Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Hythe
At Little Explorers Hythe, we are committed to providing exceptional childcare and early years education, fostering a nurturing environment where children thrive. Owned by two experienced qualified teachers and managed by a highly skilled team, our nursery offers a stimulating space designed to support holistic development. Our approach aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring high standards in learning, development, and care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With a focus on individual needs, we provide spacious indoor and outdoor facilities, including dedicated rooms for different age groups, a sensory area, and a newly landscaped garden. Communication with parents is prioritised through daily interactions and our online 'Famly' platform, enabling transparency and engagement in your child's journey.Recognised by Ofsted for exceptional child behaviour and care, we aim to create a seamless transition from home to nursery, preparing children for school with confidence and creativity. Our team, comprising qualified educators and practitioners, delivers tailored activities that promote independence, physical skills, and social-emotional growth. We offer funded places for eligible children and maintain flexible hours to accommodate family needs, operating 50 weeks a year. Safety, inclusivity, and a commitment to lifelong learning underpin our ethos, ensuring every child feels valued and inspired.
Services
Childcare Services
Early Years Education
Funded Places
Sensory Play Area
Outdoor Learning Garden
Highlights and features
- Experienced qualified teachers and practitioners with over 20 years of combined expertise in early years education.
- Ofsted-recognised exceptional child behaviour and care standards.
- Daily parent communication via the 'Famly' digital platform for real-time updates.
- Spacious, purpose-designed indoor and outdoor facilities for holistic development.
- Flexible 50-week operation with funded places for eligible children.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Exceptional child behaviour
Stimulating outdoor garden
Experienced qualified teachers
Excellent parent communication
Well-resourced facilities
Services
Childcare Services
Our childcare services cater to children aged 3 months to 5 years, offering a secure and engaging environment. We provide structured routines, nutritious meals, and age-appropriate activities to support physical, social, and cognitive development. Our qualified team ensures individualised care and seamless transitions between home and nursery.
Early Years Education
Aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), our curriculum fosters learning through play. Children engage in activities promoting literacy, numeracy, creativity, and problem-solving. Our focus on independence prepares them for school while tracking progress through personalised assessments and parent collaboration.
Sensory Play Area
The sensory room features interactive resources like fibre-optic lighting, bubble tubes, and tactile surfaces. Designed to calm and stimulate, it supports sensory development, emotional regulation, and imaginative play for children of all ages and abilities.
Outdoor Learning Garden
Our landscaped garden includes a mud kitchen, sandpit, play equipment, and growing areas. Children explore nature, develop motor skills, and engage in creative outdoor play. Waterproof suits and wellies are provided for all-weather exploration.
Parent Communication
We use the 'Famly' platform for real-time updates, including photos, videos, and daily logs. Parents receive instant notifications about their child's activities, meals, and milestones, fostering transparency and active involvement in their learning journey.
People
Georgie
Owner
Georgie holds a BA (Hons) in Primary Education with Qualified Teaching Status. With over 20 years of experience in early years education, she co-founded Little Explorers Hythe to provide exceptional childcare rooted in her passion for early childhood development.
Nicola
Owner
Nicola, a qualified teacher with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education, brings extensive expertise in early years education. She co-founded Little Explorers Hythe to create a nurturing environment where children develop confidence and foundational skills for school.
Michelle
Manager
Michelle manages the nursery with a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care. Her leadership ensures adherence to EYFS standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and staff development to maintain high-quality care.
Lilly
Deputy Manager
Lilly, a Level 3 CACHE Diploma holder, oversees daily operations in her role as Deputy Manager and SENDCo. She ensures inclusive practices and tailored support for children with additional needs, promoting equality and individual growth.
Vanessa
Qualified Teacher
Vanessa, a graduate of Canterbury Christ Church University College with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, contributes her teaching expertise to curriculum design and staff training, ensuring educational excellence across all nursery rooms.
Questions
What are your opening hours?
We are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, 50 weeks a year, excluding bank holidays and a two-week Christmas closure.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide Government-funded early education places for eligible children from 9 months old, managed by our experienced team.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the 'Famly' app for real-time updates, including photos, videos, and daily logs, alongside face-to-face meetings and progress tracking.
What facilities do you have for outdoor play?
Our landscaped garden features a mud kitchen, sandpit, play equipment, and growing areas. Children enjoy all-weather exploration with provided waterproof gear.
Is the nursery Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are Ofsted-registered, with inspectors praising our exceptional child behaviour, care standards, and commitment to the Early Years Foundation Stage.
What age groups do you cater for?
We support children aged 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages and a sensory area for all ages.
Reviews (7)
Mel Redwood
Oct 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Such a wonderful team and the most welcoming atmosphere which puts you at ease starting your little ones on their journey of learning. Impressed with the cleanliness but without taking away from the fun feel. Highly recommend
Such a wonderful team and the most welcoming atmosphere which puts you at ease starting your little ones on their journey of learning. Impressed with the cleanliness but without taking away from the fun feel. Highly recommend
Katie Thomas
Oct 24, 2021
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Such a lovely nursery my daughter went here since she was 9 months and could not fault them such lovely caring staff my daughter has now gone to school but always talks about nursery and how she misses it.
The Cable Tie Technician
Oct 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness
My daughter has just left the nursery for primary school after attending little explorers from 9 months old, an amazing nursery with staff that genuinely care about your child's development, would highly recommend to anyone.
My daughter has just left the nursery for primary school after attending little explorers from 9 months old, an amazing nursery with staff that genuinely care about your child's development, would highly recommend to anyone.
Lyndsey Marriner
Sep 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
I'm so impressed with the attention to detail at this nursery, in terms of the children's learning and activities provided for them. Highly professional staff, managers and the owners are fantastic. My daughter loves it here and I'm so pleased with the service we have received so far. Thanks again.
I'm so impressed with the attention to detail at this nursery, in terms of the children's learning and activities provided for them. Highly professional staff, managers and the owners are fantastic. My daughter loves it here and I'm so pleased with the service we have received so far. Thanks again.
Georgina King
Sep 10, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Very good professional nursery. Friendly and helpful, would highly recommend!
Very good professional nursery. Friendly and helpful, would highly recommend!
Courtney Stevens
Feb 26, 2018
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Little Explorers have been fantastic with my daughter have helped & supported us so much Would highly recommened to anyone xx
Chelci Marsh
Nov 14, 2017
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When my son first started he wasn't a very good eater but little explorers has worked miracles with him, he's blossomed into such a beautiful and kind young boy with the help from this nursery I couldn't thank them enough, I'm extremely sad he won't be going back due to moving away but I could recommend them enough. Thankyou so much,
