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Cranbrook Independent Nursery and Preschool in Horley (RH6 9SW)

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2023)
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5.0(4 parent reviews) ·Ivy Cottage, Balcome Road, Horley, RH6 9SW · West Sussex
Number of places
72 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2023
Local authority
West Sussex

About this day nursery

Cranbrook Nurseries and Pre-Schools, with over four decades of experience since 1983, is dedicated to providing an outstanding start for young children. The nursery is thoughtfully designed to offer a nurturing and secure "home-from-home" environment where children feel comfortable and happy.

They foster confident, curious learners through a curriculum rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising independence, resilience, and social skills. Learning is encouraged through a balanced approach of child-led play and experiences guided by experienced educators.

Outdoor learning is a core component of their curriculum, and they also prioritise nutrition by preparing healthy, home-cooked meals daily for the children. They believe in strong partnerships with families and offer flexible attendance options to accommodate various needs, alongside government-funded childcare.

Our ethos

Cranbrook Independent Nursery and Preschool is committed to providing an outstanding start for children using a curriculum rooted in the EYFS framework, emphasising independence, resilience and social skills. They foster confident, curious learners through a balance of child-led play and guided experiences, with outdoor learning and nutrition also being core components.

What it's like

The nursery provides a caring and homely environment for children. The provider has made significant improvements since the last inspection and appointed a new leadership team, which has made a vast difference to the quality of care and learning experiences children have. The quality of care given to all children is consistently good, and staff are kind, caring and attentive.

Over 40 years experienceEYFS curriculumHome-cooked mealsOutdoor learning

Pricing & funding

Fees are payable upon securing a place, starting with a non-refundable registration fee. Please contact the nursery for their full session rates and fee structure.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
  • Registration Fee£100.00 / session

Good to know

  • A non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a child's place once confirmed.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cranbrook Independent Nursery and Preschool

Last inspected 3 August 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

The nursery provides a caring and homely environment for children. The provider has made significant improvements since the last inspection and appointed a new leadership team, which has made a vast difference to the quality of care and learning experiences children have. The quality of care given to all children is consistently good, and staff are kind, caring and attentive.

Inspector highlights

  • Senior leaders and the new nursery manager have a precise and accurate view of the quality of provision.
  • Staff morale has greatly improved, and they feel listened to and valued with access to extensive additional training.
  • Teaching is good, with a fully embedded, structured curriculum that considers children's existing knowledge and next learning steps.
  • Children develop very positive attitudes towards learning, and staff encourage resilience and a "can-do" approach.
  • Children behave well, with mixed-age groups playing happily, sharing, taking turns, and showing respect for one another.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop further ways to help parents become more closely involved in their children's learning.
Inspection #10281839 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The individual needs of every child, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are planned for well. Leaders make sure children receive the help they need quickly.

Outdoor space

Babies thoroughly enjoy playing inside and outside. Older children thoroughly enjoy taking part in many exciting activities outdoors. Children spend large amounts of time outside and benefit from many activities enabling them to be physically active.

Parent Reviews of Cranbrook Independent Nursery and Preschool

5.0
(4)
C Bateman
6 months ago

Ivy Cottage has been a wonderful nursery for my child who has been attending there for nearly 2 years. Jodie is an exceptional manager, she’s always welcoming and communicates well. The whole team is great, and our child is happy and truly blossoming. Couldn’t ask for more!

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Rachel Cornell
2 years ago

I cannot fault Ivy cottage. The staff are the most welcoming committed professionals you could wish to find. They take the time to know the children and provide the best level of care possible. Jodie and the team should be so proud of what they have achieved and the wonderful environment they have created for the children.

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Joanna Chelimala
3 years ago

Can't recommend enough, have my both kids there, they are always happy to go in and even more happy after day of adventures and playtime, the Manager and the rest of the team are going above and beyond to make sure that kids are safe, happy and developing at the right pace.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: September 2010

  • August 2023Good
  • February 2023Inadequate
  • April 2017Good
  • June 2014Good
  • August 2013Good
  • September 2010Good

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