# Small Explorers Limited

Small Explorers Limited is a full-day nursery at 107 Broadcoombe, South Croydon, CR2 8HR, in Forestdale, Croydon. It is registered for 15 children. It opens 07:30–17:00, Mon–Fri. It is run by Small Explorers Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/small-explorers-limited-2844685  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 107 Broadcoombe, South Croydon, CR2 8HR
- Opening hours: 07:30–17:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 15
- Phone: 07542 610962
- Website: https://smallexplorers-info.uk/baby-unit-monks-hill/
- Run by: [Small Explorers Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/small-explorers-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2844685

## 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 May 2025 (Reference 2844685). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844685)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844685)
- Registered places: 15 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844685)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 16 September 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1846516)

## 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: 07:30–17:00

## Getting there

Address: 107 Broadcoombe, South Croydon, CR2 8HR

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.352349,-0.055690

- Station: Gravel Hill Tram Stop, 0.5 miles
- Station: Coombe Lane Tram Stop, 0.6 miles
- 5 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Fallen Oak Field, 0.1 miles
- Park: Heathfield, 0.2 miles
- Park: Clears Croft, 0.4 miles
- Park: Addington Hills, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Edgecoombe 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


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selsdon Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (March 2025) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Quest Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (February 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Red Gates School |  | 4–11 | Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding (September 2024) |  | 0.4 miles |
| Royal Russell School |  | 3–19 |  | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Forestdale Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (May 2022) |  | 0.7 miles |
| Croydon High School |  | 3–19 |  | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Greenvale Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Courtwood Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (December 2022) |  | 0.9 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Selsdon Baptist Church Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/selsdon-baptist-church-pre-school-125031) | Good |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Totstars Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/totstars-preschool-2677112) | Good |  | 08:30–16:30 | 0.7 miles |
| [Small Explorers Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/small-explorers-ltd-ey500044) | Good |  | 08:00–17:00 | 0.7 miles |
| [SOUTHERN CHILDCARE FACILITIES- trading as ACORN NURSERY](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/southern-childcare-facilities-trading-as-acorn-nursery-ey262789) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.7 miles |
| [Selsdon Park Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/selsdon-park-pre-school-ey539112) | Good |  | 08:30–15:00 | 0.7 miles |
| [Collette's Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/collettes-nursery-2897910) |  |  |  | 0.9 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Small Explorers Limited's opening hours?

Small Explorers Limited opens 07:30–17:00, Mon–Fri.

### How many children can Small Explorers Limited take?

Small Explorers Limited is registered with Ofsted for up to 15 children at any one time.

### Who runs Small Explorers Limited?

Small Explorers Limited is run by Small Explorers Limited, which runs 2 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Small Explorers Limited?

Coombe Lane is the nearest station we know of, 0.5 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Small Explorers Limited?

You can call 07542 610962 and visit smallexplorers-info.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844685)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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