What is Alpha Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Alpha Nursery received an Ofsted rating of 'Good' during its inspection on 4 November 2022. This rating indicates that the nursery provides a good standard of care and education, with positive outcomes for children's development and well-being.

How much does Alpha Nursery cost?

The specific session costs for Alpha Nursery are not published in the provided information. However, the nursery accepts payments via debit card, bank transfer, and various childcare vouchers, including Tax-Free Childcare, EdenRed, Sodexo, Computershare, and RG Childcare. All sessions must be paid for in advance to secure a child's place.

Does Alpha Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare?

This information isn't published - contact the nursery directly to ask.

Does Alpha Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents?

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Does Alpha Nursery take 2-year-old funded places?

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What are Alpha Nursery's opening hours?

Alpha Nursery is open all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. These extensive hours aim to accommodate families requiring consistent childcare throughout the year, providing a reliable schedule for children's attendance at the nursery.

What age range does Alpha Nursery accept?

Alpha Nursery accepts children in the age range of 0-4 years. Specifically, Alpha Childcare, the group Alpha Nursery is part of, caters for children aged 3 months to 11 years across its various London settings, ensuring comprehensive care from infancy through to early adolescence.

Does Alpha Nursery have outdoor space?

Yes, Alpha Nursery provides outdoor space where children can make the most of being outside and develop good gross motor skills. They can build resilience by engaging in activities like climbing on a tyre swing, negotiating space on bicycles and cars, and balancing on stepping-stones.

How does Alpha Nursery support children with SEND?

Alpha Nursery promptly identifies and supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff spend time getting to know each child individually, involving outside agencies and professionals, and setting specific targets. This comprehensive approach helps children make steady progress in their development and learning at the nursery.

What do parents say about Alpha Nursery?

Parents of children at Alpha Nursery frequently observe that their children are warmly welcomed by a friendly and nurturing staff team. The environment is well-organised, safe, and homely, providing many opportunities for children to explore resources freely, engage in conversations, and develop good gross motor skills outdoors.

How do I contact Alpha Nursery or arrange a visit?

You can contact Alpha Nursery by phone at 09262 51501 or by email at info@alphachildcare.com. Further information is available on their website, alphachildcare.com, where you can also find details on arranging a visit to the nursery.

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Alpha Nursery in London (SE10)

Q: Is Alpha Nursery a good nursery?

Alpha Nursery provides a high-quality, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive. It is designed to be homely, inviting, safe, and secure, fostering independent learning in a fun and healthy atmosphere for children aged 3 months to 11 years. The nursery focuses on personalised learning and development, committed to individuality and diversity in its approach to childcare.

Ofsted: Good

(Nov 2022)

3.9(15 parent reviews) ·28 - 31 Plumbridge Street, London, SE10 8PA · Greenwich

Number of places

81 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

Nov 2022

Local authority

Greenwich

About this day nursery

Alpha Childcare, established in 2004 by Caroline Popoola, offers high-quality, affordable childcare and education for children aged 3 months to 11 years across several London boroughs, including Eltham, Greenwich, Hackney, and Canning Town. The nursery group aims to provide a nurturing and empowering environment where children can thrive, offering a comprehensive range of services from early education to childcare resources and parenting support.

Each setting is uniquely designed to be homely, inviting, safe, and secure, fostering independent learning in a fun and healthy atmosphere. Alpha Childcare prides itself on its commitment to individuality and diversity, ensuring a personalised learning and development program for every child.

They also support children with special educational needs and those from families where English is an additional language. The ethos centers on a partnership with parents, encouraging creativity, exploration, and adventure within a secure framework.

The staff are carefully selected for their qualifications, experience, and commitment to providing quality care, with ongoing professional development to maintain high standards.

Our ethos

Alpha Childcare's ethos centers on a partnership with parents, encouraging creativity, exploration, and adventure within a secure framework. They are committed to individuality and diversity, ensuring a personalized learning and development program for every child. The nursery aims to provide a nurturing and empowering environment where children can thrive.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed by a friendly and nurturing staff team in a well-organised, safe and homely environment. They have many opportunities to freely explore resources, enjoy engaging conversations with staff, and develop good gross motor skills outdoors.

High-quality, affordable childcareAges 3 months to 11 yearsPersonalised learning and developmentInclusive environmentStrong parent partnership

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare

Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Food

Healthy breakfast and light snack provided for clubs; nursery menus are carefully designed to offer a healthy, balanced diet.

Session types

Full day, Breakfast Club, After School Club, Holiday Club

Opening hours

Monday to Friday: 7.30am – 6.30pm

Age range

3 months to 11 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Alpha Nursery

Inspection date: Nov 2022
Inspection no.: 10236710
Lead inspector: Sara Vincent

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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28 - 31 Plumbridge Street, London, SE10 8PA

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Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Alpha Nursery

Last inspected 4 November 2022 · Sara Vincent

Safeguarding effective

Overall effectiveness

Good

Quality of education

Good

Behaviour and attitudes

Good

Personal development

Good

Leadership and management

Good

What it's like to attend

Inspector highlights

Children are warmly welcomed in a well-organised, safe and homely environment.
Children have excellent relationships with staff and peers.
Children make good progress from their starting points and robust assessment procedures are in place.
Children develop good gross motor skills through outdoor play and activities.
Managers are ambitious, reflective and work to improve staff professional development.

Areas to develop

1support staff further to enhance their knowledge and practice to extend older children's experiences and learning.

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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are promptly identified and supported well. Staff spend time getting to know children on a one-to-one basis, involve outside agencies and professionals, and set targets to help children make steady progress.

Outdoor space

Children make the most of being outside and develop good gross motor skills. They build resilience as they climb on a tyre swing, negotiate space on bicycles and cars and balance on stepping-stones.

Parent Reviews of Alpha Nursery

3.9

(15)

Celia Ramírez de Diego

a year ago

Fantastic nursery. Our two kids went there. They were like family to my children. They are very professional and caring. They are so good at updating the Family app. I would recommend it without any doubt.

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Sim Laidlow-Singh

2 years ago

Our toddler son goes to this nursery and has a great time, he's really happy there and developing super well both socially and educationally. We've got no issues at all. Highly reccomend.

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T&B Ogunleye

4 years ago

Lovely nursery, extremely professional and attentive to each child. The staff are supportive, friendly and like family. My child is very happy there and the staff definitely have DBS checks(I fully disagree with the negative review!)

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Denise Pearson

4 years ago

Can't speak highly enough about how lovely the staff are all so helpful with excellent understanding of the childrens needs. Wide range of activities and toys available to help with childs development, wouldn't hesitate to send my grandchildren to Alpha nurseries. Good transport links too.

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Dunc

7 years ago

This is a really great nursery. The lovely staff make the kids feel very welcome, they are also very accommodating and flexible with hours. Kids get home cooked food and they take 15 and 30 hours funding without an additional charge.

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Inspection history

Date: December 2016

November 2022Good
December 2016Good

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