Session types
Full day care, Holiday care, Before and after school care
Little Footprints Nursery in Leicester (LE5 6RA)
Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2022)
Number of places
75 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2022
Local authority
Leicester
About this day nursery
Little Footprints Nursery, an independent day nursery in Leicester (LE5 6RA), was founded by Lucy Fernandez, a working mother with over 30 years of professional experience in childcare, including successfully managing a chain of Little Star Nurseries overseas. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to innovation, aiming to go beyond typical pre-school childcare and development standards.
Strategically located, Little Footprints offers easy access for commuters using public transport. The nursery provides full day care for children from birth, along with holiday, and before and after-school care.
Operating year-round, except for statutory bank holidays, Little Footprints is open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. They require children to attend a minimum of two part sessions or two full days per week to ensure continuous care and development, and also offer the flexibility of booking additional casual sessions in advance.
The nursery accepts various government funding schemes for eligible children, and also employer-offered childcare vouchers. Parents are encouraged to discuss funding options with the management.
They also assist with Child Tax Credit forms if applicable. Little Footprints Nursery offers a nurturing and comprehensive childcare solution with experienced leadership and a focus on innovative development.
What it's like
Children are given daily opportunities for physical activity in the nursery garden regardless of weather. Staff help toddlers learn independence by assisting them with dressing and teaching babies and toddlers to ride and steer various bikes and sit-on toys. Laughter fills the air as staff and children play and race together, fostering a joyful and active environment.
Full day care from birthHoliday careBefore & after school careAccepts government fundingAccepts childcare vouchers
Pricing & funding
Fees include a retainer fee paid before starting. The nursery charges additional fees for late payments and late pick-ups. Fees remain payable in full during any absences for sickness or holidays.
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- A retainer fee must be paid prior to commencement.
- Absences due to sickness or holidays are payable in full.
- One calendar month's notice is required for any child leaving the nursery.
- Late pick-ups and late payments are subject to additional penalty charges.
Key facts
Opening hours
07.00 - 19.00, Monday - Friday
Age range
From birth
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Little Footprints Nursery
Last inspected 16 December 2022
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 are given daily opportunities for physical activity in the nursery garden regardless of weather. Staff help toddlers learn independence by assisting them with dressing and teaching babies and toddlers to ride and steer various bikes and sit-on toys. Laughter fills the air as staff and children play and race together, fostering a joyful and active environment.
Inspector highlights
- Children are provided with daily opportunities to be physically active in the nursery garden in all weathers.
- Staff support children to count, recognise numbers and use mathematical language as they play.
- Staff recognise the importance of children developing good communication skills.
- The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
- Children behave well. Pre-school children have good friendships with each other and show each other respect and kindness.
Areas to develop
- 1enhance arrangements for the monitoring and supervision of staff, to provide staff with precise feedback and targets that will help them develop their childcare knowledge and teaching practice
- 2deepen staff's understanding around providing a sequenced curriculum, in order to help children to make the progress they are capable of.
Inspection #10262797 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents say that their children are very happy and settled at the nursery
Parents comment that they are very well informed about the time their child spends at the nursery and how their child is developing
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff promptly recognise when children may need additional help or support and work with parents and other professionals to provide targeted interventions. Parents have noted progress in their children's communication and language development through this partnership with staff and speech and language therapy.
Outdoor space
Children are provided with daily opportunities to be physically active in the nursery garden in all weathers. Staff support babies and toddlers to ride bicycles with pedals, and steer and move sit-on toys.
Parent Reviews of Little Footprints Nursery
4.6
(28)
Shama
a year ago
My little boy went there for a year. He thrived and came out to be so confident. The teachers bond with the kids so well.. they r so nurturing.. kind and want the best for the kids. I never worry about him while he is in nursery. All staff are very easy to talk and friendly.
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A Lysaght
2 years ago
The team at Little Footprints are great! They’ve all been very warm and friendly and helped our little girl settle in. They even managed to persuade her to try mashed potato and now she likes it! The environment is clean, educational and fun. There is also a calm, sensory area when the kids need to chill out. Thanks to the whole team.
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David Bailey
2 years ago
Little Footprints is exceptional. I couldn’t find a better nursery for my little one to grow and learn. I spent a lot of time considering options and 100% made the best choice. The staff are so caring and loving. You can feel incredibly safe leaving your child in their hands. He’s developed so much and always comes back with a smile. I would recommend using Little Footprints to anyone.
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Anjlee Karia
2 years ago
Little footprints Nursery is like our second home !!! We are very much impressed with the staff, They are very much caring and supportive. Our son had the best time at nursery. Him including us are surely going to miss little footprints as our son now embarks on the new journey of school. Huge shout out to Shannon, Sean and Kulthoom For always looking after our Son and his needs.
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Amy Mullins
4 years ago
Our little boy attends part time from 10 months old, he is now 20 months and we have been really happy with little footprints. It has been a home from home for our little one, he settled well quickly and developed strong bonds with the lovely staff and other kids. He runs back in to nursery when we go to pick him up! The staff are caring and professional and keep us up to date about events/policies at the nursery. They also make sure they are equally up to date with the things your child enjoys doing at home, their activities and routine. Thankyou so much for your hard work and care. We will miss you
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Inspection history
Date: November 2008
- December 2022Good
- May 2017Good
- October 2013Good
- November 2008Inadequate
Frequently asked about Little Footprints Nursery
About the setting
Little Footprints Nursery Limited, located in Leicester, registered in 2008. The nursery opens Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7pm throughout the year. The nursery employs nine childcare staff, seven of whom hold appropriate childcare qualifications at level 2 and 3. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- EY365635
- Registered person
- Little Footprints Nursery Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Good
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