West Rise Nursery

About this day nursery

West Rise Nursery, part of West Rise Primary School in Eastbourne, focuses on creating a welcoming and supportive environment where children can thrive. The school prioritises wellbeing, aiming to foster a positive and nurturing atmosphere for all pupils.

They value strong partnerships with families, believing this collaboration is key to a child's success. Parents are encouraged to visit the school for a personal presentation by the Headteacher, offering insights into the school's ethos, vision, aims, and achievements, including its OFSTED rating.

The nursery ensures a smooth transition for children, whether they come from its own pre-school, another setting, or home, through a well-defined Transition Policy. The admissions process for the primary school is managed through the Local Authority, accepting children into Reception in September of the academic year they turn five, with careful consideration given to each child's needs for a full-time start.

The school actively works to provide a clear and accessible application process, directing parents to the East Sussex County Website for online applications, and also providing information regarding appeals against school allocation decisions.

Our ethos

We are an extremely popular school, where our families feel valued and cared for, and where real partnerships are formed - it would be lovely if you chose to join us too. We will meet you and personally express to you the wonder that is West Rise - a truly wonderful school, with Wellbeing placed fully at the heart of everything we do. After a full presentation sharing our ethos, vision and aims, and our successes, we will show you around the beautiful setting, allowing you to explore the classrooms all set up and ready to welcome children.

What it's like

Children feel safe and secure within the homely nursery. They are highly motivated to learn and engage in unique experiences with other children and adults, such as exploring the nature garden. Staff place high importance on helping children regulate their behaviour and develop speech and language skills.

Pricing & funding