Little Oaks Nursery

Derby Grammar School, Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby DE23 4BX
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  • Little Oaks Nursery, Derby
Little Oaks is a brand new, state-of-the-art nursery at Derby Grammar School. It is a nurturing environment where children aged 3 months to 4 years old can learn through play, exploration, and discovery.

Inspired by the Forest School ethos, Little Oaks provides an exceptional early years experience that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

As a member of a top 20 nursery group in the Inspired Learning Group, Little Oaks can build on the best features of being part of a successful group of nurseries and provide the best start for your child.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Monica Kumar (Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • 0-2 Years:
    5 Days - £1,519.00
    4 Days - £1,216.00
    3 Days - £912.00
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - £760.00
    Daily rate - £72


    0-2 Years with 30 hours funding:
    5 Days - £840.01
    4 Days - £536.21
    3 Days - £232.41
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    2-3 Years:
    5 Days - £1,519.00
    4 Days - £1,216.00
    3 Days - £912.00
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - £760.00
    Daily rate - £72


    2-3 Years with 30 hours funding:
    5 Days - £882.51
    4 Days - £570.21
    3 Days - £257.91
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - N/A
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    3-5 Years:
    5 Days - £1,403.00
    4 Days - £1,122.00
    3 Days - £842.00
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - £701.00
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    3-5 Years with 15 hours funding:
    5 Days - £1,174.39
    4 Days - £876.79
    3 Days - £579.19
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - N/A
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    3-5 Years with 30 hours funding:
    5 Days - £860.78
    4 Days - £563.18
    3 Days - £265.58
    5 Mornings or Afternoons - N/A
    Daily rate - N/A

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • They have parking onsite

Little Oaks Nursery Reviews (5)

7.9

Little Oaks Nursery has a Review Score of 7.9 (7.863) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Oaks Nursery has 5 reviews.

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Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My 2 year old daughter was attending this nursery from middle of September to 23 of October.In that short time of period she had 4 accidents with one ended up in a&e. Official complaints about safety of my child didn't really helped as even after the complaint the accidents keep happening. My daughter
was attending other nursery prior to little oaks and a childminder at the weekends with no issues not even single accident.
Unfortunately with little oaks that wasn't the case. Every week I got accidents reports that my daughter was injured.I heard only excuses that unfortunate accidents can happen and from her first key person quoting " I can't look after your child all the time".
The setting is lovely and I hoped to send my daughter to school there however I had to immediately withdraw her from the little oaks nursery due to lack of safeguarding. I received a refund of remaining days and withdrawal went smoothly. Hopefully they will improve keeping the children safe
Reply from Monica Kumar, Nursery Manager at Little Oaks Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience and the concerns you have raised regarding your daughter's time at Little Oaks Nursery. The…read more
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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 2 yr old son has been attending this nursery for nearly 3 months now, and we couldn't be happier with the care, support and nurturing environment. The staff are welcoming, attentive, and invested in the children's wellbeing and development.


A special thanks to his key worker, who has been absolutely

fantastic from the start. She takes the time to truly understand his personality, interests, and needs, and it's clear how much he has grown in confidence since being under her care. Her communication is always thoughtful and reassuring. She goes above and beyond to make sure he feels safe, included, and encouraged.


We are grateful for the positive impact the staff have had on his nursery experience. They are happy to answer questions and address concerns.


Overall, this nursery provides a loving, stimulating environment. The activities are creative and engaging. Thanks to dedicated staff my son has settled in well and comes home with a smile. We would recommend this nursery.

Reply from Monica Kumar, Nursery Manager at Little Oaks Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback.
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Review from Leanne A (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Oaks has been the best decision we've made for our 30-month-old's nursery transition. He started in September after spending a year at a previous nursery, and within just four days we noticed a dramatic change in his personality. His speech has improved tremendously, his interests have expanded,
and his confidence and independence have grown so much.


The care he receives is truly exemplary. The practitioners are amazing, they give thoughtful attention to each child, which I believe really supports their individual development.


I've been recommending Little Oaks to anyone who will listen! We're so happy we made this choice for our little boy, and I feel completely confident that he's in great hands and will be well prepared for school.

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Review from Rosie D (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In the short time my little girl has been attending the nursery it is clear to see the care and attention the staff have towards the individual needs of the children. My 2 year old is going through the natural stage of separation anxiety so drop off can be a little teary, however a huge thank you to
her key worker, practitioners and nursery manager who have made this transition so much easier for both me and my daughter. Regular updates and photos throughout the day are reassuring for us as parents and reinforces the personalised care my daughter receives. The photos show my daughter being given an abundance of exciting opportunities to learn through play and exploring the wonderful outdoor provision the nursery has to offer. I am excited for her journey to continue and see her independence grow. I would absolutely recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a kind, family feel setting with very experienced and dedicated staff. We couldn't ask for a better setting! Thank you again.
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Review from Geet J (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl started nursery in July, and it has been an absolutely wonderful journey so far. In just a short time, we've seen such beautiful progress in her confidence, independence, and overall development.
One of the things I especially love is the emphasis on outdoor exploration and nature-based
learning, which gives a sense of curiosity and adventure.
The individual attention and genuine care she receives each day make us feel so reassured as parents. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a caring, personalised setting that also encourages children to explore, imagine, and grow.
A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for their dedication and kindness - you are making a lifelong impact.
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Current Review Score: 7.9 (7.863)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 7.9 (7.863) out of 10 for Little Oaks Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.6 out of 5 from 4 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 4.288 for Little Oaks Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (39 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (6 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 59 Ratings = 4.288
  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 3.575 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Oaks Nursery is based on 4 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 = 3.375
    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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.2
  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 (2)

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Monica Kumar

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

I am a passionate and driven Nursery manager, I have dedicated my career to creating, high-quality early years environments that empower children to thrive. I am proud to have lead Osmaston day Nursery winning The Nursery World Award 2024, a testament to our community to building strong partnerships with families and positively impacting our local Community.
I have 18 years of experience of Early Years Education in UK, and 4 years overseas.
I specialise in leading high-performing teams to deliver exceptional childcare and learning.
I am a strong advocate for collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in Early Years sector.

Kiran

Kiran Atwal

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Joined: 2025

Kiran comes to us with an impressive background in early childhood education, having dedicated over 20 years to working with children under 5. Her passion for nurturing young minds, coupled with her wealth of experience, makes her a fantastic addition to our team.
Over the years, Kiran has sharpened her skills in creating engaging, age-appropriate activities that foster learning and development. But what truly sets her apart is her warm, caring nature and her ability to make every child feel special and loved. We're confident that Kiran will bring a fresh perspective and new ideas to our nursery, and we can't wait for you all to meet her. We believe Kiran will be a great fit for our community and will contribute significantly to our mission of providing the best care and education for our little ones.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Oaks Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Oaks Nursery accepts?

Little Oaks Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Oaks Nursery Open?

Little Oaks Nursery 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 Oaks Nursery have capacity for?

Little Oaks Nursery has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Little Oaks Nursery to the centre of Derby?

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

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