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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North East](/search?region=North+East) 4. Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb # Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2021) · Little Oaks Nursery, Main Street, Hexham, NE46 4PL · Northumberland Number of places 24 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2021 Local authority Northumberland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Oaks Nursery, situated in Acomb within the Acomb First School, provides exceptional early years education for children aged 2-4 years old. Established to serve the local pre-school community, the nursery now welcomes children from a wider area thanks to its outstanding reputation and dedicated team of highly trained practitioners. The nursery is committed to offering a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment where each child is valued. Children benefit from unique outdoor learning experiences and exciting explorations within the beautiful setting, which includes access to a school yard, a large field with a wild area, pond, orchard, hammocks, and a log cabin. The surrounding picturesque farmland and wooded copse are also utilised for forest school sessions. The nursery maintains a high staff-to-child ratio, with 1:5 for children over 3 years old and 1:4 for those under 3. Cooked midday meals are available from the school canteen, and snacks and drinks are provided for a termly fee. Little Oaks Nursery prides itself on keeping fees low while maintaining high standards, ensuring all children have the best start in life. The nursery has been Ofsted Outstanding since 2008 and was last inspected in 2016. Our ethos Little Oaks Nursery is committed to offering a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment where each child is valued. They provide unique outdoor learning experiences and forest school sessions, utilising their extensive grounds including a wild area, pond, orchard, and log cabin, as well as the surrounding farmland and wooded copse. Carnegie and her team pride themselves on the high standards they maintain, ensuring all children have the best start in life. What it's like Children benefit greatly from a range of highly exciting, stimulating and challenging activities and experiences at this extremely friendly and welcoming nursery. Children explore outdoors with wood, straw and rope, developing balance and coordination and learning first-hand about nature and wildlife. Staff use electronic and verbal methods of communication to help ensure parents are extremely well informed about their child's day. Ofsted Outstanding Forest School Outdoor Learning ## Pricing & funding This nursery charges different rates based on age groups, with specific pricing for age two and age three plus. Fees are structured around individual sessions, including breakfast and after-school clubs, alongside standard three-hour morning or afternoon sessions. Good to know - Breakfast club fees include breakfast. - After school club fees include a meal. - A discounted sibling rate is available for the after school club. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb Inspection date Jun 2021 Inspection no. 10194415 Lead inspector Julie Foers Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167015)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2503549) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://acomblocal.co.uk/little-oaks-nursery/) Little Oaks Nursery, Main Street, Hexham, NE46 4PL [© 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#/-2.1045/54.99397/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Hexham - [Day nurseries in Hexham](/search?q=Hexham) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-oaks-nursery-acomb-ne46-4pl-2503549) ## Key facts Food Cooked midday meals available from school canteen; snacks and drinks provided for termly fee. Staff 1:5 for children over 3 years old; 1:4 for children under 3 years old. Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm Age range 2-4 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb Last inspected 29 June 2021 · Julie Foers 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 benefit greatly from a range of highly exciting, stimulating and challenging activities and experiences at this extremely friendly and welcoming nursery. Children explore outdoors with wood, straw and rope, developing balance and coordination and learning first-hand about nature and wildlife. Staff use electronic and verbal methods of communication to help ensure parents are extremely well informed about their child's day. Inspector highlights - Staff plan exceptional opportunities to help children make excellent progress. - Children benefit greatly from highly exciting, stimulating and challenging activities and experiences. - There is a very strong focus on friendship, kindness and respect. - The highly skilled, well-qualified and experienced staff work together exceptionally well as a team. - The manager is inspirational and has a very strong vision for the nursery. Inspection #10194415 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167015) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents cannot speak highly enough of staff and the quality of education and care they provide. > They feel fully involved in their children's learning. > Parents appreciate the individual attention their children receive. > Many speak of the warmth and support they have received from the nursery as a family, particularly through the pandemic. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is very good. The nursery works very well in partnership with the local school and partner professionals. This helps to provide a consistent approach to support for children's learning and development. Outdoor space Children are encouraged to explore outdoors with wood, straw and rope. They develop balance and coordination as they climb and slide on outdoor equipment. They learn first-hand about nature and wildlife in woodland and a field close to the nursery. Inspection history Most recent inspection 29 June 2021 Outstanding 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/50167015) ## Frequently asked about Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb ### Where is Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb located? ### How can the nursery be contacted? ### How does Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb support children with SEND? ### What are the fees at Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb? ### What type of nursery is Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb? ### From what age does Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb accept children? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hexham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Oaks Nursery, Acomb. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Apple Blossom Day Nursery Hexham · NE46 3PU ](/nursery/apple-blossom-day-nursery-ne46-3pu-2545675) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.6 mi ### Little Tinklers Hexham · NE46 1QL ](/nursery/little-tinklers-ne46-1ql-2828161) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### St Mary's Nursery Hexham · NE46 2EE ](/nursery/st-mary-s-nursery-ne46-2ee-301777) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Kids 1st - Hexham Hexham · NE46 1DR 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-1st-hexham-ne46-1dr-ey337358) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.9 mi ### Little Tinklers Corbridge · NE45 5SB ](/nursery/little-tinklers-ne45-5sb-ey284768) [See all nurseries in Hexham →](/search?q=Hexham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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