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Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Woodland By East Grinstead Sports, Saint Hill Road, East Grinstead RH19 4JU
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Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead, East Grinstead
Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead, East Grinstead
Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead, East Grinstead

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten is based in woodland at East Grinstead Sports Club. Established in 2018, the children have a fantastic outdoor space to explore & play in. Offering a unique and very different type of early years education, Treehoppers children are able to spend their days in nature building dens, hunting for bugs, climbing, creating, learning to use tools safely and enjoying campfire cooking.

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Funding & Fees

Fee information available on request. We also accept Early Years Funding (15 & 30 hours) including the new 2 year funding.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Neeka Rapley-Hawkins (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 8

Total Places for Children

  • 36

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-16:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-16:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-16:00
  • Thursday 08:00-16:00

When Closed

  • Bank holidays, October Half term, Christmas, February Half term & 2 weeks in August

Parking

  • Parking available in the Sports Club grounds.

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead Reviews (11)

9.6

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.572) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead has 11 reviews.

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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Treehoppers are amazing, with neurodiverse children. They adapt to the child instead of the child needing to adapt. They encourage, support, nuture, and provide such a unique setting. The children love it! They have such unique ways of teaching, structure and can honestly say the staff are so warming and leaving my child/children knowing they are in the best hands having the most fun!

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Oh my goodness, that is so wonderful to read! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review for us, it is hugely appreciated - thanks again

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Review from Chelsie D (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both my children have attented (one still there) Treehoppers. And the progress they have made in so many area's has been amazing to see. The staff are incredibly friendly and built such strong, trusting relationships with the children. The communication is excellant - I really love how parents are kept up to date and involved. The activities are creative, engaging and really thought out. I couldn't be happier with my experience and would highly recommend this forest school to other families.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much Chelsie for leaving us this great review! It's always lovely for us all to read things like this and get such great feedback. Thanks so much

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Review from Holly F (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Treehoppers changed my son's life. Before Treehoppers my son would hysterically cry going to nursery (indoor setting). At Treehoppers the outdoor setting is breath taking, the staff are kind, patient and understanding. The staff are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. You'll watch your children run into camp and not look back. I'll be forever grateful.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Wow, thank you Holly for leaving us such a wonderful review. So lovely to read and hugely appreciated. Thanks again.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son goes to this forest school and I can't fault any of the teachers they are so kind and calm with the children. They have also been really supportive and kind to me and helped me a lot with my son's behaviour and speech. The teachers have really got to know my son and have put things in place to best support him when he's having difficulties. Thank you to all the staff at treehoppers. We have been here since April 2025.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thanks so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review, we all really appreciate it.

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Review from Lauren Z (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has just left this setting after two years of fun filled, adventure packed days. They staff are fantastic with the children and so attentive. I have no regrets sending my child here, one of the best decisions I made. He grew in confidence and Independence and made some wonderful friendships. Absolutely thrived. The outdoors calms them but I turn let's them get all their energy out. Cooking round the campfire, woodwork, sawing, nature walks, bug hunts and more. I highly recommend visiting a stay and play session. It's where children should be.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much Lauren for your lovely review! So good to hear he had such a great time at Treehoppers and we all really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and passing on your experiences to future parents. Thanks again.

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Review from Molly T (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend Treehoppers highly enough - the camps are so lovely and well equipped, the staff are professional, kind and supportive and my daughters days are full of fun, adventure, incredible activities and excitement, while growing and learning so much too! After a terrible first experience of another early years setting, Treehoppers has restored my faith and I am so grateful. An amazing place where kids can be kids - if you are considering a forest school setting, there isn't a better one - thank you.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We really appreciate it and are so glad you have had such a great experience with us. Thanks again

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Review from Abi L (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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Treehoppers is the most wonderful start for young children in their experience of the world outside of home.
The staff go above and beyond to understand each child individually. My Son is extremely high energy and they have found so many ways to support him in being active in positive and meaningful ways and he has progressed so much in the year he has been there!
I love that nature is incorporated into everything they do!
There are daily updates with photos via a secure website and it is so lovely to have a glimpse of what my child is doing.
I can't recommend it enough and suggest visiting on one of their stay and play sessions because I have no doubt you will fall in love with the magic of forest school like I did.

Oh and the additional hours for early starts and later pick ups are a God send for working parents too!

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you for such a lovely review! We really appreciate you taking the time to do this and it's so lovely to hear what a positive experience Treehoppers has been

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Review from Heidi B (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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We really love Treehoppers for our son! The wonderful staff have done wonders to get our somewhat shy boy out of his shell and he is so positive about the setting and the lovely staff!

It's a beautiful setting with a nice mix of fun and calm. So happy he had a chance to spend time there and we are grateful how much confidence he has been able to gain there!

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! So glad you have had such a positive experience at Treehoppers, thanks again.

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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Words cannot express how incredibly impressed I am with Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten. My child's experience here has been nothing short of extraordinary. The team's dedication is unparalleled; they go above and beyond to ensure a seamless transition into the nursery setting, providing unwavering support to both parents and children alike. Rain, snow or shine, my child eagerly runs into camp every morning and each day returns home brimming with joy and fulfilment. Treehoppers Kindergarten has truly set the standard for excellence in early childhood education.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave one for us and for sharing your experiences.

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Review from Heather B (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My child has attended Treehoppers for a year and a half. He has a great time there and is always excited to attend. The staff are great - very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about child development. I thoroughly recommend it!

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much, Heather! We really appreciate parent feedback and it is great to hear that you are so happy with Treehoppers. Thanks again.

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Review from Isabella F (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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All round good experience. A lovely friendly setting, well organised with good communication. Excellent updates after each day on the online tapestry platform. Kind staff and fun atmosphere and activities. Allowing the children to be themselves and experience freedom. A great protected outdoor space and enclosure with a yurt. Perhaps more attention to nature crafts in Resources.

But minor points. Highly recommend this lovely setting. Thank you all.

Reply from Suzanne Mark, Owner at Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review - we really appreciate it. So glad to hear you had such a positive experience!

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Meet the Team (7)

Neeka Rapley-Hawkins Job Title: Manager & Senco Joined: 2019
Neeka Rapley-Hawkins

Neeka joined Treehoppers in 2019, having worked for many years as both a childminder and a support worker for adults with additional needs. She has a Level 3 in Early Years, is a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader and has also completed ongoing additional training in her role as Senco.

Leane Bryant-Mace Job Title: Lead Practitioner (under 3's) Joined: 2021
Leane Bryant-Mace

Leane is Treehoppers Deputy Manager and also leads our younger children's camp: Robins. She has a Level 5 qualification in Early years and many years of experience working in nursery & pre-school settings. Since joining us she has also completed her Level 2 in Forest School.

Lottie Alderson Job Title: Lead Practitioner Joined: 2022
Lottie Alderson

Lottie joined the Treehoppers team in 2022, after moving back to the UK. She has a Steiner Early Years qualification and a background working in nurseries here and abroad. Since joining the team she has completed her Level 3 Forest School qualification and leads our Oak camp, for the children aged over 3.

Hannah Ridgers Job Title: Forest Kindergarten Lead Practitioner Joined: 2021
Hannah Ridgers
Hannah is our Lead Practitioner and first joined the team in 2021. She has a Level 3 Early Years qualification and has also gained her Level 2 award in Forest School.

She has experience with working with both the younger & older children at Treehoppers, & has also spent time helping at our Haywards Heath site & holiday club.

Harriet Scott Job Title: Forest Kindergarten Practitioner Joined: 2020
Harriet Scott

Harri works with our older children in Oak camp and is a qualified primary school teacher.

Neil Trotter Job Title: Forest Kindergarten Practitioner Joined: 2019
Neil Trotter

Neil works with our younger children in Robins camp. He joined us initially as a Forest School Leader (as he is Level 3 qualified) and has then gone on to complete his Level 3 apprenticeship in Early Years.

Ulla Krause-Price Job Title: Forest Kindergarten Practitioner Joined: 2022
Ulla Krause-Price

Ulla joined the team in 2022 and is now working with our younger children in Robins camp.

Frequently Asked Questions about Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead

What is the Age Range of Children that Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead accepts?

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead Open?

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead is open: Monday 08:00-16:00, Tuesday 08:00-16:00, Wednesday 08:00-16:00, Thursday 08:00-16:00.

How many Children does Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead have capacity for?

Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead has capacity for a total of 36 Children.

How far is Treehoppers Forest Kindergarten, East Grinstead to the centre of East Grinstead?

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

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