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Welcome to Little Explorers, where a warm, familial environment is nurtured by providing a single, spacious room divided into areas for under-twos, toddlers, and preschoolers. This integrated space encourages interaction across different age groups, enhancing children's social development and community awareness.
At Little Explorers, exceptional care is a priority, as evidenced by the bright smiles that greet the team daily. The unique setup allows skilled practitioners to connect with each child...
Welcome to Little Explorers, where a warm, familial environment is nurtured by providing a single, spacious room divided into areas for under-twos, toddlers, and preschoolers. This integrated space encourages interaction across different age groups, enhancing children's social development and community awareness.
At Little Explorers, exceptional care is a priority, as evidenced by the bright smiles that greet the team daily. The unique setup allows skilled practitioners to connect with each child individually, offering a personalised curriculum that nurtures every child's unique interests and developmental needs.
Freshly prepared meals crafted by a talented chef are served on-site, ensuring that each child's dietary requirements are fully met.
There is a strong emphasis on outdoor play, with the garden space providing a safe and stimulating environment for children of all ages. Overlooking a vast field and adjacent to a play park, the location offers easy access to nature walks and a nearby nature reserve, encouraging exploration and physical activity. Additionally, the proximity to Janes Lane and the town library allows for regular educational outings, supporting the development of gross motor skills and promoting broader social interaction.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Little Explorers Day Nurseries & Pre-schools
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lucy Berryman (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 10
Total Places for Children
- 25
Age Range
- from 1 years 6 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-17:30
- Tuesday07:30-17:30
- Wednesday07:30-17:30
- Thursday07:30-17:30
- Friday07:30-17:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays and between Christmas and New Year
Parking
- Off-street parking is available in a council-owned car park at the rear of the nursery.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school Reviews (11)
Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.668) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school has 11 reviews.
My daughter loves Little Explorers! Having moved her from another nursery, the difference is remarkable. Little Explorers really care about each child individually and are constantly doing fun but educational activities. Her key worker asks me what I'd like to focus on and currently she's preparing...
My daughter loves Little Explorers! Having moved her from another nursery, the difference is remarkable. Little Explorers really care about each child individually and are constantly doing fun but educational activities. Her key worker asks me what I'd like to focus on and currently she's preparing my daughter to welcome her baby sister.
The food is fantastic, my daughter mostly finishes every meal (if not seconds) and I love the relationship the chef has with the children, involving them in some of the cooking/baking.
They tend to be outside as much as possible, she's hardly picked up any illnesses from other children in the course of a year which shows how well this is handled by the nursery when a child is noticeably unwell.
Couldn't recommend more.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time at Little Explorers and that you have noticed such a positive difference since joining us. It's lovely to know that the individual care and support from her key worker has...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time at Little Explorers and that you have noticed such a positive difference since joining us. It's lovely to know that the individual care and support from her key worker has helped her development, including preparing for the arrival of her baby sister. We are passionate about building strong relationships with children and families and supporting each child's unique journey. We are also pleased that your daughter enjoys our meals and cooking activities with our chef. Thank you for your kind comments about our outdoor learning experiences and caring environment. Your feedback means a great deal to our team, and we are grateful for your trust and support.
A huge thank you to Jenny who plays a massive part in the learning and well being of the children.
A huge thank you to Jenny who plays a massive part in the learning and well being of the children.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that your child is thriving and enjoying the variety of activities and outings we offer. We truly appreciate your recognition of Jenny-she is a valued member of our team, and we'll be...
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that your child is thriving and enjoying the variety of activities and outings we offer. We truly appreciate your recognition of Jenny-she is a valued member of our team, and we'll be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to her. Supporting children's learning and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, so it means a lot to know this is being reflected in your child's experience. Thank you again for your support.
The staff seem to really care about the children in their care, not just the fact it is their job.
Since going there i can see a difference in my daughters confidence and language, she talks to me about...
The staff seem to really care about the children in their care, not just the fact it is their job.
Since going there i can see a difference in my daughters confidence and language, she talks to me about her day and shes excited to go in every time which as a parent makes the anxiety less.
Kept up to date with my daughters day and get a little update when collecting.
The activities they do are meaningful and up to date with current events.
I love the fact the do lots of trips out and spend alot of time outside! Looking forward to seeing what the summer brings!
The manager is lovely and approachable, all the staff are! I feel comfortable knowing my daughter is there and having as much fun as possible.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear how happy your daughter is and that you've seen such a positive difference in her confidence and language since joining us. It's lovely to know that she enjoys sharing her day with you and is excited to come into nursery - that...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear how happy your daughter is and that you've seen such a positive difference in her confidence and language since joining us. It's lovely to know that she enjoys sharing her day with you and is excited to come into nursery - that reassurance means so much to us as we know how important it is for families to feel confident and at ease. We're so pleased you value the updates you receive, as well as the meaningful activities, trips and outdoor experiences we provide. Creating engaging opportunities that reflect children's interests and the world around them is something we're very passionate about. Your kind words about our team and management mean a great deal, and we're so glad you feel comfortable and supported. Thank you for trusting us with your daughter's care - we're excited for all the fun and learning the summer will bring!
What a fabulous nursery! Our grandson has been attending for 2 1/2 years and is so happy. He has made lots of friends, is thriving emotionally and academically. Every member of staff is fully invested in each child, their interests and needs. As grandparents who are very involved in our...
What a fabulous nursery! Our grandson has been attending for 2 1/2 years and is so happy. He has made lots of friends, is thriving emotionally and academically. Every member of staff is fully invested in each child, their interests and needs. As grandparents who are very involved in our grandsons life,we have built excellent relationships with the staff and love being included in days when families are invited into the setting. The recent addition of forest school is fantastic, the children love to explore new surroundings and have the opportunity to try new things and test their abilities. Cannot praise Jane's Lane or its staff highly enough.
Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear how happy your grandson has been during his time with us and that he is thriving both emotionally and academically. Supporting each child as an individual and nurturing their interests is something our team cares...
Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear how happy your grandson has been during his time with us and that he is thriving both emotionally and academically. Supporting each child as an individual and nurturing their interests is something our team cares deeply about. It's especially lovely to hear that you feel welcomed and included as grandparents. Building strong relationships with the whole family is incredibly important to us, and we truly value the involvement of those who play such a special role in our children's lives. We're also pleased that the forest school sessions have been such a positive addition. Providing opportunities for children to explore, take safe risks and develop confidence in new environments is something we're very passionate about. Thank you for your kind words and for being such an important part of our nursery community - your support means a great deal to us.
My son has been attending Little Explorers Janes Lane for two years now and he absolutely adores his time at nursery. Drop offs are so easy! He has truly flourished there and the nursery is by far the best it has ever been, with caring, consistent staff, healthy food (that he actually eats and...
My son has been attending Little Explorers Janes Lane for two years now and he absolutely adores his time at nursery. Drop offs are so easy! He has truly flourished there and the nursery is by far the best it has ever been, with caring, consistent staff, healthy food (that he actually eats and enjoys), and an lovely intimate setting. The garden area is well equipped for the size and my son loves the recent addition of forest school, venturing out to Bedelands nature reserve to explore each week. .
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for being part of the Janes Lane family for the past two years. We're absolutely delighted to hear how much your son enjoys his time with us and that drop-offs are such a positive experience. It's incredibly rewarding to know that he has flourished in...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for being part of the Janes Lane family for the past two years. We're absolutely delighted to hear how much your son enjoys his time with us and that drop-offs are such a positive experience. It's incredibly rewarding to know that he has flourished in our care and that you value our caring, consistent team, healthy meals, and our intimate setting. We're also so pleased that he's enjoying the garden space and our forest school sessions, especially the weekly adventures to Bedelands Nature Reserve - these experiences are so valuable for children's confidence, curiosity, and connection with nature. Thank you for your trust and kind words; they mean a great deal to our whole team. (Name: Hannah Harber Email: hannah.harber@isteplearning.co.uk Position: Family Experience Coordinator)
He's met some friends that he'll continue with into school which is very helpful
I'd throughly recommend the nursery
He's met some friends that he'll continue with into school which is very helpful
I'd throughly recommend the nursery
Thank you for your lovely feedback. I'm so pleased to hear your son settled in well, enjoys his time with the staff, and makes the most of the outdoor area. It's wonderful that he's formed friendships he'll carry with him into school - that continuity can make such a difference. We really appreciate your recommendation and kind words about the nursery.
We have our son at Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery, we are so pleased with the manager and the team, for really turning the nursery around. Our son is happy and thriving. There are many activities and we really love how they foster independence.
We have our son at Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery, we are so pleased with the manager and the team, for really turning the nursery around. Our son is happy and thriving. There are many activities and we really love how they foster independence.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear your son is happy and thriving with us. It means the world to our team to know that our efforts in creating a nurturing and engaging environment are making a difference. Your support and feedback are truly appreciated.
I would highly recommend this nursery. My daughter started here when she was 10 months old and settled really quickly. It's clear from seeing the interactions that she loves the team here and that they really do care about the children. In the 8 months she has been here, there have been several...
The team actively encourages parent input into how best they can help with areas of development for their child with "focus weeks", and the parent app allows us to see photos of what they've been doing in the day. It's clear the staff are invested in the children's development.
The food is freshly cooked, healthy and has a varied menu - my daughter will often have a 2nd portion!
The team organise great activities for the children during the day and also events for parents to join in with as well - allowing the team time to also get to know the parents better.
Thank you so much for your review! We're so pleased to hear how quickly your daughter settled in and how much she enjoys her time with us! It's wonderful to know that you can see the care and dedication our team puts into creating a nurturing environment for every child. We truly appreciate your...
Thank you so much for your review! We're so pleased to hear how quickly your daughter settled in and how much she enjoys her time with us! It's wonderful to know that you can see the care and dedication our team puts into creating a nurturing environment for every child. We truly appreciate your understanding and support during times of change, and we're glad that our open communication has helped along the way. Parent partnerships are so important to us, and we love involving families through focus weeks, events, and our parent app to keep you connected with your little one's journey. It's also great to hear your daughter enjoys our freshly cooked, healthy meals-a second portion is always a good sign! Thank you for your recommendation and for being part of our nursery family!
Both my daughters (3 & 6) have attended Little Explorers and absolutely loved their time there and all the staff. There have been lots of changes over the last year but these have been positive and it is a lovely environment for the children. All the staff are amazing and provide excellent...
Both my daughters (3 & 6) have attended Little Explorers and absolutely loved their time there and all the staff. There have been lots of changes over the last year but these have been positive and it is a lovely environment for the children. All the staff are amazing and provide excellent activities for the children also feeding back to us regularly. They have home cooked food every day and cater for all needs.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's wonderful to hear that your daughters loved their time at Little Explorers. We're so proud of our team and the nurturing environment they create, and it's great to know the recent changes have had such a positive impact. Keeping parents informed and...
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's wonderful to hear that your daughters loved their time at Little Explorers. We're so proud of our team and the nurturing environment they create, and it's great to know the recent changes have had such a positive impact. Keeping parents informed and providing nutritious, home-cooked meals is so important to us, so we're delighted to hear your feedback.
Our two daughters have been in the nursery since they were a year old and they have loved every second of it! The staff are so friendly and caring, really focusing on each child's individual skills and passions. There are regular updates throughout the days and this has been so lovely to keep up...
Our two daughters have been in the nursery since they were a year old and they have loved every second of it! The staff are so friendly and caring, really focusing on each child's individual skills and passions. There are regular updates throughout the days and this has been so lovely to keep up with everything they are doing!
Thank you for your lovely review! It's wonderful to hear your two daughters have loved their time with us at the nursery. We're glad you enjoy the regular updates, it's so important to us to keep you connected to their day! Your kind words mean the world to us, Thank you!
There has been a lot of positive change over the last six months, instigated by new management and led by the...
There has been a lot of positive change over the last six months, instigated by new management and led by the lovely manager and deputy. Indeed all of the staff are lovely, genuinely caring and much adored by the children. My son absolutely devours the meals and everything they make in cooking club. While management and the team come up with endless fun and enlightening activities for the children both inside and outside. Curiosity, kindness and enthusiasm are all thoroughly and thoughtfully encouraged. As parents we are updated with lots of photos, notes about their day and invitations to family events.
The weekly visits from a sports development company to develop skills related to sport, hand/eye, team and fitness also stand out in addition to the schedule and the kids love it.
Thank you for this wonderful review. It's fantastic to hear how happy your children are and how much they enjoy their time with us. We're so pleased the positive changes and thoughtful activities, both inside and outside, have made such a difference. It's great to hear your son loves the meals and...
Thank you for this wonderful review. It's fantastic to hear how happy your children are and how much they enjoy their time with us. We're so pleased the positive changes and thoughtful activities, both inside and outside, have made such a difference. It's great to hear your son loves the meals and cooking club too, it's a definite favourite. We're thrilled that curiosity, kindness and enthusiasm shine through in their experiences and we're glad you enjoy the updates and family events. Thank you for recommending us, it means so much.
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- 31 Jul 2025
We’re proud to share that Little Explorers Janes Lane Day Nursery and Pre-School has been rated Good in our latest Ofsted inspection! This result reflects our commitment to providing high-quality...
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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school
What is the Age Range of Children that Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school accepts?
Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school accepts Children aged from 1 year 6 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school Open?
Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.
How many Children does Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school have capacity for?
Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school has capacity for a total of 25 Children.
How far is Little Explorers - Janes Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school to the centre of Burgess Hill?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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