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The Meadows Nursery School # The Meadows Nursery School in Eastbourne Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · 9 BRAND ROAD, EASTBOURNE, BN22 9PX · East Sussex Number of places 36 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 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 The Meadows Nursery Schools, established in 1988 by Valerie and Ron Cossey, have grown from a single part-time school to six locations across Eastbourne, Hailsham, Hastings, Northfleet (Ebbsfleet), and Morden/Rosehill, collectively caring for over 500 children weekly. Valerie Cossey, with a background as a childcare development officer, instilled a passion for childcare and child development into the nurseries' foundation. The schools emphasise creating calm, welcoming environments with engaging playrooms and gardens, offering a variety of activities using natural and everyday resources. In 2008, Valerie and Ron’s son, Glynn, joined the family business, continuing to evolve the learning approaches while upholding the core values of early years care and education. The Meadows Nurseries focus on ensuring children's enjoyment and overall well-being, fostering a comfortable and stimulating atmosphere where children can thrive. What it's like Children are enthusiastic, happy and excited to see staff, confidently finding friends and settling quickly into play, showing they feel safe and secure. They demonstrate high levels of independence, such as spreading toppings on crackers and peeling bananas, which prepares them well for their next stage in learning. Family-founded Multiple locations Focus on enjoyment and wellbeing Natural play resources ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.meadowsnurseries.co.uk/available-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 8am and 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 1989 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Meadows Nursery School Last inspected 27 February 2023 · Michaela Borland 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 are enthusiastic, happy and excited to see staff, confidently finding friends and settling quickly into play, showing they feel safe and secure. They demonstrate high levels of independence, such as spreading toppings on crackers and peeling bananas, which prepares them well for their next stage in learning. Inspector highlights - The manager has a clear vision of what she wants children to learn, with a curriculum focused on children's stages of development, interests and individual needs. - Staff observe children's play and use the information gathered to monitor their progress, preparing activities to ensure children continue to improve. - Staff work closely with parents and form strong partnerships with them, using a range of ways, such as a book swap, to help families share learning with their children. - Staff use a variety of ways to support children to successfully develop their communication and language skills, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - The manager ensures that additional funding is spent well, for example by purchasing equipment to enhance the outdoor learning curriculum and develop physical skills. Areas to develop - 1 improve sharing of children's learning with parents, including targeted plans, to enable them to further build on children's learning at home - 2 review daily routines to ensure that children do not wait for long periods between activities. Inspection #10262850 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212881) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Meadows Nursery School Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10262850 Lead inspector Michaela Borland Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212881)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/511254) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.meadowsnurseries.co.uk/) 9 BRAND ROAD, EASTBOURNE, BN22 9PX Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 8am and 6pm. [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.27489/50.79652/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near EASTBOURNE - [Day nurseries in EASTBOURNE](/search?q=EASTBOURNE) - [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=the-meadows-nursery-school-bn22-9px-511254) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use a variety of ways to support children to successfully develop their communication and language skills, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. For example, they use picture cards and visual timetables to help children understand what comes next and to learn new words. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy a range of activities that successfully ignite their curiosity, such as finding worms and other insects on a bug hunt in the garden. The manager has enhanced the outdoor learning curriculum by purchasing equipment such as crates and beams, which helps all children to develop their physical skills and benefit from fresh air throughout the day. Inspection history Date: February 2011 - February 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about The Meadows Nursery School ### What is The Meadows Nursery School's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for The Meadows Nursery School? ### Does The Meadows Nursery School accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for The Meadows Nursery School? ### Does The Meadows Nursery School provide support for children with special educational needs? ### When was The Meadows Nursery School established? ### What is The Meadows Nursery School's approach to outdoor learning? ### How can I contact The Meadows Nursery School? ## About the setting The Meadows Nursery School has been operating since 1989 and is owned by Places for Children Limited. It is located in Eastbourne, East Sussex. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday all year round. The nursery employs seven members of staff, six of whom hold relevant early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including the manager who holds a level 5 qualification. The nursery receives early years pupil premium and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 511254 Registered person Places For Children 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 Good ## Nearby day nurseries in EASTBOURNE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Meadows Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rainbow Nursery Eastbourne · BN21 2UD ](/nursery/rainbow-nursery-bn21-2ud-109364) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Eastbourne Eastbourne · BN23 8BS 5.0(19 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-eastbourne-bn23-8bs-508972) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 1.2 mi ### Fireflies Childcare Eastbourne · BN22 8UA 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/fireflies-childcare-limited-bn22-8ua-2706459) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### St Thomas-a-Becket Nursery Eastbourne · BN22 8XT 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/st-thomas-a-becket-nursery-bn22-8xt-507912) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### West Rise Nursery Eastbourne · BN23 7SL ](/nursery/west-rise-nursery-bn23-7sl-ey300297) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Step by Step Children's Nursery Eastbourne · BN20 8QX 4.8(5 reviews) ](/nursery/step-by-step-children-s-nursery-ltd-bn20-8qx-2731597) [See all nurseries in EASTBOURNE →](/search?q=EASTBOURNE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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