Thornton Heath Nursery School
URN: 131723 • Thornton Heath CR7 8RS
Overview
- Name
- Thornton Heath Nursery School
- URN
- 131723
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 80.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jenette Indarsingh (since 2025) , Head of Nursery
- Telephone
- 02086840494
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 51 Pridham Road, Thornton Heath CR7 8RS
Summary
Thornton Heath Nursery School, located in Croydon, serves children aged two to four years and is a local authority nursery school. With a current enrolment of 103 pupils, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes early learning and development. Rated "Good" by Ofsted in 2023, the nursery follows the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum Framework, ensuring that children receive a solid foundation for their future education.
The school offers a range of facilities, including breakfast and after-school care clubs, aimed at supporting working families. Additionally, Thornton Heath Nursery School has been awarded the Croydon Wellbeing Mark for 2025, reflecting its commitment to the wellbeing of its pupils and the wider community. The nursery encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as Stay 'n' Play sessions and provides information on local support programmes.
Admissions are open for children eligible to start from September 2025, with options for part-time and full-time placements. Parents are encouraged to apply early due to high demand and can access government-funded initiatives for eligible families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the nursery directly.
The school offers a range of facilities, including breakfast and after-school care clubs, aimed at supporting working families. Additionally, Thornton Heath Nursery School has been awarded the Croydon Wellbeing Mark for 2025, reflecting its commitment to the wellbeing of its pupils and the wider community. The nursery encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as Stay 'n' Play sessions and provides information on local support programmes.
Admissions are open for children eligible to start from September 2025, with options for part-time and full-time placements. Parents are encouraged to apply early due to high demand and can access government-funded initiatives for eligible families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the nursery directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Events (calendar)
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- HERE (download)
- here (download)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions & Fees (other)
- Admissions and Fees (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Tunstall Nursery School (85.3)
- Purley Nursery School (79.1)
- Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre (56.2)
- Coulsdon Nursery School (55.2)
- Crosfield Nursery School (54.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 103 | 59 | 44 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 57 | 60 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 56 | 55 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 56 | 55 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 115 | 64 | 51 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 135 | 85 | 50 | 0.00 |
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