Little Owls Nursery Swarcliffe

About this day nursery

Little Owls Swarcliffe, situated in the heart of LS14 and easily accessible from the A64 and major commuter routes into Leeds, welcomes children aged three months to five years. The nursery provides a stimulating and caring environment where children are encouraged to become confident learners through exciting and challenging activities, both indoors and in their spacious gardens.

Highly trained staff, supported by qualified teachers, deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, focusing on communication and language development. The nursery offers both free play and led sessions in small groups, with individual support plans available for children with specific needs.

Little Owls Swarcliffe maintains open communication with parents through key workers and the free Tapestry app, which shares daily updates, photos, and observations of a child's learning and progress. The team is experienced in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), offering dedicated coordinators and working with health and education professionals to ensure comprehensive support.

Little Owls Nurseries, owned and operated by Leeds City Council, are the largest provider of nursery places in Leeds, caring for over 2,900 children weekly across their various locations. They are committed to providing high-quality, affordable childcare and early years education in a safe and inspiring environment, with all nurseries holding an 'Outstanding' or 'Good' Ofsted rating.

Our ethos

Little Owls Nursery Swarcliffe provides a stimulating and caring environment where children are encouraged to become confident learners through exciting and challenging activities. They deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, focusing on communication and language development, and offer both free play and led sessions. The nursery is committed to providing high-quality, affordable childcare and early years education in a safe and inspiring environment.

What it's like

Children are very happy to come to nursery, greeting their key person with big smiles and quickly settling down to play and explore the exciting environment. Staff ensure they can access a full curriculum outdoors, where they enjoy getting messy and accessing books in cosy areas.

Pricing & funding