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Little Owls Day Nursery

1-1a First Avenue, Carlton, Nottingham NG4 1PH
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The staff were friendly, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do.Dean W(Father of Child)
Little Owls Day Nursery, Nottingham
They offer a large range of extra activities such as yoga, music and movement classesR B(Mother of Child)
Little Owls Day Nursery, Nottingham
I was particularly impressed with the focus on both educational development and emotional wellbeingDean W(Father of Child)
Little Owls Day Nursery, Nottingham

At Little Owls, the team understands that choosing the right nursery is one of the most important decisions a family can make—and they are committed to making that choice simple and reassuring. From the moment families step inside, they are welcomed into a warm and friendly atmosphere where every child is valued and celebrated for who they are. Partnerships with parents are genuine, open, and family-focused, ensuring everyone feels included...  

Funding & Fees

Our nursery accepts Government Funded Hours, which are currently paid for 38 weeks per annum. We offer parents the option to ā€œstretchā€ their funding over 51 weeks, giving them roughly 22 or 11 funded hours per week, depending on when they start in the academic year and whether they are entitled to 15 or 30 hours of funding. We do offer a limited number of Term Time Only places where 30 or 15 hours can be used each week.

We currently offer the following sessions:
8.00am– 6:00pm: Ā£55.00
8:00am – 1:00pm: Ā£42.50
9:00am – 4:30pm: Ā£51.00
1:00pm – 6:00pm: Ā£42.50

7:30am – 8:00am: Ā£5.92

Meal Packs are included in the above prices but are an optional extra for Funded Hours.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Lisa Olejarz (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 83

Age Range

  • from 0 years 1 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Little Owls Day Nursery Reviews (49)

9.9

Little Owls Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.890) out of 10, based on 48 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Owls Day Nursery has 49 reviews.

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Review from M R (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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We are really happy with Little Owls. Our daughter started at 10 months and is now in preschool.
She is always talking about the staff and has built up great relationships with her key workers in each room.
It's nice to have the offer of stay and plays, extra circular visits and the chance to take part in holiday parties.
We get regular updates on the app with photos of what her room is doing, which is always something different.
Potty training, her language and motor skills have come on leaps and bounds as doing this alongside other children with great support from staff.

The staff are kind and helpful and are always attentive to all the children, even when they move up to the next room. Our daughter loves going to nursery and we are so pleased we chose Little Owls!

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Review from Sharnie W (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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I've had 2 children pass through little owls nursery over the past 5 years.
During our time at the nursery my family had a life changing event, during this time the manager Lisa and staff Kia, Niamh, Beth, Jackie, Beth, Karen and Deborah went above and beyond for my family during one of the most difficult times. The support they offered both my children and myself will never be forgotten, they became family!
Both of my children thrived while being there. I will never have enough words to thank them. I recommend them 1000% to anyone wanting to send their children here.

Thank you Lisa for everything <3

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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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We joined Little Owls recently and I couldn't be more satisfied. All the people there is really nice and caring. At the beginning I was worried about my baby's reaction, but the ladies always take good are of my son, and now he is well adjusted. Even when he has a moment, they are always ready for comfort and cuddles.

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Review from Nolan S (Father of Child) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Little Owls for over 3 years now and loves it. The staff are amazing and work so hard to make sure each child is happy in their setting. The renovations to the out door space has been fantastic, so much so that our daughter doesn't want to leave at pick up time. We will certainly be using the school club once she starts school :-)

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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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We've had such a positive experience with this nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they create a warm, safe environment for the kids. My daughter is always learning new things, and it's wonderful to see her develop new skills and confidence each week. The team is very caring and attentive, not only with the kids but also in keeping parents informed and involved. I feel reassured knowing she's in such good hands. Highly recommend!

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Review from Nicholin N (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been going here for a year now and he absolutely loves it! From the very beginning, the staff made him feel so comfortable and supported. I've seen such a big improvement in his development, especially with his social skills and confidence around others. It makes me so happy to see how much he enjoys coming in every day. I'm really grateful for the care and encouragement he gets here.

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Review from Jodie S (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both my children started at this nursery at 6 months old, 10 years apart. The staff who work at the nursery were and still are friendly and very caring for each child, its like home from home, my daughter loves going. The extra curricular activities are fantastic. Such a wonderful place for children to learn and play, would recommend to anyone.

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Review from Niki B (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at little owls since she was 1, she is now in preschool. The staff are all amazing, so friendly and kind. My daughter loves going to nursery, they do a mixture of activitys, baking, painting, outside play, music, dance the list is endless. I have recommended little owls to several of my friends as i believe they have the best staff.

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Review from Denitsa B (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff at the nursery are amazing. They are always caring and manage to find the best approach so my daughter feels comfortable. She is very attached to me but with time, she started running to the nursery with a huge smile.
They are very flexible and this is so important for me. I needed to reschedule her dates a few times in a month and they have always been understanding and doing their best to meet our needs.

They have a new manager and she is great with kids, parents and stuff.

Reply from Tracey Flint, Business, Integration & Project Manager at Little Owls Day Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really pleased to hear how your daughter has settled into nursery and how she is now running into nursery with a smile on her face!

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Meet the Team (12)

Lisa Olejarz Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2012
Lisa Olejarz

I have worked at Little Owls for 13 years. I started my childcare career as an apprentice and am in the manager role. I have worked with all ages of children from the baby room up to the preschool room. I am passionate about watching children learn and develop. I am also the nursery Safeguard Lead.

Kia Collier Job Title: Deputy Manager and SENDCO Lead Joined: 2016
Kia Collier

I started working at Little Owls in 2016 as a apprentice and am now the nursery deputy manager and the SENDCO lead.

Niamh Kirk Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2019
Niamh Kirk
I started working at Little Owls in 2019 as a apprentice, I am now the Third in Charge and the Baby Room Leader.

In my spare time I enjoy reading and watching TV.

Bethany Sisson Job Title: Level 2 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2023
Bethany Sisson
I have worked at Little Owls for the past 2 years, I started as a nursery apprentice and am now qualified as a Level 2. I currently work in the baby room.

My biggest passion is all things Disney.

Emine Kahraman Job Title: Nursery Apprentice Joined: 2025
Emine Kahraman

I have worked at Little Owls for the past 6 months and am currently working towards my Level 2. I work in the baby room but have experience in all rooms.

Jackie Pedwell Job Title: Level 5 Nursery Practioner Joined: 2012
Jackie Pedwell

I have worked at Little Owls since 2012 and currently work in the Toddler Room but have experience working with all age groups of children.

Julia Job Title: Level 2 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024
Julia

I started working at Little Owls in 2024, I am a Level 2 qualified and work in the Toddler Room.

Karen Smith Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2004
Karen Smith

I began working at Little Owls in 2004. I am a Level 3 qualified and currently work in the Preschool room but I have experience working in all rooms of the nursery.

Deborah Fowler Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2007
Deborah Fowler

I started working at Little Owls in 2007 and currently work in the Preschool Room. I started as a nursery apprentice and completed my qualification as a Level 3.

Bethany Ellis Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2020
Bethany Ellis

I completed my Level 3 at Little Owls in 2020. I work in the Preschool room but have experience working with all ages of children.

Lily Rieley Job Title: Level 2 Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024
Lily Rieley

I started working at the nursery in 2019 as a Level 2 practitioner and am currently working towards my Level 3 qualification. I have experience working in the Preschool Room and am now working in the Baby room

Agnieszka Matkowska Job Title: Level 2 Nursery Practitioner
Agnieszka Matkowska

I am a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner and currently work in the nursery's Breakfast and Afterschool Club.

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