--- title: "Lets Explore Day Nursery, Horley | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/lets-explore-day-nursery-rh6-7hj-2547849 description: "Lets Explore Day Nursery in Horley — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Lets Explore Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Lets Explore, 59-61 Brighton Road, Horley, RH6 7HJ · Surrey Number of places 110 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Surrey ## About this day nursery Lets Explore Day Nursery in Horley offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children from 4 months old can thrive. The day nursery is designed with engaging themed classrooms for different age groups: Sea Explorers, Jungle Adventurers, and Space Cadets, featuring high-quality toys, equipment, and vibrant décor to promote development. The dedicated team of qualified and experienced practitioners, led by individuals with over 15 years of experience in "outstanding" Ofsted nurseries, prioritises building strong relationships with each child and their family, ensuring a smooth transition into nursery life. Following the Early Years Foundation Stage and Ofsted guidelines, staff create fun and engaging activities that foster language, physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills. Children benefit from outdoor play equipment, access to the Lets Explore soft play area, and healthy, nutritious meals prepared by Zebedees, catering to all dietary needs. The nursery also maintains excellent communication with parents through regular updates and progress reports via the Famly app. Lets Explore is committed to inclusivity, working with outside agencies and SEN charities to support children with learning difficulties and disabilities. Our ethos At Lets Explore, our qualified and experienced practitioners provide a warm and homely environment for your child. We ensure each child feels valued, safe, happy and healthy, allowing them to relax and thrive in our secure and inclusive nursery setting. We believe that children learn and grow best when they feel comfortable and confident in their environment. Therefore, we recognise the importance of building a strong relationship with your child, recording and communicating their progress whilst supporting their individual needs, to help them settle into nursery life. Our creative and highly skilled practitioners devise fun and engaging activities to nurture your child's growth, including their language and physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage and Ofsted guidelines. By stimulating their imagination and encouraging their initiative, your child can freely explore and realise their full potential in our supportive setting. What it's like Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this nursery and separate easily from their parents upon arrival. They have warm and trusting relationships with staff, who are attentive, supportive, and caring, helping children feel safe and secure. Children are highly engaged in activities based on their interests and developmental stages, making good progress. Ofsted registered Themed classrooms Outdoor play Access to soft play Nutritious meals provided ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged for full-time, part-time, or shorter school-day sessions over 51 weeks a year. Funded places are subject to a daily supplement fee to cover meals, snacks, and extracurricular activities. Annual fee reviews are calculated in December and implemented in February with one month's notice. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Open 51 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays. - Annual fee increases are implemented in February with one month's notice. - Daily supplement fees cover meals, snacks, and extracurricular activities for funded hours. - The daily supplement fee is non-obligatory; discuss with the manager if you have concerns. - Strict 'no food over the threshold' policy due to allergies; parents cannot bring outside food. ## Key facts Food Healthy and nutritious meals, snacks, and extracurricular activities are provided as part of a daily supplement charge. 'No food over the threshold' policy due to allergies. Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7am - 7pm (open 51 weeks a year, excluding bank holidays). Waitlist Waiting list available; early application recommended. Age range 4 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lets Explore Day Nursery Last inspected 23 November 2022 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 Inspector highlights - Managers and staff are committed to the care and education of all children, with a strong team ethos and shared vision for continual improvement. - Staff support children to develop a love of books and reading. - Children's mathematical development is supported well, with staff tailoring teaching to challenge them. - The manager and her team provide strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Independence is supported well by staff, with children confidently navigating learning environments and managing self-care. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the use of supervision, support and focused training for all staff, to help raise the quality of teaching to a consistently higher level - 2 increase the opportunities that babies have indoors to move in different ways, to support their gross motor development even more consistently. Inspection #10221343 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50203481) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and her team provide strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff identify effectively any children who will benefit from additional support and provide targeted interventions to help close any gaps in their learning. They work closely with parents and other professionals to adapt their approach, ensuring they understand each child's unique needs. Outdoor space Children benefit from fresh air and exercise. They have access to a large outdoor space, where they have opportunities to explore and develop their physical skills. However, staff do not consistently plan activities for babies to be physically active indoors. ## Google Reviews of Lets Explore Day Nursery 5.0 (1 Google review) jithu Kurian George 3 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aNVYyRmtObWhRZEY4eU4yNDJSamhyVkRCRlgwRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875f14a9c22e337:0xe5ccd0bd17141916) Reviews from Google for Lets Explore Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=16558839440489060630&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2022 Date: January 2022 - November 2022 Good - January 2022 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Lets Explore Day Nursery ### How are meals handled at Lets Explore Day Nursery? ### What discounts or fees apply for families at Lets Explore Day Nursery? ### What size of nursery is Lets Explore Day Nursery? ### Which funded childcare hours does Lets Explore Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Horley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Lets Explore Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Fennies Horley Horley · RH6 7HS 3.6(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-horley-rh6-7hs-ey481421 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Bobtails Preschool Horley · RH6 7JF https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bobtails-preschool-rh6-7jf-ey491625 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Toad Hall Nursery Horley Horley · RH6 7DQ 4.3(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/toad-hall-nursery-horley-rh6-7dq-ey273595 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Bobtails Preschool Horley · RH6 9AY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bobtails-preschool-rh6-9ay-ey491638 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### East Horley Playgroup Horley · RH6 9GA 5.0(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/east-horley-playgroup-ltd-rh6-9ga-ey478061 - Ofsted: Outstanding 2.1 mi ### Kid Co Horley · RH6 9SW 4.3(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kid-co-ltd-rh6-9sw-113559 See all nurseries in Horley →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Horley ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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