# Bluebells Preschool

Bluebells Preschool is a sessional pre-school at Coulsdon Community Centre, Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BE, in Coulsdon, Croydon. It is registered for 36 children and takes children aged 2 years to 5 years. It opens 08:00–17:00, Mon; 08:00–17:30, Tue–Thu; 08:00–15:10, Fri, term time only. It offers funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 5 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Woodlands Preschool Caterham Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bluebells-preschool-2888209  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Coulsdon Community Centre, Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BE
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:00–17:00, Mon; 08:00–17:30, Tue–Thu; 08:00–15:10, Fri
- Weeks open: term time only
- Registered places: 36
- Funded childcare: funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Phone: 07944 125276
- Website: http://www.bluebellspreschool.org.uk/
- Run by: [Woodlands Preschool Caterham Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/woodlands-preschool-caterham-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2888209

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 2026 (Reference 2888209). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2888209)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2888209)
- Registered places: 36 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2888209)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 10 July 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1628806)

## Fees

| Age | Half day |
|---|---|
| All ages | £10 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 9.5-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

Source: nursery website (https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: From 9 months, 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday: 08:00–17:00
- Tuesday to Thursday: 08:00–17:30
- Friday: 08:00–15:10
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Weeks open: term time only
- Sessions: half day

## Getting there

Address: Coulsdon Community Centre, Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BE

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.319953,-0.147912

- Station: Woodmansterne, 0.3 miles
- Station: Coulsdon South, 0.5 miles
- Station: Coulsdon Town, 0.6 miles
- 14 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.5 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Croydon there are about 3.2 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

Its website says the nursery uses a Forest school approach and a play-based EYFS curriculum. It names SEND support and Makaton signing as support available. Activities listed on its website are language classes and dance and movement.

- Forest school (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)
- Play-based EYFS curriculum (source: nursery website, https://bluebellspreschool.org.uk/our-curriculum)

### Food

Its website says that parents provide a packed lunch.

- Parents provide packed lunch (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)

### Settling in

Its website says that before starting, parents receive written information, open mornings and the policy folder. A key person greets the child and parents at the first session, and settling-in is agreed with parents, who stay at least the first week. A child is judged settled once they have formed a bond with their key person, and the nursery's care details name a key person system.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/downloads/Settling%20in%20policy.pdf?ver=1793810581862)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)
- Term-time only (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Meadows_Woodlands_Term_Dates_2026-20.pdf)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)
- After-school club (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)
- Breakfast club (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)

### SEND and inclusion

- SEND support (source: nursery website, https://bluebellspreschool.org.uk/)
- Makaton signing (source: nursery website, https://bluebellspreschool.org.uk/)

### Building and safety

- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/downloads/parental_Involvement.pdf?ver=1793810581862)
- Online learning journal (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/downloads/parental_Involvement.pdf?ver=1793810581862)

### Extras and activities

- Language classes (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)
- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c7ddef63-f2f4-45f1-bc79-2bcab218b347/Bluebells_Funding_Hours_and_Fees_2026-27.pdf)

### Getting a place

For funded places, its website says parents should get a code from the government website, then contact the nursery with the code and their National Insurance number so a place can be arranged. The nursery accepts government-funded hours for working parents of children from 9 months, funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, and 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smitham Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (April 2023) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (July 2024) |  | 0.2 miles |
| Chipstead Valley Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Outstanding (May 2024) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Woodcote Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (May 2025) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Oasis Academy Byron | Primary | 2–11 | Good (June 2023) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Woodmansterne Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (July 2023) | yes | 1.1 miles |
| Beaumont Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (February 2025) |  | 1.3 miles |
| Coulsdon CofE Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Requires improvement (November 2023) |  | 1.3 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [CW King Fishers Day Nurseries Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cw-king-fishers-day-nurseries-limited-2739193) | Good | £80 | 07:30–18:30 | 0.1 miles |
| [Little Raccoons Day Nursery (Coulsdon)](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-raccoons-day-nursery-coulsdon-ey559774) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-coulsdon-day-nursery-and-preschool-ey492768) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.3 miles |
| [Brightsparks Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/brightsparks-day-nursery-124901) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.8 miles |
| [Meadows Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/meadows-preschool-2888213) |  | £46 | 09:00–15:00 | 1.2 miles |
| [Little Learners Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-learners-day-nursery-ey438236) | Report card Jan 2026 |  | 08:00–18:00 | 1.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Bluebells Preschool cost?

Bluebells Preschool publishes these fees: half day £10 for all ages and half day £18 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Bluebells Preschool offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Bluebells Preschool offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does Bluebells Preschool take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Bluebells Preschool offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### Does Bluebells Preschool offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. Bluebells Preschool offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

### What are Bluebells Preschool's opening hours?

Bluebells Preschool opens 08:00–17:00, Mon; 08:00–17:30, Tue–Thu; 08:00–15:10, Fri.

### Is Bluebells Preschool open all year?

No. Bluebells Preschool is open term time only.

### What ages does Bluebells Preschool take?

Bluebells Preschool takes children aged 2 years to 5 years.

### How many children can Bluebells Preschool take?

Bluebells Preschool is registered with Ofsted for up to 36 children at any one time.

### Who runs Bluebells Preschool?

Bluebells Preschool is run by Woodlands Preschool Caterham Limited, which runs 3 nurseries.

### What approach does Bluebells Preschool follow?

Bluebells Preschool's website describes its approach as: Forest school and Play-based EYFS curriculum.

### Does Bluebells Preschool support children with SEND?

Bluebells Preschool lists: SEND support and Makaton signing.

### What is the nearest station to Bluebells Preschool?

Woodmansterne is the nearest station we know of, 0.3 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Bluebells Preschool?

You can call 07944 125276 and visit www.bluebellspreschool.org.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2888209)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.bluebellspreschool.org.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.bluebellspreschool.org.uk/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bluebells+Pre-school&query_place_id=ChIJTfp-0Qb9dUgRK31hYfn6kQ4)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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