Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Learning in Chichester
Established in 1991, Chantry House Nursery provides high-quality childcare and early education in Chichester. Our purpose-built facility offers a nurturing, home-from-home environment where children aged 3 months to 5 years develop confidence and curiosity through play-based learning. With three dedicated classrooms and an outdoor learning space, we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum while prioritising individual development through secure key worker relationships.Our team of experienced practitioners delivers tailored care, supported by daily nutritious meals and flexible session options. We maintain strong partnerships with families and adhere to rigorous Ofsted standards, ensuring every child receives personalised attention in a safe, stimulating setting.
Services
Childcare Services
Early Education
Funded Sessions
Outdoor Learning
Meal Provision
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialist early years experience since 1991
- Our outdoor classroom enhances nature-based learning opportunities
- Each child receives dedicated key worker support
- We provide freshly prepared meals catering to all dietary needs
- Flexible session options accommodate working parents' schedules
Services
Pooh Bear Classroom
Specialised care for infants aged 3-24 months in a bright, stimulating environment. Features dedicated sleep facilities and gradual transition support from home to nursery. Experienced staff provide sensory-rich activities to develop foundational skills through play and exploration.
Roo Classroom
Engaging programs for 24-36 month-olds combining structured routines with creative play. Encourages social development through group activities while maintaining individualised attention. Offers uniform option and progressive transition to preschool environment.
Tigger Classroom
School readiness program for 3-5 year-olds focusing on phonics, mathematics and self-regulation skills. Includes yoga, dance and mindfulness activities. Follows structured curriculum while nurturing individual learning styles through targeted adult-led sessions.
People
Kathryn
Principal
Founder and principal of Chantry House Nursery since 1991. Former supply teacher with extensive committee experience in education and social services. Continues to lead daily operations while maintaining active involvement in local childcare policy development.
Questions
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks a year with closure between Christmas Eve and New Year.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we serve freshly prepared nutritious lunches, snacks, and milk daily. Our chef accommodates all dietary requirements and allergies.
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children from 3 months old up to school reception age, with dedicated classrooms for different developmental stages.
Are funded places available?
Yes, we offer government-funded sessions for eligible families. 15 or 30 hour options available across 38 weeks, extended to cover our 51-week operation.
How do you support child development?
We combine structured learning with free play, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Each child has a dedicated key worker for personalised development planning.
Is there outdoor learning space?
Yes, we have a spacious garden with curriculum-linked resources and a dedicated outdoor classroom for nature-based learning experiences.
Reviews (6)
Sheena Huigen
Jul 21, 2021
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I couldnt recommend Chantry House enough all the staff are so kind, they've done everything they can to keep the children safe but still trying to give them some sort of normality during the pandemic. They will literally look after every child like their own. They are all the kindest caring girls and bring out the best in my girls, when I pick them up they are absolutely buzzing and full of beans!
Helen Woodland
Jul 20, 2021
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Fantastic nursery. My son is due to leave to start school after 4 years of attending Chantry House. All the staff have been amazing, so caring, encouraging and supportive of his development, from starting to crawl, walk, to potty training and amazing development in preschool of understanding basic maths, writing and through phonics beginning to… read. My son has been very happy and settled at Chantry House. We have been very comfortable with the interaction, communication and engagement we have had with the nursery. So pleased we chose Chantry House and recommend it to anyone we know who
Abbie Wood
Jul 20, 2021
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The girls at chantry house are amazing, both my children have been going there since they were 9 months old, I’ve never had a tear from either of them when I’ve left and they always have big smiles on their faces when I pick them up. The girls are so helpful and nothing is ever to much trouble. They always do so many lovely activities and outings with the children. I couldn’t recommend a better nursery!
Katie Stubbs
Jul 20, 2021
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The team at Chantry House go above and beyond to ensure that our children are cared for, are safe and are always having a fantastic time! We have been so lucky with all of the lovely staff who have looked after our children and we trust them completely.
Sarah Selina
Jul 20, 2021
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I could not recommend this nursery more highly. The staff are so attentive and knowledgeable, my daughter is so happy to walk in and wave goodbye to me. Communication is excellent, via Tapestry and face to face, I feel like I always know exactly what she has been up to every day. I recommend Chantry House to anyone looking for a nursery.
Zoe Drinkwater
Jul 20, 2021
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My little boy has been going here since January and he loves it! All the staff are amazing with the children, he goes in every morning super excited to be there! Communication between staff and myself has always been great and they’re always really helpful. I’m really glad we chose this nursery and will definitely be sending our next child here too!
