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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Little Oaks # Little Oaks Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Oct 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Raynel Gardens, Leeds, LS16 6BW · Leeds Number of places 80 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Leeds 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 Oaks Nursery in Leeds is a not-for-profit charitable organisation dedicated to providing high-quality, competitively priced childcare. The nursery prioritises creating an environment where every child is encouraged to learn and explore independently, fostering a love for learning through curiosity and play. Their curriculum is child-led, using children's interests and fascinations to craft meaningful play experiences. Little Oaks boasts a highly qualified and experienced team of early years practitioners, exceeding statutory staff-to-child ratios to ensure exceptional care. They offer flexible childcare options with both standard and extended daily sessions, understanding the diverse needs of families. The nursery also emphasises strong partnerships with parents and families to support children's well-being and growth, and their commitment to individuality and diversity is reflected in their inclusive and friendly culture. They draw inspiration from nature for their indoor and outdoor environments, promoting respect for resources. Little Oaks provides care for children from a young age, with dedicated rooms like the Poppy Room for preschool independence, the Daisy Room with various play areas, and the Bluebell Room designed for babies to explore with age-appropriate resources. Our ethos Little Oaks Nursery is a not for profit charity. This means that we can provide competitively priced childcare to families and also invest in our nursery to provide children with high quality learning experiences. We are a highly qualified staff team with lots of experience in early years education. We employ additional practitioners above the stated ratio requirements to ensure children receive the very best care. Our Preschool is designed to promote independent learning and discovery. Children are supported by a team of Early Years Practitioners who promote a love of learning through exploration and curiosity. We recognise the importance of working in close partnership with parents and families and the benefits these relationships have on children’s care and wellbeing. We recognise that as a team we are all unique in our own way and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the nursery. We value individuality, difference and diversity and celebrate uniqueness in all individuals and work hard to ensure that Little Oaks Nursery is a relaxed and friendly environment where every individual is able to be themselves and where individuality is respected and valued. We encourage children to become resilient learners and foster a curious attitude to playing and learning. The children are our curriculum. We use children’s interests and fascinations to plan and deliver meaningful play experiences. We draw inspiration from the natural environment and create invitations to play using natural and recycled materials and resources. We demonstrate respect for our environment, both indoors and outdoors and encourage everyone to care for the resources we provide. What it's like Children thrive at the nursery. Staff help them to become enthusiastic and independent learners. Staff have the highest expectations for all children and provide specific levels of support and challenge that meet every child's individual learning needs. Charity-run Child-led curriculum High staff-to-child ratio Natural environment focus Flexible sessions ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Oaks Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10307850 Lead inspector Michelle Lorains Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234240)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/512663) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-oaks-ls16-6bw-512663) ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 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 Opening hours Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 6.00 pm, 51 weeks per year (closed between Christmas and New Year). Term time / All Year All Year Established 2020 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Oaks Last inspected 24 October 2023 · Michelle Lorains Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive at the nursery. Staff help them to become enthusiastic and independent learners. Staff have the highest expectations for all children and provide specific levels of support and challenge that meet every child's individual learning needs. Inspector highlights - All children make exceptional progress in relation to their starting points. - Children's needs are at the heart of all decision-making. - Staff provide activities that broaden children's experiences and build secure foundations for the future. - The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is outstanding. - Children's health and well-being are prioritised. - Staff know their key children and others in the group exceptionally well. - The staff team is highly qualified and experienced. - The leadership team is inspirational. Inspection #10307850 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234240) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents speak highly of the whole team and the nursery. They say their children's 'progress is amazing' and their child 'is treated as an individual by staff who genuinely care' Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery's special educational needs co-ordinator works in partnership with parents and other professionals to ensure children receive as much support as possible from an early age. The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is outstanding. Staff complete regular assessments and use their knowledge of child development to identify areas of potential delay from an early age. Outdoor space Babies are eager to splash in the puddles outdoors, and staff model words and actions for them. Staff ensure children have plenty of access to the curriculum outdoors as they know this is where some children prefer to learn. Young children show high levels of independence as they get their own wellies and put on their own coats. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language show enjoyment in their session and giggle as they copy actions and words modelled by staff. ## Parent Reviews of Little Oaks 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLFNGbq6BD8ojslc-AWx7IDYFUzU-w6zIGnJvrClHW8b6Z6RQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Lorna Wormald 11 months ago Our eldest daughter has attended Little Oaks since 2023 and our son since 2024. Both children love the nursery and key members of staff. I love the app (especially when we receive photo updates). Reception team are always helpful with any queries too. All staff members are friendly and welcoming from both rooms. We are so pleased with how our children are looked after and would highly recommend Little oaks. Thank you. 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