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Total Tots # Total Tots in Lancaster Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Caton Road, Lancaster, LA1 3PE · Lancashire Number of places 62 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2025 Local authority Lancashire 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 Total Tots, established in 2003, is a childcare setting in Lancaster for children aged 0-4 years, operating Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 18:00. The nursery is praised for its calm and orderly environment where clear behavioural expectations are consistently reinforced. Children make secure and sustained progress, showing curiosity and resilience in their learning. The curriculum is thoughtfully sequenced and adapted for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged. Staff effectively support children with English as an additional language (EAL) through consistent words, gestures, and simple sign language, fostering confident communication. The setting prioritises mathematics and children develop secure early mathematical concepts. Total Tots excels in reducing barriers to learning for children with additional needs, with leaders and staff having clear systems for early identification and providing practical adjustments and targeted training. Outdoor play is a highlight, promoting joy, energy, and teamwork, with children engaging in local walks and community trips to expand their understanding of the world. Our ethos Total Tots Ltd fosters a nurturing and stimulating environment for children’s emotional, social, and academic flourishing. They emphasise a collaborative approach with parents, inclusivity, and celebrating diversity. Their curriculum promotes confidence, independence, and social skills through play, aiming to instil respect, empathy, and understanding. What it's like Children arrive eager and are warmly greeted by staff who know their routines and interests. Babies feel secure with familiar adults, while toddlers develop curiosity through hands-on play. Children with SEND benefit from clear cues and calm routines, and those with EAL receive consistent words and gestures, including simple sign language, to gain confidence in communication. Calm & orderly environment Strong progress Effective SEND support Rich outdoor learning Early maths focus ## Pricing & funding The nursery offers full-day, morning, and afternoon sessions categorised into two age bands: 0-2 years and 2-5 years. A late session extension is available from 5:30pm to 6:00pm. Non-core fees are applied to funded AM/PM and full-day sessions. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Late session extension available from 5:30pm to 6:00pm. - Non-core fees apply to funded sessions for both full-day and morning/afternoon bookings. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Total Tots Inspection date Dec 2025 Inspection no. 10109689 Lead inspector Kelly Little Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294912)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY259485) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.totaltots.co.uk/) Caton Road, Lancaster, LA1 3PE [© 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#/-2.78671/54.06386/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Lancaster - [Day nurseries in Lancaster](/search?q=Lancaster) - [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=total-tots-ltd-la1-3pe-ey259485) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm (late session available on request from 5:30pm-6:00pm); Christmas Eve & New Years Eve Open: 7:30am - 12:30pm; Closed on Bank Holidays Food Nursery meals are well balanced and nutritious. Meals are freshly prepared each morning; details of the weekly menus are displayed on the nursery information board. Session types Full Day, Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Late Session Extension Age range Birth to 5 years Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2003 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Dec 2025 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 Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Total Tots Last inspected 5 December 2025 · Kelly Little Safeguarding effective Actions the provider must take - the provider did not notify Ofsted of a recent significant change within the required timescale, which is a breach of the statutory requirements What it's like to attend Children arrive eager and are warmly greeted by staff who know their routines and interests. Babies feel secure with familiar adults, while toddlers develop curiosity through hands-on play. Children with SEND benefit from clear cues and calm routines, and those with EAL receive consistent words and gestures, including simple sign language, to gain confidence in communication. Inspector highlights - Children make secure and sustained progress from their starting points in development and show curiosity in their learning. - Leaders establish a very calm and orderly environment where expectations for behaviour are clear and consistently reinforced. - The curriculum is coherently sequenced, and staff adapt teaching thoughtfully for all children, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Staff prioritise mathematics consistently across the day, helping children develop secure early mathematical concepts. - Leaders and staff have very clear systems to identify children's needs early and respond with care, making practical adjustments and seeking guidance from specialists when needed. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should support staff to embed consistent hygiene routines, particularly for the youngest children, to promote and strengthen simple self-care habits. Inspection #10109689 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294912) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who need additional help make similarly secure progress because barriers to their learning are reduced quickly. Leaders and staff have very clear systems to identify children's needs early and respond with care. They make practical adjustments, such as offering quieter spaces, providing time with a familiar adult and adapting activities, so children can take part at their own pace. Leaders ensure that staff receive regular and targeted training on special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and the graduated approach. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from clear cues and calm routines that help them join in alongside their peers. Outdoor space Outdoors, children show joy, energy and teamwork. They encourage one another across stepping logs, cheer 'We can do it together' on the tandem bicycles and practise their road-safety routine before local walks. Children enjoy regular trips in the community. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language hear consistent words and gestures, including simple sign language shared with their parents and carers to use at home. This helps them to link experiences and communicate with increasing confidence. ## Parent Reviews of Total Tots 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI8vuIbxQXqw9gy_TG5eYeZU-w4fuTjpX1tpBQz2YhfOTBN2A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Rachel Walker a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM3M0pDWXpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487c9d700ed63af1:0xdf87cdda3e39fa7f) Reviews from Google for Total Tots. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16107068929544419967&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2011 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Outstanding ). We're re-checking it against the original report. - February 2020 Outstanding - September 2013 Outstanding - July 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Total Tots ### What are the fees at Total Tots? ### What are the opening hours at Total Tots? ### Where is Total Tots located? ### How does Total Tots support children who speak English as an additional language? ## Nearby day nurseries in Lancaster Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Total Tots. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rising Stars Nursery Lancaster · LA1 3HL ](/nursery/rising-stars-nursery-la1-3hl-ey432216) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Nippers Children's Day Nursery Lancaster · LA1 2LN ](/nursery/nippers-children-s-day-nursery-ltd-la1-2ln-ey320829) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Christ Church School Playgroup Lancaster · LA1 3ES ](/nursery/christ-church-school-playgroup-la1-3es-309271) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Furnace Barn Day Nursery Lancaster · LA2 6LU ](/nursery/furnace-barn-day-nursery-la2-6lu-ey454577) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Appledore Montessori Lancaster · LA1 5QU 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/appledore-montessori-la1-5qu-2680361) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Mucky Pups Pre School Lancaster · LA1 1TP ](/nursery/mucky-pups-pre-school-la1-1tp-ey410312) [See all nurseries in Lancaster →](/search?q=Lancaster) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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