About Us

At Cranbrook Nurseries & Pre-Schools, we’ve been caring for children and supporting families since 1983. With settings in Horley, Crawley and Haywards Heath, we are proud to be a trusted part of each local community.

Our welcoming home-from-home environments offer children from three months to five years old the perfect place to play, explore, and learn. Our programmes include a variety of engaging activities both indoors and outdoors, designed to promote physical, educational and emotional development. 

Our nurseries are registered as Forest Schools, providing unique learning opportunities in local woodlands and wilderness gardens.

Growing curious, confident children

Why choose us

Over 40 years of experience

Since 1983, we’ve been proudly supporting families with high-quality childcare and early education

Experienced and dedicated team

Our staff combine advanced training with genuine warmth, building strong relationships with children and families while providing the highest-quality care

A true partnership with parents

We work closely with families, keeping you involved and informed every step of the way – we believe the best outcomes happen when we work together

Our team

We believe that the quality of care and education comes down to the people providing it. Many of our team have been with us for years, and are experienced, dedicated early years professionals who combine advanced training with genuine warmth and care.

Each nursery is led by an experienced Nursery Manager and supported by a Deputy, ensuring strong leadership and continuity of care.

Every nursery has staff trained in paediatric first aid and safeguarding, ensuring children’s safety and wellbeing at all times

Ongoing professional development is central to our ethos, so our team regularly updates their skills in line with the latest guidance and best practice

We support our staff by funding recognised childcare qualifications and additional training, ensuring we maintain a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and motivated team to care for your child