Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 6pm
ABC Studio Childcare
Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
Number of places
27 places
Age range
1–3 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Southwark
About this day nursery
ABC Studio Childcare is a sustainable nursery in Peckham, catering to children from walking age up to five years old. They focus on creating a safe and caring atmosphere, with meticulous attention to planning the physical space, providing healthy and nutritious meals, selecting high-quality educational materials, and hiring qualified and nurturing staff.
The nursery encourages a 'free-flow', child-led play approach to support natural curiosity and exploration. For older children, they offer more structured educational activities to prepare them for school.
The facility is open for 49 weeks a year, closing for one week at Christmas and one week in August, with core hours from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, offering full-day sessions only. They accept various government funding options and provide wrap-around care and extended hours at an additional cost.
The nursery also offers a 5% sibling discount and requires a minimum of three full days per week for placements. They charge an application handling fee for an 'Opt In' place on the waiting list and a registration fee once the place is offered and accepted.
Our ethos
We encourage a ‘free-flow’, child-led play, supporting the children in their natural curiosity and exploration. For older children we offer a range of more structured educational activities preparing them for state and private schools’ entry.
What it's like
Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery by friendly and engaging staff. Staff are nurturing and kind, which helps children to feel valued and secure. Children make their own choices about activities and show high levels of concentration.
Sustainable nurseryChild-led playSchool readinessGovernment funding acceptedFull day sessions
Pricing & funding
Fees are charged monthly, segmented by age groups (9-23 months, 2 years, and 3-5 years) with rates varying by the number of days booked per week. Funding options for 15 and 30 hours are available for 3-5 year olds. Additional charges apply per funded day for meals, consumables, and voluntary services.
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Good to know
- Application handling fee applies for waiting list places.
- Registration fee is charged upon accepting an offered place.
- A 5% sibling discount is available.
- Additional fees apply per funded day for meals, consumables, and optional voluntary services.
- After-hours care is available for an additional cost, subject to availability.
Key facts
Age range
Walking age to 5 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Session types
Full day
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for ABC Studio Childcare
Last inspected 30 November 2022
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery by friendly and engaging staff. Staff are nurturing and kind, which helps children to feel valued and secure. Children make their own choices about activities and show high levels of concentration.
Inspector highlights
- The leadership team has a clear vision and shows a great passion in wanting to give children the best start in their learning.
- Staff give children's communication and language development a high priority.
- Partnerships with parents are very strong.
- Staff plan an exciting and well-thought-out curriculum.
- Staff support children to develop healthy lifestyles.
Areas to develop
- 1consider how to better organise group activities to help children to remain engaged in their learning.
Inspection #10251206 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents are positive parents are positive
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff monitor children's development well and have a good understanding of their learning needs. They speak confidently about the progress that children have made and how they will support their next steps in learning. Staff work closely with parents and have developed links with other professionals to help support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This helps to provide a consistent approach to children's care and learning.
Outdoor space
Children have countless opportunities to spend time outside, discovering the natural world around them. They demonstrate strong physical development, with older children skilfully using bicycles and younger children navigating space with a wheelbarrow.
Parent Reviews of ABC Studio Childcare
5.0
(14)
Anna S
8 months ago
Very caring and nurturing environment. Creative activities. Priority on outdoor play. ABC just got access to a new space over the road with an even bigger outdoor garden for the children to use and have picnics etc. Our toddler absolutely loves it. The staff are long term, minimal turnover, (i.e rarely bank staff) which helps with settling in and creating a consistent environment for learning. There are also multiple male members of staff which we think is important for role models and showing men in caring positions. The nursery also has all children playing in the same spaces - across ages. Activities are separated out to be age appropriate but we like that they learn how to play with children older and younger. An extremely well run place. The staff also put on periodic events for parents, such as Christmas party, as well as learning session on topics such as toilet training, applying for schools, and managing challenging behaviour. We’ve had our toddler here for nearly a year and intend to send our latest baby here too!
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Olivia D
a year ago
Our daughter has been going to ABC for a year and a half now and we’re super happy. She is thriving. The whole team is great. Lots of learning and creative opportunities for the kids - indoor, outdoor and out of nursery - but also a really warm and friendly atmosphere. They make sure to involve parents with social events, workshops and regular parent-teacher meetings. Thank you to the whole team!
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Jack Bailey
10 months ago
A great nursery with staff that really care about the children. There are regular progress meetings with lots of detail about your child’s development. Lots of events put on for children and parents. Our daughter has really enjoyed her time here, highly recommend!
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I L-C
8 months ago
Our daughter had a fantastic time at ABC. The staff are so caring and organise so many fun activities and outings for the children. She has made some wonderful friends there and really grown in confidence.
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P T
a year ago
Our two daughters have been part of the ABC family for over two years now, and we couldn’t be happier - the team is incredibly kind, nurturing, and attentive, always ensuring the kids are happy and fulfilled. They offer a great mix of fun activities, free play, and plenty of outdoor time, including trips to parks and the wildlife centre and even to the theatre for special occasions. The warm, family-focused atmosphere and clear communication, including an active parent WhatsApp group, makes us feel very involved. We feel lucky to have found this lovely nursery.
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Inspection history
Most recent inspection
30 November 2022
Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.
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About the setting
ABC Studio Childcare registered in 2020 and is situated in the London Borough of Southwark. The nursery is open all year round, from 8.15am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The setting provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years. It employs five members of staff, two of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3, and two hold level 2. One member of staff holds a level 6 teaching qualification.
- URN
- 2590146
- Registered person
- ABC Studio Childcare Ltd
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
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