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St George's Nursery, Pre-school & Out of school club

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
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4.8(47 parent reviews) ·7 Chilston Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9LP · Kent
Number of places
118 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

St George's Nursery, Pre-school & Out of School Club in Tunbridge Wells offers comprehensive childcare solutions for children from 3 months to 5 years old, operating 51 weeks a year. The nursery is committed to providing affordable childcare to the local community, offering subsidised places to families experiencing financial difficulties, supported by their ongoing charity fundraising efforts.

They prioritise continuous development, annually reviewing fees and ensuring eligibility for subsidised places is regularly verified. The nursery fosters a warm, nurturing environment, with testimonials highlighting its positive impact on children's development while also accommodating parents' schedules, enabling them to pursue their own ventures with peace of mind.

Flexible payment options include debit/credit cards, cheques, standing orders, and salary sacrifice schemes, with a focus on seamless accessibility for families.

What it's like

Children of all ages are happy and confident and enjoy their time in this extremely welcoming nursery. Children's emotional well-being is a high priority. Staff know children and their families well, and they use this knowledge to ensure children feel safe and secure.

Forest School sessionsCharity-runSubsidised places available

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges a flat rate for all age groups from three months to five years, offering both sessional and full day bookings. There is no registration fee, but a deposit is required to secure a place. Funded sessions carry an additional charge for the extra time exceeding the standard funded hours.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • No registration fee is charged.
  • A deposit is required to hold a child's place before their starting day.
  • Late collection charges apply to parents who are late collecting their child.
  • A session fee charge applies for the extra half-hour of funded sessions exceeding the five-hour limit.

Key facts

Food

Morning sessions include breakfast, morning snack and 2-course lunch. Afternoon sessions include afternoon snack and 2-course tea.

Opening hours

7.30am-6.30pm, 51 weeks per year (no charges for Bank Holidays)

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Morning, Afternoon, Full Day

Established

1991

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St George's Nursery, Pre-school & Out of school club

Last inspected 20 November 2024

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 of all ages are happy and confident and enjoy their time in this extremely welcoming nursery. Children's emotional well-being is a high priority. Staff know children and their families well, and they use this knowledge to ensure children feel safe and secure.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders are dedicated and passionate about providing high-quality childcare.
  • Staff support children's communication and language skills well, including those who speak English as an additional language.
  • Children have many opportunities to build on their mathematical knowledge.
  • Children learn about good hygiene routines and healthy food choices.
  • Leaders effectively monitor staff practice.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of routines for the youngest children to help them fully engage in their learning
  • 2support staff to consistently help children to understand the expectations for their behaviour and the impact of their behaviour on others.
Inspection #10372782 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents confirm their children enjoy attending and make good progress.

They appreciate the support their children receive from the friendly staff team.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff work closely with parents and outside agencies to implement support plans for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to help ensure that the curriculum meets their needs. Staff attend courses to further support children with SEND.

Outdoor space

Children relish spending time outdoors. They build their balance and coordination as they explore on climbing apparatus and join in with games that motivate them to move their bodies in different ways.

Parent Reviews of St George's Nursery, Pre-school & Out of school club

4.8
(47)
Nicola Penfold
5 months ago

Our two children went to St George's from age one until they went to school. Every day that we dropped them off we knew they were in good hands. All the staff are caring, kind and get to know your child. They do active, educational and artistic activities that the children are proud of. My children have enjoyed the food which is varied and nutritionally sound. The outside space is fantastic and well used. Thank you for all your hard work.

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Lauren King
8 months ago

The most wonderful nursery with such caring staff who feel like family. They provide excellent updates through the app and are always supportive with the challenges that come with toddlerhood. We couldn’t be happier with the care our daughter has received over the past 4 years and I’m genuinely sad to not go there every day. I’m looking forward to when my next child starts later in the year.

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Leanne Rumsey
a year ago

The best nursery ever!! Staff are so lovely and attentive. The interaction and level of education the children receive whilst not even feeling like they are being educated is outstanding. My son attended for 4 years and will no doubt be back for holiday clubs!

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Emma Nick
a year ago

This is the best nursery in Tunbridge wells!! The kids just love it. All the staff go above and beyond to make sure the children go home every night with a smile on their faces. The outside space is perfect and the rooms are a perfect mix of being big enough to keep the children entertained and small enough to not be absolute mayhem! x

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Jessica Thorn
a year ago

My daughter loved her first day of holiday club. Would give 5 stars but let down by the slightly officious reception staff. Rather than apologise for my daughter not being on their register (as their computer system wasn’t working) I was grilled about how I had purchased her place having already showed my paid invoice. They made me feel like they were doing me a favour allowing her to stay! Lovely setting though and the holiday club staff are fantastic.

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Inspection history

Date: August 2008

  • December 2024Good
  • November 2024Good
  • December 2019Outstanding
  • November 2019Outstanding
  • May 2016Outstanding
  • April 2016Outstanding
  • June 2015Requires improvement
  • June 2011Good
  • April 2011Good
  • August 2008Good

Frequently asked about St George's Nursery, Pre-school & Out of school club

About the setting

St George's Community Children's Project Ltd registered in 1991. It is located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The setting is open Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6.30pm, all year around. The setting employs 47 members of staff, 45 of whom hold a relevant early years qualification at level 2 or above.

URN
127584
Registered person
St Georges Community Childrens Project Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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