--- title: "Peaslake Nursery, Guildford | Ofsted: Good | Fees" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/peaslake-nursery-gu5-9st-ey470264 description: "Peaslake Nursery in Guildford — 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 # Peaslake Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · Colmans Hill, Guildford, GU5 9ST · Surrey Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Surrey ## About this day nursery Peaslake Nursery, located in Guildford, GU5 9ST, is a nature-inspired setting for children aged 2 to 5 years old. Operating during term time from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm, the day nursery provides a balanced approach to learning, combining adult-led instruction with child-initiated play. This methodology supports the holistic development of children across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The environment at Peaslake Nursery is designed to be warm and inviting, fostering curiosity, a sense of community, and an appreciation for the changing seasons. The day nursery is known for its diverse range of enriching weekly sessions, including Forest School adventures in a woodland classroom, Cosmic Yoga for mindfulness and wellbeing, and Little Bears Music sessions that encourage rhythm and movement. Children also benefit from French language fun led by a native teacher and participate in "Cooking with Sian," where they learn to prepare both savory and sweet treats, often using produce from the nursery garden. OFSTED has recognised Peaslake Nursery for its curriculum, which celebrates children as unique and naturally curious individuals. Our ethos Peaslake Nursery's approach is nature-inspired and holistic, inspired by the EYFS. They balance adult-led instruction with child-initiated play to foster curiosity and community. Their curriculum celebrates children as unique and naturally curious individuals, with activities like Forest School, Cosmic Yoga, music, French, and cooking contributing to wellbeing, rhythm, movement, and practical life skills. What it's like Children are welcomed into the nursery by the friendly staff team and choose from stimulating activities. They lead their play, making choices about what they would like to do. Children benefit from a curriculum where they are recognised as unique individuals who are naturally curious and passionate about the natural world. Nature-inspired setting Play-based learning Forest School Yoga and mindfulness Music and Movement French language Cooking and food discovery ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged on an hourly basis for any hours not covered by government funding. Invoices are issued half-termly, and optional hot school dinners are available daily. Families are also invited to make a voluntary contribution each term. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Hourly rates apply to any hours not covered by funding entitlements. - Invoices are issued on a half-termly basis. - Optional hot school dinners are available daily for children who do not bring a packed lunch. ## Key facts Opening hours Term time, 8:45 am to 3:00 pm Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Peaslake Nursery Last inspected 12 May 2023 · Jade Orosz 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 - Children enjoy cookery sessions each week and take part in yoga, forest school activities, and library visits. - Children are highly independent and enjoy taking responsibility. - Children have access to a large collection of books and different literature, and staff provide opportunities for purposeful mark making. - The manager has a clear vision for the nursery and continuously develops her and her team's knowledge and skills. - Staff monitor children's progress effectively, and gaps in learning are quickly identified and supported. Areas to develop - 1 ensure staff fully understand how to implement effective strategies to help children manage their emotions and regulate their actions positively - 2 support staff to develop a secure understanding of each child's next steps and the learning intentions of planned activities to ensure children make the best possible progress. Inspection #10279834 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50220305) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents share positive comments about the setting. They praise the changes that the manager has made. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision When there are gaps in children's learning, these are quickly identified and support is put in place. Outdoor space Children enthusiastically watch a live-stream video of birds nesting in the nursery garden. Children enjoy being physically challenged. They use planks of wood, tyres and large wooden blocks to create climbing structures. Once they are happy with how the obstacles are set up, they carefully balance along the planks. Inspection history Date: May 2014 - May 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - May 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Peaslake Nursery ### What part of the country is Peaslake Nursery in? ### What do parents value about Peaslake Nursery? ### How are meals handled at Peaslake Nursery? ### How does Peaslake Nursery support children when they start? ### Which government-funded hours does Peaslake Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Guildford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Peaslake Nursery. - Awaiting first inspection 2.0 mi ### Shere Day Nursery Guildford · GU5 9HE 4.5(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shere-day-nursery-gu5-9he-2826295 - Ofsted rating unavailable 3.4 mi ### Outdoor Owls Guildford Shamley Green · GU5 0SQ 5.0(23 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/outdoor-owls-guildford-gu5-0sq-2767633 - Ofsted: Outstanding 3.8 mi ### Knowle Nursery School Cranleigh · GU6 7HB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/knowle-nursery-school-limited-gu6-7hb-ey469375 - Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Castle Nursery and Preschool Guildford · GU5 0RS 5.0(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/castle-nursery-and-preschool-gu5-0rs-ey305518 - Ofsted: Good 4.1 mi ### Christopher Robin Day Nursery Cranleigh · GU6 7AN https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/christopher-robin-day-nursery-gu6-7an-119992 - Ofsted: Outstanding 5.0 mi ### The Crescent Nursery School Guildford · GU4 7AA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-crescent-nursery-school-gu4-7aa-120263 See all nurseries in Guildford →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Guildford ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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