Ofsted Reports 

You want to feel confident that your child is in a safe, caring and high-quality nursery. One of the best ways to check this is by reading our Ofsted inspection reports. 
 
Both Little Owls nurseries are inspected regularly by Ofsted, the independent regulator for early years and education.  
We are proud that both of our nurseries are rated Good — a strong recognition of the care and learning we provide every day. 
 
Below you’ll find links to the most recent Ofsted reports for each nursery. 

Little Owls @ Dove House – Ofsted Report 

Rating: Good 
 
Summary: Inspectors noted the warm relationships between staff and children, the strong focus on child-led learning, and the safe, nurturing environment. 
Read the full report here

Little Owls @ Ainthorpe – Ofsted Report 

Rating: Good 
 
Summary: The report highlights the high-quality learning experiences, strong communication between staff and parents, and the positive progress children make across all areas. 
Read the full report here

Why Ofsted Matters 

Ofsted inspections look at the things that are most important to you, including: 
How safe and well cared for children are 
The quality of early education 
Staff qualifications and interactions 
How well children develop and learn 
Leadership, management and safeguarding 
A Good rating shows that both Little Owls settings consistently meet strong national standards. 

Have Questions About Our Reports? 

If you’d like help understanding the reports or want to talk to us about anything you’ve read, we’re always here to support you. 
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