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Little Chums Nursery # Little Chums Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Beehive Lane CP School, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 9SR · Essex Number of places 45 places Age range 2–5 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 Chums Nursery, situated on the grounds of Beehive Lane Primary School in Chelmsford, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. Established in 2001, the nursery has expanded its facilities to meet growing demand, offering a warm and engaging space for early learning amidst lush playing fields. The nursery is committed to treating every child and family with individual care, fostering a sense of belonging. The dedicated team, comprised of experienced mothers, ensures a safe, stimulating, and loving atmosphere, with staff continuously developing their professional knowledge. Little Chums also offers breakfast and after-school care for children attending Beehive Lane County Primary School, aiming to create a seamless and supportive experience for families. What it's like Children arrive at Little Chums Nursery with infectious joy, greeted by cheerful staff who take the time to welcome them and speak to parents. Children make lunch choices before skipping along a hopscotch ladder, brimming with positivity and eager to start their day. Staff help children develop an understanding of rules and boundaries, leading to good behaviour and responsiveness to staff, and increasing independence in daily tasks. Preschool care for 2-4 year olds Located on primary school grounds Experienced and dedicated staff Breakfast and after-school care available ## 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://littlechumsnursery.com/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Not specified Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Food Not specified Staff Not specified Waitlist Not specified Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Chums Nursery Last inspected 9 May 2024 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 arrive at Little Chums Nursery with infectious joy, greeted by cheerful staff who take the time to welcome them and speak to parents. Children make lunch choices before skipping along a hopscotch ladder, brimming with positivity and eager to start their day. Staff help children develop an understanding of rules and boundaries, leading to good behaviour and responsiveness to staff, and increasing independence in daily tasks. Inspector highlights - The manager has a clear vision and understands what she wants children to learn, with a clearly sequenced curriculum that supports all children to make progress. - Children learn to communicate through a range of ways, using language well, Makaton signs, and visual aids, which helps develop their communication and language skills. - Vulnerable children receive tailored support to make progress, with leaders and staff, including the SENCo, having good knowledge of the children and support needed. - Partnership working is strong, with staff working with parents and professionals to provide appropriate support for children through weekly newsletters, parent evenings, and a combined approach to teaching. - Children's well-being is fostered, with staff considering children's feelings and emotions and providing carpet time for regulation through yoga and singing. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff supervision to provide regular opportunities for staff to discuss their professional development, to drive continuous improvements in the curriculum and teaching. Inspection #10335139 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249084) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Chums Nursery Inspection date May 2024 Inspection no. 10335139 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249084)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY297852) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-chums-nursery-cm2-9sr-ey297852) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Vulnerable children receive the tailored support they need to make the progress of which they are capable. Leaders and staff, including the SENCo have a good knowledge of the children and support needed. Excellent partnership working complements the hard work staff do and further improves outcomes for these children. Leaders use additional support beyond the nursery and signpost parents to these services. Outdoor space Children show curiosity and wonder such as when they discover a caterpillar in the nursery garden. Staff direct the children to the 'mini-beast' area where they learn more about their new friend. ## Parent Reviews of Little Chums Nursery 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX9ifNqqIqz9jZ0dEmUqnWnQXJNYiCGxiTka2zBGSVfK4C8zjT8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Samsana 3 years ago This is such a truly lovely nursery. My son just started here and I couldn't be happier. The indoors is so cosy, with so much to do. The staff are all so friendly and care so much. I highly recommend Little Chums [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCNzRIb1N3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8e988b3f0cbd1:0x48a7dac08390a792) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKTqlBNfkyx85xj4rdKTSKrnU6fbSpERpz4ItoSXZRXrq5bPQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Charleigh W 2 years ago If I could give this nursery 100 stars I would! All the staff here are brilliant, they welcomed my daughter every morning with nothing but love and smiles, they look after your children like their own, I could not praise this nursery enough, we are going to miss you all [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKaGJHTGVBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8e988b3f0cbd1:0x48a7dac08390a792) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVjoExylG1WkFoidd9_cBwMQVO4HOm4YqS_hiEsAIFLdLSE-X0F=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Annabel Thomas 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2bXR2VV93RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8e988b3f0cbd1:0x48a7dac08390a792) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU4Xyw6RhV75m2P98Q_lcv8TBS5sDZI_ikqgErAqwqMsIwu6cGOHQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Georgina Thirkell 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKdFpPLTFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8e988b3f0cbd1:0x48a7dac08390a792) Reviews from Google for Little Chums Nursery. 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