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 Rheannon S (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at this nursery for a little under two years. From transferring from babies to toddlers and now preparing for transfer to preschool the nursery has been incredible.
I am a nurse and work shifts, the management are fantastic if I ever need to a swap one of her set days if I give
them enough notice.
My daughter struggled with her speech and they were brilliant with getting her referred to a specialist team which have helped her massively.
The variety of activities they do with the children is great and they do workshops where parents can also attend. The staff are so caring and supportive and my daughter thoroughly enjoys going! The food they provide is also great.
Since attending The Little School House my daughter has come on leaps and bounds and I would recommend this nursery to anyone!

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

Your kind words and recognition of the hard work staff put into caring and educating the children in our nursery will be a tonic for staff to read. Thank you.


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Review from Chloe (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at School House have helped my very clingy daughter settle in. They have been very patient with her and have helped her to build confidence. She’s gone from crying on and off all day to waving me off at the door.

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

Thank you for the lovely review. We are delighted you are so happy with the Nursery.


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Review from A I (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had two children at this nursery for around two years. They love going and have both settled really well. The staff are very friendly, caring, patient and enthusiastic. I feel confident that my children are well cared for and have lots of fun with their friends. The nursery has helped them develop
new skills. There is a nice outdoor play area and lots to do indoors too. The nursery staff have worked really hard through coronavirus restrictions and always try to accommodate extra sessions or swapping days if we need them. I have been really impressed with how the staff handle difficult tantrums and support with potty training in a child-centred way. I would definitely recommend it.

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

Thank you for the recognition of all the hard work our staff put in. We really appreciate it.


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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I was very apprehensive about sending my first to nursery, on my visit it was clear that The Little School House would be a great fit for my child. The staff are friendly, caring and nurturing. They have lots of activities and my child always brings home something fun and creative. They give you all
the details of the days' activities, so you always feel you have an insight into what they are doing and the next steps. They have also coped extremely well over this stressful time and remained in regular contact. Highly recommend.

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

Many thanks for your recommendation. It means a lot to us.


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Review from Shelli M (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son currently attends and he loves going to nursery, he has come on so much, since he started attending he's become such a clever outgoing little boy. He absolutely adores his teachers he speaks about them a lot when he's at home and he has made lots of little friends.

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

Thank you for your lovely five-star review. We are very grateful for your kind words.


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Review from Becky K (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing nursery and staff. Cannot praise them enough. My daughter has been here 2 years now and she's come on so much! To say she was non-verbal/not walking when she started, to now when all she does is chatter about her day, her friends and her teachers. Honestly is the best nursery. Coped
with the Pandemic brilliantly, and have procedures in place to keep everyone as safe as can be.

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

Thank you for such kind and supportive words. It really is great when staff are appreciated for all their hard work.


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Review from Stephanie (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2-year-old daughter started in October and she absolutely loves it! She bonded with staff really quickly! The app is amazing and I look forward to seeing and reading what she's been doing all day! Anything you need nursery support you! Really friendly and welcoming! My little one before starting
would cry if I left her anywhere but when going to nursery she walks straight in without a single tear!

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

We are so pleased that your daughter has settled so well and that you feel so confident with the Nursery and Staff. That is always our goal. Thank you.


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Review from Nadine B (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been so happy with the care that our daughter has been given at The Little School House. She was a little unsure at first, but she now waves us off at the door, and we can always tell that she’s had such a lovely day. The staff are fantastic and we love that our daughter is always so busy and
spends so much time playing outside.

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

Thank you for your lovely kind words about the nursery.


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Review from Lesley M (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Since my daughter started last year she has flourished in her speaking and loves going to nursery every week. The staff are very nice and pass on any issues. I especially like the new app where I can see what my child has been doing at nursery and the progress she is making. Looking forward to seeing
her flourish more in preschool from September.

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Review from E J S (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has just left to go to school after spending two years here. We were very sad to say bye to all the lovely staff. They are always so welcoming. The male nursery officer is great with all the children and made big efforts to get to know my child. My son loves him and is still talking about him
now, it is lovely for them to have a male role model. The staff did a graduation ceremony for all the children leaving to go to school and the nursery has a new app which lets me see all the fun things he did during the day.
Thank you Little School House for always caring for my son while I wasn’t there.

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Review from Lindsey H (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter first started in the baby room at nine months old. As a mum leaving your child for the first time it was extremely hard, but the staff were amazing with me and my daughter.
She has worked her way through the toddler room and is now in preschool and I can't tell you how much I am grateful
for the Little School House team for keeping her safe and happy through her first few years.
The team are fantastic at tracking your child's development and keeping you updated with their findings. They are extremely approachable and friendly and you can tell they genuinely love their jobs.
The parent app is fantastic as you get through little updates and photos of what they have been doing.
They are flexible too with their hours.
I can't recommend this place enough.

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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at the nursery at nine months old, the staff are friendly and welcoming every morning and fill me in about my daughter's day and how she is settling in. She is always happy when turning up and goes to staff without issue. They work with you on any issues you may be having with your
child and make you feel supported.

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Review from Richard L (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has settled into nursery brilliantly with the support of the baby room staff! They always give good feedback about her day and any other useful information they feel we need to be aware of, e.g chicken pox going around the nursery and signs to watch out for. They also use a great app that
lets me see her development and what she's been doing at nursery while I'm at work.

Reply from Carlette Sarayreh at The Little School House Nursery & Preschool

Thank you - glad you like the new App.


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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been at this nursery for over a year now, she settled really quickly and bonded very well with all staff. Staff are very caring and always give me good updates of her day. The nursery now use a new app which lets me see photos of what she’s been doing. As I work shifts the nursery
is very flexible around my shift pattern and is always there to help.
I would recommend this nursery to everyone.

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Review from Taf (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have now had two children attend this nursery and can't recommend it enough! All the staff are lovely and so good with the children. My toddler adores them and is so happy there. Great nursery!

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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in 2014, she was 10 months old. It has been so lovely getting to know the staff over the last (nearly) 4 years.
The staff have cared for and loved my daughter so well. She's sociable, outgoing and loves making new friends and I know that nursery has played a big part in who she
is now.
They have a lovely outdoor play area which my daughter always wishes they could use more. I think they use it once in the morning and once in the afternoon unless it's raining.
There has been very little movement in staff whilst we've been using the nursery which I think is a good sign and the consistency is great for the children.
They've just changed the menu recently, but it's all home cooked, vegetarian food.
Some toys, resources and equipment is looking a bit tired but I have seen some things being replaced over the past few months. I'm not aware of any ICT learning with my daughter so I think that is an area that could be built on.

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Review from Joanne C (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I LOVE The Little School House. Both my 2 year old son and 8 month old baby girl attend and I am extremely happy with the level of care and attention both of my children receive.
Every member of staff knows both of my children well and they are both extremely happy there. My son particularly has flourished
under the care of the staff and he regularly chats about them at home.
Aside from caring for my children, the nursery is extremely well run. I am also really grateful for how flexible the nursery is, often taking the children at short notice or allowing me to swap days around to best suit our family. The food is great, I love the special workshops I can attend as a parent - it’s just a brilliant nursery.

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Review from I M (Mother of Child) published on 21 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our daughter loves the nursery and all the staff., especially the guinea pigs. She gets so excited every morning because she knows we are going to the nursery. Staff are always very friendly and caring. They show lots of interest in our daughter. The nursery is very flexible with hours. I would for
sure recommend the nursery to any parents.

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Review from Kirsty S (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended since she was 2 years old..its her last day today. I have nothing but praise for the little school house and all its staff. She has thoroughly enjoyed her time there. Her dad and I have been extremely happy in the knowledge she is safe and cared for. She has had some speech
and hearing problems and when we informed them of this they worked with her to help her progress to where she is now. When she had her grommets fitted and wasn't very good with all the new level of noise they understood and comforted her if it became too much. They helped her with her speech and she now talks the ear off anyone who will listen. My daughter is a fussy eater but at nursery eats almost everything they serve so it must be good!!! I'm sorry that she is leaving there but times have progressed and it's time for school...an adventure she is more than ready for thanks to everyone there.

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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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