Little Explorers Nursery and Pre-school Ltd

Summary of outcome

All early years providers must meet the legal requirements in the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, which you can find at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2. If we find that a provider is not meeting the requirements, we can take action to ensure they put matters right.

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Summary of outcome

On 09 January 2026, 13 January 2026, 14 January 2026, 27 January 2026, 30 January 2026, 03 February 2026, 09 February 2026, 18 February 2026, 19 February 2026, 26 February 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures, key person, staff: child ratios, special educational needs, and health safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment.

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Summary of outcome

On 23 January 2026 and 24 February 2026, the provider notified us about matters relating to safeguarding policies and procedures, staff: child ratios, health and safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment. The notification means that the provider met their legal responsibility as set out in the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage to notify Ofsted of significant events.

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Summary of outcome

On 10 March 2026, we carried out a regulatory visit. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We have served a welfare requirements notice. This is a legal notice that requires the provider to take the actions below within the timescales set out. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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n improve and strengthen the entry procedures to ensure that only authorised individuals are permitted to enter the building n ensure that risk assessments are used effectively to help staff identify and remove hazards across the setting, including securing doors in a way that prevents children from leaving unnoticed

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n ensure there is effective oversight and coaching systems in place, so that staff practice is regularly monitored and gaps in knowledge are identified and addressed promptly

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n implement systems that identify and respond to staff wellbeing concerns, including pressures that affect morale and the quality of practice

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n ensure that the premises are cleaned to a safe and hygienic standard each day, across all areas of the setting

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n ensure that allergy and dietary information is recorded clearly, accurately and in a format that staff can follow confidently

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n ensure that all staff understand and follow intimate care expectations, that are align with safeguarding policies and procedures

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n ensure that all complaints and concerns are recorded and responded to in line with statutory requirements.

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Summary of outcome

On 13 April 2026, the provider responded to the actions set. We found that the provider had improved the security of the premises, with new systems in place and increased staff vigilance to ensure only authorised individuals can access the nursery. Risk assessment processes had been strengthened, and staff training had been implemented to improve their knowledge and understanding of hazards. This includes ensuring there are effective procedures in place, to ensure children cannot leave unnoticed.

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The provider had enhanced oversight and monitoring arrangements. Leaders now carry out regular checks on staff practice, using findings to identify concerns early, improvements in safeguarding, staff wellbeing and the quality of the provision.

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Summary of outcome

The provider had introduced staff wellbeing systems, enabling leaders to identify pressures promptly and respond with practical support. Staff report feeling more listened to and better supported. Cleanliness and hygiene standards had improved significantly. Daily cleaning routines are now in place, and leaders had taken steps to ensure all areas of the nursery are maintained to a safe and hygienic standard.

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The provider had strengthened allergy and dietary procedures. Information is now recorded clearly, consistently and in a format that staff can follow confidently, reducing the risk of error. Complaints and concerns are now recorded and responded to, in line with statutory requirements. Leaders had implemented clearer processes to ensure timely action, appropriate follow-up, and improved oversight of concerns and themes.

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The provider had introduced a dedicated space to provide a safe, hygienic and private area for intimate care routines. This has improved dignity for children and strengthened safeguarding policies and procedures. Staff had received training linked to intimate care, allergy management and risk assessments. Leaders had ensured staff understand expectations and can now apply procedures confidently in practice.

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These improvements help to keep children safe and experience a more consistent quality of care. Staff are more confident in their roles, and the environment is now more organised, hygienic and responsive to children's needs.

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On 8 and 10 June 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment, and staff: child ratios. On 12 June 2026, the provider notified us about matters relating safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment, and staff: child ratios. The notification means that the provider met their legal responsibility as set out in the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage to notify Ofsted of significant events.

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On 2 July 2026, we carried out a regulatory visit. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We have served a welfare requirements notice. This is a legal notice that requires the provider to take the actions below within the timescales set out. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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n ensure that leaders with governance demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of their roles and responsibilities and have sufficient oversight across the setting

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n ensure staff have a secure understanding of the setting's accident and injury procedures, and these are followed consistently.

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On 23 July 2026, the provider responded to the actions set. We found that the provider had strengthened governance arrangements across the nursery. They had implemented effective systems to monitor the quality of the provision. Leaders had introduced regular quality assurance activities, strengthened oversight of safeguarding and staff practice. They used monitoring tools to identify concerns early, to drive for continuous improvement. Leaders maintained an increased presence within the nursery to support staff, monitor practice and ensure improvements were embedded. This helps to ensure children receive consistently safe, and high-quality care.

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The provider had also strengthened staff knowledge and understanding of the nursery's accident and injury procedures. Leaders had implemented additional training and regular checks of staff knowledge, to ensure procedures are understood and consistently followed. Accident recording and analysis had been improved to identify trends. This helps to keep children safe and promotes their wellbeing.

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We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised. The provider is still registered with Ofsted

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints made against childminders, home childcarers and childcare providers where we or the provider have taken action in order to meet legal requirements.

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints on our website for a period of five years.

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Publication of complaints

For further information about the complaints process please view the Concerns and complaints about childminders and childcare providers leaflet .

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