# Red Robin Montessori

Red Robin Montessori is a full-day nursery at 83 Bensham Manor Road, THORNTON HEATH, CR7 7AF, in Thornton Heath, Croydon. It is registered for 60 children and takes children aged 5 months to 5 years. It opens 07:45–18:30, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It offers funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/red-robin-montessori-ey358567  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 83 Bensham Manor Road, THORNTON HEATH, CR7 7AF
- Ages: 5 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 07:45–18:30, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 60
- 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 8665 9611
- Website: http://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY358567

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 16 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358567

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since July 2008 (Reference EY358567). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358567)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 16 May 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358567)
- Registered places: 60 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358567)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 23 July 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/28910)

## Fees

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

Fees: 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: 07:45–18:30
- Ages: 5 months to 5 years

## Getting there

Address: 83 Bensham Manor Road, THORNTON HEATH, CR7 7AF

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.396151,-0.098247

- Station: Thornton Heath, 0.2 miles
- Station: Selhurst, 0.5 miles
- Station: Norwood Junction, 1.0 miles, no step-free access
- 12 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Grangewood Park, 0.4 miles
- Park: Whitehorse Road Recreation Ground, 0.4 miles
- Park: Whitehorse Meadow, 0.4 miles
- Park: Thornton Heath Recreation Ground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Trumble Gardens, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 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


## About: a day here

### Learning and approach

- Montessori (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/about)

### Food

- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/meals-snacks-and-rest-periods)
- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/terms-and-conditions)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/meals-snacks-and-rest-periods)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/meals-snacks-and-rest-periods)

### Outdoors

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/facilities)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/facilities)

### Care and routines

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/admission-policy)
- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/facilities)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/about)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/admission-policy)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/admission-policy)

### Building and safety

- Secure entry system (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/parent-handbook/arrival-and-departure)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/about)

### Extras and activities

- Language classes (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/curriculum)
- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/curriculum)
- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/curriculum)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Heath Nursery School | Nursery | 2–4 | Good (October 2023) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Whitehorse Manor Infant School | Primary | 3–7 | Good (March 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Whitehorse Manor Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Report card (June 2026) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Ecclesbourne Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (May 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Beulah Infants' School | Primary | 3–7 | School remains Good (February 2023) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre | Nursery | 2–5 | Good (January 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| The Crescent Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (July 2024) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Beulah Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Requires improvement (June 2024) |  | 0.6 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Amazing Grace Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/amazing-grace-nursery-ey556716) | Good |  |  | under 0.1 miles |
| [Angels Unlimited Nurseries Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/angels-unlimited-nurseries-ltd-ey482403) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.1 miles |
| [Tammy's Tiny Tots](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tammys-tiny-tots-ey551191) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Daffodils Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/daffodils-day-nursery-ey563425) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Little Ann Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-ann-day-nursery-ey314260) | Good |  | 07:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [CW King Fishers Day Nurseries Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cw-king-fishers-day-nurseries-limited-2739197) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### Does Red Robin Montessori offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Red Robin Montessori offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does Red Robin Montessori take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Red Robin Montessori offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### Does Red Robin Montessori offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. Red Robin Montessori offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

### What are Red Robin Montessori's opening hours?

Red Robin Montessori opens 07:45–18:30, Mon–Fri.

### What ages does Red Robin Montessori take?

Red Robin Montessori takes children aged 5 months to 5 years.

### What is Red Robin Montessori's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Red Robin Montessori Good at its inspection on 16 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Red Robin Montessori take?

Red Robin Montessori is registered with Ofsted for up to 60 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Red Robin Montessori?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Red Robin Montessori.

### What approach does Red Robin Montessori follow?

Red Robin Montessori's website describes its approach as: Montessori.

### Does Red Robin Montessori have outdoor space?

Red Robin Montessori lists: Own garden and Growing / allotment area.

### What is the nearest station to Red Robin Montessori?

Thornton Heath is the nearest station we know of, 0.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Red Robin Montessori?

You can call 020 8665 9611 and visit www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358567)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.redrobinmontessori.co.uk/)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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