About JLK Croydon
Just Little Kidz Croydon is located on London Road, CR7 7YE — a warm, welcoming setting where every child feels safe, seen and celebrated. We welcome children from 3 months up to 5 years old, and our team of experienced early years practitioners work hard to build a genuine home-from-home environment.
We are Ofsted-registered, DBS-checked and members of the NDNA. Our Croydon setting also offers extended hours for families who need them.
Opening hours
JLK Croydon is open Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 7:00pm (extended hours subject to availability), 51 weeks per year. We close on bank holidays and for one week over Christmas.
Standard hours at all sites are 8:00am – 6:00pm. The extended 7am–7pm window at Croydon is available for families who need early drop-off or later collection — please ask about availability and any additional charges when you visit.
Session types
We offer flexible sessions to suit your family's routine:
- Full day — the most popular option for working parents
- Half day morning — ideal for younger children building up hours
- Half day afternoon — less common but available
- Ad-hoc sessions — subject to availability, booked in advance
Minimum bookings apply. View the full Croydon fee schedule →
Government-funded hours
Your child may be entitled to government-funded early education hours, which can reduce — or in some cases eliminate — your weekly fees during term time.
- From 9 months: 15 funded hours/week for eligible working families
- 2-year-olds: 15 funded hours/week for eligible families
- 3 & 4-year-olds: 15 funded hours/week for all; up to 30 hrs for working families
We accept all major funded entitlements at Croydon. Check your eligibility and get your code at childcarechoices.gov.uk, then let us know when you register.
Note: funded hours are term-time only. Holiday sessions are charged at the standard daily rate.
Meals & snacks
We provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals throughout the day — you do not need to send a packed lunch. Our menus are planned by our team to be balanced, child-friendly and varied.
We cater for all dietary requirements, allergies and cultural preferences. Please let us know at registration so we can make the right arrangements before your child starts.
A small food charge applies for children attending on government-funded-only sessions (breakfast £2, snack £2, lunch £4.50, tea £4). This does not apply to children paying standard fees.
Settling in: what to expect
We have a structured, gentle settling-in process designed to make the transition as smooth as possible — for your child and for you. It typically involves a series of short visits before your child's official start date, gradually increasing in length.
Every child is assigned a key person — a dedicated practitioner who builds a close relationship with your child, gets to know their routines and personality, and becomes a familiar, trusted face.
What to bring on the first day
We keep it simple. You'll need:
- Nappies and wipes (if your child is not yet toilet trained)
- A labelled change of clothes (two is better)
- Any comfort item your child relies on (teddy, dummy — all welcome)
- Any medication with a completed consent form
Ready to visit?
The best way to get a feel for JLK Croydon is to come and see us. Book a free tour and our team will show you around, answer every question and help you decide if we're the right fit for your family.