Peacehaven Nursery

A family-focused nursery in the heart of our local community

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Nurturing Happy, Independent Children for Over 38 Years

Hopscotch Peacehaven is an Ofsted Outstanding day nursery in Peacehaven, supporting children aged 0 to 5 in a warm and welcoming setting.

Part of the Hopscotch family, an independent nursery group founded in Brighton in 1988, the Peacehaven nursery has supported local families for over 30 years. That longevity shows in the strong reputation it has built for care, consistency and a friendly, supportive environment where children settle and thrive.

Ofsted Outstanding, twice in a row

In August 2022, Hopscotch Peacehaven was awarded its second consecutive Ofsted Outstanding rating, the only nursery in Peacehaven to currently achieve this.

This reflects the high standards of care, teaching and leadership across the nursery, and the team’s ongoing commitment to providing a nurturing and engaging environment.

A Calm and Supportive Environment

At Peacehaven, we focus on creating a space where children feel secure, valued and ready to take part in the day.

Our team work closely with families to support each child’s development, offering reassurance and consistency throughout their early years. Every child has a key person who builds a genuine relationship with them and with you.

A Supportive Start to Each Day

At Hopscotch, childhood isn’t rushed.

Each day begins with a warm welcome that helps children feel settled and ready to take part. Through play, routine and gentle guidance, children build confidence and form strong relationships with both staff and their peers.

The focus is on creating a calm and positive atmosphere where children feel supported as they learn and grow.

Active Play Indoors

Our soft play room gives children the opportunity to climb, slide and move freely in a safe and well-supervised space.

This helps build confidence, coordination and social interaction through shared play.

An outdoor space designed for every kind of play

Our garden is well equipped with climbing frames, a mud area, a sand pit and an outdoor reading space. It’s one of the things families at our Peacehaven nursery mention most. Children have plenty of opportunities to explore, be active and enjoy being outside in every season.

Learning Beyond the Nursery Walls

Through our Hopscotch Explorers programme, children take part in regular trips to Peacehaven Beach, the South Downs and nature spots along the South Downs Way.. These outings help build curiosity, confidence and an appreciation for the outdoors.

Fresh, Flexible and Nutritious Mealtimes

We partner with Little Tums to provide balanced meals using fresh ingredients, with options to suit a wide range of dietary needs.

Parents can choose to add hot lunches and teas, or provide a packed lunch from home.

Funded Childcare Places Available

Hopscotch Peacehaven accepts 15 and 30 hours of government-funded childcare.

To find out more about funding eligibility and how it works at Hopscotch, visit our Fees and Funding page.

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What's Included

Breakfast

Drinks

Nappies

Wipes & Creams

Mid-session Snacks

Baby Formula

Joining Us and Fees

Sending your child to nursery might be a worrying time - we are here to help you and your child every step of the way. Click on the links for more information on how to join Hopscotch and everything you need to know about our fees.

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Meet the Peacehaven Team

Fun Fact

My first job was working in a fairground by the seaside!

Fun Fact

I am addicted to buying shoes and own over 100 pairs!

Fun Fact

When I am not at nursery I enjoy reading, spending time with family and friends and my 13-year-old son and also going for walks.

Reviews

My children have been attending Hopscotch Nursery since they were around 13 months old, and we’ve had a wonderful experience. The environment is nurturing and caring, and the staff are excellent - warm, attentive, and dedicated.

The food is nutritious and caters to a range of diets, and the activities are fantastic, from local outings to library visits and trips to the beach.

Most importantly, I feel confident my children are safe, well cared for, and having lots of fun while I’m at work. Highly recommend!

Hannah, Google Review

We couldn’t be happier with the care our daughter has received at Hopscotch. She started just after she turned one and has absolutely loved it ever since. She’s now nearly four and in their pre-school group, and it’s been amazing to see how much she’s grown and developed over the years.

Me and my husband are so thankful for the support and care she’s had from all the staff. Every teacher has been kind, patient and genuinely invested in her development. We always feel well informed at pick-up, and the Famly App updates are great for staying connected with what she’s been up to during the day.

It’s such a reassuring feeling knowing your child is happy, safe and cared for by people who truly love what they do. We would highly recommend Hopscotch to any parents looking for a nurturing and supportive nursery.

Forever grateful to our Hopscotch Peacehaven Family.

Charlene, Google Review

My daughter joined Hopscotch Peacehaven last year at age 3 after she was diagnosed with Autism and Development Language Disorder. I can honesty say that since joining she has made a huge amount of progress not only with her speech but with her social communication delays as well. She absolutely loves it there and adores her key workers Ellie and Louise. It has been the best decision I've made moving her to Hopscotch.

I would recommend this nursery to all parents including those with SEN children. I can not rate the nursery highly enough for their ability to adapt to practices and procedures throughout the pandemic and keeping our children safe.

Thank You Hopscotch Peacehaven :)

Bradley, Google Review

My three sons now 5, 3 and 2 all have attended Hopscotch and one is still attending. Hopscotch is extremely professional and I have always felt confident that my children are in a safe, clean and happy environment to learn and grow. The staff at Hopscotch are quite simply amazing and I am so grateful for the care and attention they have given my children over the years. If you are looking for a reliable, professional, safe and caring nursery then look no further.

Karen, Google Review

My Daughter loved it here, often asking if she could go on days when she wasn't due to. She started at 7 months old and stayed till she started school. I always had complete peace of mind when she attended. Knowing she would be well looked after and have great experiences.

All the staff are very friendly and approachable. Always happy to have a chat if needed. My son has just started and loving it. Aways happy to be handed over and giving the staff big smiles which speaks volumes.

Hannah, Google Review