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The New Little Village Nursery

Ofsted: Requires improvement
(Aug 2025)
·41 Woodlands Road, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 4ER · Lancashire
Number of places
52 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2025
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

The Little Village Nursery, a family-run establishment in Lytham Saint Annes, offers a nurturing environment where each child is treated as an individual. The day nursery prides itself on fostering a sense of belonging, with parents having peace of mind that their children are loved, cared for, and encouraged by dedicated staff.

They strive to continuously improve their quality of care, ensuring every child feels happy and supported during their time there. With a focus on individualised attention, the day nursery aims to create a family-like atmosphere for all children and their parents, becoming part of the 'Inskip Family'.

They invite prospective parents to book a show-around to experience their facilities and approach firsthand.

What it's like

The setting provides a welcoming, supportive environment where children are happy, settled, and feel valued. They engage confidently in play, showing curiosity and willingness to try new experiences. However, staff sometimes limit opportunities for deeper thinking by not giving children enough time to respond to questions.

Family-run nurseryIndividualised careNurturing environment

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 5.45pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

1996

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The New Little Village Nursery

Last inspected 12 August 2025 · Lisa Oakley

Overall effectiveness
Requires improvement

Actions the provider must take

  • ensure safeguarding procedures are consistently followed, particularly around knowledge of allegations against staff.

What it's like to attend

The setting provides a welcoming, supportive environment where children are happy, settled, and feel valued. They engage confidently in play, showing curiosity and willingness to try new experiences. However, staff sometimes limit opportunities for deeper thinking by not giving children enough time to respond to questions.

Inspector highlights

  • Children feel valued and included through opportunities to express their ideas and influence their environment.
  • Leaders design a curriculum that builds on children's interests and supports their learning and development across all areas of learning.
  • Children develop curiosity and are free to experiment through sensory and exploratory activities.
  • Children develop their early mathematics skills through daily routines and play.
  • Parents are actively involved in their child's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1The provider must ensure safeguarding procedures are consistently followed, particularly around knowledge of allegations against staff.
  • 2The provider should strengthen staff's skills in recognising when to give children more time to process information to support their communication and language even further.
Inspection #10398367 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children enjoy regular opportunities for fresh air, which supports their physical health and well-being.

Inspection history

Date: December 2011

  • August 2025Requires improvement
  • October 2019Good
  • March 2017Outstanding
  • August 2013Good
  • December 2011Good

Frequently asked about The New Little Village Nursery

About the setting

The Little Village Nursery registered in 1996 and is situated in Lytham. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round, with sessions from 7.30am until 5.45pm. It employs 12 members of childcare staff, with seven at level 3 and one at level 2. The nursery offers government-funded places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
309638
Registered person
The New Little Village Nursery Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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