Opening hours
7am to 6.30pm for most of the year
Owls Nursery School
Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2024)
Number of places
44 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2024
Local authority
Greenwich
About this day nursery
Owls Nursery School is a network of three nurseries located in Eltham, Kidbrooke, and Thamesmead, catering to children aged 9 months to 5 years. Each setting is managed by dedicated and qualified childcare professionals and teachers committed to providing high-quality care and education.
While each nursery maintains its unique identity, they all adhere to the same core values, balancing adult-led and child-led activities. This approach is designed to offer children diverse experiences, fostering their understanding of the world, igniting a passion for learning and exploration, and preparing them for the transition to primary school.
The nursery emphasises a broad curriculum with a strong focus on emotional development, communication, and independence skills. They are dedicated to creating an environment where children can thrive, participating in engaging activities that encourage confidence and exploration.
Our ethos
Owls Nursery School's core values centre on a balanced approach to adult-led and child-led activities. They aim to foster children's understanding of the world, ignite a passion for learning and exploration, and develop emotional intelligence, communication, and independence. This philosophy prepares children for primary school by building confidence and encouraging exploration through engaging activities.
What it's like
Children settle well and enjoy their time at this welcoming nursery. They are eager to start their day and explore with their friends. Practitioners create a safe and nurturing environment, engaging in play and comforting children, which helps them feel secure. Practitioners provide meaningful activities that ignite children's interests and motivate them to learn.
Play-based learningQualified educatorsMultiple locations
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
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
Age range
9 months - 5 years
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Owls Nursery School
Last inspected 31 July 2024 · Katie Smith
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children settle well and enjoy their time at this welcoming nursery. They are eager to start their day and explore with their friends. Practitioners create a safe and nurturing environment, engaging in play and comforting children, which helps them feel secure. Practitioners provide meaningful activities that ignite children's interests and motivate them to learn.
Inspector highlights
- The manager implements a fun and challenging curriculum to support children to develop well in all areas.
- The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective.
- Practitioners support children to learn about healthy lifestyles and promote good health and well-being.
- Children behave well and develop good social skills.
- Practitioners enhance children's language and communication skills.
Areas to develop
- 1build on opportunities to encourage children to talk about their feelings and emotions during minor disputes with others.
Inspection #10338916 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective. Leaders and practitioners are able to recognise, identify and plan for children's group and individual learning needs using ongoing assessments and their knowledge of child development. They work collaboratively with parents and other professionals to provide a consistent approach to children's development.
Outdoor space
Practitioners teach children about nature. Outside, children grow fruit, vegetables, and herbs, such as chillies, tomatoes, and chives. They help to water the plants and watch as they grow and change. Practitioners provide opportunities throughout the day to get fresh air and exercise outdoors.
Parent Reviews of Owls Nursery School
4.2
(5)
Jurgita Bukante
2 years ago
I am so pleased with the level of care my child has experienced at the nursery. The environment is safe, friendly and caring. All of the staff have played a big part in our son's development and first stages of his life. They have all helped to prepare for school through creative and educational activities. My son loved music classes and all other activities throughout the day, which he has enjoyed so much! Many thanks from the heart for all your hard work, love, dedication, and patience to all children!
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Clarissa
a year ago
I came to Owls Nursery from a nursery that was shut by Ofsted. I cannot stress how well they looked after my child with transition , separation anxiety and curriculum development. The amount of knowledge my little one has learnt from Owls is abismal in comparison to my experience with my eldest in a different setting. My child has many friends, loves the people who work there and enjoys learning about themselves and the outer world. We are so happy we have chosen this nursery.
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Frank világa
4 years ago
My son loved this nursery while he was attending here. He progressed a lot. All staff are lovely and he still misses his key workers after nearly a year since he left. I recommend Owls 100%
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Za Za
4 years ago
Paying nearly £1000 per month for my child nursery and they asking yet every parent every week to wash their kids bedding that were given by the nursery during kids sleep. What a joke❗
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Kris Doros (KD)
4 years ago
My daughter loves this nursery and has been going there for a few years now. The staff is lovely and I would highly recommend it.
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Inspection history
Date: July 2024
- August 2024Good
- July 2024Good
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