Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Child Care Partner in Croydon
Gingerbread Corner has been providing nurturing childcare services since 1976, pioneering Europe's first after-school care scheme. We offer comprehensive early years nursery provision for children aged 3 months to 5 years across four dedicated rooms, alongside out-of-school care for 5-11 year olds. Our purpose-built facility accommodates nearly 200 children daily, featuring specialist spaces including sensory rooms, adventure playgrounds, and ICT suites. As a registered charity, we implement income-based fee structures to ensure accessibility, offering additional discounts for siblings and key workers.Our experienced team maintains strong continuity of care, with many former attendees returning as parents and staff members. We provide nutritious home-cooked meals catering to dietary requirements, alongside structured daily routines that balance educational development with recreational activities. Our commitment to quality has been recognised through consistent parental testimonials and multi-generational patronage.
Services
Nursery Care
Out-of-School Care
Holiday Scheme
Birthday Parties
School Collection
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have been providing childcare services since 1976.
- Our purpose-built facility accommodates nearly 200 children daily.
- We offer income-based fee structures as a registered charity.
- Our team maintains continuity of care across generations.
- We provide home-cooked meals catering to dietary requirements.
What people say
Loved being there
Safe hands
Great comfort
Significant growth
Well looked after
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery provides full-day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years across four dedicated rooms. The purpose-built facility includes outdoor play areas, sensory rooms, and ICT suites. Children follow structured routines with curriculum-based activities, nutritious home-cooked meals, and individualised learning plans developed by assigned key workers.
Out-of-School Care
We offer after-school care for 5-11 year olds with collection from local schools via minibuses. The programme includes structured activities, homework support, and free play in adventure playgrounds. Sessions run from school finish until 18:30 during term time, with extended holiday provision available.
Holiday Scheme
Our holiday care scheme operates during school breaks with extended hours from 07:45-18:30. Children participate in themed activities, creative workshops, and supervised trips to local attractions. The programme maintains continuity with our term-time provision while offering special holiday-themed experiences.
Birthday Parties
We host children's birthday parties in our dedicated party hall with access to soft play areas and outdoor decking. The package includes tables, kitchen facilities, and space for entertainment. Parties can be booked for 5-hour slots on weekends with capacity for 20-30 guests.
School Collection
Our minibuses collect children from multiple local schools during term time. The service covers designated schools with established pick-up times, ensuring safe transportation to our facility. Staff accompany children throughout their journey and provide supervision until parents collect them.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide nursery care for children aged 3 months to 5 years and out-of-school care for 5-11 year olds.
Are meals included in the fees?
Yes, nursery fees include breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Out-of-school children bring packed lunches but receive afternoon snacks.
Do you offer flexible payment options?
As a charity, we operate income-based fee structures with discounts for low-income families, siblings, and key workers.
What activities are available?
Children access structured play, educational activities, adventure playgrounds, creative workshops, and specialist facilities like sensory rooms and IT suites.
How do you support child development?
We implement individual learning plans with key workers, conduct regular observations, and maintain detailed progress records accessible to parents.
Can I visit before enrolling?
Yes, we offer three-day settling-in visits with gradual separation to help children adjust comfortably to our environment.
