Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Brighton
Young Sussex has been dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and early years education since 1989. As a family-run business with three nurseries in Brighton, Hove, and Shoreham, we combine over three decades of experience with a commitment to nurturing children's development in a safe, stimulating environment. Our team of highly qualified staff, including Early Years Teachers and SENCOs, ensures each child receives tailored care and educational support. We exceed statutory staff-to-child ratios, prioritising individual attention and continuity of care. Our nurseries offer flexible hours, funded sessions for eligible children, and tax-free childcare options to accommodate modern family needs.Through ongoing staff training and professional development, we maintain industry-leading standards while fostering a supportive workplace culture. Our approach integrates child-led play with structured learning activities, adapting daily routines to meet children's evolving interests and requirements. With a focus on transparency and parental engagement, we provide regular progress updates through our ParentZone system. Recognised for excellence in childcare, we were named among the UK's top 20 nurseries in the Small Groups category. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures children develop essential life skills while enjoying their formative years in a nurturing environment.
Services
Childcare Services
Funded Sessions
SEN Support
Staff Training
Apprenticeships
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years' experience in early years education
- Staff exceed national qualification requirements
- Flexible 7am-7pm operating hours
- Tax-Free Childcare provider saving 2000/year
- Low staff turnover ensuring continuity of care
Services
Childcare Services
Our comprehensive childcare provision caters to children aged 9 months to 5 years across three purpose-built nurseries. Each setting offers age-appropriate environments with dedicated room leaders and specialist staff. Our curriculum combines structured learning with free play, focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and social development while maintaining a strong emphasis on safety and emotional wellbeing.
Funded Sessions
We provide government-funded childcare sessions for eligible children aged 2, 3, and 4 years. These sessions offer 15 or 30 hours weekly care, delivered by qualified early years professionals. Our flexible booking system allows parents to schedule sessions that fit their working arrangements while maintaining continuity of care.
SEN Support
Our dedicated SENCOs provide tailored support for children with special educational needs or disabilities. Through individual assessments and collaboration with external agencies, we create personalised development plans. Our inclusive approach ensures all children access appropriate learning opportunities while receiving necessary specialist interventions.
Staff Training
We maintain high staff competency through comprehensive training programmes covering paediatric first aid, child protection, and early years education. Regular in-house sessions and external courses ensure our team stays current with best practices. Qualified staff receive ongoing mentoring to enhance their expertise in child development and educational methodologies.
Apprenticeships
Our structured apprenticeship programme offers career development opportunities for aspiring childcare professionals. Selected trainees receive hands-on experience across all nursery settings while working towards formal qualifications. Many apprentices transition to full-time roles, contributing to our low staff turnover and maintaining consistent care standards for children.
People
Daniela Rae
Nursery Manager
Experienced early years professional managing Brighton nursery operations. Holds Level 5 childcare qualification with specialist expertise in child development and nursery management. Leads team of qualified practitioners to deliver exceptional care standards.
Meg Adams
Nursery Manager
Hove nursery manager with extensive experience in early childhood education. Oversees daily operations and staff development. Implements innovative teaching methods while maintaining compliance with Ofsted standards and safeguarding requirements.
Sarah Burt
Nursery Manager
Shoreham nursery manager responsible for delivering high-quality childcare services. Coordinates SEN support provision and staff training programmes. Maintains strong community links while ensuring consistent application of educational best practices.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare for children aged 9 months to 5 years across our three nursery settings.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, all three nurseries are Ofsted-registered with unique URN numbers displayed on our website.
Do you offer flexible childcare options?
Our 7am-7pm operating hours accommodate working parents, with session swaps available during absences.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All managers hold Level 4/5 qualifications, with 80% of care staff qualified to Level 3 standards.
Can I access government-funded childcare?
Eligible families can claim 15 or 30 hours of funded sessions weekly for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds.
How do you support children with special needs?
Each nursery has a dedicated SENCO providing tailored support plans in collaboration with parents and external specialists.
Reviews (1)
Eva Day
Jun 27, 2019
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Weve recently moved to Brighton and our two children have been attending Young Sussex Nursery on Dyke Road since. The nursery made us all feel very welcome and provided the children with a wonderful, caring and stable environment during the move. The staff are all incredibly knowledgable and passionate about providing excellent care for the children. They also offer wonderful advice and support to parents. We cant praise the nursery highly enough and we will be forever grateful to them for all their kindness and warmth in our childrens precious first years.
