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Little Acorns Nursery # Little Acorns Nursery in Royston Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 36 Kneesworth Street, Royston, SG8 5AB · Hertfordshire Number of places 52 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Acorns Nursery offers early childhood education across two distinct locations in Royston. The Kneesworth Street branch serves as the dedicated nursery, providing care and learning experiences for younger children. For slightly older children, the Poplar Drive location operates as Little Acorns Preschool, situated within Icknield Walk First School. Both facilities are committed to fostering a supportive and engaging environment where children can develop and grow. The nursery emphasises the importance of parental involvement in making informed decisions about their child's education, offering avenues for inquiries and open communication with prospective families. They prioritise safeguarding, privacy, and accessibility, with comprehensive policies readily available for review. Families seeking to enrol their children can reach out via phone or email, with distinct contact details provided for each branch. What it's like Children are happy and demonstrate strong friendships, sharing resources and encouraging each other. They learn about a range of emotions and the impact of their actions. They also develop physical skills, balancing on scooters and using various equipment. Two locations: Nursery and Preschool ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.littleacornsroyston.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Acorns Nursery Last inspected 20 July 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and demonstrate strong friendships, sharing resources and encouraging each other. They learn about a range of emotions and the impact of their actions. They also develop physical skills, balancing on scooters and using various equipment. Inspector highlights - The setting focuses its curriculum on the three prime areas of learning, with a primary focus on communication and language development. - Staff skilfully introduce new vocabulary and plan exciting activities that gain children's attention, such as using lights in the sensory room to extend knowledge of colours and teaching basic sign language. - Staff plan mathematical activities throughout the day, introducing new mathematical language and concepts. - The setting supports children's transitions to school, teaching important skills and inviting school teachers to meet children. - Morale at the setting is high, with staff reporting excellent support from the management team and enjoying working as a team. Areas to develop - 1 share more information to ensure that key staff know how to offer the very best support to children with SEND - 2 strengthen parent partnerships by providing further information and support regarding children's transitions within the setting. Inspection #10303576 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226705) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Acorns Nursery Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10303576 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226705)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2678543) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-acorns-nursery-sg8-5ab-2678543) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are given extra support throughout their time at the setting. Through regular and ongoing observations and tracking, staff recognise when children may show a delay in their development and seek advice from the setting's special needs and/or disabilities coordinator (SENDCo). Children receive one-to-one support, and the SENDCo plans appropriate targets for each child to support their continuous development. However, key persons for children with SEND do not always have all relevant information to be able to extend learning opportunities further. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Children learn a range of physical skills while at the setting. They learn to skilfully balance on scooters and ride in toy cars. They use a range of equipment, including balls for throwing, catching and kicking. Older children learn to extend their basic skills by negotiating space and speed when riding downhill. Inspection history Most recent inspection 20 July 2023 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226705) ## Frequently asked about Little Acorns Nursery ### Which area does Little Acorns Nursery serve? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What does Little Acorns Nursery do well? ### What size of nursery is Little Acorns Nursery? ### When is Little Acorns Nursery open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Royston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Acorns Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Kindred Royston Church House Nursery and Pre-School Royston · SG8 5AB 3.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/kindred-royston-church-house-nursery-and-pre-school-sg8-5ab-2671603) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Royston Day Nursery Royston · SG8 7AG 4.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/royston-day-nursery-sg8-7ag-ey474157) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Kindred Royston Newmarket Road Pre-School Royston · SG8 7HG ](/nursery/kindred-royston-newmarket-road-pre-school-sg8-7hg-ey555889) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Sunhill Montessori Nursery Royston · SG8 5WY 5.0(19 reviews) ](/nursery/sunhill-montessori-nursery-sg8-5wy-ey463845) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Eden House Day Nursery Royston · SG8 5NT 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/eden-house-day-nursery-ltd-sg8-5nt-2818173) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Melbourn Playgroup And Out Of School Club Melbourn · SG8 6DB 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/melbourn-playgroup-and-out-of-school-club-sg8-6db-ey553639) [See all nurseries in Royston →](/search?q=Royston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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