Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester

St Richard's Hospital, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester PO19 6SE
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At Little Pioneers Chichester they make parents a partner as they know you're the most important person in your child's life. They have regular parent/carer forums, so you can learn all about upcoming events and activities and provide valuable feedback too.

They have an app, ParentZone, which keeps parents/carers updated about their little ones day at nursery, from photos of their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress! They also have 5 Little Pioneers to help share their core values with children such as encouraging them to make their own decisions to expressing their feelings.

They are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They also hold the prestigious Green Flag Status Award (the highest possible), which is an internationally recognised award for a programme that sees children lead the way in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.

They are big on happy children as they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and a focus on looking after each other and the world.

Little Pioneers Chichester Nursery's indoor learning environment consists of 3 rooms split into the following age groups: 3 months to 2 year olds, 2 to 3 year olds, and 3 to 5 year olds. The nursery has a lovely outdoor garden area that all children have access to from their own individual rooms at any time.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kim Orton (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 66

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • (0-2) Full day £92.25 / Half Day £55.50
    (2-3) Full day £88.00 / Half Day £53.00
    (3-5) Full day £78.25 / Half Day £46.50

  • Government Funding accepted
    Full day 6.45am-6.30pm
    Half Day 6.45am-1pm/1pm-6.30pm

Opening Times

  • Monday 06:45-18:30
    Tuesday 06:45-18:30
    Wednesday 06:45-18:30
    Thursday 06:45-18:30
    Friday 06:45-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester Reviews (133)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester has 133 reviews.

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Review from Andy R (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are fantastic, and the nursery as a whole is excellent.
Thank you for your dedication to our child.
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Review from Trish H (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Although we always get a few goodbye tears in the morning, my little boy soon settles and has a fab time! Communication is fantastic and everyone seems so caring towards all the children (and he loves all the yummy food too).
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Review from Dee (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Faultless! They are amazing. I’ve used the nursery for a few years with both my sons and we've always been very happy.
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Review from Kimberley (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an amazing nursery! My daughter has been attending since she was 10 months old and loves it there!!! Lovely new additions to the garden area especially the pirate ship! I would 100% recommend this nursery for other parents.
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Review from S B (Grandmother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All round fab nursery. My Granddaughter absolutely loves it here. She’s made great friends and really enjoys her time spent playing and learning.
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Review from Linas (Father of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very good opening hours. Friendly staff. Happy overall. I would recommend Chichester Cooperative childcare nursery to my friends.
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Review from Dorlee M (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A friendly nursery with real care shown for the children attending. My son enjoys attending.


Regular reports on what he has eaten and with the new mix of toys have stopped him feeling bored of toys.

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Review from Victoria (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my girls love this nursery. Due to the nature of my job the nurseries opening hours are of great benefit to me. All members of staff are friendly and helpful.
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Review from Rachel (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has attended nursery for past 18 months. They love nursery days and look forward to next session. The staff cannot be more helpful and approachable if you have any queries. The staff also make the nursery a welcoming home from home for both children, parents, caters and guardians.
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Review from Peter O (Father of Child) published on 21 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children attending the nursery, both from 9 months old.
They both 'love' attending, the staff are almost like family members for them. Their days are filled with fun and learning. The facilities are safe, clean and tidy. They have both made friends.
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Review from Nicola H (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery for a year now, she started in the pre school room and is now about to leave for big school. I was worried initially as she hadn't been around many children and that it would be daunting for her. All of the staff made the transition easy for her and now she has
so many friends, I know that leaving will be hard for her. The staff are always happy, friendly and keen to help, even with other children from different rooms. All staff take the time to get to know all of the children from across the nursery. I cannot speak more highly of this nursery and the staff. I would recommend everyone to bring their children here. Thank you all so much.
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Review from Claire J (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the nursery since he was 10 months old and is about to leave for school in September. He has always enjoyed going once a week to start with and now 3 days a week since he's been in pre-school.


We have never had any concerns about the nursery or the staff. The staff have always

been very friendly and helpful and my son talks about them all the time.
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Review from Michelle (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started attending the Chichester Branch at the age of nine months. I am very pleased with the way she has developed. She is provided with varied meals and is afforded numerous opportunities to learn through play. She has formed attachments with her key workers which has aided her feelings
of security. The only disappointment is that now she is being potty trained we have to provide the nursery with her pullups.
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Review from Nicki (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended the Chichester Co-operative Nursery since they were 10/11 months old. They have both been really well looked after, nurtured and challenged. The staff are wonderful and I feel they really care about both of them. The managers are very approachable and listen and address
any problems or questions you may have. The activities, food and resources are great and their safeguarding is second to none. Both my husband and I are thrilled with the choice we made to send our children there and would recommend to anyone.
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Review from Lisa (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been coming to the nursery since he was 9 months old (now 2 1/2). He loves coming to nursery and seeing his friends and teachers. Great setting and great staff. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child has great relationships with the friendly staff. Staff are helpful caring and genuine. Activities are varied and creative. The food seems good in terms of variety and my wishes are followed such as no sugar.
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Review from Nicole (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding support from all staff. Being a first-time mum I've felt stuck in a few situations where preschool staff have assisted and made both myself and child happy and comfortable. Lovely, friendly, welcoming environment for both child and family of the child, great classrooms plenty to do. I have
already recommended the nursery and preschool to other parents and guardians.
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Review from Claire (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are really happy with the care our children receive at this nursery. We feel that both are really cared for not just looked after. Both children enjoy their time at nursery, learning and socialising with their peers. I would happily recommend them to anyone.
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Review from Tasha (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always very friendly and always kept up to date! My child loved all the workers. Couldn't fault them. He always comes home learning something new. The food was always wonderful and I'm a fussy food mum, they provide very nutritional and a great selection of food for the children,
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Review from Thao S (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I booked the place in The Co-operative Childcare Chichester Nursery a year in advance because I liked it so much and wanted to save the place much early. My daughter started Nursery 3 weeks ago at the age of 10 months. She was never away from me so I was extremely nervous. On the contrary, she gets
on really well. She loves her time there, has fun, eats well and sleeps tight! The daily review sheets are brilliant, very detailed. I love the fact that the opening time is 6.45 am which allows me to drop her before my work starting time. The food is freshly prepared in-house and the chef is so helpful, will answer all my concerns and very honest. It saved me a lot of hassle preparing her bag as I know she has mostly everything she needs which is provided in the nursery.
The staffs are fantastic and very friendly.
It is the new start for us and I am confident in saying that I am giving my daughter the best I could now.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.900)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.900 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester is calculated as follows: ( (162 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.9
  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 Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Chichester is based on 15 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 66 number of registered child places is 13.2, which has been reached with 15 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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Kim

Kim Orton

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hello, and welcome to Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Chichester.

Lauren

Lauren

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Hello, and welcome to Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Chichester.

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