# Little Cobs Daycare

Little Cobs Daycare is a full-day nursery at Cobcar Street, Elsecar, Barnsley, S74 8DA, in Elsecar, Barnsley. It is registered for 42 children.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-cobs-daycare-2869792  
Last checked 31 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Cobcar Street, Elsecar, Barnsley, S74 8DA
- Registered places: 42
- Phone: 01226 652014
- Website: https://www.littlecobs.com/
- Ofsted URN: 2869792

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since December 2025 (Reference 2869792). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2869792)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2869792)
- Registered places: 42 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2869792)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 26 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/398657)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Cobcar Street, Elsecar, Barnsley, S74 8DA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.499571,-1.424700

- Station: Elsecar, 0.1 miles
- 12 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: The Forge Recreation Ground, 0.3 miles
- Park: Elsecar Park, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Barnsley there are about 3.9 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (March 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Greenfield Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Jump Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Good (February 2024) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Hoyland Springwood Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (October 2023) |  | 0.8 miles |
| The Ellis Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2022) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| West Meadows Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (January 2026) | yes | 1.3 miles |
| Wentworth CofE Junior and Infant School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (January 2023) |  | 1.4 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Elsecar Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/elsecar-nursery-ey541622) | Good |  |  | 0.3 miles |
| [Railway Children Nursery Jump](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/railway-children-nursery-jump-2859930) | Report card Mar 2026 |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Rainbow Day Care Hoyland](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-day-care-hoyland-ey552322) | Good |  |  | 0.7 miles |
| [Tots2teens Daycare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tots2teens-daycare-ey552440) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Marys Little Lambs Wombwell](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/marys-little-lambs-wombwell-2852433) | Report card Feb 2026 |  |  | 1.1 miles |
| [Little Explorers Community Nursery Blackerhill](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-explorers-community-nursery-blackerhill-2790772) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can Little Cobs Daycare take?

Little Cobs Daycare is registered with Ofsted for up to 42 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Little Cobs Daycare?

Elsecar is the nearest station we know of, 0.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Little Cobs Daycare?

You can call 01226 652014 and visit www.littlecobs.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2869792)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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