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Little Villagers Pre-School # Little Villagers Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Little Villagers Pre-School C/o Woodcote House School, Snows Ride, Windlesham, GU20 6PF · Surrey Number of places 39 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Surrey 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 Villagers Pre-School and Forest School, established in 2006, relocated in 2019 to the expansive grounds of Woodcote House School in Windlesham, Surrey. This move allows the pre-school to utilise the beautiful outdoor spaces for its Forest School programme, led by a dedicated Forest School leader. The pre-school prides itself on its strong curriculum, which is rooted in the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), aiming to foster each child's individual development. Owned and managed by Karen Henderson-Williams, who brings extensive experience in early years education, Little Villagers has a consistent record of achieving 'Outstanding' OFSTED reports, being one of only two pre-schools in Surrey to secure three consecutive such ratings. The staff team is highly experienced and committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive and become their best selves. The pre-school offers a unique blend of indoor learning and outdoor exploration, encouraging children to take managed risks and connect with nature. Our ethos "Little Villagers Pre-School and Forest School offers a unique blend of indoor learning and outdoor exploration, rooted in the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), aiming to foster each child's individual development. The nursery encourages children to take managed risks and connect with nature through its Forest School programme." What it's like Children thrive in the pre-school, benefiting from highly impressive individual settling-in arrangements and building secure attachments with their key person. They are eager to engage in extensive activities, demonstrating a tremendous attitude to learning and exploring, investigating, and finding out new things in a highly stimulating environment. Children's behaviour is exemplary, as they learn to manage their own actions, negotiate with others, and understand the difference between right and wrong. Forest School OFSTED Outstanding Experienced Staff EYFS Curriculum ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges a non-refundable registration fee and a deposit due one term before starting to secure a place. Fees are payable termly and must be settled electronically by the end of the first week of term. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Registration fee is non-refundable. - Deposit is due one term prior to entry and is refunded at the end of the child's final term. - Fees must be paid electronically by the end of the first week of term to avoid interest. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Villagers Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10215765 Lead inspector Ingrid Howell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180196)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2552343) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-villagers-pre-school-gu20-6pf-2552343) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, between 8.30am and 4pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Villagers Pre-School Last inspected 22 February 2022 · Ingrid Howell Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive in the pre-school, benefiting from highly impressive individual settling-in arrangements and building secure attachments with their key person. They are eager to engage in extensive activities, demonstrating a tremendous attitude to learning and exploring, investigating, and finding out new things in a highly stimulating environment. Children's behaviour is exemplary, as they learn to manage their own actions, negotiate with others, and understand the difference between right and wrong. Inspector highlights - Staff meticulously plan learning experiences for individual children, building on prior knowledge and expertly supporting their thinking skills. - Respect for others is fully embedded into practice, with staff successfully promoting an understanding of diverse cultures. - Staff place a significant focus on supporting children's communication and language skills, leading to significant progress in learning for all children. - Partnerships with parents are exceptional, with staff keeping parents well informed and updated, fostering consistent learning and optimal child outcomes. - Children develop an interest in mathematics from a young age through skilfully incorporated numbers and counting in everyday activities and play. Inspection #10215765 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180196) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very highly about the pre-school. > They comment on how well staff support children and how they make suggestions on how parents can support learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are eager to explore, investigate and find out new things. Children with speech and language delays benefit from one-to-one experiences to help boost their listening, attention and speaking skills. ## Parent Reviews of Little Villagers Pre-School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ0-6x1blf2gXk9zAuJ_USgghIqmk_a8QDw58USSiN77--KMw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Charlotte Armstrong 10 years ago Little Villagers provides a fantastic, safe, happy and caring environment. It is a wonderful place for children to first experience school and so giving them a love of learning that will follow them throughout life. I would highly recommend it and so would my Daughter! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURneGFIMi1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x48767f3a47fea379:0xb56bb2bceddec9a9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU_jkfu0yXV2U_OWJNoILe20qDuU3e0JyEZAXqGhJ7xDGLLxRo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) James Lee 10 years ago This preschool is excellent with good staff who create a great environment for the kids. My child absolutely loves going there. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURndU1tQ1FREAE!2m1!1s0x48767f3a47fea379:0xb56bb2bceddec9a9) Reviews from Google for Little Villagers Pre-School. 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