--- title: "The Little School by the Lake — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "The Little School by the Lake, a nursery in Petersfield — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Instead, we felt he was pushed aside at The Little School on the Lake, Petersfield, with decisions about his hours and days appearing to be made around staff convenience rather than his needs.\n\nWe were told his EHCP paperwork had been completed, only to later discover it had not been submitted. This delay could have affected the vital early educational support he needs at school.\n\nHygiene quickly became another significant concern. Our son regularly came home very dirty, with food still on his face and his hands not properly cleaned. Outside the nursery, rubbish bags were often left around, creating an untidy and unpleasant environment. We hold photos that show this.\n\nThere also appeared to be extremely high staff turnover, and communication with management was consistently difficult. This left us deeply worried about stability, consistency, and the overall quality of care.\n\nWe attempted to resolve these issues directly and privately on several occasions, but after repeated assurances that were not followed through, we felt we had no choice but to take the matter further — both for our son and to protect future children.\n\nI rarely write negative reviews, but parents deserve to know what we experienced.", "datePublished": "2025-11-17T10:39:57.197755259Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Liam" }, "reviewBody": "We are so pleased with the experience our two boys are having at the nursery. They absolutely love coming in each day, and it’s been wonderful to see how much confidence they’ve gained since joining. The outdoor space is fantastic – they talk about it all the time and clearly thrive in such a fun, stimulating environment. It’s also so clear how caring and nurturing the staff are. They know the children so well, and we really appreciate the time, attention, and genuine kindness they show. We couldn’t be happier with the care our boys are receiving.", "datePublished": "2025-11-18T19:48:24.260045150Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Katy Cory" }, "reviewBody": "Both my children have attended the nursery from baby room onward. Being close to this nursery so my daughter can continue to attend when her brother starts school in September was a big factor for our school choices - it is a lovely place where the children explore and have freedom to enjoy themselves. The staff care deeply for my children and have always been there for us. It is a lovely setting and they make the most of the large outdoor areas. They are very clear on safe guarding and the rules are clearly articulated within the guidance documents for the nursery and the Famly app. I would highly recommend.", "datePublished": "2025-08-01T15:38:24.312238438Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "April Brant-Coles" }, "reviewBody": "I would strongly advise any parent to be extremely cautious.\n\nMy son, who has a diagnosed disability, had his hours reduced to suit the nursery’s own staffing and employment issues, not his needs. This was confirmed directly by the owner.\n\nThe nursery also submitted my son’s sensitive information and EHCP application to the wrong portal, meaning the Local Authority never received it. I only found this out after contacting them myself.\n\nAfter I requested my son’s records under GDPR, multiple historic notes were edited within hours, which is extremely concerning and is now being formally reviewed.\n\nCommunication from the owner has been inconsistent, reactive, and unprofessional.\nI would not trust this setting with any child’s wellbeing, especially one with additional needs.\n\nI am now taking formal legal action and reporting the matter to all appropriate authorities.\n\n— A concerned parent", "datePublished": "2025-11-17T21:37:45.985969915Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "diana fowler" }, "reviewBody": "Both my children attend Little School by the Lake, they thrive here. The staff are kind, caring and have built the most special bond with the children.\n\nThe facilities (inside and out) are well equipped, secure and safe, offering a variety of play areas and toys that cater to different ages and interests. Activities for the day are well thought through and planned by the staff.\n\nI would and have recommended little school to friends looking for an excellent nursery/preschool.", "datePublished": "2025-08-01T16:25:03.763436097Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-little-school-by-the-lake-gu31-4ej-2739405#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South East", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20East" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "The Little School by the Lake", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-little-school-by-the-lake-gu31-4ej-2739405" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-little-school-by-the-lake-gu31-4ej-2739405#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is The Little School by the Lake a good nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Little School by the Lake has an Ofsted rating of 'Good' from its last inspection. 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Over 3s claiming funded hours may have an optional supplementary charge of £2 per grant hour." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does The Little School by the Lake accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Little School by the Lake accepts both 15 and 30 hours of free childcare. This includes the 15 hours universal for 3-4 year olds and the 30 hours for working parents of 3-4 year olds. Funded hours for under 3s are also available." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does The Little School by the Lake take 9-month-old funded places for working parents?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Little School by the Lake accepts eligible funded children from 9 months old, as of September 2024. These funded places are available for working parents and have no additional charges for under 3s." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does The Little School by the Lake take 2-year-old funded places?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This information isn't published - contact the nursery directly to ask." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are The Little School by the Lake's opening hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Little School by the Lake is open from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. The nursery aims to provide consistent care throughout the weekdays for children attending." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does The Little School by the Lake accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Little School by the Lake accepts children within the age range of 0 to 4 years old. This allows the nursery to cater to early years development for infants through to pre-school aged children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does The Little School by the Lake have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Little School by the Lake has outdoor space. Children use the garden for activities like hunting for objects and practising number order. Pre-school children even help with risk assessments of the garden before play, learning about safety." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does The Little School by the Lake support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Little School by the Lake supports children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities by quickly identifying any potential additional learning needs, such as speech and language support. Staff make appropriate referrals and leaders use funding to implement strategies like stories and puppets to aid development." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about The Little School by the Lake?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents observe that children eagerly come to The Little School by the Lake and quickly settle with staff support. They become polite and learn independence through routines, participating in activities like raising chicks and garden hunts, supported by staff." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact The Little School by the Lake or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact The Little School by the Lake by phone at 02757 96476. Further information and potentially visit arrangements can be made through their website as well, found at https://www.thelittleschooldaynursery.co.uk." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. The Little School by the Lake # The Little School by the Lake Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 3.5 (8 parent reviews) · Heath Road, Petersfield, GU31 4EJ · Hampshire Number of places 60 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Hampshire 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 School by the Lake, part of The Little School Day Nurseries, offers exceptional care and education for children, drawing on 35 years of expertise. The nursery prioritises a child-centred approach, tailoring learning experiences to individual interests by incorporating methodologies such as Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio Emilia. Beyond traditional classroom settings, the curriculum is enriched with Forest School activities, music, drama, dance, healthy eating initiatives (where children grow their own vegetables), and daily physical education. The nursery also focuses on emotional well-being through its 'Happy Minds' programme, promoting resilience and balance. Continuously striving for excellence, The Little School by the Lake has received numerous accolades, including the Platinum Award from the National Day Nurseries Association, the Start Life Well Gold Award for physical activity and healthy eating, and the Millie’s Mark for exceptional safety standards. Located on Petersfield Heath, the nursery emphasises outdoor play and exploration, encouraging children to embrace challenges from a young age. Our ethos The Little School aims to prioritise the health, nutrition and well being of all children. This is achieved by: Spending extensive time outdoors in Forest School and gardens, engaging in plenty of exercise, practicing good hygiene and fostering overall wellbeing. Children learn about healthy eating by growing their own fruit and vegetables. Emotional intelligence is developed through 'Happy Minds' practices, equipping children with essential life skills. The curriculum emphasises tolerance, resilience, acknowledging each child's uniqueness, creativity through music and art, knowledge acquisition for future success, strong engagement in learning, and the development of positive relationships, collaboration, conflict resolution, and respect for others. What it's like Children eagerly come and settle quickly with staff support; they are polite and learn independence through routines. They take part in activities such as raising chicks and garden hunts, with staff scaffolding learning and supporting communication through songs and rhymes. Forest School Child-led curriculum Award-winning health and wellness focus Creative learning environment ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged hourly based on age groups with additional charges for meals. Hours can be booked in half-hour increments between 9am and 4pm. Funded places are available on both term-time and stretched options, with a minimum attendance requirement for the 30-hour funding offer. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly rate for 0-3 year olds £7.30 / hour - Hourly rate for 3-5 year olds £7.15 / hour - Registration fee £100 - Optional supplementary charge for over 3s per grant hour £2 / hour - Breakfast £1.00 See 2 more Good to know - A registration fee of £100 is charged. - Hours can be booked from 9am to 4pm and increased in 30-minute slots. - Over 3s funded hours have an optional supplementary charge of £2 per hour for extracurricular activities. - Over 3s must attend a minimum of 22 hours to claim the 30-hour (or 22-hour stretched) funding offer. - Term-time places are charged at 50% for the 9 weeks of holidays to retain the place. - Meals (breakfast, lunch, and tea) are charged separately. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Little School by the Lake Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10399649 Lead inspector Natasha Jarvis Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279074)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2739405) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-little-school-by-the-lake-gu31-4ej-2739405) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am-6pm Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Little School by the Lake Last inspected 9 May 2025 · Natasha Jarvis Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children eagerly come and settle quickly with staff support; they are polite and learn independence through routines. They take part in activities such as raising chicks and garden hunts, with staff scaffolding learning and supporting communication through songs and rhymes. Inspector highlights - Ambitious, sequenced curriculum with a strong focus on communication and personal, social and emotional development - Staff adapt activities to ensure all children can participate and engage - Children learn to keep themselves safe and take part in garden risk assessments - Leaders ensure additional funding is used appropriately and staff quickly identify and address gaps in learning - Strong parent partnerships and effective communication about children's progress Areas to develop - 1 refine routines to better support children's good behaviour at times of transition - 2 strengthen the consistency of staff's support for children's early language and thinking skills during conversations. Inspection #10399649 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279074) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff quickly identify gaps and are quick to help when there might be an additional learning need, such as support with speech and language, and make appropriate referrals. Leaders ensure additional funding is used appropriately and put strategies, such as stories and puppets, in place to support children's development. Outdoor space Children use the garden for activities such as hunting for objects and practising number order; pre-school children help complete a risk assessment of the garden before going out and understand rules such as the climbing tree being slippery when it has rained. EAL / language support Staff support children who speak English as an additional language by including home languages where possible, using talking books and learning common words from parents to help children settle. ## Parent Reviews of The Little School by the Lake 3.5 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUhUkLJ6FNd4xIUAcAU0ZMf7MHRScZ3opT3S8SMd-aOdKZH95aU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Timothy Brant-coles 6 months ago ⭐️ 1 Star A nursery that failed our vulnerable child when he needed support most. Our son has a muscle-wasting condition and genuinely needs more care than most children. Instead, we felt he was pushed aside at The Little School on the Lake, Petersfield, with decisions about his hours and days appearing to be made around staff convenience rather than his needs. We were told his EHCP paperwork had been completed, only to later discover it had not been submitted. This delay could have affected the vital early educational support he needs at school. Hygiene quickly became another significant concern. Our son regularly came home very dirty, with food still on his face and his hands not properly cleaned. Outside the nursery, rubbish bags were often left around, creating an untidy and unpleasant environment. We hold photos that show this. There also appeared to be extremely high staff turnover, and communication with management was consistently difficult. This left us deeply worried about stability, consistency, and the overall quality of care. We attempted to resolve these issues directly and privately on several occasions, but after repeated assurances that were not followed through, we felt we had no choice but to take the matter further — both for our son and to protect future children. I rarely write negative reviews, but parents deserve to know what we experienced. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25SaU4xQTFPSFJyYWtsdWFIaFdVVXRDV2xrd1IzYxAB!2m1!1s0x48744806d9f5516b:0xd278d87b1b1101eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIvq1tEKxiio5Xr7XioiXnYb6-Tsqjp3d8WpEVQG31RacCkqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Liam 6 months ago We are so pleased with the experience our two boys are having at the nursery. They absolutely love coming in each day, and it’s been wonderful to see how much confidence they’ve gained since joining. The outdoor space is fantastic – they talk about it all the time and clearly thrive in such a fun, stimulating environment. It’s also so clear how caring and nurturing the staff are. They know the children so well, and we really appreciate the time, attention, and genuine kindness they show. We couldn’t be happier with the care our boys are receiving. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tvMVJFNHRRbEpUY1d4SU1USnNUblZtZW1ReWJGRRAB!2m1!1s0x48744806d9f5516b:0xd278d87b1b1101eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUpGQv4Fyjb9b5yaQoz1XJf8OVB4ekm3I49wFSUtOoWby9_YUk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Katy Cory 9 months ago Both my children have attended the nursery from baby room onward. Being close to this nursery so my daughter can continue to attend when her brother starts school in September was a big factor for our school choices - it is a lovely place where the children explore and have freedom to enjoy themselves. The staff care deeply for my children and have always been there for us. It is a lovely setting and they make the most of the large outdoor areas. They are very clear on safe guarding and the rules are clearly articulated within the guidance documents for the nursery and the Famly app. I would highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poUVJFeFJabWR3VVhkeUxYUlJaRnBhVldGbmVVRRAB!2m1!1s0x48744806d9f5516b:0xd278d87b1b1101eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVr0bn2DI3bnaDgWsAWawBaVRA-LIBzT6SKR-J6Nr_AGW3j52I=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) April Brant-Coles 6 months ago I would strongly advise any parent to be extremely cautious. My son, who has a diagnosed disability, had his hours reduced to suit the nursery’s own staffing and employment issues, not his needs. This was confirmed directly by the owner. The nursery also submitted my son’s sensitive information and EHCP application to the wrong portal, meaning the Local Authority never received it. I only found this out after contacting them myself. After I requested my son’s records under GDPR, multiple historic notes were edited within hours, which is extremely concerning and is now being formally reviewed. Communication from the owner has been inconsistent, reactive, and unprofessional. I would not trust this setting with any child’s wellbeing, especially one with additional needs. I am now taking formal legal action and reporting the matter to all appropriate authorities. — A concerned parent [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21Wc05FaFNPVFp2WkVacmRVeE9ORkI2TjNSTE9VRRAB!2m1!1s0x48744806d9f5516b:0xd278d87b1b1101eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLPnllGmhI2JJO0r5z5uBVxuZ5duavKYUYyWGclIQ_ThmjZxA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) diana fowler 9 months ago Both my children attend Little School by the Lake, they thrive here. The staff are kind, caring and have built the most special bond with the children. The facilities (inside and out) are well equipped, secure and safe, offering a variety of play areas and toys that cater to different ages and interests. Activities for the day are well thought through and planned by the staff. I would and have recommended little school to friends looking for an excellent nursery/preschool. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201YWFuRndNMVk1WTBWblpuVkZlbkZEV1hkMWRWRRAB!2m1!1s0x48744806d9f5516b:0xd278d87b1b1101eb) Reviews from Google for The Little School by the Lake. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15166109768416821739&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 9 May 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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