Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Early Years Education & Childcare in Thornton Heath
Thornton Heath Nursery School has been dedicated to providing exceptional early years education since 2014, operating under the Pegasus Academy Trust. Our team of highly qualified educators fosters a nurturing environment where children aged 2-4 thrive through play-based learning. With an Ofsted 'Good' rating and the Croydon Wellbeing Mark, we combine statutory EYFS frameworks with child-led exploration to develop confident, resilient learners.Our facilities feature dynamic indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting individual growth through personalized key worker relationships. We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards and collaborate with families to ensure each child's unique needs are met, preparing them for future educational success.
Services
Early Years Education
Childcare Services
30-Hour Funding Program
Breakfast Club
After School Care
Safeguarding Support
Curriculum-Based Learning
Parent Workshops
Wellbeing Programs
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with 30+ years' combined early years expertise
- Awarded Croydon Wellbeing Mark 2025 for mental health support
- Ofsted-rated 'Good' with outstanding safeguarding practices
- Flexible 15-30 hour childcare options including breakfast/after-school care
- Specialist support for children with additional needs
What people say
Caring staff
Excellent communication
Nutritious meals provided
Secure environment
Loves nursery
Services
Early Years Education
Our play-based curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework while nurturing individual development. Children engage in structured and free-flow activities that build communication, physical coordination, and social skills. Daily sessions combine creative exploration with focused learning to prepare children for primary education through natural curiosity-driven experiences.
Childcare Services
We provide flexible childcare options for working families including funded and private places. Our 1:5 staff-to-child ratio ensures personalized attention in secure environments. Services include morning/afternoon sessions, full-time placements, and extended hours care with nutritious meals provided in nut-free settings.
30-Hour Funding
Eligible working families can access 30 hours weekly childcare support for children aged 2-4. This government-funded program requires eligibility verification through childcarechoices.gov.uk. We assist families with application processes and top-up payment arrangements for extended care periods.
Safeguarding Support
Our designated safeguarding team maintains rigorous child protection protocols aligned with statutory requirements. Staff undergo regular training updates while implementing preventative measures through secure site access, DBS-checked personnel, and partnership working with local authorities and health services.
Special Educational Needs
We provide tailored support for children with additional needs through our qualified SENCO and experienced educators. Individualized learning plans incorporate specialist resources and multi-agency collaboration. Our inclusive environment ensures every child achieves developmental milestones at their own pace with appropriate interventions.
People
Jenette Indarsingh
Head of Nursery
With 30 years' education experience since 1995, Jenette holds Qualified Teacher Status and SENCO accreditation. She leads safeguarding initiatives and curriculum development while maintaining strong community partnerships to enhance early years provision.
Caroline Diop
Office Manager
Managing school administration since 2014, Caroline oversees admissions, finances, and parental communications. She serves as Deputy Safeguarding Officer and staff governor, ensuring operational excellence across daily nursery functions.
Jim Sheppard
Lead Teacher
A qualified teacher with specialist expertise in early years pedagogy, Jim leads curriculum implementation and staff professional development. He maintains QTS status while focusing on improving educational outcomes through innovative teaching strategies.
Questions
What age groups do you cater to?
We accept children aged 2-4 years across our funded and private childcare programs.
How do I check eligibility for 30-hour funding?
Visit childcarechoices.gov.uk to verify eligibility or contact our office for application assistance.
Are meals provided during extended care?
Breakfast and tea are provided in clubs; lunch requires nut-free packed meals from parents.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain DBS-checked staff, secure site access, and regular safeguarding training for all team members.
Do you support children with special needs?
Yes, our qualified SENCO and experienced educators provide tailored support for additional needs.
How can parents get involved?
We offer family workshops, community events, and regular parent-teacher consultations throughout the year.
Reviews (4)
Carol Watitu
Jun 04, 2020
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Best Nursery in Thornton, the staff are excellent they communicate with you about your child progress. my 4 year old boy looks forward to go to nursery
Cristina & Carina
Nov 18, 2019
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Best Nursery I have seen in the area , had my twins girls there before and now my boy joined 7 years later . Love the fact that every single day you come to drop or pick your child the people at reception Faye and the team is ready to receive you by greeting you and the children , makes them and us feel special , thank you for that.
Dee Long
Jul 17, 2018
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The best nursery I found in the area. Both my children have attended this nursery and I wouldn't recommend anywhere else. They have separate rooms and garden's for the younger ones (2 year old's) then another for the older ones (3-5). The gardens are like an adventure playground. with loads of space and activities like painting,play doh, water play, you name it they've got it!. They also hold a six weekly parents/carer sessions like book club,craft club( optional) etc so you get to not only enjoy seeing what you child does there you get a chance to be involved aswell getting to know and spend
Meheret
Jan 14, 2018
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Friendly staff! They seem to impliment the keyworker scheme very well, my son settled in very quickly. The nursery also has fantastic facilities the garden is full of fun and learning opportunities.
