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 (80)

9.8

Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath has 80 reviews.

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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter absolutely adores going to preschool. Her learning and development have come on leaps and bounds since she moved up in January. It’s wonderful to know she is having so much fun and learning at the same time.
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Review from B M (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 3-year-old daughter loves Elan Pre-School - she gets so much out of all the activities, the facilities are great, staff are so caring and they have handled the covid situation incredibly well - we are really impressed!
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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children at Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath. One in the baby room and one at preschool. My older one has been at Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath since he was one. He is starting school in September and his experience at Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath has really given him a great head
start for school and given him lots of confidence. My baby goes happily and gets excited every time! Obviously he feels very safe and has lots of fun. The staff are so caring and both boys have a strong bond with their key workers. The nursery provides a range of fun and educational activities, including lots of messy play and new experiences. They go on trips to the park and woods which often involves an interesting activity or task. The food provided by Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath own chef is fantastic with lots of very nutritious and interesting meals. It is such a lovely nursery and we couldn't recommend it highly enough.
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Review from T W (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children moving through the nursery and am so impressed with the care and support they receive. The thing that I like the most is the positive relationships they have built with the staff. The staff give detailed, honest feedback at the end of the day and share many activities and joys that
the children have had but they are also open if there has been any upsets. I really appreciate this honesty and find it very reassuring. They welcome my children with smiles and open arms and I couldn’t ask for more.
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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath. My son bonded very quickly with his key worker and is clearly very happy there. All the staff at the nursery are so caring and nurturing, it is evident that they really do love the children. It makes it a lot easier to leave my child and go to
work in the knowledge that he is happy and loved at nursery.
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Review from Lorna L (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath is wonderful. Our little girl settled there from day one. The staff in the baby room have been amazing, they always take the time to tell us stories about what my daughter has been up to and they have such a great bond with the babies. We really appreciate the regular
app updates, pictures and the huge variety of activities they get up to. All you have to do is see the kids running in there and cuddling the staff hello to know it’s a fantastic, fun and nurturing place. Couldn’t recommend it more highly.
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Review from Ellie T (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started going to Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath when he was six months old and is now one. When we arrive, he is always very excited and cannot wait to go in. The staff are brilliant, very friendly and have formed a lovely bond with my son. Always kept stimulated with messy play, arts and
crafts, walks in the park and of course lots of playing with his friends. Having a chef onsite is great, knowing that he is getting freshly prepared home cooked food every time. Having the app is very helpful, the staff put updates on throughout the day on what he has eaten, when he has slept and what he has done, they also put pictures and videos up. Working in childcare myself I have very high standards but I honestly could not recommend Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath enough.
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Review from Bri B (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter goes to Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath preschool five days per week since July 2020. She loves it there and is excelling in all areas. The staff there are lovely and caring towards the children. One of the reasons why I chose them is that they have a chef who cooks from scratch as children's
nutrition is important. I love that they celebrate all holidays as my daughter is American. My daughter's writing and vocabulary improved since going there. I know she will be ready for when she starts school this coming September.
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Review from Katherine R (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath since she was thirteen months, seeing how much she has grown in confidence and how she is a very happy, excitable toddler is a joy to see. She is currently in explorers and often enjoys daily trips to the park, exploring the woods. The staff
have been brilliant and supportive during these uncertain times. I would highly recommend Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath to prospective parents.
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Review from Jordan R (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy sending our son to Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath! He’s been going since October and straight away we saw him progressing very quickly with his walking and motor skills. The staff are so lovely and really care about the kids, my son absolutely loves going to nursery and we wouldn’t
send him anywhere else. We would highly recommend elan to everyone.
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Review from Rebecca N (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very impressed by this nursery. Staff are plentiful, very friendly and professional. My preschooler has been extremely happy and very stimulated. The manager inspires confidence and dealt with a small issue very well.
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Review from Debra H (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our two and a half year old son attends Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath once a week and absolutely loves it. He talks fondly about the practitioners, his friends and the fun activities. Following Covid-19, our situation changed but Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath were able to be flexible so we could
adjust his schedule accordingly, which was very much appreciated. I feel the most important aspect of a nursery is that the child comes home happy and having done and learnt something new, which he does every week.
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Review from Amie W (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is currently attending Elan Nursery, Haywards Heath and is in explorers. My son left Elan pre-school last year. I cannot speak more highly of Elan. Both settings offer a nurturing environment filled with staff who are passionate and care about every child. The fact that my 2 year runs into nursery
every day with hardly a wave of goodbye says everything to me about Elan. Pre-school also set my 4 year old superbly for school. It makes for the strange feeling of leaving your children in early years child care so much easier when I know they have such an amazing time.
Reply from Sallianne Robinson, Manager at Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath
Thank you for a lovely review. We are so pleased you are happy and we love having your children with us.
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Review from Bethan F (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started here about six weeks ago, aged nine months. The staff could not have done more to ensure both he and I were happy and settled. The range of activities the practitioners carry out are varied and interesting - they genuinely love what they do and it shows. The on-site chef creates delicious,
healthy meals for the children and the menu is varied daily. My son eats better than me. All in all, I cannot recommend this nursery more, I'm so glad we chose it for our son.
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Review from James H (Father of Child) published on 17 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in baby room at Elan nursery at 10-months-old and has since moved into toddlers. During his time at nursery he has built great bonds with staff and is so happy there. He has grown in confidence and developed great social skills. The app is a great way to see what he has been doing throughout
the day and we love the daily photos of the varied activities. The staff are all very welcoming and caring and we feel very happy that he’s in great hands while we are working.
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Review from Kat A (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can not recommend Elan highly enough. My son is due to leave for school September and I am so grateful for their input into his development since he joined at aged 7 months. The bond and memories the teachers create with the children is incredible.
I was initially concerned about the lack of outside
space at the nursery site but both sites make good use of the park and going for walks.
Their response to the COVID situation has been incredibly professional as well as flexible, the protocols they have in place significantly reduced any doubts I had.
Whilst COVID means I am now working from home for the foreseeable future, proximity to the station is less important, however, I have not hesitated in sending my youngest. Five sessions in and the team have done an amazing job of getting her settled.
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Review from Lora W (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Elan for the past year and is currently absolutely loving life in the Explorers Room. Being brand new to the area, I visited quite a few nurseries and there was pretty much no competition for me in picking Elan. It had by far the best feel and the welcoming nature of all the staff
I met during my visit was so reassuring. I was very apprehensive as we were moving to a new area, house etc but Elan could not have made this easier for us. My son's key person treats him like her own, he adores her and doesn't stop telling me about all the things they've done that day. He comes back absolutely covered in glitter/paint/sticky things/food and a huge smile on his face. I couldn't want more from a nursery, I know he is getting the best care and I couldn't want more then knowing he is happy and in safe hands while I have to go to work. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Elan to anyone looking for a nursery setting for their child.
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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Elan since May 2019, my husband and I have been really impressed by the level of care and overall quality of management, especially in terms of their conduct during the pandemic. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery wholeheartedly and really endorse the absolutely fantastic
care they give.
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Review from Kirsty L (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has settled really well at Elan (she's in toddlers). She loves the staff there and is happy when we come to collect her. The app is great, we love being able to check in throughout the day. Though there isn't a big play space outside there's a big park across the road and staff are great
at taking them out for activities where they can enjoy playing outside.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been at Elan since he was 14 months. Now he is 31 months old. Throughout this time, the care and attention my little one got is outstanding. Staff are well trained and almost everyone is very pleasant. My little one has been learning since day 1 and it surprises us how quickly his IQ level
and understanding is improving with time. Food is great at Elan, lots of outdoor activities (parks/woods) for kids as there is not much outdoor play area. My son loves his carers and knows everyone with their names as they genuinely care and indulge with kids. As a parent, I get time to time updates and have parent meetings with staff. I would surely recommend Elan to any new parent who wants their child to grow in a safe, caring, educational, fun and loving environment.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.849)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) 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 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.849 for Elan Day Nursery, Haywards Heath is calculated as follows: ( (192 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 225 Ratings = 4.849
  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 19 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 72 number of registered child places is 14.4, which has been reached with 19 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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