Opening hours
Weekdays 7:30am – 6:30pm, 51 weeks per year
Star Child Montessori Day Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2024)
Number of places
108 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2024
Local authority
Croydon
About this day nursery
Star Child Montessori Day Nursery, located in Thornton Heath, has been providing childcare since 2004, earning a strong reputation as a leading nursery in the area. The nursery welcomes children from birth to 8 years old, offering flexible hours to accommodate parents' diverse needs.
Operating weekdays from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, 51 weeks a year, Star Child Montessori is housed in a beautifully renovated church hall. The space is thoughtfully designed with children in mind, featuring separate areas for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
The baby unit is equipped with its own sleep area, milk preparation facilities, nappy changing area, and messy play zones for sensory exploration. The toddler and pre-school rooms embody Montessori principles, providing clean and orderly environments.
The nursery also boasts two outdoor play areas tailored to different age groups and a large indoor activity space. In addition to daily care, a holiday club is available for children aged 3-8, with spaces subject to availability and offered on a flexible basis.
Star Child Montessori is dedicated to fostering a love of learning and aims to give each child the best possible start in life, treating every individual with the highest level of care and attention to ensure their happiness and safety.
What it's like
Children make good progress in this well-organised, stimulating nursery. Staff ensure children settle well and build strong relationships, valuing each child and reflecting their needs in the settling-in process. Staff create photo books of each child's family to foster a strong sense of belonging, and they effectively manage children's behavior, with high expectations leading to good conduct.
Montessori approachEstablished 2004Flexible hoursHoliday club availableExtended opening hours
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)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.
Request pricing →Key facts
Age range
Birth to 8 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Session types
flexible hours, holiday club
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Star Child Montessori Day Nursery
Last inspected 11 October 2024 · Jenny Beckles
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 make good progress in this well-organised, stimulating nursery. Staff ensure children settle well and build strong relationships, valuing each child and reflecting their needs in the settling-in process. Staff create photo books of each child's family to foster a strong sense of belonging, and they effectively manage children's behavior, with high expectations leading to good conduct.
Inspector highlights
- Children make good progress in a well-organised, stimulating nursery.
- Staff effectively support children's creative skills, allowing them to explore various textures and materials.
- Children gain good communication, language, and literacy skills through engaging story time and songs.
- Children learn to do things for themselves, such as dressing and serving food, and are taught to share and take turns.
- Leaders support and monitor staff well, identifying training needs and offering development opportunities.
- Staff promote children's awareness of good oral hygiene successfully, with stories, creative activities, and regular dentist visits.
Areas to develop
- 1plan more effectively to enhance children's thinking skills, such as by using effective questioning
- 2support and extend children's understanding of the value of eating well.
Inspection #10355057 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
Outdoor space
Staff support children's physical development well. They support children to climb onto low tree branches in the garden and children balance skilfully across tyres and planks. Younger children crawl through tunnels and practise their walking skills by pushing wheeled toys.
Parent Reviews of Star Child Montessori Day Nursery
4.6
(24)
Z J
7 months ago
I have had such an amazing experience at Star Child! Both my son and daughter have been looked after with such attentive care, and the educational standards are the highest I have ever seen in any nursery! The resources they use are exceptional, and my children have come out so confident and bright. We know we have Star Child to thank for this. My son still talks about StarChild all the time and has built the happiest memories at this is nursery. Thank you to Ms Minaz and all the lovely, hardworking staff!
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M D
4 months ago
Both of my children have attended this Montessori school and truly flourished. The learning environment is nurturing, calm, and thoughtfully designed to support each child’s development. The facilities are excellent and well maintained, and the management team is attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in the child's wellbeing and education. I would highly recommend this school to families seeking a high quality Montessori experience.
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Abbas Mohammed
a year ago
We knew Star Child Montessori was the perfect place to give our children the right start in their education. Both our kids thrived in this nurturing environment, and we were so impressed that we continued to send our daughter here even after moving 20 minutes away. The Montessori approach at Star Child instilled confidence and valuable skills that prepared them beautifully for school. So pleased with all the staff here and our special thanks to Ms Patricia for making sure this journey was nothing less than exceptional.
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Hannah Kowszun
2 years ago
Our little girl has been going to Star Child since she was 10 months old and she has thrived. The team are very skilled and compassionate. Our daughter has additional needs, which has not phased the team at all, in fact they have gone out of their way to make sure she’s keeping up with the other children to the best of her ability. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to other families.
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Sarah Hoque
2 years ago
This is a fantastic nursery. I sent both of my children here and they loved it. The staff are lovely, helpful and nurturing. They spend time helping the children to settle in and getting to know their individual personalities. There are always lots of fun activities on offer to keep the children stimulated and support their learning. I always recommend this nursery to other parents
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Inspection history
Date: September 2012
- October 2024Good
- November 2018Good
- May 2016Good
- July 2013Requires improvement
- March 2013Requires improvement
- September 2012Requires improvement
Frequently asked about Star Child Montessori Day Nursery
About the setting
Star Child Montessori Day Nursery registered in 2004. It is located in Thornton Heath in the London Borough of Croydon. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, all year round, except on public bank holidays. There are 18 staff, including the manager, 16 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The nursery offers government-funded places for childcare.
- URN
- EY385314
- Registered person
- Star Child Nursery Ltd
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Good
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