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Little Blossoms Harmanswater # Little Blossoms Harmanswater Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 3.5 (2 parent reviews) · Little Blossoms The Parks, 8-10 Nicholson Park, BRACKNELL, RG12 9QN · Bracknell Forest Number of places 70 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Bracknell Forest About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Blossoms Childcare at Harmanswater offers a nurturing and stimulating preschool environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. Operating during term time, the preschool is open Monday to Friday, providing both sessional and full-day care options. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, with a strong emphasis on child-led learning and individual development. Each child is supported by a dedicated key worker who fosters a close bond and guides their journey, ensuring a smooth transition into preschool and continuous progress monitoring through regular parent meetings. The setting promotes independence and self-care, creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where diversity is valued. Children participate in social snack times, bringing their own healthy snacks, and are encouraged to prepare and serve their food. The preschool also integrates outdoor exploration into its activities, often visiting local parks and fields, allowing children to engage with wildlife and their natural surroundings. Collaboration with parents and carers is central to Little Blossoms' ethos, aiming to help children flourish through play. Our ethos Little Blossoms Childcare at Harmanswater's ethos is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. They emphasise child-led learning and individual development, fostering independence and self-care. Collaboration with parents is central to their approach, aiming to help children flourish through play and outdoor exploration. What it's like Children have a strong sense of belonging in the setting and develop reassurance and confidence through relationships with familiar staff. Staff effectively observe children's interactions and invite them into different play experiences, encouraging them to try new activities. Children are eager to learn and show intrigue and curiosity, openly questioning other children's play and helping to model learning for younger children. Term-time only Child-led learning Key worker approach Outdoor exploration Healthy eating focus ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged per sessional block, with the option to combine them into a full day. Additional wrap-around care is offered through breakfast and after school clubs. Late collection fees apply. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Late collection fees are charged for pickups between 5 and 15 minutes late. - An incremental fee is charged for every 5 minutes of lateness thereafter. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Blossoms Harmanswater Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10351058 Lead inspector Claire Parnell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255116)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY538240) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.littleblossomschildcare.com/harmanswater) Little Blossoms The Parks, 8-10 Nicholson Park, BRACKNELL, RG12 9QN [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.7384/51.40905/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BRACKNELL - [Day nurseries in BRACKNELL](/search?q=BRACKNELL) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-blossoms-harmanswater-rg12-9qn-ey538240) ## Key facts Session types Sessional care, Full day care, Breakfast club, After school club, Lunch club Opening hours Mon-Fri 8:45am - 3:45pm Age range 2 to 5 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2016 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Blossoms Harmanswater Last inspected 17 July 2024 · Claire Parnell 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 have a strong sense of belonging in the setting and develop reassurance and confidence through relationships with familiar staff. Staff effectively observe children's interactions and invite them into different play experiences, encouraging them to try new activities. Children are eager to learn and show intrigue and curiosity, openly questioning other children's play and helping to model learning for younger children. Inspector highlights - Staff engage and interact positively with all children, understanding their interests and preferences. - Staff effectively adapt activities according to children's stages of development. - Staff promote children's communication particularly well, using varied skills to help children feel confident to communicate their needs. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported particularly well. - Staff have a positive attitude to developing their practice, accessing core training courses and being supported by the manager to pursue their interests. - Children are excited to move on to school, and staff help them to manage these changes through confident discussions and developing independence. Areas to develop - 1 use initial information from parents about all children more effectively, to fully meet children's ongoing needs - 2 extend the support for how all parents can further support their children's learning at home. Inspection #10351058 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255116) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported particularly well. Every small achievement that children make is celebrated and shared. Staff work with parents and other professionals to provide continuous support to help children to make progress in their learning. They take time and careful consideration to plan for and provide effective experiences. Outdoor space Staff provide a wide range of play experiences, both inside and outside. They encourage children to transport resources to extend their learning. For example, staff encourage older children to use a book to identify insects and bugs in the garden. They enthusiastically invite younger children into the hunt and tell them each insect's name. Inspection history Date: October 2018 - July 2024 Good - October 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Blossoms Harmanswater ### Is Little Blossoms Harmanswater a day nursery or preschool? ### What are the fees at Little Blossoms Harmanswater? ### What strengths were highlighted for Little Blossoms Harmanswater? ### When is Little Blossoms Harmanswater open? ### Is Little Blossoms Harmanswater suitable for under-twos? ### How are meals and snacks handled at Little Blossoms Harmanswater? ### How did Little Blossoms Harmanswater do at its last Ofsted inspection? ## Nearby day nurseries in BRACKNELL Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Blossoms Harmanswater. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bramley Wood Day Nursery and Pre-School Bracknell · RG12 7AR 4.4(9 reviews) ](/nursery/bramley-wood-day-nursery-and-pre-school-rg12-7ar-119296) - [ Ofsted: Met 0.7 mi ### Ashleigh's Little Angels Childcare Bracknell · RG12 1BH ](/nursery/ashleigh-s-little-angels-childcare-rg12-1bh-2634011) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Bright Horizons Forest Park Bracknell Day Nursery and Preschool Bracknell · RG12 0XQ 4.6(13 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-forest-park-bracknell-day-nursery-and-preschool-rg12-0xq-ey544932) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Whitegrove Pre-School Bracknell · RG42 3JP 4.2(6 reviews) ](/nursery/whitegrove-pre-school-rg42-3jp-ey477817) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Garth Under Fives Nursery Bracknell · RG42 2HG 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/garth-under-fives-nursery-rg42-2hg-119269) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.3 mi ### St Martin's Day Nursery Ascot · SL5 8RR 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/st-martin-s-day-nursery-sl5-8rr-2785731) [See all nurseries in BRACKNELL →](/search?q=BRACKNELL) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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