--- title: "Collingham Gardens Nursery, Bloomsbury | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/collingham-gardens-nursery-wc1n-1ph-ey448266 description: "Collingham Gardens Nursery in Bloomsbury — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.8/5 from 22 reviews. See fees, opening hours and photos. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Collingham Gardens Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 4.8 (22 Google reviews) · Henrietta Mews, Off Handel Street, Bloomsbury, WC1N 1PH · Camden Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Camden ## About this day nursery Collingham Gardens Nursery, registered with Ofsted in 2012, operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays. This childcare setting, rated Good by Ofsted in November 2022, caters to children aged 2 to 4 years. The day nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with children spending a significant portion of their day exploring and playing in an impressive and extensive outdoor garden. This environment fosters their physical stamina and encourages imaginative play, as noted by parents who speak fondly of their children enjoying nature outdoors. The curriculum is designed to develop children's imaginations, conversations, and social skills. Staff are adept at engaging children in meaningful discussions, helping them to develop wide vocabularies and strong conversational abilities. The day nursery provides robust support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring individualised care and strong progress through appropriate use of additional funding and close collaboration with external professionals. Children are encouraged to be proud of their diverse cultures and languages, learning about different traditions through creative activities. The nursery also focuses on practical early number skills, incorporating counting and discussions about measurement into daily routines. What it's like Children learn to develop their imaginations, conversations and social skills extremely well at this wonderful nursery. The impressive and extensive outdoor garden is a hub of discovery and wonder for them. Children spend the majority of their day playing and exploring adventurously in the fresh air. Focus on outdoor learning Strong SEND support Develops imagination Promotes cultural awareness Good early number skills Excellent physical stamina ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2012 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Collingham Gardens Nursery Last inspected 18 November 2022 · Olivia Awolola Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Actions the provider must take - The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage. What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children learn new words and widen vocabularies with staff support. - Children are keen, curious learners and behave well. - Staff encourage children to be proud of their different cultures and languages. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is strong. - Staff help children to develop good early number skills in practical ways. Areas to develop - 1 provide opportunities for children to learn to manage their own personal hygiene, such as wiping their own noses - 2 continue with the agreed arrangements for the handover of leadership to the new management committee. Inspection #10261774 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205951) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak fondly of the nursery. > They say that their children really enjoy playing and exploring in nature outdoors. > Parents recognise their children's good progress in their language and physical ability. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is strong. Leaders use additional funding appropriately, ensuring children with SEND receive individualised support and make the best possible progress. Outdoor space The impressive and extensive outdoor garden is a hub of discovery and wonder for children. Children spend the majority of their day playing and exploring adventurously in the fresh air, building excellent physical stamina. ## Google Reviews of Collingham Gardens Nursery 4.8 (22 Google reviews) Clare 7 months ago We feel so lucky to have found this wonderful nursery in the heart of London. It’s tough to find somewhere so outdoorsy in Central London, and our child absolutely thrives being able to play and learn outside every day. The staff are caring, wholesome, and genuinely know each child, which makes the nursery feel very personal and special. The community here is warm and welcoming, and we couldn’t be happier to see our child growing, learning, and exploring the world in such a lovely environment. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aVlFrdFJOekkzWTE4ek5WcEZUbTlrZG5oS05GRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761b39e2183ee1:0x526005cfb4f3a367) Yusuke Nagashima 8 months ago We couldn’t be happier with this nursery. Our little boy loves going and has made so many wonderful friends. The staff are incredibly kind, caring and nurturing, and he adores them. We especially love the focus on outdoor play and exploration. The children have the freedom to discover, create and get muddy in the garden and mud kitchen. He comes home every day happy, content and full of stories about his adventures. There is such a lovely sense of community here and we recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a warm and welcoming place where children can truly thrive. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1SlVsZHFlakIxWnpkR1kybEZSV05TTURoTFgyYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761b39e2183ee1:0x526005cfb4f3a367) Nadia Tahir 7 months ago Collingham Gardens is such a wonderful nursery. The staff are amazing. They have such a nice outdoor space which my son absolutely loves, and he comes out happy and excited every day. We’re so glad to have found this nursery and would highly recommend it! 😊 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wV1dIbGlNMnBzTkRJNFdWOUhSRGROUm1nNU9IYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761b39e2183ee1:0x526005cfb4f3a367) Alex Gillingham 7 months ago Absolutely brilliant place! Our kiddo has been here for a year- so so happy. Amazing staff, space for play, caring and professional staff, fresh made meals. We’re Really really happy we’ve found this special place. Our kid is building curiosity, kindness, imagination and finding new friends! 100% recommend. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xblgxcFljbkV0TFVndFVVNU1YMGRXVld0dWNWRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761b39e2183ee1:0x526005cfb4f3a367) C-M HM 7 months ago Couldn't be happier with the nursery. The staff are amazing, attentive and patient, the large outdoor wooded space gives my toddler a new adventure every day and the location itself is spectacular. My little boy comes home with a beaming smile everytime. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oNlNIVlJaSGcwT0c5WmNWZDJVVkpEWW1GS1QzYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761b39e2183ee1:0x526005cfb4f3a367) Reviews from Google for Collingham Gardens Nursery. 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