About Little Elms

Butterfly classroom

Our Butterfly classroom offers a calm, engaging environment where children can explore a wide range of activities, develop independence and build confidence through both child-led and adult-led learning.

A typical day includes welcome time, circle time, Montessori work cycle activities, music, snack, movement sessions, outdoor play, storytime and shared mealtimes. This balanced daily rhythm helps children feel secure while enjoying variety and new experiences.

We also provide a nutritious lunch service, healthy snacks and a light tea, with vegetarian and specific dietary needs catered for. Families can access weekly menus and choose options that suit their child.

• Montessori-inspired daily routine
• Indoor and outdoor learning
• Adult-led and child-led activities
• Healthy meals and snacks provided

Caterpillar classroom

The Caterpillar classroom is a welcoming and carefully prepared space where children can settle in, explore at their own pace and enjoy rich learning experiences throughout the day.

With a strong focus on early development, communication and play-based learning, this room supports children as they grow in confidence, curiosity and social interaction.

• Warm and welcoming environment
• Encourages confidence and independence
• Play-based learning opportunities
• Supports social and emotional development

Ladybird classroom

Our Ladybird classroom is designed to feel bright, inviting and inspiring, giving children the space to learn through meaningful play, creative activities and everyday exploration.

The room encourages children to build relationships, express themselves and take part in activities that support their wider development across all areas of learning.

• Creative and engaging environment
• Supports all areas of learning
• Encourages communication and teamwork
• Designed for confidence and discovery

Nurture room

Our Nurture room provides a quieter, more settled environment where children can feel supported, reassured and comfortable during their time at nursery.

This gentle space is ideal for creating calm moments in the day, helping children regulate, recharge and receive the reassurance they need in a nurturing early years setting.

• Calm and comforting environment
• Supports wellbeing and emotional security
• Gentle space for quieter moments
• Part of a nurturing daily routine

Large garden

Our nursery has a large, private garden designed exclusively for our children to explore, play and learn in a safe outdoor environment.

The spacious area provides plenty of room for active play, nature-based learning and outdoor activities that support physical and sensory development. With age-appropriate resources throughout, the garden encourages imaginative play, social interaction and hands-on discovery.

• Large private outdoor area
• Nature-based learning opportunities
• Supports physical and sensory development
• Encourages exploration and imaginative play

Our playground area

Our nursery playground has been completely refurbished to provide a safe, engaging and fun outdoor space for the children.

We have installed new chip flooring for enhanced safety and comfort, along with a charming dollhouse to encourage imaginative play. New equipment including a swing and slide set, trampoline and sand table gives children exciting opportunities for active play while helping to develop coordination and gross motor skills.

This refreshed playground creates a vibrant and stimulating environment where children can explore, socialise and enjoy outdoor learning.

• Fully refurbished play area
• New chip flooring for added safety
• Swing, slide, trampoline and sand table
• Promotes active play and coordination