# Portland Bill Pre-School 2

Portland Bill Pre-School 2 is a sessional pre-school at 43 Carmichael Road, LONDON, SE25 5LS, in South Norwood, Croydon. It is registered for 24 children. It opens 08:00–15:30, Mon–Fri.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/portland-bill-pre-school-2-2873498  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: 43 Carmichael Road, LONDON, SE25 5LS
- Opening hours: 08:00–15:30, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 24
- Phone: 07542 711777
- Ofsted URN: 2873498

## 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 February 2026 (Reference 2873498). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2873498)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2873498)
- Registered places: 24 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2873498)
- Food hygiene rating: 4 (Good) (inspected 8 September 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1930499)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

Nurseries in Croydon that publish fees charge £75–£125 a day for under-2s (8 nurseries). This is the area's range, not this nursery's.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–15:30

## Getting there

Address: 43 Carmichael Road, LONDON, SE25 5LS

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.395410,-0.074343

- Station: Norwood Junction, 0.1 miles, no step-free access
- Station: Selhurst, 0.7 miles
- Station: Woodside Tram Stop, 0.7 miles
- 7 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: South Norwood Recreation Ground, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Heavers Meadow, 0.3 miles
- Park: South Norwood Country Park, 0.4 miles
- Park: Woodside Green, 0.5 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.1 miles
- Playground: South Norwood Recreation Ground, 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


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Norwood Primary | Primary | 4–11 | Good (January 2023) |  | under 0.1 miles |
| Crosfield Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | School remains Good (May 2024) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Heavers Farm Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (June 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (January 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Oasis Academy Ryelands | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (March 2022) |  | 0.5 miles |
| Robert Fitzroy Academy | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (November 2023) |  | 0.6 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Little Pumpkins Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-pumpkins-nursery-ltd-ey468690) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Bambinos Day Nursery LTD](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bambinos-day-nursery-ltd-ey399534) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Ivy League Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ivy-league-nursery-ey456965) | Good | £100 | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Stepping Out](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stepping-out-2498480) | Good |  | 09:00–15:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [The Mulberry Kindergarten](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-mulberry-kindergarten-125049) | Good | £90 | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Monmar Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/monmar-nursery-ltd-ey443010) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Portland Bill Pre-School 2's opening hours?

Portland Bill Pre-School 2 opens 08:00–15:30, Mon–Fri.

### How many children can Portland Bill Pre-School 2 take?

Portland Bill Pre-School 2 is registered with Ofsted for up to 24 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Portland Bill Pre-School 2?

Norwood Junction is the nearest station we know of, 0.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Portland Bill Pre-School 2?

You can call 07542 711777.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2873498)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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