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Kiddie Capers, Cuckfield

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2024)
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5.0(15 parent reviews)
·MSDC Sports Pavilion, Whitemans Green, Cuckfield, RH17 5HX · West Sussex
Number of places
25 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2024
Local authority
West Sussex

About this day nursery

Kiddie Capers in Cuckfield, established in 2020, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, this setting focuses on creating a welcoming and engaging environment where children can thrive.

The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 11th June 2024. Leaders have designed a rich curriculum to support children's ongoing development, with staff taking the time to get to know each child to plan effectively for their learning.

Children benefit from a variety of learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors, designed to stimulate their engagement and meet their individual needs. Kiddie Capers has a strong focus on supporting all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Staff work in partnership with parents to ensure timely referrals and appropriate support for children experiencing developmental delays. The environment encourages children to develop their physical skills, with staff adapting support based on individual abilities.

Parents appreciate the care and support provided by the kind and attentive staff, who help children to develop secure bonds and feel comfortable in the nursery.

What it's like

Staff warmly welcome children. Children show high levels of engagement as they access various learning opportunities. Children generally behave well and are friendly towards staff and their peers.

Warm WelcomeEngaging ActivitiesSupportive StaffStrong CurriculumPhysical DevelopmentSEND Support

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kiddie Capers, Cuckfield

Last inspected 11 June 2024

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

Staff warmly welcome children. Children show high levels of engagement as they access various learning opportunities. Children generally behave well and are friendly towards staff and their peers.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have designed a curriculum that aims to provide children with a rich set of experiences to support their ongoing development.
  • Staff regularly track children's progress to assess their development and share information with parents.
  • Children benefit from opportunities to develop their physical skills, with staff adapting support based on individual abilities.
  • Staff are kind and attentive, supporting children to develop secure bonds and feel comfortable.
  • Experienced staff effectively support children to develop their language skills by introducing descriptive words during activities.

Areas to develop

  • 1To further improve the quality of the early years provision, the provider should develop further coaching, mentoring and support for new staff to help them to strengthen the quality of their interactions with children during child-led activities.
Inspection #10349888 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents appreciate the care and support that staff provide for their children.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff share relevant information with parents, particularly when they have identified delays in children's learning. This enables them to work in partnership to ensure that referrals are made in a timely manner, ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive the support they need.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this had on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Kiddie Capers, Cuckfield

5.0
(15)
Naomi H
7 months ago

Being first time parents we looked at several different nurseries for our daughter. Kiddie Capers, Cuckfield had a different atmosphere and just felt right for us. The staff are so friendly, supportive and helpful. Our daughter absolutely loves going to nursery, always smiling when she sees the workers in the morning and happy to go in. The staff have supported us through our weaning process and encouraged our daughter to try new foods. The feedback each day is lovely. We love seeing photos of her day and the personal feedback at pick up means we always know what the day has been like both in terms of activities, as well as sleep and food. The opportunity to have term time only nursery was asli a draw for us and the flexibility and ease of using the app for requesting days off is great. We couldn't ask for a more friendly and supportive setting for our daughter to go to and we are so glad we chose Kiddie Capers.

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Emma Scott
7 months ago

As first-time parents, choosing childcare was one of the hardest and most emotional decisions we’ve ever had to make. I felt anxious about how our baby would cope being away from us. But from the very first visit to Kiddie Capers in Cuckfield, we knew we’d found somewhere truly special. The team are absolutely wonderful; so kind, patient, and genuinely caring. They took the time to get to know us as a family, making the settling-in process calm, reassuring, and completely centred around our little one’s needs. Their warmth and understanding have meant more than we can ever express. Now, our baby lights up when we arrive. He’s so happy and content there, and it’s amazing to see how much he’s growing in confidence and curiosity each week. The activities, the care, and the love they show every single day are just incredible. Kiddie Capers has given us peace of mind we never thought we’d have; knowing our baby is happy, safe, and so well cared for. We’ll always be grateful to the whole team for making this experience so positive for all three of us. 💛

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Laura Gainsford
7 months ago

Both my children have been going to Kiddie Caper’s Cuckfield since they were 9 & 6 months, and we absolutely love it! The setting itself is in a great location, it’s not over crowded or overwhelming. The children have access to fields, woods & the outdoors all the time, which they adore!!! The team are outstanding and have always gone over & above our boys needs, and ours as parents. The Manager Toni is personable, innovative, supportive, engaging and our boys adore her (& us too). I couldn’t recommend KCC Cuckfield enough 🌟

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Lorna Goodwin
6 months ago

We were recommended to Kiddie Capers in Cuckfield and we are so happy with the care our little girl receives. She seems to of bonded so well with the carers and reaches out to them when going in to nursery which really helps with the mum guilt! We would recommend this nursery to anyone❤️

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Christopher Lees
6 months ago

Cuckfield nursery is an amazing place for our son! All that work there are brilliant and our son is very happy at this nursery! Thank you everyone for all your hard work..

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Inspection history

Date: October 2022

  • July 2024Good
  • June 2024Good
  • November 2022Good
  • October 2022Good

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