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Sheepsetting Pre-School # Sheepsetting Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · Cross in Hand C of E Primary School, Sheepsetting Lane, Heathfield, TN21 0XG · East Sussex Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 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 Sheepsetting Pre-School, located in Heathfield, East Sussex, is dedicated to offering children a high-quality early childhood journey within a secure and nurturing environment. The curriculum is designed to stimulate, challenge, and support children across all developmental areas, including social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. The pre-school prioritises active collaboration with parents and the local school to foster a lifelong love for learning and cultivate a positive outlook toward future development in each child. Operating during term times, the pre-school opens Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm, and on Fridays from 9 am to 12 pm. They welcome children who are eligible for Early Years Education Entitlement from the funding period following their third birthday. The pre-school keeps families informed about daily activities through their Facebook page, encouraging engagement and open communication. What it's like Children are confident and self-assured, exploring their play environment with enthusiasm, both indoors and outdoors. Their self-esteem grows through positive interaction with staff and they develop positive relationships with friends, happily inviting others into their play. They show a great eagerness to learn and discover more. Charity-run ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.sheepsettingpreschool.org/funding/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Thursday: 9am - 3pm; Friday: 9am - 12pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2005 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Sheepsetting Pre-School Last inspected 21 February 2023 · Claire Parnell 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 are confident and self-assured, exploring their play environment with enthusiasm, both indoors and outdoors. Their self-esteem grows through positive interaction with staff and they develop positive relationships with friends, happily inviting others into their play. They show a great eagerness to learn and discover more. Inspector highlights - Children are confident and self-assured and explore their play environment with enthusiasm, both indoors and outdoors. - Staff act as positive role models in their language, using open-ended questions and statements to help children to think and respond verbally with gestures and expressions. - Staff regularly introduce new complex vocabulary to support children's speech and language. - Children have confident skills to meet their own needs, such as using the bathroom independently and making healthy choices at snack time. - Staff use positive skills to engage children in challenging, stimulating experiences, especially in the garden, which helps children to think critically and solve problems themselves. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's confidence to encourage further mathematical concepts in all areas of play for all children - 2 enhance the communication with other settings children attend to fully support their continuous learning and development. Inspection #10263253 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212144) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Sheepsetting Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10263253 Lead inspector Claire Parnell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212144)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY309278) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=sheepsetting-pre-school-tn21-0xg-ey309278) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > All parents spoken to make very positive comments about the reassuring support from all staff. > They feel their children are making very good levels of development and are ready for school when they leave the setting. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff develop close liaisons with other professionals to provide a consistent approach to children's learning. They share information with health visitors and speech and language specialists to enhance these areas of learning. Outdoor space Children explore their play environment with enthusiasm, both indoors and outdoors, experimenting with a wealth of resources. Staff use positive skills to engage children in challenging, stimulating experiences, especially in the garden, which helps children to think critically and solve problems themselves. Inspection history Date: February 2012 - February 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - March 2015 Good - February 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Sheepsetting Pre-School ### Which funding entitlements does Sheepsetting Pre-School accept? ### How is the outdoor play area used at Sheepsetting Pre-School? ### What strengths stand out at Sheepsetting Pre-School? ### How is Sheepsetting Pre-School classified by Ofsted? ### What part of the country is Sheepsetting Pre-School in? ## Nearby day nurseries in Heathfield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Sheepsetting Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.8 mi ### Broad Oak Pre-school Broad Oak · TN21 8SS 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/broad-oak-pre-school-tn21-8ss-109390) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Little Tinkers Mayfield · TN20 6JJ 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-tinkers-tn20-6jj-ey375779) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Bluebell Wood Children's Nursery Heathfield · TN21 9BU 4.8(16 reviews) ](/nursery/bluebell-wood-children-s-nursery-tn21-9bu-ey434889) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.8 mi ### Young Haymakers Nursery & Montessori School Heathfield · TN21 0RU ](/nursery/young-haymakers-nursery-montessori-school-tn21-0ru-ey455605) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 2.9 mi ### Oz Tots Five Ashes · TN20 6HL ](/nursery/oz-tots-tn20-6hl-2815869) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.9 mi ### Mayfield Preschool Mayfield · TN20 6PJ ](/nursery/mayfield-preschool-tn20-6pj-109464) [See all nurseries in Heathfield →](/search?q=Heathfield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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