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Little Squirts Pre School # Little Squirts Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · The Old School, Dunstable Road, Bedford, MK45 1HN · Central Bedfordshire Number of places 50 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Central Bedfordshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Squirts Pre School, located at The Old School, Dunstable Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK45 1HN, is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' childcare setting on non-domestic premises. Registered in 2015, the pre-school operates year-round from Monday to Friday, offering full-day care for children aged 1 to 4 years, with sessions running from 7 am until 6 pm. The setting has 19 childcare staff, 18 of whom hold Level 3 or above qualifications. The latest inspection on 6 January 2023 highlighted the secure attachments children have with their key persons and the caring support they receive, particularly in the cosy baby room. The curriculum focuses on developmental play and encourages independence, with staff fostering communication skills through discussions about feelings and emotions, reading stories, and engaging in musical activities. Parents are actively involved and kept well-informed about their child's progress via an online system. What it's like Children are keen to enter the setting and are warmly greeted by caring staff. They have secure attachments with their key persons and receive cuddles when upset. Children are given the opportunity to explore, both indoors and outdoors, and engage in various activities supporting their development. Staff also work closely with the local community to arrange visits to the church, and parents are given opportunities to partake in such events. Good Ofsted rating Secure attachments Warm and caring staff Engaging activities Parent collaboration ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7am until 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2015 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Squirts Pre School Last inspected 6 January 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are keen to enter the setting and are warmly greeted by caring staff. They have secure attachments with their key persons and receive cuddles when upset. Children are given the opportunity to explore, both indoors and outdoors, and engage in various activities supporting their development. Staff also work closely with the local community to arrange visits to the church, and parents are given opportunities to partake in such events. Inspector highlights - Children are keen to enter the setting and are warmly greeted by caring staff. - Children have secure attachments with their key persons and receive cuddles when upset. - Staff have created a cosy and welcoming environment in the baby room, with a peaceful area for sleeping. - Children engage in discussions about their feelings and emotions, supporting their communication and language development. - Children enjoy listening to stories and joining in with familiar songs and musical activities. - Children are encouraged to explore indoors and outdoors, with obstacle courses promoting large-motor skills. - Staff work closely with the local community, arranging visits to the church, and involving parents in their children's learning. - Parents are well informed about their children's development through an online system, enabling them to support learning at home. Areas to develop - 1 Provide a more consistent approach to teaching strategies, to better support children's independence and ability to offer their own ideas when asked questions. Inspection #10263250 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206966) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Squirts Pre School Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10263250 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50206966)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY484457) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-squirts-pre-school-mk45-1hn-ey484457) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are assigned to the setting's special educational needs coordinator, who supports the children and works with outside agencies to provide further support. Outdoor space Children are given the opportunity to explore both indoors and outdoors. Older children eagerly go outside to explore obstacle courses, where they run, jump, and climb confidently using their large-motor skills. ## Parent Reviews of Little Squirts Pre School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKLL7iDraG3Jo7t5dKuQzZPgrJK7wlB-lTPOSGhiodqpkylEQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Ewa Ewen 6 years ago Great nursery and lovely teachers... 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