Little Dreamers

Our Story

Little Dreamers Day Care was founded with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and develop to their fullest potential. Our founders, with over 20 years of combined experience in early childhood education, recognised the need for a daycare that combines academic excellence with emotional support and creative expression.

Our Mission

To provide exceptional childcare services that foster the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of each child in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We strive to build strong foundations for lifelong learning while respecting each child's unique personality and learning style.

Our Commitments

Our Values

Leadership Team

Teaching Staff

Indoor Spaces

Outdoor Areas

Special Programmes

Learning Areas

Assessment & Progress

Our Approach

At Little Dreamers, we believe that children learn best through play and exploration. Our curriculum is designed to be flexible, allowing us to follow children's interests whilst ensuring they meet important developmental milestones. We use a combination of teacher-led activities and child-initiated play to create a balanced learning environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning that will last a lifetime.

Sample Daily Schedule

Parent Partnership

We believe that parents are a child's first and most important teachers. Our parent partnership programme ensures you stay connected and involved in your child's learning journey. We provide regular updates, resources, and opportunities for you to participate in your child's nursery experience.

Helpful Resources

Enrolment Process

Required Documents

• Completed enrolment form
• Child's birth certificate (copy)
• Immunisation records
• Medical information form
• Emergency contact details (minimum 2 contacts)
• Dietary requirements and allergy information
• Photo consent form
• Parent/guardian identification
• Funding eligibility code (if applicable)

Learning Spaces

Activities & Events

Session Options

Government Funding

What's Included

Payment Information

Additional Information

• 10% sibling discount for second and subsequent children
• Registration fee: £50 (non-refundable, secures your child's place)
• Deposit: Two weeks' fees required (refundable against final invoice)
• Notice period: Four weeks required for reducing sessions or leaving
• Late collection fee: £10 per 15 minutes after closing time
• Bank holidays and Christmas closure: No charge

Send Us a Message

Last updated: January 2025

Data Controller

Little Dreamers Day Care Ltd
123 Nursery Lane, Education Quarter
London [POSTCODE TBC]
Tel: 01234 567890
Email: privacy@littledreamersdaycare.co.uk

Information We Collect

We collect and process the following information:

• Child information: Name, date of birth, medical needs, dietary requirements, development records, photographs (with consent)
• Parent/guardian details: Names, addresses, contact details, emergency contacts, occupation (for funding purposes)
• Financial information: Bank details for fee payment (processed securely)
• CCTV footage: For security purposes (retained for 30 days)
• Website cookies: For website functionality only

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Contract: To provide childcare services as agreed
• Legal obligation: EYFS requirements, safeguarding duties, health and safety regulations
• Vital interests: Medical emergencies and child protection
• Legitimate interests: Operating our nursery effectively
• Consent: Photos, marketing communications, sharing with external parties

How We Use Your Information

• Providing safe, quality childcare and education
• Meeting EYFS statutory requirements
• Safeguarding and promoting child welfare
• Managing fees, funding claims, and financial records
• Communicating about your child's progress and wellbeing
• Emergency contact purposes
• Complying with health and safety requirements

Data Sharing

We only share information when necessary with:

• Local Authority (funding, safeguarding, SEND support)
• Schools (transition information - with consent)
• Health professionals (with consent or for safeguarding)
• Emergency services (when necessary)
• Insurance providers (anonymised for claims)

We never sell your data or share it for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

• Children's learning records: 3 years after leaving
• Safeguarding records: Until child's 25th birthday
• Accident/incident records: 21 years from child's 18th birthday
• Financial records: 6 years (HMRC requirement)
• CCTV footage: 30 days unless required for incident
• Staff records: 7 years after employment ends

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data (Subject Access Request)
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion (where legally possible)
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent (where consent is the legal basis)

Children's Privacy

We take extra care with children's data:

• Only collect necessary information
• Enhanced security measures
• Staff training on data protection
• Clear photo/video consent procedures
• Never share publicly without explicit consent

Data Security

We protect your data through:

• Locked filing cabinets for paper records
• Password-protected, encrypted computer systems
• Staff confidentiality agreements and training
• Secure disposal/shredding procedures
• Limited access on need-to-know basis
• Regular security reviews

Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your data:

1. Contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@littledreamersdaycare.co.uk
2. If not satisfied, you can complain to the Information Commissioner's Office:

ICO
Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow SK9 5AF
Tel: 0303 123 1113
Website: ico.org.uk

Effective from: Late 2025

1. Registration & Enrollment

• Registration fee of £50 is non-refundable
• Deposit of 2 weeks' fees required to secure place
• Deposit refundable against final invoice
• Places offered subject to availability
• Priority given to full-time places and siblings

2. Fees & Payment

• Fees payable monthly in advance by 1st of month
• Late payment charge: £25 after 7 days
• Returned payment charge: £35
• Annual fee review each April
• Fees apply for booked sessions including absences
• No charge for bank holidays and Christmas closure

3. Hours & Sessions

• Open Monday-Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm
• Closed weekends, bank holidays, and Christmas week
• Late collection fee: £10 per 15 minutes
• Repeated late collection may result in loss of place
• Minimum booking: 2 sessions per week

4. Notice Periods

• 4 weeks' written notice to reduce sessions
• 4 weeks' written notice to leave
• Notice period fees payable in full
• We reserve right to terminate with 4 weeks' notice
• Immediate termination for serious breach of policies

5. Absence & Sickness

• Please notify by 9am if child will be absent
• No fee reduction for absence/sickness
• 48-hour exclusion for vomiting/diarrhoea
• May request medical clearance for return
• Holiday absence must be notified in advance

6. Funded Places

• 15/30 hour funding for eligible children
• Additional hours/services charged separately
• Parents must provide valid eligibility code
• Parents must reconfirm eligibility termly
• Loss of eligibility requires full fee payment

7. Health & Safety

• Parents must provide up-to-date medical information
• Prescribed medication only with written consent
• Child must be well enough to participate
• We reserve right to refuse admission if child appears unwell
• Emergency medical treatment authorised as necessary

8. Behaviour

• Persistent challenging behaviour will be addressed with parents
• Support plans developed collaboratively
• External agency involvement may be recommended
• Serious incidents may result in suspension/exclusion
• Aggressive behaviour towards staff not tolerated

9. Property & Belongings

• Label all belongings clearly
• We accept no liability for lost/damaged items
• No toys from home except comfort items
• Appropriate clothing for weather/activities required
• Spare clothes must be provided

10. General

• Parents must comply with all nursery policies
• Changes to contact details must be notified immediately
• Photos/videos only with written consent
• Complaints procedure available on request
• These terms subject to change with 30 days' notice