Battle Abbey Nursery

The Mulberry, 40 Hastings Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2NH
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  • Battle Abbey Nursery, Bexhill-on-Sea
Happy children thrive in this welcoming, stimulating and caring environment. They strive to meet the individual needs of every child and their friendly, experienced and highly qualified staff work closely in partnership with parents to ensure the children enjoy and achieve the best outcomes from their time at Battle Abbey Nursery.

Children may join them from the age of three months and quickly settle in this welcoming, fun and well-resourced home of Early Years; The Mulberry.

The Oaks and Reception classes enjoy a weekly Forest School session led by the qualified Forest School Leader to encourage a love of nature through opportunities to explore, investigate and play in a safe and secure environment.

The Oaks class transition to the Reception class is considered to be “seamless” as the children already feel part of the Battle Abbey School family and the focus is on ensuring their Early Years Foundation Stage learning, confidence and skills to provide the best springboard into school.

Battle Abbey School Nursery is an integral part of Battle Abbey School and enjoys the full range of their fantastic facilities which includes a wide variety of outdoor space for extensive learning and play opportunities, risk-taking and exploration in a safe and supportive environment.

The Prep school playing field is used for nature walks, outdoor games and their summer sports day. The Senior school welcomes children for the annual whole school photo, family days and other opportunities to explore this lovely historic site.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Battle Abbey School
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in Charge

  • Jackie Richards (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Registered Charity Number

  • 306998

Total Places for Children

  • 44

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 0 months

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

Battle Abbey Nursery Reviews (15)

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Review from James D (Father of Child) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have put both our children through Battle Abbey Nursery and really couldn't fault the level of service, care and attention our children and family have received during our time with them. The online Tapestry service is a wonderful window into their world at the Nursery and all contact we have had
with our Key workers have proved to us that they really understood our children and what made them tick. We couldn't be happy with the service we have had and it will be a sad time when we finally say goodbye to the Nursery this September.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is a safe, well-equipped and organised place with a diverse range of activities. The handovers and general communication are detailed. I feel connected to my child’s learning and fun through daily meetings and tapestry. The nursery team have appeared kind and very caring and understanding of her
character, interests, abilities and needs, especially over time.
Another important aspect is that my child is always happy to arrive and be in the nursery company, watching her and following her signs is key to this. This speaks volumes.
She is still very young but I hope that in this supportive, caring and encouraging and opportune environment she will continue to flourish and happily build her character.
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Review from David A (Father of Child) published on 26 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at the nursery since January. It’s the first social environment he’s been in and he struggled a bit at the beginning. The nursery team have been exceptional in supporting him and encouraging him to grow. His confidence has grown and he loves nursery days! He’s also quite excited at
pickup times as well so we know he’s had a great day. I would highly recommend the Mulberry to anyone!
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery, very clean and the staff are lovely. Both my children have been/going and I couldn’t ask for better care. They come home saying how much fun they have, fed well and happy. I would recommend the nursery to everyone.
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Review from Louise H (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended the nursery for two years now (since he was 10 months old). He loves going to nursery and has really strong bonds with both his teachers and friends and loves talking about the nursery. We are so pleased and would not hesitate to recommend the nursery to friends and family. Our son’s
speech and general learning is going so well and we attribute a big part of that to his time at nursery.
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Review from James C (Father of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our small ones attend Battle Abbey Nursery and we have had a really positive experience from the staff and facilities. It is a great nursery and our boys regularly run in without a backward glance.
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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with how our child has been welcomed into nursery. The staff have a great relationship with the children and always care for their needs. Our son took a while to settle but staff were patient and understanding and spent time with him, sharing books every morning to make him feel
happier. He always goes into nursery with a smile and happily talks about his day at home. The communication from key workers at the end of the sessions is lovely, always have time to chat about the child's day. Tapestry is updated regularly and it is lovely to see the children doing different activities in their sessions. We are very pleased with how the nursery is run and how children are looked after, it has been lovely to see our son gain more confidence with groups of children and other adults.
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Review from Hannah E (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Battle Abbey Nursery for just over a year in the baby room (he has just turned 2) and has been thriving! The staff are wonderful - caring, friendly, knowledgeable and so attentive to your little one's needs. As first time parents we were worried about finding the right childcare
setting, (not to mention during the pandemic - Summer 2021), but we had the most amazing welcome and settling in sessions with the team and we just knew it was the right place for him. He has come on leaps and bounds with his confidence, walking and speech and has a great bond with the staff. The play areas and space including the field are such lovely areas for the children to enjoy too as well as the delicious fresh meals. I would thoroughly recommend the nursery to anyone and feel very lucky and grateful to have found such a wonderful, safe place for my son to learn and grow.
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Review from Charles G (Father of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Battle Abbey Nursery for a little over 4 months, starting when she was 16 months old and the Nursery is quite simply incredible. She took about two visits to get used to us not being with her and on about the 5th visit (she attends for 4 half days a week) she literally leapt
out of my arms (I almost dropped her!) as she was so desperate to get inside! Now, when we're up to 100 yards from the door and she realises where she's going, her face lights up no matter how grumpy she has been all morning. I genuinely think the most disappointing part of her day is leaving! The staff at the Nursery always take time to give me a rundown of how she has been that day and what she has eaten so I can see how she's progressing and that, together with the regular updates and pictures on Tapestry (their in house system to which all parents are given a login) makes it a really great experience for parent and child alike. I would highly recommend the Nursery to anyone.
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff who are very caring and brilliant with children. They give great communication on how my daughter's day has gone and are very knowledgeable on child development. Facilities are fantastic and they have lots of opportunities such as ballet and watching caterpillars transform into butterflies
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Review from Maddie C (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Battle Abbey Nursery since he was 10 months old. As a first time working mum, I was incredibly nervous about putting my baby into childcare but the team in the baby room were incredible. They truly got to know my son and stopped at nothing to help him progress and settle in. He has
now moved up to the age 2+ room and has come on leaps and bounds in the caring, fun and engaging atmosphere that Battle Abbey provides. What I love about this nursery is how flexible and truly committed the staff are to working with your child and their personality - there is no 'one size fits all' approach. I wouldn't dream of sending him anywhere else and every day that I pick him up, he's had home-cooked, healthy meals and had fun taking part in a range of activities and usually picked up a new word or two.
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Review from Amy J (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I really struggled to find a nursery that ticked all the boxes but the team and facilities at Battle Abbey Nursery are exactly what I've been looking for. I have no worries when dropping my son off at nursery - I feel he is safe, having fun, learning new things every day and it is great that he looks
forward to his nursery days. I am very grateful to the team for the care they provide for my son.
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Review from Bethan W (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, my son is happy to go in every morning and the teachers are so caring. Amazing new building and beautiful outside area.
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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Battle Abbey Nursery, Bexhill and both have had the most amazing experience. The level of care is exceptional, the staff know how to nuture the children to get the very best out of them. They get to experience such a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities including
forest school, which is amazing. A hot two course lunch is provided, as well as healthy snacks. I couldn't recommend this nursery more highly.
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Review from Vicky E (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to Battle Abbey Nursery for the past two years and they have been excellent. Her progress has been incredible and she has learnt so much. The support from the staff has been fantastic and I am sad that she will be finishing soon.
I would 100% recommend the nursery to friends
and family.
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Meet the Team (8)

Amy

Amy Lee

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2008

I am the deputy manager and the room leader for the pre-school Oaks room. I joined the Battle Abbey Family in 2008 where I have worked in both the younger ‘Acorns’ room and I’m currently with the 3-4-year-olds. What I love most about my job is being fortunate enough to watch the children develop, grow and flourish from Nursery age all the way through to 6th Form at the Senior School. In my spare time, I enjoy walking, catching up with friends and family as well as volunteering for local charities.

Samantha

Samantha Payton

Job Title: Nursery Administrator Joined: 2019

I was born in Portsmouth and moved to Eastbourne when I was four. I then attended a local primary school, followed by Battle Abbey Senior School. I absolutely loved it and still reminisce about my time there even now. I then began studying a 2-year Horse Management course at Plumpton College. My love of horses continues and I try to get down to my local stables as much as I can. My work life started at Marks and Spencer Eastbourne as a Christmas temp which lasted for 7 years!! I began working at Battle Abbey Nursery in April 2019 as an Admin Assistant and it is so lovely to be a part of the Battle Abbey family again!!

Chloe

Chloe Field

Job Title: Acorns Room Joined: 2015

I was born and raised in Bexhill and I am married with two sons, who both attend Battle Abbey School. Originally I trained as a beautician and was a manager at Virgin for over ten years. After becoming a parent and realising the importance of the Early Years Foundation Stage I gained my Level 2 qualification and I’m currently working towards my Level 3. I have worked at Battle Abbey Nursery since 2016.

Amanda

Amanda Hamblin

Job Title: Saplings Room Joined: 2018

I live in Bexhill with my husband and my two sons. My youngest son came to Battle Abbey Nursery and thoroughly enjoyed his time there. We both really loved Battle Abbey Nursery so when a position came available to work at the nursery I jumped at the chance!.


Over the past few years, I have worked with the council organising baby groups for local families to enjoy and I also worked in a nursery in Hastings.


I'm currently working in the baby room which I enjoy and find very rewarding.


In my spare time, I love to be with my family. We enjoy walks and adventures together. I'm trying to get better at gardening. I'm hoping to develop a small veg patch this year.

Vicki

Vicki Hewson

Job Title: Saplings Room Joined: 2019

I began studying Early Years in 2011, completing an Apprenticeship in Childcare and Education and qualifying as a Level 3 in 2012.


I moved to Bexhill in 2019 from Surrey and feel that I am well settled, especially being so close to the beach. I like to socialise with my friends and family, read books and go on nice long sunny walks.


I am very happy to be a part of the Battle Abbey Nursery team and doing what I do best - helping children to thrive, develop and progress through play.

Inez

Inez Laycock

Job Title: Acorns Room Joined: 2016

I started in my childcare profession in 1987 when my son was little so it's safe to say I have a wealth of experience and knowledge. My roles have included childminding, creche assistant, and Nursery practitioner and my last post before joining Battle Abbey Nursery were at a small private nursery in Bexhill where I stayed for 16yrs and 11yrs as a room leader.


I have gained many qualifications during this time including City and guilds caring for children 0-7, NCFE and NVQ 3.


I feel so privileged to be able to work with children, I love to listen to their stories and what they have to say. Every day is different and always guaranteed to be full of fun.


I live in Battle with my husband, we both like to socialise, cook, and spend time in our Spanish holiday home

Courtney

Courtney Short

Job Title: Little Squirrels Room Joined: 2019

I began my placement experience as a college student and was quickly offered an apprenticeship at the setting where I progressed on gaining my Level 2 and Level 3 in Childcare. As I have always lived in Bexhill with my family, I was aware of the excellent reputation Battle Abbey School holds so when a position arose for Battle Abbey Nursery, I was eager to apply for a position. I particularly love the layout of the setting which is spacious, bright, and full of exciting activities and opportunities for the children to thrive and develop.

Rachel

Rachel Weston

Job Title: Little Squirrels Room Joined: 2018

I have been working with children and young people for the past twenty-eight years. I qualified in 1997 with Early Years Childcare and Development. I then took some time out to bring up my own children. As my children started playgroup I had the chance to help run the toddler group and then in 2005, I joined the staff team at the playgroup. I have been in my Early Years ever since and have a variety of experiences with additional needs. In October 2018, I joined Battle Abbey Nursery and I am currently enjoying working with the babies in the Little Squirrels room.

Frequently Asked Questions about Battle Abbey Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Battle Abbey Nursery accepts?

Battle Abbey Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Battle Abbey Nursery Open?

Battle Abbey Nursery is open: 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.

How many Children does Battle Abbey Nursery have capacity for?

Battle Abbey Nursery has capacity for a total of 44 Children.

How far is Battle Abbey Nursery to the centre of Bexhill-on-Sea?

0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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