Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

The Annex, Essendine Road, Maida Vale, London W9 2LR
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  • Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale, London
Ofsted rating for Maida Vale is Good (March 2023)

At Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale, they partner with their community as spending time with people of all ages is important for a child's development. Their children make regular trips to Carlton Gate Care Home where their children play games, read stories and interact with the residents.

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale are big on happy children. They have areas for growing food (and eating it) and focus on taking care of each other and the world. They are silver eco schools accredited, a programme that sees children make a real difference to the environment.
The nursery are big on safety which is why ALL staff are paediatric first aid trained. They have a ParentZone app that keeps mums and dads informed about their little ones at nursery, from photos, meals eaten, and even toilet training progress!
                        
There are 7 rooms in Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale, one 3 months- 1 Year, two for 1-2 years, one 18 months - 3 years and one 2-3 years and one 3-5 Years. There is also a kitchen, colleagues' staff room, laundry room, milk kitchen, two baby changing room and one training room that are provided to ensure on-going training is available to all the nursery team.

They use their 5 Little Pioneers to help share their core values with children, encouraging them to be independent, make their own choices, express their feelings and make a difference in the world.

Care Provided by Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Ola Tijani (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 46
  • Total Places for Children
  • 106
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 Training Day

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

  • (0-2) Full day £104.75 / Half Day £62.75
    (2-3) Full day £102.75 / Half Day £61.50
    (3-5) Full day £84.75 / Half Day £51.75


  • Parking
  • No Parking on Site - Pay & Display Only.


Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale Reviews (110)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.637) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale has 110 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at the nursery in March 2022 when she was 4.5 months old and stayed there until August 2022 (we moved house). I have been extremely pleased by the care she was given there, the staff of the baby room were really supportive for the settling period and reassured me a lot, so a few
weeks later I was fully confident to leave her there when going back to work. The rooms are large, bright and airy and the outdoor space is a massive plus. They do lots of creative activities even with young babies. My daughter was so happy to go there, she literally jumped into the staff's arms every morning. I strongly recommend this nursery!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my sons attended the nursery. My eldest was there for three years and my youngest for one year. I can say that from their first day the staff took very good care of them and helped them transition. I felt they were nurtured and loved. Every time I would talk to them at home about their teachers
or their day they had a smile on their faces. They were happy there and I felt they learned a lot, especially since they are bilingual. The staff took the extra step of using some of our native language words to help them settle in better. I would recommend the nursery as my sons loved it there and we, as parents, felt they were safe in a happy and positive environment. They’ve grown and developed their personalities there guided by caring and kind teachers, together with the rest of the staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at the nursery in September 2021 when she was 12-months-old and I couldn’t be happier with our choice! She has developed a lot since then, she is well taken care of and, more importantly, she is extremely happy! Going to the nursery every day is something she looks forward to! The
management and the staff are very flexible and understanding - it feels they truly care about the kids and their families and want to make childcare as easy as possible. I am also very pleased with the activities the kids do and I love seeing the relevant pictures on the app! The pandemic as well as the winter weather have not allowed so far for outings beyond the garden of the nursery but I hope with things improving now there will be more of that (e.g. going to the park or even some museums).
The only negative point is that the outside area could do with some freshening up. It doesn’t impact the overall experience but it did put me off a little when I was considering nurseries.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It is very obvious that our child’s key worker and colleagues have our boy’s best interests at heart. The staff are incredibly involved with his development and wellbeing. To the extent that this morning our little boy said, “I love my key worker” on our way to nursery today.
Our little boy is very
settled and really enjoys nursery despite some inattentiveness in class which we’re tackling (again key worker is very involved in this project). My only suggestion would be that it would be good to see the children taking advantage of the proximity to the recreation ground by having more trips there (staff to children ratios allowing) and enjoying the large grassed open spaces, puddles, and facilities.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled you are happy with the service we provide for your little one. We also take on board your suggestions.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I am very happy with the service provided by Co-op Childcare Maida Vale Day Nursery. I am happy with the progress that my daughter has made whilst attending this nursery and the interest and attitude of the staff members working with my daughter have been a real blessing, especially with concerns that
I had. They thoroughly observed her and kept me involved in all the activities that they intended to do with regular updates.
My daughter has made very good relationships with both staff and her peers, which is always reassuring to know that your child is happy to go to nursery.
I would recommend this nursery and have already done so to friends and family.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are thrilled you are happy with our service and the support in your daughter's development provided by the nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Completely brilliant nursery with caring staff who go above and beyond to look after the children and provide stimulating daily activities. My son has really thrived since he joined at 12-months and is always so happy going in. I couldn't recommend it highly enough.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so happy that you are happy with the service provided at Co-op Maida Vale!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very caring staff and my child is so happy running into nursery. Highly recommend, extremely happy! I also sent my older son and it's so lovely seeing the same staff are still there. Love the regular updates I get throughout the day.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your review. We are thrilled you are extremely happy with our service the second time round. Thank you for all your ongoing support.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have seen a lot of development on my daughter since she started attending nursery in Co-op Childcare Maida Vale. I am very happy that her social skills and speech get better and I can see how happy she is in the nursery. The nursery provides and creates activities that can help my daughters development.
I really feel that it is one of my best decisions that I put my daughter in the nursery because of the support that they provide.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son spent sixteen, very happy months at the nursery. In spite of ongoing Covid restrictions and multiple lockdowns during that time, it was extremely well managed, committed to staying open (safely) and communication was frequent and clear. Without exception, the staff were caring, engaged and showed
a real interest in our little one’s development and well-being. He would always return home content and stimulated after his day. He particularly benefitted from being able to spend time outside in the garden - rare in a central London nursery. We would recommend Co-op Childcare Maida Vale Day Nursery unreservedly.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your review. We are glad you had a positive experience with us during your time here and felt safe during the Covid pandemic. We really worked extremely hard to ensure all the children and parents felt safe and comfortable to attend during this time. Thank you again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

What a lovely nursery, staff are friendly, staff help where help is needed if a child needs extra support, my daughter loves it, my daughter started in September and has settled in very well. I am very happy I chose this nursery for my daughter, they provide great activities for children to develop,
I always love that they have an app of which they update you with what they are doing.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much Sameena for your review. We are thrilled at how well your little lady has settled in and made robust bonds with the staff. We are also glad you have had a positive experience in the short while you have been with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Nursery set-up, so much so my little one really misses it on weekends. The staff are friendly and food options are great. It doesn't have the full service feel it had pre-Covid, but I think that is the same with most nurseries. The kids love it and it's a win for us. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you Liezel for your review.
We are happy both your children really enjoy coming to the nursery.
We really hope things can go back to 'normal' in terms of drop offs and pick ups soon too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

They could be extremely likely by my opinion if they would add some activities such as dancing, playing some musical instruments, more handcrafts. I’m so happy with them but I think they need to have these kinds of activities more often as well.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you Hengameh for your review.
We do have music and movement initiatives such as boogie mites, where children enjoy music and dancing along to the songs. We also have musical instruments in the rooms which children use during circle time. However, we will take this suggestion on board and enhance the activities further.
Many thanks.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All of the staff are extremely nice and genuinely care about the children. They put on a really wide range of interesting activities. The nursery grounds (the building and garden) are very nice too. My daughter loves going there!

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much Matt for your kind review.
We are so glad you are happy with our services and the care we provide for your daughter. We really take pride in the level of service, stimulating activities and the care we offer.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We have loved having our 16-month-old son at Co-op Childcare Maida Vale Day Nursery. He initially enrolled in ladybirds with the smallest baby, when he turned 1 the admin was very accomodating to allocate us a space even though they initially had no room. He was looked after by caring and supportive
key workers. We especially loved the app with photos and updates on sleep and nappies and food intake, as a first-time "lockdown parent" this was very reassuring. Now he has moved on to caterpillars and is having a great time, he is now fully used to the routine and no more tears on drop-off. He is now starting to develop a whole variety of social and developmental skills and I see how the nursery staff are empowering him to become more independent. Big thank you and keep up the good work!

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you Ines for your kind review. We are so happy that you are content with the progress your son is making at the nursery. He has really settled in well and made strong bond with his key person and the children in his class.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been so fortunate to find the Co-op! We have loved it from the very beginning. The staff are warm, kind, creative, and playful in all the right ways, and we know that our children are spending time in a loving environment. The nursery has also been incredibly flexible and accommodating with
our changing schedules and family circumstances. We have truly felt like we are in excellent hands, and will be very sad to leave as we move to another part of London.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you Patrick for your kind words and lovely review. We are so happy that you have found our setting a safe and stimulating environment for both your little ones. We will miss them both when that time to move comes. Thank you for your ongoing support always!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been extremely happy and grateful for the care my son has received it’s coming up to 2 years and he has built such great bonds with his peers and teachers. The nursery has great values and it’s reflective in all the children. They are taught great values, kindness, being gentle and I have seen
my son and others display this throughout the two years which is very impressive. Teaching levels are very good and advice always given of what can also be done at home to help your child’s development. The nursery has provided a good start for the school environment but have always provided a warm, caring, safe place for my son and the children! Totally amazing.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you Nordica for your review; we are so grateful for your kind words. I am so glad your experience with us has been positive and you are content with the values we instil in the children within our setting. We really focus on providing stimulating environments and challenging activities for our little pioneers to learn and develop in. We will miss you and little man when he goes to school.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are very happy about Co-op Childcare Day Nursery! The staff are extremely caring and helpful and they really did a great job during the pandemic to support and reassure families. We would definitely recommend it to friends and our daughter loves to go there!

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much Lorenza for your kind review. We are glad that you felt supported through the pandemic. We did our best to ensure our children, families and staff felt supported and safe in our setting.
Thanks again!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would gladly recommend this nursery. The staff and management are always helpful and courteous. They are passionate and caring and truly motivate the children to grow and be kind. Children are genuinely happy in this place. My daughter never wants to miss a day of nursery!

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much Leanna for your kind review. We are so glad that you are happy with the setting and care we provide to your little one. We will miss her when she goes to school!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a very positive experience at the nursery. The staff have always been welcoming and supportive. The most special thing about our experience has been that my son has settled in and has been supported in having bonds and relationships with so many of the staff members there. My son is always
happy and smiling and that's so rewarding to witness.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much Kay for your kind review. Our focus is to ensure all our children and parents get that family feel! So glad you're happy with our services.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really professional and well organised. Our daughter loves the teachers. Really positive feedback.

Reply from Mina Patel, Senior Nursery Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale

Thank you so much for your review. We are happy that you enjoy our service and the stimulating environment we provide for your daughter.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.637)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.637) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.788 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale is calculated as follows: ( (186 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 226 Ratings = 4.788

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.849 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Maida Vale is based on 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 106 number of registered child places is 21.2. 18 Positive Reviews ÷ 21.2 = 0.849

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (10)

Ola

Ola

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2017

BA Honours in Early Childhood Studies (2017).


Amrat

Amrat

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2018

Advanced Certificate in Children's Learning & Development (Level 3).


Emilija

Emilija

Job Title: Room Manager of Little Explorers

Joined: 2005

Pedagogy in Childcare & Early Years (1998)


Nessa

Nessa

Job Title: Nursery Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Co-ordinator || Room Manager of Little Creators 2

Joined: 2014

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice (2009)


Sujata

Sujata

Job Title: Room Manager of Little Adventurers 3

Joined: 2015

NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate For The Early Years Advanced Practitioner (2018).


Alina

Alina

Job Title: Room Manager of Little Creators

Joined: 2022

NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (2021)


Aaliyah

Aaliyah

Job Title: Room Manager of Little Adventurers

Joined: 2023

Cache Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education (Early Years Educator) (2013)


Shirkaela

Shirkaela

Job Title: Room Manager of Little Adventurers 2

Joined: 2019

Level 3 in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) (2017).


Brikena

Brikena

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2022

Administrator - Admissions, Parent Queries Office Based


Saima

Saima

Job Title: Nursery Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Co-ordinator || Room Manager of Little Learners

Joined: 2022

NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (2018).