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Croft Day Nurseries is an established and growing group of early years settings, with a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality childcare across the South of England.

At The Croft, the team are passionate about creating environments where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn. Each of the nurseries is thoughtfully designed to support children at every stage of their early development, combining engaging indoor spaces with opportunities for outdoor exploration.

Their approach is shaped by their core values of Communication, Independence, Respect and Community, which are woven through daily life at nursery. They believe these foundations help children build confidence, develop strong relationships and grow into curious, capable learners.

They are proud of the experienced and dedicated teams, who work closely with families to provide a nurturing, supportive and consistent environment for every child. Strong partnerships with parents are at the heart of what they do, ensuring each child’s individual needs are understood and supported.

Croft Day Nurseries Locations (4)

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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere
75 Woolwich Road, Upper Abbey Wood, London SE2 0DY 
9.8 77 reviews
Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere, London, London
"I am so delighted with my experience at Croft. They look after my son like family and he is happy and excited to go to nursery and is…"   Read all 77 reviews
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A beautiful Victorian property, The Croft Belvedere has been thoughtfully adapted to support early years learning. Established in 1991, it is one of the longest-standing nurseries in the area. ... Read more

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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale
75 Oakdale Road, Oakdale, Poole BH15 3LD 
9.3 59 reviews
Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale, Poole, Dorset
"My daughter has been attending since she was 9 months old and she is now 3; I couldn't have asked for a better nursery. The staff are so…"   Read all 59 reviews
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Croft Day Nursery in Oakdale is based in a beautifully converted former Methodist church, offering a bright, airy and spacious environment for children to learn and grow. The nursery has been ... Read more

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Croft Day Nursery - Bexleyheath
14 Upton Road, Bexleyheath DA6 8LQ 
8.0 34 reviews
Croft Day Nursery - Bexleyheath, Bexleyheath, London
"We feel very lucky that our son attends The Croft Bexleyheath. He has been attending since he was 9 months old and he absolutely loves it!…"   Read all 34 reviews
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The Croft's Bexleyheath nursery is based in a beautifully converted former cottage hospital, thoughtfully transformed into a spacious and well-equipped early years setting. Located close to the ... Read more

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Croft Day Nurseries Reviews (170)

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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Jessica W (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so delighted with my experience at Croft. They look after my son like family and he is happy and excited to go to nursery and is progressing so well with his physical and non physical skills. He is in the baby room and they have a great app where I can see what activities they do in a day and receive
wonderful updates on his progress and funny things he does in they day. The staff are so kind and caring of the children and I love the events they organise for special days and holidays. Could not recommend more, 10 stars!
Reply from Jo Williams, Nursery Manager at Croft Day Nursery - BelvedereThank you so much, Jessica, for taking the time to share such a lovely review. It means a great deal to our whole team to hear how happy your son is and how much you enjoy seeing his day through the app. Knowing he feels settled, excited to come in and is making such good progress is exactly what we hope for every child in our care. Your kind words about our team, activities and special events will really brighten everyone's day. Thank you for trusting us with your little one, we truly value being part of your family's journey at The Croft.
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from S C (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is so happy at The Croft, she has been there since she was 7 months old and has thrived. The staff are wonderful, warm and incredibly caring. Their communication is excellent and we completely trust them. The food I provided is freshly cooked and she setting itself isn't too large, so it
really feels homely:
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Gergana D (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Croft Nursery in Belvedere has been a fantastic experience for my son. He started in the Squirrel Room with Lily, who was incredibly caring and attentive. Now in the Badger Room, he's thriving thanks to Demi, Emily, and Aimee-supportive, nurturing, and deeply engaged in his development. As a working
parent, I truly value the regular updates through their family app, including photos and milestones that keep me connected to his day. The nursery is beautifully maintained, clean and constantly improving, with new equipment and sensory activities that my son loves. Any concerns I've raised have always been taken seriously and handled with care. Jenny and Jo, the managers, have been incredibly helpful and responsive throughout our journey. I'm so grateful for the love and attention my son receives every day. Croft Nursery is a truly special place. A final thank you to the finance team-equally professional and responsive. There are many names I haven't mentioned, but I thank the entire team!
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Andrew L (Father of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A really great nursery where both our daughter and now son have had wonderful experiences. Really good and caring staff. Both our children have been really looked after well. The pre-school prep was particularly good and helped with that transition. Cannot recommend it highly enough.
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Portia N (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We enrolled our 16 month old at the Croft day nursery Belvedere .Our experience has been very positive.
The staff are caring, professional, experienced.They communication with parents in an excellent and professional manner.The nursery maintains a clean, safe, stimulating environment that encourages
play-based learning, social interaction and independence.
The daily routine is structured,and flexible .Our child especially enjoys the activity's offered . Meals and snacks provided are healthy and varied.
We noticed significant improvement in our child's speech, social skills, confidence, routine and we feel confident in the level of care provided.
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Rosio D (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Im so glad my son is going to this nursery, after a long search and various failures we came to the croft and I cant be happier, my son is looked after very well and he love it there.
I trust the teachers 100% and I recommend this place enough
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Dmitri C (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really love the Croft. It's not too big, the opening times are really convenient for working parents, never have to worry about half term.
Everything is provided by the nursery, you only have to bring change of clothes.
Food is pretty good, they are well fed like 5 times a day.
They always have interesting
events like emergency services staff showing kids what they do, Alpaca's visiting, French lesson, drumming workshop and loads more.
The nursery uses a convenient app for sure important information like updates about my child's progress, interesting events that happening, photos, invoices, medicine forms, accidents etc..
I've never appreciated just how good the Croft nursery is until I spoke to other parents who have kids in other nurseries.
Highly recommend!
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Nikoleta B (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has blossomed since joining-her confidence, social skills, and curiosity have grown tremendously. The activities are creative and engaging, from learning through play to outdoor adventures, and it's clear the team puts so much thought into every day.
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Francesca L (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Passionate, kind & enthusiastic staff. Very attentive to my child's need and caring of his well being. Such a fantastic family feel. Two staff members have been fantastic and such a huge part of my son's journey in his early development. Can not wait for my daughter to join The Croft Belvedere.
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from Preyesh L (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is excellent nursery which look after my child really well, the staff are very supportive and supportive and work really hard to ensure my child is happy.
The nursery ensure that I am always up to date with my child progress and ensure we know any changes to nursery
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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

from AJ A (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing people work there. Always so happy & welcoming! Always willing to help! Great Nursery and amazing people. Have really helped develop my son. Really seen the difference from when he started a year ago!
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Nikki P (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending since she was 9 months old and she is now 3; I couldn't have asked for a better nursery. The staff are so friendly and put you at ease as you leave your child. They get to know your child and support them in whatever they need. First steps really does feel like a family.
I really like the fact that the staff that work here all seem really happy and they have been at First steps a long time - I think this is a really good indicator of what a lovely environment this is. My daughter loves playing outside and I love the fact they do water and messy play (something I don't have to clean up!). Activities are always structured and most days my daughter will come home with a picture she has created! We are moving up to the final room in September and I can't wait to watch the final year and see even more development from my little one. Thank you to the whole First Steps Team for welcoming us into your family.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you so much for your lovely review, it is so lovely to hear that your daughter is so settled and happy with us and the wonderful First Steps team.
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Sean G (Father of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been with First Steps from around 12 months old, she'll be leaving to start school in September. The staff at First Steps have been superb and made our little one feel safe and secure throughout! The setting is smaller than some others, but this is no way a bad thing, its a massive
plus! Our daughter knows everyone and has built some lovely friendships. I couldn't recommend First Steps highly enough!
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so pleased that your daughter has enjoyed her time with us at First Steps, and we hope to see her again one day in our holiday club!
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Chloe S (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't recommend First Steps more! My 3 year old absolutely loves going and coming home telling me about his day. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful! He leaves everyday with a huge smile on his face and excited to come back each day.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It is lovely to hear how happy your son is at First Steps and that the team have been so happy and helpful.
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so lucky the our kids have been at this nursery. My whole family always say how amazing they are. I cannot praise the staff enough for just how incredible they are at their jobs. My daughter has a scary medical condition and I was always nervous with the thought of leaving her but from the very
beginning the girls have taken the time to get to know all about it so they can contact me if they think somethings wrong. I am very lucky that I do not have to worry about her at all. My son also adores it here and they have made so many friends.


The girls even helped me with potty training twins which I just couldn't have done without them. They have contributed so much to their physical and emotional development, personalities and learning. Truly so thankful to have this amazing nursery on our door step with staff who genuinely care about what they do and the impact they have.

Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThat is such a lovely review, thank you so much for taking the time to write it. I will pass on your wonderful feedback to the team.
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Kim F (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sent both my children here. I trust them 100% and both my children have loved it. First steps have built the confidence in my youngest who was quite shy. I would recommend to anyone. Staff are great and communication good.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review, we are so happy that both of your children have loved coming to First Steps!
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from J W (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending 1st Steps since November 2024. He loves his time here and runs in every morning as he's so excited to see everyone! The team have been great with helping him wear different shoes, clothes and trying new foods. Nothing is ever to much! I can honestly say these girls are
amazing. I have one happy little boy, and his smile says it all every time I pick him up.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you so much for your lovely review, it's fantastic to hear that your little boy runs in with excitement each day and loves his time at First Steps!
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Lauren J (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First steps are fantastic! My little boy has the best time and really enjoys going into nursery, which, as a mum is all you could ever want and ask for. The team are great, they take great care in their roles and can't do enough, not just for the children but they're always there to talk to at drop
offs and pick ups should you have any concerns or questions and need advice. They really go above and beyond. Thank you.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you for your kind words, I am so pleased to hear that your little boy has settled so well at First Steps and I am very proud of the amazing team!
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Kitty P (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First Steps is a lovely nursery, we have sent our daughter for over a year now. They were so patient with helping her to settle in and easing my own worries as a parent of leaving my child in someone else's care. The team are always available to talk to about any worries you have or even just to reassure
you your little one is having a good day after an emotional drop off. Any queries we've had have always been met with open ears and healthy discussion to answer any concerns or queries. The management team have been extremely accommodating when we have had difficult issues to deal with outside of nursery and have helped us with childcare when they were under no obligation to. I feel the staff get to know the children as individuals and really do take the time to understand and try their best to meet the children's individual needs when able to do so. I would have no issue highly recommending First Steps Nursery Oakdale to any other parent looking for a nursery for their child.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are very proud of the amazing team at First Steps.
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Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale

from Daniel H (Father of Child) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing team and always there to help and support. Our daughter has been at first steps for nearly 3 years. Can honestly say the best choice we made was to send our daughter to first steps. Extremely grateful for everything they've done and how they helped her develop and now be ready to start the next
chapter of her journey at school. She'll be back for holiday clubs and ready to beat the boys at tug of war.
Reply from Caroline Jepson, Managing Director at Croft Day Nursery - OakdaleThank you for your great review, we are so pleased that your daughter has enjoyed her time at First Steps and look forward to seeing her again at our holiday club.
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