more confident in using English. The setting is lovely and bright and there are always activities and toys to be enjoyed. The garden is great for the kids to spend some energy in with a variety of toys. I would not hesitate to recommend Little Dolphins to anyone looking for a nursery in the area.

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Sarah C
2 years ago

We wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Little Dolphins to anyone. Our daughter has been going for over two years and we’ve seen her form close bonds with the staff and her little friends! Little Dolphins really does have a family feel to it and the staff care so much for the children. The activities are really varied and the outdoor space is fantastic.

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