Little Years Nursery Acomb Reviews (23)
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Little Years Nursery Acomb has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.252) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Years Nursery Acomb has 23 reviews.
Review from Maddy P (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026
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Little Years is a wonderful nursery with attentive and caring staff. They take care to update parents with any developmental progress they're noticing or worries they might have. Our child's independence and social skills have come on in leaps and bounds, no doubt down in part to the safe and happy
environment they create at the nursery. The menu at mealtimes is always varied and nutritious and I especially value the importance they put on messy and sensory play. The enrollment and onboarding was also easy and stress free, and the office staff are always kind and helpful with any query we might have. I recommend Little Years to all parents I meet in the local area.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you so much for the recommendations, these reviews really mean a lot to us x
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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026
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My child is very settled at the nursery. We joined in September after he was unable to settle in another setting. After this experience it has been so wonderful to feel that the staff know my son and enjoy spending time with him. He enjoys nusery and loves his keyworker. He sometimes struggles at drop
off but he settles quickly and I get photo of him when hes settled if its been a tricky drop off. All the staff are approachble and knowlegedge and seem to know all of the children well, although sadly there has been a few staff leave to move on to other things recently. My son always comes home happy and messy (the sign of an excellent day!!) and sometimes doesn't want to leave. He is thriving in their care and we are very greatful.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThat you so much for such a lovely review. I absolutely agree mucky clothes is a sign of a great day. x
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Review from Catherine M (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026
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My 2 year old boy has been at Little Years Nursery for a just over a year now and he is very happy there. Most mornings he runs in with a smile on his face to hug the staff, barely saying goodbye to me, which is very reassuring. The nursery provide updates via an app throughout the day, logging his
meals, naps and nappy changes, and on pick up one of the staff is always available to spend a few minutes telling me how he's been that day.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. I'm really pleased you are all enjoying Little Years.
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Review from L R (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025
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When my child first start at the nursery it was great so welcoming and friendly. Unfortunately only a few months in cracks started to show. Very poor to no communication at all. My final straw was when I was lied to by a member of management and they tried to hold off having a meeting with me as they
were expecting ofsted. Rather than just saying they couldn't currently get 3 members of staff together I ended up having a meeting with one after I sent an email in. Things never improved. Only a couple of members of staff cared but I know they are no longer there. Seemed a really nice nursery but with lack to no communication and they didn't seemed bothered so pulled my child out and is now thriving in another setting. They were always short staffed too and had agency staff in. This is just my personal experience, but not somewhere I would recommend!
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Review from Ellen C (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2025
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Our baby started at Little Years in Acomb after we removed her from her previous setting.
As a mother with disabilities and chronic health conditions, it was important for me to find a family-centred provision where integrity, understanding, and collaboration were key values.
Initially sceptical
As a mother with disabilities and chronic health conditions, it was important for me to find a family-centred provision where integrity, understanding, and collaboration were key values.
Initially sceptical
due to past experiences, I was reassured when my baby bonded immediately with her keyworker. Seeing her reach out for a hug at their first meeting put my mind at rest.
Since then, she has continued to thrive and comes home happy, wriggling and giggling. The manager is friendly, non-judgemental, and is a credit to the nursery.
Little Years is a wonderful setting, and though no nursery is perfect, they take accountability and remedy any issues promptly. This builds trust, positive relationships, and a sense of belonging.
I would recommend Little Years and look forward to my baby staying with them until she transitions to primary school. Thank you to the team for everything you do for us.
Since then, she has continued to thrive and comes home happy, wriggling and giggling. The manager is friendly, non-judgemental, and is a credit to the nursery.
Little Years is a wonderful setting, and though no nursery is perfect, they take accountability and remedy any issues promptly. This builds trust, positive relationships, and a sense of belonging.
I would recommend Little Years and look forward to my baby staying with them until she transitions to primary school. Thank you to the team for everything you do for us.
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Review from Kitti K (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2024
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Little Years has been a haven for my child with special needs. Being turned away elsewhere due to his gastrostomy feedings, they embraced my son with open arms, offering empathy for our journey and excitement for his inclusion. The settling process, with its challenges like vomiting when upset, took
over two months, but the staff's unwavering support and positive attitude made all the difference. I never once felt judged, only encouraged by their big smiles and willingness to try again each day. I feel safe leaving him in their caring hands, knowing he's nurtured wholly. The nursery is clean, and the food is so fantastic that my child with severe food aversion has even started eating by mouth! As an anxious mum with past negative experiences, I initially struggled to trust any nursery setting. However, Little Years' dedication and understanding helped me gradually build that trust. They were also patient with my endless questions. I wholeheartedly recommend Little Years.
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Review from Leah Y (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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The team at LYN are amazing and so good with my little boy can not thank them enough! Best nursery by far and the staff are amazing! Would most definitely recommend them to anyone thinking about getting there little one into nursery
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you such a lovely review we do value everyone's feedback
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Review from K A (Grandmother of Child) published on 20 March 2024
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My grandson has recently started Little Years Nursery. It is normal to be apprehensive when a 2-year-old starts nursery but in our case, our grandson has significant additional needs. The manager has embraced the challenges of caring for our grandson and now, after only a few weeks, we are much less
anxious as we leave the nursery! The manager has already completed training on caring for our grandson’s peg feed, including the ability to give him his medication safely. Overall, the nursery is extremely friendly and accommodating and we feel that my daughter made the right decision when choosing this nursery for our very special little grandson.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for such a lovely review, we are really pleased you feel so comfortable with us.
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Review from Abi S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024
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Absolutely brilliant nursery! Thank you to the very caring staff, they put their absolute all into the children and are lovely people in general. They have a beautiful setting. The meals and snacks are of a wide variety every day, allowing children to explore foods. I cannot fault the Little Years Nursery
team at all, they’re amazing!
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you, Abi, this is such a lovely review. We are so lucky to have a fantastic team!
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Review from Claire R (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 March 2024
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Lovely nursery, lovely staff make you feel welcome, my granddaughter loves going. They have a great variety of things for them to do and the food is good, a lot of choice. Staff are very friendly and welcoming.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review us. I am so pleased you are happy.
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Review from Ines S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024
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My son joined Little Years Nursery in Acomb in February 2024 and we are extremely happy with the service. My son is calm and happy at drop-off and pick-up times; he enjoys the food and the activities provided and all adults seem super sweet with him and other children. What I like the most about Little
Years is the chilled environment. It's peaceful, clean and a great place to play and learn.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for such a lovely review. it means so much that parents take the time to let us know they are happy.
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Review from Nat A (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024
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Fantastic staff who go the extra mile to give both parents and child(ren) the best experience.
The facilities are fantastic, and the environment always seems relaxed and positive.
My little boy struggled to settle at first, but it wasn’t long before he felt comfortable. Great communication and regular
The facilities are fantastic, and the environment always seems relaxed and positive.
My little boy struggled to settle at first, but it wasn’t long before he felt comfortable. Great communication and regular
review of his settling-in phase.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombI'm so pleased you and your little one are happy at Acomb, thank you.
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Review from H Y (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024
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Little Years has been incredibly accommodating of our little one and our schedule. She loves going to nursery, and you can tell she always has a good time as she comes home smiling and never makes a fuss when she's dropped off.
I love the updates we get about her during the day, and the team is always
I love the updates we get about her during the day, and the team is always
willing to listen to any concerns we have no matter how big or small. I'm so thankful for everything they do and the safe environment they provide for our baby to thrive.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review us; I'm really pleased you are happy.
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Review from Jazz R (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024
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Our daughter has SEN and we had a very long search to find the right place for her to go. She was welcomed with open arms into the burrow (acomb little years) and seems to be thriving here. We haven't seen her so happy to go anywhere so this is amazing. The staff and other children have all made this
an amazing process for us and her and the care is above outstanding I would definitely recommend the nursery to other families.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombWhat a wonderful review for out Acomb team, this really means so much to our team.
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Review from Adrian R (Father of Child) published on 9 February 2024
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My daughter has just started at the nursery but can’t wait to go back after we pick her up staff are amazing with her as she is special needs I believe that this is the perfect place for her to go she has already made friends and loves the staff because they are truly amazing people and deserve for
that to be recognised
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review, it really does make the team happy to read these.
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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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A fantastic close-knit nursery! They have been wonderful in transitioning my baby into nursery life and she absolutely adores going. Staff members are friendly, polite and really get to know your child, putting your mind completely at ease. I am so pleased we chose Little Years! Our baby has grown in
confidence so much since attending.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review us, we are so pleased you are happy at LYN. This makes us so happy.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
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My daughter started Little Years in December and as a parent who was very apprehensive about sending her the staff have made it a very smooth transition. The staff are very attentive and if I have a question they are always very happy to answer it.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review I'm so pleased it's all gone well for you.
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Review from Alex B (Father of Child) published on 11 January 2024
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Little Years Acomb have been so impressive in our short time with them so far. My 18-month-old son seemingly loves his time there, and the variety of activities, food etc he experiences is clear to see. He has some complex medical issues, and the staff have been so attentive to his needs and requirements,
showing a willingness and interest to learn and implement all that’s needed for my son to thrive in the nursery. Communication from the nursery staff is excellent. I feel very confident my son is in very safe, capable and nurturing hands!
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for such a wonderful review. Your little one is just fabulous and has adapted to nursery life so well. These reviews mean so much to the team.
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Review from Fiona J (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2023
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My son has had a lovely start to his new nursery. He’s had a warm welcome, as have I, and he seems very happy and comfortable when going into nursery in the morning. The setting has so much potential and I can’t wait to see it develop over time as it has a lovely, homely feel which I think it’s really
nice for the little ones to feel safe and at home. So far so good for our first few weeks.
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you, we are so pleased he has settled in and you are all happy, we love the homely feel too.
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Review from S L (Father of Child) published on 28 November 2023
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Fantastic newly opened nursery!
Staff really friendly, caring and compassionate. Really responsive to all our requests and questions any time of the day! (Even out of hours!) Communication and updates through the app are brilliant.
Beautiful building, decor and facilities. A really exciting and safe
Staff really friendly, caring and compassionate. Really responsive to all our requests and questions any time of the day! (Even out of hours!) Communication and updates through the app are brilliant.
Beautiful building, decor and facilities. A really exciting and safe
place for little ones. Really happy we found it!
Reply from Natalie Bishop, Managing Director at Little Years Nursery AcombThank you for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate it and are so pleased you are happy.
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Review Score: 9.3 (9.252)
Overview of Review Score
The Review Score of 9.3 (9.252) out of 10 for Little Years Nursery Acomb is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
- The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
- The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 6 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:
- 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.702 for Little Years Nursery Acomb is calculated as follows: ( (71 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.702
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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 4.55 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Years Nursery Acomb is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
- 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 = 3.55
- 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 16 number of registered child places is 3.2, which has been reached with 6 Positive reviews. Points = 1
- When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
- If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.