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St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery # St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Sept 2024) · 4.5 (6 parent reviews) · 3 Tutts Barn Lane, Eastbourne, BN22 8XT · East Sussex Number of places 50 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority East 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 Thomas-a-Becket Nursery in Eastbourne, established in 1999, is an outstanding childcare setting located within the grounds of St Thomas-a-Becket Infant School. Open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm during term time, the nursery provides full-day care for children aged two to five years old. The dedicated team of 10 qualified staff members, all holding early years qualifications between level 3 and level 6, ensures a nurturing and exceptionally well-managed environment where children flourish. What it's like Children gain tremendous benefit from spending time in this exceptionally well-run and welcoming setting. Leaders and staff very successfully create an environment where each child's physical and emotional well-being is prioritised and expertly nurtured. The calm, consistent and very caring approach of staff supports children to understand and manage their emotions, and they learn to behave well. With the support of staff, children become highly motivated and independent learners. All children receive the encouragement and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Outstanding provision Nurturing environment Strong SEND support Excellent communication skills Artistic expression Parent partnership ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 1999 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery Last inspected 4 September 2024 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children gain tremendous benefit from spending time in this exceptionally well-run and welcoming setting. Leaders and staff very successfully create an environment where each child's physical and emotional well-being is prioritised and expertly nurtured. The calm, consistent and very caring approach of staff supports children to understand and manage their emotions, and they learn to behave well. With the support of staff, children become highly motivated and independent learners. All children receive the encouragement and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Inspector highlights - Children gain tremendous benefit from spending time in this exceptionally well-run and welcoming setting. - Leaders and staff very successfully create an environment where each child's physical and emotional well-being is prioritised and expertly nurtured. - The calm, consistent and very caring approach of staff supports children to understand and manage their emotions, and they learn to behave well. - With the support of staff, children become highly motivated and independent learners, enthusiastically taking part in a broad range of activities. - Managers and staff create a curriculum that is superbly planned to respond to the immediate and evolving needs of the children attending, enabling them to identify precisely what each child needs to learn next. - Staff place a strong focus on promoting children's communication and language, identifying key vocabulary and providing context for understanding. - The curriculum for expressive arts and design is a particular strength, providing constant access to a broad and exciting range of art and craft resources. - Leaders and staff go above and beyond expectations to work with parents, providing emotional support and practical help that significantly impacts outcomes for children. Inspection #10351053 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258622) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10351053 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258622)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/507912) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-thomas-a-becket-nursery-bn22-8xt-507912) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There are exceptionally effective arrangements to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with all staff fully aware of individual personalities and abilities, using agreed approaches to accommodate each child's needs. EAL / language support Staff provide excellent support for children learning English as an additional language, including providing storybooks in various languages to promote overall language development and a positive sense of self-identity. ## Parent Reviews of St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery 4.5 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW1Jb_w2oIsIrixa4stfY-CwPM7OUdUq1oA3qkHrC9roUCZrUVW=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Elouise 5 years ago I highly recommend this nursery. Absolutely Wonderful staff! My child struggled to settle at a previous nursery. When turned 2 years old I decided to make the change. 2 and a half years later, not a single regret. There were days my child didn't want to go home and wanted to stay at the nursery when it was home time... That's when I knew, that St.Thomas a Becket Nursery is PERFECT! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLa05uOXNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df73e1129709cd:0xd58e3d9c01709d7f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXYn7AKkQ5mCfPrA6ktJI036ZMTwsLpN371Mv8O9z1U11uKXnqxmg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Marta Szarejk 8 years ago Wonderful childcare service and great very friendly staff! My daughter enjoys everyday at nursery and she has learned a lot since September! Highly recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNneS03RktBEAE!2m1!1s0x47df73e1129709cd:0xd58e3d9c01709d7f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXnw_BG9J_1HWbPhfQLBG5QrCugDr9USXoVYhvyJ2rwP6qeLrR4Aw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Anna Malolepsza 6 years ago Friendly staff, plenty activists everyday for kids. We are always happy [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURVZ18tb0xBEAE!2m1!1s0x47df73e1129709cd:0xd58e3d9c01709d7f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWAiph-039-SwhcHxtG4KX-SBT9ql9SuarbhDqHibWST_Z26w1y=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Batool Fatimah in the last week Highly recommend, we were new to the area. They made us feel home. Even my daughter didn't knew English much when she started they hwlped alot with the language as well. 🌹 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pkWVIwZDZRM3BhZWs5UE4wZzNhblJJV0VoWVVYYxAB!2m1!1s0x47df73e1129709cd:0xd58e3d9c01709d7f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLHBuu0Yl8qs9bnkfq7YBvombEVwrir24IVkgTLEozUS3JcRw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Paulina Kopaczewska 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJZ3VLU05BEAE!2m1!1s0x47df73e1129709cd:0xd58e3d9c01709d7f) Reviews from Google for St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15388304717019913599&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: July 2011 - September 2024 Outstanding - December 2015 Good - July 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery ### What stands out about St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery? ### When is St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery open? ### Is St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery a private nursery? ### How does St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery support children with SEND? ### From what age does St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery accept children? ### What is the Ofsted rating of St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Eastbourne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Camelot Kids Eastbourne · BN21 2BU ](/nursery/camelot-kids-bn21-2bu-ey494256) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Bright Beginnings Eastbourne · BN21 2DX 5.0(18 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-beginnings-bn21-2dx-ey490981) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 0.4 mi ### Fireflies Childcare Eastbourne · BN22 8UA 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/fireflies-childcare-limited-bn22-8ua-2706459) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Poohs Nursery School Eastbourne · BN22 8LW 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/poohs-nursery-school-ltd-bn22-8lw-ey487205) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Acorns Day Nursery Eastbourne · BN21 2ET 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-acorns-day-nursery-bn21-2et-ey373498) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Tom Thumb Nursery Eastbourne · BN21 3YA 4.4(18 reviews) ](/nursery/tom-thumb-nursery-bn21-3ya-2766973) [See all nurseries in Eastbourne →](/search?q=Eastbourne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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