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Home from Home Worthing # Home from Home Worthing Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 69 Grand Avenue, WORTHING, BN11 5BB · West Sussex Number of places 116 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority West Sussex 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 Home from Home Nursery Worthing offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 8 months to 5 years. Located in a charming Victorian house with an expansive garden, the nursery provides a true "home from home" experience. The dedicated and experienced team, led by qualified teachers, ensures a high level of personal care and fosters strong relationships with families through a key person system. Children benefit from a free-flow environment across seven bright rooms, each focusing on different areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. The daily routine balances child-initiated play with adult-led learning, allowing children to explore various activities, including role-play, writing, reading, and construction. The garden, featuring a lawn, wood chip area, decking, scientific area, fruit trees, and an allotment, serves as an extension of the indoor learning space. The nursery also incorporates Forest School and Wild Beach experiences for older children, promoting outdoor exploration and learning. With a strong emphasis on community spirit and parental involvement, Home from Home Nursery Worthing strives to provide an inclusive and diverse setting that celebrates each child's individuality and prepares them for their transition to primary education. Our ethos Home from Home Nursery Worthing provides a nurturing and stimulating environment based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Their approach involves a balance of child-initiated play and adult-led learning, with a strong emphasis on outdoor exploration through garden activities, Forest School, and Wild Beach experiences. The nursery aims to foster individuality and prepare children for primary education within an inclusive, community-focused setting. What it's like Children are happy and settle well in this nursery. They feel safe and have a strong sense of belonging. Staff actively promote children's independence and curiosity through a variety of activities. Homely atmosphere Extensive garden with varied play areas Forest School and Wild Beach experiences Strong parental involvement Dedicated and experienced staff ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.worthingnurseryschool.co.uk/contact-us/) ## Key facts Food Not specified; mentions 'Food At Home from Home' but content not provided. Staff 1:2 in Toddler Unit, 1:4 and 1:6 in Pre-school Waitlist Open for Admissions for Babies & Toddlers from September 2023 Opening hours 7:30 am to 6 pm weekdays Age range 8 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Home from Home Worthing Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10281706 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214705)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY492462) 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 ](https://www.worthingnurseryschool.co.uk/pre-school-2-5-years/) 69 Grand Avenue, WORTHING, BN11 5BB [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.3942/50.8144/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near WORTHING - [Day nurseries in WORTHING](/search?q=WORTHING) - [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=home-from-home-worthing-bn11-5bb-ey492462) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Home from Home Worthing Last inspected 21 March 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 Children are happy and settle well in this nursery. They feel safe and have a strong sense of belonging. Staff actively promote children's independence and curiosity through a variety of activities. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff have developed a new approach to their curriculum. All staff have a clear understanding of the intentions for children's learning. - Leaders have a secure knowledge of assessing and supporting staff's practice to further improve their skills, through observations and training opportunities. - Children are well prepared for transitions, including to school. Staff develop children's independence and confidence. - Staff have a secure knowledge of their key children and are caring and nurturing in their approach. - Staff provide a highly inclusive environment where children have first-hand experiences of different cultures and diversity. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's interactions with the youngest children at key times of the day, to consistently engage them in purposeful learning experiences - 2 build on staff's understanding to consistently avoid interrupting children when they are engaged in activities. Inspection #10281706 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50214705) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report their children are happy. > Communication is good and they appreciate daily verbal feedback, as well as valuing real-time updates received through the online systems. > Parents report their children's communication and language development has improved greatly. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children demonstrate a positive attitude to learning, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children enjoy investigating their natural environment during forest school sessions. They respond to the rules and boundaries within the outdoor space. Children have ample opportunities to access activities that promote their physical development. ## Parent Reviews of Home from Home Worthing 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ_7srVDfJeXIcVfIyV__9QzT3RbhgUcOuMmQlo6-evP9RbeQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) John Reid 2 years ago Lovely nursery with caring staff, always getting the kids doing fun activities [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqdWQzbmJ3EAE!2m1!1s0x4875a309ffd75209:0xb0f4e96b1d99c803) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWe0XWIu3sbTnkEZHt4KRIyh7VCOWIyHSzx97OPQt5saY3f6AD5Yw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Benjamin Edwards a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYaWFTeUZREAE!2m1!1s0x4875a309ffd75209:0xb0f4e96b1d99c803) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLHfsicaNrLqTnYOyXLBOT7Qs-tv7s2s0UDcAGHhIgE5i3LVQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ruth Hardy a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURybnZYaXVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875a309ffd75209:0xb0f4e96b1d99c803) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLZtfeMusNw496HGwQgzl3BYCSaRRzmM4RK8hBm4o8zdYFgqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Z B 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM1ak12d2hRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875a309ffd75209:0xb0f4e96b1d99c803) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLo4ByvNGwm-gh2_Fd-jlCvl9J_flYP4vDLiK8q0f-TQNp2jQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lulu W 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtLVpfTkNREAE!2m1!1s0x4875a309ffd75209:0xb0f4e96b1d99c803) Reviews from Google for Home from Home Worthing. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12751073091260106755&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2018 - March 2023 Good - February 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Home from Home Worthing ### Is Home from Home Worthing suitable for under-twos? ### What stands out in the latest inspection at Home from Home Worthing? ### How can Home from Home Worthing be contacted? ### What is the capacity at Home from Home Worthing? ### Which curriculum approach is used at Home from Home Worthing? ### When is Home from Home Worthing open? ## Nearby day nurseries in WORTHING Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Home from Home Worthing. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Elm Grove Childcare Club Worthing · BN11 5LQ ](/nursery/elm-grove-childcare-club-bn11-5lq-155347) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.4 mi ### Pumpkin Patch Nursery St Botolphs Worthing Worthing · BN11 4JS 4.4(14 reviews) ](/nursery/pumpkin-patch-nursery-st-botolphs-worthing-bn11-4js-2844279) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Puddleducks Nursery Worthing · BN11 4PB 4.2(16 reviews) ](/nursery/puddleducks-nursery-bn11-4pb-2727668) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Nursery School Company Worthing Worthing · BN11 3RT 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-nursery-school-company-worthing-bn11-3rt-2638357) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Abracadabra Day Nursery Worthing · BN11 4BY ](/nursery/abracadabra-day-nursery-bn11-4by) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.8 mi ### Pumpkin Patch Nursery Crescent Road Worthing Worthing · BN11 1RQ ](/nursery/pumpkin-patch-nursery-crescent-road-worthing-bn11-1rq-2844277) [See all nurseries in WORTHING →](/search?q=WORTHING) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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