Saffron Walden Crocus Early Years Centre

Welcome to Saffron Walden Crocus Early Years Centre, where our team of dedicated and nurturing staff support children's development from 3 months to 5 years. Our Ofsted Good-rated nursery is situated on the grounds of Saffron Walden County High School, in a beautiful rural location, with lots of space to explore both indoors and out.

Inspiring Rooms to Learn and Play

Our lovely and cosy baby room is for little ones aged 3 months to 2 years and is the perfect space for our younger children to play, discover, and be nurtured. We follow your child's home routine as closely as possible to ensure the transition from home to nursery runs smoothly. This room also benefits from having its own sleep room for quiet naps.

In our toddler room, 2 to 3-year-olds start gaining their independence as they explore their bright and colourful room. Activities are planned around the children's interests, giving them lots of opportunities to have fun in their large and enriching room.

Our busy preschool room is where your little learner will discover all the skills they need to feel confident and prepared to start school.

Children also enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions where they can learn about the world through music and song.

A Bright Beginning for Every Child

Give your child the confidence to thrive with our Nurture Approach—a warm, enriching early years experience designed by specialists to support every stage of development. Rooted in the EYFS curriculum, this personalised programme blends wellbeing-focused activities with exciting learning opportunities across subjects like maths, reading, writing, science, and art.

To help preschoolers feel truly ready for school, our Ready for School programme adds structure and focus to essential skills, building confidence and independence in a fun, supportive environment.

Whether your child is moving rooms or preparing for their next big step, we’re here to nurture their potential and spark a lifelong love of learning. You can stay updated with your child's day through our Bright Horizons Family app, which keeps you connected with their experiences and development every step of the way.

Outdoor Adventures

Our beautiful garden space is surrounded by an inspiring, rural environment. All of the rooms enjoy freeflow access to the garden, allowing your little one to explore the outdoors throughout the day.

The garden is divided into age-specific areas and includes a wide variety of exciting activities, from slides and trikes to tunnels and an allotment area.

All-Inclusive Care and Convenience

• Nutritionally-balanced meals are prepared by our onsite chef. Our all-inclusive care extends to meals, snacks, nappies, wipes, formula and creams.
• Onsite parking.
• Set within its own self-contained building on the grounds of Saffron Walden County High School.
• Rated Good at our last Ofsted inspection.
• Enjoy earlier opening hours of 7:30am.
• Limited funded-only places available.

Your Personal Tour

We're so excited to meet you and your little one. To learn more about our nursery in Saffron Walden, or to see us for yourself, please get in touch and we'll arrange a personal tour.