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Little Munchkins Childcare # Little Munchkins Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Bell House, Crimchard, Chard, TA20 1JP · Somerset Number of places 56 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Somerset 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 C. is a preschool and nursery situated in Chard, Somerset, offering high-quality childcare in a safe and stimulating setting. Conveniently located near the A303, the nursery is accessible from surrounding towns. The dedicated staff are highly qualified and experienced in early years education. The nursery caters to children from three months of age and provides flexible options for working parents, charging only for the nearest quarter of an hour of childcare. They offer three types of contracts: term-time only (39 weeks), full-time (49 weeks), and school holidays (10 weeks). The facility operates from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm daily, opening 49 weeks a year and closing only for a week during Christmas and on bank holidays. Additionally, they provide school holiday care for children up to seven years old. Little Munchkins prides itself on fostering a happy and creative learning environment with active engagement and ample outdoor space. They involve the local community by inviting professionals like firemen and police to the nursery and encourage outdoor experiences, including trips to local parks for learning activities such as road safety. Our ethos Little Munchkins Childcare C.I.C. fosters a happy and creative learning environment with active engagement and ample outdoor space. They encourage outdoor experiences and involve the local community by inviting professionals for learning activities. What it's like Children are warmly welcomed into the setting, and they benefit from strong attachments to their key person. Staff know children well and understand how to support their progress. They quickly seek support from outside professionals if they have any concerns about children's development. Flexible childcare for working parents School holiday cover up to 7 years old Community engagement Outdoor experiences ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on an hourly rate, billed to the nearest quarter-hour. Parents can choose between term-time, full-time, or school holiday contracts with a minimum weekly booking. Meals are charged extra per day. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Minimum booking of 3 hours per week. - Billed to the nearest quarter of an hour. - Contracts available for term-time (39 weeks), full-time (49 weeks), or school holidays (10 weeks). - Closed for a week at Christmas and on bank holidays. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Munchkins Childcare Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10339439 Lead inspector Rosie Pool Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251588)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2673102) 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://little-munchkins-chard.co.uk/) Bell House, Crimchard, Chard, TA20 1JP [© 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#/-2.9705/50.8763/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Chard - [Day nurseries in Chard](/search?q=Chard) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-munchkins-childcare-c-i-c-ta20-1jp-2673102) ## Key facts Session types Term time only, Full time, School holidays Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm Age range 3 months to 7 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2022 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Munchkins Childcare Last inspected 4 June 2024 · Rosie Pool 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 warmly welcomed into the setting, and they benefit from strong attachments to their key person. Staff know children well and understand how to support their progress. They quickly seek support from outside professionals if they have any concerns about children's development. Inspector highlights - Children are warmly welcomed into the setting, and they benefit from strong attachments to their key person. - Staff provide an exciting curriculum that promotes children's positive attitudes to learning. - Children enjoy positive interactions with staff and behave well. - Leaders provide a sequenced curriculum to promote children's independence. - Children benefit from regular opportunities to play outside. Areas to develop - 1 develop the way group times are organised so that they better promote high levels of engagement for all children - 2 ensure that the environment for the younger children allows sufficient space for them to investigate, explore and move freely. Inspection #10339439 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251588) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents express high praise for all aspects of the care and education that are provided for their children, noting that the staff are friendly, approachable and attentive to their concerns. > They appreciate the good communication from the staff and observe that their children are well settled and making good progress. > Parents feel fortunate that their children attend the nursery and are completely confident that they are in safe hands. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff quickly seek support from outside professionals if they have any concerns about children's development. Outdoor space Children enjoy transporting water across the garden and using paintbrushes and chalks to make marks. Children benefit from regular opportunities to play outside and practise their physical development. ## Parent Reviews of Little Munchkins Childcare 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV-yvwY8p9RlraRCO8HWkJoSv7Z6dO3mS_mwbW6ENm8imaY3kA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Piano Bar 6 years ago Adorable Environment. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMwb1BYYzdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487277bed6ae31a1:0x85633fec5ae807e4) Reviews from Google for Little Munchkins Childcare. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9611596314108757988&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 4 June 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251588) ## Frequently asked about Little Munchkins Childcare ### Does Little Munchkins Childcare accept funded hours? ### How can Little Munchkins Childcare be contacted? ### How does Little Munchkins Childcare support children with SEND? ### Who makes up the staff team at Little Munchkins Childcare? ### What part of the country is Little Munchkins Childcare in? ### What are the fees at Little Munchkins Childcare? ## Nearby day nurseries in Chard Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Munchkins Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Playdays Pre-school Chard · TA20 1QA ](/nursery/playdays-pre-school-ta20-1qa-142945) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Lawns Children's Nursery @ Chard School Chard · TA20 1QA ](/nursery/the-lawns-children-s-nursery-chard-school-ta20-1qa-ey479736) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Chard N N I Chard · TA20 2DA ](/nursery/chard-nni-schools-out-ta20-2da-ey262443) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### Premier Wraparound @ Avishayes Chard · TA20 1NS ](/nursery/premier-wraparound-avishayes-ta20-1ns-2823528) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Little Boots Ilminster · TA19 0SJ ](/nursery/little-boots-ta19-0sj-ey472571) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 4.1 mi ### Cuddles & Care Children's Day Nursery, Ilminster Ilminster · TA19 9FA ](/nursery/cuddles-care-children-s-day-nursery-ilminster-ta19-9fa-2767457) [See all nurseries in Chard →](/search?q=Chard) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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