Term time / All Year
All Year
Top Tots Daycare in Croydon
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2021)
Number of places
49 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2021
Local authority
Croydon
About this day nursery
Top Tots Daycare, located in Croydon, CR0 8JD, aims to provide a secure and happy setting for children through a well-balanced and stimulating activity programme. The nursery collaborates with parents to ensure every child has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.
Top Tots Daycare has received recognition, winning Day Nurseries' Top 20 London Nurseries in both 2023 and 2024, and holds Millie's Mark accreditation, underscoring its commitment to high standards of care and early years education. The nursery offers various government funding options, including schemes for working parents of infants and two-year-olds, as well as universal and extended funding for three and four-year-olds.
They also provide flexible session options for funded hours, allowing parents to choose attendance patterns that suit their needs, with additional hours charged at an hourly rate. The nursery actively engages with parents, offering a partnership approach to learning and providing updates through newsletters and an online gallery.
Our ethos
At Top Tots Day-Care, we aim to provide a secure and happy environment for all our children through a well-balanced, stimulating programme of activities. In partnership with parents, we strive to give every child an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.
What it's like
Staff greet children pleasantly as they arrive. Children's behaviour is very good. Children begin to become strong, independent and resilient as they build positive relationships. Staff develop children's curiosity well, and children are confident communicators.
Millie's Mark accreditedAward-winning nurseryAccepts government funding
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Top Tots Daycare
Last inspected 22 October 2021
Overall effectiveness
Good
What it's like to attend
Staff greet children pleasantly as they arrive. Children's behaviour is very good. Children begin to become strong, independent and resilient as they build positive relationships. Staff develop children's curiosity well, and children are confident communicators.
Inspector highlights
- Staff are knowledgeable about the children they care for and plan a varied curriculum.
- Effective systems monitor the delivery of the curriculum, and the manager provides good support for staff.
- Staff communicate well with children, using age-appropriate questions to develop their thinking skills and extend vocabulary.
- Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive good, targeted support.
- Children take part in a variety of interesting and stimulating experiences, including growing fruits and vegetables.
Areas to develop
- 1plan lunchtime routines more carefully, in particular in the baby room, to reduce children's waiting time and fully engage them in their learning
- 2strengthen support for older children who are not yet fully confident in interacting within the group, to develop their social skills further.
Inspection #10175186 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
They feel that they receive constant and clear communication about their children's development.
Parents praise the staff highly for their dedication and the good-quality care their children receive.
They value staff's support, such as books to read with their children at home.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive good, targeted support. Staff meet regularly with families and other professionals involved in children's care to discuss their progress and plan their next steps in learning.
Outdoor space
Children are encouraged to think about their personal safety as they negotiate stairs or join in more lively play outside. Younger children explore the water play in the garden, and older children confidently put their coat on for outdoor play.
Parent Reviews of Top Tots Daycare
4.8
(19)
Comerford361
3 months ago
Really cannot emphasise enough how great the Top Tots team is. Incredible staff who go above and beyond and really get to know your child as an individual. The spaces are lovely and so well cared for, the structure and activities every day in both the baby and toddlers pathways have been so good. My son has been here 3 years and is about to go to school, and I am now sending my twins. My son has severe allergies and the TT team have truly done everything possible, leading to him being safe and happy throughout his time. I’m a school headteacher, and from an educational point of view I couldn’t have asked for a better start for my children. If in doubt, go and meet the team!!
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Ebru Saltan
6 months ago
All 3 of my children attended this nursery. I would have never trusted any other nursery other than Top Tots Daycare! It is simply the best nursery that provides everything for your children. The care and education is far beyond the expectations. Staff are extremely knowledgable and trustable! I would recommend this nursery to all parents who are looking for a perfect nursery! Thank you Top Tots for all your hard work.
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Trina Knights
3 years ago
My daughter loves this nursery and the staff are amazing they are so informative, understanding and supportive. I feel like they really care about all of us not just my daughter. She has progressed so well and I can't wait for my son to go there next September. Would highly recommend this nursery. Thank you so much for helping my daughter bloom
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abderrahmane boulouz
3 years ago
Excellent nursery. Fantastic start to my son's education. I was impressed by how well the staff read and remembered his personality and how successfully they apply that knowledge. They're great at teaching and very skilled communicators with children and adults. Such a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this nursery. You won't be disappointed. Thank you top tots.
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Princess Ferron
2 years ago
Amazing! My son has improved in so many ways since he started here. The staff are lovely and are always supportive, welcoming, caring, professional and just gifted. I’m so very grateful for them.
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Inspection history
Most recent inspection
22 October 2021
Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.
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About the setting
Top Tots Daycare registered in 2018. The nursery employs nine members of staff, all holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including the manager who holds an early years degree. The nursery opens all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. It provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- EY558161
- Registered person
- Sunshine Nurseries UK Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
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