The Little Academy Day Nursery

Tillotson Road, Off Headstone Lane, Harrow HA3 6PS
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  • The Little Academy Day Nursery, Harrow
The Little Academy is a private day nursery and pre-school for babies and children aged from three months to five years.

The nursery is committed to providing excellent standards of childcare and pre-school education, following the government curriculum.
The Little Academy offers a safe, caring, loving and stimulating environment where the children are encouraged to develop and explore.
Their aim is to ensure that by the time your child reaches school age they are confident, secure and able to achieve their own goals.

The nursery provides a safe and secure outside play area in which they reinforce the 7 areas of development.
The onsite cook provides healthy and nutritiously balanced meals to suit all dietary requirements and weaning styles.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • The Little Academy Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Leanne Berryman (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

The Little Academy Day Nursery Reviews (61)

9.9

The Little Academy Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.905) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Little Academy Day Nursery has 61 reviews.

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Review from S M (Father of Child) published on 3 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to give an outstanding review.
Management are always present, very responsive and extremely friendly.
Teaching staff have ensured our child has excelled in her development from the moment she started at the nursery.
The staff provide a full and comprehensive feedback when we go and
collect our child. The biggest plus point is that our daughter is happy and there has not been a single day when she has not wanted to attend the nursery and she comes home complimenting the staff.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for such a wonderful review regarding the nursery and the care that your little one receives. We are grateful for your positive feedback.
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Review from G D (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Little Academy has been the second home for my 2 kids. My eldest started during the pandemic and the nursery has always been exceptionally the best nursery for all stages of my children's growth and development. My kids were guided with kindness, respect and belongingness as they grow from baby
- toddler - preschool. This always kept confidence and assurance in our hearts, as parents that our kids in The Little Academy. You play a big role in moulding my kids to be kind people.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words and lovely review of our nursery, kindness is what this world needs and we are lucky we get to teach our little ones just how important kindness is.
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Review from Mark W (Father of Child) published on 24 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending the nursery since January 2023 and has had a wonderful experience at The Little Academy. We were worried about him moving nurseries but the way the staff team supported our little boy with settling in and getting to really know him felt really personal to us. All of his key
persons have gone above and beyond and we love the updates we receive. He has made improvements in all areas of development and we couldn't be happier with his progress. The app provides us with regular updates, photos and videos of what he gets up to whilst he spends his time here and the nursery communication between themselves and parents is always consistent. Thank you for providing such an inspiring and enriching environment for our child's early education. Highly recommend!
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your review and providing such positive feedback.
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Review from Faraaz K (Father of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending The Little Academy now for 1 year and 8 months and honestly was one of the best decisions we have made. We were worried at first about leaving her but although she had a slow start, the staff kept calm with her and she has blossomed over time and she now loves to go to
nursery and has made many friends whom she talks about at home all the time. The staff have been so amazing and taken care of our angel so well. She has a variety of food which has helped her discover her taste buds. She has learnt so much and picked up a lot of knowledge which has made us very proud of her. The staff have been incredible this past year. I would highly recommend The Little Academy to all parents to send their kids.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to provide this review for us, we appreciate all of your lovely feedback.
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Review from B R (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful, caring staff and welcoming environment. They give updates daily on how the day went for the kids which helps us know about their day and gives reassurance. We love The Little Academy. Thanks.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for providing this review, it is a pleasure to have your family at The Little Academy.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel confident in leaving my child at the nursery, knowing she will be well looked after for the day. Staff are so good with her and she even talks about the staff when she gets home. I would highly recommend it, and this nursery will give your child a good foundation to progress successfully in school.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words and leaving us this review.
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Review from Mihaela S (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I really like this nursery for my son, he is really happy there and enjoying every moment. He will be sad in September because he leaves. The staff really friendly and kind. I can’t wait for my daughter to start the nursery here as well. Thank you to all the team from nursery.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your review, we look forward to your little one joining us too.
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Review from Molly P (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have tried previous childcare settings which weren’t quite the right fit and so was anxious of how my son would get on. The Little Academy is a fantastic setting and totally put my worries at ease! All staff are extremely helpful, kind, friendly, understanding and supportive. My son adores his key
worker and the other staff in the toddler room. They do a variety of activities each day and spend time in the garden which my son loves! It’s been lovely to see how my little one's social skills have developed since he has been in their care. I am kept fully up to date on how my son is doing via the app during the day with pictures and comments and during handovers. If you are looking for a warm environment where you can feel your child is being truly cared for, I would highly recommend paying them a visit!
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for providing this review, we are so happy that we can reassure and support you during your little ones' journey.
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Review from Seema H (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at The Little Academy Day Nursery for over 2 years and it's been such a positive journey. We're incredibly thankful for the wonderful care she receives. The staff are amazing and clearly love what they do. She's always happy and learning, enjoying her time and making friends. Her
favourite? Definitely painting! Plus, I love hearing all about her day when she comes home.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words, we are thrilled you have had and are continuing to have a positive journey with us.
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Review from Konstantina S (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has created a very loving and caring environment while keeping it stimulating and good for learning. The food and snacks provided are apparently very yummy and my daughter is eating everything on most days. We also appreciate the updates given by staff when we pick her up and of course,
the app they use. The nursery works year-round and has a car park. Overall, I think it's a fantastic establishment.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to provide this review, we appreciate all your feedback.
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Review from E P (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As parents, we’ve been absolutely delighted with The Little Academy. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we felt welcomed into a warm and nurturing environment that felt like a home away from home for our child. The staff at The Little Academy are exceptional. They are not only highly qualified
but also genuinely caring and attentive to each child’s needs. It’s clear they go above and beyond to create a stimulating and inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive. The facilities are fantastic, offering a wide range of activities and resources that cater to all areas of learning and development. Our child particularly enjoys the creative play areas and the outdoor space where they can explore and learn about nature. We’ve seen remarkable progress in our child’s learning journey, from their language development to their social skills. The nursery’s approach to following the government curriculum while also allowing children to learn through play is something we greatly appreciate.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your review, we appreciate such positive feedback.
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Review from Sonay H (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending The Little Academy since he was 10 months old, he is now 2.5 years old. As first-time parents we were conscious of sending him to a nursery and being away from him for such a long period of time, however, The Little Academy made us feel very welcome and at ease from the start.
My son absolutely loves the setting and I can see he has developed massively in the time he has been there. The staff give great reviews at pick-up time and the app they use is great, as you can see when they ate and how much, when they had their nappies changed/went toilet and you get to see pictures of them from throughout the day/ week. I would recommend The Little Academy to parents looking for a safe, happy and educational nursery for their little ones.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for this lovely review and providing this feedback.
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Review from Safina C (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery excels in creating an engaging environment for children and carers. I have no doubt this is down to the staff. They are extremely attentive and caring to my daughter and this warmth and inclusion extends to my older son (who doesn't attend the nursery) but is always made to feel so welcome!
The staff send updates via the app and a detailed verbal handover on collection. This provides me with confidence about my child's experience. The nursery offers events such as regular stays and plays where carers are invited to join. I recently attended a Mother's Day event and left with a personalised photograph keychain of myself and my children. Such a kind and thoughtful gesture! The staff recently organised an Easter event including an Easter Bunny and Easter Egg hunt- an enjoyable day out! This nurturing environment makes a positive impact on families and I can't thank the staff enough for their commitment to providing such a positive and enriching experience to childcare!
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words and for describing your positive feedback on the setting.
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Review from Minaxi V (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been attending nursery since the beginning of this year. The teachers have been absolutely amazing in helping with learning, being independent and social activities. The staff are really friendly and helpful and always take the time to speak to us, letting us know how our son's day was.
Sending our son to Little Academy was the perfect choice, not only is he really enjoying his time there but as parents we have seen how much he has thrived in the few months of being there. Would highly recommend The Little Academy.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your review; we are thrilled with your positive feedback.
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Review from Naila K (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Little Academy provides a safe, healthy and happy environment for every child!
My child has ASD, GDD and speech delays and I’m glad that I chose The Little Academy for him. They have experienced and SEN trained staff who go the extra mile to support every child. His key personhelped him settle
in well. She has always been understanding, kind and patient. The nursery manager is pro-active and supportive. They both not only identified the individual needs of my child, but also made weekly action plans, liaised with SLT, Occupational therapists and all other professionals and made sure that his EHC plan was in place before he started school this September. They also provide 1-1 support to children if and when needed.
My son has improved significantly in all aspects. He couldn’t even make eye contact when he joined the nursery and now he’s a confident, happy boy and all the credit goes to the nursery, I can’t thank them enough!
Highly recommended.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you very much for this amazing feedback and kind words.
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Review from Bindu A (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Little Academy is a very good nursery where children not only get to learn but get supported and promoted to be more independent, learn to regulate their emotions and thrive whilst learning new things.
I would recommend this nursery to every parent who is looking for a good nursery for their young
ones.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review and kind words regarding our practice and ethos. We appreciate your feedback.
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Review from Georgiana D (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot describe enough how happy I am for my son to be at Little Academy. The care they have for the kids is genuinely amazing. My son is so happy when he goes in every time and he has a really nice and strong relationship with key workers. My son has improved massively since he has joined and he
keeps thriving with the help of key workers. Thank you!
Highly recommended.
Reply from Leanne Berryman, Manager at The Little Academy Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words, we are really happy to receive this feedback regarding our excellent service and staff.
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Review from Absara S (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The teachers have been so helpful in replying to all my emails about any queries I have and always so pleasant and helpful.
Really helps my son and he has developed so much with his language and confidence. Thanks so much! Thanks to his teachers in the Daisy Room!
I feel so relaxed with the care
and the attention the nursery provides!
It’s a little gem and you really need to pop in and have a visit to really understand how wonderful the nursery is!
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Review from Sobiya J (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to The Little Academy Day Nursery for two-plus years and we had such a positive experience. The nursery staff are lovely, highly trained and very competent. My son loves it there and it took us a long time to find the right nursery for my son and we are glad we went with Little
Academy. Great communication and absolutely lovely staff. Would highly recommend if you are after a nursery that truly will look after your child.
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Review from S G (Father of Child) published on 13 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our child has been at this setting since late last year. They have worked miracles helping our child learn to be around other kids and become very sociable (isolation caused by lockdown). Our child settled in very quickly and looks forward to attending. He knows most staff by name and looks forward
to seeing them. The staff are friendly and easy to talk to. We get good feedback on a daily basis. We are happy that he attends Little Academy.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.905)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.905) out of 10 for The Little Academy Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.905 for The Little Academy Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (416 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 454 Ratings = 4.905
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Little Academy Day Nursery is based on 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 38 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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