Business Details
13 Years
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Trusted Childcare Services in Chelmsford
Little Faces Childcare has been providing high-quality childcare in Chelmsford since 2013, offering a home-from-home environment with dedicated, qualified staff. Our facilities cater to children aged 3 months to 4 years, with specialized rooms for each developmental stage and a focus on individualized care. We prioritize safety, flexibility, and educational enrichment through activities like phonics, Spanish lessons, and animal encounters. Our team holds qualifications in paediatric first aid, safeguarding, and autism awareness, ensuring comprehensive care. We offer flexible booking options, including 15-minute increments, to accommodate working families.Our commitment to healthy, home-cooked meals and partnerships with external specialists enhances the children's learning experience. With over a decade of experience, we combine professional expertise with a nurturing approach to support every child's growth. Our affiliations with programs like Sing & Sign and Kidslingo demonstrate our dedication to early education excellence. We maintain transparent communication with parents through online journals and regular updates. Our goal is to provide a secure, stimulating environment where children thrive and parents feel confident in their childcare choice.
Services
Baby Room Care
Tiny Tots Room
Toddler Room
Preschool Preparation
Funded Childcare
Flexible Booking
Home-Cooked Meals
Spanish Classes
Animal Encounters
Mindfulness Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible booking in 15-minute increments between 7:30am and 9:30am.
- All staff are qualified in paediatric first aid and autism awareness.
- We provide home-cooked meals and healthy snacks daily.
- Our affiliated Sing & Sign program supports early communication development.
- We offer extracurricular activities including Spanish lessons and animal encounters.
What people say
Caring staff
Safe environment
Great progress
Home from home
Amazing nursery
Services
Baby Room Care
Our Baby Room provides a serene, homely environment for children aged 3-18 months. With dedicated sleep areas, interactive garden experiences, and weekly Jo Jingles sessions, we ensure personalized care that supports early development. Our qualified staff create a nurturing atmosphere where infants feel secure and stimulated through age-appropriate activities.
Preschool Preparation
Our Preschool Room focuses on preparing children aged 3-4 years for formal education. Through phonics instruction, extracurricular activities, and an inspiring environment overlooking serene fields, we develop essential skills. Weekly Spanish lessons and MiniMe Mindfulness classes enhance learning while fostering confidence and social development for school transition.
Flexible Booking
We offer unparalleled booking flexibility with 15-minute increments between 7:30am-9:30am drop-off and 3:30pm-6pm collection. Parents can create personalized schedules with minimum 7.5-hour daily sessions, plus ad-hoc additions subject to availability, ensuring childcare adapts to working family requirements.
Extracurricular Activities
Our enrichment programs include Kidslingo Spanish classes, Wild Fangs animal encounters, and Sing & Sign sessions. These activities enhance learning through interactive experiences that develop language skills, sensory awareness, and social interaction in a fun, engaging environment tailored to different age groups.
Funded Childcare
We provide 15, 30, and 9-month funded childcare options for eligible families. Our flexible funding arrangements allow spreading hours across 39 or 51 weeks, with additional services available. We guide parents through eligibility checks and application processes to access government-supported childcare solutions.
People
Jane
Owner/Manager
Jane has directed Little Faces Childcare since its 2013 opening. With childcare experience since the 1990s and a Level 4 qualification, she brings extensive management expertise. Her leadership focuses on maintaining high care standards and fostering staff development.
Daniella
Operations Director & SENDCo
Daniella oversees operations with Level 4 and 5 childcare qualifications and SENCO expertise. She specializes in special educational needs, particularly autism spectrum disorders. Her management ensures inclusive practices and tailored support for children with additional needs.
Jade
Deputy Manager
Jade progressed from apprentice to Deputy Manager since joining in 2014. Holding a Level 3 childcare qualification, she demonstrates leadership through her roles as Room Leader and 3rd in Charge. Her career progression reflects commitment to quality childcare provision.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children aged 3 months to 4 years across four specialized rooms: Baby Room (3-18 months), Tiny Tots (18-24 months), Toddler Room (2-3 years), and Preschool Room (3-4 years).
Are meals provided?
Yes, we provide home-cooked meals, snacks, and drinks daily. Our menu includes healthy options and occasional treats for special occasions, meeting children's nutritional needs throughout their stay.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have paediatric first aid, safeguarding, food hygiene, and autism awareness training. Our team includes Level 3-5 qualified childcare professionals with specialized expertise in early years education and special educational needs.
How flexible are your booking options?
Our unique system allows choosing drop-off times in 15-minute increments between 7:30am-9:30am and collection between 3:30pm-6pm, with minimum 7.5-hour daily sessions. Additional hours can be added subject to availability.
Do you offer funded childcare?
Yes, we provide 15-hour, 30-hour, and 9-month funded childcare options for eligible families. Funding can be spread across 39 or 51 weeks, with clear guidance provided to help parents access available support.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain secure premises with controlled access, qualified staff trained in safeguarding, and strict child protection policies. Regular risk assessments and emergency procedures ensure children's safety at all times during their care.
Reviews (5)
Briony Hitchen
Aug 20, 2021
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My eldest has just had his last day at Little Faces and I just wanted to thank and recommend, every person here! This nursery has been amazing from the moment we dropped him off into babies, up until today, ready for school. They consistently go above and beyond in every single thing they do - the parties, the learning, the projects, the games, the adventures and most importantly, the love and support offered to the children. Both of my kids have flourished here. Encouraged,nurtured and fuelled by amazing food, they have loved every second. All the teachers here love the children and live their
Ryan Finch
Feb 24, 2021
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Our daughter has attended this wonderful nursery for the past two and a half years. She absolutely loves it - from the staff, the children, the phonics sessions with Vicky, the reptile sessions with Faik and Jo Jingles with Stella. As parents we have always found the nursery staff accommodating and responsive with any questions. I would have no hesitation recommending this place and we are looking forward to our second daughter starting in the future.
Emily Walton
Feb 19, 2021
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I am so happy that I chose this nursery for my little boy. He started when he was 9 months old and they transitioned him into the baby room so smoothly. He felt comfortable there straight away so that made me feel comfortable. He has been looked after by the most amazing ladies, and he talks about Sophie and Rachel all the time even though he is not in their rooms any more. We particularly loved the toddler room where he went in every day so excited and always knew what he would be doing before he got there. The absolute best thing about Little Faces for me is Daniella the SenCo, who has been amazing
Arren Davey
Feb 11, 2021
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Both my children have been to Little Faces and we couldnt be happier with how they have been cared for. The staff are extremely caring, and take real interest in what the children do, both inside and outside the care setting. They have a strong focus on development, but also ensuring the children and happy and well rounded. The holistic approach has been excellent in preparing both our children for primary school. The management team have been exemplary.
Meals are well balanced, with the odd treat for special occasions :). The setting is beautiful and a safe protective environment. I would
Meals are well balanced, with the odd treat for special occasions :). The setting is beautiful and a safe protective environment. I would
Justine Oakley
Feb 11, 2021
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My daughter is currently at little faces where her development has come on amazingly since starting, the staff are fantastic and so inviting that even when Darcies having a bad morning she spots a member of staff and goes running in. The time and devotion the staff give to the children is something that made me choose this nursery, Darcie is due to start school in September, Im hoping there will be a space for my other daughter to start in September when she turns 2 even tho that will mean travelling across town for a further 2 yrs I feel the benefits to my child are worth the journeys.
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