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Shirley Street Day Nursery # Shirley Street Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 4.4 (8 Google reviews) · 43 Shirley Street, Hove, BN3 3WJ · Brighton and Hove Number of places 34 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Brighton and Hove About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Shirley Street Day Nursery in Hove offers a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years, focusing on providing an excellent foundation for their early lives. The day nursery prides itself on its small, family-like atmosphere, ensuring each child feels special and included. They offer flexible childcare, including both all-year-round and term-time placements, as well as funded-only spaces. The nursery is conveniently located near Hove Station and boasts an excellent outdoor area with top-tier facilities for exploration and discovery. Under new management since September 2019, the nursery has undergone renovations and continuously seeks improved methods to engage children. The Shirley Street team is dedicated to supporting families, offering guidance and a secure environment where children are encouraged to develop creativity, individuality, and self-confidence. They strive to work collaboratively with parents to maintain high standards of care, aiming to inspire a journey filled with learning, investigation, and enjoyment. What it's like Children are happy and settle well as they are warmly greeted by staff. They benefit from well-established routines, which supports their learning and curiosity to explore the environment. Children are confident to choose from a variety of activities on offer. Small, family-feel nursery Flexible childcare options Excellent outdoor area Experienced and supportive staff ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged hourly for any hours taken over funded sessions, with additional charges for optional cooked meals. A registration fee is required to secure a space for paying hours, which is waived for funded-only children. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - • A £100 registration fee applies to children taking paying hours. - • Registration fee is not required for funded-only children. - • Cooked meals (lunch, pudding, and tea) are charged extra. ## Key facts Food All nappies, wipes, suncream, breakfast and snacks are provided in funded and charged sessions. Parents can bring a packed lunch/tea or purchase a cooked meal. Opening hours 7:30 - 18:00 (some pages state 19:00, primary page states 18:00) Session types all year round, term-time, flexible childcare, funded only spaces Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2020 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Shirley Street Day Nursery Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10251214 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199368)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590365) 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 ](https://shirleystreetdaynursery.co.uk/) 43 Shirley Street, Hove, BN3 3WJ ## Explore day nurseries near Hove - [Day nurseries in Hove](/search?q=Hove) - [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=shirley-street-day-nursery-bn3-3wj-2590365) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Shirley Street Day Nursery Last inspected 14 October 2022 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 happy and settle well as they are warmly greeted by staff. They benefit from well-established routines, which supports their learning and curiosity to explore the environment. Children are confident to choose from a variety of activities on offer. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff work together well, and leaders plan a clear and stimulating curriculum. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively at this inclusive nursery. - A well-established key-person system helps children form secure attachments. - Relationships with parents are very good; staff share information with parents about their child's progress and care needs. - Children benefit from the emphasis staff put in place to support their communication and language skills. Areas to develop - 1 provide more support for some staff working with younger children, to improve the implementation of activities and improve modelling of behavioural expectations. Inspection #10251214 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199368) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively at this inclusive nursery. Staff quickly identify children who need extra support. They work productively in partnership with parents and external agencies to ensure children receive targeted support. Outdoor space Children enjoy active play in the garden and planned outings. Inspection history Date: October 2022 - November 2022 Good - October 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Shirley Street Day Nursery ### What outdoor space does Shirley Street Day Nursery have? ### What is Shirley Street Day Nursery working on improving? ### Does Shirley Street Day Nursery take babies? ### How does Shirley Street Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hove Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shirley Street Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Hopscotch Hove Station Hove · BN3 3RT 5.0(33 Google reviews) ](/nursery/hopscotch-hove-station-bn3-3rt-ey538794) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Hillbury House Nursery Hove · BN3 3TH 5.0(9 Google reviews) ](/nursery/hillbury-house-nursery-bn3-3th-130690) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Honeycroft Hove · BN3 3WF 5.0(13 Google reviews) ](/nursery/honeycroft-bn3-3wf-130746) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Apple Tree Montessori Nursery School Brighton · BN3 3WB 4.9(36 Google reviews) ](/nursery/apple-tree-montessori-nursery-school-bn3-3wb-2635566) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Hove Village Pre-School Nursery At Hove Library Hove · BN3 2EG ](/nursery/hove-village-pre-school-nursery-at-hove-library-bn3-2eg-2524856) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Each Peach Childcare Hove · BN3 6GD 4.8(23 Google reviews) ](/nursery/each-peach-childcare-bn3-6gd-ey457214) [See all nurseries in Hove →](/search?q=Hove) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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