A very warm welcome...

Opened Little People at The Limes is set in a beautifully renovated Victorian building, Little People at The Limes opened February 2012 and offers quality care and pre-school education for children aged from babies to 5 years.

Enroll your child!

A £50 deposit will secure their place.

Our Rooms

We aim to provide the best child care in Longridge, Preston outside of your home. At Little People At The Limes we have an experienced and passionate team who love their work and love to make children smile!  We have the following settings for your perusal.
Whilst we are currently unable to provide tours of the nursery for new parents due to current government guidance, we do have a virtual tour available below.

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Lilypads

The Lilypads room is a warm and homely environment, where your baby starts their learning adventure. We have a small, inviting room with lots of learning opportunities from sensory play to cuddling up in the cosy den and having a snuggle.

Class duration: 8am-6:00pm, 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm
Age: 0-15 months
Children per room: 9
Ratio: 1:3
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Tadpoles

The Tadpoles room is inviting and airy with plenty of opportunities for children to get snug with a book and have cuddles with staff. There are plenty of toys and activities to explore, be imaginative with and develop all areas of their learning.

Class duration: 8am-6:00pm, 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm
Age: 15 months - 2 years
Children per room: 15
Ratio: 1:3
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Frogs

In the Frog’s room your child will be introduced to a more structured routine designed to prepare them for their early pre-school year. There is even more room and resources to explore in our sensory area, role play, messy play, construction area, mark making, cosy area and access to a secure outdoor learning area.

Class duration: 8am-6:00pm, 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm
Age: 2-3 years
Children per room: 18
Ratio: 1:5
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Pre-School

Our Pre-School offers a friendly and relaxed play based atmosphere for children aged 3-5 years of age comprising of 3 large bright and airy learning rooms and a large back garden incorporating a balance of areas for both active and quiet play with both child and adult led activities allowing our children to develop at their own pace in a nurturing and caring environment.

Class duration: 8am-6:00pm, 8am-1pm, 1pm-6pm
Age: 3-4 years
Children per room: 32
Ratio: 1:8
Nursery Hours

Nursery Hours

Monday: 8am – 6:00pm
Tuesday: 8am – 6:00pm
Wednesday: 8am – 6:00pm
Thursday: 8am – 6:00pm
Friday: 8am – 6:00pm

Extra hours – by request.
Early morning from 7am.
Later collection Up to 6pm.

Session Details

Session Details

8am – 1:00pm (includes lunch)
1pm – 6:00pm (includes tea)
8am – 6:00pm
(includes breakfast, lunch, snack and tea)
Nursery Information

Nursery Information

QUALIFIED TEACHERS
Our professional staff are all highly qualified in child care and have many years of experience.

MEALS PROVIDED
We provide meals on a daily basis made in our kitchen which has a 5 Star Hygiene rating.

LEARNING & FUN
We ensure that your children are taught in a fun, loving and caring environment, ensuring your child’s welfare is of paramount importance.