Welcome to Elmwood Nursery
Elmwood Nursery, part of Carshalton College provides high-quality care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported. Our fully qualified, experienced team encourage children to explore, learn, and grow through a wide range of stimulating activities designed to build confidence, independence, and social skills.
Our Approach
At Elmwood Nursery, we understand how important it is for parents to feel confident when leaving their child in our care. We work closely in partnership with families, offering reliable, high-quality childcare tailored to each child’s individual needs.
Our focus is on:
- Creating a safe and caring environment.
- Supporting each child’s development and wellbeing.
- Encouraging curiosity, creativity, and independence.
- Building strong relationships with children and their families.
- Promoting healthy eating and good nutrition through balanced meals and snacks that support children’s growth and development.
A Place to Grow
We aim to give every child the best possible start in life by fostering a love of learning in a supportive and stimulating setting.
Features and facilities
- 33-place nursery – places available now.
- Open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.
- Convenient on-site drop-off area.
- Excellent local public transport links.
- Free Early Education Entitlement (15 & 30 hours, subject to eligibility).
- Childcare funding accepted.
- Tax-Free Childcare accepted.
- Nutritious, balanced menu with dietary requirements catered for.
- Full day care available (8:00am – 6:00pm).
- Rated ‘Good’ in our most recent Ofsted inspection*
- Healthy Early Years London (HEYL) First Steps and Bronze Award (pending)**
*Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. Ofsted inspects and regulates education and care services in England. It ensures nurseries, schools, colleges, and children's services meet high standards.
**This is a wonderful achievement in taking such important steps to improve the health, wellbeing and development of the nursery children, staff and families.
Elmwood nursery is also registered on the Early Years Register and on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. The nursery supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Please note: We are closed for two weeks over the Christmas holidays, all bank holidays and 2 staff training days.
How to Contact Us
Elmwood Nursery, Carshalton College
Nightingale Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2EJ
Rhiannon Jaques - Nursery Manager / Abby Austin – Deputy manager
Call 0208 544 4583 or email: elmwood@stcg.ac.uk
