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Birdhurst Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2023)
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4.6(8 parent reviews) ·40 South Park Hill Road, SOUTH CROYDON, CR2 7DU · Croydon
Number of places
56 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2023
Local authority
Croydon

About this day nursery

Birdhurst Day Nursery, operated by the Christian Family Concern charity since 1998, welcomes children aged 3 months to 5 years, embracing families from all backgrounds with a commitment to nurturing each child's full potential from their very first days. Initially established in a building that served as a children's home, the nursery embodies a rich history of childcare within a not-for-profit framework.

Emphasizing the importance of play as a fundamental learning tool, Birdhurst fosters an environment where children can explore, discover, and grow. The nursery prides itself on offering a warm, inclusive atmosphere and is dedicated to providing high standards of care and nutrition, alongside a variety of enriching extra-curricular activities designed to enhance the learning experience.

Our ethos

Birdhurst Day Nursery emphasizes the importance of play as a fundamental learning tool, fostering an environment where children can explore, discover, and grow. They are committed to nurturing each child's full potential within a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled, forming good relationships with staff and each other. Babies enjoy cuddles and new children settle quickly due to good systems. Children behave well, cooperatively join in routines, and understand safety procedures.

Charity-runForest School activitiesSensory room

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm

Age range

3 months – 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2010

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Birdhurst Day Nursery

Last inspected 25 January 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and settled, forming good relationships with staff and each other. Babies enjoy cuddles and new children settle quickly due to good systems. Children behave well, cooperatively join in routines, and understand safety procedures.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff plan a good range of activities that promote all areas of learning.
  • Children are happy and settled, with good opportunities to follow their own interests during play.
  • Children who have additional needs are supported very well by staff, working closely with parents and other agencies.
  • Children actively learn about cultures and beliefs during play, using authentic resources and real food.
  • Leaders, managers and staff show a strong commitment to driving improvement, successfully implementing changes since the last inspection.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the mealtime routines to enhance children's understanding of healthy eating habits, so that they learn more about the foods offered, and develop their personal independence skills
  • 2strengthen staff's knowledge of how to support children who speak English as an additional language, so that more targeted support can be offered to enhance children's communication and language skills
  • 3extend opportunities for parents to come into the nursery, so they can see their children's learning environment and enhance partnerships and information sharing with staff.
Inspection #10230672 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say their children are happy at the nursery and make good progress.

Parents comment that they would also like more opportunities to go into the nursery, so they can see what their children are doing and get to know all staff better.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children who have additional needs are supported very well by staff. They work closely with parents and other agencies to ensure children gain targeted support where needed. Staff ensure children understand about each other's differences, creating an atmosphere of respect and kindness. As a result, children who have additional needs benefit from an inclusive learning environment.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy being physically active in the vast outside play area. They run around and show good spatial awareness as they ride bikes along the tracks, skilfully bounce on the trampoline, and confidently climb on the frame.

Parent Reviews of Birdhurst Day Nursery

4.6
(8)
Dorina Luchian
10 months ago

Our journey with Birdhurst Nursery has just come to an end as our son, Damian, finishes his time there, and we couldn’t be more thankful for the wonderful experience we’ve had. From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly kind, caring, and supportive, creating a warm and nurturing environment where my son felt safe, happy, and encouraged every day. It’s been amazing to watch him grow in confidence, make friends, and develop new skills. All thanks to the dedication and patience of the amazing team at Birdhurst. As parents, there's nothing more reassuring than knowing your child is in good hands, and that’s exactly how we felt throughout. Thank you so much to everyone at Birdhurst Nursery for playing such a special part in Damian’s early years. We’ll always look back on this chapter with love, gratitude, and the happiest memories.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: January 2011

  • January 2023Good
  • January 2022Requires improvement
  • February 2017Good
  • June 2014Good
  • August 2013Inadequate
  • January 2011Good

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