--- title: "UCL Nursery, London WC1H 0NU | Ofsted: Good | Fees" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ucl-nursery-wc1h-0nu-ey433791 description: "UCL Nursery in London (WC1H 0NU) — 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 # UCL Nursery in London (WC1H 0NU) Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · UCL Day Nursery, 55-59 Gordon Square, London, WC1H 0NU · Camden Number of places 24 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority Camden ## About this day nursery UCL Nursery, established in 2011, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 0-2 years, operating from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The day nursery, rated 'Good' by Ofsted in March 2022, focuses on building close and supportive relationships between staff and children. The curriculum is designed to be broad and enriching, with a strong emphasis on individual interests and home routines to help children settle and thrive. The day nursery prides itself on children making good progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). A high priority is placed on physical development, evidenced by a dedicated gym room with equipment like hump bridges and climbing frames, as well as a well-designed outdoor area. Children also benefit from a dedicated sensory room and engage in a range of creative and stimulating activities. The nursery’s approach to behaviour and attitudes was rated as 'Outstanding', with children displaying excellent attitudes to learning and social skills, such as sharing and turn-taking. Our ethos UCL Nursery focuses on child-led learning, fostering a secure and confidence-building environment where children can progress at their individual rates. Every element of the nursery’s design prioritises the well-being of the child, offering stimulating resources that spark imaginativeness. What it's like Staff have close, very nurturing relationships with children. They take great care to find out as much as possible about children's interests, home routines, likes and dislikes. Staff make excellent use of this information to provide familiar routines and activities that help children to settle very well. Outstanding behaviour Nurturing relationships Strong physical development focus Sensory room Individualised curriculum Good SEND provision for SEND ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 17:20 Age range Birth to 3 years Staff 8 Members Waitlist Waiting list Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for UCL Nursery Last inspected 16 March 2022 · Jenny Beckles Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children have excellent attitudes to learning and their behaviour is outstanding. - Children take part in a range of creative and interesting activities, including a dedicated sensory room. - Staff place high priority on children's physical development with a dedicated gym room and well-designed outdoor area. - The curriculum is broad and enriching, and children learn good skills in preparation for school. - Staff manage children's behaviour very successfully, with group rules well embedded. Areas to develop - 1 give children more time to think and respond to questions to support their thinking and language development further. Inspection #10137841 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183010) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Outdoor space There is a dedicated gym room where young children balance over hump bridges, climb across frames, crawl through tunnels and learn to pull themselves up. There are further challenges in the well-designed outdoor area. ## Google Reviews of UCL Nursery 5.0 (3 Google reviews) Jacopo G. a year ago Positive experience with staff and parents Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3Ml82TldnEAE!2m1!1s0x48761b2fc2a8e2c5:0x47d03992da1638f2) Michelle Gogg 7 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJcW83dEtnEAE!2m1!1s0x48761b2fc2a8e2c5:0x47d03992da1638f2) Lucia Connor 10 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURReC03bnpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761b2fc2a8e2c5:0x47d03992da1638f2) Reviews from Google for UCL Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=5174699274735597810&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2012 - March 2022 Good - October 2015 Outstanding - February 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about UCL Nursery ### What is UCL Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Does UCL Nursery accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for UCL Nursery? ### What age range does UCL Nursery cater for? ### Does UCL Nursery support children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)? ### When was UCL Nursery established? ### What kind of outdoor space and physical activities does UCL Nursery offer? ### How does UCL Nursery support children's good behaviour and attitudes? ### How can I contact UCL Nursery? ## About the setting UCL Nursery registered in 2011. It is located in Bloomsbury in the London Borough of Camden. The nursery is open each weekday from 8.30am to 5.30pm for 49 weeks of the year and is closed on public bank holidays. There are 13 staff, including the manager, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. This includes one staff member who holds qualified teacher status and three staff members who have a degree in early years education. URN EY433791 Registered person University College London Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. Claim listing (https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim?nursery=ucl-nursery-wc1h-0nu-ey433791) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. 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