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Loving Hands International Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2021)
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4.4(27 parent reviews)
·54 Leander Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 6JU · Croydon
Number of places
40 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2021
Local authority
Croydon

About this day nursery

Loving Hands International Nursery Schools, established in 2005, is a group of nurseries in Croydon dedicated to offering high-quality childcare and early years education. The nurseries follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, aiming to provide stimulating and enjoyable activities that support children's holistic development.

They have received an "Outstanding" rating in all areas by Ofsted. The organization emphasizes the importance of health and well-being, incorporating outdoor activities and embracing the government's agenda on childhood obesity.

They also encourage parents to use walking or public transport due to their accessible locations, though parking is available. Beyond core curriculum, children can engage in extracurricular activities like football, yoga, STEM, and French.

Loving Hands International Nursery Schools caters to various age ranges across its branches, with some open all year round and others during term time alone.

Our ethos

Loving Hands International Nursery Schools follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, aiming to provide stimulating and enjoyable activities that support children's holistic development. They emphasize the importance of health and well-being, incorporating outdoor activities and addressing childhood obesity.

What it's like

Children are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery, settling quickly and benefiting from a rich and varied range of opportunities. Staff engage closely and sensitively with babies, supporting their emotional well-being and sense of security. Children receive clear guidance, explanations, and praise, building confidence and a "can-do" attitude.

Ofsted OutstandingEYFS CurriculumExtracurricular ActivitiesFresh Food DailyMultiple Branches

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

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

Key facts

Age range

3 months to 5 years (Leander Road & Elgin Road), 2 years to 5 years (Norbury & Christ Church)

Food

Fresh food provided daily, catering to dietary requirements, in line with government guidelines on childhood obesity.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

all year round, term time only

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Loving Hands International Nursery School

Last inspected 18 August 2021 · Tracey Murphy

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery, settling quickly and benefiting from a rich and varied range of opportunities. Staff engage closely and sensitively with babies, supporting their emotional well-being and sense of security. Children receive clear guidance, explanations, and praise, building confidence and a "can-do" attitude.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are supported well to manage their own feelings.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who receive funding are supported extremely well.
  • Children develop good relationships with all staff.
  • Staff support children's communication and language skills well.
  • Children are gaining a good understanding of mathematical concepts.
  • Children have frequent opportunities to develop their independence.
  • Staff are professionally qualified and feel valued and supported by the manager.
  • Staff encourage children to eat healthily and engage in regular physical exercise.
  • Partnerships with parents are strong.

Areas to develop

  • 1make greater use of opportunities to develop children's thinking skills, such as giving them time to reflect on their answers, and to promote their language development
  • 2help staff to ensure all children are supported to access and engage in activities, particularly those who are less confident.
Inspection #10174381 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents state their children are eager to attend nursery.

They are happy with the information they receive from staff and the progress their children make.

Parents state they appreciate the range of activities that their children experience and the fun they have in their learning.

Parents comment on the support from staff for the whole family's well-being.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who receive funding are supported extremely well. The manager and staff use their strong partnerships with parents, alongside careful observation and assessment, to identify gaps in children’s learning swiftly. They use their good knowledge of children to seek support from other professionals and put interventions in place.

Outdoor space

All children enjoy regular access to the outside area, where they have fun exploring a range of activities and practise their physical skills.

Parent Reviews of Loving Hands International Nursery School

4.4
(27)
Julita Wróbel
9 months ago

I can’t distress how wonderful place this is! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Loving Hands is not business driven. It’s full of passion, love and support. Miss Sandra ( the owner of the nurseries) helped us so much when we had to juggle our personal life. She was working together with our family supporting us in so many different ways. All the teachers are so great ! We honestly love them all . I was a parent for two years but also had a pleasure to conduct music and movement sessions here and in Miss Sandra’s other branches. Everywhere I went children were bursting with confidence. Sitting patiently for an hour was not a challenge. My daughter who was so shy and withdrawn became so carrying and confident . She achieved all the Early Years goals before she started reception . She found difficult to settle and honestly the support from staff was incredible. We are so lucky that we found them . Do not hesitate to sign your children in 🥰

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Sarah S
6 months ago

A Deeply Unsatisfactory Experience Our experience with Loving Hands Nursery has been very disheartening. I was shocked to hear my daughter described as “disruptive” — language that feels entirely inappropriate when referring to any young child. The communication style of certain staff came across as unprofessional and not welcoming , which is not what I would expect in an early-years environment. After revisiting the 2017 Ofsted report, many of the concerns raised there still seem relevant. Nothing in our time with the nursery suggested meaningful progress or improvement. I had hoped for warmth, understanding, and professionalism, but sadly, that wasn’t reflected in the care provided. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend this nursery.

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Haider Zaman
6 months ago

Love in Hands Nursery – Extremely Disappointing Experience I am very disappointed with the way my daughter was treated at Love in Hands. I was even told over the phone that she was “disruptive,” which is completely unacceptable wording when speaking about any child, let alone one so young. The staff’s tone and manner of speaking feels very strict and almost military-like, and their choice of words is honestly shocking for a childcare setting. After looking deeper, the Ofsted report from 2017 says it all. Nothing about my experience shows any improvement since then. I expected care, patience and professionalism, but unfortunately that’s not what we received. I would not recommend this nursery based on our experience.

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Nikaaa Baby
9 months ago

A Wonderful Nursery! My daughter has been attending Loving Hands Nursery for a year now she was in toddler room and now she’s about to start there preschool room in September , and we couldn’t be happier. She has flourished in so many ways—she's learned so much and grown into such a confident, happy little girl. The staff are incredibly kind, loving, and truly compassionate. You can tell they genuinely care about every child. I’m so grateful for the nurturing environment they’ve created, and I would highly recommend Loving Hands to any parent looking for a safe, warm, and enriching place for their child to grow.

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Tiffany B
9 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Loving Hands Nursery has been nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we joined, Sandra (the amazing nursery manager) has been a constant source of warmth, reassurance, and professionalism. All the staff especially Latoya, Brianna, Tish, and Andrea are all absolutely wonderful. They’ve each played a special role in my daughter’s journey. My husband and I have seen so much progress in our daughter. Her learning has come on in leaps and bounds, and she’s even started picking up some French 🇫🇷 from her weekly lessons, which has truly impressed us. Her confidence has soared, her eating habits have improved noticeably, and she’s become so much more independent. One of the sweetest things we’ve seen is how she now practises her yoga breathing when she feels overwhelmed, it’s such a thoughtful tool for her to have at such a young age. It’s clear she’s been nurtured in an environment where she feels safe, happy, and loved. We’re incredibly grateful for the care, support, and encouragement she’s received. Thank you for everything you’ve done. We couldn’t have placed her in a better setting. Tiffany and Chris

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

18 August 2021

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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Frequently asked about Loving Hands International Nursery School

About the setting

Loving Hands International Nursery School Ltd registered in 2017 and is privately owned. It is located on a residential road in Thornton Heath, in the London Borough of Croydon. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm all year round, and closing over the Christmas period. Nine staff work at the setting, including the cook. The manager holds a level 6 qualification. Staff hold relevant childcare qualifications.

URN
EY549883
Registered person
Loving Hands International Nursery School Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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