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LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL # LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Post Office, Village Hall, Halstead, CO9 4DR · Essex Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Chestnuts Pre-School, established in 1975, is a charitable organisation nestled in the charming village of Toppesfield, North Essex. The pre-school prides itself on fostering children's development and learning through engaging activities tailored to their age and stage. They offer a diverse range of enrichment programmes, including weekly yoga, outdoor discovery sessions focused on nature and gardening, cooking club, and dance classes. The pre-school actively involves its community, encouraging parental participation in fundraising efforts to enhance resources for the children. They also collaborate with local primary schools for afterschool care. The dedicated team, led by manager Andrea, who has over 30 years of childcare experience, is committed to providing a welcoming environment where every child can thrive and explore the world around them. What it's like Children are eager to enter the pre-school, happily leaving their parents and settling quickly into activities. They demonstrate growing independence by managing their belongings. Staff provide a calm environment where children are encouraged to express feelings, fostering trusting relationships. Charity-based Community-focussed Outdoor learning Yoga and Dance ## Pricing & funding Charges are calculated on an hourly basis for non-funded hours, supplemented by small weekly charges for specific activities, snacks, and materials. A daily fee applies for nursery-provided lunches, and a voluntary donation is requested towards consumables. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Parents can choose to provide a packed lunch instead of paying for the nursery lunch. - A voluntary donation is requested to help support extra activities and consumables. - Separate weekly fees are charged for dance classes, outside learning, consumables, and snacks. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday 8:30am-3pm (Preschool), Monday - Thursday 3:15pm-5:15pm (Afterschool club) Age range 2 through to rising 5 year olds Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2022 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10343221 Lead inspector Shelly McDougall Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248561)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2685225) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.littlechestnutspre-school.co.uk/) Post Office, Village Hall, Halstead, CO9 4DR [© 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#/0.5329/52.00849/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Halstead - [Day nurseries in Halstead](/search?q=Halstead) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-chestnuts-pre-school-co9-4dr-2685225) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL Last inspected 8 May 2024 · Shelly McDougall 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 eager to enter the pre-school, happily leaving their parents and settling quickly into activities. They demonstrate growing independence by managing their belongings. Staff provide a calm environment where children are encouraged to express feelings, fostering trusting relationships. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate their growing independence as they hang up their coats and put their lunch boxes away on the rack provided. - Children behave exceptionally well and have formed good friendships with each other. - The manager designs her curriculum to reflect the current interests of the children and to consider what it is that the children need to learn next. - Children clearly enjoy the time in the garden, and staff plan the outdoor environment to help children develop their gross motor skills. - Staff promote children's interest in books and stories, reading books to children throughout the day. Areas to develop - 1 guide staff in supporting children who may have less confidence than others to be able to share their thoughts and ideas during group activities - 2 strengthen the monitoring of staff practice to help promote consistently high-quality teaching. Inspection #10343221 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248561) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager designs her curriculum to reflect the current interests of the children and to consider what it is that the children need to learn next. This helps all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children clearly enjoy the time in the garden. Staff plan the outdoor environment to help children develop their gross motor skills. Children spend time climbing up the steps on the small slide and slide down with confidence. Staff introduce new words to children, such as 'antenna', when they are looking at bugs and insects in the outdoor environment. ## Parent Reviews of LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI1RZ-iiTvg5LrP2Ny_3lZ7rihW2Rs5R9P0PY9G2R_1MD4Xbg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Reece Hatton 9 years ago A brilliant village pre school ,with loads of indoor and outdoor space,a great team of dedicated staff who make all children feel welcome. Learning is fun, and they believe in child led play,which makes it a great place to be. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRX3ZmcEJ3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8f7cde97775c1:0x3109b046e6849e94) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLTsXhzFYWLNvB1QHtcXPxr5rZLefF0Ul7W2m-t_-wtNCwm_g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Emma Parson 9 years ago Fantastic caring and nurturing pre-school for children aged 2 to rising 5's in a pretty village setting - perfect environment for children to develop and thrive! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBa3ZfWXJnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8f7cde97775c1:0x3109b046e6849e94) Reviews from Google for LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3533549201210515092&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 8 May 2024 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/50248561) ## Frequently asked about LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL ### What size of nursery is LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL? ### What is Little Chestnuts Pre-School working on improving? ### How does Little Chestnuts Pre-School support children with SEND? ### Does LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL take babies? ### Outdoor space at LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL? ## Nearby day nurseries in Halstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to LITTLE CHESTNUTS PRE-SCHOOL. - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Blooming Futures Daycare Braintree · CM7 4BP 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/blooming-futures-daycare-limited-cm7-4bp-2654357) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Olive Barn Day Nursery Steeple Bumpstead · CB9 7BN ](/nursery/olive-barn-day-nursery-cb9-7bn-2722980) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 5.8 mi ### Unity Stars Haverhill · CB9 0LB ](/nursery/unity-stars-cb9-0lb-2808908) - [ Ofsted: Good 5.9 mi ### Golden Apples Day Nursery Haverhill · CB9 8PP 4.7(16 reviews) ](/nursery/golden-apples-day-nursery-cb9-8pp-2740791) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 6.0 mi ### Dizzys Day Nursery Haverhill · CB9 8PR ](/nursery/dizzys-day-nursery-cb9-8pr-ey233205) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 6.1 mi ### Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Braintree · CM7 4PY ](/nursery/bardfield-montessori-day-nursery-cm7-4py-2615553) [See all nurseries in Halstead →](/search?q=Halstead) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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