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Kinderland Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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3.9(29 parent reviews)
·1 Normanton Road, SOUTH CROYDON, CR2 7AE · Croydon
Number of places
100 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Croydon

About this day nursery

Kinderland Day Nursery, a family-operated institution, has been dedicated to providing exceptional childcare since its establishment in 1995. The nursery operates from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and is open for 51 weeks annually.

With two convenient locations in South Croydon and Central Croydon, Kinderland prides itself on creating a stimulating and secure environment where children can thrive, promoting happiness, engagement, health, and safety. A strong emphasis is placed on the invaluable contribution of its staff, who are considered the nursery's greatest asset, profoundly impacting the lives of the children under their care.

The nursery offers a rich and varied program, including African drumming lessons, bi-weekly French lessons, football coaching, and various outings to places like the London Transport Museum and local libraries. In-house musicians and a dedicated Music & Movement lead further enhance the children's developmental experiences.

Kinderland is committed to supporting parents financially by offering various government funding schemes, ensuring accessibility to quality childcare. The nursery provides nutritious meals and covers essential consumables like nappies and wipes as part of its comprehensive service.

They encourage prospective parents to visit and experience their approach to early years education firsthand.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled, with caring and nurturing staff supporting their learning and development. An effective key-person system ensures children settle well and bond with staff, who then plan quality activities tailored to individual next steps. Relationships are strong, with children feeling comfortable to seek comfort from staff when needed.

Family-run nurseryOpen 51 weeks a yearTwo locations in CroydonOffers government fundingRich extra-curricular program

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers sessions as either half days or full days. There is a specific rate for full days that include funding, and an additional services charge applies to funded sessions.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Half-day sessions run either in the morning or the afternoon.
  • An additional services charge applies to funded sessions.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7:30am until 6:30pm, 51 weeks of the year.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1995

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kinderland Day Nursery

Last inspected 24 September 2024

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, with caring and nurturing staff supporting their learning and development. An effective key-person system ensures children settle well and bond with staff, who then plan quality activities tailored to individual next steps. Relationships are strong, with children feeling comfortable to seek comfort from staff when needed.

Inspector highlights

  • Leadership is strong and ambitious, providing good role models and supporting staff development.
  • Staff carry out daily safety checks and risk assessments, teaching children safe resource use and controlled risk-taking.
  • Staff are consistent in their behaviour management, teaching children to express feelings and understand consequences.
  • An ambitious curriculum supports children's learning, with staff skilled in identifying and progressing next steps.
  • Leaders support staff well-being, providing healthy snacks, breaks, and mental health support.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to be more aware of their placement when carrying out routines, so they are aware of what is happening around them
  • 2teach staff to support children's natural curiosity to move resources around to further extend their learning.
Inspection #10361918 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

SEND is a key strength of the setting. Staff work closely with parents and other agencies, adapting activities and the environment to meet individual needs and holding regular meetings to share feedback and progress, ensuring continuity of care.

Parent Reviews of Kinderland Day Nursery

3.9
(29)
Iva Petkova
5 months ago

Our daughter started at Kinderland at 13 months, and from the beginning it felt like a second home. The staff showed such genuine warmth, patience, and affection that she built a real bond with them, and we always felt she was truly seen and cared for. She made her very first little friends there, and watching those relationships grow was something very special. Kinderland gave her confidence, happiness, and a wonderful start, filled with thoughtful activities, encouragement, and loving guidance. We had to move her only because we relocated, and even two months later she still speaks about the nursery, her friends, and the staff with such joy. We miss Kinderland dearly and are deeply grateful for everything they gave her. It is a truly exceptional nursery, and I recommend it wholeheartedly.

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Emily Francis
7 months ago

The nursery itself. Fantastic. Special shout out to beyonce, Caitlin, angel & michelle who stood out to us and my son had a special bond with all, thank you for making him feel so at home & safe. On the other hand be careful with funding, as soon as my funding ran out they billed me 1,000 and kicked my son out. Now the previous manager had sorted it for me in past so i had no idea how it worked. When confronted everyone was pretty much clueless. More heart broken for my son as he absolutely loved this nursery, it’s a shame, but showed us how quick they was to kick us out rather than help.

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Nicholas Adaarewa
2 years ago

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.

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Lex K
3 years ago

My 2 year old son has been going to Kinderland for 5 months now and I’ve been blown away by how much the staff care about him. I was nervous at first as he doesn’t talk yet but honestly I can’t recommend this nursery enough. My son quickly settled within a few days and has developed close relationships with the staff members although he does have a favourite! Michelle is like his second mother and I know he’s in good hands once I leave! They have their 10 minute cuddle as soon as he runs in and I don’t even get a wave goodbye! We are greeted by the door every morning by an amazing manager who our son loves to play hide and seek with and has always answered every question with professionalism and care beyond a doubt. I really can’t fault this nursery and their workers truly care for the kids and I can’t thank them enough!

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Mark Kitching
7 years ago

My son has been going to Kinderland for over 2 years now and we have always found the staff to be friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Our son absolutely loves his time at the nursery and it's not surprising given the excellent facilities and wide range of varied activities that take place there (leaps and bounds among his favourite). His mum and I would love to be able to take credit for the way he's developing, but in truth he spends 4 1/2 days in the care of the nursery. Their excellent care has played a huge part in him becoming a thoughtful, kind and sharing little boy. I can't recommend Kinderland Day Nursery enough.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2009

  • September 2024Good
  • July 2021Good
  • September 2017Good
  • April 2014Good
  • March 2013Good
  • March 2009Good

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