3–18 months
Acorn Room 👶
Soft cuddles, sensory exploration, gentle rhythms and lots of one-to-one attention for our tiniest adventurers.
Ask about baby places →Welcome to Little Oaks Nursery
Big adventures begin small. 🌼
A happy little world of muddy puddles, magical stories and first friendships. Where every child can grow in their own wonderful way.
Little moments. Big milestones. Lots of love.
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Here to play,
learn & grow!
Here to play,
learn & grow!
3 months–5 yearsEvery stage matters
7:30am–6:30pmMonday to Friday
Outdoor adventuresIn all seasons
Fresh daily mealsMade with care
💚Small hands,
big hearts
big hearts
A home away from home
More than childcare. A place to belong.
At Little Oaks, we believe the best childhoods are full of wonder. Our cosy rooms, caring team and nature-filled days help children feel safe enough to be brave, curious and completely themselves.
From a baby's first giggle to a preschooler's proudest “I did it!”, we're right there celebrating every step.
- Warm, consistent key-person relationships
- Child-led discovery and purposeful play
- Thoughtful communication with families
- Calm spaces, happy routines and fresh air
A room to grow in
Little people, lovely big stages.
Every age brings new discoveries. Our spaces and routines grow right alongside your child.
18 months–3 years
Sapling Room 🧸
Busy hands, new words, messy masterpieces and growing independence, all with reassuring adults nearby.
Explore toddler life →
3–5 years
Oak Tree Room 🎨
Curious questions, wonderful friendships and confident school-ready skills through joyful learning.
Discover preschool →
Learning through wonder
Play is serious magic. ✨
Our approach follows England's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with thoughtful experiences inspired by what each child is interested in, wondering about and ready to try.
We nurture communication, movement, friendships, early maths, literacy, creativity and understanding of the world, without rushing childhood.
💬 Communication🎭 Imagination🔢 Early maths🤸 Movement🤝 Friendships📚 Stories
Outside is our happy place
Muddy knees. Happy hearts.
There's something special about fresh air and freedom to explore. We make time for outdoor play every day, with opportunities to dig, plant, climb, notice bugs and find new adventures.
🌻Planting & growing
💦Water & messy play
🐞Nature discoveries
🛝Movement & balance
The rhythm of our day
A day full of little joys.
Every day is different, but a gentle routine helps our children feel secure and ready to explore.
Warm welcomes
Breakfast, cuddles and settling into play.
Explore & create
Stories, sensory play and outdoor adventures.
Lunch & rest
A hearty meal, followed by calm or nap time.
More discoveries
Child-led activities, snacks and fresh air.
Home time
Relaxed play and happy handovers.
Baby routines are flexible and personalised around feeding, sleep and individual needs.
Fuel for little explorers
Good food, happy tummies. 🥦
Food is another opportunity to learn, share and grow. Our nourishing menus offer colourful, balanced meals and snacks, with flavours little ones can enjoy together.
- Breakfast, lunch, tea and healthy snacks
- Fresh fruit and vegetables every day
- Support for allergies and dietary requirements
- Encouraging independence at mealtimes
On a typical menu: warming vegetable pasta, seasonal fruit, homemade soup and tasty afternoon snacks. Menus rotate and vary by age and dietary needs.
Simple & transparent
Fees, funding & happy beginnings.
We want planning childcare to feel as straightforward as possible. Here are our illustrative nursery session prices.
Morning session ☀️
£52 / session
7:30am–1:00pm
- Breakfast and lunch
- Morning activities and outdoor play
- Great for shorter days
Full day 🌈
£88 / day
7:30am–6:30pm
- Meals, snacks and activities
- Flexible rest and play opportunities
- A whole day of adventures
Afternoon session 🌤️
£48 / session
1:00pm–6:30pm
- Afternoon snack and tea
- Creative play and outdoor time
- Perfect for a later start
Funding: Eligible families in England may be able to access funded childcare hours, Tax-Free Childcare and other support depending on their circumstances. Check current eligibility at Childcare Choices ↗. Prices above are fictional demo figures, not real quotes; any additional charges and funded-hours arrangements would be explained before enrolment.
The people behind the smiles
Big hearts for little people.
Meet an illustrative team that represents the caring, familiar faces families might meet at a nursery. Names and imagery are fictional.
Emma Wilson
Nursery ManagerBelieves every child deserves to feel known, valued and celebrated.
Sophie Patel
Early Years LeadLoves turning a child's latest question into tomorrow's adventure.
James Carter
Outdoor Learning LeadHappiest exploring nature, building dens and spotting minibeasts.
The Little Oaks feeling
Kind words, happy families.
These sample parent stories are fictional and included to illustrate the demo website.
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“She bounds through the door every morning. The team made those first few weeks feel so reassuring for all of us.”— Sarah, sample parent of a toddler
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“Our little boy talks about the garden every evening. Seeing his confidence grow has been wonderful.”— Daniel, sample preschool parent
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“From the warm welcome to the thoughtful updates, it feels like a real partnership with our family.”— Priya, sample parent of a baby
A little peek inside
Everyday magic. 📸
Inspired by the moments that make nursery days so special. Images are AI-generated illustrations of nursery life, not photographs of a real Little Oaks site.
Curious? We love questions!
Good to know.
Answers to a few questions families often ask. You can also chat to our demo nursery assistant below.
What ages do you welcome?
We welcome children from 3 months to 5 years across our Acorn, Sapling and Oak Tree rooms. Transitions are planned sensitively around each child's development.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday to Friday, 7:30am–6:30pm, excluding bank holidays and planned closures. Full-day and half-day sessions are offered.
Can we come for a tour?
Absolutely! A visit is the best way to see what nursery life could feel like. Use the tour enquiry form below to tell us when suits you. As this is a fictional demo, the form won't send a real booking.
Do you offer funded childcare hours?
Eligible families in England may be entitled to government-funded childcare, depending on their child's age and household circumstances. Visit Childcare Choices for current details. Actual funding and any additional charges would be confirmed during a real enrolment process.
What if my child has allergies or dietary needs?
Families can share dietary needs before their child starts. A real nursery would agree appropriate arrangements with parents and maintain individual care plans where needed.
How do you help children settle in?
We would start with conversations about your child's routines, comforters and preferences, followed by gentle settling visits with a familiar key person.
Do children spend time outdoors every day?
Outdoor learning is central to our fictional nursery's approach. We'd aim to get outside daily, with suitable clothing, supervision and weather-aware activities.
Are nappies, meals and snacks included?
Sample session pricing includes meals and snacks. Nappies and personal care supplies would be discussed with families during enrolment. Prices are illustrative for this demo.
Your next little adventure
Come see the magic for yourself. 🌟
There's no better way to picture your child's day than stepping inside. Tell us a little about your family and the kind of visit you'd love.
🕗Opening hoursMonday–Friday, 7:30am–6:30pm
📍Our pretend location12 Willow Lane, Meadowford, England
(fictional demo address)
(fictional demo address)
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📍Little Oaks Nursery
Somewhere wonderful, Meadowford
Somewhere wonderful, Meadowford
Illustrative map • Fictional location