--- title: "Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road, London | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dicky-birds-nurseries-ltd-pepys-road-sw20-8pf-2670410 description: "Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road 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 # Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2024) · 4.3 (4 Google reviews) · 20 Pepys Road, London, SW20 8PF · Merton Number of places 63 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Merton ## About this day nursery Dicky Birds Nurseries Ltd - Pepys Road, registered with Ofsted in 2021, operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year round, providing childcare for children aged 0-4 years. This day nursery received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted on its latest inspection on 14/06/2024. Children attending the setting are notably happy, secure, and display positive attitudes towards their learning and play, confidently exploring a thoughtfully designed environment. Staff demonstrate an exceptional understanding of child development, crafting exciting learning experiences that build on children's current skills and interests. For instance, children enjoy activities like washing a car and making volcanoes, with staff extending these experiences into science experiments. The day nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, offering excellent opportunities for physical development. Children can explore the garden and physical rooms for climbing and ball games, and also participate in weekly sports and forest school sessions. The curriculum encourages children to learn about their community and environment through regular outings and initiatives like 'make a difference' week, where they engage in activities such as litter picking and charity fundraising. Staff swiftly identify any learning gaps through regular assessments and by gathering information from parents about children's home activities. The emphasis on independent learning is evident, with children using self-care stations and serving themselves meals, contributing to their readiness for the next stage in their education. What it's like Children are extremely happy, secure and have consistently positive attitudes to their play and learning. They confidently explore the well thought-out environment, making choices in their play. Staff know the children incredibly well and have lovely relationships with them, guiding them through exciting learning experiences that enhance their current skills. Outstanding Ofsted rating Happy, secure children Excellent physical development opportunities Community and environmental learning Strong parent partnerships with parents Highly reflective staff team ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road Last inspected 14 June 2024 · Becky Phillips 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 - Staff know the children incredibly well and understand how each of them learn and develop. - Staff have excellent relationships with parents and go the extra mile to support them. - The manager values her staff team and well-being is very important to them. - The manager and staff team are extremely reflective and constantly look at what they are doing well and what can be improved. - Children learn to be very independent while at nursery. Inspection #10335673 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252904) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff complete regular assessments and plan activities based on children's interests and next steps in their learning. Staff also collect information from parents about what children are doing at home to support this. As a result staff quickly identify any gaps in children's learning. Outdoor space Children have excellent opportunities to develop their physical skills. For instance, they enjoy exploring the garden or physical rooms where they climb, balance and play ball games. Children also take part in weekly sports sessions and forest school sessions. ## Google Reviews of Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road 4.3 (4 Google reviews) Alma Safont Catala 3 years ago My son started at the nursery 18 months ago, before it was acquired by Grandir. Since then, it has been going downhill fast. The staff is lovely, and caring, they are in no way the problem. Over the last few months, the turnover has been extreme. I know this is a generalized problem in the sector, but lately, they also seem unhappy, and extremely overworked. We used to get updates about staff changes but they can't do this anymore because they happen so often. I don't recognize half the staff that opens the door. Lately, we've had to wait or even been turned away at drop-off because there are not enough staff to look after all the kids, and they are all put together in a room regardless of age group and ratio. They have a new app that adds absolutely no value, the previous one was fine and actually got updated with pictures and written updates from staff. Now we never know what's going on. Is this where the money is going? Because the fees have been put up 3 times in the last 12 months and the staff are underpaid! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSX2Z1dEZREAE!2m1!1s0x487608dde9da10bf:0x32935c17d33a09a) Shima Nwaeke 6 years ago Our daughter has been going to this nursery since Nov last year and although it was a shaky start (as it is with most 1 year olds) - she is the happiest toddler. She looks forward to the fun activities they have planned for them daily. They encourage talking, singing and dancing. She comes home and daily surprises us with her increased vocab! I would definitely recommend. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVbElMY0Z3EAE!2m1!1s0x487608dde9da10bf:0x32935c17d33a09a) Manoj Shah 7 years ago Both my Son and Daughter go this nursery and we are very happy with the way it is run. My daughter has special needs and the nursery has done a remarkable job in caring for our daughter. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURvZ2M2WFN3EAE!2m1!1s0x487608dde9da10bf:0x32935c17d33a09a) Rosemary Thornton 9 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBek5MSHNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487608dde9da10bf:0x32935c17d33a09a) Reviews from Google for Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=227772361304416410&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 14 June 2024 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252904) ## Frequently asked about Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road ### Is Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road a private nursery? ### What funded hours does Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road accept? ### What is the address of Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road? ### How does Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road support children with SEND? ### How did Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road do at its last Ofsted inspection? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Dicky Birds Nurseries - Pepys Road. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Fennies Raynes Park London · SW20 0LQ 3.9(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-raynes-park-sw20-0lq-2652430 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Dicky Birds Pre School Nurseries - Durham Road London · SW20 0TW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dicky-birds-pre-school-nurseries-ltd-durham-road-sw20-0tw-ey465156 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Bright Horizons Raynes Park Day Nursery And Preschool London · SW20 0QN https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-raynes-park-day-nursery-and-preschool-sw20-0qn-2556617 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Fennies Wimbledon London · SW19 4HE 4.4(29 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-wimbledon-sw19-4he-ey560693 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Maria Montessori Children's House London · SW19 4NZ 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/maria-montessori-children-s-house-sw19-4nz-ey317701 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Forest Folk London · SW20 0SX 4.6(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-forest-folk-sw20-0sx-ey483521 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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