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Bear's House, St Leonards # Bear's House, St Leonards Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 11 St. Matthews Gardens, St. Leonards-On-Sea, TN38 0TS · East Sussex Number of places 62 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 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 Bear's House Nursery, established in 2004, provides care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with holiday club provisions extending to 8 years. The nursery operates from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks a year, closing only for the Christmas period. They offer flexible session options and a limited number of term-time-only places. The nursery prides itself on its experienced and qualified team, all holding Paediatric First Aid certificates, with some staff pursuing Early Years Studies degrees. Each location boasts secure gardens that facilitate Forest School activities and vegetable growing. A dedicated chef at each nursery prepares nutritious meals, adhering to Children’s Food Trust guidelines, and the nurseries have achieved a 5-star food hygiene rating. Meals are seen as an opportunity to support children’s independence and development, introducing them to diverse tastes and cultures, with fresh water and milk readily available. The nursery encourages family involvement in various events, including Christmas parties, sports days, and graduations, and organises trips to local attractions like the Blue Reef Aquarium and Knockhatch Adventure Park. Our ethos Bear's House Nursery focuses on holistic child development, incorporating Forest School activities and gardening within its secure garden spaces. It emphasises the role of mealtimes in fostering independence and cultural awareness, with a dedicated chef providing nutritious meals in line with food hygiene standards. The nursery values family involvement through various events and aims to provide enriching experiences through organised trips. What it's like Children thrive in this welcoming nursery, settling quickly and becoming engrossed in activities. Staff interact playfully and enthusiastically, engaging children purposefully in their learning. Staff have high expectations and support children effectively in managing their emotions. Forest School activities Healthy meals prepared by a dedicated chef Various outings and events Experienced and qualified staff Flexible hours ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Our nurseries each have a fully equipped kitchen and employ a dedicated chef, creating healthy and delicious menus, mindful of all dietary and cultural requirements. Age range 3 months to 5 years (and also provide a 'Holiday Club' for children up to 8 years of age) Opening hours 7.30am until 6.00pm Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bear's House, St Leonards Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10352026 Lead inspector Kate Williams Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252083)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY535686) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bear-s-house-st-leonards-tn38-0ts-ey535686) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bear's House, St Leonards Last inspected 20 June 2024 · Kate Williams Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good What it's like to attend Children thrive in this welcoming nursery, settling quickly and becoming engrossed in activities. Staff interact playfully and enthusiastically, engaging children purposefully in their learning. Staff have high expectations and support children effectively in managing their emotions. Inspector highlights - Children thrive in a welcoming nursery environment. - Staff use song and rhyme to support children's language development. - Children learn about themselves and others through activities like drawing self-portraits. - Partnerships with other professionals, including local schools, are good. - Parents are very complimentary about the nursery and feel well informed. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the arrangements for supporting and closely monitoring staff practice so that roles and responsibilities are carried out consistently across the nursery. Inspection #10352026 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252083) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Where children have any additional needs, staff share key information that will ensure a smooth move to the new setting. Children benefit from a consistent and continuous approach. This helps children to have additional support as they encounter important changes in their lives. Outdoor space Leaders have reflected on the learning environment and made significant changes to improve children's opportunities. For example, an outdoor classroom has been introduced in the garden area for older children. Inspection history Most recent inspection 20 June 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252083) ## Frequently asked about Bear's House, St Leonards ### Is Bear's House, St Leonards a good nursery? ### What is Bear's House, St Leonards's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bear's House, St Leonards cost? ### Does Bear's House, St Leonards accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Bear's House, St Leonards take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Bear's House, St Leonards take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Bear's House, St Leonards's opening hours? ### What age range does Bear's House, St Leonards accept? ### Does Bear's House, St Leonards have outdoor space? ### How does Bear's House, St Leonards support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Bear's House, St Leonards? ### How do I contact Bear's House, St Leonards or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in St. Leonards-On-Sea Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bear's House, St Leonards. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Park Road Under Fives St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6SJ ](/nursery/park-road-under-fives-tn37-6sj-109475) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Jigsaw YMCA St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6RS 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/jigsaw-ymca-ltd-tn37-6rs-508971) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Silverhill Playgroup St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6QT ](/nursery/silverhill-playgroup-tn37-6qt-109504) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Jigsaw Day Nursery St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN38 0QL ](/nursery/jigsaw-day-nursery-tn38-0ql-508993) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Explorers Nursery St Leonards-on-Sea · TN38 0UH 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-explorers-nursery-tn38-0uh-2597019) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Artemis St Leonards St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6HR 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/artemis-st-leonards-tn37-6hr-ey355103) [See all nurseries in St. Leonards-On-Sea →](/search?q=St.+Leonards-On-Sea) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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