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Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool

5 Super Street, Clayton le Moors, Accrington, Lancashire BB5 5ST
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Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool, Accrington
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Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool, Accrington

Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool offers childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old in Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire.

The nursery benefits from bright, airy rooms and its own large gardens, where children enjoy a wide range of activities and play areas filled with toys made from natural resources. Play areas are carefully designed to support each child's development in line with the EYFS curriculum.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Sarah Slater(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 80

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday07:30-18:00
  • Thursday07:30-18:00
  • Friday07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

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Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.038) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool has 20 reviews.

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Review from Fiona M (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We have been members of the little sparks family for 7 years over 2 children. The staff are so caring and really do seem to enjoy working with the children. The nursery setting is a home from home! They are always willing to help with any problems and also put on great awareness evenings like potty training which are a great idea! My son has allergies that are so carefully looked after and make sure he isnt left out when having treats that he wouldn't be able to eat. Thanks for looking after F so well! :)

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Review from Molly G (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little boy absolutely loves going here and learns something new every day. The staff are also really amazing and always do there best to support the children wherever possible. He really enjoys the water activities and tells me all about them after every session

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Review from Kallan M (Father of Child) published on 5 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our little one has thrived from a little baby to a little superstar with whom we are extremely proud of , we get a bit jealous because she comes home and many times mentions the staff at nursery with a beautiful smile on her face

The staff are lovely individuals and to them its clear it is not just a job , they put their heart into the place and turn our babies into Little Sparks !!

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Review from Emily W (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has had a wonderful time at Little Sparks Nursery. The staff are all friendly and welcoming. They have got to know my son as an individual and have worked hard to bring on his confidence. He has thrived whilst at Little Sparks thanks to the hard work of the Preschool team. I feel he will be leaving them well prepared for the transition to school.

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Review from Anna C (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Choosing Little Sparks for our son was the best decision we could have made. He has settled in beautifully and the staff are wonderful. Thank you to everyone for looking after our baby boy so well - it is much appreciated!

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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic nursery, all the staff at Little sparks are so friendly and welcoming. It's great that we get regular updates on the online app of our children's day and seeing their learning story with pictures of the activities they are doing makes me feel happy and grateful knowing my little one is enjoying himself, learning and exploring new things and is being well taken care off. The staff give a thorough update on my little ones day when i pick him up also. The nursery has a great layout inside and outside for the children to learn, explore and play.

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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been at Little Sparks for 2 months now after spending the first 2 years at home with me/part time with a childminder who had a small group. I was super conscious of how she was going to settle, but I can say with confidence that the staff at Little Sparks have been great and she's settled in so well. She loves nursery, gets excited to go in the mornings and loves the staff and environment. She enjoys a variety of meals and snacks and indoor and outdoor play and activities. She is learning more each day and I feel that she is safe and well cared for when she is there. Any queries I have had as a parent have been answered quickly and the needs of my little girl have so far been met by all of the lovely staff. I'm happy we chose this nursery!

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Review from Faye P (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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Little sparks look after my little boy like he is their own. He is happy, making amazing progress socially and with general development. Couldn't have asked for a better nursery. Thank you for doing what you do!

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Review from S Z (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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This nursery is definitely one of the best in Clayton! With a home-from-home feel both my children have settled in so well and made to be part of the Little Sparks family. With different rooms like sensory and library lodge and forest school activities, they have thought of it all. Communication is fantastic and all staff are likeable, approachable and always on hand to help

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Review from Tsvetina M (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing staff. Absolutely great work with my children who are not English and were strong with understanding. But the team started working with him and he is singing and speaking at home and I am so happy for that.

Thank you so much for the hard work!

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Review from Subrina S (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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I don’t know where to start; from our very first settling in session it was so clear that my daughter absolutely loved it here. She’s built the most beautiful bonds with the staff in the baby room and it’s made me feel so at ease. We’ve been here a month now, alongside another nursery, and based on how enormously happy she is at Little Sparks we’ve been lucky enough to increase her days. The staff in the baby room have gone above and beyond not just for my child, but for us as parents too. The structured learning through play and the gentle and caring approach is everything you’d want from people caring for your child. There’s a therapeutic attention and you can feel it in the atmosphere. I cannot recommend this nursery enough to anyone. I have an app that I am updated with very regularly and it’s so nice to see her wanting to go to her workers when she’s dropped off.

Thank you so much for everything you do!

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Review from Victoria P (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My little boy has attended little sparks from being 11 months old (he is now almost 4) he adores the staff at nursery, always loves attending, eats delicious meals he often won't entertain at home (quite often seconds too) and falls asleep usually as soon as he gets through the door which to me shows he has a jam-packed day playing and learning.

All of the staff at Little Sparks are friendly and approachable and will help with any problems in any way they can. I really can't recommend this nursery enough.

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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery and great staff, my son loves coming to nursery, when we go away he always asks when he is going back to nursery! Great communication and my son has developed in all areas and has come on lots!

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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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This is the first nursery my son has been to. I was quite scared to send my son to nursery because no one looks after him other than me and dad. But Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool have put my mind at ease. I’m glad I went with them, they treat my little boy amazing as the other children. Because my son is a very fussy eater when he won’t eat what the other children eat they accommodate for him and go above and beyond for him. Definitely 5 stars

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Review from Lydia B (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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I feel my child is safe and well cared for. They have a great choice of meals and snacks. Also, have many different activities for my child to take part in throughout the day. I also know my child enjoys going to Little Sparks Nursery and is happy when returning home.

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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has come on so well since starting nursery a year ago. The staff are incredibly friendly and I fully trust them to take the best care of my little girl. They are always taking part in various different activities. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone

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Review from Lisa A (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Such a friendly and welcoming nursery my little boy has come on in leaps and bounds since attending little sparks. The staff can’t do enough for you as a parent and make you feel very safe leaving your children.

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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started here at 2 years old and is due to leave in July. I'll be so sad to see her leave, the whole team has been fantastic, she's made friends and has come on so much in all areas. The nursery is spread over three terraced houses and it really is like a home from home feel. The support from the staff is always amazing and even if you have an issue they are always on hand to help. Would recommend to anyone.

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Review from Amanda W (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Little Sparks does everything and more. They treat our child like their own, and they do base days around their likes and needs. My daughter went into the baby room shy and cautious and now she is a whirlwind of happiness! She took her first steps at the nursery she is learning words and dancing and socialisation. The ladies not only have the children’s welfare at heart they take care of each other and do staff treats and appreciation and it’s a great example of showing how to treat each other. I can’t praise the place highly enough, if you are thinking about taking your child there don’t hesitate and sign them up, I can’t wait to see our daughter's further development with the Little Sparks family!

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Review from Robyn R (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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My little one absolutely loves going to nursery and can't wait to get out the door on a morning, bringing me her coat and bag (even on a weekend). She settled in so quickly despite my worries before she started. All the staff are fab and she loves the baby room! She eats lots of yummy grub and gets up to loads of activities indoor and outdoor. She comes home every week with something new she has learnt. She has her own book so that we can know what she's been up to and when she's eaten, slept and been changed. Plus an app with pics! Staff always have time to offer support and to tell tales of what they've been up to with the little ones. I know I can call and check in anytime which I do quite a bit and the girls are always great at keeping me informed and monitoring anything I'm worried about with my child. They've helped and supported going cold turkey with the dummy and with removing certain foods from her diet. Couldn't ask for better communication or a better nursery.

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Sarah Job Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2020

Hello my names Sarah,

Welcome to Little Sparks Nursery, I am the nursery manager of our outstanding, home from home childcare service. We provide quality childcare, offering a family approach when welcoming our children, parents, carers and staff with our Little Sparks Family ethos. We have a highly qualified staff team with myself holding a Masters degree working with children and young people and our very own early years teacher in preschool. All our staff team are first aid qualified and have completed safeguarding children training including our amazing chef.

I am a very hands on manager, I love being with the children and staff to see how the nursery is progressing and ensuring our learning environments and practices support the children's care and learning needs. I am very passionate and believe children, parents, carers and the staff team should work together to ensure both you and your child's experience at Little Sparks nursery is outstanding.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool Open?

Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool is open: 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.

How many Children does Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 80 Children.

How far is Little Sparks Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Accrington?

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

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