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Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

Elmhurst School, 44-48 South Park Hill Road, South Croydon CR2 7DW
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Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School), South Croydon
Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School), South Croydon
Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School), South Croydon

Little Elmhurst Nursery provides a welcoming and stimulating learning environment for girls and boys between the ages of six months and three years. The nursery is located in a bright, purpose-built classroom with its own outdoor area and is open from 8am until 6pm each weekday.

Following an exciting curriculum, children are able to develop at their own pace and are supported with the best possible preparation for their school years....  

Funding & Fees

Open 51 weeks per year.

Minimum booking: 6 sessions:

- Full Day, 8:00am-6pm (incl. lunch and tea): £84

Contact Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School) to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Amy Hyland (Nursery Manager)

Admission Information

  • Boys and girls at 6 months to 36 months

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 11

Total Places for Children

  • 44

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 3 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

  • Inset days, 13th April, 3rd July and 1st & 2nd September 2026

Parking

  • Lots of parking available.

Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School) Reviews (35)

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Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School) has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.035) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School) has 35 reviews.

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Review from Ewurasi N (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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Little Elms is a dream! I could not have chosen a better pre-school for my son. The staff are warm and friendly and show genuine care and passion for the welfare and development of each of the children. I particularly like the emphasis on teaching the children to be independent, preparing them for reception, while being attentive to their individual needs and creating a safe space for the expression of their feelings. My son tells me every day how much fun he’s had from playtime on the pirate ship to forest school to yoga. I cannot recommend this school enough!

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We take great pride in our care for the boys, and are so pleased this resonates with you.

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Review from A V (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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Good school, very caring. Our son is happy to go to school, lots of individual care. Staff work tirelessly from early morning to late in the evening, we get emails about homework or work we can do at the weekend, which is really amazing.

Lots of initiatives, forest school, and lots of communication from school which is really appreciated. There is a video channel, and they try to make the most of lockdown with online meetings and get-togethers. Highly recommended.

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

I am so pleased that you feel this way! We really do care about each and every boy and are so proud of the achievements they make. We adore sharing these with you and think communication is a huge part in the care we provide. Thank you so much for your kind review.

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Review from Aparna V (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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I will highly recommend Little Elms to any parent looking for a nursery for their little one.

The nursery provides a very nurturing and secure atmosphere which is vital for the growth of young minds. They feel welcomed and are at comfort in the environment. The office staff is very helpful and very welcoming. One member of staff, in particular, is a lovely nursery teacher who is very approachable and always there to discuss any issues and support the kids. And another member of staff has amazing patience and creativity that keeps them engaged and learn things while having fun. My son is so proud to be an Elmhurst boy and loves to go to school. Thank you Little Elms!

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

I love this, thank you so much. We strive to ensure all the boys are happy, settled and engaged in their learning. I'm so pleased you see this through Little Elms. Having the boys love their learning and school, sets them up well for Reception and future learning. An added bonus in Little Elms is...  

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Review from Seb N (Father of Child) published on 18 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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A great nursery, with a family feel, which has given two of my sons an amazing start. I'm very fortunate to have had the nursery teacher look after my youngest last year, and not only is she all-round lovely person, but my son has progressed in reading and maths beyond our expectations. On top of that the leadership team under the head of the lower school is always there if there are any questions or issues. Thank you Elmhurst!

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

How lovely, thank you so much! As a carer, I can't tell you how much I love seeing the boys grow and learn. I have the added bonus of meeting amazing parents who not only support their boys but us as teachers too. I'm lucky enough to get extra time with them through the After School programme as well!

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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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Little Elms has been absolutely amazing! My son loves it at his pre-school. The teachers are extremely supportive and helpful.

Forest school has been fun for the kids. The communication between parents and teachers has been excellent! Any time I needed to find anything out the teachers have been extremely quick to respond. My son loves his teachers. They have been fab! I would absolutely recommend Little Elms to other parents. Elmhurst is an excellent school!

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

Thank you for your response! Communication is key I believe. Why should I just get the joy of seeing wonderful learning, funny anecdotes, and amazing pieces of work, when I can share them with you too. I'm so glad that you feel this way too.

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Review from Reema P (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020 Submitted via Website
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My son thoroughly enjoyed his time in Little Elms. I could not have asked for a better start to his schooling! The Little Elms teacher and her support staff are an absolute delight - creating an engaging and stimulating environment for the boys to learn in. Each child is taken as an individual and helped to grow in the most nurturing setting. Anytime I had questions or concerns they were quickly addressed and answered/dealt with. It was amazing to see my son so happy and excited to go to Little Elms in the mornings and then having so much to tell me at pick up time.

Thank you for helping my son grow in confidence, independence and make learning so much fun for him!

Reply from Mrs King, Pre-Reception Lead at Little Elmhurst Nursery (part of Elmhurst School)

I'm so glad you feel this way, thank you for your wonderful and heartfelt review. Learning in a nurturing and stimulating environment is so important for us as a team, and a school. Being able to send the boys home with so much to say means we are doing something right! As a parent myself, I love...  

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Review from Asha (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son absolutely loves Little Elms and it's not just the friends that he's made. He's confident when addressing adults and other boys within the school and I think this is, in part, due to the way the school is set up... It is almost as if the whole school is set up for new boys especially the youngest ones. The activities within Little Elms are engaging, fun and informative. He's happy, smiling and talkative as they staff within Little Elms give him the time, encouragement and respect to enable his learning which is tailored for him. There is a range of activities organised for the boys including music, ICT, French and cooking. The latter might be his favourite! He has come home with a breadstick sparkler, pizza face, cheese sandwich. The Digital Learning Journey documents his learning - there are photographs, videos and text all linked to the EYFS, a great system. All staff are approachable and communication has been great. Little Elms is a super introduction to the education system.

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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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I am the mother of a really bright boy and we were looking for a nursery that would meet his needs while keeping him well rounded and happy! Little Elms Nursery has been great in every way! He loves it there! Both teachers are kind, hands-on and passionate about the kid's development.

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Review from Noreen (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son is extremely happy, well cared for and is coming out of his shell a little more every day under the care of his teachers. Couldnt be happier with my choice of school for my little boy.

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Review from Kiran S (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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This nursery is amazing. From the quality of teachers, the care they give, the availability of wraparound care, and the manners and discipline instilled in the boys, but in a fun and creative atmosphere - it’s just the best money we’ve spent. My son loves going. He’s made lots of lovely friends. He is so excited to go and do new things every day.

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Review from Nwanne I (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2018 Submitted via Website
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I am quite happy and impressed with the quality of teaching and nurturing the boys are given. The warm and friendly attitude of the teachers towards the boys and their parents is remarkable. I would highly recommend Little Elms to any parent looking for an excellent nursery for their child or children.

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Review from Orla (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Since starting at Little Elms Nursery my son has developed so much in all areas: His confidence, his language, his thought processes.
He loves Elmhurst. They listen to his needs and fulfil them. Respect goes both ways, manners are a must and I love that.

He'll continue at Elmhurst as learning is fun. The teachers love to teach and the kids learn by having a place where being a child and all that crazy imagination is encouraged.

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Review from Howard (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Since my son joined the Little Elms Nursery there has been a great improvement in his activities. He has progressed beyond his year as described by his teachers and that has only come about as a result of the school he is attending. Improved speech, always wants to make his voice heard, tells me when he is not happy with activities. All things he never did before. The staff are very friendly and welcoming all the time. They take the time to know each boy individually as they are all conscious learning is not the same in every child.

I would recommend Elmhurst to any parent.

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Review from Vasavi N (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Little Elms Nursery provides a very warm nurturing atmosphere for the boys to learn. The Staff are exceptional, the kids are very attached to them. My little one has tremendously improved in his communication, learning and confidence. The main key positives are:
Parents can know the activities planned for the week on a notice board, which helps to work on the same at home.
Each week is well planned to provide a continued learning in phonics and numbers. Interactive storytelling each day helps the kids to develop the habit of book reading.
Kid's activities are logged every day as pictures/videos on an online digital learning book, parents .which is very helpful for busy parents.

I am very pleased and happy that I have chosen this place.Planning to send my younger one as well once he is ready.

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Review from Toni L (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic teachers good support providing love and care for my child. Very welcoming providing excellent activities and teaching for my child to learn and grow. We have seen a great improvement in our child.

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  • Posted: Sunday 29 Jun 2025Little Elmhurst has been open and running for a few months now, how wonderful it has been. We've welcomed babies, girls, boys, and new children ready for their Elmhurst journey....
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Awards / Recognitions (2)

  • Recipient: Bellevue EducationDate: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019
  • Recipient: Bellevue EducationDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018

Meet the Team (1)

Amy Hyland Job Title: Little Elmhurst Lead Joined: 2026
Amy Hyland

Meet Miss Hyland – Our New Nursery Manager

We are delighted to welcome Miss Hyland to Little Elmhurst as our new Nursery Manager.

Miss Hyland joins us with over 10 years of experience working within nursery settings, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to early years education. As a qualified Level 3 Practitioner, she has developed strong expertise in supporting young children’s learning, development, and well-being.

Throughout her career, Miss Hyland has been committed to creating nurturing, engaging environments where children can thrive, explore, and grow in confidence. She is passionate about building positive relationships with children, families, and staff, and is excited to become part of the Little Elmhurst community.

We are thrilled to have her leading our nursery and look forward to the positive impact she will bring.

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