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Little Beeches Nursery # Little Beeches Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · Maiden Beech Academy, Lyme Road, Crewkerne, TA18 8HG · Somerset Number of places 97 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Beeches Nursery, which opened in September 2022, provides a nurturing and engaging environment for children from 12 weeks old up to school age. Located on the same site as Maiden Beech Primary Academy, the nursery benefits from shared facilities while operating independently. The nursery features two distinct areas: 'Caterpillars' for children under two, and 'Butterflies' for two-to-four-year-olds. Both spaces offer direct access to bespoke outdoor play areas, including a mud kitchen, bug hotel, and gardening opportunities for growing fruits, vegetables, and plants. The nursery's philosophy centres on providing every child with an exceptional start to their educational journey, fostering confidence, resilience, independence, and curiosity with a rich and relevant curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework. They aim to ignite a desire for learning and challenge children to reach their full potential. Our ethos Little Beeches Nursery's philosophy is founded on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework, aiming to provide every child with an exceptional start by fostering confidence, resilience, independence, and curiosity. They seek to ignite a desire for learning and challenge children to reach their full potential. What it's like Children happily enter the nursery and are greeted by friendly, enthusiastic staff who provide a safe and stimulating environment. Warm, positive interactions help children develop a sense of belonging and staff support good behaviour and independence. Opened September 2022 Located on primary school site Dedicated spaces for under 2s and 2-4 year olds Outdoor learning focus EYFS Curriculum ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 07:30 - 17:30 Age range 12 weeks to school age Term time / All Year All Year Established September 2022 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Beeches Nursery Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10368060 Lead inspector Vicky Burns Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270370)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2700133) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-beeches-nursery-ta18-8hg-2700133) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Beeches Nursery Last inspected 29 January 2025 · Vicky Burns 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 happily enter the nursery and are greeted by friendly, enthusiastic staff who provide a safe and stimulating environment. Warm, positive interactions help children develop a sense of belonging and staff support good behaviour and independence. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, eager to attend and well engaged - Warm, positive interactions give children a strong sense of belonging - Ambitious, well-structured curriculum supporting good progress - Highly effective partnerships with parents and responsive key-person approach - Staff support children's physical development, including outdoor balancing activities Areas to develop - 1 develop the organisation of larger group activities for children so they can engage and benefit from the learning experiences. Inspection #10368060 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270370) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children engage in various physical activities and staff support development of large- and small-muscle skills. Older children enhance their balance and challenge themselves outdoors on large wooden balancing beams, strengthening the muscles in their body. Inspection history Most recent inspection 29 January 2025 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/50270370) ## Frequently asked about Little Beeches Nursery ### Is Little Beeches Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Little Beeches Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Little Beeches Nursery cost? ### Does Little Beeches Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Little Beeches Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Little Beeches Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Little Beeches Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Little Beeches Nursery accept? ### Does Little Beeches Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Little Beeches Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Little Beeches Nursery? ### How do I contact Little Beeches Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Crewkerne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Beeches Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Lawns Children's Nursery Crewkerne · TA18 8BH ](/nursery/the-lawns-children-s-nursery-ta18-8bh-ey479731) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Jigsaw Preschool Crewkerne · TA18 8DA ](/nursery/jigsaw-preschool-ta18-8da-ey535772) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 4.8 mi ### Rama Life at Frogmary South Petherton · TA13 5DJ ](/nursery/rama-life-at-frogmary-ta13-5dj-2645654) [See all nurseries in Crewkerne →](/search?q=Crewkerne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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