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

About this day nursery

Cranbrook Nurseries & Pre-Schools, with roots tracing back to 1983, provides childcare and early education across multiple locations, including Horley, Crawley, and Haywards Heath. Designed to be a home-like environment, the nurseries welcome children from three months to five years old, fostering development through a blend of indoor and outdoor activities.

The curriculum is shaped by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising child-led exploration and adult-guided experiences to build independence, resilience, and social skills. A key feature of their approach is outdoor learning, with nurseries registered as Forest Schools, utilising local woodlands and wilderness gardens for unique educational opportunities.

The focus extends to holistic development, supported by a team of experienced and dedicated early years educators who prioritise strong relationships with both children and their families. Home-cooked meals are prepared daily, ensuring nutritious options for the children.

Cranbrook Nurseries seeks to establish a true partnership with parents, believing that collaborative efforts lead to the best developmental outcomes for each child.

Our ethos

We believe the early years shape everything that follows. That’s why we’re here to give children the best possible start. Since 1983, we have been providing high-quality childcare, welcoming children from their earliest days and helping them grow into confident, curious learners. Our nursery is thoughtfully designed to feel like a home-from-home for your child, where they feel comfortable, happy and secure. Children are supported by our experienced early years educators who understand how they learn best, through play and discovery.

What it's like

Throughout the nursery, children's behaviour is impeccable. Children's independence skills are thoroughly embedded in their daily routines. Children are deeply engaged in their learning environment and have excellent opportunities to learn about their local community and communities in other countries.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around full-time and part-time attendance options. A non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place once confirmed, and a sibling discount is available for families with multiple children attending the nursery full-time.