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Beacon Hill Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2022)
·The Old School Hall, Churt Road, HINDHEAD, GU26 6NL · Surrey
Number of places
32 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2022
Local authority
Surrey

About this day nursery

Beacon Hill Nursery School operates as part of the Butterflies Nursery School group, sharing its ethos with a sister branch in Thursley, Surrey. The nursery provides a spacious and stimulating environment for children ranging from 9 months to 5 years.

Divided into "The Moons" and "The Stars" rooms, it caters to different age groups, with "The Stars" focusing on younger children and babies for foundational development, and "The Moons" supporting 2-3-year-olds and preschoolers with a diverse range of individual and group activities. The curriculum is designed to be enjoyable and beneficial, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage guidelines, which were updated in September 2025.

The nursery is committed to creating a happy and secure setting, ensuring children are well-prepared for primary school. They boast a large outdoor playing area with a protective awning, allowing for year-round outdoor play.

The nursery maintains high standards through regular inspections and actively collaborates with Early Years advisors and external agencies to ensure exceptional care and education for all children, including those with English as an additional language or in need of specialist support.

What it's like

Children enjoy coming to the nursery, settle quickly and form strong bonds with staff and each other. They are caring, take turns, share well and engage in activities that build their communication and learning.

Spacious learning environmentLarge outdoor play area with awningEYFS curriculumAges 9 months to 5 yearsPart of Butterflies Nursery School group

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged for term-time only sessions (38 weeks a year) and annualised into fixed monthly payments. Age bands cover under twos, two-year-olds, and children aged three plus, with morning or full-day sessions available. Private fees include meals, snacks, consumables, and extra activities.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Late Payment Charge£25 / session
  • 3-4 year olds (private hours and funded hours)£167.83 / month
  • 2 year olds (private hours and funded hours)£100.95 / month
  • Under 2’s (private hours and funded hours)£16.18 / month
  • Under 2’s Private hours only (2 days/week)£443.33 / month

Good to know

  • Fees are calculated over 38 weeks and billed in 12 equal monthly instalments, due on the 28th.
  • No refunds or session swaps are offered for absences, sickness, holidays, bank holidays, or severe weather.
  • Late payments or failed direct debits incur a £25 charge, with places cancelled after two weeks of non-payment.
  • Private fees include meals, snacks, consumables, and extra activities.
  • Fully funded places exclude consumables and require a voluntary contribution towards food and essentials.

Key facts

Session types

Morning Session (8am to 1pm), Full Day (8am to 5pm), Funded Day (8:30am to 11:30am), Funded Day (8:30am to 2:30pm)

Opening hours

8am to 5pm

Age range

9 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2012

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Beacon Hill Nursery School

Last inspected 28 April 2022 · Anne Nicholson

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 enjoy coming to the nursery, settle quickly and form strong bonds with staff and each other. They are caring, take turns, share well and engage in activities that build their communication and learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Children settle quickly and form strong bonds with staff and each other.
  • Staff build well on children's communication and learning and plan engaging activities.
  • Management has a clear vision and staff understand the curriculum.
  • Staff work closely with other professionals and parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Partnership with parents is strong and staff keep parents informed about children's days and developmental achievements.

Areas to develop

  • 1increase opportunities for the youngest children to explore and experiment using their senses
  • 2support staff to consistently promote and encourage children's independence skills and their sense of responsibility for their environment.
Inspection #10226664 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Management and staff work closely with other professionals and parents to ensure that children with emerging or identified special educational needs and/or disabilities receive prompt and consistent support. This helps them to make the best possible progress they are capable of.

Outdoor space

Children use the outdoor area and resources from the shed to create their own games with buckets and balls, counting and naming colours. Younger children explore the 'pirate ship' in the garden and investigate the mud kitchen.

Inspection history

Date: April 2013

  • April 2022Good
  • December 2016Good
  • April 2013Good

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