Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

75 Woolwich Road, Upper Abbey Wood, London SE2 0DY
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8.7 66 Reviews
  • Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere, London
Awarded top ten most highly rated nursery in London in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021.

The Croft Day Nursery is a warm and friendly nursery with a homelike atmosphere where children feel happy and confident.

They have highly qualified, caring staff that support the children to learn through a varied, well-planned curriculum, based on the early years foundation stage. A positive, stimulating environment where play can develop and inspire.

They aim to encourage curiosity, promote kindness and respect, and exercise imagination and creativity. A safe and nurturing environment develops each child's unique qualities and potential. An individualised educational approach prepares children for school and helps them to thrive socially.

The curriculum is engaging and includes a variety of stimulating developmental materials that encourage a love for lifelong learning and continuous exploration of the world. Programs are designed to match parents’ schedules and meet their budgets.

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Care Provided by Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Joanne Williams (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 21
  • Total Places for Children
  • 58
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere

  • We offer a minimum booking pattern of 3 days a week (8:00 till 18:00) with the option to add an early start of 07:30 or a late finish of 18:30. We accept funding for 15 and 30 hours.


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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere Reviews (66)

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Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.698) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere has 66 reviews.

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is happy at The Croft. I have no worries when I drop her off. The Learning Journies are an extremely good way of receiving a summary of what your child gets up to in their daily attendance at The Croft. She loves her teachers and always talks about them and her day when she comes home.

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Review from Lou D (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter (just turned 2) loves going to the Croft and often talks about the staff and children at home. She feels safe and happy there so I am happy to leave her in their very capable hands whilst I go to work. I feel connected to what she's doing with a weekly report and if I miss her I can call
or email and the staff respond quickly, often with a picture which I really appreciate.


They have taught her to be a polite, independent and thoughtful girl. They adapt learning to suit the child rather than stick to a rigid plan based on what suits the room/age. I experienced this kind of blanket approach at a former nursery and I don't believe that's best for the child.


The staff go above and beyond to not only make your child feel safe, happy and welcome but that is extended to the parents too.


I wish I found the Croft for my first child. I have experienced 3 nurseries and hands down this is the best. I couldn't recommend the Croft enough.


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Review from Bisi (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What an amazing nursery! My older children were so happy here. My last child has been at the nursery since three months old, she's now 2 years 6 months old and very happy, confident.
The staff are exceptional, very friendly, and caring. The nursery provides a warm, loving and fun environment for the
children. Parents receive a weekly update on their child's learning development.


I could go on......


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Review from N K (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are new to the nursery, we visited this nursery and knew straight away it was the one for our boy. I looked at a lot of places after and never had the same feeling. We are very happy as is our 15 months old, he has settled so quickly. The staff all work very hard and you can tell that it is a lovely
environment to work in. This reflects in the children. You get great value for money here. I would recommend Croft to any parents.

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Review from Remi T (Father of Child) published on 12 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here are 3 months old. We were very confident that she would be very well looked after since we had the experience with 2 other siblings go through the same nursery. The staff are attentive and friendly, they keep you informed of your child's progress, and provide a good springboard
for the child to go on to primary school in a seamless fashion. More importantly, the child is well-looked after and safe. When I drop my child off in the mornings, she just runs off, into the staff arms. She can't wait to go in. That for me is a sign, that my child is happy here.

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Review from Sumendip S (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is happy at this nursery and has become comfortable with the staff. The staff all very friendly and professional. The nursery is managed well and overall I’m very happy with the Croft.

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Review from Ji P (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 3yr little boy loves the croft from day one and always happy being at nursery.
Staff are super kind and friendly, always welcoming and willing to help. Never seen the meal but my son always having double portions which indicate great food and he enjoys, most importantly he is well looked after
and healthy.
I am baking #2 and definitely sending him to the Croft again as I feel comfortable and safe to leave my second child there. Also, want him to have great experience what his brother had before.
Absolutely high recommended.

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Review from Alida P (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Beautiful and tidy. My daughter has been going to this nursery for two years now. Me and her are extremely happy with the services provided. All the staff does is care about the children.

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Review from Les G (Father of Child) published on 21 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent setting for children to learn and develop. Staff and management have been wonderful and our daughter always looks forward to spending time at The Croft.

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Review from Brighton M C (Father of Child) published on 15 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has looked forward to going to nursery in her days at the Croft. My daughter has grown to be an intelligent girl who is respectful, truthful, very sensible, confident and I have to say a big thank you to Croft staff, her mentors/ key workers and management who have the right staff at the
right time.
The nursery is empowering always trying new things, changing rooms - set up the same rooms but looking different and very good all the time and this makes it new. Kids get bored looking at same things over and over. They have made an excellent effort in making sure this does not happen at the Croft. My daughter always enjoyed and loved attending this day nursery and thinks the world of it.


I have to say it is re-assuring for any parent to know my child attends an excellent place of care. It is like a deer on fresh waters, beautiful.


May the Croft staff keep this good work and hope they all empower this excellence to others.


Well done the Croft staff and all your teams and management.


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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is just not a child care place but needless to say, the staff are exceptional, caring and it is never too much when you need something or ask for further information. My daughter enjoyed her days at Croft now waiting to start school next Monday and thanks to all the efforts and support
to this day.


The planning of care is also focused on the child's journey and development through the service. There are weekly updates which reveal stages of improvement or recommendations of learning, play and work. A graduation day at the end of their time is emotional, beautiful and memorable. My daughter hoped she could stay there and graduate again, she loved the Croft she has said, "my best days ever are at my nursery mummy." I can recommend this nursery to anyone because of their excellent standards.


May the good work they do continue for the next generations to come. Well done to all the Croft staff and their manager/s who are aware of every detail and takes everything to precision.


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Review from Abimbola O (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you, Croft, for being part of my children's early stage life. I have never felt comfortable leaving the kids with anyone or anywhere but with Croft, my instinct just allows me to leave the kids and I don't have any concerns or worry. Thanks to all the staff for the hard work. It shows on my daughter
that she learnt a lot in Croft. I can't thank you enough and when it comes to word of mouth, I am ready to give verbal feedback to the world about Croft Day Nursery and I can go on and on ...

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Review from Elizabeth G (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter and my son currently attend this nursery and I can honestly say that the nursery is amazing with both my children. My son is speaking, using sentences and saying please and thank you at 15 months and my daughter is ready for school. She knows how to spell her name and recognises all letters
and shapes. She has made so many friends and both of their social skills are amazing. The nursery continues to show them love and support as well as teach them a balanced curriculum. I have full confidence with the nursery and I know they encourage learning and play. They have made both my children confident and independent. The staff are so caring and have a real family feel. The food I've been told by my daughter is great.

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Review from Katie D (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending the Croft for nearly 3 years, I could not ask for a more family felt environment for him to develop and learn in. I am so impressed with the time and effort the staff put in to make him feel special and unique. The staff are fabulous and are always there to ask for advice and
are willing to help in the best way they can. He loves coming into nursery and I will be very sad to move on when he has to leave for school. I love seeing what he has been up to throughout the week and reading his learning journey that is sent home weekly.
The Croft is such a warm caring environment and it always feels so happy when I arrive. I can not wait for my baby to start in the spring as I know she will be cared for by an amazing loving group.

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Review from Jo L (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our Son attended The Croft Day Nursery for over two years and graduated this August to start Primary School in September. My partner and I highly recommend The Croft Day Nursery. Our Son thoroughly enjoyed his time there and we watched him grow and develop into a charming little boy. The staff are
extremely professional but add their own personal touches that allow them to build loving relationships with the children.
Our Son absolutely adored his Key Worker and the additional staff that supported him in his class. He has made lovely friends and looked forward to going to Nursery each day where his confidence grew as he progressed through each stage and was supported with his reading and writing at every level. We are grateful to the Croft Day Nursery for encouraging our son and preparing him for the next stage of his journey to school.

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Review from Kerry W (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Croft Day Nursery. My son has been there for 2 years and only just left to go primary school. He loved all the staff and children, everyone has been totally amazing and really brought him out of his shell and prepared him for primary school. My son is very sad to leave and so
are we, as they have taught our son so much and become very close to him. He loved trips to the park, library, the woods to see the Gruffalo. Spanish lessons, ballet lessons etc.

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Review from Svitlana O (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Croft is a wonderful place with the professional team, homely atmosphere. My son was attending preschool group from the beginning of April until mid-July and I was really anxious how he would get on. But with the help of the lovely team, he settled really well and was enjoying it so much. Unfortunately,
we moved to another area but I will highly recommend the place as very good and homely.

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Review from Jide O (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends this nursery 4 days a week and always comes home with a smile. Staff are friendly and always ready to address any concern. This is a great nursery managed by good people. The nursery is always clean which must be very hard with so many children in the building yet they keep great
standards.

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Review from Michelle K (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Firstly I have to start by saying that I found picking a nursery for my sons extremely hard. I have to put it down as one of the hardest Mum jobs I have done. I have 2 boys who attend The Croft Nursery. One is in the baby room (8 months) and the other in the toddler room (2 yrs). The staff at The Croft
Nursery are happy, friendly and truly care about the children they look after. Both of my sons are extremely happy at nursery and have built close relationships with the staff in their rooms and the wider nursery. Not forgetting the Managers who do a great job in running the nursery. As a working mum, one thing I absolutely love about The Croft nursery is my Friday emails. Once a week I receive my sons learning journeys for the week. This Pdf is summary of my boys week which includes pictures. It never fails to bring a smile to my face. One happy mummy

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Review from Norma B (Grandmother of Child) published on 29 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter attends croft nursery and loves the activities and the staff. This is very reassuring. I drop my granddaughter off and pick her up some days as does her mother. I have always found every member of staff very professional, informative and having excellent people skills and, even more
important, extremely skilled in dealing with the children. When my granddaughter had to have medication during the day at nursery they were so caring and professional we were completely at ease with their caring for my granddaughter. I could not be happier with my granddaughter's progress in all aspects since attending Croft Nursery and I take this opportunity to thank the staff for all their hard work.

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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.698)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.698) out of 10 for Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.7 out of 5 from 4 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 4.978 for Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere is calculated as follows: ( (45 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 46 Ratings = 4.978

  • 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 3.72 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Croft Day Nursery - Belvedere is based on 4 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 = 3.375

    • 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 58 number of registered child places is 11.6. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.6 = 0.345

  • 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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Meet the Team (6)

Jo

Jo Williams

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager, in Childcare for over 23 years.


Jenni

Jenni

Job Title: Nursery Deputy Manager

Nursery Deputy Manager, Been in childcare for over 11 years.


Afet

Afet

Job Title: Nursery 3rd Incharge and Room Leader

Nursery 3rd in charge and Room Leader, been in childcare for over 5 years


Molly

Molly

Job Title: Nursery Room Leader

Nursery Room Leader, been in childcare for over 5 years.


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Mia

Job Title: Nursery Room Leader

Nursery Room Leader, Been in childcare for over 5 years.


Laura

Laura

Job Title: Nursery Room Leader

Nursery Room Leader, Been in childcare for over 11 years.


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