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The teachers and all staff are so caring and conscientious.", "datePublished": "2020-04-28T21:17:48.314549Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Cheshire Celeste" }, "reviewBody": "Loved my time here as a kid, absolutely amazing staff and memorable experience ♥", "datePublished": "2021-02-18T15:31:12.864107Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Marie" }, "reviewBody": "Looks great on the outside, some of the staff is amazing but the nursery “policy” isnt there to support parents.\nYou cannot choose which days your child can attend they have set up patterns.\nWhen asked about fridays off i been told “everyone wants fridays off so we don't offer it” … this is just the tip of the iceberg i have many more stories.", "datePublished": "2026-05-21T12:13:19.967996146Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "SunnySandwich" }, "datePublished": "2020-08-07T19:37:37.816630Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tarnerland-nursery-school-bn2-0ar-ey279045#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": "Tarnerland Nursery School", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tarnerland-nursery-school-bn2-0ar-ey279045" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tarnerland-nursery-school-bn2-0ar-ey279045#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours at Tarnerland Nursery School?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery is open from 8am to 6pm and runs for 50 weeks of the year. 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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 6. · 7. Tarnerland Nursery School # Tarnerland Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · 3.7 (6 Google reviews) · Sussex Street, BRIGHTON, BN2 0AR · Brighton and Hove Number of places 20 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Brighton and Hove About - About - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Tarnerland Nursery School, situated in Brighton, East Sussex, opened its doors in 2004, offering childcare for children aged 0 to 2 years in its dedicated baby room. The day nursery operates weekdays from 8am to 6pm, 50 weeks a year, providing full-day care. With 31 experienced staff members holding appropriate early years qualifications, the setting ensures a warm, safe, and stimulating environment. Tarnerland is part of a larger city school partnership and benefits from the support of the Brighton and Hove central Sure Start children's centre. The day nursery is praised for its attentive and nurturing staff, who skillfully plan daily routines based on individual needs and effectively prepare babies for transitions to the two-year-old room. While the nursery provides nutritious meals and flexible routines, there is a focus on strengthening language development and broadening exploratory play opportunities. The headteacher and manager are committed to staff development, ensuring regular training and mentoring to maintain high-quality provision. What it's like Staff warmly welcome babies to nursery and listen with interest to their experiences to plan routines and support their well-being. The nursery provides a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for babies to explore, where they enjoy playing with water, mark-making, and climbing. Babies have fun in the large outdoor area, observe older children, and enjoy activities like crawling through a tunnel. At lunchtime, stories are skilfully delivered, captivating babies and prompting them to predict words. Nurturing staff Supportive transitions Engaging activities Strong leadership ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, for 50 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All\_year Registered with Ofsted 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tarnerland Nursery School Last inspected 15 July 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Staff warmly welcome babies to nursery and listen with interest to their experiences to plan routines and support their well-being. The nursery provides a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for babies to explore, where they enjoy playing with water, mark-making, and climbing. Babies have fun in the large outdoor area, observe older children, and enjoy activities like crawling through a tunnel. At lunchtime, stories are skilfully delivered, captivating babies and prompting them to predict words. Inspector highlights - Staff warmly welcome babies and listen to their experiences to plan routines and support well-being. - The nursery provides a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for babies to explore. - Babies have fun in the large outdoor area and enjoy interacting with older children. - Older babies visit the two-year-old room to prepare for the next stage in learning. - Staff are attentive and nurturing, obtaining information to help babies settle in. - Transitions to the two-year-old room are positive experiences for babies. - Nutritious meals are provided which cater for known allergies and dietary preferences. - Leadership and management are committed to developing staff knowledge and skills through regular training. Areas to develop - 1 Extend the curriculum to provide further opportunities for babies to explore their senses and physical abilities. - 2 Strengthen staff's skills in supporting babies' early language through daily routines and activities. Inspection #10128586 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197720) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tarnerland Nursery School Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10128586 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197720)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY279045) 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 Sussex Street, BRIGHTON, BN2 0AR ## Explore day nurseries near BRIGHTON - [Day nurseries in BRIGHTON](/search?q=BRIGHTON) - [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=tarnerland-nursery-school-bn2-0ar-ey279045) ## Google Reviews of Tarnerland Nursery School 3.7 (6 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLGhHMjIiAnK5AQw-4LDbz8_DN7BYT-zQ_x2UxAPasHoe5PjQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Siobhan Gunson 2 years ago Both my boys love this nursery! Lovely staff, lovely meadow to play in too. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4N3Vmd19nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487585a20d81487b:0xd4e2aa266b690a37) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXA-icgF2P2QpsdT8roVpUM1VoL1vvgH_LjD1NP6FM0b0-ATlOsMQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) ml ek 6 years ago This nursery is amazing. Our daughter loves it here. The teachers and all staff are so caring and conscientious. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjOTh6WTF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487585a20d81487b:0xd4e2aa266b690a37) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU8S1Jtc4ERLxROkbEpwB_swtj5IWm07ai60TOevgkigOtAXnfR=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cheshire Celeste 5 years ago Loved my time here as a kid, absolutely amazing staff and memorable experience ♥ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5bjQ2Rm9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487585a20d81487b:0xd4e2aa266b690a37) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIZL6rNutpHAk4BMf9RVsWoAHH1CwESNDvhRnB2jpzovHgbGw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Marie in the last week Looks great on the outside, some of the staff is amazing but the nursery “policy” isnt there to support parents. You cannot choose which days your child can attend they have set up patterns. When asked about fridays off i been told “everyone wants fridays off so we don't offer it” … this is just the tip of the iceberg i have many more stories. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT204MlIxbHZSMVJzU1Voa2JXTm5TbE40TFhsdWVsRRAB!2m1!1s0x487585a20d81487b:0xd4e2aa266b690a37) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLqRwHcjHeTqqM1RPue648GeItXuuQfeGI82dbVP-05IM0-utU4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) SunnySandwich 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDMEpDNk5nEAE!2m1!1s0x487585a20d81487b:0xd4e2aa266b690a37) Reviews from Google for Tarnerland Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15340010362764855863&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: January 2007 - July 2022 Good - February 2016 Outstanding - November 2010 Good - January 2007 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Tarnerland Nursery School ### What are the opening hours at Tarnerland Nursery School? ### How is Tarnerland Nursery School classified by Ofsted? ### What grade did Ofsted give Tarnerland Nursery School? ## Nearby day nurseries in BRIGHTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tarnerland Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Orchard Day Nursery Brighton · BN2 0GL 3.4(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/orchard-day-nursery-bn2-0gl-130705) - [ Ofsted: Met 0.2 mi ### Bright Start at Tarner Children's Centre Brighton · BN2 9QE ](/nursery/bright-start-at-tarner-children-s-centre-bn2-9qe-2595561) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Nest Brighton · BN2 9SJ ](/nursery/the-nest-bn2-9sj-ey546064) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Happy Days Nursery Brighton · BN2 9SQ 5.0(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-bn2-9sq-ey499591) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Orchard Pre School Brighton · BN2 9YA 3.4(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/orchard-pre-school-bn2-9ya-2561556) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bloomsbury on the beach Brighton · BN2 1BX ](/nursery/bloomsbury-on-the-beach-bn2-1bx-2739436) [See all nurseries in BRIGHTON →](/search?q=BRIGHTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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