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12 Sydney Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 1PZ
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01 December 2025
The staff here have been amazing! Our son started at the nursery at just over a year and has always loved his time here. He formed strong social skills and gets on with children and adults now he's at school. They went above and beyond in preparing him for school. He and his friends are way ahead of the curve with their reading etc. His enthusiasm for learning was formed here. And he had boundless fun! We are going to miss them all. Thank you so much! He has loved his time here.
02 October 2025
Both our boys have been with Elan since they were 9months old, they have always been so happy to go in and have such a fun varied day. Elan give daily updates via an app, including photos and we have always found the staff to be so kind. Management are very approachable. Our eldest has just left for school and we were so impressed and grateful for all the work the preschool did with getting the children ready for school. Our son needed a little extra support at times and the staff were so kind and patient with him. Our eldest has been very happy at Elan, and we are so lucky to have our youngest going through his journey at Elan too.
02 October 2025
Our older son has been attending Elan Nursery and Preschool for the past three and a half years, and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. The care and attention provided by the staff have been fantastic, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for his growth. Over the years, we've seen him develop tremendously - both socially and academically. He has learned so much during his time here, and we are truly grateful for the dedication and passion of the teachers and caregivers. Elan Nursery and Preschool has played a significant role in shaping his early years, and we couldn't have asked for a better place to start his learning journey. Highly recommended!
02 October 2025
Our experience at Elan has been so overwhelmingly positive. The very talented team of staff have been absolutely amazing. Creating such an enjoyable safe and inspiring place for our boy to learn and build his socialising skills. He has been going there for over 3 years and they have been absolutely amazing at recognising and responding to his needs throughout. I really feel that they have consistently gone above and beyond to help our boy thrive. Thank you Elan.
02 October 2025
Elan nursery and pre school are absolutely brilliant. They have set my son up extremely well for attending school. The staff are all extremely caring and attentive to the children. Activities are extremely well thought through and help the children learn and in all aspects of life. I would definitely recommend Elan to anyone looking for childcare in the area.
20 August 2025
I've now had two children attend Elan and it really is the most amazing Preschool. My son literally runs in every morning with a big smile (which, as a parent, is all you could ever hope for!) The staff are so caring, friendly, and responsive - they really get to know each child and provide detailed daily updates. They share photos and personalised notes daily via the app, making it easy to stay connected and see how your child is doing. The setting is lovely, with plenty of outdoor time in the garden or trips to the park. There's a strong emphasis on kindness and emotional development, and that really shows in how the children interact with each other. A standout point is how well Elan prepares children for school (my friends have commented on how much more confident and prepared the Elan children are). My son is already reading and writing at just four years old! Most importantly, my son is happy, feels safe, and has built a wonderful group of friends. We will really miss it!
20 August 2025
Both of my children have been at Elan since 6 and 7 months old. My daughter who started nearly 4 years ago has thrived here and made some excellent friendships I'm sure will continue despite going to different schools as her friends. The staff have always been attentive, friendly and passionate about childcare and I've even recommended Elan to my cousin who was very pleased he decided to change nursery. What has impressed me most is their dedication to getting the kids ready for school and my daughter is constantly practicing her writing and numbers at home and enjoys learning thanks to Elan. Thanks to all the staff and special mentions to 2 members of staff, in particular, for all their help.
24 March 2025
My son has been attending Elan Preschool for 18 months having moved up from their nursery setting in 2023. He is so happy at Elan and comes home full of excited chat about the things he has learnt and done that day. The staff are fantastic, offering a perfect mix of caring and guidance, and the activities they arrange for the children are so varied but very targeted at the same time. I feel so confident that my son will be more than ready for school come September and am so grateful for the support Elan offers in this regard. The garden is brilliant and it's so lovely to see the children running around playing outside when I pick my son up each day. He raves about the food too! I would recommend Elan Preschool to anyone.
26 February 2025
We're so grateful for the amazing care our son receives at this nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly, nurturing and create a warm, home-like atmosphere that helps him feel secure and happy. We've noticed the strong bonds the staff have built with him; it's clear they genuinely care about his well-being and are dedicated to supporting his development. One of the standout features for us has been the staff's willingness to use signing to support his communication skills, which aligns with what we do at home and has made a real difference in helping him express his needs and connect with others in his setting and at home. Communication between home and the nursery is excellent, with regular updates and quick responses to any questions or concerns we have. We feel fully supported and highly recommend this wonderful nursery to other parents!
20 February 2025
Our boy absolutely loves going to Elan - he's excited to walk in, and always comes away tired but happy. The staff are caring and friendly and always make sure to communicate effectively in person and via the app. They always treat the children as individuals and get to know them really well. We trust them to have our child's best interest in mind at all times. The nursery is well organised, and the facilities are recently refurbished and excellent. Many of the leadership team have worked in other roles in the nursery, and have a brilliant overview of how the nursery works best. The variety of activities and food provided is really wonderful. I'd recommend Elan to anyone.
20 February 2025
Elan has been fantastic for my son. He loves it there. It has recently been renovated and the facilities are great. The staff are nurturing and kind, and really skilled in supporting the children's development. The managers are lovely and approachable. My son loves all the activities they do, from playing in the sandpit, running around the large studio room and going out to the park or to spot the trains at the nearby station. On that note, it is very helpful it is so close to the station for parents commuting by train.
20 February 2025
Our child is incredibly happy at Elan, is excited to go to nursery and loves talking about his day at nursery, which is incredibly reassuring. His development is wonderful to watch and he has a fantastic relationship with the staff at the nursery. We couldn't ask for more.
20 February 2025
We've been at Elan since my little one was 9 months old and she is now almost 3. The staff have been amazing and we're really happy with how our daughter has developed. She's really settled and loves going in - an amazing nursery with the best staff!
04 February 2025
Ever since my daughter joined Elan, she has only thrived in the environment. She loves going in and has built really strong relationships with all the staff. They have great activities and the space is lovely. I wouldn't send her anywhere else. Looking forward to her joining preschool this year!
26 March 2024
The staff are excellent and work really hard to make sure my daughter is happy at the setting. Whilst the outside space isn't very big the children go on regular outings and make use of the studio space. Looking forward to seeing how the renovations improve the overall day-to-day for staff and the children. My daughter runs into nursery every morning and is very happy playing with all the friends she has made.
08 March 2024
Our child has thrived at Elan Day Nursery since starting nine months ago. He loves going in and always comes out at the end of the day with a huge smile on his face. There is a variety of development activities for them each day and regular trips out to the park, shops or to see the trains. Our son has forged strong bonds both with staff and other children in his room and loves to see his friends each day. There is a lovely atmosphere at the nursery. The staff are fantastic, they’re friendly, communicative and very knowledgable. There is no doubt how much they care for the children in their setting - one of the main reasons our child settled in so well. We couldn’t recommend Elan enough.
06 June 2023
My experience of Elan has been great so far. They take a lot of care to ensure one to one attention, especially for really young children. My son was just 8 months old when I started sending him to Elan but the reassurance that practitioners have provided and the attention they have paid to his overall development is great. They have had a really positive effect on his confidence as well.
01 June 2023
Great atmosphere for the little ones. My son comes home every day tired and with a smile on his face. I am happy with the staff at Elan Day Nursery, who always give feedback of my son’s day including nap times, activities and meals.
24 May 2023
Our son has been at Elan Day Nursery since he was 9 months old. He has developed the most lovely nurturing relationships since he first started. He runs in the door on his nursery days and is always excited to be going in. He is a very cheeky energetic boy and often needs to ‘be exercised’, this is always facilitated so that he can burn off his energy! They seem to offer very individualised care which I think is so important. Most importantly he is an extremely loving, gentle little soul and he loves to be around other children and adults- he’s now at nursery more days than he is at home with us. He does four days now, so we have to give all the staff as much credit for what a lovely person he is. We can’t thank them enough for nurturing him in the way they have. Nothing makes leaving your child in someone else’s care feel easier than seeing how comfortable and loved they seem to feel when they are with them.
24 February 2022
My experience of Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath has been fantastic from the start. My child has additional needs and all staff have been patient and caring. Thank you!
Latest Reviews for Elan Preschool, Haywards Heath
01 December 2025
The staff here have been amazing! Our son started at the nursery at just over a year and has always loved his time here. He formed strong social skills and gets on with children and adults now he's at school. They went above and beyond in preparing him for school. He and his friends are way ahead of the curve with their reading etc. His enthusiasm for learning was formed here. And he had boundless fun! We are going to miss them all. Thank you so much! He has loved his time here.
02 October 2025
Both our boys have been with Elan since they were 9months old, they have always been so happy to go in and have such a fun varied day. Elan give daily updates via an app, including photos and we have always found the staff to be so kind. Management are very approachable. Our eldest has just left for school and we were so impressed and grateful for all the work the preschool did with getting the children ready for school. Our son needed a little extra support at times and the staff were so kind and patient with him. Our eldest has been very happy at Elan, and we are so lucky to have our youngest going through his journey at Elan too.
02 October 2025
Our older son has been attending Elan Nursery and Preschool for the past three and a half years, and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. The care and attention provided by the staff have been fantastic, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for his growth. Over the years, we've seen him develop tremendously - both socially and academically. He has learned so much during his time here, and we are truly grateful for the dedication and passion of the teachers and caregivers. Elan Nursery and Preschool has played a significant role in shaping his early years, and we couldn't have asked for a better place to start his learning journey. Highly recommended!
02 October 2025
Our experience at Elan has been so overwhelmingly positive. The very talented team of staff have been absolutely amazing. Creating such an enjoyable safe and inspiring place for our boy to learn and build his socialising skills. He has been going there for over 3 years and they have been absolutely amazing at recognising and responding to his needs throughout. I really feel that they have consistently gone above and beyond to help our boy thrive. Thank you Elan.
02 October 2025
Elan nursery and pre school are absolutely brilliant. They have set my son up extremely well for attending school. The staff are all extremely caring and attentive to the children. Activities are extremely well thought through and help the children learn and in all aspects of life. I would definitely recommend Elan to anyone looking for childcare in the area.
20 August 2025
I've now had two children attend Elan and it really is the most amazing Preschool. My son literally runs in every morning with a big smile (which, as a parent, is all you could ever hope for!) The staff are so caring, friendly, and responsive - they really get to know each child and provide detailed daily updates. They share photos and personalised notes daily via the app, making it easy to stay connected and see how your child is doing. The setting is lovely, with plenty of outdoor time in the garden or trips to the park. There's a strong emphasis on kindness and emotional development, and that really shows in how the children interact with each other. A standout point is how well Elan prepares children for school (my friends have commented on how much more confident and prepared the Elan children are). My son is already reading and writing at just four years old! Most importantly, my son is happy, feels safe, and has built a wonderful group of friends. We will really miss it!
20 August 2025
Both of my children have been at Elan since 6 and 7 months old. My daughter who started nearly 4 years ago has thrived here and made some excellent friendships I'm sure will continue despite going to different schools as her friends. The staff have always been attentive, friendly and passionate about childcare and I've even recommended Elan to my cousin who was very pleased he decided to change nursery. What has impressed me most is their dedication to getting the kids ready for school and my daughter is constantly practicing her writing and numbers at home and enjoys learning thanks to Elan. Thanks to all the staff and special mentions to 2 members of staff, in particular, for all their help.
24 March 2025
My son has been attending Elan Preschool for 18 months having moved up from their nursery setting in 2023. He is so happy at Elan and comes home full of excited chat about the things he has learnt and done that day. The staff are fantastic, offering a perfect mix of caring and guidance, and the activities they arrange for the children are so varied but very targeted at the same time. I feel so confident that my son will be more than ready for school come September and am so grateful for the support Elan offers in this regard. The garden is brilliant and it's so lovely to see the children running around playing outside when I pick my son up each day. He raves about the food too! I would recommend Elan Preschool to anyone.
26 February 2025
We're so grateful for the amazing care our son receives at this nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly, nurturing and create a warm, home-like atmosphere that helps him feel secure and happy. We've noticed the strong bonds the staff have built with him; it's clear they genuinely care about his well-being and are dedicated to supporting his development. One of the standout features for us has been the staff's willingness to use signing to support his communication skills, which aligns with what we do at home and has made a real difference in helping him express his needs and connect with others in his setting and at home. Communication between home and the nursery is excellent, with regular updates and quick responses to any questions or concerns we have. We feel fully supported and highly recommend this wonderful nursery to other parents!
20 February 2025
Our boy absolutely loves going to Elan - he's excited to walk in, and always comes away tired but happy. The staff are caring and friendly and always make sure to communicate effectively in person and via the app. They always treat the children as individuals and get to know them really well. We trust them to have our child's best interest in mind at all times. The nursery is well organised, and the facilities are recently refurbished and excellent. Many of the leadership team have worked in other roles in the nursery, and have a brilliant overview of how the nursery works best. The variety of activities and food provided is really wonderful. I'd recommend Elan to anyone.
20 February 2025
Elan has been fantastic for my son. He loves it there. It has recently been renovated and the facilities are great. The staff are nurturing and kind, and really skilled in supporting the children's development. The managers are lovely and approachable. My son loves all the activities they do, from playing in the sandpit, running around the large studio room and going out to the park or to spot the trains at the nearby station. On that note, it is very helpful it is so close to the station for parents commuting by train.
20 February 2025
Our child is incredibly happy at Elan, is excited to go to nursery and loves talking about his day at nursery, which is incredibly reassuring. His development is wonderful to watch and he has a fantastic relationship with the staff at the nursery. We couldn't ask for more.
20 February 2025
We've been at Elan since my little one was 9 months old and she is now almost 3. The staff have been amazing and we're really happy with how our daughter has developed. She's really settled and loves going in - an amazing nursery with the best staff!
04 February 2025
Ever since my daughter joined Elan, she has only thrived in the environment. She loves going in and has built really strong relationships with all the staff. They have great activities and the space is lovely. I wouldn't send her anywhere else. Looking forward to her joining preschool this year!
26 March 2024
The staff are excellent and work really hard to make sure my daughter is happy at the setting. Whilst the outside space isn't very big the children go on regular outings and make use of the studio space. Looking forward to seeing how the renovations improve the overall day-to-day for staff and the children. My daughter runs into nursery every morning and is very happy playing with all the friends she has made.
08 March 2024
Our child has thrived at Elan Day Nursery since starting nine months ago. He loves going in and always comes out at the end of the day with a huge smile on his face. There is a variety of development activities for them each day and regular trips out to the park, shops or to see the trains. Our son has forged strong bonds both with staff and other children in his room and loves to see his friends each day. There is a lovely atmosphere at the nursery. The staff are fantastic, they’re friendly, communicative and very knowledgable. There is no doubt how much they care for the children in their setting - one of the main reasons our child settled in so well. We couldn’t recommend Elan enough.
06 June 2023
My experience of Elan has been great so far. They take a lot of care to ensure one to one attention, especially for really young children. My son was just 8 months old when I started sending him to Elan but the reassurance that practitioners have provided and the attention they have paid to his overall development is great. They have had a really positive effect on his confidence as well.
01 June 2023
Great atmosphere for the little ones. My son comes home every day tired and with a smile on his face. I am happy with the staff at Elan Day Nursery, who always give feedback of my son’s day including nap times, activities and meals.
24 May 2023
Our son has been at Elan Day Nursery since he was 9 months old. He has developed the most lovely nurturing relationships since he first started. He runs in the door on his nursery days and is always excited to be going in. He is a very cheeky energetic boy and often needs to ‘be exercised’, this is always facilitated so that he can burn off his energy! They seem to offer very individualised care which I think is so important. Most importantly he is an extremely loving, gentle little soul and he loves to be around other children and adults- he’s now at nursery more days than he is at home with us. He does four days now, so we have to give all the staff as much credit for what a lovely person he is. We can’t thank them enough for nurturing him in the way they have. Nothing makes leaving your child in someone else’s care feel easier than seeing how comfortable and loved they seem to feel when they are with them.
24 February 2022
My experience of Elan Day Nursery - Haywards Heath has been fantastic from the start. My child has additional needs and all staff have been patient and caring. Thank you!