Little Pearls Nursery

About this day nursery

Little Pearls Nursery in Exeter was established in 2023, evolving from its previous identity as Horizon Childcare, which opened in March 2016. Initially, it served as an affordable childcare solution for employees of a local domiciliary care company, expanding to the general public in 2017 due to increasing demand.

The nursery grew in 2019 to accommodate more children and later became an independent entity as Little Pearls Nursery Limited. The nursery operates with a homely and personal ethos, caring for up to 55 children daily across three rooms, fostering a comfortable setting for families.

It provides two spacious outdoor areas equipped with various play amenities like a playhouse, mud kitchen, sand area, and dinosaur world, usable in all weather conditions. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, enhanced with a personalised approach, natural resources, and engaging activities.

Safeguarding is a top priority, with a rigorously vetted team, ongoing training, and strict safety measures. Communication with parents is maintained through informal discussions, observations, parent evenings, and daily updates via the Famly online system, along with monthly newsletters and biannual surveys to gather feedback.

The nursery offers flexible hourly bookings and a holiday rebate.

Our ethos

Little Pearls Nursery is dedicated to providing affordable childcare where each child is valued, encouraged to explore, and given opportunities to flourish. The nursery aims to create a homely and personal atmosphere where children can learn and develop through play, with a strong emphasis on meaningful experiences and natural resources. Safeguarding is paramount, and the nursery strives for continuous improvement through feedback from children, parents, and professionals.

What it's like

Children receive a warm welcome in this home-from-home environment, feeling safe and secure due to strong relationships with staff and peers. Staff foster independence through well-established routines and support emotional development, leading to cooperative play and good behaviour.

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges on an hourly basis for care provided between 7:00am and 6:00pm. A one-off registration fee applies at booking, and funded hours are subject to a hourly consumables contribution. Several discounts are offered, including holiday rebates and referral incentives.