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Bluebell Hill Children's Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2025)
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4.8(27 parent reviews) ·The Circus, Seaville Drive, EASTBOURNE, BN23 6LJ · East Sussex
Number of places
62 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2025
Local authority
East Sussex

About this day nursery

Bluebell Hill Children's Nursery in Eastbourne offers a nurturing and stimulating environment situated within a charming converted house. Conveniently located near Eastbourne's town centre, Sovereign Harbour, Langney, and Hampden Park, the nursery provides both full-time and part-time childcare solutions.

The facility boasts bright, well-appointed rooms designed to keep children engaged and happy, complemented by spacious, enclosed mature gardens where outdoor play and nature exploration are encouraged. The nursery prioritises safety and security, with fully enclosed premises.

Emphasising a smooth transition for new children and their families, Bluebell Hill offers home visits and tailored settling-in sessions. A dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced staff are committed to providing exceptional care and education, with each child assigned a key person to foster strong relationships and maintain open communication with parents.

Parents are kept informed through the 'Nursery in a Box' app, providing real-time updates on their child's day.

What it's like

Children are welcomed into a safe and happy environment where they develop strong bonds with staff, who support their emotional development well. They play in an exciting environment that is planned around their needs, and staff have clear boundaries and expectations for their behaviour, helping them to develop lovely friendships.

Warm and stimulating environmentWalled mature gardens for outdoor playHighly qualified and experienced staffPersonalised settling-in processReal-time parent updates via app

Pricing & funding

Fees are invoiced monthly in advance and include all nappies, wipes, milk, snacks, and meals. There is no minimum weekly session booking requirement, although a security deposit is required to secure a child's place.

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)

Good to know

  • No minimum session booking is required per week.
  • A deposit of £80.00 is required to secure a place, refunded when the child leaves.
  • The deposit is non-refundable if the child does not start.
  • Fees include all nappies, wipes, milk, snacks, and meals.
  • Fees are invoiced monthly in advance.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM

Food

Meals, snacks, milk and nappies provided, accommodating dietary restrictions.

Staff

1:3 for under-twos, 1:4 for 2-3 years, and 1:8 for 3-5 years

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full-time, Part-time

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bluebell Hill Children's Nursery

Last inspected 11 July 2025 · Alison Martin

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 are welcomed into a safe and happy environment where they develop strong bonds with staff, who support their emotional development well. They play in an exciting environment that is planned around their needs, and staff have clear boundaries and expectations for their behaviour, helping them to develop lovely friendships.

Inspector highlights

  • The new and inspired leadership team has taken swift and effective measures to address weaknesses.
  • Leaders are highly evaluative and involve children, staff, and parents in new plans and initiatives.
  • The curriculum is well sequenced and devised around the setting's intent for children's learning.
  • Staff plan activities that delight and stimulate children's curiosity, leading to busy and occupied learning.
  • Partnerships with parents are strong, and staff well-being is high.

Areas to develop

  • 1monitor staff practice more closely to help embed consistency of staff record keeping of routines and incidents
  • 2improve staff deployment during times of change in the routine to help maintain a calm environment for young children
  • 3enhance communication and information sharing with parents whose children speak English as an additional language, to further support children's learning
Inspection #10410535 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children challenge their balance and core stability when they walk across the sensory path or develop strength in their shoulders when they sweep with brooms. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors.

EAL / language support

Staff do not always seek sufficient information from parents to fully support those children who speak English as an additional language. Communication and information sharing with parents whose children speak English as an additional language needs to be enhanced to further support children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Bluebell Hill Children's Nursery

4.8
(27)
Jamie Gillard
4 months ago

My little boy started at bluebell at the beginning of January and the staff have been amazing and so supportive. I can call to check on him at any time, even if it’s just to set my mind at ease that he is doing okay they are always happy to reassure me. My little boy loves the hot food provided and I have noticed his speech and confidence has improved already. Thank you to everyone, especially his key worker Megan.

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Lauren Smith
4 months ago

Both my girls absolutely love going to Bluebell Hill. The staff have been so warm and welcoming, showing such care when looking after them. The girls settled so quickly and are so excited to see their teachers in the mornings. Couldn't recommend Bluebell Hill enough!

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anju raju
a year ago

As a first time mum, I was really anxious about sending my little one to the nursery. After weeks of searching, I came across bluebell hill. In the first visit itself I was sure this would be the best place for my little one. Claire my baby's key worker is wonderful, she is so dedicated. She and others make sure my little one is well looked after. All the staff are wonderful, patient and professional. The managers Sarah and Jasmine are very supportive and helpful. I highly recommend bluebell hill.

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Jenna Burrell
2 years ago

I was originally let down by a local nursery and at short notice had to find somewhere else for my son to go. Bluebell Hill were quick to help and within 24 hours his place was secured and my mind was at ease. My son has always been really happy at Bluebell Hill, right from settling in sessions to now, he always comes home with a smile on his face. The staff are always smiling, patient, welcoming and there to talk about development or any concerns. Almost every day we receive pictures and development updates via the app which is lovely to see whilst at work. They also do all they can to support the families as well as the children. Very happy and highly recommend!

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Amy Noakes
2 years ago

Our little one has been at Bluebell Hill for 5 months now and is enjoying it so much. The staff are all very kind and caring and communication is great during the day on the app and at collection. I feel at ease dropping my child off knowing they are going to be well looked after and happy.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2025

Date: September 2011

  • July 2025Good
  • January 2025Requires improvement
  • October 2019Good
  • September 2013Outstanding
  • September 2011Good

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