Toad Hall Nursery Chessington

74-76 Bridge Road, Chessington KT9 2EP
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8.9 95 Reviews
  • Toad Hall Nursery Chessington, Chessington
Toad Hall Nursery Chessington is a childcare service that looks to reward the confidence parents place in the nursery with an advantageous programme of early years education for their children, within a safe and pleasant facility.

Staff are well-qualified in safeguarding the well-being and health of children, ensuring that any individual needs are accounted for within the service, while pursuing trusted methods of active learning and physical development.

Toad Hall Nursery Group deliver high quality childcare and they ensure the welfare of each and every child by providing a secure and safe environment where children are encouraged to be healthy and active learners. Fresh food is prepared daily and all meals are nutritionally balanced.

Highly qualified staff will enable all children form secure attachments which ensure healthy emotional development and children are able to extend their learning in a calm and relaxed manner therefore preparing them for the life ahead.

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Care Provided by Toad Hall Nursery Chessington

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sonya Thakar (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 28
  • Total Places for Children
  • 78
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Toad Hall Nursery Chessington

  • £85.00 - Per day under 3,
    £79.00 - Per day over 3.

  • •   10% Family discount on the eldest child’s fees.
    •   5% discount for NHS, Armed Forces, Police and emergency services staff.
    •   50% discount on Staff fees.
    •   Up to 30 hours of funded nursery education per week during term time. In some cases, funding is also available for 2 year olds.
    •   A corporate discount maybe available if there is an agreement in place between Toad Hall Nursery and another company.
    Please contact the nursery for further information and our terms and conditions.

Toad Hall Nursery Chessington Reviews (95)

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Toad Hall Nursery Chessington has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.916) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Toad Hall Nursery Chessington has 95 reviews.

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Review from I V (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We came to view Toad Hall on a recommendation from a friend who has a child there. As we are first-time parents, there were a lot of nerves and questions from our side. The staff were excellent in answering all our questions and providing the information we needed to give us reassurance. My son absolutely
loves it there. He is a very busy child and is provided with an amazing range of activities that meet all his needs and encourages learning. The staff are absolutely amazing and show a genuine passion for what they do. They have created a very safe environment for our little ones. The rooms are well equipped with a wide variety of toys and the outside play spaces are any child’s dream. Meals and snacks are healthy, well-balanced and cater for my picky eater.

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Review from Helen T (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend this nursery highly enough, my son absolutely loves it. The nursery provides a great range of activities that meet his developmental needs and ever-growing curiosity. They celebrate a wide range of topics which promote learning and inclusivity. The nursery environment is very welcoming
and safe with excellent facilities, the outside play area is excellent with a wide range of outdoor toys. They offer a healthy well-balanced food menu, my son will literally eat anything! Aside from all the above, the best thing about the nursery is the staff, they are just great and genuinely care about the children. From the first time I visited the nursery, I knew this was the place for my son and have always felt absolutely confident that he is receiving the best care.

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Review from S S (Grandfather of Child) published on 10 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has attended this nursery since babyroom and is now getting ready to go to school next year. It has helped him grow and develop in every areas. He loves to sing me all the new songs he learns and especially the French he learns at nursery!

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Review from Nina E (Mother of Child) published on 8 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We have had a wonderful experience with Toad Hall Chessington. The staff were so patient and understanding while helping my daughter to settle into the nursery for the first time. Their communication was excellent and they were compassionate towards me during the difficult settling in journey. The first-day
poem was a lovely touch and I am so appreciative for the way they cared for my daughter while in their care.

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Review from Jane D (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very caring towards the children in their care. They also make sure they tend to the individual needs of each child. There is good interaction from the staff with the parents and I feel fully informed about his day. My child definitely enjoys his time there.

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Review from Dean H (Father of Child) published on 9 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Toad Hall nursery was an important part of my son’s development. All staff are fantastic and I am very reassured in the way things were done. Love the photos that were taken when the photographer came in at Christmas. My son also received the Christmas present from Santa at the nursery. Highly recommended.
10/10.

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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very friendly and caring staff. The management can be better and more connected and responsible to parents. The only downside bit about management until now is the reluctance of charging and charging according to the attendance pattern. I gave two months' notice for a change of hours to happen and the
manager was so unhelpful and even now, not sure if what I requested will be honoured. The same situation is valid for booking holidays, even if they are for a long time, like a month. I am not happy to pay the cost of a month's childcare when we are away on holiday. Thank you for reading this, I hope measures can be taken.

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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Toad Hall Chessington is a lovely, friendly and welcoming nursery. The staff have been helpful and supportive in assisting my daughter to settle into her first childcare setting. They provide fun and educational activities related to special days and events. They show genuine, individual care for each
child every day, which helps me feel confident in leaving my child there.

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Review from J O (Father of Child) published on 1 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Toad Hall in 2020 and enjoys her days at nursery. It’s lovely to see how much progress she has made throughout her time at Toad Hall. She gets given the opportunity to take part in activities I wouldn’t be able to carry out at home and I like the fact they have a private garden
where they are able to get out and enjoy some time outside. During her time at nursery, she is offered a morning snack and a hot lunch to follow, then is able to have a sleep in time for me to collect her early afternoon. The staff work well as a team and knowing how happy she is at nursery is all a parent could ask for. The communication is great between staff and management and I get daily feedback on how she has been throughout the day.

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Review from A E (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started nursery in September 2021. When I go there is a warm feeling, all the staff are friendly. I always feel comfortable and safe leaving my son. The staff are incredibly lovely and patient with the babies. I have full confidence in them when I leave my little one in the mornings. Great learning
place. I couldn’t have chosen a better nursery. Thank you very much; my son loves you all!

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Review from Jake H (Father of Child) published on 22 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves the nursery and the staff are so lovely. They do lots of different activities throughout the year to develop their learning. My daughter has made lots of friends at the nursery. They have nice spacious gardens and they have very nutritious meals.

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Review from Kerry S (Grandmother of Child) published on 16 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has attended Toad Hall since he was four months old. He absolutely loves nursery and often talks about it. (He's almost 3 now.) He shows us the songs and dances he has learnt. A fantastic environment for children.

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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my child has started at the nursery, all staff have been very welcoming and attentive. They are very approachable and much care is given to deal with any concerns or queries that you may have. My child is always so happy to go to nursery in the morning and always comes home with a big smile on
his face. This is mainly due to the high level of attention/engagement that he receives and the wide variety of activities on offer to him. I am very happy with the progress that he has made throughout his time at Toad Hall and wish to thank the lovely ladies for their support on his nursery journey.

Reply from Emma Ockenden, Manager at Toad Hall Nursery Chessington

Thank you for your commitment to the nursery, We value all our parent's values and views.


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Review from Erin D (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Toad Hall since he was 6 months old and now is preparing for his journey to school. I couldn't thank the staff enough for everything they have done for us as a family. They are very friendly polite and approachable. I would definitely be sending my second child to this nursery.

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Review from Matt C (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a parent of a lockdown baby, I was very anxious about my son starting at Toad Hall Nursery Chessington as he had no previous interaction with other children or adults. From his first settle, my son felt happy and comfortable due to the staff in the baby room. They are so welcoming, have a great attitude
and my son loves his key worker! I enjoy reading the communication book everyday and getting handovers on how well his day has been. I couldn’t as for a better experience for my son, my mind has been completely put at ease.

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Review from Kyle T (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are really happy with our experience so far with Toad Hall. Our son is happy and making great progress socially. Such a warm and friendly environment with ever so helpful and kind staff. Top marks!

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Review from Sasha T (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic staff - very supportive of my child's development, lots of extra things put in place to support his additional needs. Highly recommend. Love the set-up of the room, and the different child-led activities available.

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Review from Pauline A (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson attends this nursery and has a fantastic time here.
He is getting toilet trained, his speech is coming on fantastically.
The staff are loving and friendly.
The nursery is well equipped.
They do a wide range of activities both indoors and outside.

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Review from Terry C (Grandfather of Child) published on 19 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter is always happy. The staff are always happy and friendly when I go to collect my granddaughter once a week. They are very lovely ladies. Couldn't thank them enough. Toad Hall has always been a very good nursery.

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Review from Lilian G (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has recently started at Toad Hall at only 4-months-old. They have very accommodating with a non-mobile area for him to play safely and starting to learn new things each and every day. I’m very excited to see how he grows over the next couple of months.

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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.916)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.916) out of 10 for Toad Hall Nursery Chessington is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.931 for Toad Hall Nursery Chessington is calculated as follows: ( (67 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.931

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 3.985 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Toad Hall Nursery Chessington is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 78 number of registered child places is 15.6. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.6 = 0.385

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Sonya

Sonya Thakar

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

Hi, I’m Sonya, the Nursery Manager at Chessington. I’ve been working with children in the Early Years for over fourteen years. I started as an apprentice and progressed through different roles working my way up to a Nursery Manager. As a Manager, I believe every child deserves access to engaging and motivating activities throughout their day at nursery. This in return provides children with the best foundation for their learning and development.


I support and lead a lovely team of staff here at Chessington, we work together each day to provide a safe, exciting and engaging environment for the children in our care.


If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me.


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