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Ladybird Nursery Thornsett # Ladybird Nursery Thornsett Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · 1 Thornsett Road, London, SE20 7XB · Bromley Number of places 35 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Bromley About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ladybird Nursery Thornsett is located in south-east London between Birkbeck and Norwood Junction train stations. The day nursery operates across two floors and is registered to care for children from birth to four years old. The ground floor has direct access to a main garden at the rear, and there is also a separate baby garden at the front of the building. Facilities include air-conditioning and CCTV, and an automated external defibrillator is installed on the premises. The day nursery is open from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year and accepts a range of government funding schemes. Ofsted inspected the nursery in March 2023 and gave it an overall rating of Good. The inspector reported that children are happy and motivated learners who form secure attachments with staff. Parents who spoke to the inspector praised the staff's caring approach and the effective communication. Children's health and well-being are supported, and they learn about different cultures and visit places in the local community. To improve, the inspector recommended that staff refine the organisation of transition times and use strategies to further extend children's language skills. Our ethos The heart of Ladybird Nurseries is simple: we provide a genuine home-from-home environment. Run by the same family since 1995, we believe the best foundation for a child is built on trust, warmth, and decades of experience. Our family ethos is expressed through partnership — by working closely with every family, we create a secure, nurturing space that allows each child the confidence and opportunity to thrive and fulfil their unique potential. What it's like The setting is clean and welcoming, with children happy and content due to effective settling-in procedures and secure attachments with their key person. Children are motivated learners, enjoying the activities, showing confidence and high self-esteem, and freely accessing the garden. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND and EAL, ensuring good progress and preparation for their next educational stage. Ofsted-rated Good All-inclusive service Dedicated outdoor spaces Experienced management ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged monthly, with rates varying by standard, 15-hour, or 30-hour funded status. A minimum booking of two full days is required. While permanent half days are not available, ad hoc sessions, early starts, late finishes, and additional consumables during funded hours are charged at flat rates. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - • Minimum booking of two full days required; if only two days are booked, one must be a Monday or Friday. - • Half days are not available as permanent bookings. - • Application fee is non-refundable; deposit is refundable upon securing a place. - • All fees are due one month in advance. - • Fees remain payable in full during child absences due to sickness or holidays. - • A 5% sibling discount is offered on the lowest fee child if neither sibling is receiving government funding. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ladybird Nursery Thornsett Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10245220 Lead inspector Yemi Afolabi Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50213760)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2558043) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.ladybirdnurseries.org.uk/our-nurseries/ladybird-thornsett) 1 Thornsett Road, London, SE20 7XB ## Explore day nurseries near London - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ladybird-nursery-thornsett-se20-7xb-2558043) ## Key facts Waitlist Applicable for registration/admissions. There is a non-refundable application fee for all applications (including joining the waiting list). To secure a space, a refundable deposit is required. Opening hours 8am – 6pm Monday - Friday, 51 weeks of the year (closed for a week during Christmas) Food All meals, naps, wipes, formula milk, and extracurricular classes are included. Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ladybird Nursery Thornsett Last inspected 9 March 2023 · Yemi Afolabi 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 The setting is clean and welcoming, with children happy and content due to effective settling-in procedures and secure attachments with their key person. Children are motivated learners, enjoying the activities, showing confidence and high self-esteem, and freely accessing the garden. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND and EAL, ensuring good progress and preparation for their next educational stage. Inspector highlights - The manager effectively monitors the curriculum's impact and supports staff development, fostering a good team spirit. - Children's health and well-being are well supported, with babies developing physical skills and older children understanding healthy lifestyles and good dental hygiene. - Staff meet children's care needs well, maintaining hygienic practices and building strong bonds with babies. - Staff promote children's communication and language development through activities like singing nursery rhymes and identifying objects. - Children are provided with a range of opportunities to build on their experiences, learning about different cultures and visiting local community places. Areas to develop - 1 use more effective strategies when talking to children to extend their language skills and level of understanding - 2 refine the organisation of transition times, to further support children's engagement in their learning. Inspection #10245220 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50213760) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > communication is effective and that they know what their children learn at the setting “ > parents praise staff's caring and nurturing approach, which positively impacts their children Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children have free-flow access to the garden, and resources are accessible. They put on their coats and shoes to go outdoors. Children negotiate obstacles as they ride on tricycles and bicycles, which helps develop their spatial awareness and large muscles. ## Google Reviews of Ladybird Nursery Thornsett 5.0 (3 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI2b4Q-EOyie9YNHT4MPAcgAAn3RfwdTgQO5rk5bssKEOlr0w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) P O a year ago My daughter attended Ladybird nursery from 9months old. She absolutely loved it! The staff were so friendly, professional and warm. Her key worker was fantastic but so were all the staff there. She thrived in their care and was always welcomed with love. They made the settling in process smooth and it was reassuring as a new mum. I love that they take the children out on trips. One of the best things about this nursery is that the staff are very happy and so they stay. This means your child has the same key worker for their time there. Excellent nursery and would highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIeklhVXdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760141c60a11f7:0xb3ea18b3bde09e69) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUsbM4mbjMOS5hw-LAXakWoXNw0-KUIeEcRTKD8-qwDZiSSiNu8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nadia Ali 2 years ago We have been delighted with the care of the team at Ladybird Thornsett Road. We feel so much comfort knowing our son has such fun during his days there. Would recommend to anyone looking for a childcare setting [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKMGRLOTh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48760141c60a11f7:0xb3ea18b3bde09e69) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ1T82ubpGGCohIWXKnSLmswzJ-RUMQ7PposbRnr5g5ryLy2w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Negest Eshetu a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURIX1lUT3FRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760141c60a11f7:0xb3ea18b3bde09e69) Reviews from Google for Ladybird Nursery Thornsett. 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