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Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-school Maidenhead

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2024)
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3.4(12 Google reviews) ·Larchfield Road, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 2SJ · Windsor and Maidenhead
Number of places
84 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2024
Local authority
Windsor and Maidenhead

About this early years setting

N Family Club Maidenhead provides a nurturing atmosphere focused on early years education for children up to five years old. The professional team is dedicated to creating an environment where children can develop at their individual pace through child-led learning.

With a capacity for up to 138 children, the nursery encourages a joyful learning experience, offering a variety of activities from messy play to quiet story corners. The safety and well-being of the children are paramount, and the staff consistently review their practices to align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Our ethos

Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-school Maidenhead is dedicated to creating an environment where children can develop at their individual pace through child-led learning and a joyful experience. Their practices consistently align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

What it's like

Staff provide regular opportunities for outdoor play where children use their imagination in the mud kitchen. Children develop independence skills by performing tasks during the daily routine, such as putting on coats and tidying toys. Staff promote emotional well-being through stories and songs, encouraging children to regulate emotions and use 'kind hands'.

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6.30pm

Age range

0-5 Years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2004

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-school Maidenhead

Last inspected 5 December 2024 · Maria Conroy

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 provide regular opportunities for outdoor play where children use their imagination in the mud kitchen. Children develop independence skills by performing tasks during the daily routine, such as putting on coats and tidying toys. Staff promote emotional well-being through stories and songs, encouraging children to regulate emotions and use 'kind hands'.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and managers have a good overview of the provision and use regular supervision and check-ins to identify training needs and areas for improvement.
  • Staff know children well and implement a sequenced curriculum to support their development from babies to older children.
  • Staff ensure children listen to stories throughout the day and use signing to support communication skills for all children, including those with EAL and younger babies.
  • Children learn to have a healthy lifestyle, enjoying nutritious food and engaging in daily outdoor play.
  • Staff work in partnership with parents and professionals to support children's learning and care, offering workshops and collaborating with the NHS for specific medical needs.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of mealtimes to ensure that staff can fully support children's care and learning needs
  • 2enhance the planning of the learning environment to support children's communication and language development by limiting distractions, so they can concentrate and listen to what staff say to them.
Inspection #10376936 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents report that their children are happy going to the nursery and they receive good levels of feedback, including ideas on how they can support learning at home

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use signing to support all children, including those with English as an additional language and younger babies, to support their communication skills. Staff work with other members of the community, including the NHS, and have received training on percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding. This enables children's specific medical needs to be met during their time at nursery.

Outdoor space

Staff provide regular opportunities for outdoor play. Children confidently ask who would like a smoothie, then go to the mud kitchen to prepare it. Children have daily outdoor play and wear appropriate clothing, such as their wellington boots and all-in-ones, enabling them to fully participate in all activities, including jumping in muddy puddles.

Google Reviews of Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-school Maidenhead

3.4
(12 Google reviews)
Billy Jones
a year ago

My boys 'Theo+Isaac' have been attending nursery here for 6 months now. My Eldest being severely autistic, the staff and setting is absolutely amazing from the classroom staff to both ladies in management. The 6 months they have been there we have seen a huge improvement in their confidence and growth as a child! They work extremely hard and we can drop them off and relax knowing they are in safe hands. Highly recommended this nursery for any child! Thank you Team!

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Khushbu Goulden
2 years ago

The manager Helen and Kate are outstanding. My youngest is currently here and is very happy. I love that we can have a conversation about what’s working and not working for us and they’re always so responsive. My eldest went here too and she still loves going back for a cuddle. We chose this place because the manager has a great vision for the nursery and the outdoor space is great vs other nurseries in town.

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K H
2 years ago

My son went to this nursery for 4 months & unfortunately we had to take him out & move him elsewhere as on 3 occasions we found them to take their health and safety process lightly/poor. We bought it to their attention many a times but their approach remains reactive not proactive which failed to reassure us. Almost made us feel as if it was our son that has been unlucky however met other parents after who have also decided to move their children and now know we made the right decision.

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Kristen Moore
3 years ago

My daughter joined this nursery a few months ago now and absolutely loves it . She is a very shy, anxious little girl but has totally taken to Kiara (her key worker ) who has made sure she is happy and settling in. All of the staff are soo lovely and welcoming. The set up is such a bright and happy place and since trying out and not being happy with a few other preschools I am now confident we have found somewhere permanent to get our little one ready for school .

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geet
a year ago

My daughter Moksha has been attending the nursery for two years now , the staff and the teachers are amazing , I can see the difference in my child everyday she is growing up so kind and confident , this is one of the best around this place , I’m very happy with the nursery and management ❤️

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Inspection history

Date: May 2013

  • December 2024Good
  • August 2021Good
  • November 2017Outstanding
  • May 2013Good

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