The Little School Day Nurseries
'Where nature nurtures growing minds'
The Little School at Pooh Corner open from 7am-7pm
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The Little School by the Lake open 8am-6pm
🌟 As we strive for excellence, we share our recent awards.
🏆 Platinum Award – Quality Counts
Awarded by: National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) in April 2025
Highlight: NDNA's highest honour, given only to nurseries that consistently exceed Ofsted standards.
🏃♂️ Start Life Well – Gold Award A prestigious award for nurseries that show excellence in physical activity, healthy eating and emotional well-being.
🔢 Maths Champions Award Shows practitioners have the skills, knowledge, awareness and confidence in supporting children's early maths development.
🚑 Millie’s Mark. An exceptional achievement that shows the nurseries go above and beyond the minimum requirements to keep children safe.
Little School, constantly striving to set higher standards.
The Little School - what do we believe?
At Little School, we bring 35 years of expertise and a team of highly qualified practitioners to provide exceptional care and education for your child during their most formative years.
Our mission is to nurture, guide, and inspire each child as they grow, learn, and explore their world.
A Tailored Approach to Learning
Every child is unique, and we embrace this by following their individual interests through a flexible, child-centred approach.
We draw from the best methodologies, including:
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🌱 Montessori – Encouraging exploration and discovery through hands-on learning.
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🎨 Waldorf – Fostering creativity and imagination in a holistic environment.
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🏗️ Reggio Emilia – Viewing the environment as the "third teacher" and emphasizing collaborative learning.
By blending these approaches, we ensure each child receives a balanced, enriching experience tailored to their needs and passions.
🌿 Beyond the Classroom
Our nursery extends far beyond the Early Years Foundation Stage to provide a well-rounded education that nurtures the whole child:
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🌳 Forest School Activities – Inspiring a love for nature, movement, and outdoor play.
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🎭 Music, Drama & Dance – Building confidence and self-expression through the creative arts.
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🥕 Healthy Eating – Children help grow their own vegetables and learn about nutritious food.
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🤸 Daily PE & Fitness – Encouraging physical activity and lifelong healthy habits (recognised by the Start Life Well Gold Award).
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🧠 'Happy Minds' – Promoting resilience, balance, and wellbeing for life beyond nursery.
These experiences build confidence, curiosity, and life skills that prepare children for future success.
Why Choose Us?
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✅ 35 years of early childhood expertise
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✅ A child-led curriculum tailored to your child’s interests
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✅ Award-winning focus on health, wellness, and physical development
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✅ A nurturing, creative, and stimulating learning environment
Come and see why The Little School is the perfect place for your child to learn, grow, and flourish.
Delve into the different sections of our website to find out more.