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Butterfly Nursery # Butterfly Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · Hove Polyclinic, Nevill Avenue, HOVE, BN3 7HY · Brighton and Hove Number of places 46 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Brighton and Hove About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Butterfly Nursery School offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can develop their individual personalities, build confidence, and socialise. The day nursery prides itself on its dedicated and experienced team, who are committed to providing high-quality childcare and education. They are Ofsted registered and implement the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, working closely with local authorities and the National Day Nursery Association to maintain up-to-date best practices. The nursery also accommodates flexible session needs, including ad hoc and rota-based bookings, understanding that parents sometimes require adaptable childcare solutions. The setting aims to be a safe and inviting space that encourages independence, problem-solving, and decision-making through a variety of engaging activities and a well-designed learning environment. Our ethos Butterfly Nursery School implements the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, aiming to foster children's individual personalities, confidence, and social skills. They are committed to providing high-quality childcare and education in a safe and stimulating environment that encourages independence, problem-solving, and decision-making. What it's like Staff create a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well and confidently access their surroundings. The indoor and outdoor environments are thoughtfully designed to promote physical development and engagement with the natural world, with specific provisions for babies and all-weather access. Flexible sessions Ofsted registered Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Experienced team ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](http://www.butterflynursery.co.uk/#timesfees) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am - 5.30pm, 50 weeks a year Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2005 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Butterfly Nursery Last inspected 5 December 2022 · James Sutton 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 Staff create a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well and confidently access their surroundings. The indoor and outdoor environments are thoughtfully designed to promote physical development and engagement with the natural world, with specific provisions for babies and all-weather access. Inspector highlights - Partnership with parents is strong, with regular communication and a lending library to support home learning. - Management demonstrates good reflective skills, promptly improving practice with extra interventions for children's concentration and fine motor skills. - Staff promote communication and language across all age groups, using sign language and visual cues, supported by extensive training. - Staff have good knowledge of children who need extra support, with a well-trained SENCo who collaborates with other professionals to ensure effective interventions. - Staff in the baby room build strong attachments, acting as key persons and catering to babies' individual needs, including sleep routines. Areas to develop - 1 make better use of staff's knowledge of children's needs to allow all children to actively engage in their environment. - 2 support staff to recognise the learning opportunities that may arise when participating in activities. Inspection #10234888 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205037) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Butterfly Nursery Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10234888 Lead inspector James Sutton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205037)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY298705) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://www.butterflynursery.co.uk) Hove Polyclinic, Nevill Avenue, HOVE, BN3 7HY ## Explore day nurseries near HOVE - [Day nurseries in HOVE](/search?q=HOVE) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=butterfly-nursery-bn3-7hy-ey298705) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have good knowledge of children who need extra support in their learning. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) undertakes relevant training. They work well with other professionals and have a clear understanding of the interventions to put in place. They work with all staff to ensure children benefit from this extra support. Outdoor space Children and staff are eager to engage with the well-planned, outdoor environment. They access this in all weathers with a positive attitude, while engaging with the natural world. Management have ensured there are under-cover areas for children to access in all weathers. There is also a separate area for younger children to use at busier times. Inspection history Date: February 2009 - December 2022 Good - March 2017 Good - March 2013 Good - February 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Butterfly Nursery ### How is Butterfly Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### How can Butterfly Nursery be contacted? ### Whereabouts is Butterfly Nursery? ### What areas is Butterfly Nursery working on developing? ## Nearby day nurseries in HOVE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Butterfly Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Fizzy Fish Hove · BN3 7NR 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/fizzy-fish-bn3-7nr-ey493561) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Fizzy Fish Pre School Hove · BN3 7NG 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/fizzy-fish-pre-school-bn3-7ng-ey498208) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Active Kid's Nursery Hove · BN3 8LD 4.8(22 Google reviews) ](/nursery/active-kids-bn3-8ld) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Little Lambs Kindergarten Hove · BN3 7FG 5.0(18 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-lambs-kindergarten-bn3-7fg-ey486013) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Woodpeckers Nursery Hangleton · BN3 8LF 5.0(8 Google reviews) ](/nursery/woodpeckers-nursery-ltd-bn3-8lf-2603828) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Dolphins Pre School Hove · BN3 7QD 5.0(12 Google reviews) ](/nursery/dolphins-pre-school-bn3-7qd-130680) [See all nurseries in HOVE →](/search?q=HOVE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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