Little Gems Pre-School

Westmorland Park Pavilion, Westmorland Park Drive, Warfield, Bracknell RG42 3QP
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9.8 18 Reviews
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Little Gems Pre School is the second addition to the Little Gems family, opening in 2023 and located in Westmorland Park Pavilion, set within the 8-hectare Public Open Space of Westmorland Park, the park includes tennis courts, football pitches and a woodland area known as Hayley Green Wood. In 2003, Hayley Green Wood was designated a Local Nature Reserve.

There are two age-appropriate rooms - the TOTS Room for children aged 9 months to two years and the Main Room for 2 to 4 year olds. There is also a secure outdoor space that the children use daily.

The experienced and qualified team, which includes SENCOs, embrace learning through play and follow the EYFS curriculum. Each child's curiosity, independence and confidence are supported as they develop skills and grow into enthusiastic learners.

If you are interested in Little Gems, please do book a visit so they can show you what they have to offer your family.
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Funding & Fees

Fee's from £30

There are no additional fees at Little Gems (assuming funding is approved) for general consumables.
We offer both Funded (15 or 30hrs) and private spaces, please contact Little Gems for a copy of our fees.

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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Little Gems Pre-School
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Elisa Draper (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 11

Total Places for Children

  • 46

Age Range

  • from 0 years 9 months
  • to 4 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 09:00-15:00
    Tuesday 09:00-15:00
    Wednesday 09:00-15:00
    Thursday 09:00-15:00
    Friday 09:00-15:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays / Christmas / School Holidays

Parking

  • Free Parking and full Disabled access plus EV charging is available (at extra cost)

Little Gems Pre-School Reviews (18)

9.8

Little Gems Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.824) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Gems Pre-School has 18 reviews.

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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved pur eldest daughter here a year ago from another nursery and she loves her time there and always talks about her day once home. Our youngest has started there now too.
All of the staff are friendly and attentive and quick to respond to emails/queries
Drop off and pick up is very easy at the
door and especially with onsite parking.
Littlegems will be in our lives for another 3.5 years, strongly recommend!
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Review from Natasha N (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've had the pleasure of sending my children to this preschool, and I can't speak highly enough of Elisa and Frances! They're amazing with the kids, so caring, and incredibly informative. My little ones have loved every moment and always come home with big smiles. Thanks for providing such a nurturing
environment!
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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery and enjoys playing nursery's at home imitating all their days activities. The nursery staff here are very caring and really look out for the children's welfare. We get regular calls regarding their welfare.
On initial joining the children were taken in small walks
around the surroundings, which seems to not be currently happening (maybe due to weather or staff levels) but would like to see more of this for their development. To help us ingage more in conversations around their work from nursery, evidence of work as well as play, maybe a weekly folder would be nice to introduce.
Organisation has build slowly with the nursery growing, changes and improvements are made all the time which is really lovely to see. I would like to see a better communication system in the future, also as staff change it would be nice to have somewhere to see all staff info again to be able to talk with the children about whom they spend their day with.
Overall happy.
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Review from Natalie H (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous nursery very nurturing. Very friendly caring staff. Lots of learning through play always something new every week. My 2 year old son is very happy always coming home singing all of the songs learnt at nursery.
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Review from Michelle N (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy sending our son to little gems. The care is second to none and the girls are all lovely and caring. Rockie is always met with smiles and comes home happy. This is a very professional, nurturing environment and we would definitely recommend it.
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Review from Maryam B (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day 1 the staff have been amazing. They helped make my child's experience so comforting. He has settled really quickly. They always have different activities to do no day is the same. They are able to give detailed outlines of what he has done that day. They take their time to talk to parents really
lovely overall.
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Review from Deepanita C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been going there full time since October 2025 and it's been great watching him open up and learn so much more, make friends and in general be a happy kid.
He has always been a shy child but has quite come out of his shell since going to nursery.
It's a great place for them and he absolutely
adores all his teachers.
Very happy with them.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has attended both rooms. He was nearly 2 when he started and on reflection, this was probably a little late. He struggled with leaving us and was very upset each morning. The nursery were very patient and reassured us that he was happy after that initial goodbye. They were very honest at the
start if he was still unsettled and advised us to pick him up early. As the year has moved on, he has become more and more comfortable at nursery and now goes in happily most days. He loves his teachers and always talks about them at home. He has made some great friendships and tells us all about his friends and about his day.
Some aspects below I'm not able to make an accurate comment on such as equipment/cleanliness/food etc as we don't enter the setting at all.
It was lovely to get the folder of art work although it would also be nice to get things brought home as and when so we can have a bit more of an insight into what they've been up to.
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Review from Adam M (Father of Child) published on 2 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to share our heartfelt appreciation for the wonderful experience we've had with this preschool. The environment is always so warm and welcoming, and the cleanliness is truly outstanding. The staff are incredibly polite and professional, always going above and beyond to make sure both children
and parents feel at ease. Our daughter absolutely loves coming here, and it's clear that she feels happy and eager to return every day.
We are genuinely grateful for the time, dedication, and care that the entire team puts into their work. It's a place we would highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing and high-quality preschool experience. Thank you so much for everything you do
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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going in to preschool and always comes home really happy and excited to tell me what she's been doing. The staff are very warm and caring, and my daughter thinks very highly of them. She amazes me with the things she has learnt at preschool. I would highly recommend this setting.
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Review from A F (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters have attended this nursery, and our experience has been wonderful. The staff are warm, friendly, and caring, and clearly build strong bonds with the children.
There's a fantastic balance between fun and learning, with plenty of outdoor activities that our children absolutely love.
The team keeps us well informed and is always approachable, regularly sharing updates about our daughter's day and development, which has made us feel consistently support.
Highly recommend this nursery
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Review from S H (Father of Child) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been here since last February. I'm just blown away by how much my daughter has developed at Little Gems. She is learning and growing everyday. I'm thoroughly enjoying watching her progress and seeing her confidence grow, and I'm so grateful for all the staff in the nursery.
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't ask for a better preschool for my little one! The staff Elisa and Francis are amazing, Freddie loves it at little gems. the environment is warm and welcoming, and the activities are super fun and engaging. My child goes in smiling and comes out beaming! Highly recommend.
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Review from M J (Brother of Child) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little gems preschool is amazing! The staff are super friendly and caring, and the activities look so much fun! My brother loves going and always comes out smiling. They've helped him grow loads and make friends . Highly recommend! "
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Review from Lauren O (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our son's experience at little gems pre school, from the very beginning when he joined the little tots room at 10 months old Elisa and the rest of the team have been nothing but caring and welcoming. We find the staff are always friendly and approachable, and communication
with parents is good. We are kept well informed about his progress and the daily activities he gets up to. It is clear he really enjoys it here as he is always excited to go which is a huge credit to them. Thank you for nurturing and helping our little boy grow.
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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been coming to little gem for almost 2 years now and I can't thank the staff enough for all the hard work put in with her especially Elisa. Her speech has come on leaps and bounds. They've supported me throughout her time here. They are welcoming and have been from the very start.
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Review from Maureen B (Grandmother of Child) published on 6 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter has been attending the nursery for over two years. She is very happy here and staff are very kind . We are very happy with care she has received here. There are a variety of different activities and the nursery are good at sharing info and pictures of what children are doing . Eliza
manages the nursery very well
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Review from S N (Father of Child) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elisa and the team are absolutely fantastic. From the very first day, they have gone above and beyond to make our child feel welcome, safe, and happy. The staff are always helpful, approachable, and genuinely great with the kids. You can tell that they truly care about each child as an individual, taking
the time to get to know their personalities, interests, and needs.
The atmosphere in the nursery is warm and nurturing, and it's clear that the children are encouraged to learn, explore, and grow in a supportive environment. Communication with parents is excellent-whether it's updates about daily activities, progress reports, or just a friendly chat at pick-up, Elisa and her team make sure we always feel informed and involved.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.824)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.824) out of 10 for Little Gems Pre-School 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.874 for Little Gems Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (183 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 207 Ratings = 4.874
  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 4.95 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Gems Pre-School is based on 18 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 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 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.95
    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 46 number of registered child places is 9.2, which has been reached with 18 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 (11)

Elisa

Elisa Draper

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2023

Starting as Manager of Little Gems Pre School at the beginning of our journey in September 2023.


I enjoy working at Little Gems Pre-School because every day is a challenge and offers something new, but seeing all the children come in as babies and leave ready for school is the most rewarding for me.


Being a part of the children's early years journey is my favourite part; working at Little Gems Pre-School gives me and the team the ability to help shape the next stage in their development.

Frances

Frances Mardle

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

Joining the team at Little Gems Pre-School in early 2025, Frances quickly proved her skills and was promoted to Deputy Manager, working alongside Elisa. I love seeing the children grow and interact with their peers and staff alike.


I enjoy working for Little Gems Pre School because our team is amazing, and we plan our daily activities together, which are enjoyable for children and staff.

Caroline

Caroline Budd

Job Title: Room Leader (TOTS) Joined: 2026

I enjoy working at Little Gems because it is a fun, family atmosphere.


The team at Little Gems have been very welcoming since joining.


I enjoy working with children as I find their journey with us lovely, and being able to help influence their early start in life is very rewarding.

Emily

Emily Parr

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024

I like working for Little Gems because everyone is friendly and approachable.


Watching the children develop and grow into their personalities is the most rewarding experience for me.

Donna

Donna Clabburn

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2025

I love working for Little Gems because working with children and seeing their happy faces during play is very rewarding for me.


At Little Gems, we provide a safe and fun environment so all children can reach their milestones.

Abigail

Abigail Oliver

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024

I like working for Little Gems because I feel like I'm part of a family.


I enjoy that I can create bonds with the children to help them throughout their journeys with us.

Faith

Faith Matthews

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2025

I like working for Little Gems because I enjoy spending time with the children and watching them grow.


They have given me the opportunity to study and achieve my Childcare qualification, I get to learn from the experienced team at Little Gems.

Louise

Louise Isaacs

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2025

I love working at Little Gems because the children and staff are amazing.


I enjoy coming into the setting and being able to have fun and play games with all the children.

Hazleen

Hazleen Patel

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2025

I like working for Little Gems because it is like one big family.


The positive environment from staff, children and parents is amazing.


Working in childcare has been very rewarding, especially being able to watch the children grow and get ready for reception.

Sophie

Sophie Bishton

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2024

I love working for Little Gems because I get to engage with all the children and help them grow.


Watching children learn new words and play new games is what makes me the happiest.

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Tunde Bordi

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Gems Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Gems Pre-School accepts?

Little Gems Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 9 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Gems Pre-School Open?

Little Gems Pre-School is open: Monday 09:00-15:00, Tuesday 09:00-15:00, Wednesday 09:00-15:00, Thursday 09:00-15:00, Friday 09:00-15:00.

How many Children does Little Gems Pre-School have capacity for?

Little Gems Pre-School has capacity for a total of 46 Children.

How far is Little Gems Pre-School to the centre of Bracknell?

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

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