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Little Gemz # Little Gemz Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2023) · East Grinstead Children & Family Centre, Blackwell Farm Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3JL · West Sussex Number of places 51 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Gemz Ltd, formerly Absolute Angels Pre-school in East Grinstead, has relocated to an expanded facility and now offers childcare throughout the day and year. Catering to children aged 6 months to 5 years, the nursery operates 50 weeks annually with flexible hours. The establishment prides itself on a team of highly qualified and caring staff dedicated to understanding and supporting each family to meet individual children's needs. 5 years, and an upper pre-school for 3 to 5 years, fostering independence and social skills. They also run an Under 5s holiday club, open to all children. The nursery emphasises active engagement and hands-on learning within spacious indoor and outdoor environments, aiming to help children develop a strong understanding of the world around them and prepare for primary school. They accommodate various funding options and offer flexible sessions. Our ethos We believe children learn best when they are actively engaged. Through hands on activities, children are given opportunities to make sense of and develop an understanding of the growing world around them. Our spacious indoor and outdoor environments allow us flexibility to provide a vast range of experiences to suit every child's interests and needs. What it's like Babies develop a keen interest in books and enjoy having stories read to them, showing strong bonds with staff. Children play well together and make decisions about where to play, including outdoors where they develop physical skills. The manager is an effective role model, continually improving staff knowledge and outcomes for children. Flexible childcare All year round care Holiday club Experienced staff Spacious indoor and outdoor areas ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age bands for children from six months to five years, offering hourly rates alongside discounted school day sessions. All-day bookings qualify for a percentage discount. Additional charges apply for daily meals, and funded sessions are subject to a voluntary consumable charge. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - A registration fee and refundable deposit are required, varying by funding status. - Deposits are refunded after final invoice clearance and are waived for fully funded children. - All-day sessions receive a 15% discount and include breakfast, two snacks, and lunch. - School day sessions run 8.30am-3.00pm or 9.00am-3.30pm and include lunch and a snack. - Funding of 15 and 30 hours is accepted for eligible age groups, including working family funding from 9 months. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Gemz Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10312514 Lead inspector Helen Penticost Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233694)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2731742) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-gemz-ltd-rh19-3jl-2731742) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday and Thursday: 8am - 4.30pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 8am - 4pm. Open 50 weeks per year, term time or all year round. Session types School day, All day, Hourly, Holiday club Age range 6 months - 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Gemz Last inspected 18 October 2023 · Helen Penticost 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 Babies develop a keen interest in books and enjoy having stories read to them, showing strong bonds with staff. Children play well together and make decisions about where to play, including outdoors where they develop physical skills. The manager is an effective role model, continually improving staff knowledge and outcomes for children. Inspector highlights - The provider has a thorough understanding of her roles and responsibilities and works closely with her manager to lead the setting. - The provider is constantly reviewing and evaluating the nursery to make targeted improvements to meet children's current developmental and learning needs. - Children who need extra help to settle or manage their feelings and behaviours receive the care and support they need from staff. - Babies initiate a game of peekaboo, hiding their faces with a piece of fabric and giggling with delight as they show their faces to the member of staff. - Children learn about the world in which they live and celebrate the backgrounds of their families and others. Areas to develop - 1 build on staff's ability to be able to spend equal time with all children to enhance their interactions and support learning further - 2 strengthen the planning of experiences for children to make sure they are effective in supporting children's individual and learning needs. Inspection #10312514 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233694) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak positively about the nursery and of the daily feedback they receive about their child's day. > They state that they also receive information via the nursery's online system. > Here, they view photographs and observations of their children's learning. > One parent commented on the clear progress their child has made in his social and speaking skills since attending. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who need extra help to settle or manage their feelings and behaviours receive the care and support they need from staff. Outdoor space Children make the decision about where they would like to play. They access a range of experiences in the outdoor area, where they can build on their physical development. For example, they balance on the pods across the obstacle course. Inspection history Most recent inspection 18 October 2023 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233694) ## Frequently asked about Little Gemz ### What do parents value about Little Gemz ltd? ### How did Little Gemz ltd do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What is the staff team like at Little Gemz ltd? ### Does Little Gemz ltd run a holiday club? ### Does Little Gemz ltd take babies? ### Is Little Gemz ltd a private nursery? ### How are meals handled at Little Gemz ltd? ## Nearby day nurseries in East Grinstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Gemz. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Busy Bees At East Grinstead East Grinstead · RH19 3LH 5.0(17 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-east-grinstead-rh19-3lh-2570347) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Paddington Preschool Stage Two East Grinstead · RH19 3LS ](/nursery/paddington-preschool-stage-two-rh19-3ls-113627) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### All Kids East Grinstead · RH19 3LS ](/nursery/all-kids-ltd-rh19-3ls-ey224991) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.5 mi ### Windmill Day Nursery East Grinstead · RH19 2DX ](/nursery/windmill-day-nursery-rh19-2dx-2856852) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Tiny Tigers Day Nursery East Grinstead · RH19 1QF ](/nursery/tiny-tigers-day-nursery-ltd-rh19-1qf-ey366771) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.1 mi ### Bluebell Barn Nursery East Grinstead · RH19 1QQ ](/nursery/bluebell-barn-nursery-rh19-1qq-2777981) [See all nurseries in East Grinstead →](/search?q=East+Grinstead) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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