# Little Learners Day Nursery

Little Learners Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at 156 Whitehorse Road, CROYDON, CR0 2LA, in Selhurst, Croydon. It is registered for 28 children. It opens 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri, 51 weeks a year. Its Ofsted report card (January 2026) grades inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Needs attention, achievement Needs attention, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Needs attention; safeguarding standards met. Its published full-day fees range from £83 to £249 (nursery website, November 2026). 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 4.3 from 19 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-learners-day-nursery-2742392  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 156 Whitehorse Road, CROYDON, CR0 2LA
- Opening hours: 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Registered places: 28
- Funded childcare: funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8683 2476
- Website: http://www.little-learners.net/
- Ofsted URN: 2742392

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 20 January 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Expected standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Needs attention |
| Achievement | Needs attention |
| Behaviour and routines | Expected standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Expected standard |
| Leadership and governance | Needs attention |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742392

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since July 2023 (Reference 2742392). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742392)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 20 January 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742392)
- Registered places: 28 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742392)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 21 August 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/31002)

## Fees

| Age | Full day | Per hour | Per week | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All ages | £83 (£7.55 an hour) | £15 | £154 | £352.75 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 11-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

Source: nursery website (https://www.little-learners.net/fees-conditions), 11 November 2026.

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

Ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:30–18:30
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Sessions: full day and per hour

## Getting there

Address: 156 Whitehorse Road, CROYDON, CR0 2LA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.388171,-0.095690

- Station: Selhurst, 0.4 miles
- Station: West Croydon Tram Stop, 0.7 miles
- Station: West Croydon, 0.7 miles, no step-free access
- 11 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Whitehorse Road Recreation Ground, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Wilford Road Recreation Ground, 0.2 miles
- Park: King George's Field, 0.2 miles
- Park: Heavers Meadow, 0.5 miles
- Playground: Boulogne Road Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 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: 4.3 out of 5 from 19 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

In its 2026 Ofsted report card inspection, the nursery was graded 'Needs attention' for curriculum and teaching and 'Needs attention' for achievement.

### Food

Meals are included in the fees. Its website says healthy snacks are provided.

- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/early-years-funding)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/welcome/our-policies)

### Settling in

Its website says settling in begins with a gradual build-up in the week before starting, with the parent leaving the child for longer each time. Most children take about a week to settle; if not, the nursery may suggest trying again later.

- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/fees-conditions)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/early-years-funding)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/fees-conditions)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/fees-conditions)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/fees-conditions)
- Nappies and wipes provided (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/welcome/our-policies)

### Safety

Ofsted 2026 recorded safeguarding standards as met. Its website names a secure entry system and CCTV as security measures.

- Secure entry system (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/)
- CCTV (source: nursery website, https://www.little-learners.net/)

### Getting a place

Its website says children attending all year round should complete the enrolment form and send it to the nursery, while funded hours require emailing the funding code. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crescent Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (July 2024) |  | 0.2 miles |
| Broadmead Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2023) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre | Nursery | 2–5 | Good (January 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Ecclesbourne Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (May 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Elmwood Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) |  | 0.5 miles |
| Elmwood Infant School | Primary | 3–7 | School remains Good (July 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Chestnut Park Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (October 2024) |  | 0.5 miles |
| St. Mary's Catholic Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (September 2023) |  | 0.6 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Little Rayes Daycare (Westbury)](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-rayes-daycare-westbury-2868566) |  |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.1 miles |
| [Inspire Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/inspire-day-nursery-ey462144) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.3 miles |
| [Lullabys at Little Village](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lullabys-at-little-village-ey376331) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Gingerbread Corner](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/gingerbread-corner-124925) | Good |  | 07:45–18:30 | 0.3 miles |
| [Busy Minds Montessori Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/busy-minds-montessori-ltd-2866796) |  |  |  | 0.4 miles |
| [The Ark Montessori Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-ark-montessori-nursery-2867546) |  |  | 08:45–15:00 | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Little Learners Day Nursery cost?

Little Learners Day Nursery publishes these fees: full day £83 for all ages, full day £166 for all ages, full day £249 for all ages, per hour £15 for all ages, per month £352.75 for all ages, per month £705.50 for all ages, per month £1,058.25 for all ages, per month £1,411 for all ages, per month £1,763.75 for all ages, per month £327.25 for all ages, per week £154 for all ages, per month £654.50 for all ages, per week £231 for all ages, per month £981.75 for all ages, per week £308 for all ages, per month £1,309 for all ages, per week £385 for all ages, per month £1,636.25 for all ages, per week £94 for all ages, per month £399.50 for all ages, per week £141 for all ages, per month £599.25 for all ages, per week £188 for all ages, per month £799 for all ages, per week £235 for all ages, per month £998.75 for all ages, per week £86 for all ages, per month £365.50 for all ages, per week £129 for all ages, per month £548.25 for all ages, per week £172 for all ages, per month £731 for all ages, per week £215 for all ages and per month £913.75 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Little Learners Day Nursery offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Little Learners Day Nursery offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does Little Learners Day Nursery take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Little Learners Day Nursery offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### Does Little Learners Day Nursery offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. Little Learners Day Nursery offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

### What are Little Learners Day Nursery's opening hours?

Little Learners Day Nursery opens 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri.

### Is Little Learners Day Nursery open all year?

Yes, Little Learners Day Nursery is open 51 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.

### What is Little Learners Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Little Learners Day Nursery was inspected on 20 January 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Needs attention, achievement Needs attention, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Needs attention. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Little Learners Day Nursery take?

Little Learners Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 28 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Little Learners Day Nursery?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Little Learners Day Nursery.

### What is the nearest station to Little Learners Day Nursery?

Selhurst is the nearest station we know of, 0.4 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Little Learners Day Nursery?

You can call 020 8683 2476 and visit www.little-learners.net.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2742392)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.little-learners.net), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.little-learners.net/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Little+Learners+Day+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJuYfUGC4BdkgRKshQhfM7jys)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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