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From the beginning , our daughter has been blooming in her personality and attitude at the Little Larks Crèche. My wife and I have immediately noticed a difference before our previous nursery and the Little Larks.\nThe all Team, Mrs. D., Ms. E., Ms. C., Ms. A., Ms K. (forgive me if I forgot someone) have been outstanding and genuinely attentive to our child needs. The Team is approachable with always a positive attitude to listen and actively promotes equality & diversity to support our child growth and confidence. Whoever is the Carer, she is very proactive in seeking out different styles and methods of communication to foster trust and respect with our parenting.\n\nIt is with great respect and regards that I again thank the Little Larks Team who is committed to the wealth of our child happiness because;\n\nAt the end of the day, it is not the money you make\nAt the end of the day, it is not the challenges you face\nAt the end of the day, it's the difference you make\n\nYou make the difference!\nMy best and deepest regards\nM. C", "datePublished": "2018-07-24T19:09:22.056Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Will Ferreira (WilliamTell69)" }, "reviewBody": "Lovely place with plenty of activities for little ones during summer holidays. Very reasonable price for a very professional service. 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Little Larks Day Nursery # Little Larks Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Low Green, Nowton, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5ND · Suffolk Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Larks Day Nursery is a private day nursery and pre-school located in a beautiful countryside setting near Nowton Park, Bury St Edmunds. The nursery is registered to care for up to 70 children, ranging from three months old up to the September following their fourth birthday. Open 51 weeks a year, from 8 am to 6 pm, Little Larks is conveniently situated off the A134, making it accessible for families in surrounding villages and those commuting from further afield. The nursery boasts large, bright, and spacious rooms filled with age-appropriate toys and resources designed to foster individual needs, choice, and independent learning. A significant feature is the extensive garden and outdoor learning environment, offering free-flow access from the rooms. Children can explore a "bug hotel," engage in a mud kitchen, climb trees, and participate in construction play. Regular walks to discover local footpaths and visits to Nowton Park for activities like feeding ducks are also part of the children's experiences. The onsite kitchen holds a 5-star food hygiene rating, and children are encouraged to grow their own fruit and vegetables, which are then used by the chef to prepare healthy snacks and meals daily. Little Larks emphasises strong parent partnerships, with each child assigned a key person to ensure a secure bond and support their learning journey. Parents can access information about their child's day through the Blossom Parents App. What it's like Children are welcomed by warm, friendly staff and quickly become engrossed in the inviting learning environment. Staff observe children's progress and plan activities to build on their knowledge and skills, ensuring all children make good progress. Children learn to share, take turns, and express their emotions, fostering self-regulation. Countryside location Large outdoor learning environment Onsite kitchen with 5-star food hygiene rating Strong parent partnerships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Breakfast (before 9am), snacks, two-course lunch, light tea with dessert and refreshments included in non-funded costs. Children help grow fruit and vegetables used by the chef for healthy snacks and meals. Funded hours do not cover meals or additional services. Opening hours 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year Age range 3 months to 4 years old Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Larks Day Nursery Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10399507 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287604)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY545741) 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.littlelarksdaynursery.co.uk/) Low Green, Nowton, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5ND Opening hours 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year [© 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#/0.7357/52.21723/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bury St Edmunds - [Day nurseries in Bury St Edmunds](/search?q=Bury+St+Edmunds) - [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-larks-day-nursery-ip29-5nd-ey545741) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Larks Day Nursery Last inspected 21 August 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are welcomed by warm, friendly staff and quickly become engrossed in the inviting learning environment. Staff observe children's progress and plan activities to build on their knowledge and skills, ensuring all children make good progress. Children learn to share, take turns, and express their emotions, fostering self-regulation. Inspector highlights - Staff respond to children's care needs effectively, teaching them self-care skills and promoting independence. - Staff effectively support children's communication and language development through engaging interactions and activities. - There is a strong focus on keeping children safe and healthy, encouraging varied diets and providing daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. - Staff work closely with families of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), monitoring progress and making referrals to provide extra support. - Leaders demonstrate a deep commitment to building on practice, supporting staff well-being and professional development, ensuring continuous improvement in care and education. Areas to develop - 1 adapt adult-led activities more effectively to support all children to benefit from the learning opportunities on offer. Inspection #10399507 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287604) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with families of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They monitor children's progress closely and make referrals to agencies and professionals to give children the extra support they need. They put in place achievable targets for children to work towards. Therefore, children make good progress. Parents who have children with SEND comment on the positive impact the setting has had on their children. Outdoor space Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Staff support children's physical development well. Children develop their large muscles as they learn to safely climb and use slides. ## Parent Reviews of Little Larks Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL38n9kAIPo3LX95360_GGIZ3IZr0LTATeQzPnBcIzVqXa-iuQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) C dl 7 years ago First of all, I want to take a moment to personally express my deepest gratitude to the Team who is taking care of our daughter. From the beginning , our daughter has been blooming in her personality and attitude at the Little Larks Crèche. My wife and I have immediately noticed a difference before our previous nursery and the Little Larks. The all Team, Mrs. D., Ms. E., Ms. C., Ms. A., Ms K. (forgive me if I forgot someone) have been outstanding and genuinely attentive to our child needs. The Team is approachable with always a positive attitude to listen and actively promotes equality & diversity to support our child growth and confidence. Whoever is the Carer, she is very proactive in seeking out different styles and methods of communication to foster trust and respect with our parenting. It is with great respect and regards that I again thank the Little Larks Team who is committed to the wealth of our child happiness because; At the end of the day, it is not the money you make At the end of the day, it is not the challenges you face At the end of the day, it's the difference you make You make the difference! My best and deepest regards M. C [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBN1BDWnFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d84d0eeabc17c1:0x52860b8962dd2eb2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIT3tKJ0mH5QavCwz1MWFLjHMe5wEY7TAx-qO-i6xXsY6eIZA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Will Ferreira (WilliamTell69) 8 years ago Lovely place with plenty of activities for little ones during summer holidays. Very reasonable price for a very professional service. Highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNncnV2dmJ3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d84d0eeabc17c1:0x52860b8962dd2eb2) Reviews from Google for Little Larks Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5946453042686406322&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2019 - August 2025 Good - December 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Larks Day Nursery ### How are meals and food handled at Little Larks Day Nursery? ### What do the published fees say at Little Larks Day Nursery? ### What is Little Larks Day Nursery working on improving? ### Is Little Larks Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### Is Little Larks Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### How is Little Larks Day Nursery classified by Ofsted? ## About the setting Little Larks Day Nursery registered in 2017. The setting opens from Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year, from 7.30am until 6pm. The setting employs 17 members of childcare staff, with 16 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 to 6. It provides government funded early years education for all eligible children. 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