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St Paul's Pre-School # St Paul's Pre-School in Haywards Heath Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · The Presbytery, St. Pauls RC Church, Haywards Heath, RH16 3PQ · West Sussex Number of places 44 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 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 St Paul's Pre-School, located within St Paul's RC Church in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, was established in 2002 and provides full-day care for children aged two to four years old. The pre-school operates during term time, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 4pm, and welcomes children with government-funded places. The dedicated team of twelve staff members, nine of whom hold early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including one with qualified teacher status, fosters a nurturing and respectful atmosphere. Children quickly settle into the welcoming environment, engaging in activities like autumn-themed play dough and exploring natural objects, which supports their fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence. The curriculum is carefully designed to meet individual needs and interests, with staff continuously assessing progress and adapting the learning environment. The setting places a strong emphasis on communication and language development, utilising strategies such as signing and visual cards, and small-group sessions to enhance listening and attention skills. Independence is encouraged through consistent routines, like children putting away their belongings on arrival and choosing their snacks, preparing them for the next stage of their learning journey and school. The pre-school has a "Good" Ofsted rating, with effective safeguarding measures in place to ensure a safe and positive environment for all children. What it's like Children settle quickly into this welcoming pre-school, where staff build nurturing and responsive relationships with them. Staff create an inclusive environment for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language. Staff consistently foster a kind and respectful atmosphere, encouraging polite language and sharing among children while guiding them to play well and show consideration for each other. Nurturing environment Strong communication support Fosters independence Inclusive practice Effective safeguarding ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 4pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2002 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Paul's Pre-School Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10399226 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289472)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY248608) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-paul-s-pre-school-rh16-3pq-ey248608) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Paul's Pre-School Last inspected 18 September 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children settle quickly into this welcoming pre-school, where staff build nurturing and responsive relationships with them. Staff create an inclusive environment for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language. Staff consistently foster a kind and respectful atmosphere, encouraging polite language and sharing among children while guiding them to play well and show consideration for each other. Inspector highlights - Children settle quickly into this welcoming pre-school, where staff build nurturing and responsive relationships with them. - Staff create an inclusive environment for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language. - Staff consistently foster a kind and respectful atmosphere. - Leaders shape a clear and ambitious curriculum based on children's individual needs and interests. - Staff provide strong support for children's language and communication development. - Independence is strongly promoted throughout the day as staff help children to quickly learn consistent routines. - The pre-school generally supports children in beginning to recognise and value their similarities and differences. - Overall, partnerships with parents are positive. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen communication strategies to ensure all parents can access and understand the information shared - 2 Embed opportunities for children to explore and celebrate cultural diversity Inspection #10399226 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289472) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff create an inclusive environment for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders prioritise staff development, organising targeted training that reflects the varied needs of children across the setting. They actively seek advice from external professionals, such as speech and language therapists and specialist teachers, to deliver targeted support for all children, including those with SEND. Outdoor space In the garden, staff support children to balance and climb on beams, stepping stones and a climbing frame. All the while, staff give gentle encouragement and praise. This helps strengthen children's physical development. EAL / language support Staff create an inclusive environment for all children, including those who speak English as an additional language. They use strategies such as signing and visual cards to enable all children to understand and join in. Leaders prioritise staff development, including seeking advice from external professionals like speech and language therapists, to build staff confidence in supporting all children, including those who speak an additional language, fostering their well-being and progress. ## Parent Reviews of St Paul's Pre-School 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWuv7oFD0Ya6JejJS_A4-nMb_uO2AEbNP6oZFupwk3EtEKvQdGE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Haneesh Hillary 2 years ago St Paul's Pre school, The staff are very friendly, they help in the development of children from different ethics group. The best pre school in Haywards Heath. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKN0pLM3JBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48758ca4689318a5:0x7e47562088e5e4e) Reviews from Google for St Paul's Pre-School. 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