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As a new parent I was really scared of sending my toddler and took me few months to adjust. During that times I was always reassured by lovely staff or even I have been sent photos . The best about nursery is that they really look after the children. And yes they have home made lunches. So parents no more cold pack lunch. Also during school breaks you can have your child there while you at work etc.. They really supported and helped me with potty training. So finally my daughter is pampers free;)) Anyone who hesitate please don't as this is the best place . Jo, Molly, Zuzia, Grace all the girls working there are amazing!!!", "datePublished": "2022-07-21T19:17:54.159545Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jo Abbott" }, "reviewBody": "The nursery offers a wide variety of learning experiences for the children. The nursery is well resourced, clean and inviting. Staff are friendly and always professional. They really care about supporting the children, to help them grow emotionally and educationally. The children go on outings weekly, such as to the library or to the park as well as enjoying the resources in the outdoor play area .\nLittlelights is a small team, which enables it to build up strong, supportive relationships with the families and children in its care.", "datePublished": "2022-03-07T06:31:24.038144Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kay Sewell" }, "reviewBody": "Children and staff didn’t look very clean… there was a child was at the nursery with chicken pox and was informed till we had left. Doesn’t seem like there’s much for the kids to do. 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Little Lights Nursery # Little Lights Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Rock Church Ministries, 336-338 High Street, Rochester, ME1 1BT · Medway Number of places 40 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Medway 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 Lights Day Nursery, established in September 2016, is a Christian charity-run facility registered with OFSTED, catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Based in Rochester and Medway, the nursery aims to provide affordable childcare to the local community. In 2019, it received a "GOOD" rating from OFSTED. The nursery operates under the philosophy of "LittleLights Lighting Up Our World," focusing on fostering each child's full potential through enriching social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development. With a capacity for 50 children, Little Lights offers a personalised approach, tailoring development plans to individual interests and abilities to prepare them for their next educational phase. The nursery embraces diversity, welcoming children and parents of all faiths and none, and incorporates various faith celebrations into its activities. The educational framework is built upon the Early Years’ Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines, ensuring high standards for learning, development, and care, with continuous review and updates to practices. Beyond the nursery, Little Lights is part of a broader Christian organisation that also provides English as a Second Language lessons, eleven-plus exam tuition, and operates a foodbank. Our ethos Little Lights Day Nursery, operating under the philosophy of "LittleLights Lighting Up Our World," focuses on nurturing each child's potential through holistic development (social, intellectual, physical, and emotional). They utilise the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and a personalised approach, tailoring development to individual interests and abilities to prepare children for their future education. As a Christian charity, they also embrace diversity and incorporate faith celebrations. What it's like Children are happy to attend the nursery and move freely and confidently. They benefit from a wide range of enjoyable activities across all areas of learning, both indoors and outdoors. Children develop good relationships with staff and feel safe and secure, confident to speak to new people and approach staff for comfort. Christian charity-run OFSTED rated Good Affordable childcare Follows EYFS framework Small capacity for personalised care ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.littlelightsdaynursery.co.uk/contact) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Lights Nursery Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10233140 Lead inspector Oshra Murphy Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190626)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY494219) 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.littlelightsdaynursery.co.uk/) Rock Church Ministries, 336-338 High Street, Rochester, ME1 1BT [© 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#/0.51343/51.38343/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Rochester - [Day nurseries in Rochester](/search?q=Rochester) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-lights-nursery-me1-1bt-ey494219) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6.30pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2016 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Lights Nursery Last inspected 30 June 2022 · Oshra Murphy 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 are happy to attend the nursery and move freely and confidently. They benefit from a wide range of enjoyable activities across all areas of learning, both indoors and outdoors. Children develop good relationships with staff and feel safe and secure, confident to speak to new people and approach staff for comfort. Inspector highlights - Children are making good progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those with English as an additional language. - Staff support children's independence, encouraging self-care and sharing. - The staff team treats children with respect, sharing plans and listening to their ideas. - Children have access to a well-planned outdoor area and good opportunities to develop physical skills. - The management is sensitive to staff well-being, recognising strengths and promoting morale. Areas to develop - 1 Provide more support for less confident staff to understand how to adapt behaviour management methods to different situations. Inspection #10233140 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190626) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > are informed about what their child is learning Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those with English as an additional language, are making good progress from their starting points. The staff team works closely with parents and outside professionals to identify and support children to achieve to the best of their ability. Outdoor space Children have access to a well-planned outdoor area. They have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. For example, all children, including younger ones, ride scooters confidently, negotiating their space well. They learn to take and manage risks while moving planks of wood across to build an obstacle course. ## Parent Reviews of Little Lights Nursery 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJMWvTeEnYruTk6XoUcilWd8Y6l_pK2j39If36oZ3MzYRcd97o=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Malgorzata Stepien 3 years ago This is the best nursery I could hope for my daughter. As a new parent I was really scared of sending my toddler and took me few months to adjust. During that times I was always reassured by lovely staff or even I have been sent photos . The best about nursery is that they really look after the children. And yes they have home made lunches. So parents no more cold pack lunch. Also during school breaks you can have your child there while you at work etc.. They really supported and helped me with potty training. So finally my daughter is pampers free;)) Anyone who hesitate please don't as this is the best place . Jo, Molly, Zuzia, Grace all the girls working there are amazing!!! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1bE9mY0l3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8ccfe8bd19f31:0x5fe219e49c83b1b9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXdOomw9yncsZBKZCariIkxnyp255UhUGVa0JH0wiAU-yc2ePVB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jo Abbott 4 years ago The nursery offers a wide variety of learning experiences for the children. The nursery is well resourced, clean and inviting. Staff are friendly and always professional. They really care about supporting the children, to help them grow emotionally and educationally. The children go on outings weekly, such as to the library or to the park as well as enjoying the resources in the outdoor play area . Littlelights is a small team, which enables it to build up strong, supportive relationships with the families and children in its care. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXNjU3RHZnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8ccfe8bd19f31:0x5fe219e49c83b1b9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIEwaWxlEKGzR-8Xqd-cA_cvtTYlY3IPk7vnnIYjwf2qPrjmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kay Sewell 4 years ago Children and staff didn’t look very clean… there was a child was at the nursery with chicken pox and was informed till we had left. Doesn’t seem like there’s much for the kids to do. Member of staff didn’t seem very friendly when interacting with my child. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHbTZxdUFREAE!2m1!1s0x47d8ccfe8bd19f31:0x5fe219e49c83b1b9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWTLkMlK6x2hFNrnANEQmDlixf3_8y8ZSr9D_5L_JxiEAgiYwCK=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Excel Supply 8 years ago Very well resources and experienced staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRNk42bXpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8ccfe8bd19f31:0x5fe219e49c83b1b9) Reviews from Google for Little Lights Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6909113248008876473&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2018 - June 2022 Good - November 2019 Good - May 2019 Inadequate - May 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Lights Nursery ### How does Little Lights Nursery support children with SEND? ### What outdoor space does Little Lights Nursery offer? ### How is Little Lights Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### What stands out in the inspection highlights for Little Lights Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Rochester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Lights Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Hedgehogs Rochester Day Nursery Rochester · ME1 1DX 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/hedgehogs-rochester-day-nursery-me1-1dx-2630755) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### City Way Day Nursery Rochester · ME1 2AB ](/nursery/city-way-day-nursery-me1-2ab-103713) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Benjamin Rabbit Nursery Chatham · ME4 6BA 4.1(12 reviews) ](/nursery/benjamin-rabbit-nursery-me4-6ba-ey477957) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Hedgehogs Chatham Day Nursery Chatham · ME4 6PX 4.9(15 reviews) ](/nursery/hedgehogs-chatham-day-nursery-me4-6px-2630754) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.6 mi ### Rochester Preschool Rochester · ME1 3DG 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/rochester-preschool-me1-3dg-2768952) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Play A Way Nursery & Pre-School Chatham · ME4 5RD ](/nursery/play-a-way-nursery-pre-school-me4-5rd-2822133) [See all nurseries in Rochester →](/search?q=Rochester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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