Little Rascals Nursery

12 Lonsdale Gardens, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1NU
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  • Little Rascals Nursery, Tunbridge Wells
Little Rascals Nursery is situated in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells.

The nursery is located on Lonsdale Gardens in a beautiful three-storey converted house.

It is located only a short walk from Tunbridge Wells train station.

The nursery is open full-time from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm caring for children aged from 3 months to 5 years.

Staff work with parents to gain information about their child’s learning at home to help children develop a range of skills.

The nursery chef and a paediatric dietician create tasty, healthy meals every day to meet the needs of each age range.

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Care Provided by Little Rascals Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Millie Thompson (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 34
  • Total Places for Children
  • 79
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 3 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 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Rascals Nursery

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Little Rascals Nursery Reviews (131)

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Little Rascals Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.889) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Rascals Nursery has 131 reviews.

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Review from Shanice H (Godmother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My godson absolutely loves Little Rascals, he’s always so happy to tell us all about his day, especially enjoys music time!
Staff are all very friendly all those I have met. Overall we are very happy with this nursery.

Reply from Billie Baillie-McLauchlan, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us this lovely review.


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Review from Shane B (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son always looks like he’s having the best time when I collect him from nursery. I can keep an eye on what he does all day with updates about sleep, meals and playtime. Staff are always polite and friendly when I drop him off and collect him, with a full breakdown of what he’s done and how he’s been.

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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We currently have one child at Little Rascals Nursery and the other at pre-prep. I always wonder what it is that makes life and all the pressure of being a parent easier. Quite simply, it is trusting the people who you give your children to each day. I can honestly say my children are the happiest little
things being in the environment that all the staff provide. They work so very hard and really do care. It’s not an easy job, but they do it with kind words, a smile on their face and the expertise to deal with difficult days. It is a joyful place full of laughter, which I would recommend to all.

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Review from Natasha H (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Little Rascals when he was ten months old, I was dreading leaving him to return to work, but the team made it the most seamless and reassuring experience. We had regular settling-in sessions and Zoom calls so that his key workers could understand his routine and personality. The staff
are so warm, professional and supportive. Almost ten months later, he has a ball every single day with a variety of activities, but most importantly, we’ve been blown away by his personal development. Would absolutely recommend it.

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Review from Nicki W (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My three children have all attended Little Rascals and have all loved it. My youngest is at the nursery, and he’s approaching three but still not talking; however, the support we’ve received from the staff is brilliant. He goes in happy every morning and has such a close bond with his key workers. They
always do such varied play and have different themes each week.

Reply from Sarah Cramp, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased your little one is enjoying all the experiences the nursery has to offer!


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Review from Nicola P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended the nursery and have loved their time there. The staff demonstrate a genuine interest in the wellbeing of the children and it feels a supportive and nurturing environment. As a parent I feel listened to and appreciate the level of feedback which is provided daily. I would
recommend Little Rascals Nursery.

Reply from Sarah Cramp, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review and positive feedback, we are so pleased you find our setting nurturing and supportive to children's wellbeing, this is something the team work really hard to achieve.


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Review from Katharine B (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been at Little Rascals Nursery since he was 11 months old and is now 2.5yrs. I cannot recommend the nursery enough. I would like to take credit for his polite manners and good sharing but it definitely has been embedded in him at nursery from the very start. Our son can be very shy in social
settings but he goes into nursery happily every morning and is always telling me which key worker he wants to give cuddles to that day. For working parents it is so important to fully trust where your child will be spending their days but to also know your child loves going in and knowing they will do all the painting and glitter that you don’t want to do at home makes you feel you are doing all you can for your little one! Thank you to everyone at Little Rascals for all their consistent hard work.

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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started at Little Rascals at 11.5 months and we have seen him progress so well during his time there. The Baby Room team are wonderful, they managed the settling in so well to ensure he was comfortable building up to his full hours, they quickly established a great routine for him around naps
/ eating and the activities they do on a daily basis are really varied meaning every day he comes home worn out from all the fun! I really appreciate the team walking us through his day each evening and they are always willing to take the time to answer any questions. The staff are kind and caring and everyone clearly works really hard to make sure the children are safe, happy, comfortable and always learning new things. Thank you all!

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Review from B C (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one started with the nursery at 6 months old. The team were brilliant, they listened to me and my partner and followed our wishes with her weaning bottle and sleep schedule. As a first time mum, I felt so comfortable entrusting my daughter to the lovely team. She has now transitioned into
the pre-toddler room, where she has come on leaps and bounds. She clearly has a brilliant relationship with her key person and the rest of the staff team, as she spends her evenings and weekends talking away about them. Thanks for all your hard work ladies.

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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been so impressed with Little Rascals Nursery. Our eldest daughter had been attending for over two years and loved it, she now goes to the pre prep which seems to be just as good. Our youngest is currently in the pre toddler room. The staff have been incredible, so caring and engaging with the
children.

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Review from K C (Father of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl is in the Pre Toddler room and is very happy and settled. Her development is coming on leaps and bounds and her confidence and resilience in a variety in experiences outside of nursery, is no doubt down to the nurture and reassurance she is lucky enough to experience when at nursery.


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has a wide repertoire of nursery rhymes thanks to the team, and gets to enjoy many activities we wouldn’t even dream of doing at home!
She often has double portions of fresh cooked meals when at home she can be a bit of a grazer so that is very reassuring.

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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been really pleased with little rascals who have looked after both of our children. The staff are very kind and brilliant with the little ones. Both of our boys have loved coming to little rascals and we’ll be sad to leave.

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Review from Charlotte O (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We could not be more happy with our choice in this nursery! Our son is happy everyday which says it all! Everyone at the nursery makes our son feel special, whilst ensuring good communication with us as parents. The nursery has dealt with the Covid 19 pandemic exceptionally, and although we have only
recently been allowed back inside the building, we feel fully informed of our son’s daily routine and development. Transition through each class has been seemless and fully supported for both child and parent.

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Review from Denise B (Grandmother of Child) published on 29 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I collect my granddaughter twice a week from Little Rascals. I have been very impressed by the professionalism of the friendly staff who deliver her to me.
I’m always informed about her day, food, sleeps, nappy changes etc. but also what she has been doing. If she has had a happy time and they celebrate
her little milestones (such as learning to walk).
I feel she is in good hands at the nursery.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback.


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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is in the baby room and a feisty little character, the wonderful team have been loving and patient with her since starting giving her (and me) lots of reassurance and excellent care while she’s settled in.
We get a detailed handover of her day and I can see she has a lovely relationship
with her key person.
We especially like that the baby room is separate to the under 2’s room so the care is very baby focused, so reassuring that her development is being nurtured accordingly.
Nothing is too much for the lovely, professional managers and the environments are beautiful.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your fantastic review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback.


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Review from Laura K (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Little Rascals beginning of February and is thoroughly enjoying his days here. The staff are absolutely amazing and made the transition from never leaving me, to having full days at the nursery, so easy and stress-free. Thanks to the dedicated team, fun activities and delicious food,
he goes in with a smile and comes out with a bigger one each week. Would highly recommend this friendly, clean and devoted nursery.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted to read your positive feedback about our Nursery.


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Review from Joanna P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy has been going to Little Rascals Nursery since February 2020 and right from the start they have taken such good care of him. He was just one when he started and was quite upset at being left but the staff were so good at comforting him and helping him settle. Now he's older, he goes in
very happily each day and really loves playing in the garden and the fun and messy activities they do. We always feel he's learning lots of new things and he often comes home singing a new song that they have learnt. We're very happy with the nursery.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted to hear how much your son enjoys his time with us.


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Review from Jo N (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are extremely impressed with Little Rascals Nursery. We currently have our 2 year old there who started off in the baby room. The staff are all excellent and the care and patience they all show is really exceptional. Our toddler always comes home happy and is growing in confidence every day, thanks
to the nursery staff. They have fantastic facilities, we would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback on our Nursery.


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Review from Dan W (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Rascals is a great nursery. My son loves going. The staff are very friendly, caring and attentive. Feedback at pick-up is always informative. They offer the children nutritious meals.
He has come on leaps and bounds with his personal and social development and is a lot more confident. Highly
recommend the nursery to others.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your review and kind words, we are delighted to hear how well your son has developed and progressed with us.


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Review from Alex E (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We absolutely love Little Rascals. Our little boy has been so happy there and always comes home having done something fun and different. The staff are brilliant and caring and we would highly recommend them.

Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted to hear how much your son enjoys his time with us.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.889)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.889) out of 10 for Little Rascals Nursery 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 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 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 4.889 for Little Rascals Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (288 Excellents x 5) + (36 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 324 Ratings = 4.889

  • 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 Little Rascals Nursery is based on 27 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 79 number of registered child places is 15.8, which has been reached with 27 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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Meet the Team (3)

Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2011

Sarah has worked at Little Rascals since 2011 and has enjoyed working with all age groups from Babies to Preschool children!


She has a BA (Hons) Degree in Early Years and EYPS (Early Years Professional Status).


Gemma

Gemma

Job Title: Deputy Manager, Health and Safety Coordinator

Joined: 2011

Gemma has worked at Little Rascals since opening in 2011, and has worked her way up from a Nursery Assistant to Deputy Manager!


Gemma gained her Level 3 qualification in Childcare and education as well as IOSH training since starting with Little Rascals and takes the lead on our health and safety measures at the nursery.


Millie

Millie

Job Title: Deputy Manager (Maternity Cover), Third in Charge

Joined: 2019

Millie has worked as a Room Leader for our Under Two room since 2019 and is now covering Maternity Leave as a Deputy Manager, taking the lead on settling in our new children, and monitoring and supporting the team with planning and observations.


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