--- title: "Explorers Nursery, Ramsgate | Ofsted: Good | Fees" description: "Explorers Nursery in Ramsgate — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, Google reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, Google reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "logo": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/__l5e/assets-v1/18ee05cb-93ee-4d8a-b535-85644088f16f/nursery-advice-social-share.png", "sameAs": [ "https://twitter.com/nurseryadvice" ], "contactPoint": { "@type": "ContactPoint", "contactType": "customer support", "email": "hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk", "areaServed": "GB", "availableLanguage": [ "English" ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#webpage", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681", "name": "Explorers Nursery, Ramsgate | Ofsted: Good | Fees", "description": "Explorers Nursery in Ramsgate — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries.", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/#website" }, "about": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#nursery" }, "breadcrumb": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#breadcrumb" }, "speakable": { "@type": "SpeakableSpecification", "cssSelector": [ "h1", "[data-speakable]" ] } }, { "@type": "ChildCare", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#nursery", "name": "Explorers Nursery", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "GB", "streetAddress": "Priory Children's Centre", "addressLocality": "Cannon Road", "postalCode": "CT11 9SQ" }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#webpage" }, "telephone": "01843 587465", "email": "admin@thanetearlyyears.org", "sameAs": [ "http://www.thanetearlyyears.org/" ], "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.335994, "longitude": 1.41435 }, "areaServed": [ { "@type": "City", "name": "Ramsgate" } ], "audience": { "@type": "PeopleAudience", "suggestedMinAge": 2, "suggestedMaxAge": 4 }, "award": "Ofsted: Good", "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": 5, "reviewCount": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "review": [ { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "HUNTS URBAN PREPSTEADERS" }, "reviewBody": "Great school great staff", "datePublished": "2019-07-24T12:39:03.687651Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South East", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20East" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Explorers Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is Explorers Nursery's Ofsted rating?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery received a 'Good' rating at its last Ofsted inspection on 16th March 2023. This means it offers a high standard of care and education for children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the fees like at Explorers Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery is committed to keeping fees as low as possible for families, as it is a not-for-profit organisation. While specific daily or weekly rates aren't listed, there is a charge of £15 for every 15 minutes a parent or carer is late for pick-up, to cover staff overtime costs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Explorers Nursery accept funded hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Explorers Nursery accepts funded hours. They welcome both the universal 15 hours for 3-4 year olds and the extended 30 hours for working parents of 3-4 year olds, helping to make childcare more accessible." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours at Explorers Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery is open from 8am to 5pm, operating during term time. This schedule provides consistent care and education for children throughout the school year." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who runs Explorers Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery is part of the Thanet Early Years Project (TEYP), which is a \"charitable organization dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable childcare and education for children under five.\" It is governed by a board of volunteer Trustees." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Explorers Nursery cater for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery caters to children from 2-4 years. However, the wider Thanet Early Years Project (TEYP) that operates Explorers Nursery, states that some of their nurseries cater to children from \"3 months to 4 years.\"" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Explorers Nursery support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Explorers Nursery has a strong focus on supporting children with SEND, noting that \"Children are making good progress, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.\" Staff build strong bonds and work closely with external agencies to ensure every child's development is supported." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact Explorers Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can get in touch with Explorers Nursery by phone at 01843 587465, or by email at admin@thanetearlyyears.org. You can also visit their website for more information." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) 1. [Home](/) 2. · 3. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 6. · 7. Explorers Nursery # Explorers Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Priory Children's Centre, Cannon Road, Ramsgate, CT11 9SQ · Kent Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thanet Early Years Project (TEYP) is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable childcare and education for children under five in areas of socio-economic deprivation within Thanet. 5 to 4 years, and now extending its care to younger age groups and offering longer operational hours. The project operates three different nurseries located within local Children's Centres in Ramsgate. Explorers Nursery, along with Hand in Hand Nursery, caters to children from 3 months to 4 years, while Growing Together Nursery accepts children from 2 to 4 years. As a not-for-profit organisation, TEYP is governed by a board of volunteer Trustees who delegate responsibilities to a Project Manager, ensuring continuous adaptation to current trends, legislation, and community needs, with a core aim of helping all children reach their full potential and improve their outcomes. TEYP also actively seeks external funding and financial support to keep fees as low as possible for families. Our ethos Thanet Early Years Project is committed to providing good quality affordable childcare to all families living in the local area. We believe in open communication with parents, carers, staff and partner agencies, and endeavour to keep fees as low as possible in line with our aim to provide services that are accessible and affordable to all families living within the local community and surrounding areas. Our aim is to provide services in areas of socio-economic deprivation, working with children and families in order to afford all children the opportunity to reach their full potential and improve outcomes. What it's like Children are happy at this welcoming nursery, showing security and confidence in self-selected activities. Toddlers imaginatively explore water and older children investigate nature in the garden. They are encouraged to be independent learners, making decisions and developing self-care skills. Charitable organisation Affordable childcare Socio-economic deprivation focus EYFS curriculum Three nursery locations ## Pricing & funding Fees are payable weekly in advance, with the first week's payment due during the settling-in period. Accounts must be kept one week in advance through regular weekly or monthly payments. A late pickup fee is charged to cover staff overtime if parents are late to collect their child. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - • Fees must be paid weekly in advance at the beginning of each week. - • First week's fees are due during the settling-in period. - • Accounts must be kept one week in advance via regular weekly or monthly payments. - • Late pickups are charged per 15 minutes or part thereof. ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 5pm, during term time Age range 3 months to 4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Explorers Nursery Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10280586 Lead inspector Kimberley Luckham Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214073)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY410681) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.thanetearlyyears.org/) Priory Children's Centre, Cannon Road, Ramsgate, CT11 9SQ Opening hours 8am to 5pm, during term time ## Explore day nurseries near Ramsgate - [Day nurseries in Ramsgate](/search?q=Ramsgate) - [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=explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Explorers Nursery Last inspected 16 March 2023 · Kimberley Luckham 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 are happy at this welcoming nursery, showing security and confidence in self-selected activities. Toddlers imaginatively explore water and older children investigate nature in the garden. They are encouraged to be independent learners, making decisions and developing self-care skills. Inspector highlights - Children are making good progress, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Communication and language development is given high priority by staff. - Children's individuality and achievements are successfully valued and celebrated. - Children have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. - The manager is enthusiastic and reflects on practice to make improvements, using additional funding effectively. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consistently develop children's listening and turn-taking skills - 2 provide parents with ideas and guidance about how they can continue to support their children's next steps and learning at home. Inspection #10280586 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214073) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children are making good progress, particularly with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff have strong bonds with children, understand their needs, and comfort them when emotional or unable to communicate. Staff work closely with external agencies to further support children's development and close gaps. Outdoor space Children have plenty of opportunities to make marks and practise their early writing skills using chalks in the garden. They have regular access to the outdoor space and use this to run, climb, kick balls and use ride-along toys, managing their coordination to create obstacle challenges. ## Google Reviews of Explorers Nursery 5.0 (1 Google review) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXMAY8bi1HOLj_WbeM4NGHv9gWzSC-fvEMXKV3wqvv6yjkYwOPA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) HUNTS URBAN PREPSTEADERS 6 years ago Great school great staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVN3RiTXR3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47deacac79343c7f:0xf92729bfac2f7c8b) Reviews from Google for Explorers Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17953364342740057227&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2010 - March 2023 Good - August 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - December 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Explorers Nursery ### What is Explorers Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees like at Explorers Nursery? ### Does Explorers Nursery accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours at Explorers Nursery? ### Who runs Explorers Nursery? ### What age range does Explorers Nursery cater for? ### How does Explorers Nursery support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ### How can I contact Explorers Nursery? ## About the setting Explorers Nursery is one of four nurseries run by the Thanet Early Years Project. It registered in 2010 and operates from the Priory Children's Centre in Ramsgate, Kent. It is open each weekday from 8am to 5pm, during term time. There are eight members of staff, six of whom have relevant early years qualifications at level 2 to 6. The nursery receives funding for free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY410681 Registered person Thanet Early Years Project Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Ramsgate Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Explorers Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Bright Start Ramsgate Ramsgate · CT11 9RT ](/nursery/bright-start-ramsgate-ct11-9rt-ey538994) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Playwise Childcare Ramsgate · CT11 7JX ](/nursery/playwise-childcare-limited-ct11-7jx-2801235) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### The Grange Montessori Kent · CT11 9LJ 4.8(19 Google reviews) ](/nursery/the-grange-montessori-ct11-9lj-ey413013) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Mother Goose Nursery Ramsgate · CT11 8LB ](/nursery/mother-goose-nursery-ct11-8lb-127392) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Fledgelings Day Nursery Ramsgate · CT11 0BS 5.0(19 Google reviews) ](/nursery/fledgelings-day-nursery-ltd-ct11-0bs-2497261) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Hand in Hand Nursery Ramsgate · CT11 7AJ ](/nursery/hand-in-hand-nursery-ct11-7aj-ey336529) [See all nurseries in Ramsgate →](/search?q=Ramsgate) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=explorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. Copy link[](https://wa.me/?text=Explorers%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on WhatsApp")[](https://www.facebook.com/dialog/send?link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681&app_id=140586622674265&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on Messenger")[](mailto:?subject=Explorers%20Nursery&body=I%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested%20in%20this%20nursery%3A%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on Email")[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on Facebook")[](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Explorers%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on X")[](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681 "Share on LinkedIn")[](https://www.reddit.com/submit?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681&title=Explorers%20Nursery "Share on Reddit")[](https://t.me/share/url?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fexplorers-nursery-ct11-9sq-ey410681&text=Explorers%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice "Share on Telegram") This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. [Learn more](/about-our-data) Report an issue [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/) The independent UK nursery directory. Built with Ofsted data, kept current weekly. For parents - [Search nurseries](/search) - [Parent Hub](/parent-hub) - [Saved nurseries](/saved) - [Compare](/compare) For nurseries - [Promote Your Nursery](/for-nurseries) - [Claim a listing](/claim) - [Nursery dashboard](/owner) - [Sign in](/auth) Browse by location - [London](/nurseries/london) - [South East](/nurseries/south-east) - [North West](/nurseries/north-west) - [West Midlands](/nurseries/west-midlands) - [Yorkshire](/nurseries/yorkshire-and-the-humber) - [See all regions →](/nurseries) About - [About us](/about-us) - [Editorial policy](/parent-hub/editorial-standards) - [Contact us](/contact) - [Blog](/blog) - Data sources: Ofsted MI, GIAS [](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590427415951)[](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nurseryadvice-co-uk)[](https://uk.pinterest.com/NurseryAdvice/) Ofsted data & reports Inspection reports, ratings and provider details displayed on this site are sourced from [Ofsted](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/) and contain public sector information published under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Nursery Advice is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ofsted or any government body. © 2026 Better Search Limited (company no. 17209315), trading as Nursery Advice. All rights reserved. Contact: [hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk](mailto:hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk). [Terms of service](/terms)[Privacy policy](/privacy)Made for parents. Inadequate