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# Funshine Day Nursery

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Ofsted: Outstanding

(Sept 2025) 

· 23 Lake Road, Croydon, CR0 8DS · Croydon 

Number of places

38 places

Age range

1–4 yrs

Last inspected

Sept 2025

Local authority

Croydon

About 

-   About 
-   Pricing 
-   Ofsted 
-   Inclusion 
-   FAQ 

-   [About](#about)
-   [Pricing](#pricing)
-   [Ofsted](#ofsted)
-   [Inclusion](#inclusion)
-   [FAQ](#faq)

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## About this day nursery

Funshine Day Nursery, situated in Shirley, Croydon, has been delivering outstanding childcare since 1998. The nursery caters to children from three months up to five years of age, fostering an engaging and stimulating atmosphere where each day presents fresh learning experiences and opportunities for laughter.

Their philosophy centres on nurturing bright futures within an elegant yet playful setting designed to spark children's imaginations. With a team of long-standing and dedicated staff, Funshine maintains high staff-to-child ratios, ensuring personalised attention for every child in a supportive learning environment.

Our ethos

Funshine Day Nursery's philosophy centres on nurturing bright futures within an elegant yet playful setting designed to spark children's imaginations, fostering an engaging and stimulating atmosphere where each day presents fresh learning experiences and opportunities for laughter.

What it's like

The nursery provides a warm and distinctive environment where children thrive. Leaders share an ethos of curiosity, independence and kindness with a stable and committed staff team. Families value the welcoming atmosphere and the strong partnerships that staff build with them.

Ofsted Outstanding Forest School 

## Pricing & funding

Pricing on request 

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

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## Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1998

Ofsted Inspection

## Ofsted rating for Funshine Day Nursery

Last inspected 9 September 2025

Safeguarding effective 

Overall effectiveness 

Outstanding 

Quality of education 

Outstanding 

Behaviour and attitudes 

Outstanding 

Personal development 

Outstanding 

Leadership and management 

Outstanding 

What it's like to attend

The nursery provides a warm and distinctive environment where children thrive. Leaders share an ethos of curiosity, independence and kindness with a stable and committed staff team. Families value the welcoming atmosphere and the strong partnerships that staff build with them.

Inspector highlights

-   Children benefit from a stimulating curriculum that supports all areas of learning. 
-   Communication and language are a golden thread through the curriculum. 
-   Children's behaviour and attitudes are a strength in this nursery. 
-   Staff promote children's personal development exceptionally well. 
-   Children also benefit from enriching experiences that broaden their knowledge and skills. 

Inspection #10398597 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289738)

### Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Funshine Day Nursery

Inspection date

Sept 2025

Inspection no.

10398597

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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Inclusion & environment

## How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders have robust systems for supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This helps to ensure that all children, particularly those with SEND or from disadvantaged backgrounds, achieve their potential.

Outdoor space

Staff plan daily routines and access to outdoor learning to also support children's physical health. They use outdoor play and daily routines to support children's physical development, independence and healthy lifestyles.

Inspection history

Date: October 2003

-   September 2025 Outstanding 
-   October 2019 Outstanding 
-   August 2013 Outstanding 
-   November 2005 Outstanding 
-   October 2003 Good 

## Frequently asked about Funshine Day Nursery

### What are the opening hours at Funshine Day Nursery?

### When was Funshine Day Nursery established?

### From what age does Funshine Day Nursery accept children?

### What does the staff team at Funshine Day Nursery look like?

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