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Littlesaints Preschool # Littlesaints Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Dec 2022) · School Road, EXETER, EX2 9AF · Devon Number of places 16 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Littlesaints Preschool is dedicated to nurturing young children through a play-based learning approach that aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The preschool focuses on individual learning plans, ensuring each child's interests form the basis of their educational journey. They aim to prepare children for school by fostering independence, strong communication skills, and social competencies. The curriculum covers prime areas like personal, social and emotional development, communication and language, and physical development, alongside specific areas such as literacy, understanding the world, mathematics, and expressive arts and design. Through diverse activities including imaginative play, sensory exploration, and cultural learning, Littlesaints promotes an enriching environment where children can develop at their own pace, fostering a love for learning and discovery. The preschool emphasises strong partnerships with parents, encouraging their involvement from induction to regular progress discussions with key persons. Our ethos Littlesaints Preschool embraces a play-based learning approach aligned with the EYFS framework, focusing on individual learning plans driven by each child's interests. They aim to foster independence, communication, and social skills to prepare children for school, encouraging a love for learning through diverse activities and strong partnerships with parents. What it's like Children are extremely confident and settled in the warm and welcoming pre-school with a very positive approach to learning. Staff promote a strong sense of belonging for each child, greeting every child in a personalised way and adapting interactions to meet emotional needs. Relationships between staff and children are impressive, and children know what is expected of them, eagerly joining in with everyday tasks. EYFS framework Play-based learning School readiness focus Charitable Incorporated Organisation ## Pricing & funding The nursery offers morning sessions running term-time only from Monday to Friday. Fees are charged per day, with additional options for lunch club, last-minute bookings, and early start times for funded children. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Sessions run term-time only, Monday to Friday from 9.15am to 12.30pm. - An optional lunch club is available. - Additional 15-minute early sessions (9.15am to 9.30am) can be booked for funded children who exceed entitlement. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Littlesaints Preschool Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10263101 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205394)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY343699) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=littlesaints-preschool-ex2-9af-ey343699) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday mornings from 9.15 to 12.30, term time only (up to 38 weeks per academic year). Session types Morning session, Lunch Club, Last Minute Session Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Littlesaints Preschool Last inspected 13 December 2022 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 are extremely confident and settled in the warm and welcoming pre-school with a very positive approach to learning. Staff promote a strong sense of belonging for each child, greeting every child in a personalised way and adapting interactions to meet emotional needs. Relationships between staff and children are impressive, and children know what is expected of them, eagerly joining in with everyday tasks. Inspector highlights - Children's behaviour is exceptional, with staff acting as positive role models to help children understand emotions and develop coping strategies. - Staff have a thorough understanding of what they want children to achieve, with high expectations and an ability to motivate children using their interests. - The pre-school is highly inclusive, with staff working closely with other professionals to provide early help for children with additional needs. - Staff share a vision and passion for the success of the pre-school and are highly reflective, continuously identifying improvements that positively impact children's learning experiences. - Partnership work with parents and carers is highly effective, with parents valuing the impressive levels of care and support and feeling fully informed about their child's learning. Inspection #10263101 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205394) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The pre-school is highly inclusive. Staff work closely with other professionals to secure early help for children with additional needs. Outdoor space New outdoor mathematical equipment has been purchased to support children in developing understanding of early mathematical concepts, and the children are eager to use it. For example, children enjoy investigating a large set of scales and enjoy the challenge set by staff of making the scales balance. Children learn to take safe risks during their adventures in the outdoor play area. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022 Date: October 2010 - December 2022 Outstanding - April 2017 Good - February 2015 Good - October 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Littlesaints Preschool ### What stands out about Littlesaints Preschool? ### What age children does Littlesaints Preschool take? ### How did Littlesaints Preschool do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Which funded childcare entitlements are accepted at Littlesaints Preschool? ### How does settling in work at Littlesaints Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in EXETER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Littlesaints Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Acorns Day Nursery Exeter · EX2 8HN 4.4(11 reviews) ](/nursery/acorns-day-nursery-ex2-8hn) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Puffins in the City Exeter · EX1 1BB 5.0(30 reviews) ](/nursery/puffins-in-the-city-ex1-1bb-2848939) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Tic Tocs Day Nursery Exeter · EX4 4DZ 4.9(12 reviews) ](/nursery/tic-tocs-day-nursery-ex4-4dz-2688811) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### St David's Hill Playgroup Exeter · EX4 4BP ](/nursery/st-david-s-hill-playgroup-ex4-4bp-ey419777) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Puffins at Manston Terrace Exeter · EX2 4NP 5.0(20 reviews) ](/nursery/puffins-at-manston-terrace-ex2-4np-ey300245) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### The Exwick Ark Exeter · EX4 2AT 5.0(29 reviews) ](/nursery/the-exwick-ark-ex4-2at-ey466130) [See all nurseries in EXETER →](/search?q=EXETER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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