--- title: "Little Companions Leicester — Rated 4.6 by 10 parents" description: "Little Companions Leicester, a nursery in Leicester — Ofsted-rated Good, rated 4.6 by 10 parents. See opening hours, fees and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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This is very unprofessional. They do not even care about the details you submit. I do not recommend this setting at all. PS: I know how a montessori school looks like both from Canada and Turkey. If you are told that it is Montessory inspired, it is probably not.", "datePublished": "2021-03-01T11:38:27.607425Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Bithi Samia" }, "reviewBody": "This nursery is very nice and clean, my daughter loves to go and she enjoys a lot. Teachers are really kind and always available to help.", "datePublished": "2021-10-29T11:23:56.813319Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Amrin Nazirali" }, "reviewBody": "The nursery is really good, my son went there for around 2 years, friendly staff, nice and clean highly recommended.", "datePublished": "2022-01-02T15:38:11.557530Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Carlito Ibn Jackson" }, "reviewBody": "Excellent montessori inspired nursery. Caring and helpful staff. Lovely environment for the children", "datePublished": "2017-12-12T14:33:32.731Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "The Omaris" }, "reviewBody": "This school is the best that my daughter attends to the staff are nice and caring. And my daughter makes good friends. 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Little Companions Leicester # Little Companions Leicester Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · 4.6 (10 parent reviews) · 28 Saxby Street, LEICESTER, LE2 0NE · Leicester Number of places 96 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Leicester 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 Companions Leicester, established in 2016, is a Montessori-inspired nursery located in a historic Victorian building in South Highfields. The nursery is dedicated to offering children a comprehensive, secure, and enriching educational journey within a supportive and stimulating environment. Adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the curriculum fosters independence by recognising children's innate curiosity and capacity for self-initiated learning. They cater to children aged 2, 3, and 4 years old, though the baby room is currently not in operation. The nursery operates during term-time, from Monday to Friday, between 8:30 am and 3:00 pm. A team of qualified and dedicated practitioners ensures a professional and memorable experience for both children and parents alike. Little Companions Leicester is an Ofsted-registered nursery. Our ethos We are a Montessori-inspired nursery which follows the EYFS framework closely to provide children with a holistic, safe and memorable education. Our aim is to provide the best possible care for children within a fun, stimulating and loving environment, offering outstanding opportunities for all children to learn through play and develop to their highest individual potential. What it's like Staff create a supportive and secure environment for children, learning about their interests to help them settle into the nursery. This preparation ensures children are comfortable and ready to play in the welcoming setting, with staff knowing how to comfort them if they get upset. Montessori-inspired EYFS framework Term-time only Ofsted registered ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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 to Friday, 8.30am to 3pm during term-time Session types Morning sessions: 8.30am-11.30am, Afternoon sessions: 12pm-3pm Waitlist Spaces are currently limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Companions Leicester Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10316787 Lead inspector Sharon Alleary Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242260)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY498117) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-companions-leicester-le2-0ne-ey498117) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Companions Leicester Last inspected 7 February 2024 · Sharon Alleary 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 Staff create a supportive and secure environment for children, learning about their interests to help them settle into the nursery. This preparation ensures children are comfortable and ready to play in the welcoming setting, with staff knowing how to comfort them if they get upset. Inspector highlights - Staff provide supervision opportunities to support ongoing professional development and staff well-being. - Staff help children to understand what is acceptable behaviour in nursery to prepare them for life in wider society. - The nursery curriculum has a major focus on developing children's independence. - Staff appreciate the importance of supporting children in developing their language and communication skills. Areas to develop - 1 develop the planning and implementation of adult-led activities to support all children to be focused and concentrate - 2 strengthen practice so that staff support children to develop their own creative thoughts and ideas. Inspection #10316787 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242260) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children of all ages play together outside and learn to climb, slide, and throw balls. Staff remind children of safety measures, for example, to sit down when they go down the slide. Children enjoy being active in the fresh air. EAL / language support A high number of children in the nursery speak English as an additional language. Staff model good language, provide running commentaries on children's play, and support children to understand new words and instructions by speaking in their home language and reinforcing the words and sentences in English. ## Parent Reviews of Little Companions Leicester 4.6 (10) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWkUg_qmfkDcpTQdGafUvLlEuLZKp0yILhmjFDDZ0okNrqH_JuXfA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Has Ozc 5 years ago Even tough I communicated with this setting months ago regarding my son's issue, they just said everything is fine and he can start, however they refused us the morning my son was supposed to start and we had to come back home. This is very unprofessional. They do not even care about the details you submit. I do not recommend this setting at all. PS: I know how a montessori school looks like both from Canada and Turkey. If you are told that it is Montessory inspired, it is probably not. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR5b3Qzb2l3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4877613c5b47f877:0xfedbdd26884f7f92) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX5QPQkKqMk45hfxKjiShbVegPbtxzCJX-xD58swLH0FMu2OoQ2=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Bithi Samia 4 years ago This nursery is very nice and clean, my daughter loves to go and she enjoys a lot. Teachers are really kind and always available to help. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHanYzSTFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877613c5b47f877:0xfedbdd26884f7f92) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWfbdIpYkvPtda80_Zgr2_8sNav84rh1cAwIev65QqpfoiEo82d=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amrin Nazirali 4 years ago The nursery is really good, my son went there for around 2 years, friendly staff, nice and clean highly recommended. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNtNmRfM3dRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877613c5b47f877:0xfedbdd26884f7f92) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIXjRR6uixWrXc_5HVuRJEjrfGlHpGUtRl6KSLRJaoA6vmQaE8W=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Carlito Ibn Jackson 8 years ago Excellent montessori inspired nursery. Caring and helpful staff. Lovely environment for the children [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnbGVqLTJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4877613c5b47f877:0xfedbdd26884f7f92) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVpsDJ754oGn-OqwIFAPE4aB-d8izUHcK2ObSLfIkiRcTfwQmKG=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) The Omaris 8 years ago This school is the best that my daughter attends to the staff are nice and caring. And my daughter makes good friends. I just love this pre school [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURncXRLNW1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877613c5b47f877:0xfedbdd26884f7f92) Reviews from Google for Little Companions Leicester. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18364515063098736530&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2018 - February 2024 Good - May 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Companions Leicester ### Does Little Companions Leicester take babies? ### How did Little Companions Leicester do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What is Little Companions Leicester working on improving? ### What strengths stand out at Little Companions Leicester? ## Nearby day nurseries in LEICESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Companions Leicester. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Shama Women's Centre Leicester · LE2 0TD 4.4(45 reviews) ](/nursery/shama-women-s-centre-le2-0td-ey456314) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Al-Islamia Pre-School Leicester · LE2 0SA ](/nursery/al-islamia-pre-school-le2-0sa-ey373416) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Busy Bees at Leicester City Leicester · LE1 7QA 4.5(17 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-leicester-city-le1-7qa-ey259769) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Stanhope Day Nursery Leicester · LE1 7LT 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/stanhope-day-nursery-ltd-le1-7lt-ey284247) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Daisies Child Care High Field Centre Leicester · LE2 0DS 4.1(10 reviews) ](/nursery/daisies-child-care-ltd-high-field-centre-le2-0ds-ey499638) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Dolls House Leicester · LE1 6TF 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/the-dolls-house-le1-6tf-ey273915) [See all nurseries in LEICESTER →](/search?q=LEICESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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