Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school

33 Knoll Rise, Orpington BR6 0EJ
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  • Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school, Orpington
Kindred Orpington is a high-quality provider of early years education and fun, located in an area with good transport links and local amenities.

Children learn through investigation and play and there are plenty of age-appropriate spaces, indoor and out, for children to explore.

Child-led learning is promoted within the nursery and a highly motivated staff team knows that children learn best when they follow their own interests and preferences.

The nursery chef provides a daily menu of tasty and nutritious meals and snacks for children to enjoy, with any special dietary requirements taken into account.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kelly Walton (Area Manager )

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 55

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school Reviews (21)

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Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.672) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school has 21 reviews.

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Review from Ryan N (Father of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter enjoys her time in this nursery. She's always excited to come in. She has learned a lot while in this nursery and we are grateful to all the staff members. They are all kind and friendly. Their communication and the app is great as well.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time at the nursery and that she's learning and growing every day. Our team takes great pride in…read more
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Review from Rae D (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the staff at Kindred Orpington.


No question is too silly and no request is too much.


They are so attentive with the children & you can see the bonds each child has with the staff.


I am quite a worrisome parent, and the care my children receive & the updates throughout the

day put my mind at rest.


All the staff, from the nursery teachers through to the nursery manager & deputy managers, genuinely care about the children.


They take their time to get to know the childrens personalities individually helping them through every obstacle and milestone.

Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear how reassured you feel by the care and attention your children receive at Kindred Orpington. Our team takes great pride in…read more
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Review from F W (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kindred Orpington is a wonderful nursery with a caring, diverse team that work hard to make sure the children are always happy. They plan daily fun activities as well as special events to ensure the children are always reaching their full potential. Their communication is great, and you never feel out
of reach for support and reassurance when leaving your little one with them.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your little one is happy at Kindred Orpington and enjoying the daily activities and special events. Our team takes great…read more
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I'm happy with the level of care however I was very concerned by the lack of air con/ cooling facilities when it was hot. The air con unit in the entrance does not work and there is nothing in the rooms, I felt bad leaving her there for the day. Something needs to be done about this.


However the

staff are lovely, my child enjoys the toys, food and leaders on their room
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We're so pleased to hear that you are happy with the care your child receives and the nurturing environment we provide. Creating a true home from home,…read more
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery at Kindred. Always comes home looking like shes had a great day playing and exploring. She eats well there and as parents we are kept well informed of all her actions throughout the day. I know all the staff are lovely but if I had one bit of advice it would
be to introduce all the staff who would be in the room with her as i see faces I don't know a lot, but as I said they are all lovely. They've also been really accomodating with job changes and emergency pick ups by another member of our family. Couldn't recommend them more.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. It's wonderful to hear that your daughter enjoys her time with us as her Kindred family. We love to help her grow and thrive through the creation of…read more
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Review from S M (Father of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Everyone cares for the kids so well. They are happy and stimulated. They form close bonds. Nothing is too much to assist parents. Thank you for all you have done for our children, it is appreciated
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and for being a part of our family here at Kindred Orpington. We know that communication with our parents is paramount and we will always be here to pass on information…read more
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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Kindred nursery. Our child has been attending for two years and is learning lots and has come on leaps and bounds. The staff and management are great and really care about the children. Would highly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Emma Avery, Marketing Assistant at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased how much your child has developed since joining our nursery 2 years ago. The team treat every child as if they are their own and plan…read more
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Kindred Orpington since March 2024 when she had just turned one.
Overall she is very well cared for and enjoys her time there. She often comes home saying or doing things we haven't taught her at home. She has formed a strong bond with her key worker from the Baby Room
who still goes above and beyond for her, despite her now being in Toddler Room.
There have been a number of staff changes in Toddler room over recent months, however, the long term staff are excellent.
I look forward to our second baby starting there later in the year.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear how well your daughter has settled at Kindred Orpington and that she is coming home with new words and skills-it's always wonderful to witness…read more
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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended the nursery since they were 12months old. She is now 20 months old and attends 4 days a week. Every morning she is so excited to attend, she loves the food, her friends and most importantly the staff. She has formed lovely and close relationships with all the Kindred staff,
they are caring, thoughtful and great communicators. The activities they arrange are varied and garden facilities are great.
I'm so pleased we chose Kindred as her nursery as she is thriving with their support!
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and for being a part of our family here at Kindred Orpington. It's wonderful to hear that your daughter is so happy and settled with us in her home from home. We love…read more
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Review from E N (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Kindred Orpington since April last year and she absolutely loves it, the staff are all super friendly and she has really bonded with a number of them. She has great fun every day doing different activities and often coming home very messy, which in my eyes is a sign of
a day of fun!
It has made our nursery experience very easy and we are very happy with it.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and for being a part of our family here at Kindred Orpington. We love being able to help out little ones to grow and thrive and if that means getting a little messy in…read more
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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2.5-year-old has been here for 2 years. They're fabulous. The staff are all so friendly and caring. My 2nd child has been welcomed at pick-up times and everyone has been so excited- really felt like family. They do lots of activities. Appear to eat well. Most staff know his name even not in his room.
Recommend.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. Thank you for your kind compliments about our staff, we think they are all very special too. We really do see ourselves as a family here at Kindred…read more
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff members, I love that they update us by sending photos and a list of what my child has or hasn't eaten. My child comes back home every day with a smile and explains how much she's enjoyed the different activities that were available.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and for being a part of our family here at Kindred Orpington. All we can ask is that all our children are happy whilst in our care and it makes us beam to know that your…read more
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Review from Paul C (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been attending since mid-January 2024 and has settled in very well. They give us regular updates via their app, with lots of fun activities they have been doing. The staff are very friendly and our son has bonded well with them.
Reply from Emma Avery, Marketing Assistant at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased to hear your son has settled well and built bonds with the team since starting in January. We love our app and how it can keep you updated throughout the…read more
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Review from Angie A (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My granddaughter goes to this nursery and is very happy. When I pick her up she is always smiling and enjoys her day. The toddler room staff are chatty and friendly and she has lots of fun, the garden is lovely and nice to see her running around with her friends.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. It is very much appreciated and we thank you for allowing us to be a part of your little ones early years journey and for being a part of our Kindred family. Here's to…read more
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Review from Chloe B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughters have been attending this setting since they were two and have been very happy here. The staff are lovely and very helpful. Two particular members of staff have been a constant source of stability and are firm favourites.
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending Kindred Orpington (Babies Room) since September 2023 and is very happy there. The nursery has a large outdoor space with lots of activities, which was an important factor for us in choosing it. The children do plenty of organised developmental play as well as free play. Immediately
after Kindred took over running the nursery the staff were in a state of flux, with quite a few agency workers, but this has now resolved. The staff who have been recruited are kind & on the ball.
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Review from Carly T (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In early 2023, Kindred took over this nursery, after the transition they hired a new nursery manager to manage and lead the nursery, working together with a long-serving staff member (deputy manager who everyone loves). Their dedication to making sure the children have a safe and friendly environment,
whilst adjusting and aligning to new ownership values and ways is admirable. The staff in the preschool room are amazing at helping the children learn and gain their trust in a fun environment. Three other staff members are great at ensuring babies and toddlers have an organised calmness, working together across rooms to suit the children's needs. This is so important at such a developmental age for our children. Through the teamwork illustrated in recent months, the ladies are really building out a fun safe environment for the children to thrive at such an impressionable stage in their lives. Well done ladies.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review.
Transitions can be a tricky time, so we really do appreciate your understanding of everything we've put into place to ensure that our little ones are at the forefront…read more
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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son, who is two, has attended since he was seven months old.
I really like Sunnyfields. It was the most homely and welcoming of all the settings we looked at.
The permanent staff are wonderful. He has formed strong bonds with his room carers. The site managers are a pleasure to deal with.
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menu, especially lunch (the main meal), is varied and reasonably healthy.
I appreciate the effort that goes into the “extras” Sunnyfields provides - highlights being the parents’ Cluedo night and summer fun days. One of the staff built the wooden garden train with her dad - an example of the commitment that goes into making it such a lovely place.
There have been issues with staff retention and central comms, particularly around the takeover, but the former is, I think, just reflective of the state of the childcare industry, and the latter will hopefully improve with time. What really matters is I am very happy to leave my son here. He is learning and having fun.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review.
Your children are the most important thing to you, and you as a parent need to feel happy when you leave them in our care that they are safe, happy and having fun. We…read more
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am pleased with the nursery; they are caring and organised and provide a safe and interesting environment for children with a holistic approach to childcare.
My son, age 3, enjoys his time there and has grown in confidence, and I feel reassured he is looked after very well.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your review.
We are your little one's home from home, and as such, we like to make sure they are settled and happy with their nursery family. We encourage learning through play, and…read more
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Review from David S (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Really good. Staff polite. Great playground. Good size rooms for the children. No complaints. Staff have been very informative in telling me, as a father, how my child has been doing in the nursery and also building confidence and learning skills.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review.
The team at Sunnyfields are all pleased that you are happy with the care and development your child receives whilst in our care.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.672)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.672) out of 10 for Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.672 for Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (152 Excellents x 5) + (38 Goods x 4) + (13 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.672
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 55 number of registered child places is 11, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

Kelly

Kelly Waltham

Job Title: Area Manager Joined: 2022

I am the Area Manager for Kindred Orpington.

Sophie

Sophie Williams

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

Hello, my name is Sophie and I have been working in childcare since 20018. I started my career as a nursery practitioner but have progressed with my love for the sector and am now the deputy manager here at Kindred Orpington.


I have always had a passion for working with children and helping them to grow and develop is the most rewarding thing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school accepts?

Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school Open?

Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school have capacity for?

Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school has capacity for a total of 55 Children.

How far is Kindred Orpington Nursery and Pre-school to the centre of Orpington?

0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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