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Little Hands Pre-School Nursery # Little Hands Pre-School Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · Dengie Community Hall, Dengie Close, Witham, CM8 1DJ · Essex Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Hands Pre-School Nursery is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and prepare for their future educational journeys. The nursery focuses on supporting each child's personal growth and development, entrusting them to staff with valuable experience and educational backgrounds. Operating during term time, Little Hands is committed to offering comprehensive care and attention. Parents are encouraged to explore the nursery's approach, daily routines, and how they can contribute to their child's development. The nursery values open communication and provides important information regarding the daily interactions between parents, children, and the staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive experience. What it's like All children receive a good quality of education. Key persons establish positive relationships with the whole family and get to know the children well. Staff plan appropriate next steps in learning that build on what children already know and can do. Term-time only Personalised attention ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.littlehandspsn.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours 09:00 - 14:55 Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Hands Pre-School Nursery Last inspected 28 February 2024 · Lyndsey Barwick 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 All children receive a good quality of education. Key persons establish positive relationships with the whole family and get to know the children well. Staff plan appropriate next steps in learning that build on what children already know and can do. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff have worked hard since the last inspection to implement the required changes. - Positive changes have been made to the way staff promote children's communication and language skills. - Children are well supported in learning to be independent. - Staff provide activities that develop children's physical skills. - There is a strong partnership with parents. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to strengthen their questioning techniques to promote children's thinking and communication skills. Inspection #10313531 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242974) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Hands Pre-School Nursery Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10313531 Lead inspector Lyndsey Barwick Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242974)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/203764) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.littlehandspsn.co.uk/) Dengie Community Hall, Dengie Close, Witham, CM8 1DJ [© 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#/0.63476/51.79228/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Witham - [Day nurseries in Witham](/search?q=Witham) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-hands-pre-school-nursery-cm8-1dj-203764) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision This helps to ensure that all children receive the support that they need so they can make the best possible progress in relation to their individual starting points. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. EAL / language support Strategies are in place to support children and families who speak English as an additional language. This helps to ensure that all children receive the support that they need so they can make the best possible progress in relation to their individual starting points. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024 Date: May 2007 - February 2024 Good - September 2023 Inadequate - September 2021 Good - October 2018 Good - November 2017 Good - November 2014 Good - November 2013 Requires improvement - November 2012 Inadequate - February 2012 Inadequate - June 2011 Inadequate - May 2007 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Little Hands Pre-School Nursery ### From what age does Little Hands Pre-School Nursery accept children? ### What is the team like at Little Hands Pre-School Nursery? ### What size of nursery is Little Hands Pre-School Nursery? ### Is Little Hands Pre-School Nursery Ofsted registered? ### When is Little Hands Pre-School Nursery open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Witham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Hands Pre-School Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Witham Nursery Witham · CM8 1HN ](/nursery/witham-nursery-cm8-1hn-ey295639) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Gershwin Park Day Nursery School Witham · CM8 1FQ ](/nursery/gershwin-park-day-nursery-school-cm8-1fq-ey484828) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Witham Valley Nursery Witham · CM8 1HF ](/nursery/witham-valley-nursery-cm8-1hf-ey481449) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Pelican Place Nursery Witham · CM8 2DZ 4.9(12 reviews) ](/nursery/pelican-place-nursery-cm8-2dz-ey538718) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Holly Trees Nursery Witham · CM8 2AZ 4.5(15 reviews) ](/nursery/holly-trees-nursery-cm8-2az-2563245) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Spring - Harlequin Witham · CM8 1NA ](/nursery/spring-harlequin-cm8-1na-ey539462) [See all nurseries in Witham →](/search?q=Witham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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