Overview
Bloomsbury on the Beach is a distinctive preschool-setting operated by Hove Village, located at Units 1-4, 300 Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1BX.
It opened in Summer 2023 as a “beach-front” extension of the Bloomsbury Street nursery, designed specifically for older toddlers and pre-school children and emphasising outdoor-learning in a coastal setting.
The focus is on “Beach School” ethos: combining the early years curriculum with rich outdoor, nature and seaside experiences.
Key Features & Details
Age Range & Places
- The nursery is open Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm for full-day care.
- We have 36 places.
Facilities & Learning Environment
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Beach-front location: Being right on Madeira Drive by the sea gives excellent opportunities for outdoor and nature-based play: the setting is described as “Brighton’s only beach nursery”.
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Emphasis on outdoor learning, sustainability and positive environmental impact.
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Creative and active provision: Activities include “Beach School and yoga sessions”, lots of fresh air and outdoor play.
Meals & Nutrition
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We provide freshly prepared food (breakfast, lunch, tea, snacks) daily.
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Our fees include all meals, snacks, nappies, formula, early starts and late finishes are included in the full-day fees/extras model.
Staff, Accreditation & Reviews
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Our parent reviews are strongly positive, citing happy children, good development in social/language skills, and strong communication. See daynurseries.co.uk.
Some of our reviews:
For example a recent review says:
“Exceptional nursery … the location is fantastic … plenty of time spent on the beach right next door.” daynurseries.co.uk
Another says:
“Loads of fresh air and outdoor play daily, which is something we really value.”
Admissions & Contact
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To enquire or book a visit, click here.
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Phone: 01273 358 589.
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Address: Units 1-4, 300 Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1BX.
Why do we stand out?
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Unique location: Few nurseries offer a genuine seaside‐front setting for early years in the Brighton & Hove area.
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Strong outdoor and nature learning: The beach school ethos means children will spend significant time outside, exploring the coast, which supports physical development, curiosity and connection to nature.
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Inclusive full-day model: Meals, snacks, creative classes, and outdoor trips are included, making this more than just a childcare provision—it has a richer curriculum feel.
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High parent satisfaction: Reviews emphasise both enjoyment of children and the quality of staff, offering confidence in day-to-day care.
Considerations / What to Ask
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Visit in person to see how our rooms are organised for different age groups.
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Confirm current fees and how free early years funding (15 h or 30 h) is applied. You can find our fees here.
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Check the latest Ofsted report to see any recent inspection findings or areas for improvement.
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Explore the settling-in process and how we support transitions for new children or moving rooms.
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If you have a child with additional needs or allergies, discuss how tailored support is provided.
