Nursery schools in Croydon

“My sons have attend the nursery one is shy and the other very lively and not so shy! The nursery has been really good in teaching and using creativity. My son is always bring home drawings and creations and loves seeing them at home. He really loved a counting book that nursery made that he brought home. Really helped with his counting. Staff are friendly and responsive to parents questions.”

“This nursery is the best by far. My little girl has been attending Little Elms, Shirley for almost 5 months and she has such a great time. The staff are very caring and affectionate towards my little girl needs!”

“I've been a member of Croydon SoG since the age of 3. Now 30 years on, I am now a coach at the club and am one of the longest serving members. In a nutshell I've learnt so much from our Head Coach Jackie Lewis from being a gymnast to becoming a coach. She has mentored me all through my coaching qualifications and I'm still learning! I have a disability (Asperger's and Dyspraxia) so for me learning takes a lot longer but I have always felt included and gymnastics has given me so many opportunities I would otherwise never have had if it wasn't for the club and Jackie. From the first day Jackie entered me into my first competition, I was hooked. I eventually earned my place on the Disabilities National Squad which I was part of for over a decade and represented the club at national and international events. I became a British Champion in 2005 and became overall World Silver Medalist Silver with 2 apparatus golds at the Special Olympics World Games in Athens in 2011. The club is a great place for gymnasts and coaches and has a real family feel. Its open to everyone young or old and caters for all levels including children with disabilities and has a class for adults too. I highly recommend the club to anyone who wants to give their child a an opportunity to take part and perhaps go on to become a competitor in this wonderful sport. Gymnastics sets you up for life, physically, mentally and teaches you life skills as well.”

“Our daughter has been attending Early Learners for 15 months now and we love the nursery. When I first went to have a look around the nursery, I immediately warmed to the staff and the environment. All the staff are lovely, friendly and caring and seem to enjoy being there too. We also love the fact that it's not a huge nursery and as a result each child is treated as an individual. The nursery definitely deserves its Ofsted rating of outstanding and we're sending our younger daughter there in January. I would definitely recommend the nursery.”

“Best nursery ever! I had a very bad experience with the first nursery my son went to, when we arrived at gingerbread within the first week my son loved it!!!! It was so nice to leave him in the morning smiling and sure he will have a good time! The staff is amazing and very friendly. Kids have so many toys to play with and all the activities are fun. I will definitely recommend gingerbread! Thank you for everything ❤️”

“We are absolutely thrilled with our son's experience since starting at Little Apples Nursery School last June. The staff team is truly amazing (special shout out to Georgia and Sarah), and their dedication to nurturing children is evident. Their structured approach to learning is exemplary, with clear objectives that guide each child's development. We've witnessed firsthand how they gently guide him towards these goals, fostering his growth and understanding every step of the way. Moreover, the communication between the staff and us as parents is outstanding. They utilise an app that keeps us updated on our son's activities, progress, and even provides insights into his daily experiences. Additionally, their commitment to regular one-on-one feedback sessions through parents evenings ensures that we are always informed and involved. Overall, we couldn't be more pleased with Little Apples Nursery School. It's truly a place where our son is not only learning but thriving.”

“Two of my children attend here one in baby room and one in pre-school and I have had no issues, I am really happy with the care given to my children and the communication I receive. Both my children love the staff, are well-settled and looked after. I have a very good relationship with the managers who always accomodate my requests. I am pleased with this nursery and would recommend it to others :)”

“We have been so pleased with this nursery. Our son started in Explorers 5 months ago and all staff have been so kind and caring towards him. We get regular updates on his progress and he experiences fun and engaging activities every day. It’s made the transition to returning to work much easier knowing he’s in such good hands.”

“Amazing nursery, my daughter loves attending! I was nervous for my daughter to attend nursery as she has only been cared for by family and is quite attached to us. Despite this, she has not cried once during handover, even during her settling in period, which i can only put down to the care given by her key person and other staff at the nursery. The nursery is clean, with modern toys and the staff have excellent attention to detail (cute shower caps for the children to wear while playing in the sandpit!). My daughter loves attending and I am excited for her to keep interacting with other children and participate in the activities organised for the February calendar. There isn't a screen/TV in the room my daughter is in, which I liked. My daughter can be a fussy eater but has eaten most of the meals provided, which the nursery updates me on using their app. I'm excited to see my daughter progress while attending Leapfrog.”

“THANK YOU, Olive tree nursery for giving us the opportunity to have a fantastic time for my children. Staff and management Accomodate needs for the best of children when they are not settling, getting to know them well and communicating concerns to parents for early intervention, as well as encouraging them eating and becoming Independent and ready for school. My children still remember their nursery and share good memories with lots of artwork and activities they did every week.”

“Best nursery, the support is amazing and they truly care for your child, my son will miss them when he leaves to start reception, special shout out to Kyle!!!”

“We cannot fault anything about this nursery. The members of staff are wonderful and have really gotten to know our little boy. They communicate with us every evening at pick up and tell us everything about his day, what they've done, what he has eaten, how much he has slept, his mood and his progress. We cannot believe how much he has come on since joining this nursery in September after stalling in his development at another place. The food offered is varied and my little boys eating has really improved too. The facilities are great and the children spend lots of time outside and even have PE classes. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone!”

“My son is going there. Very professional place”

“My experience when coming to the nursery is excellent as they make my daughter excited to come to nursery. She has become a bubbly, excited little girl. She loves the staff who work here. They are very professional and always friendly. Always happy to answer any questions or queries.”

“A wonderful little nursery with the most amazing staff. Both my kids attend here and they are looked after really well. My 3 year old always talks about the staff and is eager to go in the mornings. My baby settled so well into the baby room, I was so pleased. The manager is absolutely lovely. I feel like I always have so many requests but she's always so accommodating and has never complained :)”

“The cheapest in the area. They didn't use to have free spaces when i had my first child but i catched a space for my second child. My 2 years old dosen't seem to go by pleasure in the morning but he is happy when i take him and also comes home with nursery rymes and new words. X”

“This is the second nursery we have tried in this area. It is far and away the best. The teachers are dedicated professionals (most are also Montessori trained in addition to EYFS training) who are obviously enjoying their work with children, and who are committed to Lemon Tree in the long term. In other words, unlike the other nursery we tried which had huge problems with staff turnover, the teachers at Lemon Tree know us, we know all of them, and most importantly they and the children know each other. Every week my partner and I talk about how relieved we are that our son is at Lemon Tree, and how confident we feel in the care and attention he is receiving there. They also have an enormous outdoor play area with real grass and trees, not just a carpark covered in astroturf. The children are given many opportunities for outside play and they integrate natural learning with their Montessori curriculum. I would recommend this place without qualification.”

“My son loves it here - so much that he now tells me “no go home, stay forest school”. The staff are extremely motivated to give each child the best learning and play experiences, and they are also very caring. They teach respect and emotional resilience incredibly well. Activities include walks looking for forest treasures, bug hunts, mud play, rolling down grassy (or muddy!) slopes, crafts, woodwork, campfire singing, games, cosy story-times under canvas, and picnics.”

“Little Whits is a great nursery, welcoming staff, there is lots of space for kids to play around and by having all kids together there is lots of bonding across different ages and a sense of one big family. I saw kids engaging nicely with each other, my little one made friends and loved going there. Large variety of toys. The team is fantastic, Laura and Michelle have been outstanding in accommodating our requests, very nurturing and particularly maternal. I really valued the freedom and flexibility of the staff in looking after the kids with so much love and passion.”

“Very good staff. My daughter is happy every time I pick her up. I like that her key worker provides me with feedback about how my daughter's day was. satisfied with this nursery”

“The staff here are wonderful. My little boy has loved every moment of being here.”

“I am pleased to express my appreciation for the outstanding care and support provided by Kinderland in South Croydon. The entire team have created a nurturing and stimulating environment for my daughter and I am delighted with her progress. They have outstanding resources and their outdoor space is amazing too. The staff members are genuinely passionate about the well-being and development of each child. The activities and learning opportunities are thoughtfully planned and executed, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. The constant feedback which is supported by photos is fantastic and allows you to track progress real-time. I have seen my daughters confidence, social skills, and knowledge flourish during her time at the nursery. The open communication and warm, welcoming atmosphere has always made me feel valued as a parent. I am very happy with Kinderland Day nursery and I would highly recommend it.”

“I have been working at Purley Oaks for over 10 years now as a class teacher , both in Year One and Reception. I can honestly say that I love it here. Everyone is so kind and welcoming . We all help each other out no matter what year group we are in or what job role we have - we are a great team! I was advised when I was an NQT to keep moving to different schools but I really don’t want to be anywhere else! In Reception we are a fantastic team and work very closely together. We have such fun and it is amazing to see the children progress throughout the year. I feel that in Early Years we give children a great start to their learning careers!”

“Amazing nursery, extremely well run, great communications, very professional and friendly staff. Our daughter is in the baby room and the key workers in there have been absolutely fantastic. She has so much fun every day and such varied activities. Great food too and she enjoys that but very much. They keep you updated via an app so you really do feel connected to their day”

“Send my daughter here and this is her second nursery. Very very happy with all the team here. My daughter’s key worker is amazing and genuinely makes us feel our daughter is properly cared for. We stayed for a little bit one afternoon for a Father’s Day stay and play and you could see the bond that they had made. It was heartwarming to see. If we had another baby we wouldn’t hesitate to send them here. Thank you to all the staff for all the amazing work you do!”

“I am pleased to have found Bussy Bees. All the staff is extremely professional and is clear that they love working with kids. I leave my year old baby without any worries and she loves going to the nursery, her opinion is the one that matters and she gets really excited as soon as she sees the nursery sign.”

“Lovely school. Kids come back with a smile on their face. My son enjoys his football club and multisports club. They are attentive to children and have lots of fun activities every day.”

“My kids have been attending Little Learners South Croydon over the last 6 years and I can only say positive things about them. Staff are lovely, we get regular updates of their development and they've always been accommodating when needing to adjust attending hours. Highly recommend.”