Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle

110 Apperley Road, Idle, Bradford BD10 9SR
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9.9 77 Reviews
  • Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle, Bradford
Little Wellies is a family owned and run nursery offering high quality childcare between Bradford and Leeds. Set in a beautiful detached stone building close to Idle village centre, it is easily accessible but set back from the main road.

Children have access to a wealth of resources, a vast amount of outside space and a wonderful interactive sensory room. They ensure that children are captivated and engrossed in their learning through beautiful, authentic resources and skilful interactions by practitioners. You will see few “toys” at Little Wellies, after all why use a plastic “play” tea set when a real ceramic one is much more enticing!
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Elizabeth Wilson (Registered Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 6

Total Places for Children

  • 52

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full day - £69.50 / Half day from - £41

  • Discounts for siblings and full time places.

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 & Christmas

Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle Reviews (77)

9.9

Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.949) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle has 77 reviews.

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Review from Leia T (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very warm and outgoing atmospheres approachable and easy to communicate with staff listen and try to meet children's needs the best they can take your views in to consideration and are on the ball all kids seem happy
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
We agree, the children are all very happy at nursery and we pride ourselves on our homely atmosphere. Thank you for your lovely review. Linsi
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Review from Hannah D (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery they treat my little one like there own she always comes back happy and is always so excited to go the staff are so lovely there and always have such a high standard of care cant fault the place at all. X
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
I'm so pleased you're happy. Thank you for taking the time to review. Linsi
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my boys have been to Little Wellies in Idle. My oldest, who is now in year 1, loved every minute. He was nurtured, supported and cared for and this meant he was ready for school when the time came. I didn't hesitate to choose the nursery for my younger son who is still there now. The staff are
friendly, welcoming and thoroughly get to know the children. He loves nursery.and the many fun, engaging activities that they provide.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
We're so pleased you're happy. Thank you for your lovely review. Linsi
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Review from Victoria M (Foster Parent of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After visiting a number of nurseries, We put our foster boy in this nursery as we felt it had the warmest feel and staff are very friendly. The children are very well cared for and have loads of different activities to do on a daily basis. My foster boy absolutely loves attending and he follows the
routine so well with thanks to the staff for their consistency. We are always very welcomed and we receive daily reports on what our children have been up during the sessions. The meals are always home cooked and very healthy and the space altogether in the nursery is just amazing
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Aww thank you! That's all so wonderful to read. Linsi
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Review from Amy D (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery so much, they are like our family!
The staff at little wellies take such pride and care in each individual child that they care for every day, I hand on heart feel like they are our extended family. We've shared so many highs together from his first word and his first steps. All
because of their knowledge and love, the confidence they create with our children is so beautiful to see. It's always extremely nerve wracking when sending them to nursery for the first time, but I just knew this was where his heart belonged. He loves spending time outside exploring and little wellies allows him to explore his interests in the huge outdoor space. His key worker is truly an angel sent from above. The knowledge she has passed on to me and to my son, I am so grateful for. They know my son like the back of their hand truly cared for as one of their own. He has a great group of friends and at the end of each weekend he is so excited to return to nursery to see them
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
The team will absolutely love reading this. Thank you so much for sharing. Linsi
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Review from Kerrie W (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wellies Idle is absolutely amazing. My son loves all the staff and they all take time out to make him feel special. He has come on leaps and bounds since starting a couple of years ago. They spend as much time outside as possible which is great for the children
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
We love being outside in all weathers and the children have a fabulous time. Thank you for your lovely review. Linsi
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Review from Kat G (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has attended little wellies since he was 8 months old, he is nearly 4 and has been through all the different rooms and thrived with all the practitioners. I love the fact everyone knows who my little boy is, says hi and bye everyday and knows me and has made the time to get to know us
both. This has given me little boy the confidence to thrive and we will both be so sad when he leave in the summer. He always has so much fun and loves attending little wellies so thank you to all the staff that have made the 3 years he's been there so far so special.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
What a kind and thoughtful review. Thank you so much! Linsi
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Review from Victoria E (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wellies in Idle is truly an exceptional nursery. From the moment you walk through the door, every single staff member greets you with the warmest hello, making you instantly feel welcome and reassured. Their kindness, patience, and genuine love for the children shine through in everything they
do.
Our daughter has been surrounded by cuddles, comfort, and constant encouragement since her very first day. The team creates such a nurturing, joyful environment that she absolutely adore; as parents, that means everything. It's clear they go above and beyond to make every child feel safe, supported, and celebrated.
A special mention has to go to Megan, our daughters key worker. The bond she has built with her is just beautiful. Megans care, attentiveness, and the way she supports and guides has helped our little girl flourish in the most incredible way!
Little Wellies is a truly wonderful nursery, we cant recommend it enough!
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Thank you so much! What a fabulous review. The team will love reading it. Linsi
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Review from Suzanne C (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little wellies have gone above a beyond for my little boy. He is almost 4 but has had his struggles. Little wellies have made sure he has a ehcp in place and do everything they can to get him all the help he needs to catch up. He currently has a 1 to 1 Helen and she is absolutely brilliant with him.
I will be very sad he will be leaving in July to start big school but so so grateful for all they have done for him. They have an amazing outdoor play area which my son absolutely adores and has come home with half of the mud kitchen all over him so i know how much fun he has had. Inside they have lots of toys to play with and the learning activities are so cute. ALL the staff are amazing and would recommend over and over again.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
What a wonderful review. Thank you! The team will be thrilled that you are so happy. Linsi
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Review from Cherelle R (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are amazing always warm welcoming comforting and a joy to have around any child the nursery and staff go above and beyond for every child and I would recommend this nursery to all my family and friends
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
That's lovely to read. Thank you so much for your review. Linsi
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Review from Kate C (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had a fab settling in experience and is very happy. She has bonded with all of the staff in the room very well and does lots of fun activities throughout each day. The feedback is thorough at the end of each session too.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Thank you for your review. We're so pleased you're happy. Linsi
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Review from Louise H (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been at little wellies for 7 months now, she loves it there, she's happy, they do so many activities that keep her stimulated and she's learning new skills everyday the staff are so helpful and lovely couldn't recommend it more her keyworker Georgia is amazing along with all the raindrops
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Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
We agree, the raindrops team are amazing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Linsi
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Review from Donna J (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been in each room at the nursery and without exception has been cared for, challenged and developed every step of the way. Thanks to all the team who work so hard to make such a lovely environment for the children.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
That's lovely to read. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us. Linsi
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Review from Emily S (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending since she was 7.5 months old and is now 2.5, and she has absolutely thrived. She learns so much each day and comes home excited to tell us everything she's done. Her imagination runs wild thanks to the amazing activities they provide. All the staff are so lovely, friendly
and approachable, and they genuinely care. We've always felt so supported.
Our little boy starts next week, and based on our experience with our daughter, we know he'll be in the best hands too. Couldn't recommend Little Wellies enough
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
We're looking forward to your son starting with us. Thank you for trusting us. Linsi
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been really happy with Little Wellies since our little boy started earlier this year. All staff are really attentive and caring especially when he has needed some extra reassurance. We are really happy with Little Wellies and feel confident that he is safe and well looked after whilst at nursery.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
That's wonderful to read. Thank you for sharing. Linsi
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been at Little Wellies for 8 months now and he absolutely loves it. The staff are all friendly and professional and they provide a safe space for the children to play and learn. I love seeing what they get up to each day and can't believe how many activities they do.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Thank you for your wonderful review. We appreciate it. Linsi
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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful care for my son. All the staff members are so welcoming. And the key workers in my son's room are beyond amazing. He loves nursery and I have no worries leaving him. Lovely atmosphere and environment, and the activities they do with the children are so varied. They really encourage independence
as they grow older.
Would highly recommend this nursery. This is my second child here and I wouldn't ever want my children to go anywhere else.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Director at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Linsi
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Review from Natasha P (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy (16m) has been just started nursery this month and I've been amazed at how well he's settled in. The activities and routine they get the kids in is wonderful and he's already excited to go to nursery in a morning. The handovers are great to get detail on what they've been upto that day
and everyone is so friendly.
Reply from Linsi, Joint Owner at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
That is so lovely to read! Thank you so much for sharing your happiness with us. Linsi
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Review from Kayleigh A (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started here in September this year and she took quite a while to settle, during this time the team were great, so patient and reassuring! She now absolutely loves it and doesn't look back when I drop her off!
Lovely to have regular updates on the closed social media group too to see what
they have been up to!
Thank you Little Wellies Idle for all that you do for our little ones!
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Joint Owner at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm so pleased that you enjoy seeing regular updates from Nursery. Linsi
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Review from Jessica E (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wellies has brought my daughter on so much! This is her first year going to a nursery and I've seen a massive difference in her. Little Wellies go the extra mile to get the best out of the children and encourage them to try new things. It's so lovely to see the children all engaging and friendships
developing. I cannot fault the staff in the slightest as they keep parents in the loop with what happened throughout the day and build great relationships with the children.
Reply from Linsi Tidswell, Joint Owner at Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle
Aww that's amazing to read. Thank you! We agree that the team are fab! Linsi
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.949)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.949) out of 10 for Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle 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 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 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 4.949 for Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle is calculated as follows: ( (468 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 492 Ratings = 4.949
  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 Wellies Day Nursery Idle is based on 41 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 52 number of registered child places is 10.4, which has been reached with 41 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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Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2014

Hi. My name is Lizzy. I am very proud to be the Manager of our setting in Idle. Since opening in 2020, we have grown considerably and we are now a thriving, busy nursery; full of laughter, smiles and fun. I’d love you to come and visit us and find out for yourself what makes us so special.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle accepts?

Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle Open?

Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle 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 Wellies Day Nursery Idle have capacity for?

Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle has capacity for a total of 52 Children.

How far is Little Wellies Day Nursery Idle to the centre of Bradford?

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

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