Little Legs Nursery Colsterworth

Songs, storytelling and small steps towards independence give Little Legs Nursery Colsterworth its character in the May 2023 account of daily life. Children joined songs with babbling, retold stories from pictures and learnt to manage coats, drinks and food for themselves. Everyday routines became opportunities to learn.

The nursery has capacity for 32 children aged 4 to 60 months. At its May 2023 inspection, Ofsted rated the nursery Good, including its education, while identifying improvements needed in support for quieter children and consistency over behaviour.

The early years foundation stage sets the framework for children's learning, development and care: play, conversation and everyday routines support development together. In May 2023, singing and rhymes helped children explore speech, while staff added gestures and unfamiliar words to conversations during play.

Books gave children another way to use language. In May 2023, older children chose stories and used illustrations to create their own retellings. Dinosaurs were among their favourite playthings, and the garden provided space to gather and celebrate one another's achievements. These examples connect communication with activities children enjoyed.

Independence also had practical substance in May 2023. Younger children practised feeding themselves with spoons; older children served food, poured drinks and tackled their outdoor clothing. Staff helped when needed rather than doing each task for them.

In May 2023, children sought comfort from their key person and brought staff things they wanted to share. Staff encouraged turn-taking and explained sharing, while children helped one another with dressing and small care tasks. Familiar relationships supported participation.

At the May 2023 inspection, Ofsted judged safeguarding effective, with staff able to recognise concerns and make referrals, alongside recruitment checks and regular assessments of environmental risks.

Health routines in May 2023 included toothbrushing after lunch, discussion of dental care, sun hats and encouragement to drink water. Parents received app updates covering daily experiences, next steps and ways to support learning at home. Managers also observed staff practice and gave feedback through supervision.

The address is Colster Way, Colsterworth, Nr Grantham, NG33 5JT. The nursery operates throughout the year, closing for bank holidays and one week at Christmas.

In May 2023, session times ran from 7am to 6pm on weekdays. At that date, the nursery provided funded early education for children aged two, three and four, alongside breakfast and after-school care for school-aged children.

• Quieter children. In May 2023, some quieter children missed intended interactions and drifted between activities after snack. Ask how practitioners now help a less assertive child become involved.
• Consistent expectations. In May 2023, children received mixed messages about keeping quiet and singing during lunch. Clear, shared expectations matter when children are learning how to behave together.
• Planning attendance. Year-round opening includes bank-holiday closures and a week at Christmas. At a visit, ask which booking pattern and funded-hours arrangements would fit your family's week.

Little Legs suits families seeking year-round childcare. In May 2023, songs, stories and everyday tasks supported communication and growing independence. Its May 2023 examples are concrete: stories, songs, self-serving and help from a familiar key person. The balance is equally clear: quieter children's participation and consistent behavioural expectations deserve attention alongside those strengths.