Little Forest Folk Twickenham

Heatham House Youth Centre, Whitton Road, Twickenham TW1 1BH
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9.9 16 Reviews
  • Little Forest Folk Twickenham, Twickenham
Little Forest Folk Twickenham is a forest nursery that is currently rated GOOD by OFSTED (Aug 2022). It encourages two to five year olds to become adaptable, innovative learners in a safe and caring environment. The setting ensures that the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum is met whilst in their natural surroundings and is proud to offer a 1:4 ratio of staff to children, which is one of the main foundations of little ones thriving in the great outdoors.

Using the resources that the outdoors has to offer encourages children's minds and triggers their imagination. Whilst Little Forest Folk follows child-led and play-based care, the curriculum is still adhered to & little ones are observed and assessed as they would be in an indoor nursery, just in natural surroundings.

At Little Forest Folk Twickenham, the exciting outside space is located with the indoor space, within the grounds of the historic Heatham House and alongside the River Crane which children are able to observe throughout the year and even explore in the warmer months! There is a cosy sleeping tent with inflatable sleeping mats for children who nap in the middle of the day as well as a fire circle for wild cooking and holding conversations. There are also forest toilets, a nappy changing tent and handwashing stations on site for all to use.

Children arrive at the indoor space at 8am for a hearty, homemade breakfast and then head out to the magical woodland garden in their wellies and waterproofs, where they spend the rest of their day outdoors, fully surrounded by nature. A morning snack, lunch and an afternoon snack are enjoyed in the camp. Children enjoy lots of child-led play throughout the day, and then a scrumptious dinner in the indoor space before heading home.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Miranda Ford (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 8

Total Places for Children

  • 20

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full Days, 8am - 6pm, £118.18 per day

  • Fee are annualised and charged monthly.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Inset Days & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Drop off and pick up parking only

Little Forest Folk Twickenham Reviews (16)

9.9

Little Forest Folk Twickenham has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Forest Folk Twickenham has 16 reviews.

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Review from Jennifer M (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son absolutely loved his time at the forest. It really is a magical place where children have the freedom to play, explore nature and grow into lovely children. The staff are genuinely passionate about what they do and are always creating new fun ways for the children to develop. We loved it so
much our younger son has now joined . Thanks to Miranda and the team
Reply from Little ForestFolk, Admin at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear how much your son loved his time in the forest - it's such a joy to see children grow in confidence, curiosity and imagination…read more
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy spent over 2 years here in Twickenham, he has loved and been supported by the staff, especially Miranda and Denisa, we were very sad to leave and they have felt like family. In the winter time, there is so much care and attention taken to keep children warm and cosy, and advice on clothing,
including warm hot chocolate and fire pits on those chilly days to make it more exciting. It has been a privelidge to have been part of this unique forest school. The staff have helped with every aspect from toilet training and eating, I have felt supported and also welcome by the staff, and the communication with the nursery on the app, every day photos has kept me informed from eating to how many times he went to the loo.I wondered how he would manage a classroom,but the social skills, listening, respect he has for others having been taught at forest school, he has flown into class with enthusiasm and courage thanks to the forest and teachers.We Will be back on holidays!
Reply from Little ForestFolk, Admin at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It's been such a joy to have your little one with us at Little Forest Folk Twickenham over the past two years. We're so glad to hear how supported and…read more
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Review from Sam E (Father of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son had the most magical time at Little Forest Folk over the past year. From his very first day, he thrived in the forest school environment - exploring, learning, and coming home full of stories and muddy boots! As a parent, all you really want is to feel completely at ease when you drop your little
one off each morning, and Miranda and her wonderful team delivered this and so much more. Their warmth, care, and attention made every day feel special and gave us complete confidence that our son was in the best possible hands. The nursery gave him amazing preparation for school, helping him grow in confidence and independence. Miranda is truly exceptional with the children - kind, patient, and full of energy. Being out in nature every day worked wonders for our energetic little boy, building resilience, curiosity, and a lifelong love of the outdoors. We couldn't recommend Little Forest Folk more highly!
Reply from Little ForestFolk, Admin at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for your beautiful review!
We're absolutely delighted to hear how magical your son's time at Little Forest Folk has been and how much he's thrived in the forest school environment…read more
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Review from Amanda E (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
LFF Twickenham is one of a kind and will always hold such special memories for us and our eldest son. He joined just before turning 3 and stayed until 4 and he absolutely loved it. The only reason we left was because we moved to Surrey.
What makes LFF so special is its truly child-led approach. Our
son, who has hypermobility, was supported in building his physical strength in a caring, understanding environment. At the same time, he grew in confidence, learned kindness, built lovely friendships with his peers and also built an incredible imagination!
It was also wonderful for us as parents to be part of a community of like-minded families who value children's freedom to run, explore and learn in their own way. Special thanks to the leader and all the other teachers at LFF, whose experience and dedication made such a positive impact on our little one's journey.
Reply from Little ForestFolk, Admin at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We're delighted to hear how special Little Forest Folk Twickenham has been for your family and how much your son loved his time with us. It's wonderful to…read more
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Review from Leigh P (Father of Child) published on 25 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't have asked for a better start to our child's early years than with Twickenham Little Forest Folk. The team created such a magical, nurturing environment where children are not only free to explore and learn through nature but are also truly seen, heard, and celebrated for who they are.
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educators are warm, patient, and incredibly thoughtful-each one takes the time to understand every child's unique personality and needs, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence. Every day felt like an adventure, and the forest setting gave our child the space to develop a love of nature, storytelling, and imaginative play.
We are so grateful for the memories made and the impact the nursery had on our child's development. Even after moving on, those experiences continue to be talked about with joy. We wholeheartedly recommend Little Forest Folk Twickenham to any family looking for something special-it's a truly magical place.
Reply from Lauren Edwards, Admin at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, it's wonderful to hear how enjoyable and beneficial your little one's time with us was, and the cherished memories you now have to look back…read more
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Forest Folk Twickenham was life-changing for our son. He thrived during his 2 years there, keeping active, engaged about the outdoors and the world around him, and made wonderful friends with the children and educators alike. As parents, we were kept up to date with photos, updates and chats
at the gate, and had no doubt he was in the best hands. The nursery is incredibly well-managed and all the staff seem highly engaged and enthusiastic. The food also was excellent.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review. We're so glad to hear that your little one thrived with us in the forest.
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Review from Mehriban N (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Little Forest Folk Twickenham just a week after turning two and attended for 2.5 years. It was her first and only childcare setting, and she loved it from day one. I've seen her grow both emotionally and physically, and I truly believe that unstructured, imaginative play has been
beneficial for her-she often engages in creative play on her own at home. The outdoor setting of this nursery is an incredible way to help children develop a love for nature, no matter the weather. We feel so fortunate to have Little Forest Folk in Twickenham, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review and for your glowing recommendation, we really appreciate it. We're so glad to hear that your little one enjoyed her time with us in the forest.
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Review from Hannah T (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Well, what can I say about Little Forest Folk Twickenham? Since starting my elder son at the nursery in 2022, our values, in terms of how we choose to educate our children, have transformed. A truly child-led environment where every child is understood and known. They have had the freedom to grow and
experience themselves as part of the community in nature. They are spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally stimulated in the outdoor setting and learning as such takes on a new meaning. We have chosen to continue educating our three children in this manner as we have seen how being outdoors, guided by supportive adults, fosters self-motivation, good health and academics later down the line. Special thanks to the Nursery manager, who is an expert in the field. Under her careful leadership, all staff have come to know my children as individuals, becoming key figures in their early years. The fruits of their hard work will extend far beyond their early years. Thank you!
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review. We are privileged to have had your little ones join us in the forest for their early years education and we couldn't do it without parents who…read more
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Review from Etta B (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have only wonderful things to say about Little Forest Folk Twickenham. Two of my children went there and they absolutely flourished both physically and emotionally whilst they were there. It is a wonderfully serene outdoor space where the kids can let off some steam and also let their imaginations
flow under the care of the patient and energetic educators. We loved that all ages of children mix together and found that it really helped our kids development both when they were the smallest and could learn off others and when they were the biggest and could use their ability to emphasise, something they had learnt so well at Little Forest Folk Twickenham and take on more of a caring role. We loved that the educators make such an effort to get to know each child's passion and interests rather than a one size fits all approach to activity based learning. We would wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review of our Twickenham nursery, it's so great to hear the ways that your little ones thrived with us in the forest!
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Review from Sandra W (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Forest Folk Twickenham is a brilliant setting which my son attended from the age of 3. He attended part-time (2 days a week) and was at an indoor nursery for 2 days, and honestly, it can't compare. He preferred the staff, the room for imagination, the outdoor openness and he also made much closer
friends in the forest. If we would do it again, we would have put him in full-time. It is how childhood should be.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review. We are so glad that your little one enjoyed his time at Little Forest Folk and that you would look to join us again.
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Review from Alice B (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Forest Folk Twickenham is an amazing nursery and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a nursery for their little ones.
The staff are very kind, friendly and attentive. They are very passionate about the nursery's ethos and create the most wonderful place for the children to learn, play
and thrive. The outdoor setting is fantastic for learning and open-ended play. My son's imagination has come to life since attending the forest. We will be very sad when my son has to leave!
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review! We are so glad to hear your little one is thriving with us in the forest!
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Review from Helen W (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Little Forest Folk Twickenham. It's a wonderful mix of a peaceful outdoor space with brilliant educators who bring such energy and patience to the forest. We have noticed such a difference in our son's confidence, ability to empathise with other children and language ability since
joining Little Forest Folk from another nursery that was predominantly inside with segregated rooms by age group. We couldn't be happier with the nursery and would recommend to anyone.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review - we are so glad to hear that your little one is thriving in the peacefulness of our forest nursery!
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Review from Farah Y (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one loves nature and being outdoors and so Little Forest Folk is a dream for her. The opportunity to explore and learn organically under the care of some lovely educators is essential for children in the early years and I feel this nursery definitely does that. The staff are caring and attentive
and I love the daily snaps and updates on how she's doing. Definitely recommend.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
What a lovely review, thank you for sharing your experiences in the forest! We're so glad your little one is enjoying her forest adventures!
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Review from T T (Father of Child) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our two daughters have been through Little Forest Folk Twickenham full-time (one still attending) and we can recommend this nursery as outstanding in all domains. Very stimulating and nurturing. Also on average better staff and more favourable ratios of teacher/children than at any other local alternatives.
We have direct experience as parents at three other local nurseries, and we can confidently say LFF Twickenham is in a different league!
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad that your little ones have had a wonderful time in the forest!
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Review from Daniela P (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our older daughter attended Little Forest Folk Twickenham and our younger one still does. It is a small nursery and there is little staff rotation, so the staff really get to know very well the children. The staff is amazing, highly motivated and go above and beyond to provide the best care for the
children. Children are encouraged to be curious, and independent and to respect and love nature. We could not have asked more for the EYFS education for our daughters. Thank you very much to all of the Little Forest Folk team!
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so happy to have been part of your little one's early years journey!
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Review from Rebecca L (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Forest Folk is an incredible setting for children from 2 years. We moved our son there in September after he turned 3 and he has loved it. The children are outdoors all day, wrapped up in winter and in shorts and t-shirts in summer. Their philosophy is based on open-ended play and being in nature.
I was nervous about the set-up at first but have seen our son’s confidence, resilience and imagination bloom since he joined.
Reply from Kat, Administrator at Little Forest Folk Twickenham
Thank you for your review - it's wonderful to hear how your little one is flourishing in the forest!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.927)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10 for Little Forest Folk Twickenham 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.927 for Little Forest Folk Twickenham is calculated as follows: ( (180 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.927
  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 Forest Folk Twickenham is based on 16 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 20 number of registered child places is 4, which has been reached with 16 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)

Miranda

Miranda

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2019

Miranda is the nursery manager at Twickenham and has been with Little Forest Folk for 4+ years, across various roles and nurseries.


Miranda is a Montessori trained teacher who loves working with the early years ages, especially in the outdoors. She has worked in day nurseries, private nurseries, as a tutor, as a nanny and she has also worked and travelled extensively abroad over the years.


Miranda loves walking and has conquered several coast lines and ancient walls, she loves creating and getting messy, she has climbed a few mountains, and has an allotment in her back garden. Miranda thoroughly enjoys exploring, learning and accompanying a child on their adventurous investigation of life.

Harriet

Harriet

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

Harriet has loved the outdoors for as long as she can remember, and is passionate about helping children explore, learn, and grow in nature. Harriet is forest school trained and shares in Little Forest Folk’s values of curiosity, resilience, and respect for the world around us. Over the years, Harriet has worked at LFF Morden and Fulham, and has helped on other sites, gaining a wide range of experience. Harriet spent three years working away from Little Forest Folk but chose to come back because she truly believes in the unique approach and community at LFF.


Harriet has always believed in the saying, “When life gives you rain, play in the puddles,” because every moment outdoors is an opportunity to discover, create, and have fun. Whether it’s building dens, discovering mini-beasts, or enjoying quiet moments under the trees, she strives to create a safe, nurturing space where every child’s unique spark can shine. Outside of work, Harriet enjoys walking, skiing, and paddleboarding, and she also volunteers with the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry — an experience that strengthens her skills in safety, teamwork, and problem-solving while serving the community.

Emer

Emer

Job Title: Forest Educational Lead Joined: 2022

Emer is passionate about delivering high-quality outdoor learning experiences to little people. Her love helped her obtain a first-class honours degree in the Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Education and Training awarded by Dublin City University.


Emer loves to motivate and create fun and thriving learning opportunities. She feels that creating a safe environment, helps children to explore and be active in their learning. She believes that children learn best in the great outdoors, and she hopes to help our Little Forest Folk-ers thrive.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Forest Folk Twickenham

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Forest Folk Twickenham accepts?

Little Forest Folk Twickenham accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Forest Folk Twickenham Open?

Little Forest Folk Twickenham is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Little Forest Folk Twickenham have capacity for?

Little Forest Folk Twickenham has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is Little Forest Folk Twickenham to the centre of Twickenham?

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

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