Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Plympton
Established in Plympton, Little Nippers provides nurturing, seaside-inspired early years education for children aged 0 - 5. Our purpose-built facility features age-specific rooms, extensive outdoor spaces with sensory gardens and play areas, and a curriculum overseen by a Qualified Primary Teacher and Early Years Professional. We prioritise fresh air, structured learning through play, and individualised care, serving healthy meals daily while offering government-funded spaces for eligible families.Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2023, our team of NVQ-qualified staff fosters social, physical, and communicative development through purposeful activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
Services
Early Years Education
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Government-Funded Childcare
Healthy Meal Provision
Sensory Play Areas
Highlights and features
- Experienced NVQ-qualified staff with specialist early years training
- Purpose-built outdoor spaces designed for age-specific learning
- Curriculum overseen by Qualified Primary Teacher and Early Years Professional
- Ofsted 'Good' rating reflecting high-quality childcare standards
- Government-funded spaces available for eligible children aged 9 months4 years
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- The Bristol Standard
What people say
Nurturing staff
Excellent outdoor spaces
Qualified educators
Structured learning
Ofsted 'Good' rating
Services
Early Years Education
Structured learning programmes for children aged 05 following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Delivered by qualified teachers and nursery nurses, focusing on personal, social, and emotional development alongside physical and communication skills through play-based activities.
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Purpose-designed outdoor environments with sensory gardens, adventure trails, and covered play areas. Features include water walls, construction zones, and quiet reading sheds, enabling year-round exploration and physical development in safe, age-appropriate settings.
Government-Funded Childcare
Free childcare spaces available for eligible children aged 9 months to 4 years. Programmes include structured learning sessions and meals, supporting early development while providing financial relief for qualifying families through government funding schemes.
Healthy Meal Provision
Freshly prepared meals and snacks served daily, including breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, and tea. Menus prioritise balanced nutrition to support children's growth and development, accommodating dietary requirements while encouraging healthy eating habits.
Sensory Play Areas
Specialised spaces with tactile resources and heuristic play materials for sensory development. Includes mud kitchens, musical corners, and quiet sensory gardens, designed to stimulate children's senses and encourage exploratory learning through hands-on activities.
People
Caroline
Director
Director with PGCE in Primary MFL, Early Years Professional status, and advanced qualifications in business management and education. Oversees strategic development while maintaining close involvement in daily nursery operations and curriculum implementation.
Leah
Manager
NVQ3-qualified Early Years Manager responsible for term-time operations. Ensures smooth daily running of the nursery, maintaining high care standards and supporting staff development within the Ofsted-rated 'Good' environment.
Holly M
Deputy Manager/SENCO
NVQ3 and NVQ5-qualified professional serving as Deputy Manager and Special Educational Needs Coordinator. Specialises in inclusive practices, ensuring tailored support for children with additional needs across all age groups.
Sophie L
Pre-school Room Leader
NVQ3-qualified Early Years educator leading pre-school room activities. Focuses on preparing children for school through structured phonics sessions, themed learning challenges, and balanced adult-led/child-initiated play experiences.
Shannon
0-2s Room Leader
NVQ3-qualified specialist in infant care, leading the 0-2s room with flexible routines responsive to individual sleeping and feeding needs. Creates nurturing environments for sensory development and early social interaction.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 0–5 years, with dedicated spaces and tailored activities for different developmental stages.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, we provide breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, and tea daily, all included in our standard fees with no additional charges.
Do you offer government-funded childcare places?
Yes, we offer free government-funded spaces for eligible children aged 9 months to 4 years as part of our standard provision.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All rooms are led by NVQ3-qualified nursery nurses, with additional NVQ2 and trainee staff. A Qualified Primary Teacher and Early Years Professional oversee curriculum delivery.
How do you support children's outdoor learning?
Our extensive outdoor spaces include sensory gardens, adventure trails, and covered play areas with resources like water walls and construction zones for year-round exploration.
What is your Ofsted rating?
We were rated 'Good' by Ofsted in our March 2023 inspection, recognising the quality of our childcare provision and staff expertise.
Reviews (7)
Kate Bowden
Sep 13, 2021
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Is a brilliant nursery. staff are very friendly and are brilliant with all age children. I've had 2 children go though the nursery. one from baby age to preschool. staff was great with them. very professional
Caroline Ann
Mar 16, 2020
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Flexibility with child care is important and they provide that flexibility I need as a nurse. The staff are friendly and my daughter enjoys her time at the nursery even ask if she is going when not booked in.
Felicity Green
May 29, 2019
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A lovely welcoming nursery run by truly awesome staff, my son loves attending and I feel extremely confident leaving him in their care. Would highly recommend them.
Charlotte Tickner
Jul 26, 2017
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I was slightly nervous introducing my daughter to nursery full time, but the staff their have been absolutely great. I would definitely recommend little Nippers to anyone! So helpful and supportive, my daughter has enjoyed every single day and always comes home with a smile on her face. Nearly 2 years on and my daughter has grown in confidence, willing to try new foods and loves making new friends. I couldn't rate you more, thank you so much
Becky Oliver
Jun 19, 2015
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Little Nippers is a fantastic nursery! Our son has been there for 4.5 years and has thoroughly enjoyed his time there. Being a new mum and leaving my six month old so I could return to work was very daunting… but the staff made the whole process so much easier for me. The staff are amazing with the children and work so hard. I feel like they have been an extension to our family. Would highly recommend them!
Carley Hall
Jun 19, 2015
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Little nippers is fantastic, my daughter absolutely loves it here and adores all the staff. My daughter has additional needs and has been having ongoing assessments for the past 3 years, Caroline and all the staff have been so supportive and have even given up their own time to attend training workshops to help support Emma. We are going to miss this place and all the girls so much when we leave in August xxxx
Rachel Watson
Jun 18, 2015
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I love this home from home nursery both my boys have loved it here and I'm staff and love it o have never worked it a place where we all work so well together I love my little nipper family xxxx
