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Seedlings Day Nursery # Seedlings Day Nursery in London Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · 4.0 (6 Google reviews) · 9-11 Firs Close, Forest Hill, London, SE23 1BB · Lewisham Number of places 49 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Lewisham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Seedlings Day Nursery, registered with Ofsted in 2004, is a childcare setting located in Forest Hill, London, in the borough of Lewisham. It operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, providing full day care for children aged 0 to 4. The day nursery is staffed by a team of 23, with 14 holding recognised early years qualifications, including three at Level 6, two of whom have early years professional or qualified teacher status. The nursery focuses on supporting children's future learning through a well-devised curriculum, ensuring each child's progress is monitored from their unique starting points. Staff are adept at identifying potential gaps in development and implementing personalised learning plans, including support for children who speak English as an additional language. The setting also prioritises children's emotional literacy through effective settling-in procedures, high expectations for behaviour, and engaging methods like 'The Colour Monster' story to help children express their feelings. Managers foster a stimulating environment where children are encouraged to initiate their own play ideas, contributing to an inclusive and engaging atmosphere for all children. What it's like Managers at Seedlings Day Nursery have a clear vision and lead with passion, ensuring an inclusive environment and an interesting, balanced curriculum. Children are well-prepared for their next stage of learning, benefiting from staff who constantly review and adapt the curriculum. The strong physical development curriculum provides ample opportunities for children to build muscles and coordination both indoors and outdoors. Moreover, children are provided with opportunities to read stories, sing songs, and rhymes, actively participating by filling in gaps during story time. Strong curriculum Personalised learning Emotional literacy Stimulating environment Inclusive provision ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All\_year Registered with Ofsted 2004 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Seedlings Day Nursery Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10316964 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50246007)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY287094) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 9-11 Firs Close, Forest Hill, London, SE23 1BB ## Explore day nurseries near London - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=seedlings-day-nursery-se23-1bb-ey287094) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Seedlings Day Nursery Last inspected 27 March 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Managers at Seedlings Day Nursery have a clear vision and lead with passion, ensuring an inclusive environment and an interesting, balanced curriculum. Children are well-prepared for their next stage of learning, benefiting from staff who constantly review and adapt the curriculum. The strong physical development curriculum provides ample opportunities for children to build muscles and coordination both indoors and outdoors. Moreover, children are provided with opportunities to read stories, sing songs, and rhymes, actively participating by filling in gaps during story time. Inspector highlights - Managers have devised a curriculum that helps children to develop a good range of skills to support their future learning. - The ongoing monitoring of children's progress from their unique starting points helps each child to achieve. - Effective settling-in procedures support children to feel safe and secure. - Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour. - Children are encouraged to use the colours to express how they are feeling, which helps to build emotional literacy. - All members of the staff team, including the managers, are ambitious for children's learning. - The curriculum for physical development is strong. - Staff have built strong partnerships with parents, communicating daily about what their child is doing at the nursery. Areas to develop - 1 Improve the organisation of large-group activities and story times to ensure that children receive the same rich learning opportunities during these times as they do at other times of the day. - 2 Support children further to develop their independence skills during daily routines. Inspection #10316964 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50246007) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Potential gaps in children's development are swiftly identified. Staff implement focused, personalised learning plans and make referrals for external support when needed. The nursery is inclusive for all children. Outdoor space The curriculum for physical development is strong, with children having access to low-level climbing equipment both indoors and outdoors. Children enjoy riding bicycles in the garden and participating in weekly fitness activities. EAL / language support For children who speak English as an additional language, staff provide support for their communication skills through various strategies. Children are made to feel valued as staff play and learn songs in their home language. ## Google Reviews of Seedlings Day Nursery 4.0 (6 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIRRvif4obdhQgUplyGIimBJRjsjRXTRr952z95r7AhBpYcyQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amanda Sykes 3 years ago THE best nursery we ever could have wished for. Our boys are so happy here and the staff are incredible! Lots of learning through play and allowing the children to develop their own personalities & interests. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSd09TbkxREAE!2m1!1s0x48760233a9bc636d:0xc70d38e010f8ed46) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIPRHUk2tapVB_RfnqhNp4XFY5uVYe662zfkOr5LnCbgDPWNw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Daniela Blanco 2 years ago I couldn’t ask for a better nursery for my son, pure joy and happiness for 4 years to my little man. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsNktHWlFBEAE!2m1!1s0x48760233a9bc636d:0xc70d38e010f8ed46) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU6nYeprwfXBQpsgGqng62QJjjC3xzeI9fa5nTCCAvLstwGmXc-tA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Karolina Mrozowska a year ago The best place for the kids to thrive in [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnNG9yRVZREAE!2m1!1s0x48760233a9bc636d:0xc70d38e010f8ed46) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLB5qv2nt3Q1vsMcikp1Hoy1aGg73Ens9gd9jlEmJ026tuKmqk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dorota Jeżak 7 years ago Very disappointed [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURvb19xcTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760233a9bc636d:0xc70d38e010f8ed46) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLokOggyntlikK1YIYOaKyInkkhYAqfw96E-syJq2WT_jFBI38Y=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Koby Wallace 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZemRpZkxREAE!2m1!1s0x48760233a9bc636d:0xc70d38e010f8ed46) Reviews from Google for Seedlings Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14343182923253476678&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2009 - March 2024 Good - May 2018 Outstanding - October 2015 Good - November 2014 Requires improvement - May 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Seedlings Day Nursery ### What part of the country is Seedlings Day Nursery in? ### What is the age range at Seedlings Day Nursery? ### Is Seedlings Day Nursery a private nursery? ### When does Seedlings Day Nursery open? ### How does Seedlings Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Seedlings Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Praise Childcare Forest Hill London · SE23 1EG ](/nursery/praise-childcare-forest-hill-se23-1eg-2516424) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Bright Bees Day Nursery and Preschool London · SE23 1JN ](/nursery/bright-bees-day-nursery-and-preschool-se23-1jn-2525877) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Pitta Patta Day Nursery 2 London · SE23 1DL ](/nursery/pitta-patta-day-nursery-2-ltd-se23-1dl-2790163) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.3 mi ### Little Seedlings Nursery London · SE23 2PS ](/nursery/little-seedlings-nursery-se23-2ps-2778951) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Forest Hill Montessori Nursery London · SE23 2DF 4.1(14 Google reviews) ](/nursery/forest-hill-montessori-nursery-se23-2df-2522421) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.4 mi ### Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak London · SE23 3NP 4.4(23 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-cubs-academy-honor-oak-se23-3np-2574630) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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