Opening hours
8am-6pm
Little Owls Nurseries, operated by Leeds City Council, stands as the largest provider of childcare in Leeds, catering to over 2,900 children weekly across numerous locations. The day nursery group prides itself on delivering dependable and budget-friendly care and early education within secure and motivating settings.
Each nursery upholds consistent high standards while retaining its distinct character, with the majority earning "outstanding" or "good" ratings from Ofsted. They are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and safe environment where children's individual talents are encouraged, helping them become joyful, self-assured, and autonomous learners.
Parents consistently recommend Little Owls, highlighting the friendly staff, transparent communication via the Famly app, and the significant progress their children make in confidence and abilities. The day nursery also emphasises comprehensive support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), integrating them into an inclusive environment.
What it's like
Children are happy, safe and settled in a nurturing environment with strong attachments to staff. Staff are positive role models who support children's good behaviour and provide a well-balanced curriculum so that children make good progress and develop skills for future learning.
The nursery enforces a late collection fee for parents who do not adhere to opening and closing times.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Opening hours
8am-6pm
Age range
3 months to 5 years
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Session types
Full day, Wrap around care
Registered with Ofsted
2006
Last inspected 11 March 2020 · Julie Campbell
What it's like to attend
Children are happy, safe and settled in a nurturing environment with strong attachments to staff. Staff are positive role models who support children's good behaviour and provide a well-balanced curriculum so that children make good progress and develop skills for future learning.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Inclusion & environment
Children take part in outdoor/messy play; for example, they enjoy making ice cream with mud and sticks and cooking in the mud kitchen. The inspector observed activities both indoors and outdoors.
Date: November 2011
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Leeds · LS10 3DQ
Beeston · LS11 6TB
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