Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham

265 Eltham High Street, London SE9 1TY
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Don't miss the opportunity to give a child the gift of a magical learning experience at Crafty Wizards Pre-school in Eltham!

Children 2 to 5 years thrive in a stimulating, play-based environment designed to build confidence. Explore the facilities including their outside wooden cabin, meet the team and hear how they make learning magical through creativity.

Based at the far end of Eltham High Street, Crafty Wizards Eltham is a hub for regular trips where real life learning happens, trips to the library, Eltham Park South, Avery Hill Park, the fire station and many community initiatives.

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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Matthew Byrne (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 5

Total Places for Children

  • 25

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham Reviews (78)

9.9

Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.891) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham has 78 reviews.

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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since starting in September, our son's development has been remarkable. He has gained confidence, wonderful communication skills and has built lovely relationships with staff. We love the regular updates regarding the nursery's daily activities and the nursery have been very helpful providing educational
resources outside of nursery time. We highly recommend this nursery, new parents should feel confident sending their children here - they're in very good hands.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Magic-nificent! Thank you for your sparkling review. It is lovely to hear that your son has settled in so well. We have been busy making more educational resources for further home learning bags, you…read more
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Review from Amber H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Crafty Wizards World Pre-School has been a lifeline for our family! They care about supporting each child as an individual and go above and beyond to set our children up for success! They have been very generous with their time - I never feel rushed and I can tell that they legitimately care about my
child.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Sparkling! Thank you for your review, it is heartwarming to hear that we have been able to support your Crafty Wizard and family during this tricky time. We have been focusing on our communications…read more
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Review from Florence P (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn’t be happier with Crafty Wizards World Pre-School. My little one has been there for five months so far, and she absolutely loves going to nursery. She has made a strong connection with all the nursery staff and is always chatting about them and asking for them by name. It is a very nurturing
environment and communication with the parents is great. It’s lovely to see and read about the wide range of activities the children do each day.
Also, their response to the pandemic has been excellent, and we have felt very happy to keep sending her in. I would recommend Crafty Wizards to any parent/carer.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
This is 'spell'-endid! Thank you for taking the time to review us. It has been a tricky time for all with Covid-19 and it is nice to hear that you believe that we have done everything that we can to…read more
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Review from Miki S (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended crafty Wizards for 18 months and when she left my son started. My daughter has ASD and when she started crafty Wizards they were a massive support for our family. This was totally new for us and they were patient and understanding and educated us on how we could ensure she was getting
the help she needed. They helped us apply for additional support to attend and thrive at Crafty Wizards as well as putting us in touch with the correct therapists. Always going above and beyond to ensure this. They were so inclusive of her and took the time to understand her needs. I always felt totally safe and secure leaving her there which was amazing. My son has a speech delay and again they have supported and assisted him in finding his voice. I feel so lucky that they were able to attend here and I can’t imagine a better place or a more understanding place for children with additional needs.
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Review from Annabel C (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery! The staff have always been so welcoming and have made myself and my children feel at ease. We as a family have built great relationships with the staff here I cannot fault them which is why I came back to them with child no.2. Really helped with my son's delayed speech too.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
5 STARS! There is no better recommendation than bringing your second child back to the same pre-school! Our staff work hard to make magical learning opportunities, encouraging creativity and offering…read more
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Review from Sally B (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t recommend this nursery chain enough. It was recommended to me by my sister-in-law who has had all three of her children go through and both my children have attended from 2yrs up to school age. The staff are kind, caring, creative and supportive and the Director goes above and beyond to ensure
the children are always actively learning in creative ways indoors and outdoors and is always at each of the sites teaching the children himself. Children are encouraged to have a growth mindset and believe that anything is possible and that we are all equal and to treat each other so even at such a young age. Both of my children have left ready for school in terms of their attitude, well-being and academically.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Wow! This is a review with extra sparkle! Thank you so much. I (Matthew), am actively involved supporting all sites and love to be creative with planning and supporting our Crafty Wizards. I'm about…read more
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Review from T S (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We can't be happier that we chose Crafty Wizards for our son. The positive attitude, energy, dedication and creativity of staff just amazes us on an ongoing basis. We love that they provide such a great, varied, exciting and engaging learning and play opportunities, which they also share with us as
parents. We have seen a major improvement for our son, in his language and verbal abilities, social skills and beyond. The nursery has a very positive impact on him and he is looking forward to going each day, often calling out names of staff and his play friends. The staff are very friendly, supporting and caring and knowledgeable at the same time. We feel our son is in perfect hands when we leave him in the morning. Please keep up the amazing work you do.
Reply from Matthew Byrne at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Thank you for your magic-nificent review! We all do work hard to provide the best learning opportunities around our Crafty Wizards interests and needs; in a fun and creative way. We work hard to…read more
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Crafty Wizards World Pre-School in Eltham is amazing. They really know how to work their magic. My son is really happy, and so am I. They make his first nursery experience good, and that’s important. His speech and confidence have improved a lot. The staff are also kind, caring, but at the same time,
professional. I couldn’t recommend the place enough.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Manager at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas. Thank you for such sparkling words. We have our talking table reading, Wizarding Week resources ready for our first week back, natural resources are stocked and more visual…read more
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Review from Brenda K (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Crafty Wizard World is an excellent nursery. My son is very happy here. The staff are friendly, 10/10.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Manager at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas. Thank you for your praise. Management and the team work hard to make learning magical through creativity in a fun and friendly environment. Look out for our Springtacular…read more
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Review from Kelly K D (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Could not have a picked a better nursery. I found out about Crafty Wizards through other mums. My son loves it and his little sister is set to join in September. Keep up the good work.
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Review from Carley H (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Crafty Wizards World for just over a year and I can honestly say it is the very best environment I could have wished for him to enter the education system.
The staff a wonderful - knowledgeable, friendly and keep a contact open dialogue regarding my sons’ daily activities
and wider-ranging goals and are always within easy contact for any and all questions you may have.
The school itself is a wonderful environment, full of exciting new prospects daily. The activities and sessions (both indoor and outdoor) have brought my son along miles regarding communication and personal awareness and he is excelling regarding his letters and numbers (he could confidently count to and recognise number 1-20 before the age of three).
I could not wish for any better pre-school than Crafty Wizards World and its wonderful team.
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Review from Katie D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are kind and caring but also always professional. My daughter settled quickly and always looks forward to attending. Their flexible sessions save money compared to paying for a full day but also allow of working, caring for other siblings etc. We couldn't ask for more.
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Review from G W (Father of Child) published on 21 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at this old-school since opening and she has made excellent progress in her emotional, social and academic intelligence. Staff are always helpful and hold relevant childcare qualifications. My daughter is fond of her key person and loves going to school. Through the excellent teaching,
she is able to recognise letters and phonemes and has begun to read 3 and 4 letter words. Would definitely recommend!
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas! Thank you for your magical review. Our key people work hard to develop strong bonds with their key children and differentiate learning opportunities. Staff have regular…read more
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Review from Ali B (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Crafty Wizards World Pre-School in Eltham have made my child’s first experience at nursery a brilliant one. She looks forward to going to school everyday, we’ve had not one day where she hasn’t wanted to go in! Our daughter has been attending nursery since September 2017 and we have all been made to
feel very welcome and the team are extremely friendly and patient. My daughter loves feeling like she is part of a magical world which is re enforced when they are provided with their own wands when they start.


The staff regularly communicate with us via Facebook where we are able to see photos of what the children have been up to during the school day. They also regularly post photos of the activities they have set up for the children to do that day and my daughter loves looking at them every morning and gets her even more excited to get to school. Brilliant team in a magical world! Thanks crew.

Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas! It truly gives us that magical feeling to hear your positive praise. Crafty Wizards works hard to settle children into our Pre-School, offer inspiring opportunities, challenge…read more
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Review from Caroline F (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves going to Crafty Wizards and runs in with a smile on his face and often doesn't want to leave!
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is always our aim to make Pre-School a fun, inspiring, creative and secure place for our 'Crafty Wizards'. Please look out for our parent/carer…read more
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Review from Lauren R (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is amazing. My child has been going here a year and the change in him is brilliant. I am always kept fully up to date with everything. The staff are so helpful and amazing, they have been an absolute gem through my son's more trying times. Would not use another nursery. Highly recommend.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas! Thank you for your review and stating that you would highly recommend us. We work hard to bring fun and creativity in learning and monitor our children's well-being and…read more
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Review from Katarzyna T (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What I can say....amazing, amazing, amazing!!!!!
All the staff extremely friendly and helpful. A lot of games and activities for children.
My son loves it so much. I am very satisfied with this pre-school for my little one.
I can highly recommend.
Thank you for all that you do. You are great.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Magic! It's so nice to hear that your Crafty Wizard settled in well, our practitioners are skillful in trying out a variety of strategies to settle in our new Crafty Wizards. We work hard to make…read more
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Review from Amy J (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been sending our son here since September 2017, in the short time he has been there he has advanced so much. The staff are lovely and the communication between parents and staff every day could not be any better.
Crafty Wizards is a great nursery just wish I had sent my son earlier on.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas! We do work hard in having strong parent partnerships with our parent portal, closed facebook page, parent committee group, events throughout the year, Wizarding Quill, Stay and…read more
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Review from Katie C (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so pleased with this nursery. My daughter loves going and she loves her teachers. The staff are fantastic, always so friendly and happy. There is always so much for the children to do.
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Thank you for taking the time in writing this review. Management work hard to ensure excellent standards. We hope that you have enjoyed seeing the progress and learning what has occurred this term and…read more
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Review from Nicole G (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Crafty Wizards World Pre-School is truly amazing. My daughter looks forward to her days there and I have full confidence she is being cared for despite her medical problems. The nursery made sure all staff went on a training course to be able to provide the necessary care my daughter would need in a
medical emergency and are so cautious with her! She will most likely be staying for another year instead of the primary school nursery as I know she will be looked after and taught a lot more at crafty wizards world. Thank you Wizards World Pre-School!!
Reply from Matthew Byrne, Director at Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham
Excellent in all areas!! Thank you so much for your amazing praise, the team will be happy to read this. Our staff do go on a number of courses through the year and we tailor this to supporting our…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.891)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.891) out of 10 for Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 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 4.991 for Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham is calculated as follows: ( (106 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 107 Ratings = 4.991
  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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Crafty Wizards World Pre-School - Eltham is based on 9 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 = 3.9
    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 25 number of registered child places is 5, which has been reached with 9 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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