--- title: "Rockingham Community Day Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rockingham-community-day-nursery-se1-4jw-107456 description: "Rockingham Community Day Nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Rockingham Community Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Falmouth Road, LONDON, SE1 4JW · Southwark Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Southwark ## About this day nursery Rockingham Community Day Nursery, established in 1987, is dedicated to providing high-quality childcare and education for children aged 2 to 5 years. Situated approximately 200 yards from Elephant and Castle Station, the nursery boasts a spacious, bright, and well-heated environment. It offers distinct facilities for different age groups, equipped with a comprehensive range of resources to foster development and learning. The nursery focuses on creating a happy and safe atmosphere where children feel supported. Emphasising a strong partnership with parents, Rockingham Community Day Nursery believes that collaboration between home and nursery is crucial for a child's social and academic growth. The nursery is a registered charity and has received an "Ofsted Good" rating in all areas as of February 2022, highlighting its commitment to excellent teaching, learning, and assessment. What it's like Children are happy, feel safe and content in the nursery. They have settled well and form secure bonds with staff, eager to attend and choose activities that interest them. All children, including those with additional funding, make good progress from their starting points in learning. Ofsted Good rating Charity-run Established 1987 ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged on an hourly basis, with rates varying depending on the child's age. Separate hourly rates apply to children aged 2-3 years and those aged 3-5 years. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm for 48 weeks of the year Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rockingham Community Day Nursery Last inspected 23 February 2022 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 Inspector highlights - The manager and staff have a clear vision for the nursery and develop a broad and ambitious curriculum to ensure all children make good progress. - The key person system is effective, with children forming close relationships with staff who have good knowledge of children's individual learning needs. - Partnerships with parents are effective, with staff using online systems and face-to-face communication to keep parents informed and acting on their views. - Staff are very experienced and knowledgeable, promptly identifying and organising support for children with additional learning needs, working closely with external agencies. - Children display good levels of emotional development, with staff encouraging sharing and turn-taking, and using effective explanations and distractions to help children learn right from wrong. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff's understanding of how to implement the curriculum intent consistently, particularly when children play outside to help keep them meaningfully engaged - 2 reduce the size of some group activities so younger children can participate fully to help extend their play and learning. Inspection #10216564 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180544) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents express their satisfaction at the service they receive and feel reassured to leave their children at the setting. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from tailored one-to-one support to help them make the progress that they are capable of. Staff are prompt to identify and organise support, working closely with external agencies to help children who need additional help with their learning to catch up with their peers. Outdoor space On occasions, staff do not ensure that their teaching is consistent to keep all children engaged in meaningful learning, particularly when children play outside. The provider should improve staff's understanding of how to implement the curriculum intent consistently when children play outside. ## Google Reviews of Rockingham Community Day Nursery 5.0 (1 Google review) Guido Guzman Medellin 8 years ago Get it Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnbXNpUGxRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876035f82378a41:0x94223c7a35abeb33) Reviews from Google for Rockingham Community Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=10674160562405632819&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2005 - March 2022 Good - February 2022 Good - October 2017 Good - September 2017 Good - July 2014 Good - May 2014 Good - July 2013 Good - May 2013 Good - November 2009 Good - November 2009 Good - March 2005 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Rockingham Community Day Nursery ### Where is Rockingham Community Day Nursery located? ### Which funded hours does Rockingham Community Day Nursery accept? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What outdoor space does Rockingham Community Day Nursery have? ### What are the opening hours at Rockingham Community Day Nursery? ### How can Rockingham Community Day Nursery be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Rockingham Community Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup London · SE1 6QN https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rockingham-community-pre-school-playgroup-se1-6qn-107642 - Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Ark Start Globe London · SE1 6AG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ark-start-globe-se1-6ag-2813325 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Bear's In Elephant And Castle London · SE17 1EN 4.9(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-bear-s-in-elephant-and-castle-se17-1en-2500613 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Leo's Den Nursery London · SE1 4DZ 4.6(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leo-s-den-nursery-se1-4dz-ey382828 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Kido Elephant Park London · SE17 1FN 3.8(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kido-elephant-park-se17-1fn-2567271 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Arc Nursery London · SE1 3YD 4.8(25 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/arc-nursery-se1-3yd-ey391949 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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