--- title: "The Butterfly Patch Nursery, South Norwood Hill, London | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-butterfly-patch-south-norwood-hill-se25-6aa-2526073 description: "The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill, a day nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.0/5 from 13 reviews. See contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 4.0 (13 Google reviews) · 21b South Norwood Hill, London, SE25 6AA · Croydon Number of places 37 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Croydon ## About this day nursery The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill is a nursery in Croydon, London, for children aged one to four years. 30pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. The day nursery was registered in 2019. In its inspection on 20 May 2025, Ofsted rated the overall effectiveness of the provision as 'Good'. Children are extremely happy and settled, and they are kind and considerate towards each other. The inspector found that staff support children's language and physical development well. Staff work with parents and external agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, adapting activities and routines to meet their needs. The inspector noted that outdoor provision could be improved by providing more challenge for all children. What it's like Children are extremely happy and settled at the nursery and quickly build secure bonds with staff. Effective settling-in procedures ensure children's interests are supported. Staff consistency in behaviour management teaches children "kind hands" and respect for others. Ofsted Good Established 2019 Strong Parent Communication SEND Support ## Pricing & funding 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 Opening hours 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 0-5 yr Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill Last inspected 20 May 2025 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 Inspector highlights - Children are extremely happy and settled at the nursery. - New staff are quick to get to know their key children, meeting individual needs well. - All children are highly aware of each other and are kind and considerate. - Children thoroughly enjoy learning to move in different ways and develop physical skills. - Staff support children's language development extremely well, extending communication skills. Areas to develop - 1 provide more challenge for children of all ages when planning the outdoor curriculum - 2 support staff to identify when to change activities to prevent children becoming restless and loose interest in their learning. Inspection #10398976 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280179) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with parents and other agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They work towards targets set for children, sharing progress with parents and external agencies, and adapt mealtimes and activities to ensure children's dietary and additional needs are met. Outdoor space Staff do not provide enough challenge for all children when playing outside. Although some activities are planned, there is not enough challenge in other activities to continue children's learning afterwards. Inspectors observed the quality of activities and curriculum in the outdoor play areas. ## Google Reviews of The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill 4.0 (13 Google reviews) Mark Webb 2 years ago We couldn't be happier to send our child to The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood. The staff are fantastic and communicate really well with us. Our child is really happy there which means the world to us. They have a strong focus on development which we really value. They have a brilliant app so we get updates every day which are always great to receive. We'd highly recommend to any other parents. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkOU9EUE13EAE!2m1!1s0x487601077a7d89d9:0xa1596ac7fadc7dd3) Kayleigh Lodge 3 years ago Since starting at the Butterfly Patch, my son has developed confidence and social skills. He used to be very nervous about being separated from me, and also about joining in with new children. However, with the kind and gentle approach taken by the staff, my son now looks forward to going to each session and talks non stop about the friends he has made. There are plenty of updates via the app about what the children are learning, so I know there are always a wide range of tasks planned. Along side this, the staff respond to the interests of the children and current events/weather. On a particularly hot day, they got the paddling pool out- which my son absolutely loved. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1amZ5ZENBEAE!2m1!1s0x487601077a7d89d9:0xa1596ac7fadc7dd3) Kathryn Ramsay 3 years ago I can't recommend Butterfly Patch, Norman House enough. All the practioners are warm & friendly, recognising each parent & child straight away. My son's development has gone from strength to strength in the Glittering Glowbugs room. He loves his time there & is a happy boy at every pick up. As parents we really appreciate the updates though the app & at collection. I've seen a real growth in his confidence expecially at being separated from me. Thanks to all involved in caring for him! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtbFk3RGNREAE!2m1!1s0x487601077a7d89d9:0xa1596ac7fadc7dd3) Sneha Murdeshwar 3 years ago Our son has been in the nursery for a year now and can say nursery is a safe haven for our son. Sonia and the staff take such good care of our son and are always on top of everything. The premises are super clean and thier activities are meticulously planned every day with daily updates on their app. They are promt on responding and ensure parents are given the assurance they need, sometimes mutiple times. The staff is professional and warm at the same time which is a rare thing to find. They also discuss and share children’s development milestones and hold parent meetings to discuss all key milestones. We are extremely happy and feel lucky to have butterfly patch near our home as wouldn’t think of any other nursery after experiencing such class service. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoN0xTc2pRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487601077a7d89d9:0xa1596ac7fadc7dd3) Trev and Annie 3 years ago We are very happy with the Butterfly Patch. They have nurtured our little girl with confidence and kindness and she is ready to move to big school. She comes home happy every day and she has met some lovely friends. It is a lovely place for little ones to grow, I can't recommend it highly enough, the staff are wonderful, creative and kind. It's lovely. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1anNPdGVBEAE!2m1!1s0x487601077a7d89d9:0xa1596ac7fadc7dd3) Reviews from Google for The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=11626441320173436371&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2021 - May 2025 Good - December 2021 Good ## Frequently asked about The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill ### What size of nursery is The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill? ### How can The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill be contacted? ### When was The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill established? ### Whereabouts is The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill? ### How does The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Butterfly Patch, South Norwood Hill. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Ivy League Nursery London · SE25 6XP 4.6(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ivy-league-nursery-se25-6xp-ey456965 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Stepping Out London · SE25 6XX 4.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stepping-out-se25-6xx-2498480 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Pumpkins Nursery London · SE25 5QW 4.7(23 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-pumpkins-nursery-ltd-se25-5qw-ey468690 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Monmar Nursery London · SE25 4JR 3.9(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monmar-nursery-ltd-se25-4jr-ey443010 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Mini Willows Day Nursery London · SE25 6RA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/mini-willows-day-nursery-se25-6ra-2498915 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bambinos Day Nursery Croydon · CR0 6DJ 4.8(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bambinos-day-nursery-ltd-cr0-6dj-ey399534 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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