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Little Fingers Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2023)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·Malt House Farm, Green Street Green Road, Dartford, DA2 8DX · Kent
Number of places
61 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2023
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Little Fingers Day Nursery, situated in Darenth, Kent, operates as a family-run establishment, aiming to extend a familial atmosphere throughout its setting. This single-storey, purpose-built facility boasts a generously sized and well-appointed garden, providing diverse activities suitable for all age groups.

The nursery welcomes children from 9 months up to 4 years old and offers services for 51 weeks of the year, with operating hours from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm. They provide government funding starting the term after a child reaches three years of age.

The nursery is committed to delivering nutritious meals, including breakfast, snacks, and main meals. Their facilities include a dedicated baby unit, a toddler room, rooms catering to 2-3 year olds, and a pre-school department.

Little Fingers also offers settling-in sessions to help children adjust to the nursery environment. They place importance on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and have a key person policy.

What it's like

The staff are passionate and kind in their approach to caring for children, offering cuddles and affection. Children feel safe and secure, responding positively to reassurance and settling quickly into routines. They develop positive attitudes to learning, engaging calmly and concentrating well during activities.

Family-run businessLarge outdoor spaceNutritious mealsDedicated baby and toddler rooms

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

Nutritious menu, which includes breakfast, snacks, main meals

Opening hours

7:00am to 6.30pm

Age range

9 months to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2006

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Fingers Day Nursery

Last inspected 4 October 2023 · Nicky Webb

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

The staff are passionate and kind in their approach to caring for children, offering cuddles and affection. Children feel safe and secure, responding positively to reassurance and settling quickly into routines. They develop positive attitudes to learning, engaging calmly and concentrating well during activities.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders design and implement an exciting curriculum that supports all children's development, including children with SEND.
  • Leaders and staff have created an environment that supports their curriculum effectively, including reading dens in the gardens.
  • Leaders and staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, fostering a calm and respectful environment.
  • Staff support children well to become increasingly independent with their self-care routines.
  • Leaders talk passionately about the care and education they provide and invest in continuous professional development for staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1review and improve daily routines to further consider children's individual care needs, especially around sleep.
Inspection #10308210 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff check children's progress across the seven areas of learning and development to highlight any gaps quickly and focus support on these areas. Leaders ensure staff receive targeted training, such as speech and language, which positively impacts teaching quality and outcomes for children.

Outdoor space

During free play in the garden, children behave very well. Staff create reading dens throughout the gardens, and children enjoy using these spaces to independently choose books and read together with their friends.

Parent Reviews of Little Fingers Day Nursery

5.0
(3)
Gemma John
6 years ago

My son has been going here since June this year and is very happy. The staff are all very friendly and always pleased to see you! Such a nice, warm, home from home environment 😊

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Inspection history

Date: January 2011

  • October 2023Good
  • March 2018Good
  • February 2015Good
  • January 2011Good

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