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50 Muirkirk Road, London, SE6 1BU
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26 August 2025
My little girl has been going to Little Elms since 2021, she started when she had just turned one and has been in all of the rooms at Little Elms. It is a fantastic nursery, the management have done so much with the space including introducing a new provider for healthy meals, book borrowing and social events for parents. The staff are so caring about the children and go above and beyond daily. My daughter is regularly complimented on her communication skills and confidence which is all down to the Little Elms. She is confident around adults and I truly believe this is down to the little elms speaking to the children with respect and understanding at all times. My daughter recently had her preschool graduation and the team put on a fantastic day! Including gowns and hats for all children, a special performance from the kids, a photographer, party food and a gift bag for all the children. It was a really special day for eveyone! I highly recommend Little Elms
21 July 2025
Our son has been with Doves at Little Elms Catford since January 2025 at 10months and as parents, we are so pleased to see him love his time with the staff and his little mates. We have seen so much development in his social skills, language, fine and gross motor skills too. The staff made the transition easy and we can see how sincerely they care for our boy. At 17 months, he has a wall full of art, identifies animals, able to follow basic commands, loves nature and the outdoors and is able to express himself. They say it takes a village to raise a child, my husband and I are so glad Little Elms is ours. Highly rcommend.
15 July 2025
My son has been attending Little Elms Catford since the age of 2 and he will be leaving this year to start school in September. Every parent is a little nervous about their child starting nursery but the staff at Little Elms made the transition so smooth and comfortable for me and my son, all my fears were quickly resolved. The staff are brilliant, welcoming and always happy to receive us, particularly one of the staff members in Robins room who my son absolutely loves! My son has made some great friends here. The staff are always thinking of new activities and initiatives to stimulate the children's learning and just ways for them to have fun and I receive regular photos on the app about his day.
24 June 2025
We moved house in November and transferred our daughter to Little Elms Catford from her previous nursery where she had been very happy and settled. I was very nervous about the upheaval this might cause but the staff at Little Elms were amazing with her from day one. This is a very caring nursery with lovely people throughout. The teachers plan lots of enriching activities for the children, including yoga, messy play and crafts and they have circle time with plenty of songs and stories. My daughter proudly sings the "please and thank you" song she learned from her teachers and at every pick up, she points to the nursery door and says "Little Elms".
24 June 2025
My daughter has been at little elms since January. We have been so impressed with the standard of care, learning development, and creative activity planning that the staff here deliver. Cannot recommend enough.
12 June 2025
My Granddaughter been at Little Elms Catford since 2024. From day one I got a very good feel about the nursery when I visited, managers are very supportive and approachable, office door always open to greet you. Staff in the preschool where my Granddaughter attends are always welcoming my Granddaughter is greeted with a big hug and smile, any concerns I raise they are followed up. My Granddaughter loves coming to Little Elms Catford.
22 May 2025
We are so grateful to have had our little boy attend Little Elms. From day one they were very welcoming and accommodating (finding space for us after our childcare arrangements fell through unexpectedly). Our boy has been there now for over a year and they have supported us through his development - drawing our attention to his speech development needs, responding helpfully to child politics, and keeping us regularly updated via the app and checkins at the end of the day. Our son is clearly engaged and enjoys attending nursery, which is the most important thing. The newsletter is very helpful for learning about the curriculum and they engage in many fun and educational activities - holiday themed crafts, park trips, a book library, and creative activities (like a bubble party)! When there are (inevitably) issues at the nursery I really appreciate the effort management makes to communicate and support parents.
22 May 2025
My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 1yo. She has absolutely loved her time there and the staff are warm, welcoming and caring. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Little Elms to other parents looking for childcare for their children.
14 May 2025
Both my children have attended Little Elms for a year and I have been impressed with how much the staff have bonded with our children. They have acquired so many new skills and their days are varied with plenty of interesting activities. The nursery is also dedicated to improvement as they upgraded their menu and redecorated in the time we have been there. Great nursery and happy I can send my kids there!
11 March 2025
Our daughter has attended the nursery full time since she was 5 1/2 months old (currently is almost 2yo). We have loved the strong connections that she has had with her carers, who have truly looked after and cared for her. She has grown and developed so well under their care and we highly recommend the nursery, especially to those looking for a nurturing environment for your young baby.
08 November 2024
All staff at Little Elms are very warm and welcoming. Both my children have absolutely loved attending nursery and have felt very safe and secure here. Communication is good and management are organised and always happy to answer any questions. Would highly recommend.
04 October 2024
Fantastic warm, welcoming and professional staff. My daughter settled so quickly at Little Elms and loves being there. She eats well and is constantly being developed to learn new skills in a fun and relaxed way. There is a new theme each month with specific developmental areas. As a result, my daughter's walking, language and social skills have all grown. The spaces are clean, bright and stimulating. The staff know every child regardless of what room they're officially in and always makes the time to say hello. I've always felt consistently informed about my daughter and enjoy regular pictures of her day. Couldn't recommend the nursery any more!
04 October 2024
Little Elms have been brilliant. It is a super nurturing atmosphere where all the staff genuinely care about the children and enjoy what they do. The nursery feels small and personal like a home-from-home. Staff take a lot of time to understand and value the individual needs and personalities of the different children. We are very happy with our experience.
11 April 2023
I searched for a nursery for my son for a long time but none of them seemed fitting, then I came across Little Elms, and one of the things that stood out for me most was when you call the nursery you get the children’s voice at the start of the phone call I think this was a really sweet touch, the staff are extremely polite and friendly, very welcoming. My son has learned and grown so much in the time he’s spent at Little Elms, I love that I can access the family app to see what my child has eaten, or things he did that day. I really do appreciate the hard work they put in to make sure my son is safe and well looked after. I know he’s very happy here because he’s so excited in the morning to go to nursery and see all his friends and teachers and that really makes my day to know he’s happy going to nursery.
11 April 2023
The most amazing place! Everyone is so professional and so smart, as a mother that works, feedback and reports are so important it makes you feel less guilty about not spending that much more time with them. These guys reassure me constantly of my child's development, happiness and sadness at times. My child feels safe, happy and warm. And that is all a mother could wish for. Thank you Little Elms, we love you.
13 December 2019
I would definitely recommend this nursery - lovely staff, very welcoming and I can’t fault it. My daughter has loved every minute being there and my son can't wait to start in January.
13 December 2019
My son started here in September 2019 and has enjoyed going to the nursery. All the staff are amazing and extremely kind and patient with him. I am so happy with the service they provide that I am sending my daughter to the nursery too in January 2020.
13 November 2019
My son has attended Little Elms Catford for 1.5 years, since he was 1 year old. He has always enjoyed the nursery and is happy to go each day (he is full time). The staff are very helpful and friendly. There has been a good consistency of staff, particularly in the last year and there are lots of extra activities.
16 October 2019
Our son had a wonderful time at this nursery, such lovely staff and really caring throughout his 3 years there. We’re about to send our daughter there too and can only recommend it to others.
02 October 2019
My daughter attended this nursery from just before her first birthday until she was three and a half years old. She was well looked after throughout her time and built very close relationships with all the staff. The manager is absolutely lovely and I have never had any worries about leaving my daughter there. I have signed up for my other daughter to attend when I return to work.
Latest Reviews for Little Elms Daycare Nursery Catford
26 August 2025
My little girl has been going to Little Elms since 2021, she started when she had just turned one and has been in all of the rooms at Little Elms. It is a fantastic nursery, the management have done so much with the space including introducing a new provider for healthy meals, book borrowing and social events for parents. The staff are so caring about the children and go above and beyond daily. My daughter is regularly complimented on her communication skills and confidence which is all down to the Little Elms. She is confident around adults and I truly believe this is down to the little elms speaking to the children with respect and understanding at all times. My daughter recently had her preschool graduation and the team put on a fantastic day! Including gowns and hats for all children, a special performance from the kids, a photographer, party food and a gift bag for all the children. It was a really special day for eveyone! I highly recommend Little Elms
21 July 2025
Our son has been with Doves at Little Elms Catford since January 2025 at 10months and as parents, we are so pleased to see him love his time with the staff and his little mates. We have seen so much development in his social skills, language, fine and gross motor skills too. The staff made the transition easy and we can see how sincerely they care for our boy. At 17 months, he has a wall full of art, identifies animals, able to follow basic commands, loves nature and the outdoors and is able to express himself. They say it takes a village to raise a child, my husband and I are so glad Little Elms is ours. Highly rcommend.
15 July 2025
My son has been attending Little Elms Catford since the age of 2 and he will be leaving this year to start school in September. Every parent is a little nervous about their child starting nursery but the staff at Little Elms made the transition so smooth and comfortable for me and my son, all my fears were quickly resolved. The staff are brilliant, welcoming and always happy to receive us, particularly one of the staff members in Robins room who my son absolutely loves! My son has made some great friends here. The staff are always thinking of new activities and initiatives to stimulate the children's learning and just ways for them to have fun and I receive regular photos on the app about his day.
24 June 2025
We moved house in November and transferred our daughter to Little Elms Catford from her previous nursery where she had been very happy and settled. I was very nervous about the upheaval this might cause but the staff at Little Elms were amazing with her from day one. This is a very caring nursery with lovely people throughout. The teachers plan lots of enriching activities for the children, including yoga, messy play and crafts and they have circle time with plenty of songs and stories. My daughter proudly sings the "please and thank you" song she learned from her teachers and at every pick up, she points to the nursery door and says "Little Elms".
24 June 2025
My daughter has been at little elms since January. We have been so impressed with the standard of care, learning development, and creative activity planning that the staff here deliver. Cannot recommend enough.
12 June 2025
My Granddaughter been at Little Elms Catford since 2024. From day one I got a very good feel about the nursery when I visited, managers are very supportive and approachable, office door always open to greet you. Staff in the preschool where my Granddaughter attends are always welcoming my Granddaughter is greeted with a big hug and smile, any concerns I raise they are followed up. My Granddaughter loves coming to Little Elms Catford.
22 May 2025
We are so grateful to have had our little boy attend Little Elms. From day one they were very welcoming and accommodating (finding space for us after our childcare arrangements fell through unexpectedly). Our boy has been there now for over a year and they have supported us through his development - drawing our attention to his speech development needs, responding helpfully to child politics, and keeping us regularly updated via the app and checkins at the end of the day. Our son is clearly engaged and enjoys attending nursery, which is the most important thing. The newsletter is very helpful for learning about the curriculum and they engage in many fun and educational activities - holiday themed crafts, park trips, a book library, and creative activities (like a bubble party)! When there are (inevitably) issues at the nursery I really appreciate the effort management makes to communicate and support parents.
22 May 2025
My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 1yo. She has absolutely loved her time there and the staff are warm, welcoming and caring. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Little Elms to other parents looking for childcare for their children.
14 May 2025
Both my children have attended Little Elms for a year and I have been impressed with how much the staff have bonded with our children. They have acquired so many new skills and their days are varied with plenty of interesting activities. The nursery is also dedicated to improvement as they upgraded their menu and redecorated in the time we have been there. Great nursery and happy I can send my kids there!
11 March 2025
Our daughter has attended the nursery full time since she was 5 1/2 months old (currently is almost 2yo). We have loved the strong connections that she has had with her carers, who have truly looked after and cared for her. She has grown and developed so well under their care and we highly recommend the nursery, especially to those looking for a nurturing environment for your young baby.
08 November 2024
All staff at Little Elms are very warm and welcoming. Both my children have absolutely loved attending nursery and have felt very safe and secure here. Communication is good and management are organised and always happy to answer any questions. Would highly recommend.
04 October 2024
Fantastic warm, welcoming and professional staff. My daughter settled so quickly at Little Elms and loves being there. She eats well and is constantly being developed to learn new skills in a fun and relaxed way. There is a new theme each month with specific developmental areas. As a result, my daughter's walking, language and social skills have all grown. The spaces are clean, bright and stimulating. The staff know every child regardless of what room they're officially in and always makes the time to say hello. I've always felt consistently informed about my daughter and enjoy regular pictures of her day. Couldn't recommend the nursery any more!
04 October 2024
Little Elms have been brilliant. It is a super nurturing atmosphere where all the staff genuinely care about the children and enjoy what they do. The nursery feels small and personal like a home-from-home. Staff take a lot of time to understand and value the individual needs and personalities of the different children. We are very happy with our experience.
11 April 2023
I searched for a nursery for my son for a long time but none of them seemed fitting, then I came across Little Elms, and one of the things that stood out for me most was when you call the nursery you get the children’s voice at the start of the phone call I think this was a really sweet touch, the staff are extremely polite and friendly, very welcoming. My son has learned and grown so much in the time he’s spent at Little Elms, I love that I can access the family app to see what my child has eaten, or things he did that day. I really do appreciate the hard work they put in to make sure my son is safe and well looked after. I know he’s very happy here because he’s so excited in the morning to go to nursery and see all his friends and teachers and that really makes my day to know he’s happy going to nursery.
11 April 2023
The most amazing place! Everyone is so professional and so smart, as a mother that works, feedback and reports are so important it makes you feel less guilty about not spending that much more time with them. These guys reassure me constantly of my child's development, happiness and sadness at times. My child feels safe, happy and warm. And that is all a mother could wish for. Thank you Little Elms, we love you.
13 December 2019
I would definitely recommend this nursery - lovely staff, very welcoming and I can’t fault it. My daughter has loved every minute being there and my son can't wait to start in January.
13 December 2019
My son started here in September 2019 and has enjoyed going to the nursery. All the staff are amazing and extremely kind and patient with him. I am so happy with the service they provide that I am sending my daughter to the nursery too in January 2020.
13 November 2019
My son has attended Little Elms Catford for 1.5 years, since he was 1 year old. He has always enjoyed the nursery and is happy to go each day (he is full time). The staff are very helpful and friendly. There has been a good consistency of staff, particularly in the last year and there are lots of extra activities.
16 October 2019
Our son had a wonderful time at this nursery, such lovely staff and really caring throughout his 3 years there. We’re about to send our daughter there too and can only recommend it to others.
02 October 2019
My daughter attended this nursery from just before her first birthday until she was three and a half years old. She was well looked after throughout her time and built very close relationships with all the staff. The manager is absolutely lovely and I have never had any worries about leaving my daughter there. I have signed up for my other daughter to attend when I return to work.