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Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
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5.0(7 Google reviews) ·Ladybird House, Falcon Court, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3TS · Stockton-on-Tees
Number of places
110 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Stockton-on-Tees

About this day nursery

Little Ladybirds Day Nursery, situated on Preston Farm Industrial Estate in Stockton, offers exceptional pre-school education for children aged six weeks to five years. Conveniently located near major road networks, it serves families from surrounding areas like Ingleby Barwick, Thornaby, Eaglescliffe, and Middlesbrough.

The day nursery is part of the "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated Clever Clogs Group and has consistently been recognised as a top children's nursery in the North of England by Day Nurseries. The nursery is structured into five distinct rooms: Tiny Miracles for babies, Small Discoverers for tweenies, Little Explorers for toddlers, Big Inventors for Rising 3s, and Clever Thinkers for pre-schoolers, ensuring age-appropriate care and development.

With a commitment to fostering a safe, fun, and creative learning environment, Little Ladybirds prides itself on helping children thrive and build friendships. The nursery's vision "Inspiring our children for a harmonious, healthier and happier world" is supported by values of trust, belonging, and passion.

They offer spacious rooms, an outdoor play area, and activities such as French and football. Staff are highly qualified and paediatric first aid trained, and the curriculum is tailored to individual needs.

The nursery also provides an app for parents to stay updated on their child's progress.

Our ethos

Little Ladybirds Day Nursery is committed to fostering a safe, fun, and creative learning environment with the vision of "Inspiring our children for a harmonious, healthier and happier world." Their values include trust, belonging, and passion, and they tailor their curriculum to individual needs, offering activities such as French and football.

What it's like

The manager and staff team have developed a clear curriculum for children, which focuses on building secure foundations for their future. Children benefit from exciting activities and staff challenge them to make good progress across all areas of their learning. The management team has thoroughly considered the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's development and has developed an extra room in the nursery to support children.

Rated top five small nursery group in UKOfsted "Outstanding" rated groupOutdoor play areaExtra-curricular activities

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per session, with extra charges for early starts, food, and consumables. A minimum booking is required. Fees are payable for bank holidays, but not during the Christmas closure. No refunds or swaps are offered for sickness or absence. Hourly childcare is not available.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of two full day sessions or three half day sessions per week.
  • Closed on bank holidays (normal fees apply) and between Christmas and New Year (no fees).
  • No refunds, swapped sessions, or credits given for absence, holidays, or sickness.
  • Hourly childcare is not offered.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm.

Age range

6 weeks to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

Last inspected 2 May 2023 · Michelle Lorains

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

The manager and staff team have developed a clear curriculum for children, which focuses on building secure foundations for their future. Children benefit from exciting activities and staff challenge them to make good progress across all areas of their learning. The management team has thoroughly considered the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's development and has developed an extra room in the nursery to support children.

Inspector highlights

  • The nursery provides excellent provision for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Staff consistently support children's communication and language development.
  • Children benefit from daily fresh air and have access to the garden throughout the day.
  • Staff have high expectations for children and are very good role models.
  • Leaders and managers have high expectations for staff, children and families and provide effective support.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider the impact of larger groups on children's participation and levels of engagement, particularly before mealtimes
  • 2implement ways to continue to promote children's independence while still supporting them to maintain good levels of hygiene and cleanliness.
Inspection #10285496 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents and carers say they are particularly happy with the inclusivity at the nursery and how supportive the staff are.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

A key strength of the nursery is the provision for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff know children extremely well and show genuine delight in their good progress. Other agencies are invited into the nursery to work one-to-one with children.

Outdoor space

Children benefit from daily fresh air and have access to the garden throughout the day. Staff encourage children to develop their physical skills as they explore the sensory activities and practice using the outdoor steps. Children learn about the natural world around them.

Google Reviews of Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

5.0
(7 Google reviews)
Amy
6 years ago

My daughter has been coming here since she was 6 months old. This nursery have been absolutely fantastic throughout the last 3 years in raising her and recording all her educational milestones. All staff are friendly and the relationship they go out of their way to form with you and your child is amazing. I would recommend this nursery to anyone. Your child and you will be very looked after. They also have an app so you can see what your child is doing/eating etc throughout the day for all the working parents out there. Once you come here you will not want your child to leave.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

2 May 2023

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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