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Totstars The Playbarn # Totstars The Playbarn Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Totstars The Playbarn, 36 Addington Village Road, Croydon, CR0 5AQ · Croydon **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered January 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places 56 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected — Local authority Croydon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Totstars offers innovative and engaging childcare solutions for children across early years and primary foundation stages. The organisation is dedicated to establishing secure and enjoyable environments where children can flourish both physically and mentally. A core philosophy is to encourage children to take calculated risks and build resilience, providing them with ample opportunities and stimulation to challenge themselves, ignite their curiosity, and grow in self-assurance. Totstars offers a diverse range of activities, including sports classes through their Sports Academy, interactive stay-and-play sessions at their Adventure Club, and daily care at their Nurseries. Located in South London and Croydon, all programmes consistently infuse a unique blend of fun and physical activity. The day nursery component of Totstars specifically caters to children aged 1 to 5 years, boasting unique resources, engaging Forest School sessions, and integrated sports activities. Totstars also accepts various government funding options to support families. Our ethos Totstars' core philosophy is to encourage children to take calculated risks and build resilience. They aim to ignite children's curiosity and help them grow in self-assurance by providing ample opportunities and stimulation to challenge themselves. The nursery component boasts engaging Forest School sessions and integrated sports activities, blending fun and physical activity. Forest School sessions Sports-focused activities Adventure Club ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.totstarsuk.com/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday-Friday: 8am - 6pm Age range 1 - 5 Years ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Totstars The Playbarn [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2821008)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2821008) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.totstarsuk.com/) Totstars The Playbarn, 36 Addington Village Road, Croydon, CR0 5AQ ## 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=totstars-the-playbarn-cr0-5aq-2821008) ## Google Reviews of Totstars The Playbarn 5.0 (4 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIS8wsMSKtvdHF5DYwyhxKL18zcmWpPeTZtSPx7Ol71InigJQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Natalie Whitworth 4 months ago I took my 15 month old for the stay and play on a Saturday morning. We both had the best time. It's a really relaxed, clean, enjoyable environment to play with your little one. Lots of different areas to play in for kids and good coffee to drink. We will definitely becoming back. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0WVdUTkljRWRRVldkQ2FWOWFjMnMzV1ROYU9IYxAB!2m1!1s0x487601e0042c39fd:0xd6b3aca2e44d7959) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKwTURoU-rwLWv0xVSN6i_jsqEg3RWrxxCGjVcOCbVkhW5s1w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Ryan H a year ago My daughter has been going here for a few months now and she loves it! All the staff are super amazing, nurturing and very creative with their play ideas. The children get to attend forest school too! We were travelling 30-35 minutes to our previous nursery (as we are super picky) - so happy now we have made the switch to Totstars - The Playbarn. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VQaV8wcDZEekp2VndnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487601e0042c39fd:0xd6b3aca2e44d7959) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUA3H-IhWcYV6HIoR72fgNoWSA88icAFP-qSlIJl9RKV7xB5i-S=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Robyn Miller a year ago My son has been attending The Playbarn 2 days per week for the last couple of months, he loves it. The team are wonderful. Every week they have new activities which are always very creative. He seems to be learning a lot and is always excited to go to nursery! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURJdWVTejlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487601e0042c39fd:0xd6b3aca2e44d7959) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXFdoNMrOOaCsbdM4n22goqP0I-nC4MgwWRX9cZzOCM3lq5qM2v=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Michaela Bambury a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNZbE5yQmZBEAE!2m1!1s0x487601e0042c39fd:0xd6b3aca2e44d7959) Reviews from Google for Totstars The Playbarn. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15470898960562747737&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history This provider hasn't received its first Ofsted inspection yet. We'll show the trend here once a graded report is published. ## Frequently asked about Totstars The Playbarn ### Which funding entitlements does Totstars The Playbarn accept? ### How are meals handled at Totstars The Playbarn? ### How can Totstars The Playbarn be contacted? ### What is the address of Totstars The Playbarn? ### What curriculum approach is used at Totstars The Playbarn? ## Nearby day nurseries in Croydon Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Totstars The Playbarn. - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.4 mi ### Play Place Wayside Nursery Croydon · CR0 9DX 4.2(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/play-place-wayside-nursery-cr0-9dx-ey475324) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Top Tots Daycare Croydon · CR0 8JD 4.8(19 Google reviews) ](/nursery/top-tots-daycare-cr0-8jd-ey558161) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY Croydon · CR0 9JE ](/nursery/southern-childcare-facilities-trading-as-acorn-nursery-cr0-9je-ey262789) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Elms Daycare Shirley Croydon · CR0 8RP 4.8(36 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-elms-daycare-shirley-cr0-8rp-ey489229) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.0 mi ### Small Explorers South Croydon · CR0 9BG ](/nursery/small-explorers-limited-cr2-8hr-2844685) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Small Explorers Croydon · CR0 9BG ](/nursery/small-explorers-ltd-cr0-9bg-ey500044) [See all nurseries in Croydon →](/search?q=Croydon) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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