Nursery classes in Peacehaven

Nursery Groups

Our three rooms for different age groups support children from their earliest days through to preschool, with care and activities adapted to each child’s development. Alongside Cocoons, Caterpillars and Butterflies, The Nest provides a calm sensory and support space for children who need it.

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Cocoons (under twos)

Providing a high-level of care and nurturing for our youngest children.

The room is cosy, restful and neutral and is adjacent to the nappy changing area, it also includes a dedicated milk kitchen to make up feeds.

We have a range of equipment & resources to care for our youngest babies right up to toddlers.

Based on their first floor we often take our babies to their own area of the garden as well as taking them out for walks in the pushchairs to see and explore our local community.

Physical
Rolling over, sitting up, crawling, and eventually walking.
Cognitive
Recognising faces, responding to their names, and exploring touch.
Emotional
Forming strong emotional bonds with caregivers, expressing feelings.
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Caterpillars (twos and threes)

Children aged 2 and 3 build confidence through indoor and outdoor play, with garden access, soft play and space to rest. We support growing independence, friendships and toilet training, with staffing ratios of 1:4 for children aged 2 and 1:6 for children aged 3.

Physical
Running, jumping and developing coordination through active play.
Cognitive
Exploring pretend play, recognising patterns and beginning to count.
Emotional
Building friendships, sharing, taking turns and expressing feelings.
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Butterflies (pre-school)

Our older children occupy the ground floor of the building and get used to moving around a building as they would at school.

They become confident at climbing the stairs and our first floor also has its own children’s toilets and kitchen facilities.

Our pre-school children still learn through play but have a slightly more structured day.

We continue to use the garden and courtyard and are often riding the bikes, gardening and playing games.

Physical
Writing their names, playing sports, doing complex tasks in school.
Cognitive
Reading simple books, understanding mathematical concepts.
Emotional
Respecting rules, showing empathy, developing self-awareness.
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Our facilities

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Sensory and soft play rooms

Calming sensory space plus padded environment for active physical development.

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Creative arts space

Dedicated areas for art, craft and messy creative activities that inspire imagination skills.

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Literacy and role play

Book corner and imaginative play areas for learning through play and hands on activities.

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Garden and courtyard

Outdoor spaces for nature exploration, gardening, bikes and scooters.

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Nutrition spaces

Milk kitchen for infant feeds and children's kitchen for food activities.

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Sleep and care facilities

Rest rooms, nappy changing area and children's toilets across both floors.

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Frequently asked questions

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Children move between groups based on their age, development and readiness, rather than a fixed date.
We work closely with parents to ensure transitions feel gradual, familiar and supportive for each child.

Where possible, we aim to maintain familiar faces to help children feel secure.
Strong relationships with trusted adults help children settle quickly and build confidence in new environments.

Each room is designed to support children’s physical, cognitive and emotional development at that stage.
Activities, routines and resources are carefully adapted so children are challenged while still feeling comfortable and supported.

Ratios vary depending on the age group, following best practice for each stage of development.
Younger children benefit from higher levels of adult support, while older children are encouraged to develop independence with guidance.

Yes, we encourage parents to visit the nursery and see the different rooms in action.
This gives you the chance to ask questions, understand how each group works, and feel confident about where your child will thrive.