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4.6★ average from 946 parent reviews on Google

There are 100 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Southwark on our register. At their latest inspection: 7 rated Outstanding, 69 rated Good, 3 judged Inadequate — 96% of graded settings in this area are Good or better. 5 settings have already been inspected under Ofsted's new report card, which grades each area separately instead of giving a single headline word. Parents have left 946 Google reviews across 71 of these nurseries, averaging 4.6★. 60 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 43 are registered to take babies under two. Every listing shows the current Ofsted grade, opening hours, published fees and parent reviews so you can shortlist before booking a visit.

Nurseries in Southwark at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for every day nursery in Southwark.

100
Ofsted-registered nurseries
96%
Good or Outstanding
4.6★
946 parent reviews
60
Accept funded hours
43
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding7
  • Good69
  • Inadequate3

20 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade, and 5 inspected under Ofsted's new report card.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many day nurseries are there in Southwark?
    We list 100 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Southwark. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
    Which nurseries near Southwark are rated Outstanding?
    7 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Southwark. Outstanding is the top grade and is awarded to a minority of settings, so also compare Good-rated nurseries on hours, fees and location.
    What do parents say about nurseries near Southwark?
    Across 71 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents in Southwark have left 946 Google reviews at an average of 4.6★. Individual pages show the review text so you can look for recurring themes — settling-in, communication and staff turnover are the most useful signals.
    Can I use funded hours at a nursery near Southwark?
    60 of the 100 nurseries in Southwark (60%) confirm they accept government-funded early years hours. Eligibility depends on your child's age and your working status — check the nursery's own page for which funding codes they take and whether they charge for consumables on top.
    Which nurseries near Southwark take babies?
    43 settings in Southwark are registered to care for children from under two, and baby-room places are usually the first to fill. If you need a place before your child turns one, contact several nurseries as early as you can — waiting lists of six to twelve months are common.