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Busy Lizzie's

Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
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5.0(5 parent reviews) ·5th Chichester Scout Hut, Whyke Road, Chichester, PO19 8HS · West Sussex
Number of places
34 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
West Sussex

About this day nursery

Busy Lizzie's Nursery is a childcare provider in Chichester, offering flexible and affordable care with a child-centred approach. The nursery operates from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, during school terms.

They prioritise flexibility to accommodate varying family needs and encourage prospective parents to discuss their ideal session requirements. The nursery is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, with its last inspection in 2023.

They also run a Busy Lizzie’s Holiday Club, though this is currently only for primary school children. Parents can find up-to-date information and reviews on their Facebook page.

The nursery is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive through play-centred activities. They offer various government funding options to help with childcare costs and have a simple registration process that includes a visit to the nursery and completion of an online form, securing a child's place.

Our ethos

Busy Lizzie's Nursery is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive through play-centred activities, with a child-centred approach that prioritises flexibility to accommodate varying family needs.

What it's like

Children happily arrive at nursery and eagerly access the large open-plan environment and well-equipped garden. They can choose to play outdoors for much of the day and access resources they need freely. Staff skilfully support children to develop their ability to keep themselves safe.

Flexible SessionsChild-centredPlay-centredOfsted Good

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged at an hourly rate based on three age bands, with flexible session times available between 8am and 4pm. An early start session from 7.30am is also available and includes breakfast. Funded hours can be accessed fully free of charge, with no fees for consumables or registration.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
  • Hourly Rate Age 0-1£9 / hour
  • Hourly Rate Age 2£8.30 / hour
  • Hourly Rate Age 3-4£7.70 / hour
  • Early Start£5.50
  • Late collection£5.50

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of 3 hours per session.
  • Latest start time is 9.30am, with no collections permitted between 11.45am and 12.30pm.
  • No registration or consumable fees are currently charged.
  • Early start from 7.30am includes breakfast but cannot be funded using government hours.
  • Afternoon-only sessions are not offered.

Key facts

Session types

Minimum of 3 hours, Latest start time is 9.30am, No collections between 11.45 and 12.30, Early start from 7.30 am with breakfast

Opening hours

8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday during school terms

Age range

0-4 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Busy Lizzie's

Last inspected 3 May 2023

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 happily arrive at nursery and eagerly access the large open-plan environment and well-equipped garden. They can choose to play outdoors for much of the day and access resources they need freely. Staff skilfully support children to develop their ability to keep themselves safe.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff implement a clear curriculum, which builds on children's interests.
  • Partnerships with parents are effective.
  • Children who speak English as an additional language celebrate their cultures.
  • Children demonstrate strong attachments with their key person.
  • Staff support and extend children's learning well.

Areas to develop

  • 1The provider should support staff to recognise when children need more time to process their thoughts and ideas when responding to questions.
Inspection #10285460 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that they receive guidance and support for home learning, including referrals to outside agencies.

Parents speak highly of the staff team and comment that they are 'warm' and 'nurturing'.

Parents value regular feedback and updates about their child's development.

They comment that their children progress well at the nursery, including in their social skills and language development.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and their parents, are supported well. Funding is used effectively to provide additional staffing to support children with SEND to access activities fully. Parents comment that they receive guidance and support for home learning, including referrals to outside agencies, which helps to ensure that children with SEND reach their potential.

Outdoor space

Children happily arrive at nursery and eagerly access the large open-plan environment and well-equipped garden. They can choose to play outdoors for much of the day and access resources they need freely.

Parent Reviews of Busy Lizzie's

5.0
(5)
katy Davis
a year ago

My twins attend this nursery, and they are amazing, especially with SEN, and have support delaying school start as they are summer born. All the staff are really friendly and always comment on how well my boys are settling. Even though they have a phenomenal key worker who has helped with everything, we could possibly have asked for, all the staff to know the boys' needs and support them so well. The manager is also very easy to talk to and very efficient in helping and getting the right support in place

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Beccy Fereday
6 years ago

My daughter (3) started Busy Lizzies from 11months. Busy Lizzie's use lots of different fun activities that have helped her walk, talk and learn, they share my pride on every milestone. We have been made to feel like part of the family so much so my daughter calls it 'key workers' house rather then 'nursery'.

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Max Hammond
6 years ago

Fantastic little nursery. Two of my children have attended here and I couldn’t be happier with their experience. The are always lots of activities to do, to practice different skills and keep the children entertained. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the communication with parents is great. Large outside area which they use every day. My children were always excited to go to nursery!

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Tanya Humphrey
5 years ago

This is a fantastic Nursery for children , The staff are amazing and engage with you if any problems big or small. I have sent all three of my children here and would not send them anywhere else , The children love it and Claire and her staff are second to none ........Brilliant.

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Jen Swires-Hennessy
6 years ago

We love Busy Lizzie's, our daughter has settled so quickly and loves it. They are so friendly and the childcare is super flexible and brilliant value.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2008

  • May 2023Good
  • October 2017Good
  • October 2016Good
  • February 2013Good
  • January 2011Good
  • October 2008Good

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