Tarnerland Nursery School
URN: 114350 • Brighton BN2 0GR
Overview
- Name
- Tarnerland Nursery School
- URN
- 114350
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 51.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Collings (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273658100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sussex Street, Brighton BN2 0GR
Summary
Tarnerland Nursery School, located in Brighton, serves children aged 3 months to 5 years and is funded by the Brighton and Hove Local Education Authority. As a maintained nursery school, it adheres to stringent educational standards, which is reflected in its recent outstanding Ofsted report from September 2023. The nursery is known for its commitment to quality early education and care, supported by a team of well-qualified and experienced staff.
The Headteacher brings extensive teaching experience, particularly in inclusion, while the Nursery Manager has a strong background in children's services. This leadership ensures a nurturing environment where children can thrive socially and academically. The nursery is closely linked to the Tarner Family Hub, fostering community engagement and support for families.
With a current enrolment of 92 pupils and a significant percentage (22.80%) eligible for free school meals, Tarnerland Nursery School is dedicated to providing inclusive education. Parents can find further information through the school’s prospectus and website.
The Headteacher brings extensive teaching experience, particularly in inclusion, while the Nursery Manager has a strong background in children's services. This leadership ensures a nurturing environment where children can thrive socially and academically. The nursery is closely linked to the Tarner Family Hub, fostering community engagement and support for families.
With a current enrolment of 92 pupils and a significant percentage (22.80%) eligible for free school meals, Tarnerland Nursery School is dedicated to providing inclusive education. Parents can find further information through the school’s prospectus and website.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Early Years Pupil Premium (governance)
- School Development Plan (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- Meals (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Royal Spa Nursery School (82.7)
- Whitehouse Nursery School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Brighton and Hove
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 92
- Boys
- 50
- Girls
- 42
- FSM %
- 22.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 92 | 50 | 42 | 22.80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 104 | 59 | 45 | 17.50 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 107 | 54 | 53 | 30.80 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 107 | 54 | 53 | 30.80 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 101 | 52 | 49 | 30.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 103 | 47 | 56 | 21.40 |
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