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Russell Hill Road Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
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4.0(4 parent reviews) ·45 Russell Hill Road, PURLEY, CR8 2LD · Croydon
Number of places
56 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Croydon

About this day nursery

Russell Hill Road Day Nursery, a childcare setting on non-domestic premises in Purley, CR8 2LD, underwent an Ofsted regulatory visit on 18 March 2026. This visit followed concerns received on 3 March 2026 regarding safeguarding policies, children's safety and welfare, staff ratios, health and safety of premises and equipment, and record keeping.

While the visit found that some requirements were not being met, a follow-up on 6 April 2026 confirmed that the nursery has since retrained staff on safeguarding, ensured designated safeguarding leads are adequately trained, appointed a named deputy, and strengthened record keeping. These actions were taken to ensure the safety and welfare of children, and Ofsted is satisfied that the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised, meaning the nursery remains registered with Ofsted.

The latest overall rating for the nursery, as of 05/05/2023, is "Good".

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Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Russell Hill Road Day Nursery

Last inspected 5 May 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good

Actions the provider must take

  • Ensure that all staff are trained to understand and implement the setting's safeguarding policies and procedures, including identifying concerns for children's welfare, making referrals and reporting allegations.
  • Ensure that staff with designated safeguarding lead (DSL) responsibilities attend relevant training and have the knowledge and skills to ensure a robust safeguarding culture at the setting.
  • Ensure that there is a named deputy to take charge in the manager's absence.
  • Ensure that you maintain appropriate records for the safe and efficient management of the setting, including records of information shared with parents and professionals regarding safeguarding matters.

Inspector highlights

  • On 3 March 2026, concerns were received regarding safeguarding policies and procedures, children's safety and welfare, staff: child ratios, health, safety and suitability of premises and equipment, information and record keeping.
  • On 18 March 2026, a regulatory visit found the provider was not meeting some requirements and actions were issued.
  • By 6 April 2026, the provider responded to the actions, retraining staff on safeguarding and ensuring designated safeguarding leads are trained.
  • A named deputy has been appointed to take charge in the manager's absence.
  • Record keeping regarding safeguarding matters has been strengthened.
  • Ofsted is satisfied that the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised and remains registered.
Inspection #10280177 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Parent Reviews of Russell Hill Road Day Nursery

4.0
(4)
Diamondlady
a year ago

Saw the good reviews of the nursery and contacted them first through the online form no response, then by email no response. After two weeks since first contact called the nursery, the member of staff I spoke to then said she doesn't know how the 2yr old funding works and that I would need to pay a deposit to secure a space. First of all I would like to know how the 2yr old funding works and to visit the nursery, how can I pay a deposit when you don't know what my requirements are and no information about my child. Communication is very important but it's lacking at this nursery which is a shame as online it looked good.

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Alison H
2 years ago

I moved my little girl to this nursery in September. She is in the preschool and is really enjoying her time there. She is provided with a range of structured activities each day within a 'classroom' setting using fun activities to learn the basics of numeracy and literacy. They provide Drama and French lessons. They have a little farm on site as well as a big outdoor play area. She loves going and has already become attached to some of the staff. Really flexible and kind staff team.

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Anita L
3 years ago

I love Russell Hill Day nursery. The stuff are friendly and lovely. They really take care of my little one. And what they offer is amazing. Music class, drama class, french class, little farm with cute animals which is unique, day trips and lots of other experience. It is a fantastic place to leave your child

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Talia B
a year ago

Wow what a gem of a nursery. Staff lovely and friendly and my child has made such amazing progress in just a few short weeks.

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Inspection history

Date: November 2012

  • May 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • May 2017Inadequate
  • August 2015Good
  • November 2012Good

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