Opening hours
Mon – Fri from 8am to 6pm
Pinocchio Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2022)
Number of places
32 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2022
Local authority
Camden
About this day nursery
Pinocchio Nursery is a warm and welcoming early years setting located in West Hampstead, London, offering care for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Situated in St Cuthbert’s Parish Church Hall, the day nursery provides a bright and spacious environment, complete with a large, securely fenced garden for outdoor play and exploration.
The facilities are accessible, catering to individuals with disabilities. Pinocchio Nursery is registered with Ofsted and operates 49 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm.
The day nursery is conveniently located near several public transport options, including Kilburn, Brondesbury, and West Hampstead stations, as well as various bus routes. They accept government early education funding for eligible families, providing flexible options for both funded and non-funded hours.
The nursery prides itself on creating a secure and nurturing space where children can learn and grow.
What it's like
Children arrive to a warm welcome and settle quickly, feeling safe and secure. They form strong bonds with staff, who provide effective support, helping babies become confident. Children respond positively to high expectations, playing happily and showing motivation and resilience when learning.
Ofsted RegisteredLarge GardenAccessible FacilitiesFlexible Day CareEarly Years Funding
Pricing & funding
Fees are billed monthly in advance and calculated on a 52-week basis. Rates are reduced the month after a child's second birthday. No refunds or fee reductions are offered for sickness, holidays, or nursery closures, though a discretionary sibling discount is available.
Funding accepted
30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- Registration fee and deposit required for non-funded hours.
- One calendar month's written notice required for deposit refund.
- Fees paid monthly in advance by direct debit on the 1st of every month.
- No reduction in fees for child absence, holidays, sickness, or closures.
- Discretionary 10% sibling discount applied to the child with lower fees.
- Late payment of fees and late collections will incur charges.
Key facts
Age range
6 months - 5 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Registered with Ofsted
2006
Waitlist
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Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Pinocchio Nursery
Last inspected 10 February 2022 · Sarah Crawford
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 arrive to a warm welcome and settle quickly, feeling safe and secure. They form strong bonds with staff, who provide effective support, helping babies become confident. Children respond positively to high expectations, playing happily and showing motivation and resilience when learning.
Inspector highlights
- Children form strong and caring bonds with their key persons.
- Children respond positively to staff's high expectations and are motivated to learn.
- Children have lots of opportunities for vigorous play to support physical well-being.
- The manager and staff have worked hard to make many positive changes since the last inspection.
- There is a strong focus on communication and language, introducing children to a rich variety of words.
Areas to develop
- 1help staff to build on children's interest in literacy, particularly those children who prefer to learn outdoors
- 2support staff to consider the environmental factors and group size during adult- led activities, to consistently engage, support and challenge children's learning.
Inspection #10148631 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the nursery.
They comment on the strong partnerships with children's key persons.
Parents appreciate the regular feedback on children's progress and the advice on issues such as behaviour and toilet training.
They say this helps them to Consistently support their children's learning at home.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff work closely with parents to support children's individual needs, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff complete required progress checks to identify learning gaps and seek advice from other professionals as appropriate, ensuring all children get a secure start to their education.
Outdoor space
In the garden, children dig, climb, run, and ride on balance bikes. Older children learn to manage risks safely while negotiating the slope, listening to staff's guidance to go slowly and be careful of others. However, staff do not extend learning for those children who prefer to learn outdoors, for example, so they can make marks and enjoy stories outside.
Google Reviews of Pinocchio Nursery
4.0
(4 Google reviews)
Mariaelena Zaccara
6 years ago
My little one, Rafael started the nursery when he was 10 months, he immediately loved his teachers and his friends. Unfortunately we left the country after 4 months but I will never ever forget the happiness and the joy in my son’s eyes when we were in front of the school every mornings. Thanks to all of you to be so kind with my love heart.
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Fasika Abza
5 years ago
Very selective. I have registered my kids to attend at Pinocchio for three consecutive years. I have also been in waiting list. They seem willing to take me in over the phone but every time I go there in person the manger is not willing to speak to me with decency. Very Sad. Perhaps they might need to be honest on their student selection criteria.
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Letty Papageorgiou
7 years ago
My boy loves the nursery. The ladies are all very friendly and willing to help you with any concerns you may have for your little ones. I also like the fact that it’s small so it’s perfect for a baby to get used to a new environment.
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Michel Local Guide
8 years ago
Both my boys loved it here. The philosophy is to let them play as much as possible. No French classes for two year olds. Highly recommended.
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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2022
Date: December 2014
- February 2022Good
- February 2020Requires improvement
- November 2015Good
- December 2014Requires improvement
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