--- title: "Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School, London" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dulwich-college-kindergarten-and-infant-school-se21-7hh-ey381689 description: "Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School in London — rated Good 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 # Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School Ofsted: Good (Mar 2009) · 4.2 (9 Google reviews) · Ducks, Eller Bank, LONDON, SE21 7HH · Southwark Number of places — Age range 0–3 yrs Last inspected Mar 2009 Local authority Southwark ## About this early years setting Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School, known as DUCKS, provides a nurturing environment for children from 6 months to 7 years old. The school is part of the larger Dulwich College family, offering a seamless educational journey from early years through to senior school. DUCKS focuses on a broad and balanced curriculum, encouraging academic curiosity alongside creative arts, sports, and outdoor learning, including a dedicated Forest School. The school prides itself on its pastoral care, ensuring the well-being and development of each child. With a rich history and strong community links, DUCKS aims to foster confident, independent, and enthusiastic learners, preparing them for future academic success within a supportive and stimulating setting. The admissions process for DUCKS is detailed, with specific entry points for different age groups, reflecting the structured progression through its kindergarten and infant sections. Our ethos DUCKS focuses on a broad and balanced curriculum, encouraging academic curiosity alongside creative arts, sports, and outdoor learning, including a dedicated Forest School. The school aims to foster confident, independent, and enthusiastic learners, preparing them for future academic success within a supportive and stimulating setting. What it's like Children are safe and secure due to excellent systems, and any additional needs are identified and supported. Staff support children's learning and development well, understanding the Early Years Foundation Stage and its relation to each phase of a child's development. The partnership with parents helps meet all children's needs, especially during transitions. Part of Dulwich College Forest School Strong pastoral care Academic enrichment Creative arts focus ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.dulwich.org.uk/admissions/bursaries-help-with-school-fees) ## Key facts Age range 6 months to 7 years Registered with Ofsted 1992 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School Last inspected 12 March 2009 · Denys Rasmussen 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 - Excellent systems for child safety and security are in place. - Children's learning and development are well-supported by knowledgeable staff. - The partnership with parents effectively meets children's needs. - Regular self-evaluation leads to continuous improvement. - The garden has been extensively improved to offer a stimulating and challenging outdoor experience for the children. Areas to develop - 1 Extend opportunities for children to have control over their learning to further develop their creativity and critical thinking. - 2 Continue to develop the assessment and planning cycle to clearly show the learning intentions of activities and how observations of the children inform the planning. Inspection #EY381689 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/1272495) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There are excellent systems in place to ensure that children are safe and secure at all times and any additional needs are identified and supported. This ensures children's welfare is promoted successfully. Outdoor space There is an enclosed garden that has been designed specifically for young children to provide outdoor play. The garden has been extensively improved to offer a stimulating and challenging outdoor experience for the children. Fresh air, exercise and fun feature in the children's daily routine; they have daily access to a well-resourced, creatively designed garden which the Kindergarten make full use of all year round. The children enjoy negotiating their bikes and scooters around the paths or simply holding their legs up and rolling down the hill in excitement. The climbing equipment is appropriately challenging and some features of the garden such as the water pump and pebbled area provide interesting areas for exploration. ## Google Reviews of Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School 4.2 (9 Google reviews) Daniella A 3 years ago This is the best school ever and I regret leaving there before the last year. I am currently in year 9 and I spent a wonderful few years there (kindergarten-year1). I always think about this school and the lovely community feel and most of all how happy I was every single day. It may have changed I don’t know but I plan on going back to see how it’s changed..or not. I was the happiest child ever at this school and I hope someone can experience the great teaching and school I did. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCdjZMNVh3EAE!2m1!1s0x487603e37009a5a1:0x7f338804c1b5670f) Yolanda CASTELLANO 7 years ago Beautiful!!! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJdjl6U2l3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487603e37009a5a1:0x7f338804c1b5670f) Deyan Ivanov 8 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21WVlkyTmhYMUpuUW10YVkxVjVRa1J3ZEVoUmFVRRAB!2m1!1s0x487603e37009a5a1:0x7f338804c1b5670f) Felix S 2 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGejRxTHhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487603e37009a5a1:0x7f338804c1b5670f) Richard Loat 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJM3VxeDhBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487603e37009a5a1:0x7f338804c1b5670f) Reviews from Google for Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=9165819220640229135&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 12 March 2009 Good 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/1272495) ## Frequently asked about Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School ### What outdoor space does Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School have? ### What are the main strengths highlighted for Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Dulwich College Kindergarten and Infant School. - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Cuddly Bear Day Care Nursery London · SE26 6TT 4.7(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cuddly-bear-day-care-nursery-se26-6tt-2515308 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Dulwich Oaks Montessori Nursery School London · SE19 1HL 4.7(21 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dulwich-oaks-montessori-nursery-school-se19-1hl-ey448433 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Clive Hall Day London · SE21 8BY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/clive-hall-day-ltd-se21-8by-144095 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Bright Horizons West Dulwich Day Nursery and Preschool London · SE27 9RB 3.5(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-west-dulwich-day-nursery-and-preschool-se27-9rb-ey493523 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Bright Horizons West Norwood Day Nursery and Preschool London · SE21 8EG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-west-norwood-day-nursery-and-preschool-se21-8eg-ey286811 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Rainbow Smiles London · SE21 8HE https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-smiles-ltd-se21-8he-ey366613 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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I am currently in year 9 and I spent a wonderful few years there (kindergarten-year1). I always think about this school and the lovely community feel and most of all how happy I was every single day. It may have changed I don’t know but I plan on going back to see how it’s changed..or not. 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