Welcome to Little Oak
4.9/5 · 500+ reviews
Years in our Victorian house
Children each day, in four small rooms
Days with time outside, whatever the weather
Why choose us
Care that feels like home
A small, settled nursery where children are known, listened to and given time — and where parents always know how the day went.
Safe & secure learning environment
Healthy meals and snacks
Play-based learning approach
Small class sizes
Programs
Every day brings a new adventure
Spaces designed for safe learning and happy growth
Every room, corner and patch of garden is planned around how small children really play.
Light, calm rooms with low shelves, small tables and real things to explore.
Morning
- Welcome & free play
- Morning circle
- Garden or forest time
- Snack together
Midday
- Hot lunch cooked here
- Rest & quiet time
- Stories and songs
- Small-group projects
Afternoon
- Outdoor play
- Art & making
- Tea at the table
- Home time & handover
A balanced daily routine that combines learning, creativity, outdoor play and rest
Explore a day at Little Oak
How to enrol
Simple steps to enrol
1
Schedule a tour
Come and see us on an open morning or at a time that suits you.
2
Join the list
Fill in a short form with your child’s age and preferred days.
3
Settling sessions
Two weeks of short, gentle visits with their key person.
4
First full day
They’re ready. We send you photos and a note at pick-up.
Enrol
Now enrolling for 2026–2027!
A handful of places are open in all four rooms from September. Come and see the rooms, meet the team and ask us anything.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call or email us — we’re always happy to talk.
What ages do you take?
From six months until children start school, usually at four or five.
How do I get a place?
Book a visit first. If you would like a place, we will add you to the list for the room and start date you need and confirm as soon as a place is free.
Do you have a waiting list?
Yes. Buds often has a waiting list, so we recommend joining it early. Joining is free and there is no obligation.
How does settling in work?
Over about two weeks, with short visits that get longer. You stay at first, and we adjust the plan to your child.
How much does it cost?
Fees depend on the room and the sessions you choose. Our fees page lists every session and has a calculator to estimate your monthly cost.
Do you accept funded hours?
Yes. We accept all government-funded hours and take them off your bill. The calculator on the fees page shows how they change your monthly cost.
