Dots & Tots Nursery Ltd

A gorgeous celebration for our little nursery graduates.

You’ve all grown into the most wonderful individuals, and it has been a privilege to be part of your journey. We are so incredibly proud of each and every one of you and can’t wait to watch you thrive as you begin your exciting adventure at big school.

Enjoy your final week with us, Little Dots. We’ll miss you all so much! 🎓

We’re so excited to finally share some wonderful news! 🌱

At Dots & Tots Nurseries, we’ve been working closely with the amazing Louise Mercieca and the team at Tiny Tums to develop our new menus and strengthen our approach to children’s nutrition.

Healthy eating in the early years is about so much more than what’s on the plate. It’s about supporting brain development, growth, learning, concentration and establishing positive eating habits that can last a lifetime.

Receiving our Tiny Tums Bowl of Approval 2026 is a fantastic milestone and reflects our commitment to providing nutritious, balanced meals that truly support children’s development.

A huge thank you to Louise for sharing her expertise and passion. We can’t wait to introduce our new menus and continue this exciting journey together, giving every child the very best nutritional start.

Here’s to healthier plates, happier children and a partnership we’re incredibly proud of! 💚

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🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟

Do you have a passion for helping little minds grow? We’re looking for a Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our wonderful team from September 2026.

📍 Part-time
📍 Term-time only
📍 Qualified practitioner required

If you’re nurturing, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV to [email protected] or message us for more information.

✨ Little minds at work.

Exploring, problem-solving and discovering through play every day at Dots & Tots 💛

Building confidence one ride at a time! ☁️

Balance bikes are a firm favourite at Dots & Tots, helping children develop coordination, balance and independence through play.

✨ Everyday Magic Through Play ✨

Whether exploring our fairy garden, sharing stories, or making discoveries outdoors, our children are encouraged to follow their curiosity every day. These meaningful moments help develop imagination, communication, and a love of learning in a nurturing environment. 🌿🧚

Did you know? 💡

What may look like “just play” is actually helping children develop important skills every day.

Balancing activities help build coordination, confidence and gross motor skills, while sensory play encourages curiosity, problem-solving and language development.

At Dots and Tots, learning is woven into every activity! and the children have so much fun they don’t even realise they’re doing it! 💛

✨ A little look into life at Dots and Tots ✨

From outdoor adventures and sensory play to building confidence, friendships and independence, every day is filled with opportunities to learn, explore and have fun. 💛

We love creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy and excited to discover the world around them.

Here are just a few snapshots of our little Dots in action! 🌈

We conducted a very formal, and very scientific focus group of cuddly toys. The cuddly toys concluded unanimously, that they have a better night’s sleep when they are sitting outside of a baby’s cot.*

Not only do the toys get a better night’s sleep, but babies are safer too. The safest cot for a baby is a clear cot. That means removing anything that isn’t essential – including teddies and other furry friends.

Babies need just two items in their cot:

- A firm, flat, waterproof mattress.

- Lightweight bedding.

Keeping toys in the cot with a baby whilst they are sleeping could cover their face and obstruct their breathing.

*Please don’t ask us to pull up the evidence on this focus group.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/41UTxvq

Do you have a two-year old child and would you like information about the benefits and eligibility for funded early education? Then come along to a Best Start in Life Roadshows and meet the team who will be happy to talk to you and support your application.

https://families.leicester.gov.uk/