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Please contact the nursery directly to discuss eligibility and availability for these funded places." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are Battle Pre-School Playgroup's opening hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Battle Pre-School Playgroup is open Monday to Friday from 9am until 3pm. The pre-school operates all year round." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Battle Pre-School Playgroup accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Battle Pre-School Playgroup accepts children aged from 2 to 4 years old. The playgroup was established to provide early years education for children in this age range." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Battle Pre-School Playgroup have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Battle Pre-School Playgroup has outdoor space. Children enjoy digging in the garden and participating in forest school adventures, learning about the benefits of being outdoors for their mental and physical health. The facility has a recently remodelled garden." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Battle Pre-School Playgroup support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Battle Pre-School Playgroup supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by helping them manage their emotions effectively. For example, staff provide cosy, calm spaces for children to retreat to when needed, ensuring a supportive environment for all. " } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Battle Pre-School Playgroup?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Children and their families are warmly welcomed at this inspiring setting. Children enter eagerly, excited to explore what staff have planned for them at Battle Pre-School Playgroup." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Battle Pre-School Playgroup or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Battle Pre-School Playgroup by calling 04120 401278 or by visiting their website at https://battlepreschool.co.uk. They are currently accepting bookings for September 2026." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Battle Pre-School Playgroup # Battle Pre-School Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Asten Fields, Battle, TN33 0HP · East Sussex Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority East Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Battle Pre-School Playgroup, established in 1969, is a registered charity offering early years education for children aged two to five. Located in Asten Fields, Battle, the pre-school provides a nurturing, safe, and secure environment, encouraging children to take an active role in their learning journey. With an Ofsted rating of "Good" from 2019, the pre-school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, allowing each child to progress at their individual pace. The dedicated and highly trained staff are committed to fostering confident and resilient individuals, developing learning through exploration and enjoyment. The pre-school values parental involvement and offers home links to ensure a strong partnership in each child's development. Over the years, the facility has expanded through fundraising and community support, providing disabled access, updated cloakrooms, an outdoor floor surface with an overhead canopy, and a recently remodelled garden. The pre-school is currently accepting bookings for September 2026. Our ethos Battle Pre-School Playgroup follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, encouraging children to take an active role in their learning journey. The staff are committed to fostering confident and resilient individuals through exploration and enjoyment, valuing parental involvement to support each child's development. What it's like Children and their families are warmly welcomed at this inspiring setting. Children enter eagerly, excited to explore what staff have planned for them. These experiences successfully help develop children's understanding of nature and caring for the natural world. Charity-run Ofsted rated Good Forest School offers ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://battlepreschool.co.uk/policies/Fee%20structure%20Policy%20September%202024.pdf) ## Key facts Waitlist Now taking bookings for September 2026 for children aged under 2, and places are offered according to a waiting list. All children are required to attend a minimum of two sessions over two different days. Opening hours Monday to Friday from 9am until 3pm Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1993 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Battle Pre-School Playgroup Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10398984 Lead inspector Victoria Salisbury Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281607)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/109386) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=battle-pre-school-playgroup-tn33-0hp-109386) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Battle Pre-School Playgroup Last inspected 6 June 2025 · Victoria Salisbury Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children and their families are warmly welcomed at this inspiring setting. Children enter eagerly, excited to explore what staff have planned for them. These experiences successfully help develop children's understanding of nature and caring for the natural world. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers are passionate and committed to giving children the best start. They offer excellent support for families. - Children benefit from a very inclusive environment, learning about different cultures and valuing staff's own languages. - Staff prioritise supporting children's language skills, teaching them new and complex vocabulary. - Staff provide children with activities that support their understanding of keeping fit and healthy, including forest school adventures. - Staff encourage children to be creative thinkers, providing a motivating curriculum that fosters curiosity and imagination. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's confidence in identifying how to best support children's individual needs during key transition times. Inspection #10398984 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281607) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported in managing their emotions effectively. For example, staff provide them with cosy, calm spaces to retreat to when needed. Outdoor space Children beam with smiles as they persevere to dig holes for plants outside. Children thoroughly enjoy their forest school adventures, learning about the benefits of being outside on their mental and physical health. Inspection history Date: April 2004 - June 2025 Good - November 2019 Good - April 2016 Outstanding - April 2010 Outstanding - April 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Battle Pre-School Playgroup ### Is Battle Pre-School Playgroup a good nursery? ### What is Battle Pre-School Playgroup's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Battle Pre-School Playgroup cost? ### Does Battle Pre-School Playgroup accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Battle Pre-School Playgroup take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Battle Pre-School Playgroup take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Battle Pre-School Playgroup's opening hours? ### What age range does Battle Pre-School Playgroup accept? ### Does Battle Pre-School Playgroup have outdoor space? ### How does Battle Pre-School Playgroup support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Battle Pre-School Playgroup? ### How do I contact Battle Pre-School Playgroup or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Battle Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Battle Pre-School Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Claverham Day Nursery Battle · TN33 0HT ](/nursery/claverham-day-nursery-tn33-0ht-508991) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Caterpillar Pre-School of Battle Baptist Church Battle · TN33 0EG ](/nursery/caterpillar-pre-school-of-battle-baptist-church-tn33-0eg-ey446923) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Crowhurst Preschool Battle · TN33 9AY ](/nursery/crowhurst-preschool-tn33-9ay-ey562122) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### Muddy Boots ' Sunshine Room' Ninfield · TN33 9JW ](/nursery/muddy-boots-sunshine-room-tn33-9jw-2574136) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### Countryways Nursery Sedlescombe · TN33 0SD ](/nursery/countryways-nursery-tn33-0sd-ey399786) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.2 mi ### Muddy Boots 'Snowdrop Cottage' Ninfield · TN33 9EE ](/nursery/muddy-boots-snowdrop-cottage-tn33-9ee-2593325) [See all nurseries in Battle →](/search?q=Battle) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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