Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath

59 Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DR
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Elan Day Nursery in Haywards Heath offers high-quality Early Years care and education for children aged 3 months to 3 years. Recently refurbished, the setting features bright, airy rooms, engaging play spaces, and a spacious garden with year-round access. The nursery provides a nurturing environment guided by the Froebel approach, with enriching activities including Make & Bake, Tatty Bumpkins yoga, Boogie Mites music, and Forest School. Children benefit from freshly prepared meals by an on-site chef, local outings, and seamless transitions to Elan Preschool just steps away. With a dedicated, experienced team, inclusive SEN support, and strong parent partnerships via the Famly App, Elan creates a calm, homely atmosphere where children can confidently learn, explore, and grow. Conveniently located behind Haywards Heath station, it’s the perfect start for young learners.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Georgia (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 72

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 3 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 & Christmas

Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath Reviews (85)

9.9

Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath has 85 reviews.

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Review from O J (Father of Child) published on 20 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves it there. He enjoys the wide range of learning activities they do and just as importantly, he has a lot of fun. Like my daughter a couple of years ago, Elan is giving my son a great head start for when he starts school in September.
Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review of Elan Day Nursery. We are so pleased to hear that you have placed your second child in our care - we are really so grateful you chose us! We are passionate about providing a safe, healthy, fun and high-quality educational environment to each child in our care.
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Review from Laura R (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elan Nursery is just outstanding. Our youngest has been attending the nursery since July and he loves every day that he spends there. The staff are so kind and caring and really to get to know both the child and their families, therefore creating a real close-knit environment for all involved. The range
of activities is brilliant, as is the food. The little day trips are fantastic too.
Overall the level of care at Elan is second to none and makes us feel very lucky that both of our kids attend Elan (our eldest is now at the preschool) and have benefited from the high standards. Thanks, Elan!
Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review of Elan Day Nursery. We are so happy to hear that your son loves attending our nursery and that you are enjoying the community and environment we have to offer! We love supporting both children and their families in their Early Years journey, we know how important a community is during this time! Thank you for the feedback - the whole team truly appreciates it.
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Review from P V (Father of Child) published on 20 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Elan since they were 6 months old. One is 17 months old and in nursery and another is nearly 4 in pre-school. Both sites are composed of excellent staff and amazing utilities. The nursery has been upgraded recently to a very modern feel. Very well recommended to give your
children a great start to their early years.
Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review of Elan Day Nursery. We are so glad that you have entrusted us with both of your children's care and education and that you are pleased with the facilities and amazing team! Thank you for the recommendation too. Our wonderful team is truly dedicated to providing outstanding care and education to each child and their family.
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Review from Simone F (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy is very happy at the nursery and has been since he started 15 months ago. He has strong bonds with several members of staff. They are focused on a caring developmental environment that seems to be lots of fun for him. He is a particular fan of all the dancing and singing! The food is varied
and so good having a kitchen with chef to cater to them. He certainly tries a lot more different food there than he does at home. They make great use of the nearby park and woodland and also take them out on trips to the local shops and train stations. I’m happy with the updates received both at pick up and via the app. The nursery is just undergoing a massive refurbishment so looking forward to seeing the new modernised space when it’s all finished. I do wish there was a flexible option to do half days or a shortened day as I would make use of that for extra help in the week.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathHi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our team really take the time to form strong, supportive relationships with the children in their care which is so important in helping them to develop the confidence they need to thrive. Children enjoy tasty and nutritious meals from our qualified nursery chef which are packed with delicious flavours. Providing informative, detailed updates both via our app and during in-person handovers enables families to stay up-to-date on their little one's progress.
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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child has been at Elan Day Nursery now for 1.5 years and has had a fabulous experience overall. My child struggled to settle when they first started and the staff went to a lot of effort to help and reassure my child and myself. I find all the staff very caring and especially my child’s key worker
who goes above and beyond. The only disadvantage is the small outside space at the nursery. However my child goes on daily walks (weather dependent) to different places and gets to use the outside space. My child’s development has been brilliant and I put that a lot down to the nursery his language in particular has come along amazingly. I have recommended the nursery to friends.
Reply from Chris Holmes, Owner at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your very thoughtful review of our nursery. I am delighted that you and your child have had such a positive experience. We recognise that our outdoor space is limited and as you say we take the children out for daily walks. We also have lots of indoor space in our “studio” which means that the children can use the climbing frame and get lots of exercise. And of course, once they move to our nearby per-school they can enjoy our lovely garden there.
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Review from C N (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Elan Nursery is a fantastic setting for young developing minds. My son has attended since he was 9 months (nearly 3 now) and I have found the teams and key workers nothing but professional, informative and mostly full of care and love for the children they care for. The food is varied and the setting
and activities stimulating and interesting. My only negative is the day share app used isn't always that great. Aside from that a great nursery.
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Review from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming since September and has underlying health conditions. Everyone at the nursery has been extremely accommodating and understanding. My daughter has come on developmentally so well since starting. If staff don't understand they ask so they do. They go above and beyond. She loves
going to nursery and always had a great day, doing lots of different activities. The parent portal is great and gives an insight to their day.
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Review from Chris L (Father of Child) published on 2 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is really at home when at nursery. She loves all the different activities they do and always has a smile on her face when she sees where she's going. The staff are very friendly and caring. Even with Covid restrictions, they have always made sure we are updated on her progress.
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am always impressed with how Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath support our daughter in settling into new environments as well as supporting her development. The use of images and videos do show how she interacts with others as well as her development. This helps us to keep up with how she is growing
at nursery and to support and encourage her at home.
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Review from H J (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel very lucky that our son has such a brilliant preschool. He absolutely loves going to Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath and really enjoys his time there. He has lots of lovely friends and settled in very quickly when we moved from London. All of the staff are wonderful, they are so kind, helpful
and really care about the children. They always make time to feedback about the day and always report on so many activities that they have done that day. They really fill their days with lots of fantastic learning and fun!
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for a lovely review and so pleased you are happy with us.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath nursery and preschool are just fantastic. I have a son at preschool and a daughter, who has just started at the nursery. The team were fantastic settling her in, especially after a very strange first year of limited social interaction due to Covid-19 restrictions. The
team go above and beyond to support the children and parents. Would recommend for anyone from ten months to five years.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review, your little one has settled beautifully and always a pleasure to see her smile.
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath, he asks to go even on the days that are not nursery days. We are very happy with the care provided. The staff are so caring, attentive and I am always impressed at what my son has learnt at nursery.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathAh bless him, so lovely to hear your little one wants to come when he's not here. Roll on an Open Day and then he can! Thank you so much. Best wishes.
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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Elan since he was 8 months. We've been nothing but happy with both the nursery and pre-school. All the staff are caring and kind and he absolutely loves it. I cannot fault them and know that my other son is going to love it when he starts in a few months. Highly recommend to
anyone looking for a nursery or pre-school and who want a loving, nurturing environment.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review. We're looking forward to seeing you back again soon with your newborn. Best wishes.
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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My oldest son went from baby room through to pre-school at Elan, and my youngest is now in Explorers. Both my boys are so happy there, smiles from drop off to collection. The staff are friendly, happy and caring. There isn't much outdoor space at the nursery, but great that they get to the park every
day. They have a really varied day and mix of activities.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review. You're right, our outdoor space is limited but we are soon renovating the space we have and add a variety of activities to create a 'big, little garden'. As soon as lockdown lifts further, we will be able to expand our activities even further outdoors but you're right, the children love the park and the woods on a daily basis.
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Review from Anna T (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Elan aged 10 months and has absolutely loved it since day 1. The staff in the baby room have been fantastic and it's clear my son is very settled with them. It is hard leaving your baby for the first time and the staff were incredibly flexible and supportive to ensure he was settled
for his first full session and kept me up to date throughout. The range of activities they carry out are varied and stimulating and I love seeing my sons development via their app which is always kept up to date. I'm glad we chose this nursery and I couldn't recommend it enough. Thank you Elan!
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review. I'm really pleased you're happy and your little one is having a lovely time in the baby room. Best wishes.
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Review from Genevieve J (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff go above and beyond with the children, they are so lovely and kind and my little girl couldn't be happier. She arrives with smiles and leaves with an even bigger one!
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review, I really appreciate that. You have a very happy little girl and she really has a lovely day with us. Best wishes.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best reference we can give Elan Nursery (Perrymount Road) is how happy our child is each morning going out the door to nursery. He casually and happily walks through the front door of the nursery with no fuss. We have always found the staff positive, enthusiastic and responsive. We love seeing the
Parent Portal updates and learning/exploratory activities he undertakes each day - we are often surprised by how much he absorbs and shares with us when he comes home - from words to songs and always keen to tell us about his day.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you, what a beautiful review and very heartfelt. I'm so pleased you're happy. Best wishes.
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Review from G H (Father of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When we drop our son off in the morning he's happy and excited, looking forward to a big cuddle with the staff. When we collect him he's happy and excited because he's had a wonderful day. We know this, thanks to the many updates, photos and videos we are sent every day, detailing activities, learning,
play and the delicious meals (often I'm jealous) he gets to eat. We have got to know all staff at Elan and all are professional, friendly, knowledgeable and really care about our boy. Thank you Elan!
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for such a lovely review, means so much that you're happy and your little one loves his time with us. Our new chef really is doing a fabulous job, the children really enjoy his food. Thank you and best wishes.
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Review from T B (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband and I have been extremely impressed with Elan Nursery in Haywards Heath. The staff provide a friendly and nurturing environment where our daughter has really progressed and flourished. It is clear the staff are invested in the children as individuals and go out of their way to facilitate
personal growth. We would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathThank you for your review, really appreciate it. The good news is, we will be renovating the garden soon to add interactive activities on the walls and make it our 'big, little garden'. We will continue to use the facilities outside the nursery in addition; the children simply love going to the woods. Best wishes.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The three ladies in the baby room are exceptionally caring and they organise great activities. We really like the fact that there is a chef cooking the food in the same building. We'd like to have in advance the menu for the week/month for the meals so we can plan better the meals at home, and maybe
to include more fish and less mincemeat in your menus. We'd like more pics and videos in the app to see how our baby interacts with other babies.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards HeathDear Candi, thank you for your review; it is very much appreciated.
We have a new chef. and he is in the process of preparing a new menu. so as soon as they are ready, I will send them to you. I hope you like them. I take your notes on board; thank you.
We are striving all the time to add more pictures and photos. and hope you like the biweekly newsletter/video we are sending out. Your little one has settled really well into nursery and in time, you will see many more photos and videos as she grows with us.
Thank you for your kind thoughts about the baby room staff; they really are very caring and passionate about their role.
Best wishes.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.868)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10 for Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.868 for Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath is calculated as follows: ( (238 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 272 Ratings = 4.868
  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 Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath is based on 23 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 72 number of registered child places is 14.4, which has been reached with 23 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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Georgia

Georgia

Job Title: Nursery Manager

With nearly 10 years of experience in the Early Years sector, Georgia has grown her career from apprentice to Nursery Manager, achieving her Level 2 and 3 qualifications and excelling in roles such as practitioner, team leader, and deputy. She brings a wealth of expertise and is passionate about creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive. Georgia is a hands-on leader who loves being involved in children’s learning and play while maintaining an open-door policy for staff and parents.

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