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Jigsaw YMCA # Jigsaw YMCA Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · 5.0 (7 parent reviews) · Y Sportscentre, St. Pauls Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6RS · East Sussex Number of places 50 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority East 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 Jigsaw Day Nursery, located in St. Leonards-on-Sea, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 3 months to 4 years. The Y Centre branch, established in 2000, boasts expansive play areas with views of Horntye Park cricket ground and convenient car parking. The nursery emphasises strong relationships between children and staff, fostering an atmosphere where children feel comfortable expressing themselves. They are committed to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a dedicated SENCO working closely with parents to ensure the best outcomes. Jigsaw Day Nursery provides both non-funded and funded places, including for eligible two-year-olds and all three and four-year-olds following their third birthday. The nursery focuses on holistic development, preparing children for school through engaging activities and experiences within their large outdoor garden area, which promotes active and imaginative play. Parents can explore detailed information regarding fees and funding options directly with the nursery manager. What it's like Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress with their communication and language skills. Staff use a range of ways to help children communicate, such as visual timetables and picture cards. Children enjoy many opportunities to develop their early literacy skills and develop a love of reading. Funded places available Large outdoor play area SEND support Views of cricket ground ## Pricing & funding The nursery applies a voluntary hourly charge for snacks and consumables to funded hours for children aged nine months and older. Standard session rates apply for non-funded hours, but these fees are not detailed in the provided text. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Voluntary snack and consumable charge of 45p per hour applies to funded hours for children aged 9 months plus. - Consumables charge breaks down into 10p for snacks, 22p for janitorial supplies, and 13p for other supplies. - Funded hours themselves are not charged for, only hours attended in excess of funding. ## Key facts Opening hours weekdays, from 8am to 6pm Age range 3 months - 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2001 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Jigsaw YMCA Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10376232 Lead inspector Michaela Borland Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276431)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/508971) 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.jigsawnurseries.co.uk/jigsaw-the-y-centre) Y Sportscentre, St. Pauls Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6RS [© 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#/0.56233/50.86202/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near St. Leonards-on-Sea - [Day nurseries in St. Leonards-on-Sea](/search?q=St.+Leonards-on-Sea) - [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=jigsaw-ymca-ltd-tn37-6rs-508971) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Jigsaw YMCA Last inspected 13 March 2025 · Michaela Borland 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, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress with their communication and language skills. Staff use a range of ways to help children communicate, such as visual timetables and picture cards. Children enjoy many opportunities to develop their early literacy skills and develop a love of reading. Inspector highlights - Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress with their communication and language skills. - Children enjoy many opportunities to develop their early literacy skills and develop a love of reading. - Staff have high expectations of all children and give consistent messages about children's behaviour. - Staff plan interesting activities to develop children's understanding of early mathematical concepts. - Leaders plan an ambitious and inclusive curriculum for all children. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff understanding of when to adapt routines to help children remain engaged in their play and learning. Inspection #10376232 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276431) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress with their communication and language skills. Staff use a range of ways to help children communicate, such as visual timetables and picture cards. Leaders work closely with other professionals to help children get the extra support they need to make progress with their learning and development. Outdoor space Children enhance their writing skills as they use paintbrushes and rain water to write letters on the garden fence. Staff have planned the environment so that books are available in all areas, and older children use the many cosy reading spaces to relax and read to their friends. ## Parent Reviews of Jigsaw YMCA 5.0 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIP8ddFTdxCX57msQki0rfL_OHXlXQgQq2n_tgzUm-3-Q8iqQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Rachel Harris 6 years ago Jigsaw nursery is amazing an so accommodating to each individual child's needs I would never send my children anywhere else [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMwNlBPT3VnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df1aa30558599b:0x7b1478331ee9b1e7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK1s8NppI1BGFAIBfpalvPf9vRMTXxq6QZ8RyZDfIyvI0L9Sg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Harry Gatcum a month ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25OVmJWY3lWRWRWV2s5dmRtSmpURFl5VVRkeGRuYxAB!2m1!1s0x47df1aa30558599b:0x7b1478331ee9b1e7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIyBzR2tZomq9Rw9b9OFy2qkOGhRmQw_Uie2G5TSV2k-HwPpw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Luke O’Rourke 6 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pObVl6UjRNMlpSVFZkWmIwVTRTSFJHUzNwalMzYxAB!2m1!1s0x47df1aa30558599b:0x7b1478331ee9b1e7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL6FD8YuOsrUccWpJBrFNQvscMq-4dJ89Gf-yKEaji1YmukXw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) alex lawrence 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlbnUyRTVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df1aa30558599b:0x7b1478331ee9b1e7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI4kPVUxRlV-5ao3vF_i-Z8iCn2E5dKsRAzlZtF7fuk7WDLIQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) David Mayes 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNpaUt5ejFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df1aa30558599b:0x7b1478331ee9b1e7) Reviews from Google for Jigsaw YMCA. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8868845727156646375&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2011 - March 2025 Good - May 2019 Good - April 2015 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Jigsaw YMCA ### What type of nursery is Jigsaw YMCA? ### What outdoor space does Jigsaw YMCA have? ### How are meals and snacks handled at Jigsaw YMCA? ### From what age does Jigsaw YMCA accept children? ### Which funded childcare hours does Jigsaw YMCA accept? ### How does Jigsaw YMCA support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in St. Leonards-on-Sea Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Jigsaw YMCA. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Park Road Under Fives St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6SJ ](/nursery/park-road-under-fives-tn37-6sj-109475) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Artemis St Leonards St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6HR 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/artemis-st-leonards-tn37-6hr-ey355103) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bear's House, St Leonards St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN38 0TS ](/nursery/bear-s-house-st-leonards-tn38-0ts-ey535686) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Jigsaw Day Nursery St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN38 0QL ](/nursery/jigsaw-day-nursery-tn38-0ql-508993) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### FSN St Leonards on Sea · TN37 6AS 4.6(52 reviews) ](/nursery/fellowship-of-st-nicholas-tn37-6as-511215) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Silverhill Playgroup St. Leonards-on-Sea · TN37 6QT ](/nursery/silverhill-playgroup-tn37-6qt-109504) [See all nurseries in St. Leonards-on-Sea →](/search?q=St.+Leonards-on-Sea) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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