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Little Hearts

Ofsted: Strong standard·
4.5(8 parent reviews) ·24 Pearson Lane, BRADFORD, BD9 6BE · Bradford
Number of places
53 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2026
Local authority
Bradford

About this day nursery

Little Hearts is a childcare setting in Bradford, West Yorkshire, established in 2015, catering to children aged 1 to 4 years. The nursery was rated Outstanding at its latest inspection on 6 February 2026.

The dedicated team has a clear vision and high expectations for every child, creating a busy yet calm environment where learning and play flourish. Children are actively engaged and benefit from a focused curriculum that consistently delivers high-quality interactions.

The setting prioritises children's welfare and well-being, with a clear ethos for supporting their mental health and emotional needs. The responsive approach ensures tailored support for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

The outdoor area is a particular highlight, providing ample space for imaginative play, turn-taking, and developing physical skills such as balancing, running, and climbing. Little Hearts also supports children learning English as an additional language, helping them to communicate confidently in dual languages, fostering independence and self-assurance.

Our ethos

Little Hearts Nursery's distinctive approach is child-led, with a curriculum driven by children's interests to foster curiosity and discovery. They value outdoor play in natural environments and are committed to providing a stimulating environment for exploration, learning, and connection.

What it's like

Children are settled and happy to engage in their play. They benefit from a focused curriculum and teaching that delivers consistently high-quality interactions. Activities reflect children's individual needs and interests, and, as a result, children enjoy the exciting learning experiences that staff put in place for them. For example, some children focus on playing with, manipulating and cutting cooked spaghetti, while others practise their skills cutting out biscuits.

Outstanding ratingTailored SEND supportVaried outdoor playPositive behaviour focusStrong parent partnerships

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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Key facts

Opening hours

OPEN ALL YEAR AROUND

Age range

9 months to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All_year

Food

Fresh, nutritious meals served daily.

Established

2015

Waitlist

Unknown

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Strong standard

Last inspected Feb 2026

Headline: Strong standard

Grade summary

Exceptional
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Strong standard
Expected standard
Needs attention
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Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementExpected standard
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesStrong standard
Children's welfare and wellbeingStrong standard
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
InclusionStrong standard
Leadership and governanceStrong standard
Age range
1 to 4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Hearts

Last inspected 6 February 2026

Safeguarding effective

What it's like to attend

Children are settled and happy to engage in their play. They benefit from a focused curriculum and teaching that delivers consistently high-quality interactions. Activities reflect children's individual needs and interests, and, as a result, children enjoy the exciting learning experiences that staff put in place for them. For example, some children focus on playing with, manipulating and cutting cooked spaghetti, while others practise their skills cutting out biscuits.

Inspector highlights

  • Children learn and play in a busy yet calm environment.
  • Leaders and staff ensure that the learning environment is varied and stimulating.
  • Leaders consistently prioritise children’s welfare and wellbeing.
  • They have a clear ethos for supporting children’s mental health and emotional needs.
  • The outdoor area offers space for imaginative play, turn-taking and negotiating with others.
  • Leaders have a clear vision with high expectations for every child.

Areas to develop

  • 1Leaders should support all staff to implement a coherently planned and sequenced curriculum consistently, across all areas of learning, so that children make the best possible progress.
Inspection #10076424 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

This responsive approach ensures that children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive tailored support that meets their individual needs. Leaders and staff use assessment tools to monitor the progress of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This supports them to plan appropriately for their ongoing learning.

Outdoor space

The outdoor area offers space for imaginative play, turn-taking and negotiating with others. Children build on their physical development in a variety of ways, showing gross motor strength as they move around outdoors, balancing, running and climbing.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language learn to say words and communicate in dual languages, fostering their independence and confidence.

Parent Reviews of Little Hearts

4.5
(8)
Wajiah Yasin
10 months ago

My children have been attending this nursery since 2022, and I couldn’t be happier with this place. The teachers are warm, attentive, and genuinely care about each child’s well-being. My children have developed great social skills, and they look forward to going every day. Highly recommended :)

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THE CAR VAULT LTD
a year ago

I couldn't be happier with the care and attention my child receives at Little Hearts Nursery. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcomed and valued. My child has thrived in their nurturing environment, and I’ve seen such great progress in their development—both socially and academically. The activities are engaging, and the team is always updating us on what our child is learning. It’s reassuring to know my little one is in safe hands, having fun, and learning every day. I highly recommend Little Hearts Nursery to any parent!

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Naf khan
a year ago

The staff and owners of this nursery are truly outstanding! I appreciate all the support you've provided to both of my children. They have flourished in your care. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery, as they've played a crucial role in helping my children move on from a negative experience at a previous nursery to a much more positive one. My children are now happy and confident, thanks to your significant contributions to their growth and development.

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farah khan
a year ago

My Niece has been attending Little hearts nursery Pearson and she has developed and learnt so much! The staff are so welcoming and nurturing they literally care for all children and it shows as children come in to greet them, my Niece talks about her teachers all the time. The staff give amazing feedback and tell you all about the day they had, along with the nursery App with photos and observations about the activities they have done. Teaching and learning is top, right now my Niece is learning how to write and recognise her name as she will be attending school in September. They organised an amazing trip to the Cinema which I got to go along to and spend time with her and meet her friends. If you are looking for a nursery choose Little Hearts Nursery. Cannot recommend enough. My 2 Nieces attend and soon my Nephew will be attending too.

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Ashfaq Chowdhury
4 years ago

Superb nursery run by properly qualified and caring people. The owners take huge pride in their business and I can 100% recommend Little Hearts as a first class little nursery.

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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2020

Date: April 2016

The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Outstanding). We're re-checking it against the original report.

  • May 2020Outstanding
  • April 2016Good

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