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Pennies Mark Cross # Pennies Mark Cross Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2023) · Brandywell, Mark Cross, Crowborough, TN6 3PJ · East Sussex Number of places 61 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 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 Pennies Day Nursery at Mark Cross provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children in Crowborough, East Sussex, near Tunbridge Wells. This well-established nursery offers comprehensive childcare services, including a preschool and a kids' club. The facility boasts a welcoming home-like atmosphere and an expansive garden designed for children to explore and engage in adventurous play. The preschool curriculum focuses on preparing children for their transition to local schools, while a dedicated bus service assists with school drop-offs and pick-ups for the kids' club. Pennies Mark Cross has received a "Good" rating from Ofsted as of August 2023 and has been acknowledged with the Day Nurseries Top 20 Award for the South-East Region, a recognition based on positive feedback from parents and carers. The nursery is committed to providing high-quality care that supports the holistic development of each child, fostering a love for learning in a safe and engaging setting. What it's like Children benefit from a challenging curriculum reflecting individual interests. Targeted language promotion helps them become confident speakers. All children, including those with SEND, enjoy spending time outside, where staff skilfully organise areas for exploration and discovery, promoting physical development across all age groups. Well-established nursery Large adventure garden School readiness focus Kids club with transportation Award-winning ## Pricing & funding Fees include all meals, nappies, formula, and wipes, and are billed monthly in advance based on a 51-week year. A discount is offered for full-time attendance and siblings. No refunds or credits are given for sickness, holidays, or bank holidays, which are still charged. Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - Fees include all meals (breakfast, lunch, tea), nappies, formula milk, and wipes. - Billed monthly in advance based on a weekly charge multiplied by 51 weeks and divided by 12. - Requires a minimum of two full calendar months' written notice to cancel a place and receive a deposit refund. - Fees are payable on bank holidays, and no refunds or credits are given for sickness or holidays. - Discounts are available for full-time attendance (averaging 15%) and for siblings. ## Key facts Opening hours every weekday from 7.30am until 6.30pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2016 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pennies Mark Cross Inspection date Aug 2023 Inspection no. 10304350 Lead inspector Liz Caluori Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227608)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY498253) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=pennies-mark-cross-tn6-3pj-ey498253) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pennies Mark Cross Last inspected 7 August 2023 · Liz Caluori 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 Children benefit from a challenging curriculum reflecting individual interests. Targeted language promotion helps them become confident speakers. All children, including those with SEND, enjoy spending time outside, where staff skilfully organise areas for exploration and discovery, promoting physical development across all age groups. Inspector highlights - The well-targeted and consistent methods used to promote language help children develop into confident speakers. - The leadership of the nursery and out-of-school provision is very effective. - Staff set precise and appropriate short-term goals for each child, and parents are included well in this process. - The needs of children with SEND are fully understood and their care and learning is coordinated well. - Partnerships with parents are strong and effective. Information sharing is good, and parents receive a lot of support to extend their children's learning at home. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to more fully consider the organisation of planned and spontaneous group activities to involve all those taking part as fully as possible - 2 enhance the opportunities for children to develop a broad knowledge and understanding of the lives and experiences of other people in their community and the wider world. Inspection #10304350 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227608) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), love to spend time outside. The needs of children with SEND are fully understood and their care and learning is coordinated well. Staff work with parents and relevant professionals to devise and implement individualised plans, aimed at helping children to reach their full potential. Outdoor space All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), love to spend time outside. Staff skilfully organise outdoor areas to encourage all children to explore and discover. The youngest children develop their strength and coordination, using the purposefully positioned furniture and wall bars to pull themselves up and learn to walk. Older children display control of their bodies as they run, climb and dig. Very young children independently fill and use watering cans to water plants and trees in the garden. Inspection history Date: May 2018 - August 2023 Good - May 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Pennies Mark Cross ### What is the age range at Pennies Mark Cross? ### What is the address of Pennies Mark Cross? ### How does Pennies Mark Cross support children with SEND? ### Open hours at Pennies Mark Cross? ## Nearby day nurseries in Crowborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pennies Mark Cross. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.8 mi ### Rotherfield Village Pre School Rotherfield · TN6 3LX ](/nursery/rotherfield-village-pre-school-tn6-3lx-ey461031) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Bunny Run Childcare Eridge Green · TN3 9JA 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/bunny-run-childcare-ltd-tn3-9ja-ey219668) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.5 mi ### Mayfield Preschool Mayfield · TN20 6PJ ](/nursery/mayfield-preschool-tn20-6pj-109464) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Busy Bees at Crowborough Crowborough Hill · TN6 2JL ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-crowborough-tn6-2jl-2812453) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Wadhurst CE Primary School Nursery Wadhurst · TN5 6SR ](/nursery/wadhurst-ce-primary-school-nursery-tn5-6sr-2763717) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Tiddlers Nursery Crowborough · TN6 2DY ](/nursery/tiddlers-nursery-tn6-2dy-ey406445) [See all nurseries in Crowborough →](/search?q=Crowborough) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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