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Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton)

205 Knighton Road, Knighton, Leicester, LE2 3TT

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Daily rateFrom £150.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity29 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection score3/4 inspection score

Ofsted · 31 July 2023

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About this Leicester Nursery

Description

Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) offers a warm and nurturing environment for families in Leicester. Catering for children from the age of three months up to five years, the nursery provides a stimulating space where little ones can grow and discover the world around them. To support busy parents, the setting is open from 07:30 until 18:00, ensuring a smooth and convenient start to the working day. As an Ofsted-regulated provider, the nursery focuses on delivering high-quality care and creative learning opportunities tailored to every child's unique needs. It is a place where every child is truly valued, and the team is dedicated to creating a happy, safe, and supportive foundation for their earliest years.

What parents say about Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton)

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Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) is highly regarded by parents for its warm, homely atmosphere and exceptionally caring staff. Families consistently praise the team for making the transition into nursery seamless, particularly for anxious parents and children. The nursery excels in creating a nurturing environment where children flourish socially and academically through engaging educational play. Parents value the strong communication, highlighted by regular app updates and inclusive family stay-and-play sessions. The staff are described as professional and attentive, often becoming like an extended family while supporting key developmental milestones in a safe, fun, and happy setting.
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Last inspected 31 July 2023

Inspection ID 10295704

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Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) costs from £150 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £1,835 per month or £22,016 per year. This is higher than the City of Leicester average of £68 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £19, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton).

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £819 per month or £9,830 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) in Leicester. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£1,108 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,300.£1,427 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,125.£1,746 / monthIndicative yearly: £20,950.£2,065 / monthIndicative yearly: £24,775.£2,383 / monthIndicative yearly: £28,600.£2,702 / monthIndicative yearly: £32,425.£3,021 / monthIndicative yearly: £36,250.
9-11m£129 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,542.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£534 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,404.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,830.£1,138 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,655.£1,457 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,480.£1,775 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,305.
1y£129 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,542.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£534 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,404.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,830.£1,138 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,655.£1,457 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,480.£1,775 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,305.
2y£129 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,542.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£534 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,404.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,830.£1,138 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,655.£1,457 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,480.£1,775 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,305.
3y£129 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,542.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£534 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,404.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,830.£1,138 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,655.£1,457 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,480.£1,775 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,305.
4y+£129 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,542.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£534 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,404.£819 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,830.£1,138 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,655.£1,457 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,480.£1,775 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,305.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) was last inspected by Ofsted on 31 July 2023 with an overall inspection score of 3/4.
Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) is registered for up to 29 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) is open 7:30am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Book a visit by contacting Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) directly or using the enquiry form.
One of the closest alternatives to Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) in Oadby and Leicestershire is Little Acorns Day Nursery (Stoneygate) (£150 per day, 3/4 inspection score, 1.1 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Oadby page.
On average, nursery costs £68 per day in City of Leicester, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Little Explorers Day Nursery (Knighton) ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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