--- title: "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery, Croydon" description: "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery in Croydon — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, Google reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, Google reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "logo": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/__l5e/assets-v1/18ee05cb-93ee-4d8a-b535-85644088f16f/nursery-advice-social-share.png", "sameAs": [ "https://twitter.com/nurseryadvice" ], "contactPoint": { "@type": "ContactPoint", "contactType": "customer support", "email": "hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk", "areaServed": "GB", "availableLanguage": [ "English" ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#webpage", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256", "name": "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery, Croydon", "description": "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery in Croydon — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries.", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/#website" }, "about": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#nursery" }, "breadcrumb": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#breadcrumb" }, "speakable": { "@type": "SpeakableSpecification", "cssSelector": [ "h1", "[data-speakable]" ] } }, { "@type": "ChildCare", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#nursery", "name": "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "GB", "streetAddress": "Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre", "addressLocality": "Featherbed Lane", "postalCode": "CR0 9AA" }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#webpage" }, "sameAs": [ "https://myed.com/nurseries/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-ey559256" ], "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.337607, "longitude": -0.020989 }, "areaServed": [ { "@type": "City", "name": "Croydon" } ], "audience": { "@type": "PeopleAudience", "suggestedMinAge": 2, "suggestedMaxAge": 4 }, "award": "Ofsted: Outstanding", "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": 5, "reviewCount": 4, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "review": [ { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "jo ss" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter started her adventure with The Woodshed Forest School Nursery in March 2019. In few months she become fearless learner. She is very confident and independent. Her vocabulary is amazing. All thanks to amazing staff. My daughter is really happy there, she loves picnics in woods and singing by fire. Forest school is unique nursery and it’s the best place for children to thrive.", "datePublished": "2019-12-15T15:57:55.721123Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ruth Fleming" }, "reviewBody": "My son loves it here - so much that he now tells me “no go home, stay forest school”. The staff are extremely motivated to give each child the best learning and play experiences, and they are also very caring. They teach respect and emotional resilience incredibly well. Activities include walks looking for forest treasures, bug hunts, mud play, rolling down grassy (or muddy!) slopes, crafts, woodwork, campfire singing, games, cosy story-times under canvas, and picnics.", "datePublished": "2019-12-17T08:49:59.121778Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ezekiel Salmon" }, "datePublished": "2018-11-10T14:34:20.877260Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Vince s-gray" }, "datePublished": "2018-11-10T14:33:40.544079Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "London", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=London" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How did The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection on 9 September 2025." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does the nursery support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Staff identify barriers to learning quickly, including for children with emerging needs. They put tailored support plans in place, work with parents on home routines such as sleep and nutrition, and maintain active links with local authority agencies to support progress." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What kind of childcare setting is The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is registered as childcare on non-domestic premises and operates as a full day care setting." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the main strengths of The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Staff use the outdoor setting effectively to support learning, with a strong emphasis on sequencing activities and following children’s interests. Children are encouraged to explore, test ideas and build independence, while positive relationships and close work with parents support strong progress." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) 1. [Home](/) 2. · 3. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [London](/search?region=London) 6. · 7. The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery # The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre, Featherbed Lane, Croydon, CR0 9AA · Croydon Number of places 21 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Croydon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery, located in Croydon, CR0 9AA, is a unique childcare provider that distinguishes itself through its complete embrace of a forest school philosophy. This day nursery champions an outdoor-centric approach to early years education, offering children an immersive experience in nature. The curriculum is deeply rooted in fostering a connection with the natural world, promoting hands-on learning, and encouraging exploration and discovery within a woodland environment. This setting allows children to develop a wide range of skills, from problem-solving and resilience to creativity and social interaction, all while surrounded by the benefits of outdoor play. The Wood Shed prioritises child-led learning, where the children's interests guide activities and their natural curiosity is nurtured. This approach cultivates independence and confidence, preparing them for future educational journeys. The day nursery’s commitment to an entirely outdoor experience means that children are engaged in activities that continually adapt to the seasons and natural changes, offering a dynamic and ever-evolving learning landscape. The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery not only provides childcare but also aims to instil a deep appreciation and understanding of the natural environment in every child. Our ethos The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery offers an outdoor-centric, forest school philosophy where children's interests guide child-led learning. They foster a connection with the natural world, promoting hands-on exploration and discovery in a woodland environment, aiming to instil a deep appreciation for nature. What it's like Leaders have an exemplary vision for all children to succeed in this unique setting. They empower children to become independent, resilient and respectful learners, resulting in children thriving in the forest environment and developing a solid foundation of skills for future learning. Forest School Outdoor-centric learning Nature immersion in nature ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://myed.com/nurseries/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-ey559256) ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10398651 Lead inspector Eleeza Byer [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289979)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY559256) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://myed.com/nurseries/the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-ey559256) Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre, Featherbed Lane, Croydon, CR0 9AA ## Explore day nurseries near Croydon - [Day nurseries in Croydon](/search?q=Croydon) - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery Last inspected 9 September 2025 · Eleeza Byer Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Leaders have an exemplary vision for all children to succeed in this unique setting. They empower children to become independent, resilient and respectful learners, resulting in children thriving in the forest environment and developing a solid foundation of skills for future learning. Inspector highlights - All staff are passionate about the outdoor approach to learning and have an excellent understanding of how to improve outcomes within this unique environment. - Staff implement and sequence the curriculum exceedingly well, continually inspiring children's learning by using the environment around them and ongoing interactions. - Staff continuously facilitate children's learning exceptionally well by following children's interests, leading to children being highly involved in testing out their own ideas and celebrating achievements. - Staff assess children's starting points and plan for individual needs, fostering positive relationships and supporting children to make outstanding progress. - The setting has an exceptional partnership with parents, ensuring clear communication, supportive discussions, and children's unquestionable confidence and resilience. Inspection #10398651 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289979) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff swiftly identify barriers to children's learning, including those with emerging needs. They create support plans for children and offer parents advice on sleep and nutrition at home. Proactive engagement with local authority agencies and ongoing partnerships with parents lead to excellent outcomes for children. Outdoor space Children thrive in the forest environment. Staff continually encourage children to keep themselves safe in the forest environment, teaching them about poisonous mushrooms and plants so they can play and learn safely. Children are encouraged to problem-solve and think independently, such as when they work out how to remove a conker safely from the shell. ## Google Reviews of The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery 5.0 (4 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKp4wuzpyWNH2pr3jlaViv7LEtJir0aRi4GCjwNOtd2oHLIxw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) jo ss 6 years ago My daughter started her adventure with The Woodshed Forest School Nursery in March 2019. In few months she become fearless learner. She is very confident and independent. Her vocabulary is amazing. All thanks to amazing staff. My daughter is really happy there, she loves picnics in woods and singing by fire. Forest school is unique nursery and it’s the best place for children to thrive. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNbVBHSFJREAE!2m1!1s0x4875ff53ff3870c7:0xf3d1b878244b3c6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK0XsE-Le8wmY7Vd29SKZe3ZlnJOQK0tDhCr2NdFnTDASuivA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ruth Fleming 6 years ago My son loves it here - so much that he now tells me “no go home, stay forest school”. The staff are extremely motivated to give each child the best learning and play experiences, and they are also very caring. They teach respect and emotional resilience incredibly well. Activities include walks looking for forest treasures, bug hunts, mud play, rolling down grassy (or muddy!) slopes, crafts, woodwork, campfire singing, games, cosy story-times under canvas, and picnics. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNcEpudGxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875ff53ff3870c7:0xf3d1b878244b3c6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKlAUvbA_9CHI5gN5hyAiBwzOVt94TD13BkNqBPNGgcMweYlA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Ezekiel Salmon 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJLXI2ZmpnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875ff53ff3870c7:0xf3d1b878244b3c6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWFnxCmIGEYjEnsSFOwvFQNu8l6rMMDmRoD1lHnXlddRVe5-05J=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vince s-gray 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJLXY2UTNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875ff53ff3870c7:0xf3d1b878244b3c6) Reviews from Google for The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1098064152968344518&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2019 - September 2025 Outstanding - November 2019 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery ### How did The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What kind of childcare setting is The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery? ### What are the main strengths of The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery? ## About the setting The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery registered in 2018 and operates from the Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre, in the London Borough of Croydon. The setting is open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, 38 weeks of the year. There are five staff, with four qualified at level 3 and one unqualified. The setting provides government-funded childcare places and receives specific funding for disadvantaged children. URN EY559256 Registered person Jigsaw (Croydon) Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in Croydon Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Wood Shed Forest School and Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Small Explorers Croydon · CR0 9BG ](/nursery/small-explorers-ltd-cr0-9bg-ey500044) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.1 mi ### Small Explorers South Croydon · CR0 9BG ](/nursery/small-explorers-limited-cr2-8hr-2844685) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY Croydon · CR0 9JE ](/nursery/southern-childcare-facilities-trading-as-acorn-nursery-cr0-9je-ey262789) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 1.3 mi ### Play Place Wayside Nursery Croydon · CR0 9DX 4.2(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/play-place-wayside-nursery-cr0-9dx-ey475324) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Brightsparks Day Nursery South Croydon · CR2 8PR 4.9(14 Google reviews) ](/nursery/brightsparks-day-nursery-cr2-8pr-ey384244) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.5 mi ### Totstars The Playbarn Croydon · CR0 5AQ ](/nursery/totstars-the-playbarn-cr0-5aq-2821008) [See all nurseries in Croydon →](/search?q=Croydon) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=the-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. Copy link[](https://wa.me/?text=The%20Wood%20Shed%20Forest%20School%20and%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on WhatsApp")[](https://www.facebook.com/dialog/send?link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256&app_id=140586622674265&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on Messenger")[](mailto:?subject=The%20Wood%20Shed%20Forest%20School%20and%20Nursery&body=I%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested%20in%20this%20nursery%3A%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on Email")[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on Facebook")[](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The%20Wood%20Shed%20Forest%20School%20and%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on X")[](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256 "Share on LinkedIn")[](https://www.reddit.com/submit?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256&title=The%20Wood%20Shed%20Forest%20School%20and%20Nursery "Share on Reddit")[](https://t.me/share/url?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseryadvice.co.uk%2Fnursery%2Fthe-wood-shed-forest-school-and-nursery-cr0-9aa-ey559256&text=The%20Wood%20Shed%20Forest%20School%20and%20Nursery%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice "Share on Telegram") This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. [Learn more](/about-our-data) Report an issue [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/) The independent UK nursery directory. Built with Ofsted data, kept current weekly. For parents - [Search nurseries](/search) - [Parent Hub](/parent-hub) - [Saved nurseries](/saved) - [Compare](/compare) For nurseries - [Promote Your Nursery](/for-nurseries) - [Claim a listing](/claim) - [Nursery dashboard](/owner) - [Sign in](/auth) Browse by location - [London](/nurseries/london) - [South East](/nurseries/south-east) - [North West](/nurseries/north-west) - [West Midlands](/nurseries/west-midlands) - [Yorkshire](/nurseries/yorkshire-and-the-humber) - [See all regions →](/nurseries) About - [About us](/about-us) - [Editorial policy](/parent-hub/editorial-standards) - [Contact us](/contact) - [Blog](/blog) - Data sources: Ofsted MI, GIAS [](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590427415951)[](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nurseryadvice-co-uk)[](https://uk.pinterest.com/NurseryAdvice/) Ofsted data & reports Inspection reports, ratings and provider details displayed on this site are sourced from [Ofsted](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/) and contain public sector information published under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Nursery Advice is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ofsted or any government body. © 2026 Better Search Limited (company no. 17209315), trading as Nursery Advice. All rights reserved. Contact: [hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk](mailto:hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk). [Terms of service](/terms)[Privacy policy](/privacy)Made for parents. Inadequate