Opening hours
Mon-Fri: 07:30 – 18:00
Little Monkeys Charlbury
Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2022)
Number of places
57 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2022
Local authority
Oxfordshire
About this day nursery
Little Monkeys Charlbury provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, located in a charming Georgian townhouse. The nursery, established by owners Karen Cox and Kelly Harley in 2012 after 16 years of prior experience, is dedicated to cultivating happy and confident learners.
It boasts a secure, spacious garden and three distinct play areas tailored for various age groups, all supported by a friendly, experienced, and committed team. The nursery holds a 'Good' rating from Ofsted and emphasises community engagement by exploring local areas and inviting guests to share experiences with the children.
Little Monkeys Charlbury strives to be a place where children can achieve, belong, and thrive, fostering a homely atmosphere.
What it's like
Children arrive happily at the setting and are greeted by warm and friendly staff. They have a range of activities to explore, both inside and outdoors. Children enter confidently, demonstrating that they feel safe and have a range of activities to explore.
Ofsted rated GoodSecure gardenCommunity-focusedExperienced staff
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 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
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2012
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Little Monkeys Charlbury
Last inspected 9 February 2022 · Stephanie Dorling
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 arrive happily at the setting and are greeted by warm and friendly staff. They have a range of activities to explore, both inside and outdoors. Children enter confidently, demonstrating that they feel safe and have a range of activities to explore.
Inspector highlights
- Children behave very well, and relationships with staff are strong, warm and supportive.
- Staff feel well supported by a confident management team and regular supervision meetings.
- The manager demonstrates a strong commitment to providing an ambitious curriculum.
- Management and staff make good use of additional funding to support children's development, including forest school trips.
- Staff teach children good hygiene routines with freestanding handwashing basins to encourage learning about keeping themselves safe from germs.
Areas to develop
- 1create a curriculum that has clear intentions for what children need to learn and support staff to deliver this effectively through their teaching
- 2give children more time to respond to questions and use their problem-solving skills.
Inspection #10219771 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
They state that they are kept fully aware of the setting's events and activities via the online parent portal.
Parents state that they feel regularly updated about nursery events.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Management and staff make good use of additional funding to support children's development. They focus on children's individual learning outcomes and what will best help narrow gaps in their learning. For example, funding enables children to access forest school trips, and assists in the purchase of resources that support them to regulate their feelings and emotions.
Outdoor space
Well-planned and maintained spaces provide a range of play experiences, including a large purpose-built mud kitchen, where children cooperatively work to pump water to buckets. Children show excitement as they play and enjoy riding on bikes and toys. Management and staff provide a well-considered and stimulating outside play space. Children have fun taking part in a floating and sinking activity, showing curiosity about what will happen next.
Parent Reviews of Little Monkeys Charlbury
5.0
(3)
Olivia Watterson
8 years ago
The ladies at Little Monkeys have been looking after my little girl for nearly a year now and I'm so happy with the care they provide. My little one was very clingy and not used to going to anyone but she loves the ladies in the little people room. She only goes one morning a week but asks to go more and talks about them all lots. They do lots of fun things each time and often play in their lovely garden. Can't thank them enough for putting my mind at rest that she's well looked after.
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Sherif Akil
6 years ago
My daughter enjoyed years of play, education and care at Little Monkeys. Shes now at the local school and is so well prepared in every way. A caring team that we miss. See you soon with daughter number two! Thank you
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L M
8 years ago
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Inspection history
Date: December 2012
- February 2022Good
- August 2016Outstanding
- December 2012Good
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