Opening hours
8am to 6pm, every weekday
Home By The Sea Day Nursery and Preschool in Hove provides a stimulating environment focused on early childhood development within a secure setting. The day nursery is committed to supporting families with childcare costs, offering guidance on various government funding schemes, including the Tax-Free Childcare programme and extended funding options for children aged 9 months to 4 years.
They strive to make the funding application process as straightforward as possible, with nursery managers available to offer expert advice and assistance. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, stretching funded hours to provide consistent support throughout the year.
They offer a variety of session types, including morning, afternoon, and full-day care, with a strong emphasis on a rich and diverse educational experience. In addition to core childcare services, a comprehensive consumables charge covers essential items like nappies, wipes, sun cream, and all meals, snacks, and extracurricular activities, ensuring a seamless experience for children and parents alike.
What it's like
Staff are kind and gentle with children, who are eager to attend and feel safe and secure, confident that staff know them well. They encourage children to share their thoughts and ensure all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, have access to an exciting curriculum, leading to strong progress from their individual starting points.
Charges are structured as daily or half-day consumables fees. These fees cover nappies, wipes, sun cream, nappy cream, meals, snacks, extra-curricular activities, trips, and clubs.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Opening hours
8am to 6pm, every weekday
Term time / All Year
All Year
Registered with Ofsted
2000
Last inspected 25 June 2025 · Tina Lambert
What it's like to attend
Staff are kind and gentle with children, who are eager to attend and feel safe and secure, confident that staff know them well. They encourage children to share their thoughts and ensure all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, have access to an exciting curriculum, leading to strong progress from their individual starting points.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
individualised care and attention that they receive helps them to feel included in the setting and their children's educational journey.
They appreciate the help and support that the staff provide.
Inclusion & environment
Staff ensure that all children have access to an exciting curriculum, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with tailored support enabling them to make strong progress from their individual starting points.
Staff make use of the large garden to promote children's physical development and curiosity. Children grow sunflowers and strawberries, developing an interest in the natural world.
Date: October 2009
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