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Early Explorers Pre School # Early Explorers Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · Mile Oak Community Centre, Chalky Road, Brighton, BN41 2WF · Brighton and Hove Number of places 36 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 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 early years setting Early Explorers Pre School, located in Brighton, provides a nurturing environment for young children at the Mile Oak Community Centre in North Portslade. The preschool operates morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions during term-time, offering an early start option from 8 am. The facility boasts ample space, including three distinct outdoor areas designed for engaging play and learning: an outdoor classroom, a large physical play area, and a natural garden that hosts daily forest school sessions. This approach encourages children to explore, take safe risks, and develop their independence. The dedicated staff team, led by a qualified teacher, brings a wealth of experience and qualifications to support each child's development. They focus on fostering communication skills through careful interaction and providing opportunities for children to engage in both child-led and adult-led activities, ensuring a responsive and supportive learning journey for every individual. Our ethos Early Explorers Pre School fosters independence and risk-taking through daily Forest School sessions in its natural garden and outdoor classroom. The preschool supports a holistic learning journey, focusing on communication and offering both child-led and adult-led activities facilitated by experienced staff and a qualified teacher. What it's like The manager and staff provide a wealth of engaging learning experiences in this happy, inspiring and well-organised pre-school. Activities are based on children's current interests and carefully planned to support each child to learn and develop well. Children benefit greatly from the focus on outdoor learning. Forest School Term-time only Qualified Teacher-led ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged on an hourly basis, with structured sessions available for mornings, afternoons, full days, and early starts. Payments are billed in advance on either a weekly or monthly basis. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - hourly rate £6.00 / hour - morning session £24.00 / session - afternoon session £18.00 / session - whole day £42.00 / day - early start £3.00 / session Good to know - • Fees are payable in advance and can be paid weekly or monthly via cash, bank transfer, or standing order. - • All sick days, absent days, and holidays taken during term time must be paid for with no exchanges allowed. - • A notice period of one week is required to make any changes to your child's attendance. - • Late collection fees apply if a child is not picked up within 10 minutes of their session ending. - • Employer childcare vouchers from salary sacrifice schemes are accepted. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Early Explorers Pre School Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10301517 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225843)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY495092) 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 ](https://www.early-explorers.co.uk) Mile Oak Community Centre, Chalky Road, Brighton, BN41 2WF ## Explore day nurseries near Brighton - [Day nurseries in Brighton](/search?q=Brighton) - [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=early-explorers-pre-school-bn41-2wf-ey495092) ## Key facts Session types morning, afternoon, full day, early start Opening hours Tuesday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Early Explorers Pre School Last inspected 6 July 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 manager and staff provide a wealth of engaging learning experiences in this happy, inspiring and well-organised pre-school. Activities are based on children's current interests and carefully planned to support each child to learn and develop well. Children benefit greatly from the focus on outdoor learning. Inspector highlights - Children benefit greatly from the focus on outdoor learning. - Staff identify very quickly those who are not reaching their expected milestones and target support extremely effectively. - The manager and staff plan activities well to develop children's learning. - Staff encourage conversation and help children develop good listening skills. - Children learn good literacy skills. Areas to develop - 1 improve the monitoring of practice to ensure staff fully understand how to develop children's learning, particularly when children are exploring their own ideas and choice of play. Inspection #10301517 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225843) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > Parents speak highly of the manager and caring staff. They say they always have time to listen and give help with learning at home or managing issues, such as children's transition to school. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff observe children carefully and plan together how to help children who struggle with social interactions. They consistently use effective support strategies, such as gentle distraction, visual prompts and sign language. The manager and staff have a strong understanding of how children learn and develop. They identify very quickly those who are not reaching their expected milestones and target support extremely effectively. Staff use advice and help from outside professionals, such as a speech therapist who visits the setting weekly. Parents and staff share information and planning, particularly for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children benefit greatly from the focus on outdoor learning. For example, they know the routine and independently put on boots and overalls before going to the on-site forest school area. Children are excited to look for bugs and butterflies in the flower meadow. Inspection history Date: January 2018 - July 2023 Good - January 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Early Explorers Pre School ### What type of nursery is Early Explorers Pre School? ### What are the fees at Early Explorers Pre School? ### How do parents describe Early Explorers Pre School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Brighton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Early Explorers Pre School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Acorn Nursery Brighton · BN41 2PY 4.2(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/acorn-nursery-bn41-2py-ey318095) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Fizzy Fish @ Peter Gladwin Brighton · BN41 2PA ](/nursery/fizzy-fish-peter-gladwin-bn41-2pa-2519954) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Bee In The Woods Kindergarten Brighton · BN41 2GW 5.0(23 Google reviews) ](/nursery/bee-in-the-woods-kindergarten-bn41-2gw-ey557571) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Baby Ducks Brighton · BN41 2LE 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/baby-ducks-bn41-2le-ey448830) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Nanny's House Brighton · BN41 2FA 4.8(8 Google reviews) ](/nursery/nanny-s-house-bn41-2fa-ey556609) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Busy Bees Playgroup Brighton · BN42 4NA ](/nursery/busy-bees-playgroup-bn42-4na-113398) [See all nurseries in Brighton →](/search?q=Brighton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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