--- title: "St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/st-thomas-hospital-day-nursery-se1-7eh-ey268854 description: "St Thomas' Hospital 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 # St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, c/o St Thomas Hospital Day Nursery, London, SE1 7EH · Lambeth Number of places 102 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Lambeth ## About this day nursery St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery, located in London, SE1 7EH, was registered in 2003 and provides childcare on non-domestic premises. Following its latest Ofsted inspection on 1st December 2022, the day nursery received an overall 'Good' rating, maintaining its previous 'Good' effectiveness. Children are supported in developing strong relationships with both staff and their peers, with older children enjoying outdoor play and babies forming strong bonds through cuddles and support, fostering a sense of safety and security. The dedicated team of 25 staff, all holding relevant early years qualifications, ensures a well-planned curriculum that promotes language development through engaging activities like stories and songs. The nursery focuses on supporting children's physical skills, with toddlers developing balance and spatial awareness, and older children confidently using climbing equipment. Parents are kept informed about the curriculum and value the continuity of care provided by the experienced staff. What it's like Children at St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery develop good relationships with staff and each other, enjoying cuddles and support that make them feel safe and secure. They show a good understanding of behavioral expectations and benefit from staff support in learning to share and take turns. Children respond well to daily routines, helping to tidy up and knowing to walk sensibly in outdoor play areas. Good Ofsted rating Strong relationships Physical development Language skills Parental involvement ## Key facts Opening hours 7am to 7pm Term time / All Year All_year Registered with Ofsted 2003 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery Last inspected 1 December 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children are developing good relationships with each other and staff. - Children with additional needs are supported well and are making good progress from their starting points. - Children are developing good physical skills. - Children develop their interest and love of books as they look at books independently and keenly join in with stories read by staff. - Managers evaluate the quality of the service effectively and show a commitment to promoting continuous improvement. - Parents are happy with the care provided to their children and have seen their children make good progress. - Staff work effectively as a well-established team and ensure all required documents are well maintained. - Staff plan a good range of activities across all areas of learning during indoor and outdoor play. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen systems to support children who speak EAL, using opportunities to include children's home languages in everyday routines. - 2 Monitor the implementation of the new emergency evacuation procedure to ensure it is fully embedded in staff's practice to promote children's well-being and safety. Inspection #10261216 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205134) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with additional needs are well supported and make good progress from their starting points. Staff are aware of individual needs and plan an appropriate curriculum to support their learning. Staff also work with parents and other agencies to share information and identify the needs of children who require additional support, ensuring they receive targeted support at an early stage. Outdoor space Staff plan a good range of activities across all areas of learning during indoor and outdoor play. Furthermore, managers involve staff and parents in projects such as the garden committee, which is developing the use of the outside play areas. Children enjoy playing outside and exploring different textures, including collecting leaves. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language (EAL) are supported with their communication and language, but staff could make better use of opportunities to include children's home languages in everyday routines to further strengthen their support. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - December 2022 Good - December 2016 Good - December 2013 Good - September 2013 Requires improvement - November 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery ### What is the Ofsted rating of St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery? ### What are the opening hours at St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery? ### Where is St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery located? ### How is English as an additional language supported at St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Purple Jay Nursery Lambeth London · SE11 6LU 4.4(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/purple-jay-nursery-lambeth-se11-6lu-ey495427 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### House of Commons Nursery London · SW1A 2NE https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/house-of-commons-nursery-sw1a-2ne-ey408500 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Foreign And Commonwealth Office Nursery London · SW1A 2AH 4.0(111 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/foreign-and-commonwealth-office-nursery-sw1a-2ah-ey256371 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Toad Hall Nursery School London · SE11 4UF 4.7(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/toad-hall-nursery-school-se11-4uf-144720 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Westminster London · SW1P 2AD 3.4(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-westminster-sw1p-2ad-ey330036 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Marsham Street Community Nursery London · SW1P 4LX 3.7(29 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/marsham-street-community-nursery-sw1p-4lx-135060 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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