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Little Dreams Day Nursery in Feltham

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2023)
·55 Dudley Road, Feltham, TW14 8EJ · Hounslow
Number of places
35 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2023
Local authority
Hounslow

About this day nursery

Little Dreams Day Nursery, established in 2003, is a welcoming and intimate childcare provider operating in both Feltham and Staines-upon-Thames, accommodating up to 50 children aged from 3 months to 5 years old. The nursery focuses on creating a secure, joyful, and calm atmosphere where children can thrive.

Their curriculum is rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, promoting learning through play. The nursery is divided into three age-specific rooms: the Bunnies Room for infants aged 3 months to 2 years, the Rabbits Room for toddlers aged 2-3 years, and the Bears Room for pre-schoolers aged 3-5 years, each with tailored daily routines.

They emphasise preparing children for school both academically and socially, encouraging independence and resilience. Little Dreams Day Nursery is committed to fostering strong partnerships with parents through regular meetings and aims to provide an inclusive environment that values the diverse contributions of all families.

The nursery also takes pride in its Ofsted approval and commitment to safeguarding children, following the Children’s Act (2004).

Our ethos

This nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, using play-based learning within a secure, joyful, and calm atmosphere. They focus on children's academic and social preparation for school, fostering independence and resilience, and building strong partnerships with parents.

What it's like

Staff greet children warmly at this setting, with separate areas for under-threes and older children. Younger children engage in circle time with adults, focusing on communication and language skills, while older children enjoy free play. The curriculum emphasises independence, encouraging children to use their voice and become self-sufficient.

Established 2003Ofsted ApprovedNutritious MealsOutdoor Play Area

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers funded places with no mandatory additional charges. Optional charges apply for freshly prepared meals and snacks, though parents can choose to provide packed meals instead. Parents must provide their own consumables, such as nappies, wipes, and creams.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Optional charges apply for meals and snacks during full or half day sessions.
  • Parents can provide their own packed meals and snacks to avoid meal charges.
  • Parents must provide their own consumables, including nappies, wipes, and creams.
  • No additional charges are required to access funded places.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. Closed on weekends. Closes at 12:30 pm on Bank Holidays and Christmas Eve.

Food

Freshly prepared meals and snacks provided; parents can opt for packed meals and snacks for fully free places.

Waitlist

Limited free places available for 2, 3 and 4 year olds.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full-time, Part-time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Dreams Day Nursery

Last inspected 8 September 2023

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 greet children warmly at this setting, with separate areas for under-threes and older children. Younger children engage in circle time with adults, focusing on communication and language skills, while older children enjoy free play. The curriculum emphasises independence, encouraging children to use their voice and become self-sufficient.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff know children well and plan activities based on their interests.
  • The curriculum focuses on developing children's independence.
  • Children have access to a wide range of resources in the enclosed garden for physical development.
  • Language and communication are a strong focus, using stories, songs, and conversations to build vocabulary.
  • Leaders and managers promote independence as a high focus for children's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1Provide effective support to all staff, to ensure they consistently meet the needs of children with SEND.
  • 2Ensure children with additional needs have programmes and recommendations consistently incorporated into their daily care.
  • 3Support parents to feel further involved in nursery life and their children's learning and development.
Inspection #10303618 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

some parents comment they would like more opportunities to be involved in their child's learning.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children requiring additional support or with emerging special needs and/or disabilities are supported by staff who have formed secure, warm attachments with them. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive support to help them make good progress from their starting points. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with parents and seeks advice from the local authority.

Outdoor space

All children have access to a wide range of resources in the enclosed garden. Bicycles, tricycles and a slide enable children to practise using large muscles to develop their physical skills in a well-supervised area.

Inspection history

Date: November 2009

  • September 2023Good
  • April 2019Good
  • July 2016Good
  • August 2015Good
  • January 2015Requires improvement
  • May 2014Inadequate
  • March 2013Good
  • October 2012Requires improvement
  • November 2009Good

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