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One day i went and it was completely locked up and no-one had told me.\nThen after long discussions with the owner and filling out forms, they told me this would never happen again and they would always honour any hours i had booked in with them even if it was only a few. I needed to know this due to work commitments.\n1 week before my daughter was due to commence her week, i needed to change some of the hours and was at the very last minute said that it wasnt worth them opening the nursery and refunded my money. No apology and no warning.\nI would avoid this place. It seems so much more about money than it does about the children.\nI had to give it 1 star for them to let me post :(", "datePublished": "2019-01-28T17:31:10.472825124Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Life of Lyra" }, "datePublished": "2026-02-24T20:41:57.774848232Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ashley Bennett" }, "datePublished": "2018-08-14T23:03:31.976Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Henry Slocombe" }, "datePublished": "2018-07-10T08:06:20.517Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/solid-rock-pre-school-rh12-3rh-ey548075#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South East", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20East" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Solid Rock Pre-School", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/solid-rock-pre-school-rh12-3rh-ey548075" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/solid-rock-pre-school-rh12-3rh-ey548075#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents value about Solid Rock Pre-School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents value the clear communication with staff and the close involvement in children’s learning at home. 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Solid Rock Pre-School # Solid Rock Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2022) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Village Hall, Hollands Way, Horsham, RH12 3RH · West Sussex Number of places 30 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Solid Rock Pre-School, situated in Horsham, operates with a commitment to providing a nurturing and educational environment for young children. Its approach is centred on fostering holistic development, ensuring that each child can explore and grow within a supportive community. The pre-school aims to create a solid foundation for future learning, emphasising play-based activities and engaging experiences that encourage curiosity and social skills. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and stimulating, catering to the individual needs and interests of the children. Through dedicated staff and thoughtful programming, Solid Rock Pre-School strives to be a place where children feel secure, happy, and motivated to learn. Our ethos Solid Rock Pre-School is committed to fostering holistic development and a love of learning through a play-based approach. They aim to create a stimulating and inclusive environment that encourages curiosity, social skills, and a solid foundation for future education, catering to the individual needs of each child. What it's like All children benefit from a rich learning environment that is wholly focused on the individual needs of children. Children have access to high-quality learning, both indoors and outside. Staff provide a thought-provoking curriculum, which they implement extremely well. This enables children of all abilities to achieve the best possible progress. ## Pricing & funding 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.solidrockhorsham.co.uk/check-availability) ## Key facts Opening hours between 7.30 and 6pm each weekday Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Solid Rock Pre-School Last inspected 23 June 2022 · Janet Thouless Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend All children benefit from a rich learning environment that is wholly focused on the individual needs of children. Children have access to high-quality learning, both indoors and outside. Staff provide a thought-provoking curriculum, which they implement extremely well. This enables children of all abilities to achieve the best possible progress. Inspector highlights - The manager is a knowledgeable and exceptional leader with high expectations for all staff. - Staff have accurately assessed children's learning and development needs following the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to rapid progress. - Staff interact with children exceptionally well, using questioning effectively to challenge thinking and expand vocabulary. - There is exceptional support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Partnerships with parents are a key strength, with trusting and informative relationships built. Inspection #10238465 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190116) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Solid Rock Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10238465 Lead inspector Janet Thouless [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190116)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY548075) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://www.solidrockhorsham.co.uk/check-availability) Village Hall, Hollands Way, Horsham, RH12 3RH Opening hours between 7.30 and 6pm each weekday [© 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#/-0.35141/51.08988/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Horsham - [Day nurseries in Horsham](/search?q=Horsham) - [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=solid-rock-pre-school-rh12-3rh-ey548075) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They state that they feel extremely well informed and enjoy supporting their children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There is exceptional support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff quickly identify where children may need additional support and seek prompt help from other professionals. They are dedicated and work hard to implement agreed strategies and activities. Outdoor space Children have access to high-quality learning, both indoors and outside. Older children show great empathy towards each other as they take turns and share tricycles in outdoor play. ## Parent Reviews of Solid Rock Pre-School 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXRqkFB7Rpzat5vMTHIhw7LuQ01D_lYmCk84ML84Nl4Ukx5XGRy0g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Leena Daykin 7 years ago I had booked my daughter in to the roffey setting. One day i went and it was completely locked up and no-one had told me. Then after long discussions with the owner and filling out forms, they told me this would never happen again and they would always honour any hours i had booked in with them even if it was only a few. I needed to know this due to work commitments. 1 week before my daughter was due to commence her week, i needed to change some of the hours and was at the very last minute said that it wasnt worth them opening the nursery and refunded my money. No apology and no warning. I would avoid this place. It seems so much more about money than it does about the children. I had to give it 1 star for them to let me post :( [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJbjlXbGVnEAE!2m1!1s0x4875ea18d2323c87:0x2a96d80a69a74da0) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUvKN3Yq3a-rfoJnQM2E9bBb44la4MsevGYKvAvDRN_EjyI7rs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Life of Lyra 2 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25SS1prb3hjVmRUWVZGM1RGSmFXbXhRY20xdk9GRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875ea18d2323c87:0x2a96d80a69a74da0) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXsE1TlzlNGGNIlpj728Zez9f9iF2cmnu_FRFjWXNH2rzC1bQt9=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ashley Bennett 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURneXR6cm1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875ea18d2323c87:0x2a96d80a69a74da0) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLCA9lAs688-6Dy7RLQId0NwiqumgltspaW4gemH5CTJhNAOw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Henry Slocombe 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBZ1k3LVBREAE!2m1!1s0x4875ea18d2323c87:0x2a96d80a69a74da0) Reviews from Google for Solid Rock Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3068877735333416352&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022 Date: July 2018 - June 2022 Outstanding - July 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Solid Rock Pre-School ### What do parents value about Solid Rock Pre-School? ### How does Solid Rock Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What is the capacity at Solid Rock Pre-School? ## About the setting Solid Rock Pre-School registered in 2017 and operates from Warnham Village Hall, Warnham, West Sussex. The pre-school is open between 7.30 and 6pm each weekday, term time only. The provider employs 11 staff, nine of whom hold qualifications at level 2 and 3 and one holds qualified teacher status. 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