--- title: "Little Forest Pre-school — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Little Forest Pre-school, a nursery in Fawkham — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Little Forest Pre-school # Little Forest Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · Corinthian Sports Club, Gay Dawn Farm, Fawkham, DA3 8LY · Kent Number of places 26 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Forest Pre-School, located in Fawkham, provides childcare and early education for children aged 2 to 5 years. This Ofsted-accredited preschool operates 51 weeks a year, closing only for public holidays and a week over Christmas, from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The pre-school focuses on fostering a stimulating environment to support children's development in all areas and ignite a love for learning, preparing them for their next educational stage. They offer flexible session options including morning, afternoon, and full-day care. Committed to providing exceptional care and education, Little Forest Pre-School aims to create a rewarding experience for every child, promoting their growth and learning journey. What it's like Children are cared for by an enthusiastic and committed staff team. They are happy and are warmly greeted by friendly staff when they arrive. Staff set high expectations for children's behaviour, fostering a culture of empathy and respect. Ofsted accredited Caterting for children from 2 to 5 years old Open 51 weeks a year Forest School activities ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around morning, afternoon, and full day sessions. An hourly rate is available for any additional hours accessed beyond the standard session times. ## Key facts Session types Morning session (8am – 1pm), Afternoon session (1pm – 5pm), Full day session (8am – 5pm) Opening hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Forest Pre-school Last inspected 8 May 2025 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 cared for by an enthusiastic and committed staff team. They are happy and are warmly greeted by friendly staff when they arrive. Staff set high expectations for children's behaviour, fostering a culture of empathy and respect. Inspector highlights - Children are cared for by an enthusiastic and committed staff team. - Children are curious and keen learners, making good use of resources. - The pre-school has built strong partnerships with parents. - Staff well-being is given high priority. - Leaders know how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the planning of activities so there is a sharper focus on the intentions for children's individual next steps in learning - 2 build on systems for monitoring and developing staff knowledge to support staff in delivering the curriculum even more effectively for all ages. Inspection #10398412 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278572) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Forest Pre-school Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10398412 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278572)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2723695) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-forest-pre-school-da3-8ly-2723695) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > The pre-school has stolen my heart. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders know how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively. They quickly spot any needs and put helpful support in place. They use funding carefully to help each child, such as by providing sensory toys or physical development equipment. Outdoor space Children enjoy their time outside. They improve their physical skills, for instance by riding bikes around the forest area, and they get lots of fresh air and exercise. In the forest area, there are a variety of natural spaces to explore, such as a mud kitchen, digging areas and challenging terrain for bike riding. Inspection history Most recent inspection 8 May 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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