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Golden Lane Childrens Centre

Ofsted: Good
(May 2025)
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3.5(2 parent reviews) ·Golden Lane Campus, 101 Whitecross Street, LONDON, EC1Y 8JA · Islington
Number of places
99 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2025
Local authority
Islington

About this day nursery

The Golden Lane Children's Centre, part of Prior Weston School and Children's Centre located in the London Borough of Islington, provides early years education and care for children aged 0-4 years. Following Islington Council's Admissions Policy, the centre offers places based on council guidelines, prioritising siblings and proximity to the centre.

Although there is no waiting list, applications are considered on a rolling cycle when places become available. The centre emphasises a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, with a strong focus on outdoor learning and connecting with nature, as highlighted by their Forest School programme.

They also boast an extensive music programme where every child from 5-6 years old learns cello or violin with professional musicians, complemented by regular concerts. The centre cultivates a strong sense of community, valuing each child's unique character and supporting their educational journey while aiming for academic excellence.

Families interested in applying can download forms from the website or collect them from reception, and tours are conducted every Friday morning.

Our ethos

The Golden Lane Children's Centre places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and connecting with nature through its Forest School programme. It also boasts an extensive music programme, with children learning cello or violin, and values each child's unique character while aiming for academic excellence.

What it's like

Leaders and staff create a warm and welcoming environment, where children feel safe and supported emotionally. Children arrive happily and eagerly engage in stimulating activities, which promote their well-being. These experiences support their overall development and confidence.

Community-focusedOutdoor learningMusic programmeForest School

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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

Opening hours

8am to 6pm, for 49 weeks a year

Age range

0-4 years

Established

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Golden Lane Childrens Centre

Last inspected 23 May 2025

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

Leaders and staff create a warm and welcoming environment, where children feel safe and supported emotionally. Children arrive happily and eagerly engage in stimulating activities, which promote their well-being. These experiences support their overall development and confidence.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders provide strong support to staff, who highly value the personal and professional guidance they receive.
  • Leaders and staff clearly understand their roles and work well with parents and other professionals to support children with SEND.
  • Leaders work in partnership with key persons and parents to make effective use of the early years pupil premium funding.
  • Staff engage positively with children and actively join in their play, enthusiastically supporting their learning.
  • Staff promote healthy attitudes and provide regular physical activities for children of all ages.

Areas to develop

  • 1Enrich opportunities for older children to take risks in their play and practise and refine their gross motor skills.
  • 2Ensure that staff consistently recognise and extend opportunities for children to develop their independence.
Inspection #10388718 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents deeply value the support that staff provide for their children.

They frequently mention how eager their children are to attend the setting.

Parents also appreciate the practical guidance that staff offer, including strategies to help them support their children's learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff work well with parents and carers and other professionals, including local authority teams and health visitors, to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They make timely referrals and implement targeted strategies to help every child succeed.

Outdoor space

Children benefit from indoor and outdoor activities. Staff generally support children well in developing their physical skills through varied materials and tools, but sometimes do not consistently provide older children with enough opportunities to further develop their core strength, coordination and large-muscle skills, which limits their chances to safely manage risks during play.

Parent Reviews of Golden Lane Childrens Centre

3.5
(2)
Amelie Layfield
2 years ago

Very good children centre. Always room available, space outside open if the weather is nice. All the staff are incredible I can name them all cause they are all super friendly and engaging. I’ve been there every week since my daughter was 1 month old and then with my son. They were super helpful and gave me loads of advice. We need more places like this Thanks a lot!

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Inspection history

Date: November 2010

  • May 2025Good
  • July 2019Good
  • July 2015Good
  • November 2010Good

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