--- title: "ACORN NURSERY, Croydon | Ofsted: Good | Fees" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/southern-childcare-facilities-trading-as-acorn-nursery-cr0-9je-ey262789 description: "ACORN NURSERY in Croydon — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Forestdale Primary School, Woodpecker Mount, Croydon, CR0 9JE · Croydon Number of places 32 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Croydon ## About this day nursery Acorn Nursery, operating in Croydon since its registration in 2004, provides a safe and stimulating environment for children aged from birth to four years. Situated within the grounds of Forestdale Primary School in Selsdon, the day nursery is open weekdays from 7:30am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year, offering full-day care. The dedicated team of nine staff members, with eight holding Level 3 or above early years qualifications, ensures a nurturing atmosphere where children are happy and engage in a wide range of age-appropriate activities. The day nursery places a strong emphasis on developing literacy skills, mathematical concepts, and supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) through careful planning and liaison with external professionals. Children benefit from both indoor and outdoor learning environments, including a well-resourced garden and community outings, fostering their confidence and independence in preparation for school. What it's like Children are happy and have fun in this safe, well-planned environment. They develop secure attachments with staff, who are kind, attentive and nurturing. Children are eager to explore the learning environments, both indoors and outdoors. They can select from a wide range of exciting age-appropriate resources and adult-led activities. Safe Environment Dedicated Staff Early Literacy Focus Strong SEND Support Outdoor Learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All_year Registered with Ofsted 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY Last inspected 2 December 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children are happy and have fun in this safe, well-planned environment. - Children have numerous opportunities to develop their knowledge of mathematical concepts. - Staff are proactive in developing children's literacy skills. - Key persons demonstrate a secure understanding of their children's interests, skills and abilities. - Children have good opportunities to obtain fresh air and exercise. - Older children are confident and self-assured when tending to their own self-care needs. - Staff support children's communication and language through various methods. - The conscientious manager places high priority on the well-being of staff. - Respectful and trusting bonds are built to promote consistency in children's learning and development between the nursery and home. - The manager is committed to improving children's achievements. Areas to develop - 1 Provide meaningful opportunities for children to hear and use their home language, to enhance their communication skills further. - 2 Strengthen the systems for staff's professional development to help raise the quality of education to even higher level. Inspection #10233626 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50204312) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and staff work hard to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They liaise with a range of outside professionals to ensure plans and funding is swiftly put in place. This helps to enhance children's opportunities and reach their full potential. Outdoor space Children have good opportunities to obtain fresh air and exercise. They access the well-resourced garden and go on walks in the local community. On outings, they learn how to cross the road safely. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language have fewer opportunities to see and use their home language within the setting. ## Google Reviews of SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Joanna Parulska 5 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNLcXFfOGVBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876007f5a0cf039:0x62b72854433cd5b2) Zach Field a year ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN6c1pTTFR3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876007f5a0cf039:0x62b72854433cd5b2) Sarah Cross 5 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDMWJic0VBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876007f5a0cf039:0x62b72854433cd5b2) Angua Bediako 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRemItM2JnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876007f5a0cf039:0x62b72854433cd5b2) Reviews from Google for SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=7113198478825412018&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2013 - December 2022 Good - January 2017 Good - December 2013 Good - September 2013 Requires improvement - February 2013 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY ### Is SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY suitable for under-twos? ### What type of nursery is SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY? ### What are the opening hours at SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY? ### How does SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY support children learning English as an additional language? ### How does SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY support children with SEND? ### Whereabouts is SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY? ## Nearby day nurseries in Croydon Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY. - Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Small Explorers South Croydon · CR0 9BG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/small-explorers-limited-cr2-8hr-2844685 - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Small Explorers Croydon · CR0 9BG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/small-explorers-ltd-cr0-9bg-ey500044 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Brightsparks Day Nursery South Croydon · CR2 8PR 4.9(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/brightsparks-day-nursery-cr2-8pr-ey384244 - Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Totstars The Playbarn Croydon · CR0 5AQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/totstars-the-playbarn-cr0-5aq-2821008 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Selsdon Baptist Church Pre School South Croydon · CR2 8LL https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/selsdon-baptist-church-pre-school-cr2-8ll-125031 - Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.0 mi ### Play Place Wayside Nursery Croydon · CR0 9DX 4.2(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/play-place-wayside-nursery-cr0-9dx-ey475324 See all nurseries in Croydon →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Croydon ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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