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The Little People # The Little People Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 2nd Davyhulme Scout Hut, Bowfell Road, Manchester, M41 5RN · Trafford Number of places 45 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2026 Local authority Trafford 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 The Little People, established in 2017, is a childcare setting located in Urmston, Manchester, catering to children aged 2 to 4 years. Operating Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 17:00 all year round, the nursery prides itself on fostering rapid progress in children's communication skills, with a particular focus on those who previously used limited language. The curriculum, which is based on the EYFS framework, is designed to reflect children's interests and community experiences, ensuring that learning is both engaging and relevant. The setting employs a graduated approach to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those facing disadvantage, meticulously matching support to individual needs and collaborating with external professionals. Leaders at The Little People maintain a calm and well-organised environment with clear routines, promoting independence and a sense of emotional security among the children. The nursery also prioritises children's health and physical well-being through structured movement opportunities and teaching them how to keep themselves safe. The Little People aims to provide consistent support and a strong foundation for children's next stages of learning. What it's like Leaders and staff provide a calm and well-organised environment with clear routines and consistent expectations. Children remain very settled and move smoothly between activities. Children enjoy spending time together throughout the day, making choices and interacting comfortably with staff and one another. Rapid progress Strong communication Inclusive support Calm environment Physical wellbeing EYFS curriculum ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](http://www.thelittlepeopleurmston.co.uk/fees.html) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 08:00 - 17:00 Age range 2 to 5 years old Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2017 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Little People Inspection date Feb 2026 Inspection no. 10143550 Lead inspector Kelly Little Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50299260)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY551653) 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 [ Visit website ](http://www.thelittlepeopleurmston.co.uk/) 2nd Davyhulme Scout Hut, Bowfell Road, Manchester, M41 5RN [© 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#/-2.36756/53.4515/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Manchester - [Day nurseries in Manchester](/search?q=Manchester) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-little-people-m41-5rn-ey551653) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Feb 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 2 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Little People Last inspected 16 February 2026 · Kelly Little Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Leaders and staff provide a calm and well-organised environment with clear routines and consistent expectations. Children remain very settled and move smoothly between activities. Children enjoy spending time together throughout the day, making choices and interacting comfortably with staff and one another. Inspector highlights - Children make rapid progress from their starting points, with communication improving noticeably. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those facing disadvantage achieve well due to carefully matched support. - Leaders establish clear expectations, and children follow them consistently, promoting independence and a calm atmosphere. - The curriculum reflects children's interests and community experiences, prioritising communication and language development. - Leaders identify children's needs early and implement the graduated approach very effectively, involving external professionals and reviewing support regularly. - Staff foster emotional security and stability in children by understanding their triggers and responding sensitively. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain their work to ensure continued improvement and high standards. - 2 They should focus on creating a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of all children. Inspection #10143550 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50299260) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those facing disadvantage achieve well because support is matched carefully to their needs. They engage more consistently, regulate their behaviour more effectively and access learning alongside others. Leaders identify children's needs early and implement the graduated approach very effectively, involving external professionals where needed and agreeing clear next steps with parents and carers. Leaders review support regularly and change it when children's needs change. Outdoor space Leaders prioritise children's health and physical wellbeing. Staff teach children how to keep themselves safe, for example, prompting them to check whether outdoor equipment is wet before using it and discussing how to prevent accidents. Staff enhance children's physical development through structured movement opportunities, including the introduction of hopscotch to develop children's balance and coordination. EAL / language support The setting supports children who speak English as an additional language by sharing strategies with other settings, as identified by leaders. ## Parent Reviews of The Little People 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIeKfTrJybWcSmUB4_aELj0sDRcLQ7nD8hO-ki1ZAIZAEzykA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Heidi Lou 8 months ago I cannot recommend the little people pre school enough they go above and beyond and I have sent both my children there and will be sending my youngest one there in February they are the absolute best and if it wasn't for the staff I wouldn't have known my oldest boy was autistic (currently 8 years old) they sorted everything out for me and more if it wasn't for them I would be in a different position right now and they have been the best with my daughter who has just left for big school and I don't have any doubt my youngest son isn't going to have the best teachers next year thank you for all your support and hard work 😊 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xWWJWQmZMVGRFVGtScGQyTk9lRGhRY1VWc2VrRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bab0fee07c1db:0x43381b0452ef3aa1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLN0KInk7VuAZPACXwK27X_qBhRz5anyB8qFuizGiygi8m8LQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joshua Mercer 8 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21KaFdWQktiV1paWWtKU2FFRnNjbDloYVZWVVptYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bab0fee07c1db:0x43381b0452ef3aa1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKsTM1VHIjkjmEG40a_fPONnX9SfQ4WWPYahrcyM8hMN45pZw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alfie Williams a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBX3RhaEx3EAE!2m1!1s0x487bab0fee07c1db:0x43381b0452ef3aa1) Reviews from Google for The Little People. 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