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Purple Jay East Dulwich

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2023)
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5.0(5 parent reviews)
·248 Upland Road, London, SE22 0DN · Southwark
Number of places
38 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2023
Local authority
Southwark

About this day nursery

Purple Jay East Dulwich is a well-established nursery serving the local East Dulwich community in London. The nursery prides itself on offering a safe, engaging, and educational environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Their approach integrates emotional intelligence, creativity, innovation, and a strong connection to nature. They boast a large outdoor play area in a low-pollution environment, and provide healthy, freshly prepared meals daily by trained cooking staff.

The nursery operates with a personalised approach for each child, aiming to foster their development. They also prioritise transparency in communication with parents regarding their child's progress.

As a family-run establishment, Purple Jay East Dulwich emphasises family values, treating each child as part of their extended family. The experienced staff ensures all aspects of safety and security are met, with fully equipped rooms designed to stimulate and enrich children's experiences.

Our ethos

Purple Jay East Dulwich integrates emotional intelligence, creativity, innovation, and a strong connection to nature into their approach. They aim to foster each child's development through personalised care, treating them as part of an extended family, and prioritising transparency with parents.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time in this friendly nursery where they settle well and form secure attachments with their key person, confidently exploring their environment. They benefit from a range of indoor and outdoor resources and activities that engage and motivate them to learn.

Large Outdoor Play AreaFocus on Creativity & Emotional IntelligenceFamily-Run NurseryHealthy Meals Prepared On-SitePersonalised Approach

Pricing & funding

Fees are billed monthly. A flat deposit is required upon registration, regardless of the number of days a child attends. No other specific session rates or fees are provided.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A flat deposit is required regardless of the number of days a child attends.

Key facts

Food

High quality, healthy, fresh, nutritionally balanced meals are prepared daily on site by our trained cooking staff.

Opening hours

7:30am to 6:00pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Purple Jay East Dulwich

Last inspected 12 April 2023

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

Children enjoy their time in this friendly nursery where they settle well and form secure attachments with their key person, confidently exploring their environment. They benefit from a range of indoor and outdoor resources and activities that engage and motivate them to learn.

Inspector highlights

  • Practitioners know their key children well and plan activities based on children's interests to support their development.
  • Practitioners engage children in interesting activities and build on their existing knowledge through meaningful discussions.
  • Practitioners support children's communication and language development by speaking clearly, repeating words, and listening intently.
  • Practitioners encourage early mathematics skills by modelling mathematical language and counting with children.
  • Children learn about different cultures and celebrate festivals, helping them develop a positive sense of self and respect for diversity.

Areas to develop

  • 1build on behaviour strategies to support children's understanding of feelings and emotions and how their behaviour impacts others
  • 2strengthen hygiene routines so they are consistently adhered to and hygiene standards are of the highest quality
  • 3enhance staff deployment and the organisation of daily routines to further support the care and learning needs of children.
Inspection #10286565 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) progress well. Children with SEND receive support to meet their targets. Practitioners work with parents and the other professionals involved to ensure that there is a consistent approach. This supports their long-term learning outcomes.

Outdoor space

Children have regular access to the outdoor environment where they engage in physical play, and they are offered opportunities for safe risk taking. For instance, children climb and balance on crates with support from adults when needed.

Parent Reviews of Purple Jay East Dulwich

5.0
(5)
Susannah Moore
7 months ago

Both my boys absolutely love going to this nursery. They are so well cared for every day, and it’s clear how much the team put into creating a safe, happy, and imaginative environment. The staff come up with such creative activities, and I’m amazed at how much my children are learning and growing. I couldn’t be happier with the support and care they receive here.

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Neeriman Bou
7 months ago

We have been with Purple Jay East Dulwich since September 2022 and we are very happy. Dinusha, Ellie and the team are doing a great job and provide support to our child. We have a good and open communication. Our child is attending the preschool room and likes it. Thank you

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Courtney Spittal
a year ago

Our daughter started Purple Jay earlier this year and we are very happy. The staff in Sparrows are amazing with her and there are always lots of exciting things going on for the children. She is thriving there!

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Alan Dvorak
a year ago

Our son loves it there and the staff are great and he is progressing well, great outdoor space for the kids aswell.

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Inspection history

Date: April 2023

  • July 2023Good
  • April 2023Good

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