--- title: "Little Poppets Day Nursery, Peterborough | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-poppets-day-nursery-pe1-3ld-256781 description: "Little Poppets Day Nursery in Peterborough — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Little Poppets Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 4.0 (6 Google reviews) · 101 Fulbridge Road, Peterborough, PE1 3LD · Peterborough Number of places 15 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Peterborough ## About this day nursery Little Poppets Day Nursery, registered with Ofsted in 1995, is a well-regarded childcare setting in Peterborough, rated as 'Good' by Ofsted following its inspection on 9th November 2022. 30am until 3pm, catering to children aged 2 to 4 years. The dedicated staff, all qualified to at least Level 3 in early years, prioritise children's well-being and personal/social skills through a well-sequenced curriculum. They are adept at tracking children's learning and quickly identifying any developmental delays, ensuring tailored support for all, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Children benefit from a language-rich environment that nurtures their communication skills and vocabulary, with engaging activities like "Snack and Chat" fostering conversation. The nursery boasts a large and exciting outdoor environment where children are encouraged to explore independently and take well-supervised risks, fostering self-confidence and self-esteem. For instance, staff carefully oversee children as they learn to use a ladder safely against a tree. Additionally, the nursery supports home learning by providing resources such as take-home books and regular activities linked to the children's current learning themes, which parents highly appreciate. What it's like Children at this setting make good progress. Staff provide them with a language-rich environment where their communication skills and vocabulary are well supported. Children behave well, share toys and interact with each other, demonstrating strong friendships. Good Ofsted rating Language-rich environment Exciting outdoor play Well-sequenced curriculum Strong parent involvement Support for SEND ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 8.30am until 3pm. Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 1995 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Poppets Day Nursery Last inspected 9 November 2022 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 Inspector highlights - Staff provide many resources for excellent home-learning opportunities, including books to take home and regular activities linked to current learning. - Staff provide children with a well-sequenced curriculum, prioritising well-being and personal/social skills, and track progress to quickly identify delays. - Children have access to a large, exciting outdoor environment where they explore activities independently and are supported to take well-supervised risks. - Staff promote children's mathematical development by weaving mathematical concepts and language into activities. - The manager has a high regard for staff well-being, ensuring tailored support, regular supervision, and access to online training. Areas to develop - 1 help staff develop effective questioning techniques to further enhance children's critical thinking and extend their learning to the highest level - 2 enhance opportunities for all children to celebrate their own cultural backgrounds, and learn about the people and cultures around them. Inspection #10234456 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202040) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that these activities are enjoyable, and they appreciate being involved in their children's learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use their knowledge of child development to plan purposeful activities for the children. They track children's learning and progress and quickly identify any delays. Outdoor space Children have access to a large, exciting outdoor environment. They explore a range of activities that they select independently. Staff promote children's self-confidence and self-esteem. They support children to take well supervised risks. For example, staff watch closely as children take a ladder and place it against a tree. Children check the ladder is sturdy and take turns climbing up. ## Google Reviews of Little Poppets Day Nursery 4.0 (6 Google reviews) Simon Raucci 7 years ago Open all year Purpose built setting with very large garden All staff caring and friendly Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRc05uUTlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f121393c4901:0x97c9da5605842a0c) Gemma Johnson 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnNnVtU3pRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f121393c4901:0x97c9da5605842a0c) D C 8 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBNDhfaGN3EAE!2m1!1s0x4877f121393c4901:0x97c9da5605842a0c) janet ndebela 8 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnLUxya0xREAE!2m1!1s0x4877f121393c4901:0x97c9da5605842a0c) ella mai 8 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURneFpMazRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4877f121393c4901:0x97c9da5605842a0c) Reviews from Google for Little Poppets Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=10937513233040550412&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2007 - December 2022 Good - November 2022 Good - February 2017 Good - January 2017 Good - December 2013 Good - November 2013 Good - December 2012 Good - November 2012 Good - April 2011 Good - March 2011 Good - July 2007 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Little Poppets Day Nursery ### What stands out about Little Poppets Day Nursery? ### Which funded hours does Little Poppets Day Nursery accept? ### When is Little Poppets Day Nursery open? ### What do parents value about Little Poppets Day Nursery? ### Is Little Poppets Day Nursery a private nursery? ### How does Little Poppets Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Peterborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Poppets Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Stepping Stones Day Nursery (Dogsthorpe) Peterborough · PE1 3SF https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stepping-stones-day-nursery-dogsthorpe-pe1-3sf-256827 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Busy Bunnies Nursery New England Peterborough · PE1 3HA 3.3(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bunnies-nursery-pe1-3ha-ey449441 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Zig Zag Day Nursery Peterborough · PE1 2AU 4.7(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/zig-zag-day-nursery-pe1-2au-ey440810 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Bright Bambini Montessori Peterborough · PE1 3DE https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-bambini-montessori-pe1-3de-2562962 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### The Discovery Pre-School Peterborough · PE4 6HX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-discovery-pre-school-pe4-6hx-ey341225 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Play House Pre-School and Out of School Club Peterborough · PE4 7TS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/play-house-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-pe4-7ts-ey550514 See all nurseries in Peterborough →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Peterborough ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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