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Spire Pre-School # Spire Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · Belmont Centre, Belmont Road, UCKFIELD, TN22 1BP · East Sussex Number of places 30 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 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 Spire Pre-School, located at the Belmont Centre in Uckfield, East Sussex, was registered in 2009 and operates as a childcare setting on non-domestic premises, achieving a "Good" rating from Ofsted in its latest inspection on September 15, 2022. The pre-school fosters a nurturing environment where children aged two to three years develop self-confidence and assurance. They learn to interact positively with adults and peers, sharing and taking turns, and understanding established routines effortlessly. The staff at Spire Pre-School are attuned to children's developmental needs, providing engaging activities and continuously assessing their progress. This thoughtful approach ensures that children are happy, engaged, and making excellent strides in their learning journey. The pre-school is open Monday to Friday, from 8:15 am until 3:45 pm, during school term times, and offers funded early education for children aged two, three, and four years. With seven dedicated staff members, six of whom are qualified in early years, Spire Pre-School is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience within the local community of Uckfield, TN22 1BP, valuing parent involvement and clear communication about their children's learning and development. What it's like Children are self-confident and assured in this caring and welcoming pre-school. They interact confidently with adults and include them in their play. They know how to share and to take turns. Children have great fun and are happy in the pre-school; for instance, they laugh with pleasure as they jump and splash in the water, and they make wet footprints on the ground. They feel safe and secure, understanding how to minimise risk, such as always wearing helmets when riding the balance bicycles. Children have plenty of opportunities to enjoy books. They eagerly perform the actions to familiar stories and join in with the words they know. Self-confident children Engaging activities Supportive staff Positive relationships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8.15am until 3.45pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2009 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Spire Pre-School Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10214585 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196114)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY401755) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=spire-pre-school-tn22-1bp-ey401755) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Spire Pre-School Last inspected 15 September 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are self-confident and assured in this caring and welcoming pre-school. They interact confidently with adults and include them in their play. They know how to share and to take turns. Children have great fun and are happy in the pre-school; for instance, they laugh with pleasure as they jump and splash in the water, and they make wet footprints on the ground. They feel safe and secure, understanding how to minimise risk, such as always wearing helmets when riding the balance bicycles. Children have plenty of opportunities to enjoy books. They eagerly perform the actions to familiar stories and join in with the words they know. Inspector highlights - Children are self-confident and assured in this caring and welcoming pre-school. - Children interact confidently with adults and include them in their play. - Children have great fun and are happy in the pre-school. - Staff plan engaging activities to meet the needs of the children. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. - The manager has a vision to promote children's independence skills. - Staff provide a wide range of opportunities for children to develop their communication and language skills. - Children have wide-ranging opportunities to develop their physical and social skills. - Staff support the development of children's early writing effectively. Areas to develop - 1 Enhance further the opportunities and resources for children to practise everyday skills to support their developing independence - 2 Review arrangements to evaluate staff practice and provide targeted training opportunities to help develop individual staff practice. Inspection #10214585 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196114) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff liaise with external professionals and deliver the activities they suggest to help to support good progress. Inspection history Date: April 2010 - September 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - January 2012 Good - April 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Spire Pre-School ### What do parents say about Spire Pre-School? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Spire Pre-School accept? ### How does Spire Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Spire Pre-School? ### Is Spire Pre-School a private nursery? ### Whereabouts is Spire Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in UCKFIELD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Spire Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Children's Respite Trust Centre Uckfield · TN22 1QR ](/nursery/children-s-respite-trust-centre-tn22-1qr-2699550) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### School House Nursery Uckfield Uckfield · TN22 1HN 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/school-house-nursery-uckfield-tn22-1hn-ey552922) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Manor Twiglets Nursery Uckfield · TN22 1UB ](/nursery/manor-twiglets-nursery-tn22-1ub-ey403035) - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.3 mi ### Little Fireflies Nursery at High Hurstwood High Hurstwood · TN22 4AD ](/nursery/little-fireflies-nursery-at-high-hurstwood-tn22-4ad-2823933) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Nutley Preschool Playgroup Uckfield · TN22 3NE ](/nursery/nutley-preschool-playgroup-tn22-3ne-109472) [See all nurseries in UCKFIELD →](/search?q=UCKFIELD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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