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Contact Information
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Phone Number020 3780 7107
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Details
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Group/OwnerLittle Elms Daycare Nursery Ltd
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Number of Staff25
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When ClosedBank Holidays, Early closure (1400) on Christmas Eve
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care
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Total Places for children60
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Age rangefrom 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
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ParkingEasy access and parking in the Beckenham Spa car park right next door to the nursery.
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DirectionsLocated in Beckenham Road, next to the Beckenham Spa, the nursery is close to Clock House and Beckenham Junction station.
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0730-1800
Ali T
April 4, 2016 at 12:00 amI was really worried – to put it mildly – about putting my then 11 month old into nursery full time but the baby room staff couldn’t have been any more warm and loving with him, so he settled well. All the babies are loved and respected, there is a lot of fun and the staff are very attentive to the babies and happy to chat to parents about any tiny concern for as long as you like. Can”t recommend it enough.
Emma C
August 7, 2019 at 12:00 amAfter 4 years of our son being at this nursery, it is very sad to see it not be in his life any more. They have helped create a lovely, caring knowledgeable child who shows readiness for school from what they have helped teach him since being there. Staff are friendly and the place as a nice feel to it. Would recommend.
Sue R
August 13, 2019 at 12:00 amI have had 2 children attend Little Elms, my son from 11 months to his school start at 4.5 and my daughter from 11 months to today (nearly 2). The best part about the nursery are the caring staff who are always nurturing, helpful and interested in the kids. This (and safety) are the most important things to me and Little Elms excels (especially in the Baby rooms – which is so important to parents thinking through where to start their little ones).
There have been a few blips in management communication as there is moderate turnover but they are very responsive to issues and I’ve always felt heard.
The food provision is varied and nutritious, my kids have no food sensitivities so I can’t speak to that.
The outdoor space is limited compared to some other local nurseries at this site, it is the biggest drawback I think – but the classes share it well and the staff are creative in using the space.
I would (and have) recommend this nursery to prospective parents.
Kirsty A
January 30, 2020 at 12:00 amReally happy with the nursery. It’s got a lovely feel to it – the building is always kept well presented and regularly maintained and painted, which I really like to see – it’s never grubby. Toys and resources are plentiful, there’s a lovely garden area that is very well used, and the staff are generally lovely – warm, caring and kind: it’s a home-to-home feel. Food is cooked on-site and it always gets eaten, which is more than I can say for my cooking! My son has been there since he was nine months old and I’ve been so pleased with how happy he has been – he’s my third baby so I’ve got a bit of experience with childcare settings, and I think fairly realistic expectations – this nursery exceeds those.
S G
February 1, 2023 at 12:00 amSince the new manager has taken over the communications have improved which gives me reassurance my child has benefitted from the vast activities and is keen to learn. The team have a strong understanding of safeguarding and my child has settled really well. Thank you all
Sarah H
February 10, 2023 at 12:00 amSince the manager has started I can see a change in my child he is always keen to learn and comes home with stuff I know he has learnt at nursery. The communication has improved and the staff are keen to tell me what he has been doing during the day. Fantastic team and and new manager. Thank you
Rebecca N
March 14, 2023 at 12:00 amOur daughter has been at the nursery for two months and she has settled in well. It was a huge transition for her going into nursery practically full-time. The staff couldn’t do enough to make sure she was settled and importantly, keeping us fully up to date with her progress. She now goes into nursery always smiling and we as parents genuinely believe the staff are invested in her development.
Anne D
March 15, 2023 at 12:00 amAfter a few bumps and misunderstandings, I have been very happy with the service provided since the new management team came into place. They’ve shown nothing but professionalism and they are also interacting a lot more with the parents, for my part. My little girl went from being upset every morning to being the happiest she has ever been so there’s been a massive positive change and now I can’t recommend them enough!!
A P
March 22, 2023 at 12:00 amWe absolutely love this nursery for our daughter. Management and the staff in our daughter’s room are fantastic and incredibly friendly. They are really enthusiastic and keep us up to date with everything that is going on and how she’s been during the day. I also love that they take the children on little outings when they can. The only downside is that it would be nice for the outdoor space to be a bit bigger but to be honest the children don’t seem to notice!
P B
March 24, 2023 at 12:00 amWe really can’t fault the nursery at all! Our son couldn’t be happier and the staff are so lovely with him. He settled in really quickly and I’m sure this was because of how caring everyone was when he first joined. Great menu choice every day and lots of fun activities. All the staff are warm and friendly and keep in regular touch about our son with updates throughout the day on the app or direct messages if they need to – fab place for our baby to be! A few staff changes since he’s been there and a few periods of unsettledness but current management is excellent! Garden is probably my least favourite part of the nursery but at least there is some outdoor space and it has lots of fun toys for the kids to play with.
Amy H
April 3, 2023 at 12:00 amOur little boy joined only a month ago, always was very shy and nervous around strangers but now has totally come out his shell, loves all the creative play and speech has really improved. Couldn’t of asked for more. Also eating way more variety than the chicken nugget diet he insists I feed him!! All the careers have been so gentle with his nervous energy and update me on everything they know I worry about. Thank you Little Elms Daycare New Beckenham!
H T
April 10, 2023 at 12:00 amWe are really happy to have our daughter at Little Elms. She took a while to settle but the staff have always been lovely and patient with her. She has now moved to the second baby room and is very confident to be left in the morning.
She loves to see the tortoises and is always doing a great range of activities. We get good updates on the app and from staff when we pick her up in the evenings. The nursery is also open (outside bank holidays) throughout the Christmas period, which is a massive bonus!
Our daughter is very happy there and we feel affection and trust for the staff, peace of mind is priceless.
Charlie Y
April 22, 2023 at 12:00 amOur daughter started a few months ago and I cannot recommend Little Elms Daycare enough! I was quite anxious and emotional about leaving her, but the teachers in her room are just wonderful, so kind and thoughtful they made it a really supportive experience. They proactively updated me during her first few days to say she was doing well, and are brilliant at updating the app so we can see what she’s been up to. She really loves it there and we enjoy going to pick her up and chatting with the teachers, a lovely place to be!
Sam E
June 9, 2023 at 12:00 amBoth my children have gone here since they were 7 months old! They have great opening times, good room leader and the kids are safe and happy. They provide weekly photos of what they are going, which always brightens your day! The menu is varied and my little ones eat everything and they provide x 2 snacks and 3 meals per day.
Simone D
June 26, 2023 at 12:00 amIt’s a fantastic place for kids to be!!
Staff are lovely!
Place is clean!
Food is healthy!
Garden is fab!
And they have tortoises what more could you want!
The Little Elms is the place to be! No time to waste!