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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill # Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2024) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Blacker Hill Lifelong Learning Centre, Wentworth Road, Barnsley, S74 0RL · Barnsley Number of places 60 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Barnsley 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 Explorers Community Nursery, established in 2016 by co-founders Nicola and Katie, offers a nurturing What it's like Children flourish in this inspirational and nurturing nursery. Leaders and staff support all children to make excellent progress in their learning and development, benefiting from superb support from staff who understand each child's unique interests and ways of learning. Children are enthusiastic learners and are thoroughly well prepared for their next phase in learning. Community Nursery Bespoke Curriculum Secure Forest Area Parent App ## 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://www.littleexplorerscommunitynursery.com/) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill Last inspected 28 November 2024 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children flourish in this inspirational and nurturing nursery. Leaders and staff support all children to make excellent progress in their learning and development, benefiting from superb support from staff who understand each child's unique interests and ways of learning. Children are enthusiastic learners and are thoroughly well prepared for their next phase in learning. Inspector highlights - Children flourish in this inspirational and nurturing nursery. - Leaders and staff support all children to make excellent progress in their learning and development. - Staff plan a wide range of engaging activities that children are thrilled to join in with and explore. - Children with SEND receive superb support, and leaders and staff build excellent relationships with parents and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes. - Children delight in being outdoors and use this area well for physical and exploratory skills development. Inspection #10343561 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50265364) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10343561 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50265364)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2790772) 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.littleexplorerscommunitynursery.com/) Blacker Hill Lifelong Learning Centre, Wentworth Road, Barnsley, S74 0RL [© 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#/-1.44507/53.51314/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Barnsley - [Day nurseries in Barnsley](/search?q=Barnsley) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-explorers-community-nursery-blackerhill-s74-0rl-2790772) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive superb support. The passionate and knowledgeable leaders and staff build excellent relationships with parents and external professionals to support children to achieve positive outcomes. They have individualised plans for children with SEND that staff frequently review and discuss with parents. Outdoor space Children delight in being outdoors and use this area well. For example, children are provided with excellent opportunities to help develop their physical and exploratory skills. When engaging in an outdoor game, all children take a turn to choose a 'silly', 'runner' or a 'jumping' bean to indicate an action, enhancing their physical and social development. ## Parent Reviews of Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKPIqWJkBXrXthLQuRppf_zNrWr-G-hxRCI1h55UqpaH90jjg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mabel Knott 7 months ago Both my children Sylvie & Niall attend after school club Weekly with Little Explorers. And I cannot thank the dedicate team enough, it’s hard enough having to work long hours and leave your children. But little explorers really go above and beyond, both my children have so much fun and usually don’t want to leave when we collect them. It really helps knowing they are loved, and safe and having so much fun. Thank you to all of you for your hard work and care you give our children. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ocmVFUTRja3RRT0c5U2NHczBiRzAzWW1ocmNWRRAB!2m1!1s0x487971303796b275:0x59037f6b84c31df2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXSMLbmRe_Y_kSR-XAZzA8FXJvR5mF8tmivW792-vR6wEFaChVWDQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Michael Parker a year ago My eldest daughter attended Little Explorers for 2 years before going to school and loved it and my youngest daughter still goes to Little Explorers and loves the team that look after her. After visiting other nurseries in Wombwell, we're very happy we went with Little Explorers. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQN3Nxd0tBEAE!2m1!1s0x487971303796b275:0x59037f6b84c31df2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXO7F7N90xLnINHQkjLrmBZYaSSgWR_dciocOR6aM8IBbKk9bw6cA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Louise Drummond a year ago Amazing nursery, fantastic staff. Very creative indoor and outdoor spaces for children to explore. Lots of additional support available for parents when needed. Glad I chose Little Explorers for my little explorer! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYM2ZDUHBRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487971303796b275:0x59037f6b84c31df2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIKPF0poYWAvLf1hgkb78Os0L0Mg79whpSAM5YRT-9rMM7jlg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Dee Czy a year ago Lovely welcoming staff, plenty of learning opportunities for the children. My daughter is coming on great since starting [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYM2VESjFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487971303796b275:0x59037f6b84c31df2) Reviews from Google for Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6414110394071326194&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 28 November 2024 Outstanding 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/50265364) ## Frequently asked about Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill ### How many places does Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill have? ### What strengths stand out at Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill? ### When was Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill established? ### What curriculum approach does Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill use? ### Does Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill take babies? ## Nearby day nurseries in Barnsley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill. - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.9 mi ### Railway Children Nursery Jump Barnsley · S74 0HZ ](/nursery/railway-children-nursery-jump-s74-0hz-2859930) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Rainbow Day Care Hoyland Barnsley · S74 9QS 3.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/rainbow-day-care-hoyland-s74-9qs-ey552322) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Tots2teens Daycare Barnsley · S74 0ER ](/nursery/tots2teens-daycare-s74-0er-ey552440) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.3 mi ### Little Cobs Daycare Barnsley · S74 8DA ](/nursery/little-cobs-daycare-s74-8da-2869792) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Elsecar Nursery Barnsley · S74 8HS ](/nursery/elsecar-nursery-s74-8hs-ey541622) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Growing Wild Outdoor Nursery Barnsley · S70 5NQ ](/nursery/growing-wild-outdoor-nursery-s70-5nq-2535612) [See all nurseries in Barnsley →](/search?q=Barnsley) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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