--- title: "The Pelican Nursery, London SE11 5DU | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-pelican-nursery-se11-5du-ey473757 description: "The Pelican Nursery in London (SE11 5DU) — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.6/5 from 11 reviews. See fees, opening hours and photos. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # The Pelican Nursery in London (SE11 5DU) Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 4.6 (11 Google reviews) · 286a Kennington Road, London, SE11 5DU · Lambeth Number of places 40 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Lambeth ## About this day nursery The Pelican Nursery in Kennington has been offering outstanding childcare to families since 2007. They cater to different age groups across two locations: one for infants aged 6 months to 2 years, and another for children aged 2 to 5 years. They are committed to providing competitive and transparent pricing, with various government funding options available to families. The day nursery also prioritises health and safety, requiring all enrolled children to be up-to-date with government-recommended vaccinations. For families interested in their services, the day nursery provides a fee calculator tool and downloadable fee schedules to help understand the costs and funding possibilities. They encourage prospective families to get in touch via phone or an online contact form to arrange a visit or address any queries. What it's like Children receive a warm welcome and quickly engage in learning, forming strong relationships with practitioners through a tailored key-person system, which helps them feel safe and secure. The curriculum captures children's interests, with older children exploring shells and making smoothie ice lollies, while younger children learn about travel through sensory experiences. Practitioners actively promote language development and support children in managing risks and understanding the importance of hydration. Established since 2007 Accepts government funding Two locations for different age groups Online fee calculator Vaccination requirement ## Pricing & funding Fees are billed monthly in advance and calculated based on a daily rate, which varies depending on whether the child is under or over three years old. The nursery is open fifty weeks per year, with annual fees averaged into twelve equal monthly payments. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are collected monthly in advance by direct debit, invoiced in 12 equal calendar monthly amounts. - Fees are calculated over the 50 weeks the nursery is open, minus 5 bank holidays. - Closed on bank holidays, which are free of charge. - Closed for 2 mandatory training days per year, which are chargeable. - Over 3 rates apply from the term following the child's third birthday. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm, all year round Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Pelican Nursery Last inspected 28 July 2023 · Karen Wells 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 - Leaders have developed an inclusive environment, where staff feel supported. - Parents speak highly of the safe and stimulating environment. - Children know the expectations for their behaviour and respond positively. - Practitioners swiftly act to identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Practitioners place a strong focus on children's communication skills. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the existing communication with parents to provide ideas that will enable them to continue to support their children's learning at home - 2 develop planning to focus on younger children's next steps in learning more precisely. Inspection #10301150 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227222) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the notable development their children make. > Parents speak highly of the safe and stimulating environment. > They comment on their children's attachments with key persons and the thorough settling-in process. > parents say that the daily communication from staff provides an insight into children's routines. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Practitioners swiftly act to identify children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work closely with professionals to gain support for children. Outdoor space Partnerships are built with local schools. This provides access to additional outside space and later supports children's transition on to school. ## Google Reviews of The Pelican Nursery 4.6 (11 Google reviews) Louise Irving a year ago The Pelican nursery is a wonderful place! My son started at 8 months old at the baby nursery then moved over to the preschool at 2 years old. The staff are exceptional and have played a crucial role in helping my son develop and grow in confidence. Every day he comes home with stories about what he has been doing and learning. Communication with parents is excellent, we get photo updates through the app and also regular chats with the staff at the start & end of day. I highly recommend the Pelican nursery and it is lovely to know that my son is being looked after so well! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURIOGR6SzZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760493fdd7485b:0x34406748d20eab57) Tilda Williams 7 months ago Amazing nursery, very nurturing staff and fruitful environment for your child to trive in their development. Would definitely recommend. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0dldteE1RVkJXYXpsaE1WOVJORFpYU2xsVUxYYxAB!2m1!1s0x48760493fdd7485b:0x34406748d20eab57) yordanos tesfay a year ago I do not recommend it to family with kids who has especial needs, especially if they’re none verbal. The worse nursery. My children were autistic and non verbal, they have been treated poorly is understatement. I get still sad remembering that I left my children here. The manager(Lauren)is horrible, not understanding of my children needs at all, and her senior. My kids were unwelcome everyday and they ended up kicking them out from the nursery at the end. Lauren the manger also threatened to report me to safeguarding coz I noticed her faults.please please don’t leave your kids here from my experience with my kids. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRMmJTSTZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48760493fdd7485b:0x34406748d20eab57) Alice Burton 3 years ago Ahead of moving to London we found this Nursery by Googlemaps so I feel compelled to return the favour, and how lucky we were to find it! Our child attended both the Baby Nursery and the Preschool and was very happy there. We found communication was always clear and friendly, and we were impressed by the effort put into meals and excursions. Above all, the nursery is staffed by really wonderful carers who taught and cared for our child with warmth, good humour and constancy. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCbzhPTGxRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760493fdd7485b:0x34406748d20eab57) Rory Nichol 4 years ago Our daughter attended the baby nursery and had a wonderful time there. All the staff were very attentive and professional but also friendly. They were very accomodating during a difficult period with Coronavirus and the communication to parents was very good. She always came home singing new songs etc and genuinely seemed to enjoy going there in the mornings so that must be a good sign :) Overall would definetely recommend Pelican to anybody Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHMkxqUl9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760493fdd7485b:0x34406748d20eab57) Reviews from Google for The Pelican Nursery. 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