--- title: "Warren Playgroup — Rated Good by Ofsted | Nursery Advice" description: "Warren Playgroup, a nursery in Henfield — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Warren Playgroup # Warren Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · St. Peters Church Hall, Church Lane, Henfield, BN5 9NY · West Sussex Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Warren Playgroup in Henfield, West Sussex, offers a stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged two and up. Open Monday to Friday during term time, the playgroup focuses on active learning through play, fostering creativity, social interaction, and early education. The setting boasts vibrant indoor spaces designed to promote exploration and joy, alongside two distinct outdoor areas, including a woodland classroom, that bring children closer to nature and extend learning beyond the traditional classroom. Committed to safety and development, Warren Playgroup also benefits from a dedicated team of staff with extensive early years childcare experience and various qualifications, ensuring a loving and secure atmosphere where children can flourish. As a registered charity, the playgroup actively engages in fundraising to provide additional enriching activities and equipment, further enhancing the children's experiences, and maintains strong community links through initiatives like the Co-Op Local Community Fund and EasyFundraising. They welcome registrations for September 2026 and invite prospective families to learn more about their offerings. What it's like Children develop secure relationships with the warm and nurturing staff team, enjoying play with adults and cooperating with friends. They engage in shared activities like digging in the woodland area and exploring nature, while staff focus on individual interests and enjoyment. Term-time only Ages 2 and up Charity-run Woodland classroom Play-based learning ## Pricing & funding 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.warrenplaygroup.co.uk/fundraising) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday-Friday term time Age range Two and up Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Warren Playgroup Last inspected 26 January 2023 · Jade Orosz 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 develop secure relationships with the warm and nurturing staff team, enjoying play with adults and cooperating with friends. They engage in shared activities like digging in the woodland area and exploring nature, while staff focus on individual interests and enjoyment. Inspector highlights - The manager develops a curriculum that focuses on the skills that children need to learn to prepare them for the next stage in their education. - Children are happy to spend time at the playgroup and show high levels of engagement in activities. - Children complete self-care tasks independently. - The manager provides staff with regular supervision and encourages reflection. - Children enjoy helping adults to complete tasks and understand the daily routine well. Areas to develop - 1 focus on improving staff's teaching in order to extend and broaden children's vocabulary to further develop their communication and language - 2 refine how staff plan activities to ensure that they precisely support individual children to achieve and make the best possible progress. Inspection #10234076 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209274) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Warren Playgroup Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10234076 Lead inspector Jade Orosz Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209274)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/113813) 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 [ Visit website ](http://warrenplaygroup.co.uk/) St. Peters Church Hall, Church Lane, Henfield, BN5 9NY Opening hours Monday-Friday term time [© 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#/-0.27703/50.93161/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Henfield - [Day nurseries in Henfield](/search?q=Henfield) - [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=warren-playgroup-bn5-9ny-113813) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they are very happy with the care and education provided to their children. They feel their children are making good progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The role of the key person is fully embedded, and staff know their key children well. Staff identify what individual children need to learn next. However, sometimes, they do not always consider how to precisely include individual children's learning needs into their planned activities. Outdoor space Children enjoy exploring the natural world. For instance, staff give children magnifying glasses to hunt for bugs under logs. Children spend lots of time outside in the fresh air. They benefit from physical exercise to burn off energy. For example, children use ride-on cars to push themselves around the garden. Inspection history Date: December 2003 - February 2023 Good - January 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - March 2017 Good - January 2015 Good - January 2015 Good - November 2009 Good - October 2009 Good - March 2006 Good - December 2003 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Warren Playgroup ### What is Warren Playgroup's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Warren Playgroup? ### Does Warren Playgroup offer funded hours? ### What age range does Warren Playgroup cater for? ### What are the opening hours for Warren Playgroup? ### Does Warren Playgroup have good outdoor space? ### Who runs Warren Playgroup? ### Does Warren Playgroup provide support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? ### How can I contact Warren Playgroup? ## About the setting Warren Playgroup registered in 2000. It operates from the church hall in Henfield, West Sussex. The playgroup is open between 9am and 3pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and between 9am and 1pm on Thursday and Friday, during term time. The playgroup employs nine staff, with five holding relevant early years qualifications at level 3. The playgroup receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. URN 113813 Registered person The Warren Playgroup Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Henfield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Warren Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Activ8 Nursery Henfield Henfield · BN5 9JQ 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/activ8-nursery-henfield-bn5-9jq) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Dove Nursery Henfield · BN5 9RS ](/nursery/dove-nursery-ltd-bn5-9rs-ey338977) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Partridge Green Pre-School Partridge Green · RH13 8HX 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/partridge-green-pre-school-rh13-8hx-113631) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Oscar Bears Day Care Hassocks · BN6 9JJ ](/nursery/oscar-bears-day-care-bn6-9jj-ey438252) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Bluebells Day Nursery Horsham · RH13 8JE ](/nursery/bluebells-day-nursery-rh13-8je-113379) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Bluebells Day Nursery Horsham · RH13 8JJ ](/nursery/bluebells-day-nursery-rh13-8jj-2519742) [See all nurseries in Henfield →](/search?q=Henfield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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