A happy place
to learn, play
and grow

Welcome to Little Nick, Ewell, a nurturing nursery and preschool for 1 – 5 year olds where children build confidence, make friends and develop a lifelong love of learning through play, exploration and caring relationships.

12 months – 5 years
Care that grows with your child

9am – 3pm funded
Eligible funded sessions

8am – 5pm care
Private wraparound care available

Little Nick Nursery and Preschool sits in a delightful setting in Ewell Village, close to Gibraltar Road recreation centre and in walking distance to West Ewell station. Children have seamless access to the great outdoors all year round, while we play and learn come rain or shine.

Our Nursery and Preschool is an OFSTED registered ‘GOOD’ environment.

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Caring staff

Our passionate and experienced team create a warm, supportive environment where every child feels valued.

Learning through play

We inspire curious minds with fun, hands-on learning experiences, tailored to each child’s interests.

Safe outdoor spaces

Our secure outdoor areas give children the freedom to explore, be active and connect with nature every day.

Healthy routines

We provide nutritious meals, rest time and a consistent route to support happy, healthy development.

Spaces for everyone

Set in the heart of Ewell Village, our nursery offers a cosy, welcoming indoor environment where little ones can feel at home. With inviting spaces for different ages to play, explore and learn, and plenty of safe outdoor space for fresh air and adventure, there’s room for everyone to thrive.

Play

Room to imagine, build, create and enjoy open-ended play with friends.

Learning

Calm, engaging spaces for stories, discovery, creativity and early learning.

Outdoors

Fresh air, movement and exploration in a safe and stimulating outdoor space.

A passionate and caring team

Our experienced and dedicated team create a warm, supportive and nurturing environment where every child feels value. If you are interested in joining our team, check out our current vacancies here.

Russell Downs

Nursery Manager

Russell has worked in Early Years for over 20 years in a variety of management roles both in the UK and abroad. He is a graduate of Kingston University with a degree in Early Years Education and is excited to be leading the team at Little Nick Ewell as both Manager and joint owner.
He is especially looking forward to using the wonderful outdoor space, provide innovative and engaging activities, developing the team and building relationships with parents, families and the wider community, including 2nd Ewell Scout Group (whose facilities we use).

Rameez Bashir

Deputy Manager and SENDCo

I am qualified as a Graduate Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) early years teacher and also hold a Master’s Degree in Early Years Education. I have acquired over 20 years experience of working in the private early years sector, as an Assistant, Deputy Manager and teacher, Manager/ Early Year Teacher, and SENCO plus as an Afterschool Club Manager. I am passionate about the field of early years and an advocate of child’s voice and sustained shared thinking. I believe children learn best when their voice is heard and their interests are being acknowledged.

Karl Nicholas

Owner

Karl has over 20 years experience of leadership within both the primary and secondary school sectors. He is currently Inclusion Manager and SENDCo in a large secondary school. Karl is also a trained ‘challenge partners’ primary and EYFS reviewer and enjoys working within the EYFS and Primary sectors.

Charlotte Barratt

Early Years Educator (Apprenticeship)

Kirsty Ward

Early Years Educator (L3)

Samantha Luxton

Early Years Educator (L3)

Steph Buchanan

Early Years Educator (L2)

Kay Brethwick

Catering Manager

Our ethos and aims

Guided by our values, we create a happy, inclusive and inspiring place where every child can learn, grow and belong.

OUR ETHOS

A warm, nurturing and inclusive community

To provide high quality early years education, open and accessible to all with an emphasis on outdoor learning and opportunities in a safe and caring environment.

Our philosophy is that children will grow in our care through relaxed curriculum learning at their own pace. They will gather skills and abilities to be confident, independent learners. They will build positive relationships with their peers and staff members. We believe the children should be allowed to learn at their own pace with support tailored to their needs.

OUR AIMS

Helping every child thrive

Continually strive to create a warm and nurturing environment in which children feel physically and emotionally safe.

Create a homely atmosphere in which all staff know all children, and every child’s individual needs are identified, valued and met in order to support each child in reaching their full potential.

Instil in children a lifetime love of learning.

Provide children with unique and exciting activities and experiences which promote development in all areas of learning.

Encourage a freedom of expression within a well-prepared and stimulating environment.

Develop a close and supportive relationship with parents to ensure that we work together to meet the needs of all children.

Support children in developing confidence in their own abilities.

What our parents say

Lovely welcoming staff!

Staff here made my son feel very welcome, he settled very quickly and seems to love everyone here!!

Molly

Find us here

We’re conveniently located in the heart of Ewell village.