The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Cobnar Road, Woodseats, Sheffield S8 8QB
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  • The Little School House Nursery & Preschool, Sheffield
The Little School House Nursery offers flexible childcare and education in beautiful premises on the edge of Graves Park in Woodseats. Children flourish in this warm and caring environment under the guidance and supervision of caring and well-qualified professionals.

There are excellent indoor and outdoor facilities, with all-weather play surfaces in the garden area. Quality and varied resources ensure they are able to meet children's individual needs as they are encouraged to develop at their own pace.

They have strong links with local feeder schools, which ensures a smooth transition from preschool to 'big' school. Part of the well reputed Early Years Care & Education Ltd, group of nurseries.

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Care Provided by The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Bethany Softley (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 14
  • Total Places for Children
  • 62
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Funding & Fees Guide for The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

  • All fees are charged at the same rate across all ages - clear hourly rate.
    Standard hourly rate published on our website and brochure for transparency


    Funding is available currently for 2, 3 and 4 year old and will be available from Sept 24 for babies

The Little School House Nursery & Preschool Reviews (59)

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The Little School House Nursery & Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Little School House Nursery & Preschool has 59 reviews.

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Review from Marc T (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started in April 2024. Attending The Little School House has been a great start to his development in life and that's thanks to everyone at The Little School House.
All the staff are outstanding, friendly and great with the kids.
We feel fortunate that we have been able to send our son to
The Little School House.

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son recently started back after summer holidays (7 weeks) and he had a bit of a tough time the first few days, getting used to going again but all the staff are lovely and have really helped him transition into preschool. My son has really come out of his shell since starting there and he really
enjoys going, his confidence has grown too. The facilities are great for the children too. Really happy, thank you!

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for the lovely review and we are pleased you are happy with the Nursery.


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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend this nursery enough. My daughter went from being 6 months and stayed with up until she left to start 'big school'. The carers of the nursery became family and my child always skipped into her setting. Not once did I have tears because she didn't want to go. The efforts this nursery
put into her Graduation were second to none. The ceremony, the T-shirts, the play centre party, it's just always been above and beyond and I cannot wait for my 6 month old son to start in a couple of months.

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for such kind words. It means a lot to myself and the staff to read such lovely comments.


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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a lovely, welcoming nursery. The staff are approachable, friendly and are genuinely invested in my daughter. Communication is also great and responses to any queries are dealt with quickly. My daughter has settled in well, responds to staff and is happy to be at nursery. I would highly recommend
this nursery to others.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to review our lovely nursery.


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Review from Helen S (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have a son who has just left to start school (he attended pre-school) and our daughter is currently in the baby room (and has been since 9 months old).
From start to finish, our children receive great care! Every single member of staff is so kind and friendly and have had a positive impact on our
children. The nursery truly care about the children on their care and we would highly recommend the nursery to others

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

We are honoured to be trusted to have siblings of our children come to us as it shows the faith parents have in our Nursery - Thank you


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Review from Alex G (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff have been amazing with my daughter, and my daughter has come on loads since starting in baby room (now in pre school). Staff are very professional and caring and I am confident my daughter is in the best care when she's there.

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for taking time to write a lovely review


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Review from Matthew S (Father of Child) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery! Our son recently graduated and he loved his time their. Staff are incredibly friendly and professional. We had no doubts about sending our 9 month old there as well. Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Paige Caudwell, Acting manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you so much for the recommendation of our Nursery - we are very grateful :)


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Review from Charlotte B (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very professional and friendly staff, I would highly recommend sending your child to this nursery. My second child will be attending when old enough. Sending my little boy here has developed him massively.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review.


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Review from Nicola M (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What an incredibly lovely nursery! My 19-month-old son started in November 2022. The staff in the baby room were so very welcoming and supportive to him, and us, from day 1. He struggled a bit to start with, especially with napping, and the staff worked so closely with us to try everything - all now
resolved! He also had a serious milk allergy and as all the food is homemade they were able to make sure he still had lovely tasty food even though it was often different to the other children.
He absolutely loves going in every day and walks in so confidently. He adores his keyworker and all the staff in the baby room. The staff really seem to love every child and really want to know how they are at drop off and do brilliant handovers so you feel you have really spent the day with them yourself.
He has learned so many new words and ideas there and come on massively with his physical confidence. We cannot recommend this highly enough!

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to compliment the staff and nursery in your lovely review, we very much appreciate it.


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Review from H L (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We’re really happy with the Little School House Nursery. The rooms and outdoor spaces are so well cared for and lots of varied things to do. The staff are so professional and friendly. They genuinely really enjoy looking after the children and have helped us so much in settling my little one into the
nursery.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for your lovely review of our nursery.


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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been attending for about 18 months. He really enjoys it there and we feel that all his educational/developmental needs are being met. The team are very friendly and personable, we definitely feel like he’s loved and cared for whilst there.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for your kind review - our staff definitely are passionate about what they do at The Little School House.


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Review from V S (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending here since he was 9 months old and now nearly 3. He will continue to remain at the nursery for preschool. I genuinely couldn’t be happier with the care and attention given and my son absolutely loves attending 3 days a week! Thank you for being as flexible and accommodating
as you can with my shift pattern. The staff really do care and help to allow your child to thrive!

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for your kind words that really boost morale for staff when they see such appreciation.


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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is transitioning into Preschool from Toddler room. The staff have been fantastic supporting his emotional well-being through this period. The Toddler room, Preschool and Management have been reassuring me that he is ready and why he is ready for this next step. The team have persevered distracting
him and ensuring he is having an enjoyable experience and he now asks if he can come into Preschool and is settling into the routine and room. I can't recommend the Nursery and Preschool enough, we have had a fantastic experience throughout and are looking forward to our final year at The Little School House.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you for your lovely review, it is very uplifting for staff to read such kind words.


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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has attended this nursery since he was 9 months old. He is now about to leave for primary school.
The little school house has been nothing less than amazing. They have been so accommodating.
My child had trouble speaking and keeping attention with certain activities. The staff at little school
house worked really hard with him on this and he has come on leaps and bounds.
I honestly cannot recommend this nursery enough!
Special shout out to six members of staff in particular.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you so much for your lovely review - it will be hard to pick out which 6 as we think they are all amazing!


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Review from Kimberley S (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to this nursery since I went back to work after maternity leave, he has been in each room from babies to toddlers and now preschool. He absolutely loves it and the food especially, the menu is incredible. He has also grown so much as a person, couldn’t ask for a better nursery
for my son, would highly recommend and he’s already asking when is he going back after the summer break, he can’t get enough of The Little School House.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

We are so grateful for your lovely review - thank you.


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Review from Olly D (Father of Child) published on 1 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has attended The Little School House since she was 10 months old, and she's about to enter her last year in preschool. We've been extremely happy at all points with the care and education she's received; the staff are knowledgeable, attentive, and caring. My wife and I are special school
teachers so we know all about good (and bad!) practice when it comes to supporting child development. The manager and her team are exceptional, and we're so glad to have found the nursery.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

What a lovely endorsement from fellow professionals, thank you.


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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves coming to nursery, the staff always make her feel special by showing they are excited to see her. The staff are great at communication, and always keep us updated on her routine throughout the day. I feel my daughter's development has been aided by the encouragement of the staff. They
are always doing fun activities with the kids, and management go above and beyond what I expected in terms of answering my queries. They are also very vigilant with allergens and dietary requirements, and safeguarding of the kids from what I’ve seen.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

The staff genuinely are happy to see the children and we love watching them develop under our care, thank you for your lovely review.


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Review from Nathan H (Father of Child) published on 1 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl attends here and she skips in there with a massive smile on her face, the staff are brilliant with her, a go to nursery for anyone. The nursery is a very warm and welcoming place, keep up the hard work for all involved, be sad to leave.

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

We always feel sad to see children moving on to the next stage of 'big school' but are equally as proud to see the progression they will have made
Thank you for your lovely review.


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Review from Waseem S (Father of Child) published on 1 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic day nursery, the staff are unbelievable and so friendly, my twin girls' faces light up every time we pull up to nursery and they see the staff at handover. Couldn’t recommend them enough, keep it up girls, you all do an amazing job!

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you so much for your amazing review - all staff are grateful for such lovely comments.


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Review from Rebecca G (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My middle daughter attended The Little School House Nursery & Preschool who is now 10. My youngest daughter now attends The Little School House as I know how amazing it is. She started in the baby room and is now in preschool. They always keep me updated with my daughter's progress. Always helpful
and willing to help in any way they can. I wouldn’t take my children to any other Nursery/Preschool. Keep up the good work. You're all amazing

Reply from Beth Softley, Manager at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Reading such lovely reviews gives the staff a big boost knowing their daily efforts have been recognised - thank you so much.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.925)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10 for The Little School House Nursery & Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.925 for The Little School House Nursery & Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (233 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 252 Ratings = 4.925

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Little School House Nursery & Preschool is based on 21 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 62 number of registered child places is 12.4, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that The Little School House Nursery & Preschool accepts?

The Little School House Nursery & Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Little School House Nursery & Preschool Open?

The Little School House Nursery & Preschool is open: Monday 07:00-19:00, Tuesday 07:00-19:00, Wednesday 07:00-19:00, Thursday 07:00-19:00, Friday 07:00-19:00.

How many Children does The Little School House Nursery & Preschool have capacity for?

The Little School House Nursery & Preschool has capacity for a total of 62 Children.

How far is The Little School House Nursery & Preschool to the centre of Sheffield?

2.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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