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Tiny Tigers Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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5.0(4 parent reviews) ·Gorse Cottage, London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1QF · West Sussex
Number of places
63 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
West Sussex

About this day nursery

Tiny Tigers Day Nursery, located in East Grinstead, provides a nurturing environment for children from 0 to 5 years old. With over two decades of experience, the nursery focuses on creating a delightful journey of growth and discovery for each child.

The dedicated team strives to stimulate curiosity and encourage exploration through engaging activities tailored to each age group: babies (0-2 years), toddlers (2-3 years), and preschoolers (3-5 years). The nursery believes in combining learning and play, offering an expansive garden for outdoor adventures, climbing, role-playing, and discovering nature.

Tiny Tigers has consistently received a "Good" rating from Ofsted for over 20 years, highlighting their commitment to consistency and quality care. Many parents have praised the nursery for its caring staff, homely atmosphere, and focus on outdoor learning, with children enjoying activities like growing vegetables and sensory play.

The low staff turnover allows children to form strong bonds with their caregivers. Tiny Tigers aims to provide a safe and supportive place where children can develop into happy and confident individuals, with a strong emphasis on their well-being and development.

Our ethos

Tiny Tigers Day Nursery is committed to providing a delightful journey of growth and discovery for each child, stimulating curiosity and encouraging exploration. They believe in combining learning and play, with a strong emphasis on outdoor adventures, nature, and developing happy, confident individuals.

What it's like

Children are enthusiastic about coming into the setting and enjoy playing with friends. They behave well and are respectful towards friends, staff and visitors, showing a high level of concentration and problem-solving skills during activities.

Long-standing nursery (20+ years)Outdoor learning focusDedicated and experienced teamStrong parent testimonials

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged as a flat monthly rate including a holiday discount, with options for weekly, ad-hoc daily, or hourly bookings. Prices are structured into two age bands: 0 to 2 years and 3 to 5 years. Additional charges apply for lunch, tea, late collections, and funded hour consumables.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)

Good to know

  • Registration fee and deposit are required, both waived for EYFE-only bookings.
  • Flat rate monthly fees include a holiday discount.
  • Consumables charge applies per funded hour.
  • Funding is available for 15 and 30 hours, with meals, snacks, and consumables included in those rates.
  • Late collection or early drop-off is charged per quarter hour.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:15 am to 6:15 pm, open all year except Bank Holidays and Christmas.

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tiny Tigers Day Nursery

Last inspected 13 June 2022 · Funke Ologun

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 about coming into the setting and enjoy playing with friends. They behave well and are respectful towards friends, staff and visitors, showing a high level of concentration and problem-solving skills during activities.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are enthusiastic and form secure bonds with key persons.
  • Children behave well and are respectful, showing high concentration and problem-solving skills.
  • Staff support children to make decisions and understand principles of democracy.
  • Staff know children well and tailor activities to individual needs, including those with SEND.
  • Management supports staff development through supervision, appraisals, and training.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen staff's interactions with children to further enhance children's communication and language skills.
Inspection #10244097 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents confirm that they have been well informed by staff of children's activities and progress. They are happy with the service they receive and express that their children are making good progress in their learning.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff have high expectations of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and plan appropriate next steps. Children with SEND and their families receive support from staff and leaders to access help as early as possible, and staff support children with SEND to be included in activities with other children to bridge learning gaps.

Parent Reviews of Tiny Tigers Day Nursery

5.0
(4)
Elle Finn
7 months ago

The team are attentive, knowledgeable and remain consistent so I always know the team in the room and at drop off. My son absolutely loves it there, especially the big garden and all the activities they do which are different every day. They're organised and keep you updated with pictures and comments every day with their app. Highly recommend!

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Abbondanza Palmiero
10 months ago

My son has had a wonderful experience at Tiny Tigers. The staff are caring, attentive, and create a warm, safe environment where children feel happy and supported. The activities are engaging and promote learning and creativity. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent.

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Chris Howard
10 months ago

A lovely environment where our children have thrived. The staff are all so friendly and warm - all our boys have loved being part of Tiny Tigers. our eldest is about to embark on his school life and his development and confidence is hugely down to the evkeriebces he had at TT. Our middle child loves it too and we are in no doubt our youngest will also love his time there. I couldn’t recommend the place and the staff highly enough.

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Suzanne Upfold
10 months ago

From the moment we walked in to view Tiny Tigers we were all in! And we have loved our journey with the amazing ladies helping our son grow over the years. He has had the perfect space to explore and grow and learn with the great team there!

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Inspection history

Date: October 2008

  • June 2022Good
  • August 2017Good
  • January 2014Good
  • June 2013Good
  • October 2008Good

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