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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Little Smarties # Little Smarties in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Former Royal British Legion Site, Pecked Lane, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8JR · Gloucestershire Number of places 84 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 Local authority Gloucestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Smarties in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, established in 2017, is a childcare setting for children aged 0-4 years providing an inclusive and nurturing environment. The nursery prides itself on its strong key-person relationships, ensuring children feel safe and confident to explore. With a "Good" Ofsted rating from its latest inspection on 29 January 2026, the nursery offers a thoughtfully planned EYFS curriculum that helps children prepare for school. The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a particular strength, with highly effective inclusive practices and personalised support. Children benefit from varied indoor and outdoor activities, including engaging outdoor play in the nursery's gardens and community walks, promoting physical development and a connection with nature. Parents frequently report significant improvements in their children's speech and independence after joining Little Smarties. The dedicated staff team prioritises children's welfare and wellbeing, fostering a supportive atmosphere where children thrive. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle especially well into this welcoming and nurturing nursery. The highly effective key-person relationships mean that children feel safe, valued and confident to explore. They thoroughly enjoy their learning and the thoughtfully planned curriculum helps ensure they are well prepared for starting school. Strong key-person relationships Inclusive practice Effective SEND support Thoughtful curriculum Outdoor play focus ## Pricing & funding Fees are based on age, with discounts available for full-week bookings, and include all meals, nappies, accessories, and milk. Government funding is stretched over 51 weeks of the year, though food is charged as an extra during these hours. Prices are reviewed annually. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees include all meals, nappies, accessories, and milk. - Food is charged as an extra expense during free government-funded hours only. - Government funding is stretched over 51 weeks, providing up to 22.35 hours a week. - Discounted rates are available for full-week attendance. - Fees are reviewed annually, with current rates valid from 1st April 2026. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:00 - 18:00 Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2017 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Smarties Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 10113274 Lead inspector Dominique Allotey [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50298513)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY547310) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.littlesmarties.co.uk/bishopscleeve/) Former Royal British Legion Site, Pecked Lane, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8JR [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.05178/51.94462/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham - [Day nurseries in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham](/search?q=Bishops+Cleeve%2C+Cheltenham) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-smarties-gl52-8jr-ey547310) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Jan 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard — Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Smarties Last inspected 29 January 2026 · Dominique Allotey What it's like to attend Children arrive happy and settle especially well into this welcoming and nurturing nursery. The highly effective key-person relationships mean that children feel safe, valued and confident to explore. They thoroughly enjoy their learning and the thoughtfully planned curriculum helps ensure they are well prepared for starting school. Inspector highlights - Inclusive practice ensures that all children who face barriers to learning and/or with special educational needs and/or disabilities have the same quality experiences. - Staff have developed impactful teaching in regard to helping children understand how to express themselves and regulate their feelings and emotions. - Care practices across the nursery are highly effective in meeting children's individual needs. - A strength of the nursery is the support it gives to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and others who face disadvantage. - Leaders are extremely committed to providing high-quality care and education, and staff morale is high. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain their work to ensure continued improvement and high standards. They should focus on creating a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of all children, including disadvantaged children, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, those who are known (or previously known) to children's social care, and those who may face other barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing. Inspection #10113274 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50298513) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Inclusive practice ensures that all children who face barriers to learning and/or with special educational needs and/or disabilities have the same quality experiences. Specific strategies are in place to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including personalised care, tailored teaching, and timely referrals to other agencies. Additional funding is used to purchase specialist resources and offer one-to-one support. Outdoor space Physical development is prioritised through regular outdoor play in the different gardens across the nursery. Staff enthusiastically engage toddlers during outdoor play, leading to sustained interest as children explore nature and play imaginatively with real vegetables in the mud kitchen. Children also learn about safety during walks in the local community and get plenty of fresh air in all weathers. ## Parent Reviews of Little Smarties 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJfB56Zr1wAWoHvDe8gfkCnfrHZi7o5oaBeP3Isx0ekmzz_3bsD=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jenny Fox 2 months ago I've sent both my children to little smarties and they are the most amazing setting that has allowed my children to flourish. The facilities are like none I've seen before and the staff are a range of ages which I think is great for development. Also child nutrition is really important for me, they provide options that are low in salt and sugar. 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