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Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) # Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · King George Playing Field, Cage Lane, Colchester, CO4 5RE · Essex Number of places 33 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Owls Preschool in Boxted operates during term times, offering a nurturing environment for young children. The preschool fosters a dynamic learning atmosphere where children engage in exciting activities such as observing life cycles, participating in science experiments, and exploring various cultures. They recently achieved recognition as a Dedicated Maths Champion Provider and are committed to promoting early literacy through the "Making It Real" programme. The preschool encourages parental involvement, with opportunities for parents to visit the setting and discuss their child's progress. Fundraising is an important aspect of the preschool, with active support from trustees and the community to enhance resources and experiences for the children. Little Owls also focuses on community helpers, with engaging visits from local services like the Colchester Fire and Rescue service. The preschool is dedicated to supporting children through transitions, such as starting primary school, and offers support for children with special educational needs. They also accept various government funding schemes to make childcare accessible for families. What it's like Staff at Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) prioritise helping children feel a strong sense of belonging, safety, and happiness, fostering strong relationships and independence. Learning is sequenced, with tailored support, to develop skills such as cutting and pouring drinks, with staff gradually reducing physical assistance. Staff also model positive behaviours like "please" and "thank you," and provide rich opportunities for creativity, imaginative play, and exploration of the natural world. Term-time only Charity-run Dedicated Maths Champion Provider Focus on early literacy Community engagement ## Pricing & funding Fees are invoiced on a termly basis with payments divided into three equal monthly instalments. No refunds are provided for sickness or holidays. A four-week written notice is required to reduce sessions or withdraw a child, and ad hoc sessions are charged at a higher rate. 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) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Invoiced termly with three equal payments due on the last day of each month. - No refunds are issued for sickness or holidays. - Ad hoc sessions are charged at a higher rate and must be paid on or before the session date. - Four weeks' written notice is required to reduce sessions or withdraw a child. - Sessions may be suspended if invoices remain unpaid after 28 days. ## Key facts Session types early bird session (8:45 AM - 9:15 AM), morning core session (9:15 AM - 12:15 PM), lunch time (11:45 AM - 12:45 PM), afternoon session (12:15 PM - 3:15 PM) Opening hours 8:45 AM - 3:15 PM, term time only Age range 2 years to 4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10399631 Lead inspector Becky Brame Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50290463)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY400589) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-owls-preschool-boxted-co4-5re-ey400589) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) Last inspected 26 September 2025 · Becky Brame 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 Staff at Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) prioritise helping children feel a strong sense of belonging, safety, and happiness, fostering strong relationships and independence. Learning is sequenced, with tailored support, to develop skills such as cutting and pouring drinks, with staff gradually reducing physical assistance. Staff also model positive behaviours like "please" and "thank you," and provide rich opportunities for creativity, imaginative play, and exploration of the natural world. Inspector highlights - The management team and staff provide high-quality learning and teaching to children in their care and feel well-supported. - Staff demonstrate a thorough understanding of the children in their care, providing additional emotional support when needed. - The pre-school aims to equip children for their next stage in learning by offering experiences like those of a school-based provision. - Relationships among children, parents and staff reflect a positive and respectful culture, ensuring parents are kept fully informed. - Using observations, communication with parents and linking with other agencies, staff provide tailored and supportive care for children with SEND. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to adapt adult-led activities, such as circle time, more precisely to suit children's individual learning needs, ensuring that all children can participate meaningfully and make the best possible progress. Inspection #10399631 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50290463) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak about the setting with warmth and overwhelming positivity, outlining their children feel happy and safe and have an extremely positive learning experience. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide tailored and supportive care for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) using observations, communication with parents, and linking with other agencies. This helps to ensure all children can access the curriculum to the best of their ability. This helps to promote strong continuity of care for children especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Outdoor space Staff organise the learning environment to create opportunities for children to access the outdoor learning space as they choose. This means that children explore the natural world and tackle more physically challenging tasks, such as climbing and balancing. While playing outside, children are supported to count collected conkers and compare their sizes, incorporating mathematical tasks into activities. Inspection history Date: May 2010 - September 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - February 2016 Good - May 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) ### How can Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) be contacted? ### Which funded childcare entitlements are accepted at Little Owls Preschool (Boxted)? ### How does Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Little Owls Preschool (Boxted)? ### Is Little Owls Preschool (Boxted) a day nursery or preschool? ### What are the fees at Little Owls Preschool (Boxted)? ## Nearby day nurseries in Colchester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Owls Preschool (Boxted). - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Woodland Corner Colchester · CO6 4HY ](/nursery/woodland-corner-co6-4hy-ey548740) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Colchester Severalls Business Park Colchester · CO4 9AS 4.8(24 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-colchester-severalls-business-park-co4-9as-ey289579) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.6 mi ### Tiddlywinks Preschool Colchester · CO6 4AT ](/nursery/tiddlywinks-preschool-co6-4at-ey424384) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool Colchester · CO4 6BT ](/nursery/bright-horizons-colchester-day-nursery-and-preschool-co4-6bt-2788198) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.6 mi ### Brinkley Lane Day Nursery School Colchester · CO4 9XN ](/nursery/brinkley-lane-day-nursery-school-co4-9xn-ey472643) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Orchard Barn Stratford St Mary Colchester · CO7 6JU 4.6(15 reviews) ](/nursery/orchard-barn-stratford-st-mary-co7-6ju-2550204) [See all nurseries in Colchester →](/search?q=Colchester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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