--- title: "Archway Children's Centre Nursery, London | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/archway-children-s-centre-n19-5he-131663 description: "Archway Children's Centre, a nursery in London — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Archway Children's Centre Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2023) · Vorley Road, Archway, London, N19 5HE · Islington Number of places 76 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Islington ## About this day nursery Archway Children's Centre is a highly-regarded nursery located conveniently near Archway Station, serving the diverse communities of Archway, Highgate, Tufnell Park, Crouch End, Upper Holloway, and Dartmouth Park. The day nursery prioritises an engaging and nurturing environment for children aged three months to four years, focusing on a holistic approach to development and learning. Open for 50 weeks a year, from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday, the centre ensures that children are at the heart of everything they do. They offer carefully designed separate spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children, each equipped with age-appropriate and stimulating resources. The dedicated team of highly qualified staff, including primary school teachers, meticulously plan daily activities tailored to each age group, continuously observing and adapting to support every child's progress and address any challenges they may encounter. The daily routine is structured to maximise learning and engagement, incorporating stimulating activities, outdoor play in local parks, nutritious meals and snacks, and free play, all aimed at exceeding developmental expectations and preparing children for their reception year at school. The day nursery strives for excellence in all aspects of its provision, ensuring a supportive and enriching experience for every child. What it's like Children have access to an excellent learning environment, and staff keep the children at the heart of every decision that is made. Staff have high expectations for children's learning and provide a very well-planned curriculum. Children have very strong bonds with their key person, who monitors their progress carefully and quickly identifies gaps in learning. Excellence-focused Experienced staff Structured daily routine Age-appropriate environments Outdoor play ## Pricing & funding - Daily fee (approx.) £53 / day ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday fifty weeks of the year Age range three months to four years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Archway Children's Centre Last inspected 5 July 2023 · Laura Coletti Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - The leadership team is inspirational in its commitment to supporting and developing the staff team. - Leaders and staff provide all children with an ambitious curriculum that is very well embedded across all age groups. - Children of all ages are curious and active learners, demonstrating high levels of concentration. - Children have access to an outside play area that is highly stimulating and has many different areas for children to explore. - Partnership working with parents is excellent, with parents commenting on the high levels of quality feedback they receive. Inspection #10285916 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225661) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the high levels of quality feedback that they receive about their child's learning and development. > They feel that they are genuinely working with the staff to enhance their children's early years experience. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress in relation to their starting points. They are expertly supported by staff under the guidance of the special educational needs coordinator (SENCo), who is skilled at ensuring that children have all the support that they need. Outdoor space Children have access to an outside play area that is highly stimulating and has many different areas for children to explore. They help staff to feed and care for chickens and water the well-established vegetable patch. Children can also run, climb, search for insects and read books in a cosy corner. Inspection history Date: June 2004 - August 2023 Outstanding - July 2023 Outstanding - November 2017 Outstanding - October 2017 Outstanding - August 2013 Good - December 2011 Outstanding - November 2011 Outstanding - July 2008 Requires improvement - September 2004 Good - June 2004 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Archway Children's Centre ### Is Archway Children's Centre a good nursery? ### What is Archway Children's Centre's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Archway Children's Centre cost? ### Does Archway Children's Centre accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Archway Children's Centre take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Archway Children's Centre take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Archway Children's Centre's opening hours? ### What age range does Archway Children's Centre accept? ### Does Archway Children's Centre have outdoor space? ### How does Archway Children's Centre support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Archway Children's Centre? ### How do I contact Archway Children's Centre or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Archway Children's Centre. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Archway Day Nursery London · N19 4AB 4.9(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/archway-day-nursery-n19-4ab-2515671 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Little Angels Pre-Prep School and Day Nursery London · N19 5BF https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-angels-pre-prep-school-and-day-nursery-n19-5bf-ey286121 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Hargrave Park School - Under Three Provision London · N19 5BS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/hargrave-park-school-under-three-provision-n19-5bs-ey334154 - Provider closed 0.2 mi ### Little Angels Preschool London · N19 5BS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-angels-preschool-n19-5bs-2771485 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Little Haven Childcare London · N19 5RR 4.9(34 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-haven-childcare-n19-5rr-2530261 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Leaping Lizards Day Nursery London · N19 4RS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leaping-lizards-day-nursery-ltd-n19-4rs-ey365093 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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