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Broad Oak Pre-school

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2024)
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5.0(11 parent reviews) ·Broad Oak Village Hall, Burwash Road, Broad Oak, TN21 8SS · East Sussex
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2024
Local authority
East Sussex

About this day nursery

Broad Oak Preschool, a non-profit registered charity in Broad Oak, Heathfield, has been providing nurturing childcare for over 40 years. Committed to inclusivity, the preschool welcomes children aged 2 and above into a safe and loving environment.

They offer nature-inspired learning with daily Forest School sessions regardless of weather, fostering outdoor exploration. Beyond this, children benefit from unique offerings such as yoga, mindfulness classes, and baking activities.

The preschool’s location allows for enriching excursions to local farms, the Heathfield Library, churches, and shops. Conveniently situated a short drive from Heathfield town centre, Broad Oak Preschool focuses on creating a happy, secure, and thriving experience for every child.

The dedicated team works closely with families to support children’s development and their transition to primary school. As an OFSTED-regulated setting affiliated with the Early Years Alliance, the preschool is fervent about delivering exceptional learning opportunities.

Our ethos

The preschool is committed to inclusivity, offering nature-inspired learning with daily Forest School sessions regardless of weather, fostering outdoor exploration. They also provide unique offerings like yoga, mindfulness, and baking, aiming to create a happy, secure, and thriving experience for every child. They are fervent about delivering exceptional learning opportunities and work closely with families to support children's development.

What it's like

Children flourish and thrive in this inspirational setting. Staff consistently prioritise children's emotional well-being and are precisely tuned in to the needs of individual children. Children are extremely assured and competent learners, and their behaviour is exemplary.

Charity-runNature-inspired learningForest SchoolYoga & MindfulnessOFSTED-regulated

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Non-funded Breakfast Club£6.50 / hour
  • Non-funded Morning Session£25 / session
  • Non-funded Lunch Club£6 / hour
  • Non-funded Afternoon Extra Session£25 / session
  • Non-funded After School Club£6.50 / hour

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm (term time only)

Session types

Breakfast Club, Morning Session, Lunch Club, Afternoon Session (Forest School Only), After School Club

Age range

2 years and above

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Broad Oak Pre-school

Last inspected 1 July 2024

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children flourish and thrive in this inspirational setting. Staff consistently prioritise children's emotional well-being and are precisely tuned in to the needs of individual children. Children are extremely assured and competent learners, and their behaviour is exemplary.

Inspector highlights

  • Children flourish and thrive in this inspirational setting.
  • Staff expertly encourage children to 'have a go' and persevere, enhancing their resilience and self-esteem.
  • Staff create an enticing environment with a wide range of exciting activities that ignite children's interests and curiosity.
  • Staff use their extensive knowledge and awareness of child development to deliver a highly ambitious curriculum for all children.
  • Partnerships with parents are exceptionally strong, with staff valuing their input and involving them in their child's learning.
Inspection #10350875 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use their extensive knowledge and awareness of child development to deliver a highly ambitious curriculum for all children. This helps children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make the best possible progress. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with parents, outside agencies and key persons to put in place achievable targets for children to work towards. This means children with SEND are superbly supported, which helps to prepare them exceptionally well for their next stage, including moving on to school.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Broad Oak Pre-school

5.0
(11)
Daisy O’Driscoll
6 months ago

We looked at a few nurseries/preschools in the area but this one immediately impressed us. The staff are so passionate and caring. My daughter has thrived in this setting. The staff think carefully about the educational impact of each activity and the children are having such a great time, they don’t even realise they are learning. From the amazing forest school to arts and crafts, dance, cycling and yoga, I can’t imagine a better preschool.

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Sarah Fenner
6 months ago

We have been so impressed with the pre school. They offer a wide range of activities throughout the day all with a learning element always included. Our son especially loves forest school. They have done an amazing job at making this area a fun and enjoyable space for the children to explore and learn. The team at broad oak are second to none and always put the children first.

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Francesca Funnell
6 months ago

My daughter absolutely loves going to preschool. She used to attend a different on and for some reason began getting really worked up about going in but she can’t wait to run up to the door every morning at BOPS. All of the staff are so attentive and thorough. No complaints, just very grateful to have a safe, happy place for my child to be

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Heather Webb
6 months ago

Absolutely amazing preschool, the staff are so loving and caring. The forest school area is fantastic and loved so much by the children. There is a real family atmosphere here. I’m so glad it’s where I picked to send my children!

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Eleftheria Malaveta Manning
6 months ago

Love it here so much. My son thrives here and all the staff are amazing. They all know him and vice versa. They are so helpful and supportive with everything, can’t wait to send my youngest here too.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2005

  • August 2024Outstanding
  • July 2024Outstanding
  • September 2018Good
  • June 2016Good
  • May 2016Good
  • June 2011Outstanding
  • March 2011Outstanding
  • September 2007Outstanding
  • September 2007Outstanding
  • January 2005Good

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