Butterfly Nursery

Hove Polyclinic, Neville Avenue, Hove BN3 7HY
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9.6 46 Reviews
Butterfly Nursery in Hove is a high-quality early years provision located nearby to local amenities and with good transport links.

This warm and welcoming nursery is comprised of age-appropriate rooms, with a focus on child-led play.

A team of motivated staff support young children with learning through investigation, and promote the interests of the child.

The nursery chef provides a daily menu of delicious food for the children to enjoy.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Person in charge

  • Janet Jones (Deputy Head of Trust Nurseries)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 46

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please email the nursery for their fee information. Discounted rates for Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust employees

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • There are three nursery parking and dropping off bays and a disabled parking bay.

Butterfly Nursery Reviews (46)

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Butterfly Nursery has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.628) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Butterfly Nursery has 46 reviews.

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Review from Emily J (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter found Butterfly to be a wonderful experience. She made many good friends and all the staff were wonderful. They all treat the kids with such care and attention, and the affection between the staff and the children is palpable. Our daughter grew and learned hugely through the nurturing she
received at Butterfly. The staff were helpful and friendly whenever we needed to speak to them or ask anything and always had our daughter's best interests at heart, working hard, even when it inconvenienced them, to ensure she got the best care and support.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. I hope school is a wonderful next chapter.
Kind regards.

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Review from Anna M (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t recommend Butterfly Nursery enough. Due to COVID-19 our boys had to move nursery (which is always an apprehensive time). However, they settled within a week which is all down to the staff - they are warm, nurturing and welcoming - everything you’d want for your children. We have been so impressed.
The boys are eager to go to nursery every day and come home with stories about their friends, teachers and all the fun they have. The boys eat well whilst they are there, with my youngest often eating two helpings. I have found the nursery great in terms of flexibility - when we needed to up our days, the manager accommodated us straight away. My eldest is due to start big school next month and I know that he’ll really miss Butterfly nursery.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. Please chat with the Senior Nursery Manager about how we can improve our Resources / Equipment / ICT for you as we will be happy to try to improve.
Kind regards,
Cara Mitchell

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Review from Alice B (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. Our little one has gone to Butterfly on several occasions from the age of four months onwards for drop and go sessions and we have always been very happy with the care provided. The staff are friendly and welcoming and always seem organised and efficient. Our child has always seemed
happy and well-cared-for, encouraged to eat and drink well and the team are great at sticking to the baby's usual routine. He sleeps much better at nursery than at home. It has been a real life-line for us without any family living close by to help out and we would recommend it to anyone.

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Review from Hadin S (Father of Child) published on 24 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children started going to this nursery when they were about 7 months old and now one has just started school.
The staff and facilities are excellent, friendly environment, very flexible team, I couldn't have wished for a better nursery for my kids.
My children come home talking about the staff
all the time. It's amazing not having to worry about my children when they are at nursery.
I'll recommend Butterfly Nursery over and over again. A big thank you to you all for the good work you are doing.

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Review from Nicky D (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children have been at this nursery for about eight months and as a family, we’ve all loved Butterfly Nursery. They have nurtured and taught both my children so much. My eldest has just left to start school and she transitioned so well into school, which is mostly down to how prepared she was by everyone
at Butterfly Nursery. My son, who has another year at nursery, has developed so quickly with his speech and confidence. A fantastic nursery and we are so glad we sent our kids there.

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Review from Kelly F (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my daughters attended Butterfly Nursery and loved every minute of their time there. The staff are friendly and caring. They engage the children in a variety of interesting activities and encourage messy play. Both of my children loved playing in the large outdoor space where they could help
with planting, use scooters or practice their baking skills in the mud kitchen. I loved the warm family atmosphere in the nursery and felt the staff always had my children’s best interests at heart. I highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend this nursery. The staff are super caring and positive. My child always goes in so happy and comes home bussing with all the things he's done that day. Management are great too, always so helpful if I have any trouble with payment and being flexible with any extra days needed.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Butterfly is a fantastic nursery. They are flexible and baby-centred. The team are always friendly and genuinely seem to care about the children they work with. They let siblings be together if needed which enables a smoother transition for all. They are responsive and flexible offering drop-in sessions
for ad-hoc childcare needs. Overall they offer everything you could want or need for your child - a safe, caring and nurturing environment and later an educative fun space to prepare your child for school

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Review from Harry D (Father of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Butterfly Nursery is excellent.
Staff are very friendly and supportive.
The nursery is flexible with starting and finishing times, which is a huge help when you are a working parent.
My daughter has the freedom to express herself and with the support of all the staff, she has been able to develop
and grow ready for school.
She has attended Butterfly from the age of one and will miss all the friendly staff when she leaves for school in September 2019.
They also run a holiday club with lots of exciting activities which we will definitely be using throughout the half terms once she starts school, this will help to take any pressure off us as parents, as she will be able to return to Butterfly on the days we are unable to take time off from work.
I 100% recommend Butterfly nursery to any parent for their child and fully encourage them to go and have a look around the nursery to see what a wonderful setting it is.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to send your review, it’s great to hear such positive feedback.

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Review from Lucy B (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a lovely nursery which both of my daughters really enjoy going to. The staff are experienced, fun and very caring. They know and care for each child as an individual. The nursery is bright and cheerful, with wonderful and frequently changing displays of lots of interesting things, including
the children's creative work. When I leave my daughters at Butterfly Nursery for the day I know that they will be very well cared for and happy.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to send your review, it’s great to hear such positive feedback.

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Review from Amanda B (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is amazing. The outside play area has alot for little minds to explore.
Learning skills, my daughter is leaving knowing how to spell her name. And write her numbers.
Also starting to look at words and trying to read them.
I recommend this nursery.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to send your review, it’s great to hear such positive feedback.

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Review from Nicky D (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. Children come first. All the staff are really nice and caring and my daughter really enjoys going.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

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Review from Nicole G (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Butterfly Nursery is a lovely nursery for young children with friendly carers that know all the children, a small setting and a lovely garden which is used a lot.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

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Review from Michelle T (Grandmother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Butterfly Nursery was recommended to me by a friend, I cannot thank her enough, amazing. The staff are of a mixed aged group perfect for small children, really interactive, productive activities. Big outside interesting area, highly recommended.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

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Review from Anna B (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Butterfly is a caring, nurturing, safe and professional nursery. I have had complete peace of mind sending my little boy there for the last 2.5 years and my little girl will join in the summer. The nursery staff and management are warm, kind and work to a very high standard providing great care and
fun for the children and supporting all aspects of their development.

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Review from Ana C (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is now 6 years old, he went to Butterfly Nursery last week, during school half-term. We couldn't be happier with the care and fun activities. The staff are friendly and caring, can't recommend it enough!

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Review from Ruth S (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We would highly recommend this nursery. Both our children are settled there and enjoy going. The staff are friendly to both children and parents and there is always a positive and friendly atmosphere. We are always given a handover at the end of each day and the online tapestry is an excellent way of
getting regular updates on what they are up to, and what new things they are learning.

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Review from Anna M (Mother of Child) published on 2 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Butterfly Nursery. The staff are experienced and extremely caring. The setting is well organised, bright, vibrant and inviting. My son really enjoys himself every single day he attends. I am so glad I found Butterfly Nursery, it makes you feel so much better about leaving your
child when you know that they will be so well looked after by lovely people who genuinely care.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review.

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Review from Kirstie M (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very welcoming and friendly nursery. Inclusive and accommodating of parent and child’s needs.
Great, flexible indoor and outdoor space in a newish build.
Staff are kind and caring but also very responsive and adaptive to children’s needs with regards to activities daily.


Plus imaginative initiatives

always seem to be flowing to keep us all engaged, have fun and grow.

Reply from Cara Mitchell, Nursery Business Manager at Butterfly Nursery

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Review from Gareth J (Father of Child) published on 7 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

-Daughter attending for 2 years and son for 6 months.
-Very happy and impressed with their development and believe they have learnt so much - especially our daughter's speech, understanding and social skills
-The staff really care about all the kids and both of our children are very comfortable with
them all and trust them.
-The meals come from an off-site facility and are vegetarian based with good nutrition and a varied menu.
-Separate rooms for different age groups allowing for different levels of learning.
-Have a little garden that kids play in a lot and sometimes take them out to the local park.
-No webcam facility - not required in our opinion but you may feel differently.
-Not sure how price compares to other nurseries, it is a significant outlay each month but this is true of all childcare options - we know for certain that our children are happy, well cared for and are developing well so it couldn't be spent any better for us.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.628)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.628) out of 10 for Butterfly Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.958 for Butterfly Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (92 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.958

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.67 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Butterfly Nursery is based on 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.8

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 46 number of registered child places is 9.2. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 9.2 = 0.87

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (12)

Cara

Cara Mitchell

Job Title: Nursery Finance Manager

Joined: 1993

I have worked within the nurseries since 1993.

I have an NNEB (Nursery Nursing Education Board) which I gained in 1986. I have also completed PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) 2019 which I really enjoyed. This training helped me gain a huge passion for the education of the apprentices within our teams.

I am the finance manager of all 3 of the SCFT Nurseries.
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Janet

Janet Jones

Job Title: Nursery Business Manager

Joined: 1992

I have worked within the nurseries since 1992 with a break to gain my degree BA(Hons) in Sociology and social policy and experience within Safeguarding and the community.
Therefore, I am the Safeguarding & Prevent Lead for all the nurseries.

I have a NAMCW - (National Association for Maternal and Child Welfare) a BA(Hons) in Sociology and social policy, and a PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) so I have a huge input to the education of all the apprentices.
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Thea

Thea Lansdale

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2010

I have worked within the nurseries since 2010.

I have a Diploma Level 3 Childcare which I gained while working at Butterfly Nursery.

I enjoy working with all the children and the special bond we develop before they confidently go to school.

I am currently training to become a Makaton instructor and is a foundation tool that is used daily within the nursery
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Tammy

Tammy Cheale

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager

Joined: 2005

I have worked within the nursery since 2005 when it opened.
I have a CACHE Level 3 Childcare (Certificate in Childcare and Education) which I gained in 2003.

I really enjoy creating exciting messy play activities for the children to enjoy.

I am currently training to become a Makaton instructor and is a foundation tool that is used daily within the nursery
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Abbie

Abbie O'Brien

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2016

I have worked within the nursery since 2016 after finishing college. I have a CACHE Level 3 Childcare (Certificate in Childcare and Education) which I gained in 2016 from Varndean College, Brighton.

I work in the baby room.

We have a lovely safe environment which enables the children to develop at their own pace. We also ensure that we `follow home routine' to help with a smooth transition into nursery
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Lorna

Lorna Egleston-Hill

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2010

I am a Nursery Nurse at Butterfly Nursery
Lewis

Lewis Lovekin

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2023

I work at Butterfly Nursery
Elissa

Elissa Owen

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2013

I have worked within the nurseries since 2013. I have an NVQ Level 3 Childcare which I gained while working in 2009.

I work in the babies room but also offer 1-2-1 support for children that might need a little extra care while attending nursery.
I do small 1-2-1 friendship groups to help build relationships and self-confidence. I work with multiagency to ensure that every child meets their full potential
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Beki

Beki Ingram

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2020

I have worked in the Nurseries since 2017. I have a CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People workforce, (Early Learning in Childcare).

I work with the preschool children.

I enjoy spending time with the children doing so many amazing things. We spend lots of time in our large garden and the children love learning about the different sessions as the garden changes and grows.
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Sophie

Sophie Shatford

Job Title: Nursery Nurse Apprentice

Joined: 2022

I have worked in the Nurseries since 2022. I am working towards a CACHE Level 2 & 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People workforce, (Early Learning in Childcare) while working within the nurseries
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Luke

Luke Southby

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Joined: 2008

I have worked in the nurseries since 2008 as a Catering assistant in the kitchen. I have a NVQ Level 2 Food & Hygiene.
Lynda

Lynda Bullock

Job Title: Bank Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2020

I have worked within the nursery since 2020. I have over 20 years experience of working in Nurseries.

I work in a variety of rooms and have built good bond with the children
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