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Bloomsbury on the beach

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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3.0(2 Google reviews) ·Units 1- 4, 300 Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1BX · Brighton and Hove
Number of places
35 places
Age range
2–3 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Brighton and Hove

About this day nursery

Bloomsbury on the Beach, an extension of Bloomsbury Street nursery, is a unique preschool setting operated by Hove Village, that opened in the summer of 2023. This Brighton-based nursery, situated directly on Madeira Drive, offers a distinctive "beach-front" location, providing children with an unparalleled outdoor learning experience.

The curriculum is deeply rooted in a "Beach School" ethos, integrating early years education with rich, nature-based seaside explorations. With a strong emphasis on outdoor activities, sustainability, and positive environmental impact, children engage in activities such as Beach School sessions and yoga, promoting physical development and a connection to nature.

The day nursery offers 36 places for older toddlers and pre-school children, operating year-round from Monday to Friday with full-day care from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm. All meals, snacks, nappies, and formula are included in the fees, alongside early starts and late finishes, highlighting an inclusive approach to childcare.

The day nursery prides itself on high parent satisfaction, with glowing reviews often praising the children's happiness, social and language development, and the quality of staff.

Our ethos

Our "Beach School" ethos integrates early years education with nature-based seaside explorations, emphasising outdoor activities, sustainability, and a connection to nature. We aim to provide children with rich, outdoor learning experiences through activities like Beach School sessions and yoga.

What it's like

Children arrive happy and settle quickly at this well-organised, engaging provision. Staff hold children in high regard and foster positive relationships to help them feel safe and secure. Staff work hard to get to know each child and their family well, which enables key persons to plan and tailor effective educational programmes that meet children's individual needs.

Beachfront LocationOutdoor Learning FocusInclusive Full-Day ModelHigh Parent Satisfaction

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm for full-day care.

Food

Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, tea, and snacks daily. Fees include all meals, snacks, nappies, and formula.

Age range

Older toddlers and pre-school children

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full day

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bloomsbury on the beach

Last inspected 19 September 2024

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 arrive happy and settle quickly at this well-organised, engaging provision. Staff hold children in high regard and foster positive relationships to help them feel safe and secure. Staff work hard to get to know each child and their family well, which enables key persons to plan and tailor effective educational programmes that meet children's individual needs.

Inspector highlights

  • Senior leaders accurately self-evaluate the quality of the provision and use feedback to drive ongoing improvements.
  • Staff have a sound understanding of what they want children to learn and implement a purposeful curriculum.
  • Staff model harmonious working relationships with children, families and each other, and children benefit from observing positive partnerships.
  • Children are encouraged to be independent and confident, and can recall golden rules about behavioural expectations.
  • Staff make good use of facilities in the local area, such as trips to the beach, to support children in learning about different people and communities.
  • Senior leaders work closely with their staff team to model good early years practice and offer opportunities for mentoring, coaching, and training.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff's teaching practice to further extend on what children already know, remember and can do
  • 2develop all staff's understanding of how to support children's emotional well-being and respond in ways that acknowledge and validate their feelings.
Inspection #10364666 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff are ambitious for all children and strive to ensure that those with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the support they need to help them catch up.

Outdoor space

Children thoroughly enjoy trips to the beach. They relish seeking beach 'treasure' and discuss what they have found with one another. Staff use recent training to teach children simple ways they can have a positive impact by looking after the environment. Children learn about protecting the ocean and engage in mini beach cleans. This contributes towards supporting children to learn about the natural world and life beyond the provision.

Google Reviews of Bloomsbury on the beach

3.0
(2 Google reviews)
Sarah Potts
10 months ago

I had an unpleasant experience today with one the nursery staff- during a nursery trip in a public place we were also attending. The member of nursery staff made a comment directed at the children she was looking after about myself and my children that I felt was rude and unprofessional. As she was representing your company and is supposed to be a role model to the children in her care I would expect a certain level of professionalism and kindness from her. I believe it is important for staff to maintain a friendly, patient, and supportive attitude, especially when interacting with children and other families that are sharing the same space. This lady would benefit with further training on her people skills.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

19 September 2024

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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