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Mayfield Preschool # Mayfield Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2023) · Court Meadow, Tunbridge Wells Road, MAYFIELD, TN20 6PJ · East Sussex Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority East Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mayfield Preschool, serving its community since 1985, offers a nurturing environment for children aged two and older. Located in a countryside setting, the preschool prioritises a fun and stimulating start to early years education, aiming to foster positive attitudes for lifelong learning. The dedicated team focuses on individualised experiences for each child, ensuring their well-being is paramount while adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework. The facilities boast beautiful surroundings, including a large garden, soft surface play areas, a sensory garden, and a mud kitchen, all complemented by an extension added in 2016 to enhance both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities. The preschool operates during term time, Monday to Friday, from 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM, and accommodates funded children for up to 15 hours or more per week. They encourage prospective families to visit their setting to experience their unique approach firsthand. Our ethos Mayfield Preschool is committed to fostering positive attitudes for lifelong learning by providing fun, stimulating, and individualised early years education experiences. They centre their learning approach on the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework, aiming to ensure each child's well-being is paramount. What it's like Children are extremely confident in their surroundings. Staff are highly sensitive to children's unique needs and give them the time they need to settle into the pre-school. This has a significant impact on children's sense of belonging and the bonds they make with their key-person. Charity-led Countryside setting Outdoor learning focus ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around restricted funded sessions with additional charges for late collections. A voluntary sessional welfare charge is requested to cover mid-session snacks and non-EYFS activities, though parents can opt out by providing their own snack. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - Hourly rate for non-funded hours £9.40 / hour - Registration deposit £70 / session - Voluntary fee for two settling in sessions and puddlesuit £30 / session - Late collection charge (10 minutes or more) £20 / session - Voluntary sessional welfare charge (per session) £2 / session See 9 more Good to know - Late collection of 10 minutes or more incurs an additional charge. - A voluntary sessional welfare charge covers snacks and activities. - Parents opting out of the welfare charge must provide a labelled, nut-free snack. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mayfield Preschool Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264762 Lead inspector Claire Parnell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208252)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/109464) 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 [ Visit website ](http://www.mayfieldpreschool.co.uk) Court Meadow, Tunbridge Wells Road, MAYFIELD, TN20 6PJ [© 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#/0.26337/51.02287/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near MAYFIELD - [Day nurseries in MAYFIELD](/search?q=MAYFIELD) - [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=mayfield-preschool-tn20-6pj-109464) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, term time only, from 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM. Age range 2 years upwards Term time / All Year Term Time Session types short days, long days Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mayfield Preschool Last inspected 17 January 2023 · Claire Parnell Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are extremely confident in their surroundings. Staff are highly sensitive to children's unique needs and give them the time they need to settle into the pre-school. This has a significant impact on children's sense of belonging and the bonds they make with their key-person. Inspector highlights - Children develop excellent independence skills, making choices about where to play inside or outside and transporting equipment to enhance their learning. - Staff possess exceptional knowledge of how children learn, identifying individual interests and channeling them into a rich and stimulating play environment. - Children gain an immense sense of belonging to the local community, developing relationships with elderly visitors and working on community projects like developing an orchard. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive exceptional support through a personalised programme and staff's continuous development of knowledge and skills. - Children have an extraordinary attitude towards learning, demonstrating dynamic learning strategies and eagerly exploring and experimenting in their play. Inspection #10264762 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208252) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive exceptional support from staff. Staff work sensitively with parents, who highly appreciate the time, effort and support they give. Staff provide a very personalised programme and they understand how to plan small steps to help children develop at their own rate. Staff continue to develop their knowledge and skills to help meet the particular needs of these children. Outdoor space Children eagerly choose where to play, inside or outside, choosing from a vast range of experiences. For example, boys use chalks experimentally, rolling them down the hill looking at the marks they are making on the path. Inspection history Date: December 2004 - February 2023 Outstanding - January 2023 Outstanding - July 2017 Outstanding - June 2017 Outstanding - July 2015 Good - June 2015 Good - March 2011 Good - March 2011 Good - October 2007 Requires improvement - December 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Mayfield Preschool ### What are the opening hours at Mayfield Preschool? ### What does Mayfield Preschool do especially well? ### Is Mayfield Preschool Ofsted registered? ### Is Mayfield Preschool suitable for under-twos? ### How does Mayfield Preschool support children with SEND? ### How big is Mayfield Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in MAYFIELD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mayfield Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 1.7 mi ### Oz Tots Five Ashes · TN20 6HL ](/nursery/oz-tots-tn20-6hl-2815869) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Pennies Mark Cross Crowborough · TN6 3PJ ](/nursery/pennies-mark-cross-tn6-3pj-ey498253) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.5 mi ### Rotherfield Village Pre School Rotherfield · TN6 3LX ](/nursery/rotherfield-village-pre-school-tn6-3lx-ey461031) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Little Tinkers Mayfield · TN20 6JJ 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-tinkers-tn20-6jj-ey375779) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.3 mi ### Broad Oak Pre-school Broad Oak · TN21 8SS 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/broad-oak-pre-school-tn21-8ss-109390) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Busy Bees at Crowborough Crowborough Hill · TN6 2JL ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-crowborough-tn6-2jl-2812453) [See all nurseries in MAYFIELD →](/search?q=MAYFIELD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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