Toddlers Inn Nursery

St Peters Primary School, East Grinstead Road, North Chailey, Lewes BN8 4DB
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Toddlers Inn Nursery School is based in North Chailey, on the site of St Peters Primary school.

Toddlers Inn’s fantastic custom-made building sits in a stunning setting. The beautiful oak tree garden, secret forest school garden, and light, open-plan classrooms are all in the striking hills and playing field grounds of St Peter’s Primary School, North Chailey.

The nursery has childcare places for 0 to 5-year-olds – the space is large but still remains intimate.

In this leafy, vibrant spot, there is no doubt the nursery can provide children with fun-filled days that will awaken the senses and kick-start social skills whilst establishing new, firm friendships.

At Toddlers Inn Nursery School, children have the freedom to explore a natural environment and can develop a sense of wonder about nature. It’s also a place where children learn to cultivate and nurture. In the gardening club, children can grow fruit and veg and eat them for lunch. How lucky!

The team and children are outside as much as possible to keep healthy, but when the children are ready to come back in there is a warm, homely space, a friendly face and a cuddle if wanted to welcome every child.

Pre school children access Forest School everyday, with their large outdoor classroom, two yurts and allotment, the children flourish in the great outdoors. During pet club they are able to learn about chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs and giant African land snails!
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sabrina Watt (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 55

Age Range

  • from 0 years 4 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for prices specific to the age of your child

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • There is a large FREE car park situated opposite the school grounds.

Toddlers Inn Nursery Reviews (88)

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Toddlers Inn Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Toddlers Inn Nursery has 88 reviews.

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Review from Heather S (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Toddles Inn. The staff really care about the kids and are extremely attentive to our little ones' needs if they're having a bad day. Every day she comes out smiling, we know she's had plenty of fun, affection and enrichment. Thank you for the peace of mind, knowing she's
in good hands.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love to provide a caring environment that feels like a home from home!
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Review from Lauren T (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Toddlers Inn are a fantastic nursery. We were apprehensive starting our son so young at 6 months but it could not have gone any better. Toddlers Inn make sure your home routine is followed as much as possible + they can offer our son so much more in activities + trips than what we can. He really enjoys
nursery + its all thanks to Toddlers Inn!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Such a lovely review, so nice to hear how the team have supported you into nursery life, we are all like an extended family.
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Review from R P (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent overall care and attention to our son. The nursery takes our son out for trips to the beach, and have a singer come in to make the day fun. We love the forest school, pictures each day of our son, and the activities he does, including painting and playing outside.
He surprises us with what
he learns each day, and always loves going.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review, it means so much to us to hear such positive feedback
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We're really happy with the support we've received from the nursery, especially their patience with settling our daughter. They've really taken the time to learn about her individual needs, likes and dislikes!
We're happy with the nursery's communication too and feel like we can trust them to keep
her safe and happy.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review KB, its lovely to hear that you are really happy with our service
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Review from N W (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a great experience with Toddlers Inn, they've been lovely and have great communication. Especially love the updates at the end of the day.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review, we enjoy writing the daily summaries too, letting all our lovely parents know what the children have been doing every day
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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in September 2024 and settled in very quickly. She loves her days there, particularly the trips out to the beach or park.
I highly recommend Toddlers Inn.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review, we love all the trips we get to go on too!
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Review from E K (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves Toddlers Inn. She always comes back so happy. She loves all the activities and trips she gets to go on.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, so lovely to hear that she is so happy
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Review from J L (Father of Child) published on 16 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great team, great facilities, Toddlers Inn Nursery always find the kids for activities to do and take photos their fun days.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review, such a lovely comment.
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Review from T K (Grandmother of Child) published on 16 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my grandchildren are happy to be dropped off. The eldest comes out chatty and slightly grubby but keen to relay his adventures from the morning. The youngest (non-verbal) is cuddly and smiley, she waves goodbye and giggles on the way to the car. This is repeated on every visit to the wonderful,
caring, stimulating environment.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, such lovely words to read.
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Review from David M (Grandfather of Child) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter attends Toddlers Inn at Chailey, she loves every minute that she is there, the staff and surroundings are lovely. It has really brought her out of her shell and given her a lot of confidence. I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your review, it's always so lovely to read kind words.
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Review from B J (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves it, she settled in so well with the support from the baby room staff and I love seeing the detailed updates of her day-to-day activities. I'm so pleased with her progress and the bonds she's made too. Would highly recommend to friends and family looking for a nursery.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for submitting a review, its lovely to read your kind words.
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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son skips in happily every morning. I love all the updates - so many great activities.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review, we are very grateful for your positive words.
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Review from H G (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful start to my little girl's nursery journey. Great independent play encouraged and she always comes out smiling!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your very lovely review, such kind words!
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Review from D T (Father of Child) published on 11 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves attending the nursery. The staff are brilliant and caring. They make sure a variety of activities are set up daily. My child cannot wait to tell me what they have done during the day. I can see how much my child has achieved since attending there. I cannot thank the nursery enough!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review D, much appreciated.
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Review from P C (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has very recently joined and we've been incredibly happy with all aspects so far. Small excursions to local fields/local area, friendliness and attentiveness of staff, variety of activities and onsite facilities. In short, our daughter has had a wonderfully joyful start and we couldn't
have asked for more. We are hugely grateful to the staff team and are thrilled to have our daughter at Toddlers Inn for the last year before primary school.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you for your kind review and lovely words, we are so happy she has settled in so well.
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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a wonderful nursery, my daughter settled in so well in the beginning and runs in every morning without a backward glance.
The staff are so friendly and caring. The activities are varied and interesting, lots of fun for the children with really inventive ways for the children to learn key skills.
The trips the children go on are an added bonus. The spaces for each age group are well-designed and furnished for each developmental stage.
The nursery is just such a wonderful, nurturing setting.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review, such lovely words.
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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous nursery.
Lots of very caring staff.
Very interesting activities for the children.
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review. It's very much appreciated.
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Review from S I (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot rate Toddlers Inn highly enough. Friendly caring staff who set up the most amazing activities and learning experiences for the children. They helped my son settle in just before he turned two and his confidence since starting has amazed us. All the animals, trips on the minibus (including the
beach!) are an added bonus too! We are delighted we chose Toddlers Inn!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review, so kind of you.
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Review from P C (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. My child loves coming to nursery. He has made friends and has great experience each day he attends. He learns lots and is excited to tell me about his day. The opportunities that are available are fantastic, he really enjoyed his day at the beach school, all the animals and helping
look after them is great!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review, so kind of you.
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Review from Ben H (Father of Child) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Toddlers Inn! The staff all amazing, always very lovely and supportive. Our little one always looks forward to going in and always comes home with the biggest smile!
Reply from Sabrina Watt, Manager at Toddlers Inn Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we love a big smile in the morning.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Toddlers Inn Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 5.000 for Toddlers Inn Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (360 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 360 Ratings = 5
  2. 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Toddlers Inn Nursery is based on 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 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 55 number of registered child places is 11, which has been reached with 30 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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 (1)

Sabrina

Sabrina Watt

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2013

Sabrina has managed several nurseries over the last 24 years, her experience ensures she leads a wonderful team to provide fantastic awe inspiring early education.
Sabrina believes natural open ended learning will provide the best start for your children.

Frequently Asked Questions about Toddlers Inn Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Toddlers Inn Nursery accepts?

Toddlers Inn Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Toddlers Inn Nursery Open?

Toddlers Inn 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 Toddlers Inn Nursery have capacity for?

Toddlers Inn Nursery has capacity for a total of 55 Children.

How far is Toddlers Inn Nursery to the centre of Lewes?

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

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