Opening hours
Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm
Garden Cottage Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
Number of places
102 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
West Sussex
About this day nursery
Situated within the scenic Highden Farm, adjacent to Windlesham House School and nestled in the South Downs, Garden Cottage Nursery offers a captivating childcare experience for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery operates year-round or term-time, providing flexibility for families.
Children at Garden Cottage Nursery benefit from an abundance of facilities, including two forest schools, a walled garden, a greenhouse, and a working farm complete with donkeys, sheep, and chickens. This rich environment encourages exploration and the development of senses and skills.
The nursery is dedicated to fostering a supportive and stimulating atmosphere, aiming for each child to thrive and reach their full potential. The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, promoting intellectual, emotional, physical, moral, social, and cultural development through child-centred activities.
Emphasis is placed on outdoor learning, with opportunities for farm visits, forest school sessions, and cultivating vegetables. The nursery also takes advantage of resources at Windlesham House School, offering music, foreign languages, and farm walks.
The dedicated staff are committed to working closely with parents, providing continuous assessments and regular consultations to ensure a smooth transition from home to school and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Our ethos
Garden Cottage Nursery's curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, promoting intellectual, emotional, physical, moral, social, and cultural development through child-centred activities. Emphasis is placed on outdoor learning, with opportunities for farm visits, forest school sessions, and cultivating vegetables. The nursery is dedicated to fostering a supportive and stimulating atmosphere, aiming for each child to thrive and reach their full potential.
What it's like
Children are very happy and engaged, entering the nursery with excitement. They are safe, secure, and have the freedom to explore and investigate, building impressive physical skills. They also show understanding and empathy for nature, for example, by learning about the role of bees.
Forest SchoolFarm Animals On-siteOutdoor Learning FocusEYFS Curriculum
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.
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Age range
0-5 years old
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2019
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Garden Cottage Nursery
Last inspected 28 July 2022 · Gwendolyn Andrews
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 very happy and engaged, entering the nursery with excitement. They are safe, secure, and have the freedom to explore and investigate, building impressive physical skills. They also show understanding and empathy for nature, for example, by learning about the role of bees.
Inspector highlights
- Children are very happy and engaged and explore and investigate in their play.
- Children are kind and behave very well and show a growing awareness of sharing and playing with others.
- Children explore with early mathematics in their learning, counting bricks and learning about weight and measurement.
- Partnerships with parents are a particular strength, with every effort made to involve them in their child's development and progress.
- Children make good progress, with targeted support provided for those with specific educational needs and/or disabilities.
Areas to develop
- 1review mealtime routines for babies, to fully support their developing personal and social skills
- 2strengthen resources and activities provided for younger children, to further promote and encourage their own creativity and imagination.
Inspection #10208301 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents believe that children have the 'happiest start in life' from being part of the nursery.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children who have specific educational needs and/or disabilities are provided with targeted support to help them to succeed to the best of their ability. Staff work closely with other professionals to provide children with a joined-up approach towards their progress.
Outdoor space
Children have the freedom to explore and investigate in their play with many experiences and opportunities to build on their impressive physical skills. For instance, older children develop a keen sense of taking and managing risks as they balance along wooden planks outdoors. Staff use thorough risk assessments to help keep children safe when at the nursery and in the forest school areas.
Parent Reviews of Garden Cottage Nursery
5.0
(6)
Faith Carr-Richards
a year ago
I am over the moon that my little boy goes to preschool at Garden Cottage! He has bonded so well with his teachers, and made friendships I could’ve only hoped for him. Every week is a new theme with new adventures. He loves going to preschool. Thank you Tegan, Hannah and Tash and all the others for giving my son the best start to his education. It’s clear all the kids are given the best support and opportunities a mum could hope for her child.
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Lauren Sutcliff
a year ago
A truly wonderful nursery my little boy adores attending. His favourite part is visiting the animals and attending forest school.
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al Riches
5 years ago
A truly fantastic nursery who always strive to do whats best for the children. Offering great outdoor space and a friendly approach. We would highly recommend and will be enrolling our 2nd child once they arrive!
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Peter Grant
3 years ago
If your wanting your children to get the best care and start in life I highly recommend garden cottage nursery there expertise in education and care of your little ones is in safe hands here , the enrichment and relaxed atmosphere is the perfect place to to leave your children while you can go off to work with peace of mind , a great family who will look after your children like they are there own .
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Cyrus Uzum
2 years ago
I used to go to this nursery when I was young. Had some pretty good memories. Would recommend for people wanting to take their young to a nursery around here.
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Inspection history
Most recent inspection
28 July 2022
Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.
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