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[South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Little Oaks Nursery Selsted # Little Oaks Nursery Selsted Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Selsted Community Hall, Wootton Lane, Dover, CT15 7HH · Kent Number of places 24 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Kent 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 Selsted offers a stimulating and nurturing environment for children from two years old up to school entry age. Nestled in a picturesque rural setting, the nursery prioritises outdoor activities, allowing children to explore the natural world around them, often spotting sheep and horses in nearby fields. The facility boasts a newly refurbished interior with a wide array of new toys and learning resources, alongside an impressive garden that features a role-play driving track, sandpit, climbing wall, slide, and digging area. Weekly woodland sessions in an ancient local woodland further enhance the children's development through direct engagement with nature. The nursery is committed to a play-based curriculum that adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage, fostering curiosity and making learning enjoyable. Little Oaks aims to create a 'home from home' atmosphere, adapting to each child's evolving needs, and encourages strong relationships between its small, friendly team and the children. They also offer flexible sessions, including up to 30 free funded hours, and have a strong emphasis on professional development for their staff. Our ethos Little Oaks Nursery is committed to a play-based curriculum following the EYFS, fostering curiosity and making learning enjoyable through direct engagement with nature, including weekly woodland sessions. They aim to create a 'home from home' atmosphere and adapt to each child's needs. What it's like Children settle quickly and feel secure in the warm, friendly environment. They are confident and independent learners. Staff establish strong bonds with the children and are always close by for a reassuring cuddle when needed. Rural Setting Outdoor Focused Play-Based Learning Refurbished Facilities ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around full-day, mid-session, and part-time blocks for children from age two up to school entry. Additional early morning and late afternoon hours can be booked to extend these times. Funded sessions are subject to consumable charges and specific rates for extra hours. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - Out-of-school clubs are restricted to Selsted Primary School children only. - Early morning additional hours (8.00am - 9.00am) include breakfast. - Late afternoon additional hours (5.00pm - 6.00pm) include a late snack. - Daily consumable charges apply to all funded placements depending on session length. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Oaks Nursery Selsted Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10129977 Lead inspector Sara Garrity Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185429)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY545769) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-oaks-nursery-selsted-ct15-7hh-ey545769) ## Key facts Session types Full-Day session, Mid-session, Part-Time session Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm Age range 2 years to primary school entry age Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2017 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Oaks Nursery Selsted Last inspected 5 May 2022 · Sara Garrity 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 settle quickly and feel secure in the warm, friendly environment. They are confident and independent learners. Staff establish strong bonds with the children and are always close by for a reassuring cuddle when needed. Inspector highlights - Children are confident and independent learners, expertly adapting resources for play. - Children learn about the local community, exploring woods and visiting local shops. - Staff are positive role models and encourage children to take managed risks in their play. - The manager and staff have established good partnerships with parents, including supportive settling-in procedures. - The manager is dedicated to developing and continually improving the nursery, supporting staff through regular training opportunities. Areas to develop - 1 review the planning of large-group activities and help to ensure that all children remain focused and engaged - 2 continue to support staff to improve their skills and knowledge, to help them make the most of opportunities to further extend older children's learning. Inspection #10129977 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185429) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that they appreciate the ideas staff share to help to support their children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager works closely with other professionals to help to support any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She has made good use of additional funding to support children's social interactions and language skills. Staff have received additional training in sign language and carry out focused activities with children to boost their speech, language and communication. Outdoor space Children explore the woods and go on visits to the farm shop and garden centre. They develop their problem-solving skills as they work out how to move larger quantities of water around the garden, using a wheelbarrow. They also develop their muscle strength as they practise their physical skills by jumping, balancing and running around. ## Parent Reviews of Little Oaks Nursery Selsted 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLMOKkp1RMQjJOJIprc8_D9FvrsPlABCXgUKQsRGbbkUoVmhQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Stacey Freeland 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtakxDRmRnEAE!2m1!1s0x47deb9cbf2fc93a5:0x83cf89f5f5c0f4b8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXNXFcM_myRT9Oz4LkgTivRVh5lS5wBsgO5dv3-0vfgLfdWrXt0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Dan Baker 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURReVpuSi1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x47deb9cbf2fc93a5:0x83cf89f5f5c0f4b8) Reviews from Google for Little Oaks Nursery Selsted. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185429) ## Frequently asked about Little Oaks Nursery Selsted ### How was Little Oaks Nursery Selsted rated by Ofsted? ### What are the opening hours at Little Oaks Nursery Selsted? ### What outdoor space does Little Oaks Nursery Selsted have? ### Whereabouts is Little Oaks Nursery Selsted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Dover Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Oaks Nursery Selsted. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Kid Ease Swingfield House Dover · CT15 7SH 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/kid-ease-swingfield-house-ct15-7sh-ey455870) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 2.8 mi ### Elham Pre School Canterbury · CT4 6SX ](/nursery/elham-pre-school-ct4-6sx-ey500776) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.9 mi ### Little Acorns Childcare Hawkinge · CT18 7BS ](/nursery/little-acorns-childcare-ct18-7bs-2859606) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Shepherdswell Preschool Dover · CT15 7NN ](/nursery/shepherdswell-preschool-ct15-7nn-127535) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Little Oaks Kindergarten Folkestone · CT18 7BP ](/nursery/little-oaks-kindergarten-ct18-7bp-ey475631) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.2 mi ### Kid Ease Hawkinge Folkestone · CT18 7RH ](/nursery/kid-ease-hawkinge-ct18-7rh-ey245457) [See all nurseries in Dover →](/search?q=Dover) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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