Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

Ladybird House, Unit 11, Falcon Court, Preston Farm Industrial Estate, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3TS
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  • Little Ladybirds Day Nursery, Stockton-on-Tees
Little Ladybirds Day Nursery is an Ofsted rated 'good' nursery (May 2023) situated in a purpose-built venue in Stockton, Teesside. Within the nursery, care is provided for children aged six weeks through to five-years-old.

The nursery is divided into four main rooms, all of which are designed to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. Within a very large pre-school room children have access to iPads, touch-screen computers and interactive whiteboards. Outside there is a large play area which utilises natural materials and includes a water wall and mud kitchen.

The staff team at Little Ladybirds includes an early years teacher and all staff are trained in paediatric first aid.

There are a number of extra-curricular activities provided at no extra charge at Little Ladybirds, including football, French and signing tots.

The nursery provides flexibility on days and two, three and four-year-old grant funding is available.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Claire Harrison-Jones (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 110

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact our Nursery for the most up to date information regarding fees and availability.

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Little Ladybirds Day Nursery Reviews (147)

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Little Ladybirds Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10, based on 47 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Ladybirds Day Nursery has 147 reviews.

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Review from Leanne M (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery and staff. Both my children love going to nursery. Staff are very friendly and approachable. Great activities going on in all rooms.
Reply from Jen Thomas at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thanks for your lovely review Leanne, we're delighted you are so happy with Little Ladybirds.
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Review from Jessica M (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy absolutely loves coming to this nursery, all the staff are excellent, I couldn’t recommend it enough it’s brilliant!
Reply from Jen Thomas at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for responding so quickly for our request for more reviews Jessica, we appreciate your comments and all the 5 out of 5's!
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Review from Mike L (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since attending Little Ladybirds Nursery, our 10-month-old daughter has developed leaps and bounds and we believe this largely is down to the learning and education she gets at the nursery.
Reply from Jen Thomas at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, it's been fun starting this learning journey with your daughter.
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Review from Jordan T (Father of Child) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've worked on the same estate as Little Ladybirds for almost three years now, with my wife joining me here in August. When she joined my company, we wanted to move our son's childcare nearby so that our routine was made easier. Little Ladybirds was the closest one that we could find and their Ofsted
rating was amazing. We went along for a walk-around with the staff there and this was followed with playdates for our son. All of this went well and he started in mid-August 2019. Since then, he's grown to love his nursery and you can see the excitement on his face when we arrive. All of the care-givers are enthusiastic and happy, and our son loves going to them on a morning; he doesn't even look back! The app that they use is also great as it means we can see what he's been up to! We believe that this is one of the best nurseries around!
Reply from Jen Thomas at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review Jordan, we really appreciate it.
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Review from Louise H (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has been amazing throughout my son's 3 years here. He loves coming and is so excited about the extra activities each week - French and library bus.
Staff are aware of his ways of learning and are able to encourage him to try new things, encouraging development and making learning fun.
Staff are so friendly and know my son to the fine details.
Cannot recommend Little Ladybirds enough.
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Review from Hannah F (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attended Little Ladybirds since he was 11 months old. The staff are all so friendly in every single room and they are fantastic. My son thoroughly enjoys going to nursery and I know he is in the best care! The facilities are brilliant and my son really enjoys football practice on Monday’s
with the coach. The manager and staff are also brilliant if you have any queries or concerns. I will be keeping my son in Little Ladybirds until he is 5 as I cannot fault anything and the nursery is rated ‘outstanding’.
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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Ladybirds is a fantastic nursery. Our first child attended from eight months old to nearly four years and our second child has recently started. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and professional. They provide brilliant care as well as creative learning opportunities for children
of all ages. I wouldn't consider using any other childcare provider as I trust the staff at Little Ladybirds to provide the best care.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, Sarah.
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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Little Ladybirds since September 2018 and he has made amazing progress in all areas and has gone from being shy and quite introverted to being much more confident.
His key worker has been brilliant and is one of the reasons my son looks forward to going each week.
All staff are
very friendly, helpful and professional.
I would recommend this nursery to all of my friends.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Tia O (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery for my little boy. He loves his time here and always tells us he's had a fun day! The staff are all great which helps knowing that he's in a caring, fun and safe environment whilst we are at work. We also love the parent's app where we see photos of what he's been up to on his nursery
days!
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for leaving such a nice review.
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Review from R T (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, it was 4 years ago when my son left and it still is today for my daughter. Many of the staff are still there which speaks volumes about the family feel of the nursery. Staff are lovely, attentive, patient and always smiling!! Well done Ladybirds.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind review.
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Review from Ruth W (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We cannot praise the staff and management at Little Ladybirds enough. We have two children who attend nursery and have done so since they were six months old. Not only have we noticed how much they have developed and flourished during their time at nursery but friends, relatives and even strangers comment
on it too. The ambience and ethos of the nursery reflects the values we want to instil in our children and the nursery-home relationship has always been very positive and open. Our children return from nursery happy, thriving and well cared for and there is nowhere else I would want to send them.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for a lovely review. It's lovely to have both children at the same time.
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Review from Samantha G (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl started at Little Ladybirds when she was 17 months old and before visiting any nurseries we were worried about how she’d cope because up until that point she had never been in a childcare setting. As soon as we visited Little Ladybirds we knew we would have no worries at all. Every member
of staff we've met has been wonderful and fantastic at their job. The app they use to track your child’s events is brilliant and I love being able to check for a daily update with photos in the afternoon, it really helps you to trust that your baby is being looked after well. Thank you Little Ladybirds!
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children have been attending little ladybirds since they were 10 months old. They absolutely love it. It's going to be a sad day when they leave ready for school later this year.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Maggie B (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has settled well - the staff are so lovely and treat the children like they were their own family. They always have time to chat to you at drop off or pick up. A lovely mix of friendly and relaxed but professional and proactive.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Holly D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery and the staff are amazing. My little boy took a while to settle but the staff were so good at helping him. They put my mind at ease when leaving him or calling to check on him. He now loves it and talks about everyone and his day when he finishes.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Helen W (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going here for a year. The staff are an amazing group of people, kind compassionate and friendly. Staff are always going the extra mile for the children and I feel very lucky that my son is getting the personalised care he does.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments.
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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend this nursery, all three of my sons have attended here at some point. Currently, my youngest child attends. He has loved going to nursery since day one and settled in very easily. He runs into nursery every morning happily. The staff are fantastic and friendly. They have gone above
and beyond in caring for the children. They provide a safe caring and educational environment. Management is also excellent.
Reply from Jennifer Thompson at Little Ladybirds Day Nursery
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Review from Philip (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the first time my son has attended nursery and I am so happy we found Little Ladybirds! The first few days when we dropped him off he cried and we thought what have we done, by the third day at Little Ladybirds he turned around said bye and walked away. He loves the nursery and all the staff.
We have arrived at different times of the day to collect our son and he is always happy and playing with a different activity. The staff are so friendly from the kitchen area to the manager's office, I couldn't think of a better place to leave my son when we are at work. I would 100% recommend this nursery to all, we looked at several nurseries over a 3 or 4 week period and we always came back to Little Ladybirds, I only wish we found it sooner.
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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Little Ladybirds since February 2018, he has come on so much. All the women and men who work at this nursery are all lovely and you get a handover when you pick your child up. Very professional and welcoming setting. Nothing is ever an issue.
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Review from Rachel (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Ladybirds is an excellent nursery. The staff are caring towards my little one. The transition between rooms is handled really well. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.977)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10 for Little Ladybirds Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 47 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 47 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 4.977 for Little Ladybirds Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (552 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 564 Ratings = 4.977
  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 Ladybirds Day Nursery is based on 47 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 110 number of registered child places is 22, which has been reached with 47 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 (3)

Claire

Claire Harrison-Jones

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2020

Claire has over 16 years of experience within early years education, including working in private settings and children’s centres. This includes helping children who require additional support and guidance.

Sarah

Sarah Barnfield

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012

Sarah has Levels 2, 3 & 4 in Childcare, as well as a Foundation Degree in Early Years. She joined Little Ladybirds in 2012 which makes her one of our longest serving members of staff.

Zoe

Zoe Forrester

Job Title: Pre-School Room Leader Joined: 2013

Zoe joined Little Ladybirds in 2013 and as our Pre-School Room Leader, she oversees the day-to-day running of the room, including planning observations, activities, liaising with parents and generally ensuring the children are safe and happy.

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