Welcome to Burgess Hill Nursery
Where Fun Sparks Curiosity
Burgess Hill Nursery welcomes girls and boys from 2½ to 4 years. Many girls progress into the Burgess Hill Girls Pre-Prep Reception class which is just above us in the same building – so not far to go!
As many of our staff are working parents we understand the complexities of organising child care. That’s why our nursery is open 51 weeks a year from 8.00am to 6.00pm. We also offer term-time and part-time places and school day hours from 8.30am to 3.50pm. Please find the term dates here.
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, but above all else we want to give each child the confidence to ‘have a go’ and embrace all that nursery life has to offer.
Make sure to register by December 2025 for the the September 2026/27 Cohort
Children at Burgess Hill Nursery join in accordance with their school cohort with applications considered on a case by case basis. Priority will be given to children that can attend at least 3 ‘school days’ or ‘long days’ during term time or 51 weeks a year. Places are released at least one term prior to the child’s ideal start date.
ENQUIRE ABOUT A PLACE
To see Burgess Hill Nursery for yourself book a tour using the form below!
We look forward to welcoming you.
If you would like to apply for a place
Once logged in, select the registration tab and click ‘New Registration’. Our admissions team will then be touch regarding next steps.
If you have any difficulties please contact our admissions team.
Please note that registering your child secures you a position on the waiting list for a place at Burgess Hill Nursery. It does not guarantee you a place.
Fees
Fee Structure for Burgess Hill Nursery from Summer 2025
| Session | Full Rate | Term Time Only | All Year Round |
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| Full Rate Inc. 15 Hours EYFE (Pro-Rata) | Full Rate Inc. 30 Hours EYFE (Pro-Rata) | Full Rate Inc. 15 Hours EYFE (Pro-Rata) | Full Rate Inc. 30 Hours EYFE (Pro-Rata) | Ad Hoc Rates | ||
| 1 full day (8.00am-6.00pm) | £75.00 | £56.82 | £38.64 | £61.45 | £47.91 | £86.00 |
| 1 school day (8.30am-3.50pm) | £59.00 | £40.82 | N/A | £45.45 | N/A | £67.00 |
| 1 morning (8.00am-1.00pm) | £44.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | £49.00 |
| 1 afternoon (1.00pm-6.00pm) | £44.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | £49.00 |
Extensive Outdoor Areas to Explore
See all of our wonderful spaces here:
Meet the Team
In the Nursery, our practitioners take the time to observe, listen and understand what makes your child the person they are. Your child’s early school experience should celebrate their uniqueness.
Our dedicated team will strive to identify your child’s strengths, interests, preferences and development pathways so that we can respond appropriately with experiences that are meaningful and tailored to the individual. Through an on-going process of reflection and self-evaluation we endeavour to provide an outstanding level of education.
Learn more about some of our amazing staff members by clicking on their profiles below.
CURRICULUM
Our curriculum for the Early Years Foundation Stage reflects the seven areas of learning identified in the Early Learning Goals. The Early Learning Goals are in line with the objectives in the National Literacy Strategy and the National Numeracy Strategy.
Our nursery staff make regular assessments of children’s learning, and use this information to ensure that future planning reflects identified needs, support required and children’s next steps. Assessment in the Foundation Stage takes the form of observation and planned activities and this involves their teacher and other adults as appropriate.
PASTORAL
Children in our care are encouraged to develop their skills of enquiry, creativity and critical thinking, problem-solving, reasoning and conflict resolution. They are encouraged to embrace the challenges that all new learning brings.
We strive to identify a child’s strengths, interests, preferences and development pathway so that we can respond appropriately with experiences that are meaningful and tailored to the individual. Through an ongoing process of reflection and self-evaluation we continue to ensure we provide an outstanding level of education.
We pride ourselves in having that contagious sparkle where positive links between high quality early education and children’s healthy progress through school are evident. We believe that a happy ‘can do’ attitude is infectious and everyone benefits.
When you visit us, you will find a vibrant environment which buzzes with the sound of happy, enthusiastic and motivated young children.
FOOD
At Burgess Hill Nursery, we understand the vital role that nutrition plays in a child’s growth and development. That’s why we provide freshly prepared, balanced meals every day included within the fees, made with high-quality ingredients and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Our menus are carefully planned to meet the nutritional needs of young children, promoting healthy eating habits from an early age. We cater to a variety of dietary requirements and allergies, ensuring every child is well-fed and included. By offering delicious, wholesome meals, we help children stay energized, focused, and ready to learn and play throughout the day.
Following on from their time in the Nursery, many girls progress into the Burgess Hill Girls Pre-Prep Reception class which is just above us in the same building – so not far to go!
Burgess Hill Girls Pre-Prep and Prep is a happy, supportive community where girls feel at home and quickly develop the self-belief to achieve in every aspect of their education.
Our Pre-Prep and Prep School plays its part in providing new creative opportunities and experiences which build upon the solid foundations of your daughter’s nursery education. The early contagious sparkle of the Nursery is nurtured ever brighter so that your daughter is deeply engaged in her learning, and with soaring confidence she is free to move constructively on her tailored individual learning journey.
If you would like to enquire about a Nursery and Reception place, please get in touch with the admissions team.