Little Rascals Nursery

12 Lonsdale Gardens, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1NU
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9.9 136 Reviews
  • Little Rascals Nursery, Tunbridge Wells
Little Rascals Nursery is situated in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells.

The nursery is located on Lonsdale Gardens in a beautiful three-storey converted house.

It is located only a short walk from Tunbridge Wells train station.

The nursery is open full-time from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm caring for children aged from 3 months to 5 years.

Staff work with parents to gain information about their child’s learning at home to help children develop a range of skills.

The nursery chef and a paediatric dietician create tasty, healthy meals every day to meet the needs of each age range.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Millie Thompson (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 34

Total Places for Children

  • 79

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Little Rascals Nursery Reviews (136)

9.9

Little Rascals Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.898) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Rascals Nursery has 136 reviews.

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Review from Rory S (Father of Child) published on 16 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Little Rascals since January 2020 and he couldn't be happier there. He is a child who loves the outdoors, and I have been impressed with how much garden play his has there; come rain or shine, they get out there and have fun in the really well-equipped garden. He has had his moments
re-settling post the Covid lockdown, but he was over it very quickly, and that was down to how the staff dealt with it and also how they advised us to deal with it to. They have truly been a great support to parents and families through this tricky time with regular updates and clear well thought out measures in place, and none of it has been at the detriment of the children's care or their enjoyment of it. My son is excited to be there and always happy on pick up. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
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Review from R V (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can not recommend Little Rascals Nursery highly enough. Our son has thrived since returning to the nursery following the Covid restrictions particularly in both his language and numeracy. The nursery is brilliant for encouraging outdoor activity and keeps the parents informed weekly of what their
little rascals have been doing each week!
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review. It is wonderful to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time with us.
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Review from Kane (Father of Child) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Spent a long time looking for the right nursery and we definitely chose correctly. Cannot fault them. Very relaxed in the knowledge that our child is getting the right childcare with Little Rascals Nursery.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted you are happy at our nursery.
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Review from Maryse H (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter joined during the summer, settled in great and absolutely loves going to nursery. It wasn’t the easiest time to start, with the situation at the moment, but we were kept up to date with how she was settling in and what she was doing during the day etc. Everything feels very safe and drop
off and pick up goes smoothly. Amazing staff, always friendly and enthusiastic.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how much your daughter has settled in with us.
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Review from Camilla F (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really friendly and lovely staff, very responsive and organised on email, and most importantly my 13-month-old son settled in brilliantly. His development came on loads after he started, and he eats really well - lots of dairy-free options every day. We are moving house and I am so sad to have to move
him out of Little Rascals.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how your son has enjoyed nursery, especially the range of healthy and nutritional meals we provide.
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Review from Antonia V (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very professional yet friendly environment, with large rooms separated by age groups and a lovely refurbished garden area. My daughter has been very happy here and thrived both academically and emotionally.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your brilliant review. We are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery with us, especially out fantastic garden space.
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Review from Kate J (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started at Little Rascals in the baby room and has now finished in toddlers. We said goodbye today as we are now starting our journey at pre-prep. If you're looking for a nursery that has staff who genuinely care for each child, who build not only a bond with them but with the parents as well,
who treat each child with love and warmth, then this is the place for you. All staff are wonderful and it's a sad day to leave the building. My child has excelled since being there and has a lovely and very lively group of friends. The nursery provides everything from nappies to food, so all you have to bring is a spare change of clothes, or two. Since covid, the nursery team have done everything to ensure a safe environment for the children. They make each day fun for the kids, doing various activities and crafts, they get to play in the garden, before lockdown would visit parks and the library. I can't recommend Little Rascals enough, it's a home from home. We will miss it terribly.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear how much your child has enjoyed their time with us, especially the range of fun activities we have.
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Review from Vicki G (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Rascals Nursery has been perfect for my daughter. They have a very nurturing approach, all of the staff and managers know all of the children, and they are creative at coming up with things to entertain them. They have an indoor exercise room in case it is raining, and the garden has recently
been done up so has a great feel to it. The food is varied and healthy, and there's plenty of it in case they want seconds! I think my daughter is very safe and well looked after there, and considering the number of hours they do in a day, I can't fault the value for money.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery, especially the yummy food we provide.
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Review from Gemma M (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am leaving a review as my son is coming to the end of his time at Little Rascals Nursery as he is moving to Pre-Prep.
My son was shown such support and kindness when he first started in the baby room. He had such a wonderful team that was all so nurturing, always singing and playing, he was really
happy to leave me and join in the fun.
He moved through all 3 rooms and had a great time in all of them! The staff are all fantastic and I always felt really comfortable leaving my son in their care.
The management team were all great and also offered fantastic support.
The food is also great, a varied menu with lots of healthy options.
The nursery itself has had a brilliant makeover since our time there and the facilities are fantastic. My son loved the garden space.
We will be sad to say goodbye to all the wonderful staff.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear how much your son has enjoyed Nursery and Pre-Prep. Especially, our activities and the lovely garden we have.
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Review from Jessica A (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Little Rascals since February this year, and absolutely loves it.
The staff are so friendly, attentive and caring. They also have such great activities for the little ones and fantastic food! The garden is really lovely and definitely marked this nursery out from others.
Knowing that our daughter is in such safe hands, and such a lovely environment has made the tough step of going back to work and leaving our daughter with others so much easier.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are thrilled to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery with us, especially the range of activities and delicious food we provide.
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Review from Victoria H (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Even pre-COVID, everything was perfect but the staff have really risen to the challenge of providing a super safe but still fun environment for our toddler to play and learn in. Pick up and drop off is smooth, the quality of food and care given is excellent and the weekly round-ups sent out to parents
is invaluable. Highly recommend for any parent looking for a place to be nurtured in Tunbridge Wells.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear how much your child enjoy nursery, especially the great food and communication we have in place.
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Review from Chris M (Father of Child) published on 17 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We enrolled both our children (then aged 2 and 4) into Little Rascals Nursery and Pre-school when we moved to Tunbridge Wells in September 2018.
We had moved them from a nursery in London that we had been extremely happy with, but Little Rascals still managed to exceed our expectations.
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of care, stimulation and education provided by the staff there is exceptional. The environment and food are excellent and, most importantly, the kids love it there.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear how much your children enjoy their time with us.
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Review from Katharine TH (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was at Little Rascals from 3-years-old, and my son is still there, having started at 5-months. All of the staff are kind, caring, and extremely well qualified. I know that when I pick them up, they have had a day filled with learning, fun, love, and care. I have an early drop off to make
it into London by 9am. Always a massive warm welcome despite us arriving at 7.30am. I also love how the brilliant staff stay so loyal. It gives me comfort they are enjoying their jobs too. My son is now looked after by the lady who first covered my daughter at the same age. Great location and easy to get to. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your brilliant review. We are so pleased to hear what a positive experience your children have had with us with our fantastic staff team.
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Review from Anne M (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have loved going to Little Rascals; they’ve attended from an early age, and the staff have been amazing at settling them in and entertaining them all day!
The range of activities, play and excursions that the children do are brilliant, and it has really enhanced their confidence,
vocabulary and singing repertoire.
The team always give a comprehensive rundown of the day's adventures, and my daughter often proudly hands over the artwork and other creations!
The measures the team have had to put in place during the coronavirus outbreak has been really well managed, and I have been fully confident to send my youngest back as soon as they re-opened.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased to hear how much your children have developed and enjoy their time with us, especially the range of activities we provide.
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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Rascals Nursery have looked after both my boys since just under one, and they have been amazing! All the staff make sure both children (and parents) are happy and are constantly working hard to make sure the care and environment are caring, fun and safe. The walking bus between nursery and pre-school
has been absolutely brilliant for us as a family due to busy schedules, and we are so grateful for all the help.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased to hear how your sons are enjoying time with us.
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Review from Dal L (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves being at Little Rascals. She is so happy to go in every morning, and she is always in such a lovely mood when we pick her up, which is always a sign she has had loads of fun.
Lockdown has made us realise how important nursery is for her, she is thriving and it’s down to
all the fun activities they do and of course, being around other kids.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased to hear how your daughter is loving her time at nursery, especially with all of our fun activities.
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Review from Charlotte F (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery - my son was in the toddler room. It was his first nursery, and they did an amazing job of settling him in and helping to reassure me too.
A special thank you to the manager and two of the girls in particular.
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Review from Katherine E (Mother of Child) published on 29 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at Little Rascals when he was just under a year old and has really enjoyed his time there. The staff have been wonderful, and so reassuring (to both him and us) especially in the early days. He loves the activities that keep him busy and seems really happy when we collect him each
day. The staff are always good at sharing with us what he has been up to each day and have always been really friendly and informative. It always feels like they all know each of the children really well.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear how your son is enjoying nursery, especially the activities we have!
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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 29 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Rascals is a fabulous nursery. I now have my second child being cared for by their brilliant staff on a weekly basis. She skips in every morning so happily and this is a testament to how comfortable she is there - and how much she enjoys her time and the activities whilst she’s there. For a central
town location, the nursery has plenty of space and a well-cared-for garden.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear how your children have enjoyed and flourished at nursery, especially the activities and garden we have.
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Review from David S (Father of Child) published on 29 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great nursery that both our children have been to and one currently still there. Lovely friendly staff who build genuine connections with the children. Facilities and learning are spot on and nice outdoor spaces.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Little Rascals Nursery
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear how your children have enjoyed their time with us , especially the outdoor space we have.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.898)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.898) out of 10 for Little Rascals Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 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 4.898 for Little Rascals Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (291 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 324 Ratings = 4.898
  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 Rascals Nursery is based on 27 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 79 number of registered child places is 15.8, which has been reached with 27 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)

Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2011

Sarah has worked at Little Rascals since 2011 and has enjoyed working with all age groups from Babies to Preschool children!


She has a BA (Hons) Degree in Early Years and EYPS (Early Years Professional Status).

Gemma

Gemma

Job Title: Deputy Manager, Health and Safety Coordinator Joined: 2011

Gemma has worked at Little Rascals since opening in 2011, and has worked her way up from a Nursery Assistant to Deputy Manager!


Gemma gained her Level 3 qualification in Childcare and education as well as IOSH training since starting with Little Rascals and takes the lead on our health and safety measures at the nursery.

Millie

Millie

Job Title: Deputy Manager (Maternity Cover), Third in Charge Joined: 2019

Millie has worked as a Room Leader for our Under Two room since 2019 and is now covering Maternity Leave as a Deputy Manager, taking the lead on settling in our new children, and monitoring and supporting the team with planning and observations.

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