Little Learners in Chelmsford

About this day nursery

Little Learners, a childcare setting which has been operating since 2004, received a Good overall rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 6th February 2025. This small, homely pre-school in Chelmsford offers a welcoming environment for children aged 0-4 years, operating term-time from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

The ambitious curriculum is designed to build children's confidence, independence, communication, and emotional regulation, taking into account what children already know and what they need to learn next. Children at Little Learners benefit from exciting opportunities to play and learn both indoors and outdoors.

They are encouraged to select their own resources and initiate their own learning, fostering independence. A key aspect of the nursery is its strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with children enjoying free-flow access to the garden where they can engage in activities like scooping mud and making patterns with water.

The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, ensuring all children achieve good outcomes and are well-prepared for their transition to school. Parents speak highly of Little Learners, commending the "amazing" and supportive staff and good communication, feeling reassured that their children are safe and making good progress, as noted in the Ofsted report.

What it's like

This small, homely and welcoming pre-school offers children exciting opportunities to play and learn, both indoors and outdoors. The ambitious curriculum is designed around what children already know and interests them, and what they need to learn next. Children have established strong and trusting bonds with the staff and happily arrive and are eager to explore the activities on offer.