--- title: "Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rockingham-community-pre-school-playgroup-se1-6qn-107642 description: "Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup 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 Pre-school Playgroup Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Rockingham Community Centre Lower Hall, Off Rockingham Street, LONDON, SE1 6QN · Southwark Number of places 16 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Southwark ## About this early years setting Rockingham Community Day Nursery, a registered charity operating since 1987, offers high-quality childcare and education for children aged 2 to 5 years. Located near Elephant and Castle Station in London, the nursery provides a spacious, well-lit, and comfortable environment with dedicated facilities and equipment for different age groups. The nursery focuses on fostering both social and academic development through a collaborative approach between home and nursery. Recognised for its quality, Rockingham Community Day Nursery received an "Ofsted Good" rating in all areas in February 2022, highlighting its commitment to excellent teaching, learning, and assessment. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle quickly into their welcoming pre-school. The learning environment encourages children to choose a range of activities. Leaders and staff plan in the moment to extend children's learning and build on their interests. Charity-run Ofsted Good rating ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly Rate for 2-3 Years £9.50 / hour - Hourly Rate for 3-5 Years £8.50 / hour ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday between 9am and 3pm Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 1994 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup Last inspected 18 July 2024 · Onyi Ojukwu 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 - Children are encouraged to share their experiences, thoughts, feelings and interests. - Children are well supported in developing their physical skills. - Children are developing their fine motor skills to support early writing. - Staff promote early literacy skills by making books easily accessible. - Staff work well as a team to keep children safe and help them learn. Areas to develop - 1 share children's next steps with parents to further support children's learning at home - 2 support staff to continue to develop their practice to consistently raise the quality of teaching to the highest standard. Inspection #10351418 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255120) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents provide complimentary feedback. They comment on how their children have progressed in their confidence and communication." > "The parents value daily feedback regarding their child's care needs and daily activities." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The team has high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff monitor children's progress across all areas of their learning and development, which supports the early identification of gaps within children's learning. Outdoor space Children confidently navigate wheeled toys around the garden. They enjoy dance sessions and movement games. ## Google Reviews of Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup 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 Pre-school Playgroup. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=10674160562405632819&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2010 - August 2024 Good - July 2024 Good - September 2018 Good - February 2016 Good - January 2016 Good - February 2015 Requires improvement - July 2014 Inadequate - June 2014 Inadequate - August 2013 Inadequate - June 2013 Inadequate - September 2011 Good - September 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup ### How many children attend Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup? ### From what age does Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup accept children? ### What are the fees at Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup? ### Which funded hours does Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup accept? ### What do parents value about Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup? ### How does Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup support children with SEND? ### Is Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Rockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Rockingham Community Day Nursery London · SE1 4JW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rockingham-community-day-nursery-se1-4jw-107456 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 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 - 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 ### 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 0.3 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: Inadequate 0.4 mi ### Smartkiddies Childcare London · SE17 1BF https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/smartkiddies-childcare-se17-1bf-2643212 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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