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[South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Little Fishes Nursery School # Little Fishes Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · St. James' Church Centre, Church Lane, Farnham, GU10 4EN · Hampshire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Hampshire 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 Fishes Nursery School, located in Farnham, provides a nurturing and engaging environment for children from two years old until they are ready to enter Reception. The nursery focuses on supporting children's holistic development, equipping them with essential skills for their pre-school years. They offer a stimulating setting that combines structured activities with learning through play, fostering a sense of accomplishment and building confidence in each child. Little Fishes prides itself on its warm atmosphere, strong sense of belonging, and close collaboration with parents. The nursery has received positive recognition for its high aspirations, challenging curriculum, and commitment to encouraging curiosity, confidence, and joy in its pupils, enabling them to flourish. They offer a range of activities, including "Forest Fun" sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, which involve exploring nature in the woods, and a "Cookery Club" on Wednesdays, where children can prepare tasty treats to take home. Parents have praised the nursery for its exceptional support during the transition to nursery life and its dedication to exceeding expectations. Our ethos Little Fishes Nursery School aims to foster curiosity, confidence, and joy by providing a stimulating setting that combines structured activities with learning through play. They are committed to supporting children's holistic development and enabling them to flourish, with a particular emphasis on encouraging curiosity and confidence. Extra-curricular activities include "Forest Fun" and "Cookery Club". What it's like Children confidently enter the setting and are curious learners, exploring a stimulating environment. Staff are readily available to read stories and play, with children responding positively and listening to instructions. They encourage kindness and celebrate achievements, effectively supporting emotional well-being. Play-based learning Forest School Cookery Club Strong parent partnership ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged at a flat hourly rate starting from April 2025. Morning snacks are charged extra per session, with an option for parents to provide their own and opt out. Withdrawal or a reduction in hours requires half a term's notice or fees in lieu. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Half a term's notice or half a term's fees required for withdrawal or reducing hours. - Payment accepted via cash, bank transfer, childcare vouchers, or Tax-Free Childcare. - Morning snack is optional; families can opt out and provide their own. - Payment schedules can be arranged upon request. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Fishes Nursery School Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10376003 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270156)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/110268) 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://littlefishesrowledge.org.uk/) St. James' Church Centre, Church Lane, Farnham, GU10 4EN [© 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#/-0.8274/51.18133/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Farnham - [Day nurseries in Farnham](/search?q=Farnham) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-fishes-nursery-school-gu10-4en-110268) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 3:00pm; Friday: 9:00am - 12:30pm Session types All day sessions, Morning sessions, Lunchtime add on, Afternoon sessions Age range 2 years to school age Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Fishes Nursery School Last inspected 27 January 2025 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 confidently enter the setting and are curious learners, exploring a stimulating environment. Staff are readily available to read stories and play, with children responding positively and listening to instructions. They encourage kindness and celebrate achievements, effectively supporting emotional well-being. Inspector highlights - Children confidently enter the setting and are curious learners. - Staff are readily available to read stories and play alongside children. - Leaders have high aspirations and a clear curriculum. - Staff successfully implement the curriculum, encouraging independence. - Children benefit from a range of additional experiences, including cooking and forest play sessions. Areas to develop - 1 review staff deployment so that they enable all children to remain highly focused on their learning - 2 support staff to encourage children to build their confidence to explore their ideas further. Inspection #10376003 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270156) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report on the effort staff make to build strong partnerships, which greatly benefits their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff carefully monitor children's progress and swiftly identify when children may need additional support for their learning. Staff work effectively as a team to close any gaps children have, and use a range of strategies to help children understand, such as through using signs and gestures, to help all children communicate their wants and needs. Outdoor space Children benefit from a range of additional experiences at the setting. For instance, they regularly take part in forest play sessions. ## Parent Reviews of Little Fishes Nursery School 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLhOdjytkvMBCe77JRfaFl7KemD4Iga3fk4F8LKtkLnYCOxtkE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Chris D'Emanuele a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBdDV6SUpBEAE!2m1!1s0x4874328612254671:0x1e4d64f4766e412) Reviews from Google for Little Fishes Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=136469524716643346&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2007 - January 2025 Good - May 2019 Good - March 2015 Outstanding - January 2011 Good - June 2010 Inadequate - March 2007 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Little Fishes Nursery School ### Is Little Fishes Nursery School a day nursery or preschool? ### What part of the country is Little Fishes Nursery School in? ### What outdoor activities does Little Fishes Nursery School offer? ### Does Little Fishes Nursery School take babies? ### How does Little Fishes Nursery School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Farnham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Fishes Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Woodland Nursery School Lower Bourne, Farnham · GU10 3PN ](/nursery/woodland-nursery-school-gu10-3pn-ey429508) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Dottie Tots Nursery School Bentley · GU10 5NB 4.4(28 reviews) ](/nursery/dottie-tots-nursery-school-gu10-5nb-2731871) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Starfish Children's Day Nursery Farnham · GU9 8LU 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/starfish-childrens-day-nursery-gu9-8lu-2566957) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.7 mi ### Kids Planet Farnham Farnham · GU9 8BQ 4.6(13 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-farnham-gu9-8bq-2851088) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Curious Explorers Day Care and Pre-school Farnham · GU9 7JZ 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/curious-explorers-day-care-and-pre-school-gu9-7jz-ey489843) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### Toddletown Day Nursery Farnham Farnham · GU9 9PT ](/nursery/toddletown-day-nursery-farnham-gu9-9pt-2741456) [See all nurseries in Farnham →](/search?q=Farnham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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