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Little Gems Pre-school # Little Gems Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · St. Winefrides RC Aided Primary School, Mellock Lane, Neston, CH64 9RW · Cheshire West and Chester Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Gems Pre-school, rated Good by Ofsted on December 4, 2023, is a childcare setting located in Neston, operating since 2004. Open Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3:30pm during term-time, it caters to children aged 2 to 4 years. The pre-school provides a warm and welcoming environment where children arrive happy, confident, and emotionally secure, thriving on the routine established by staff. Children are encouraged to be independent, from hanging up their coats to finding their name cards. Staff demonstrate a calm and caring nature, acting as positive role models, fostering an environment where children play together and respect one another. The curriculum is ambitious, designed around what staff know about each child and their individual learning needs. This is evident in activities such as practising cutting skills and manipulating dough to strengthen fine motor skills and enhance physical development. Children also greatly benefit from time spent outdoors, enjoying songs and movement in the spacious outdoor area. Staff engage children with bubbles and take them on adventures into nearby woodlands, promoting physical skills and exploration of nature. The setting also places importance on good hygiene and healthy habits, with children learning about handwashing and healthy food choices. What it's like Staff eagerly invite children into the warm and welcoming pre-school. Children arrive happy, confident and emotionally secure, thriving from the routine staff have created. Staff guide children to independently hang up coats, find name cards, and sit on the mat, where they wait patiently for the day's plans. Staff also take an interest in children's views and give them time to express their feelings and emotions, serving as great role models with a calm and caring nature. Happy, confident, and emotionally secure children Calm and caring staff role models Ambitious, child-focused curriculum Beneficial outdoor learning experiences Awareness of good hygiene and healthy choices for good hygiene and health ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 3.30pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2004 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Gems Pre-school Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10307860 Lead inspector Kellie Lever Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236940)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY295341) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-gems-pre-school-ch64-9rw-ey295341) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Gems Pre-school Last inspected 4 December 2023 · Kellie Lever 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 Staff eagerly invite children into the warm and welcoming pre-school. Children arrive happy, confident and emotionally secure, thriving from the routine staff have created. Staff guide children to independently hang up coats, find name cards, and sit on the mat, where they wait patiently for the day's plans. Staff also take an interest in children's views and give them time to express their feelings and emotions, serving as great role models with a calm and caring nature. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happy, confident and emotionally secure. - Staff are great role models and have a calm and caring nature towards children. - Staff have created an ambitious curriculum that is focused on what they already know about children and what they want them to learn next. - Children benefit from spending time outdoors, enjoying singing songs and moving their bodies in the spacious outdoor area. - Children are aware of the importance of carrying out good hygiene procedures and being healthy. Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of adult-led activities and group times to ensure that they suit the different abilities and needs of all the children that are involved - 2 strengthen the good communication with parents so the information shared is more specific to children's individual needs to fully support their next steps and learning at home. Inspection #10307860 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50236940) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children benefit from spending time outdoors. They enjoy singing songs and moving their bodies in the spacious outdoor area. Staff provide children with bottles of bubbles and encourage them to blow and watch them float in the air. Furthermore, staff take children on adventures into the nearby woodland area. This helps to promote children's physical skills and exploration of nature. Inspection history Date: November 2008 - December 2023 Good - March 2018 Outstanding - April 2014 Good - November 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Gems Pre-school ### What does the outdoor space at Little Gems Pre-school include? ### What part of the country is Little Gems Pre-school in? ### Is Little Gems Pre-school Ofsted registered? ### Does Little Gems Pre-school take babies? ### Which funded hours does Little Gems Pre-school accept? ### When is Little Gems Pre-school open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Neston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Gems Pre-school. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Treetops Oaklands Neston · CH64 3RH ](/nursery/treetops-oaklands-ch64-3rh-ey272673) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Bramblings, Parkgate Day Nursery and Pre school Neston · CH64 6QJ ](/nursery/bramblings-parkgate-day-nursery-and-pre-school-ch64-6qj-ey429288) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### S4YC Out of school Club and Preschool - Bishop Wilson Neston · CH64 5SE ](/nursery/s4yc-out-of-school-club-and-preschool-bishop-wilson-ch64-5se-ey453899) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Barnston Buddies Wirral · CH60 1XW ](/nursery/barnston-buddies-ch60-1xw-2693219) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Gayton Pre School Wirral · CH60 8PZ ](/nursery/gayton-pre-school-ch60-8pz-306391) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Gayton Nursery Wirral · CH60 1XG ](/nursery/gayton-nursery-ch60-1xg-ey378710) [See all nurseries in Neston →](/search?q=Neston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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