Best Nurseries in South Croydon
31 nurseries in South Croydon — 1 Outstanding, 17 Good
Ofsted ratings in South Croydon
31
Total nurseries
1
Outstanding
17
Good
2
Requires Improvement
11
Not yet rated
Sanderstead Methodist Church, South Croydon
81 Purley Downs Road, South Croydon
Croydon High School For Girls, South Croydon
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in South Croydon
In England, working families can get 15 hours of funded childcare a week from 9 months old, rising to 30 hours from September 2025, during term time (38 weeks a year). All 3–4-year-olds get at least 15 universal funded hours regardless of parents' work status, and some 2-year-olds qualify through additional support schemes.
Funded hours are used at participating nurseries and childminders — each profile on this page shows whether a setting has funded 2-year-old and 3–4-year-old places registered. Check eligibility and apply via GOV.UK childcare eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurseries are in South Croydon?
South Croydon has 31 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 1 are rated Outstanding and 17 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in South Croydon are rated Outstanding or Good?
58% of nurseries in South Croydon are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in South Croydon?
This page lists all 31 nurseries in South Croydon sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.