Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington

Grove House, Upper Grove Street, Leamington Spa CV32 5AN
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At Little Pioneers Leamington their children's voices matter and that's why they focus on making sure that each child's key person can provide all of the support and advice that they need.

Their nursery team are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They have 5 Little Pioneers who help to share their core values with children such as encouraging them to be independent to making a difference in the world.

They are big on happy children and so they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and take care of each other and the world. They are silver eco schools accredited, a programme that sees children lead the way in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.

They have a ParentZone app which keeps mums and dads informed about life at nursery with photos from their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress.

The interior is split into three separate age groups; babies, teenies, and toddlers, with the addition of a soft play area and a sensory room, as well as a range of outdoor toys in the garden and a large wooden play structure that makes for fun physical play. They also have a pet rabbit, Spencer, who roams around whilst they children stroke him and clean out his hutch.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Nicky Mawby (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 38

Total Places for Children

  • 117

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • (0-2) Full Day £91.00 / Short Day £86.25 / Half Day £51.50


    (2-3) Full day £86.75 / Short Day £82.00 / Half Day £49.25


    (3-5) Full day £78.75 / Short Day £74.50 /Half Day £47.00

  • Full day 7.30am-6.30pm
    Short Day 8am-6pm
    Half Day 7.30am-1pm/1pm-6.30pm


    Government Funding accepted

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

Parking

  • Parking available

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington Reviews (87)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.632) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington has 87 reviews.

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Review from L R (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one started nursury when they were 10month old all the way though till they were 4 years old. Each stage of Nursery they got the full attention and care they needed and we saw mildstones being completed with the help and support of all the Nursery staff. They always enjoyed going to nursery
and loved playing and getting creative with freinds and supportive staff.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl is currently in the little creators room and the staff go above and beyond. All the staff have from each room she's been in especially the Little Adventurers room. The staff will always accommodate and make me feel at ease on tough mornings. I get regular updates through the app and lovely
photos sent through of her doing fun activities. She talks about nursery all the time and sis always so eager to get out the door every morning to come. Thank you to everyone who makes my little girls journey so special.
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Review from G G (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My eldest son has just left the Pre-School, Big Learner's room after attending since he was 1. The staff are supportive, approachable and kind and all of his key workers have gotten to know him over the years and the other staff in each of the rooms, especially Little Adventurers and Big Learners have
been fantastic.
They've used his interests to plan activities, allowed him to thrive and share what he enjoys and does outside of nursery and have helped him to forge friendships. Next steps for his development are communicated and they take time to get to know each individual child. If and when parents have a query it is quickly communicated and answered by the admin and senior staff which is incredibly helpful.
My other son also attends as it was the best choice for us of other nurseries. My eldest is now sad that he won't be going which speaks volumes!
Thanks Little Pioneers Team
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Review from H K (Grandmother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been at the nursery from when my first grandson started 7 years ago, I have just done my last pick up with my youngest grandson who starts school in September, the boys always enjoyed there time there, there key workers were great, one member of staff has been with all three and was a great key
worker who got to know them well and there ways and adapted to suit them, another member of staff was also a great key worker especially for the youngest one, went out of her way to carry out activities with the children that she knew they would enjoy
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Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All 3 of my boys have attended this nursery and learnt so much while they were there.
I have been woth them for 7 years and today was the last day there i was so sad to be leaving. The staff go above and beyond for the children they attend to all there needs and work so well with the parents of the
children. The children have alot of different activities to do while they sre there they have the outdoor area aswell. I will recommend this nursery to anyone i know that needs a nursery place
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter will shortly be graduating after joining in 2021. The staff go above and beyond to support both her and our family. Nothing is a hardship for them. She goes in with a smile and leaves with a bigger one (and some stories of all the things she's got up to). Honestly just brilliant
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This site have been a godsend for my two children who are now 5 & 4. Great communication, very thoughtful, always going above and beyond to ensure your mind is always at rest to with any matter. Loveliest team with fantastic management who have been incredibly supportive of both my children who attend,
one having ASD and being non verbal I couldn't have asked or needed any more than they have done for him especially as I had to defer his start an extra year the nursery were amazing in supporting us by keeping him an extra year also which has been a massive help, they have both loved there journey with little pioneers! We will definitely be sad to leave in September as they both will start reception! Highly recommended :)
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Review from S W (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with the care, attention, and support our son receives at little pioneers. The incredible team of teachers have played a huge role in his development, and we've seen him progress far beyond his expected milestones. Their dedication to nurturing each child's learning and social
skills is truly outstanding.
Not only is he thriving academically and socially, but the level of care and attention to his well-being is exceptional. The nursery is always accommodating when additional support is needed, whether it's for dietary requirements, nappy rash care, or any other needs. It's so reassuring to know he is in such a loving and supportive environment every day.
The nutrition provided is excellent, and the engaging activities keep him excited and eager to learn. We are so grateful to the wonderful staff for their hard work and commitment. We highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching early years setting
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Review from Pam K (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending since last year and the staff at Little Pioneers have been amazing with her. They have really helped her thrive in her development and really go above and beyond to ensure she is happy and safe.
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Review from Z R (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had not so nice experience in a previous local nursery which made me feel very nervous her going into another. The team here made her so welcome! really injected a lot of time and energy into her, she is really enjoying her day visits and come out so happy. I'd like to leave this review
and thank the team. You guys are amazing with the children.
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Review from Lauren D (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending since Sept 2024, we love the nursery. He is settling really well and is now happy to be passed over in the mornings instead of crying on handover, the nursery is lovely and very clean and tidy and all the staff are great, our key person is fantastic. My son is always doing
a range of different things each day and they are always updating me on what he is doing, eating and nappy changes. Would definitely recommend the nursery and I will be sending my other son when I return to work next year.
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Review from Jake B (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff have been amazing with my child. Encouraging her speech on new years (getting her saying happy new year). Staff are super welcoming. Great resources for all kids. Individual progress safe with all food restrictions (allergies)
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending since May 2022 and they are now in Preschool. He has really enjoyed going to Little Pioneers, the team are lovely and so attentive to the children. I would recommend this nursery to any one of my friends and family.
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Review from Azhin H (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington is a great nursery. My daughter started this nursery and she loves it.
The staff at the nursery are well-trained and professional. The best care a child can get. Always helpful and caring.
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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending nursery since he was 8 months old. He's got a great relationship with all staff and is always keen to go to nursery. Since he's started, he's done lovely activities every week based on his interests. Feedback is always positive and staff are friendly.
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Review from Chloe C (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been going since last September and we couldn't be happier. Such a warm, friendly, safe environment. The staff couldn't have done more to make us as parents feel comfortable with this big step, as well as our son. Any bumps along the way have been handled with kindness and patience and he's
gone from strength to strength in confidence because of this. All the kids seem similarly happy and engaged. I'd highly recommend this place to any parents.
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Review from Kate H (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not fault the care and support this nursery shows towards my daughter. Whilst settling in and each day she attends.
Brilliant setting, lots of space, always clean and tidy and most importantly such a lovely team.
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been at the nursery since he was 4 months old. He is just two and moving rooms to little creators.
The team in Adventurers have become like family to us and they have taken such great care of our child and taken time to get to know us, likewise, we got to know them and although I feel
excited my son is developing and moving forward, I am also very sad to say goodbye to his team in adventurers.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery and its wonderful team. From the nursery practitioners to the management and chef.
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Review from Jess C (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to this nursery since the summer of 2021 and we absolutely love it. She is now in Preschool and the relationships we have developed with the staff are so lovely. I would highly recommend this nursery!
The communication is so thorough and the monthly updates help me to know
they are supporting my daughter's individual needs and growth.
The staff truly seem to care for the children's well-being and the affection the children have for them says it all for me.
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Review from Devon W (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience with Little Pioneers has been nothing short of brilliant. Our son thrives in this nursery, the staff and the activities are amazing and his development has come on so well since joining! We couldn't be happier.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.632)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.632) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.632 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington is calculated as follows: ( (223 Excellents x 5) + (64 Goods x 4) + (20 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 310 Ratings = 4.632
  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, Leamington is based on 25 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 117 number of registered child places is 23.4, which has been reached with 25 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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Meet the Team (2)

Nicky

Nicky Mawby

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010

Hi, my name is Nicky, I'm the Nursery Manager.

Charlotte

Charlotte Green

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2011

Hi, my name is Charlotte, I'm the Deputy Manager.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington accepts?

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington Open?

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington is open: 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.

How many Children does Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington have capacity for?

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington has capacity for a total of 117 Children.

How far is Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, Leamington to the centre of Leamington Spa?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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