Leigh Lollipops Nursery

Abbots Pass Village Hall, Bunce Common Road, Leigh, Reigate RH2 8NP
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  • Leigh Lollipops Nursery, Reigate
Leigh Lollipops Nursery has been a cherished part of Leigh Village Hall for over 40 years. Registered with Ofsted on the Early Years' Register, the nursery provides exceptional care for children aged 0 to 5 years. Every child is supported and encouraged throughout their learning journey to reach their full potential.

Nestled in a beautiful rural setting, the Nursery boasts a large hall divided into areas that promote learning and an enclosed garden for outdoor play, offering additional opportunities for children to extend their learning and have fun.

The dedicated team follows the Early Years' Foundation Stage (EYFS), which sets the statutory standards for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 years old. Children learn through play, sometimes led by an adult and sometimes through independent play opportunities.

The Nursery actively prepares children for school by fostering skills such as social eating, toileting, expressing their needs, and dressing/undressing. They also enjoy outings to various places like farms, parks, and local walks.

Outside visitors, including parents, are invited to share their knowledge on various topics, such as pet care, local farming, the fire service, and healthy living. Additionally, peripatetic teachers visit weekly to lead other enriching activities.

Come and see how much fun the children have at Leigh Lollipops Nursery!
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Leigh Lollipops Nursery
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in Charge

  • Amy Lowry (Head of Nursery)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 6

Registered Charity Number

  • 1033808

Total Places for Children

  • 26

Age Range

  • from 3 years 9 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Self-Funding


    Our fees are competitively set to ensure a sustainable and well-equipped pre-school environment. Fees are charged per hour, with a standard rate of £8.50 per hour (pro rata) for attendance.

  • Funding


    We accept all forms of government Early Years Funding (FEET, 15 hours, and 30 hours) for eligible 18 months, 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. This funding can be used in any combination and can also cover all charges, including Breakfast Club and Lunch Club. Any hours used outside of the funding entitlement will be self-funded and charged accordingly.


    Consumables and Additional Services/Activities Charge


    The level of Early Years Entitlement (EYE) funding for 3 and 4-year-olds (currently £4.87 per hour) is insufficient to cover our essential expenditure on staff salaries, hall hire, insurance, and basic consumables such as milk, art and craft materials, cooking ingredients, wet wipes, tissues, sun cream, printer ink, sand, topic resources, and extra activities. Offering government-funded places to 3 and 4-year-olds results in the Nursery suffering a significant financial shortfall for every hour that we are open, which is simply not sustainable.


    Government funding is intended to cover the costs of The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework. In December 2016, the Department for Education issued guidance on charging for additional costs and stated that 'Parents can therefore expect to pay for any meals offered by the provider alongside their free entitlement. Parents can also expect to pay for other consumables or additional activities offered by the provider.'


    At Leigh Lollipops Nursery, we address this by implementing the Consumables and Additional Services/Activities Charge.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:30-14:00
    Tuesday 08:30-14:00
    Wednesday 08:30-14:00
    Thursday 08:30-14:00
    Friday 08:30-14:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Parking

  • The Nursery has a dedicated car park available during its operating hours.

Leigh Lollipops Nursery Reviews (51)

9.6

Leigh Lollipops Nursery has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.626) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Leigh Lollipops Nursery has 51 reviews.

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Review from Sabina C (Grandmother of Child) published on 30 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It gives me great pleasure, and total reassurance, to see my granddaughter happy and keen to join her friends at Leigh Lollipops each session. Since joining the nursery, we have watched her grow in confidence and develop many new skills. She thoroughly enjoys her interactions with the other children
and the wonderful staff. The manager and her team provide parents with regular updates as to child progress and provide the children with lots of opportunities to demonstrate their new skills. We have enjoyed watching a singing concert and hearing about their dance classes. The children proudly bring home various crafts to illustrate their learning themes, giving us the opportunity for further conversation and exploration at home. Our granddaughter is so happy, we have felt confident to extend her nursery hours to take full advantage of the outside play facility. The manager and her staff are professional and extremely helpful and we are delighted to have made the decision to choose this wonderful nursery.
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Review from D W (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son started just before he was 17 months old and at first I was worried as he was so young but he absolutely loves going into nursery every morning. He has developed a really close bond with all the staff, goes in happy and comes out happy so I cannot ask for more.
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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends Leigh Lollipops Nursery and loves it, I could not recommend a better nursery and so happy with our experience. The staff are amazing and nothing is ever too much, the children are always involved in various activities/crafts/cooking it is amazing and the nursery has a wonderful outside
area. I would highly recommend Leigh Lollipops to everyone.
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Review from Leanns R (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't have chosen a better nursery for our daughter. Leigh Lollipops Nursery is a warm, safe, caring, fun and nurturing environment. Our daughter loves spending her days at Leigh Lollipops, has made some wonderful friends and has built lovely relationships with every member of staff.
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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love Leigh Lollipops Nursery. Having looked at a few other Nursery's this one stood out because of the friendly staff and warm environment. Both my boys look forward to going every week. Would highly recommend this place to anyone looking.
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leigh Lollipops Nursery is truly the best setting we could have ever chosen for our Son. The staff are just truly wonderful, each member of the team makes our experience feel so familiar and like they are family.
My son was always very quiet and shy and reserved in personality and since beginning
Leigh Lollipops, I cannot honestly believe the change in him. He is so excited to put on his uniform, his confidence shines through so much, he is so keen to play and share and learn. He asks after all of the lovely ladies who work there when we aren't there.
I just think it's the most amazing setting. The children are always outside playing and having fun, learning and singing, we couldn't ask for more.
I would recommend Leigh Lollipops to anyone and implore any parent to send their children to this wonderful nursery and see just how much they thrive.
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Review from Chantal S (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Leigh Lollipops Nursery enough. The staff are so caring and knowledgeable. What I particularly like is the little staff turnover and the high staff to child ratio. My little girl has made lovely friendships and really enjoys going in.
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Review from Stephanie S (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Leigh Lollipops Nursery! From the moment we walked in, it was clear this was a warm and nurturing environment where children thrive. The staff are genuinely caring, attentive and truly passionate about early childhood development.
Our child has blossomed in confidence, social
skills and learning thanks to the creative activities and structured play offered daily. Communication is excellent, we always feel informed about our child's progress and any new milestones they've reached.
It's such a joy to hear our little one talk excitedly about their day and the friendships they've made.
We are so grateful for the loving support this nursery provides and couldn't recommend it highly enough. Thank you for giving our child the best possible start.
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Review from Jasmine R (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful nursery in a great location with staff that are warm and nurturing, my daughter is always excited and eager to get to Leigh Lollipops in the morning and I am always at complete ease knowing she is safe and well cared for.
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Review from E A (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was very hard for me to find a nursery that would feel right in my heart. I am glad I found Leigh Lollipops Nursery, we couldn’t be happier. My little boy has grown and learned so much. Lovely staff, always happy to go that extra mile. Treats the children and parents with so much love and kindness.
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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leigh Lollipops Nursery is a warm, welcoming, safe, friendly and nurturing environment for the children. The staff all have the children’s very best interests at heart and make their time there fun and happy. All learning truly is through play and this of course makes for happy and content children!
We have been really happy that we found Leigh Lollipops and our daughter has really enjoyed her time there so far. She will be sad to leave to go to school in September!
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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My little girl like’s attending Lollipops as her brother and myself did, it’s a family tradition. It’s a nice place for small children to play and run by a friendly team committed to the well-being and development of children in a fun learning environment.
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Review from Karolina G (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in Leigh Lollipops last year. Because of the lockdown, he missed out on a lot of socialising so he had a lot of problems with making friends and being with other people. All the ladies here were so kind to him and helpful that he is now happily going in. He loves it and enjoys it so much!
We are ever so grateful for all of them!
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Review from Sam P (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Lollipops and adored the staff and nursery. I had no hesitation sending my son to join them! My son has SEN and although Lollipops isn't a nursery for such children, they have gone above and beyond to accommodate and make sure the correct care and help is provided. They are all
worth their weight in gold! They have such genuine care and concern in all aspects for the children and nursery.
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Review from Yas D (Father of Child) published on 30 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I do not have enough superlatives to describe the teaching and care that both of my children have received here at Leigh Lollipops over several years. The creativity of the activities (and items to bring home and share), the attention and knowledge of the staff towards my child often astounds me, but
mostly, it is the culture of freedom and independent play, but with teaching as part of whatever is happening, is done so well that I never worry that my child is not happy or engaged. Thanks to all the staff for all their care.
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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Warm, welcoming, experienced staff made us choose Lollipops, and we have remained impressed ever since. They know my son very well and adapt to his very timid nature. His confidence is growing nicely now and he feels happy and secure there.
Communication is solid which was essential for us as our
son needs some extra help with speech development. We need regular updates about his progress, which staff are always willing to give. His key worker is smiley, encouraging, and works with him at his pace.
There are always lots of well-thought-out and varied activities as well as plenty of outside play. The free movement inside and outside is perfect for young children, offering some choice in how they spend their time.
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Review from Rachel C (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter and son attend Leigh Lollipops Nursery and love their time here. The staff are really caring and friendly so you know your children are in good hands. They encourage lots of outside play which is great for the children, the messier they are the more fun has been had! Would highly recommend
this nursery.
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Review from Cherry M (Grandmother of Child) published on 3 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter goes to Leigh Lollipops Nursery and can't wait to go in the mornings. She has developed in so may ways, especially socialising with others. The staff are welcoming and always have time to answer any questions. I would recommend Leigh Lollipops Nursery to anyone looking for a small nursery
with caring staff, all set in a beautiful and rural location.
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Review from Michelle H (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery! My daughter started last year not long after her second birthday. Due to her age I was a little worried how she would settle in but she is absolutely loving it. She is always excited to go to "ollipops" and comes home happy, often with a craft or painting that she has done. The staff
are wonderful and I feel reassured that my daughter is in safe hands. So happy to have found Leigh Lollipops Nursery and highly recommend.
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Review from Samantha H (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has only been going to Leigh Lollipops Nursery since late February this year and she is settling in well thanks to the friendly and helpful staff. There are always lots of activities for the children to do, inside and in a lovely outside garden.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.626)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.626) out of 10 for Leigh Lollipops Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 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 4.826 for Leigh Lollipops Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (79 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 92 Ratings = 4.826
  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 4.8 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Leigh Lollipops Nursery is based on 8 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 = 3.8
    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 26 number of registered child places is 5.2, which has been reached with 8 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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Awards / Recognitions (2)

Meet the Team (7)

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Amy

Job Title: Head of Nursery Joined: 2015

Amy, our Head of Nursery, is a qualified teacher, holding a Bachelor of Honours Degree in Education (Level 6) and also has a Level 4 qualification in Nursery Management.


Amy is also:
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL);
Safer Recruitment Lead;
Behaviour Management Lead;
Health and Safety Officer;
Fire Warden; E-Safety Officer;
Inclusion and Equal Opportunities Lead

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Alice

Job Title: Administrator and Registrar Joined: 2014

Alice holds a degree in Psychology.


Alice is also:
Deputy DSL;
First Aid Lead;
Data Protection Officer (DPO)

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Liz

Job Title: Deputy / Early Years Practitioner Joined: 2020

Liz is a qualified teacher, holding a degree in Education (Level 6).


Liz is also:
Two-Year-Olds' Lead;
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Paige

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Joined: 2024

Paige holds a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare


Paige is also:
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Holly

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Joined: 2017

Holly holds a Level 2 Diploma in Childcare


Holly is also:
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Lauren

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Joined: 2023

Lauren holds a Level 2 Diploma in Childcare.


Lauren is also:
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Chanel

Job Title: Volunteer Joined: 2024

Chanel is our volunteer

Frequently Asked Questions about Leigh Lollipops Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Leigh Lollipops Nursery accepts?

Leigh Lollipops Nursery accepts Children aged from 3 years 9 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Leigh Lollipops Nursery Open?

Leigh Lollipops Nursery is open: Monday 08:30-14:00, Tuesday 08:30-14:00, Wednesday 08:30-14:00, Thursday 08:30-14:00, Friday 08:30-14:00.

How many Children does Leigh Lollipops Nursery have capacity for?

Leigh Lollipops Nursery has capacity for a total of 26 Children.

How far is Leigh Lollipops Nursery to the centre of Reigate?

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

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