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Little Sneakers at Lodge Park

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2024)
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4.9(42 parent reviews)
·15 Lodge Pool Drive, Redditch, B98 7LH · Worcestershire
Number of places
42 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2024
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Little Sneakers at Lodge Park, located in Redditch (B98 7LH) and registered in 2002, provides full-day care for children aged 1 to 4. The nursery is open from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, closing only for bank holidays and one week at Christmas.

With a total capacity of 42 places and a current roll of 67 children, the nursery is staffed by 11 team members, nine of whom hold Level 2 or 3 qualifications. The setting offers funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children.

Inspectors found that children at Little Sneakers thoroughly enjoy their time, settling quickly due to warm greetings and individualised care from staff. The nursery fosters an environment where children thrive, developing independence and personal care skills from an early age, and engaging in varied activities both indoors and outdoors.

Parents consistently praise the nursery's communication and the dedicated approach of staff in meeting children's needs.

What it's like

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in nursery. Staff greet children warmly, which helps them to settle quickly. Children form close attachments with staff, who ensure they meet children's individual needs throughout the day. Staff know children well and provide experiences that interest them and spark their curiosity.

Good overall effectivenessParents highly satisfiedStrong staff supportFocus on independenceOutdoor play opportunities

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

All_year

Established

2002

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Sneakers at Lodge Park

Last inspected 22 August 2024

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in nursery. Staff greet children warmly, which helps them to settle quickly. Children form close attachments with staff, who ensure they meet children's individual needs throughout the day. Staff know children well and provide experiences that interest them and spark their curiosity.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thoroughly enjoy their time in nursery.
  • Staff know children well and provide experiences that interest them and spark their curiosity.
  • Staff are positive role models for children, treating them with kindness and quick to recognise when children might need a cuddle and reassurance.
  • Children learn the importance of being kind to one another and to share and take turns.
  • Managers are very supportive of their team and recognise their skills.
  • Parents are very happy with the care provided for their children.
  • Children learn about different cultural events and celebrations throughout the year.
  • Children's dietary needs and preferences are well known by staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1Review planning for consistent approach, especially for younger children
  • 2Consider organisation of mealtimes to minimise waiting times
Inspection #10361652 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The care of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is good. Staff work in partnership with parents to access additional support their child may need. They work closely with other professionals to ensure that support is sharply focused to help children make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children thoroughly enjoy spending time outside. They carefully lift wooden logs to see if they can find any insects underneath them. Children play football, taking turns to be the goalkeeper while others try to score goals. Staff create assault courses for the children to complete. Children move in and out of plastic cones and climb up and over wooden climbing frames. This helps them to develop their large-muscle skills, balance and coordination.

Parent Reviews of Little Sneakers at Lodge Park

4.9
(42)
Laura Daniels
9 months ago

My oldest daughter attended Sneakers from 9 months old until she started school. My youngest girl is now currently at Sneakers. Both of them have additional needs and medical needs. For the past 8 years all the girls have been incredible with my children. They have brought them on leaps and bounds, and are so supportive of us. I really would not recommend anyone else. Lovely setting and amazing staff!

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Foxy & Cub
a year ago

My little boy was a covid lockdown baby, he has severe allergies and is autistic. I had so many worries sending him to nursery but from the moment I went to view Little Sneakers I knew it was an amazing nurturing setting. He has been going almost a year now. The manager of the nursery made a detailed risk assesment regarding his allergies which put me at ease and all the staff have done amazing at keeping him safe. He has come on leaps and bounds since starting nursery. The staff have been fantastic at communicating to us parents. I feel content leaving my boy there every day as I know how much the staff care about him and they all do an amazing job at bringing out the best of him and looking after his needs. I would really recommend this nursery, the staff are happy, the children are happy. They have amazing rooms set up inside including a quiet room and a "home corner", they have a beautiful outdoor area with slides and tunnels and a mud kitchen. The SENCO at the nursery has been beyond fabulous and helped us with all the paperwork and support our son needs to transition to school. Highly recommend and I will be sad when my son leaves and forever grateful to the staff at Little Sneakers. 10/10 nursery

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Danielle Carr
2 years ago

Both of my children have gone to this nursery several years apart and both of them have absolutely thrived there. I’ve seen such a big change in my son after being there for only 6 months and I couldn’t be happier he gets to go where his big sister went! The staff are all absolutely amazing, caring and give you lots of support and always keep you up to date with what your little one’s doing. Highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking, 10/10!

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Rae Evans
8 months ago

I cannot recommend this nursery enough!The staff are caring,nurturing,supportive and have shown nothing but inclusion and opportunity to my daughter who has additional needs whilst she was attending the setting(has now started school.)We will always speak highly about Little Sneakers At Lodge Park and cannot thank them enough for all they have done for our girl and for us as a family.

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susan quinton
6 years ago

Both my daughters have enjoyed attending little sneakers. The staff are all lovely, brilliant with the children and do a fantastic job at keeping the children engaged and excited to learn. . There are plenty toys, activities for the children to get involved with and the pre school do a brilliant job of preparing the kids for school. My youngest starts school this year and is sad to be leaving. She has gained more confidence and really blossomed since coming to sneakers. It is a lovely vibrant nursery with a happy atmosphere and happy kids. Would highly recommend it.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2011

  • August 2024Good
  • July 2022Good
  • March 2014Outstanding
  • May 2011Outstanding

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