--- title: "Little Acorns Pre-School, Preston | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-acorns-pre-school-pr2-8er-ey417226 description: "Little Acorns Pre-School in Preston — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Little Acorns Pre-School in Preston Ofsted: Outstanding (Sept 2024) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Kennington Primary School, Kennington Road, PRESTON, PR2 8ER · Lancashire Number of places 36 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Lancashire ## About this early years setting Little Acorns Pre-School is located in Fulwood, Preston, and is a limited company with charitable status, governed by a volunteer committee. The setting provides care for children aged from two to ten years and operates on a term-time only basis. It accepts government funding for three and four-year-olds. Ofsted inspected the pre-school in September 2024 and judged it to be Outstanding. The inspector found that children make exceptional progress through a meticulously planned curriculum with communication and language at its core. Staff were noted as excellent role models, supporting children to learn about different cultures and gain life skills through activities such as first-aid sessions. The report also highlighted that close monitoring and effective in-house learning support mean that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Our ethos Little Acorns is rooted in inclusivity, partnership and child-centred care. We are a limited company with charitable status which is run by a committee of volunteers (Registered Charity Number: 1136626). We believe in creating a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive. As a charity, we operate for the benefit of the children and families. This means every decision we make and every penny we raise goes directly into enhancing children’s early years. What it's like Skilled staff at Little Acorns Pre-School support children to make exceptional progress across a meticulously planned curriculum with communication and language skills at its core. Staff foster children's curiosity and love of learning through interesting visits and by adapting the nursery environment to reflect children's home lives and heritage. Children quickly form strong bonds with staff and demonstrate mature levels of engagement in their play and learning, preparing them for a seamless transition to school. Charity-run Ofsted Outstanding Forest School classes Term-time only Strong parent partnerships ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age band, covering children aged 2-3 years and 3-4 years. The nursery offers options for full-time weekly enrolment, full days, or individual morning and afternoon sessions, with an additional weekly charge for extended hours. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Payments are accepted via bank transfer, childcare vouchers, and government-funded childcare schemes. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 3:15pm (Term-time only). After School Club: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 3:15pm - 5:30pm (for 3-4 year olds). Session types Morning: 8:30am–11:30am, Afternoon: 12:15pm–3:15pm, Full-day: 8:30am–3:15pm, After School Club: 3:15pm–5:30pm Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 2010 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Acorns Pre-School Last inspected 10 September 2024 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children make exceptional progress across a meticulously planned curriculum, with communication and language skills at the core. - Staff are excellent role models, embedding exemplary behaviour and manners, and skillfully extend children's vocabulary. - Children learn about their own cultures and those of others through enticing activities, building models of religious buildings and learning different languages. - Children learn about keeping themselves and others safe through first-aid sessions, gaining important life skills and confidence. - Close monitoring of children's progress and effective in-house learning support means gaps in learning are identified and often closed early. Inspection #10351170 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259734) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Close monitoring of children's progress means that gaps in their learning are identified early on. Effective in-house learning support means that gaps are often closed before referral appointments are issued. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported to achieve to the best of their abilities. Staff work closely with outside agencies to ensure that all children make excellent progress from their starting points. 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. ## Google Reviews of Little Acorns Pre-School 5.0 (1 Google review) Sunny Singh 2 years ago Brilliant nursery and excellent staff. If you looking for staff who are looking to go beyond and above for your child I would highly recommend. The staff were very helpful and the management was very professional and hardworking. My daughter is autistic and we wanted support from the nursery to apply for special school. The staff and management was able to assist with the paperwork and advise us through the process with professionalism through past knowledge and experience. Big thank you to Alison, Steph and the whole team! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGbGZmOU1REAE!2m1!1s0x487b7216db5ef07f:0xa1a421b35b266236) Reviews from Google for Little Acorns Pre-School. 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