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Little Learners Nursery Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
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4.3(7 parent reviews) ·Stags Way, Scorton, Richmond, DL10 6HB · North Yorkshire
Number of places
62 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
North Yorkshire

About this day nursery

Little Learners Nursery Centre, established in 1998 in Scorton, Richmond, offers high-quality care and education for children from 6 weeks to 11 years old. The nursery is situated in a tranquil countryside setting with convenient access to the A1.

It is registered to accommodate up to 82 children, with five specialised rooms tailored to different age groups and developmental stages. The facility boasts a large indoor soft play area and direct outdoor access from each room, promoting both indoor and outdoor learning and exploration.

Parents consistently praise the attentive and caring staff, the enriching activities, and the positive impact on their children's confidence and development. The nursery prioritises healthy eating, with menus designed to use fresh, unprocessed ingredients on a two-week rolling basis, adapted seasonally and for specific dietary needs.

What it's like

Children excitedly arrive at nursery and are warmly welcomed by happy, attentive and nurturing staff. They eagerly explore the activities on offer and quickly settle into daily routines. Children develop good physical skills and play collaboratively together, developing strong attachments to their key person and showing a sense of security with familiar adults.

Countryside locationPurpose-built environmentFlexible sessionsHealthy meals

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged as a full day rate or half day rate, both of which include all meals and snacks. Additional hours are billed at an hourly rate. For children attending funded-only sessions, meals can be purchased separately.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • All meals and snacks are included in standard full day and half day rates.
  • For funded sessions, meals are available at an additional charge.

Key facts

Session types

Morning (7:30am – 1pm), Afternoon (1pm-6pm), Full Day (7:30am – 6pm)

Opening hours

7:30am – 6pm

Age range

6 weeks to 11 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1998

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Learners Nursery Centre

Last inspected 3 November 2022

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

Children excitedly arrive at nursery and are warmly welcomed by happy, attentive and nurturing staff. They eagerly explore the activities on offer and quickly settle into daily routines. Children develop good physical skills and play collaboratively together, developing strong attachments to their key person and showing a sense of security with familiar adults.

Inspector highlights

  • Children excitedly arrive at nursery and leave their parents with ease.
  • Children develop good physical skills through a range of activities.
  • Children in the pre-school room play collaboratively together.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive very good levels of care.
  • Children benefit from a broad curriculum and staff follow children's interests effectively when planning activities.

Areas to develop

  • 1identify areas for development that will enhance the consistency of what staff intend for children to learn.
Inspection #10229441 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive very good levels of care. They take part in a wide range of learning opportunities carefully tailored to their individual needs, alongside their peers. The special educational needs coordinator supports staff to identify each child's needs well. Staff work in full cooperation with other agencies to ensure that all children, including those with SEND, get the support they need.

Outdoor space

Children develop good physical skills through a range of activities. For example, in the garden, children work together to build a tower of bricks. They collect the bricks in a wheelbarrow and skilfully manoeuvre it, avoiding any obstacles. Pre-school children put on their own coats before going outside.

Parent Reviews of Little Learners Nursery Centre

4.3
(7)
Jack Hobbs
6 months ago

This is an outstanding nursery. Our little boy started in May aged 9 months and we have been so impressed with the staff, facilities, activities and culture at Little Learners. We have seen our boy’s confidence grow exponentially since starting. The staff genuinely care for the children in their care and our son loves going in each day. Staff in Explorers have been particularly brilliant - thank you! We are moving out of the area and are so sad to be leaving this wonderful nursery.

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Leah Laverick
3 months ago

We really feel like we hit the jackpot with this nursery. My son settled in there seamlessly and has grown and developed so much in the short time he’s been there. It’s so lovely to see how excited he gets when we arrive in the morning and the staff are so knowledgable and supportive.

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Rachel Browne
a year ago

My little boy has recently started at Little Learners and they have been amazing! Not just with him but with keeping in touch with me either via the app or giving me a call for peace of mind. Highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Russ Johnson
11 years ago

Great Place for children to learn and develop. My children love going to Little Learners with friendly staff and excellent facilities.

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Josie Metcalfe
8 years ago

Complete awareness of children needs and flexible with your own needs. Fantastic members of staff and happy to accommodate any needs.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2010

  • November 2022Good
  • November 2016Outstanding
  • August 2013Good
  • May 2010Good

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