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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon

The Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon SN3 6BB
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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon, Swindon
Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon, Swindon
Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon, Swindon

Little Pioneers Swindon is a purpose built, modern nursery which is all on one level with large, bright and airy rooms and their supportive practitioners make Swindon feel like one big family.

They have an app, ParentZone, which keeps parents/carers informed about life at nursery with photos from their day, meals eaten, assessments and even toilet training progress! They have 5 Little Pioneers who help share their core values with children...  

Funding & Fees

(0-2) £405.00 Weekly / £95.00 Daily

(2-3) £386.75 Weekly / £90.75 Daily

(3-5) £365.00 Weekly / £85.50 Daily

Full Days only offered

Government Funding accepted

Contact Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Tracy Rundle (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 44

Total Places for Children

  • 105

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

Parking

  • Families that work onsite at the hospital can park in their car park for the day or use any staff parking areas (limited). For other families they have a drop off area directly outside the nursery that you can safely park in whilst you are in the nursery.

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon Reviews (183)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon has a Review Score of 10 (9.965) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon has 183 reviews.

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Review from Deborah T (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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My 3-year-old has been here since she was 1. She has moved classes and been with different key persons. Care has been equally fantastic. She has learnt so much through play and interacting with peers and teachers. The staff are all so kind.

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Review from Elaine A (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic! They have made my son feel so welcome and he has flourished being there. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. My second boy will be going in February and we look forward to seeing him develop as well.

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Review from O D (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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The team deal effortlessly with changes in staff members and introducing themselves to be new key workers and speedily get to know the children. Caters very well to manage allergies and dietry requirements, outstanding in fact. Very well managed since we've been using the nursery for 5.5 years. Will be sad not to walk in each day come September once our youngest leaves preschool to see all the smiling faces and greetings at both ends of the day from the team. Always friendly and will try and pop in to say "hi" every now and again when the time comes!

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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Son has been here just over a year and he loves it. Great little nursery, great communication and such fun, varied activities. Family spirit shines. Friendly vibes and supportive. Positive atmosphere.

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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at the nursery since February and he absolutely loves it, the staff are very friendly, helpful and look after my son really well. They know his little quirks and what makes him unique and that's really lovely to know. My son is very happy there and he has developed massively in confidence since joining.

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Review from R C (Grandmother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My grandaughter has been lucky enough to go to this amazing nursery since she was just over 1 years old. All the staff are super, knowledgeable, professional and caring. They create a safe and stimulating environment, supporting and challenging all the children in their care. I am particularly impressed with their continual updates and reports on my granddaughter's progress and her general enjoyment of every day. Communication from her key worker and the office is excellent, as are the tasty nutritious meals she devours. She loves every minute she's there, she is happy and joyful and busy learning in an engaging and loving environment.

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Review from J G (Father of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing! My son loves his nursery and his teachers. Couldn't be happier with his speaking and learning since he's been attending 3 days a week. He loves going and coming home to tell me all about his days and the gifts they get them to make and bring back are lovely, so much attention to detail.

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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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A brilliant nursery that is so convenient for me working at the hospital. My eldest has been attending since he was 5 months old and is now in the preschool room and my soon to be 9 months old will be joining in January. Staff are excellent and ensure you are given a good handover of what they have done each day. They listen to any concerns you may have and really help to put you at ease. My little boy loves going which speaks volumes! Highly recommend.

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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery! Staff are excellent! My daughter comes home talking about her days every week. Very reliable and keep us informed of anything that happens with our child. Haven't had any issues and would definitely recommend

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Review from H K (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our son has been going to Little Pioneers since March 2024 for 2 days a week and we have been so pleased with the team, he absolutely loves going and we are now sending him 5 days a week! Great staff, fantastic set-up!

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Review from C O (Mother of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My little boy started nursery in September 2024, from initial contact to his first day, it was a smooth transition! The staff were so welcoming, having never really left my son with others apart from family, I was feeling a bit nervous, but we were made to feel so at ease and nothing was too much! They kept us updated with lots of pictures on his first day. All staff always greet you with a lovely smile! Rooms are also spacious for the children to explore and play. Couldn't recommend them enough.

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Review from J R (Father of Child) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Great staff who really care about the children. Both children enjoy going each time and come out very happy! What more can you ask? Good variety of meals and activities. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from K S (Father of Child) published on 23 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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We booked a place for our son before his birth as we were very impressed with the nursery and he started from 6 months old. He is now leaving having turned 4+ and we are very happy with his time at the nursery. It is a very lively and vibrant place that encourages a child's overall development. Everything from facilities to food, to staff, to care overall has been excellent. It was an emotional day for us to attend his graduation ceremony recently! As he starts school soon we and our son will miss the nursery dearly and we thoroughly recommend it to other families!

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Review from Samantha W (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at the nursery for just over a year, starting in the baby room. Always professional and work with you to what your child is learning and developing. Always update you in the day with what they’ve been doing and had to eat. Great learning environment, and can’t recommend them enough!

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Review from Simon C (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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My son attended Little Pioneers from the age of 9 months until leaving to go to primary school. My wife and I were nervous about choosing a setting for him, as he has additional needs with Down syndrome, but as soon as we visited, our worries were quashed.
I will always recommend this nursery/preschool. The care that my son has received has been second to none. He has thrived and developed so much!
But it is the amazing staff that have made it for me. Absolutely everyone has been too brilliant for words to describe.

Thank you all!

Reply from Tracy Rundle, Manager at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Swindon

Many thanks for the great review! You guys were a pleasure to have and your little man was more than ready for big school!

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Review from Z H (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff are friendly and professional and well-loved by both of my children. They complete so many activities in the day and spend time outside in the gardens which have recently had a revamp. Both my kids come home well-fed and tired out from a full day and have been supported to learn about a wide range of subjects and progress in their development.

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Review from R M (Father of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Every part of this nursery is fantastic for both parents and children. Onboarding, drop-off, pick-up, food, daily activities, it's all top-tier stuff. For the kids, they get incredible care, great teaching, and a wide variety of activities in a fun atmosphere. This is without a doubt the best nursery for miles, worth every penny. They make sure that both the big and small stuff are taken care of every day and it's because the staff are all exceptional.

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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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The nursery staff are fantastic and always approachable to discuss matters openly, observing a confidential approach and great sensitivity. They are caring and always have time to listen to any concerns in regard to children. My child currently attends and it is amazing care and great determination shown by the staff to develop young children with a positive attitude.

I would recommend since my child has been attending numbers have improved and language skills. And the confidence in my child has also grown. Learning needs are always observed in a sensitive manner and staff communication and high levels of service are given. Each child I see is treated with respect, care and kindness.

Standards of practice within and are very high and the standards are maintained at a high level. My child is always happy to be at the nursery and there are lots of activities that are available and is always differing each time visiting. It is clean tidy and presentable - 5 stars - very happy.

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Review from Angharad M (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My Daughter has attended the nursery since the baby room and I have been extremely happy with the care she receives. The staff are always helpful and willing to discuss and suggest solutions to any concern I have about her development. She has thrived in the nursery and always comes home so happy. I’ll be very sad when we finally have to say goodbye in September as she moves to school.

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Review from Ashleigh W (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I’m very happy with the nursery. My child has allergies so I was particularly nervous about sending her. They have been nothing but helpful. The staff update the app so I get regular updates while she’s there. Overall I’m very pleased.

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Tracy Rundle Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2003
Tracy Rundle

I have worked at the nursery since the day it opened in 2003 and have loved developing it into the amazing place it is today! I have over 30 years of experience in childcare and use my knowledge and experience to build the team and the nursery to be the best.

As a mum of 2, I know what things are important to families and cascade these thoughts and feelings to the team so they get a true understanding and empathy towards our families.

Leanna Banovic Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012
Leanna Banovic

I was first introduced to the Little Pioneers nursery when I completed a placement here as part of my college training back in 2012. I thoroughly enjoyed my time, so much so that I applied for a position and became a colleague as soon as I completed my training! I have worked my way up from Nursery Nurse to Room Manager, Third in charge and most recently I have taken on the role of the Deputy Manger. I worked in the 2-3s and under 2 ages mainly. I am the nursery SENCO and enjoy supporting families that need a little bit more support for their child. I work full time so you will get to see me every day, I'm always happy to stop for a chat and if you need to pick my brains about something then I'm here for you!

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