Toad Hall Nursery Crawley

117 Ifield Road, West Green, Crawley RH11 7BP
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  • Toad Hall Nursery Crawley, Crawley
Nestled on Ifield Road, just moments from Crawley town centre, the nursery occupies a charming Victorian residence with contemporary and spacious rooms, complemented by outdoor areas featuring dedicated gardens for each age group.

Toad Nursery Group is committed to providing a diverse array of weekly activities tailored to captivate children's interests and nurture their holistic development. From indoor play to outdoor explorations, the state-of-the-art facilities cater to every aspect of a child's growth and curiosity.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sonya Thakar (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 68

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • £78.50 per full day for under 3 years
    £73 per full day for over 3 years

  • •   10% Family discount on the eldest child’s fees
    •   5% discount for NHS, Armed Forces, Police and emergency services staff
    •   50% discount on Staff fees
    •   Up to 30 hours of funded nursery education per week during term time
    •   A corporate discount maybe available if there is an agreement in place between Toad Hall Nursery and another company
    Please contact the nursery for further information and our terms and conditions

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 & between Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • There is parking onsite.

Toad Hall Nursery Crawley Reviews (7)

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Toad Hall Nursery Crawley has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.203) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Toad Hall Nursery Crawley has 7 reviews.

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Review from Louise E (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery in my opinion. My daughter is still settling in having just started at the beginning of September and the care she has received has really stood out to me . She loves the food and eats very well there , she sleeps at her normal times which shows she is comfortable. I feel
like the staff pay close attention to the children's and parents needs and wishes . My calls to check she is ok are welcomed and I'm not made to feel I can not contact them and an update is always provided along with reassurance.My daughter developed a temperature this was quickly addressed and identified very professionally. All staff are compassionate and thorough. There is so much for the children to access that promotes there learning , regular activities, even workshops and my daughter particularly loves being in the garden . All round this nursery is outstanding and has made the very difficult transition of trusting others with your child a lot easier. I would highly recommend .
Reply from Sonya Thakar, Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you so much for your lovely review Louise, we are so pleased you are happy with the nursery. We are happy your little girl is settling well into nursery life. thank you for your kind words for…read more
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Review from R K (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Toad Hall since April this year just before he turned 1. I have nothing but positive feedback to give!
I was apprehensive about sending my son to nursery but the team made it so easy to make the transition with a couple of settling in sessions. As expected he took some time
to settle in but the staff took it in their stride and were reassuring and positive at all times.
The communication during drop off and pick up is amazing. Staff take time to handover properly at both times. They adapt quickly to the baby's needs and put your mind at ease.
My son has come on leaps and bounds since starting at Toad Hall.
Any concerns are dealt with head on and with direction which is exactly what you need.
The staff work collaboratively with the parents to make sure needs are being met.
I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking to put their child into nursery.
Reply from Sonya Thakar, Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you for your lovely review R, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Thank you for your kinds words and working with us always. your Son has made so much progress over the past year…read more
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Review from Annabel E (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. My son started when he was just 10 months old, and over the past year we've seen him grow in confidence, make friends, and develop so many new skills. The staff are so caring, patient, and attentive - they really treat the children as individuals and create
such a nurturing environment. Communication with parents is excellent, and we always feel reassured that he's happy, safe, and thriving.
We're so pleased with the experience that his little sister will be joining in April! A huge thank you to all the team for making nursery such a positive part of our son's life.
Reply from Sonya Thakar, Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you Annabel for your lovely review and very kind words, i agree your son has made so much progress in the last months and love having the little smile and waves as he walks into his nursery day.…read more
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Review from Madeleine H (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at toad hall nursery since last September after looking around at many nurseries we are so glad we found Toad Hall. My son has Autism and many challenges the staff have always gone above and beyond to help my son the love and care for the children from the staff is always so lovely
to see . My son has loved his time at Toad Hall Nursery the staff have been very supportive and are all so lovely . He has come such a long was since he started , he has formed a close relationship with his key worker which has been lovely to see . They have a lovely environment and garden for the children aswell . I highly recommend this nursery .
Reply from Sonya Thakar, Nursery Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're thrilled with how well your son has settled in and how much progress he's made. It's been a joy to support him, and we're so pleased he's built a strong…read more
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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a first-time Mum I was so nervous about sending my son to nursery, however Toad Hall Crawley has been amazing! From the settle sessions to him now attending it has been fantastic and we have felt so welcomed. All the staff are so friendly, the communication is excellent, the care they provide is
outstanding and my child has such a fun time there as well. Thank you!
Reply from Leila Parrott, Nursery Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you for your kind review! We are so pleased that your son has settled well into nursery life and enjoys his time with us. We hope to continue demonstrating our exceptional service.
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Review from Heather M (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an amazing nursery! Every staff member we have encountered, including the lovely chef, has been so friendly with the kids and parents. The range of activities they offer are amazing, as is the children's menu and my daughter never comes home hungry! My daughter has blossomed so much since joining
and has such a great relationship with the team already, they make her feel safe and looked after.
Reply from Leila Parrott, Nursery Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased that your daughter is enjoying her time with us at the nursery including the meals prepared onsite by our Nursery Chef. We look forward to…read more
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot say how pleased I am that Toad Hall had worked out this well for our family. Our boys love it every day they are there, the feedback we get is amazing and detailed. The way they follow policies and processes is beyond great, the care plans for the individuals are down to a fine detail so that
in every situation the staff know what to do. Most of all I feel my boys are in safe and caring hands when I'm not there. The team at Crawley are great and I can already see improvements in the development of my children after just a month. Thanks to everyone there.
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.203)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.203) out of 10 for Toad Hall Nursery Crawley 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 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 7 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 4.988 for Toad Hall Nursery Crawley is calculated as follows: ( (83 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.988
  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 4.215 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Toad Hall Nursery Crawley is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.6 = 0.515
  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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Sonya

Sonya Thakar

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

Hi, I’m Sonya, the Nursery Manager at Crawley. I’ve been working in Early Years education for over fifteen years, beginning my journey as an apprentice and progressing through various roles to become a Nursery Manager.


As a Manager, I’m passionate about ensuring every child has access to engaging and inspiring experiences throughout their day. I believe this approach provides a strong foundation for learning and development, helping each child reach their full potential.


I began my journey with Toad Hall Nursery at our Chessington site as Nursery Manager and now have the privilege of leading a dedicated and caring team here in Crawley. Together, we strive to create a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment where children can thrive.


If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our nursery, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions about Toad Hall Nursery Crawley

What is the Age Range of Children that Toad Hall Nursery Crawley accepts?

Toad Hall Nursery Crawley accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Toad Hall Nursery Crawley Open?

Toad Hall Nursery Crawley 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 Toad Hall Nursery Crawley have capacity for?

Toad Hall Nursery Crawley has capacity for a total of 68 Children.

How far is Toad Hall Nursery Crawley to the centre of Crawley?

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

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