What childcare funding options are available at The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool?

The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool accepts various government funding schemes to help families with the cost of childcare. This includes the universal 15 hours for 3-4 year olds, 30 hours for working parents of 3-4 year olds, and 15 hours for disadvantaged 2-year-olds. They also work with the Tax-Free Childcare scheme, making high-quality early education more accessible. They aim to provide clear guidance on childcare funding options to ensure accessibility and affordability.

Where can I find fees for The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool?

The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool structures its fees so that funded hours cover core childcare, but 'Everyday Essentials' charges will apply for things like meals, nappies, or extended hours. For a detailed breakdown of all costs and to understand any extras, it's best to contact the nursery directly. They are committed to clarity regarding all financial aspects.

What is the educational approach of The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool?

The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool aims to create a stimulating atmosphere that encourages children's development, fostering a love for learning from their earliest years. They are committed to excellence in early years provision, striving to make a positive impact on every child's growth. The nursery focuses on preparing children for their future educational journeys.

Who operates The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool?

The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the Grandir UK network. They focus on providing a nurturing and enriching environment, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive support for families. Being part of a larger group helps them maintain high standards and offer a wide range of resources for children's development.

Does The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool provide support for families?

Yes, The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool prioritises providing comprehensive support for families. This includes offering clear guidance on childcare funding options and ensuring parents feel supported throughout the process of transitioning their children into care. They aim to offer flexible childcare solutions to meet the needs of working parents.

How can I contact The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool?

You can get in touch with The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool by calling 020 3319 7331. Alternatively, you can send an email to parentengagement@grandiruk.com. They also have a website with more information if you wish to visit online.

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The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

Ofsted: Expected standard·

5.0(2 Google reviews) ·181 Nether Street, London, N3 1NR · Barnet

Number of places

104 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

May 2026

Local authority

Barnet

About this early years setting

The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London offers childcare for children from birth to age 4. Registered with Ofsted on 24/07/2024, the nursery places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, with leaders ensuring an open culture where everyone shares responsibility for child protection.

The nursery received an "Expected standard" in its May 2026 inspection, demonstrating a commitment to meeting all statutory and professional standards. Children benefit from a curriculum that fosters a love for stories and storytelling, supporting communication and language development.

Strong relationships are built between key persons and children through a thorough settling-in procedure, helping children feel safe and secure. The nursery actively supports children in preparing for school transitions, with practitioners working closely with parents to identify future schools and offering role-play opportunities to familiarise children with the "big school" experience.

The setting also provides tailored support for children with individual needs, using robust assessment processes and engaging with external agencies when specialist advice is required. A unique home learning library and an online app further enhance the partnership with parents, ensuring a shared understanding of each child's developmental journey.

What it's like

Children thoroughly enjoy coming to the nursery, delighting in the presence of the nursery's rabbits and feeling safe and secure. They play alongside their peers, forming close relationships and developing a sense of belonging. Key persons know children well and nurture their personal, social, and emotional development, enabling them to take risks in their play.

Love for storiesStrong safeguarding cultureIndividual needs metSchool readinessSecure attachments

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare

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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:30 - 18:30

Term time / All Year

All_year

Registered with Ofsted

2024

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

Inspection date: May 2026

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Expected standard

Last inspected May 2026

Headline: Expected standard

Grade summary

Exceptional

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Strong standard

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Expected standard

Needs attention

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Urgent improvement

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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementExpected standard

Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesExpected standard

Children's welfare and wellbeingExpected standard

Curriculum and teachingExpected standard

InclusionExpected standard

Leadership and governanceExpected standard

Age range

0 to 4

Registers

Early Years Register

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted report for The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

Last inspected 7 May 2026

What it's like to attend

Inspector highlights

Children progress well through the curriculum and develop a love for stories and storytelling.
Children receive support to be ready for their next stage in learning, with practitioners working closely with parents for transitions.
Children have secure attachments with key practitioners due to a thorough settling-in procedure.
Practitioners accurately assess children's development and swiftly tailor teaching to meet their needs.
Leaders and practitioners quickly identify children's individual needs through robust assessment processes and put strategies in place to support them.
Leaders implement a home learning library to support families to meet the current needs of their children, fostering a well-established parental partnership.

Areas to develop

1Leaders should support staff to embed the well-designed strategies, which support children who have gaps in their development, across the nursery so that children continue to catch up quickly.
2Leaders should support staff to consistently develop children's confidence in and use of mathematical vocabulary.
3Leaders should support staff to give children enough time to respond to what they hear, enabling them to further develop their language and communication skills.

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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders engage with external agencies to gain specific support and ensure that they have explored specialist advice to support children's specific needs. They have a robust system for monitoring children's progress and use an assess, plan, do and review cycle, such as inviting area special educational needs and/or disabilities coordinators to observe and support the implementation of strategies like 'now and next boards'.

Google Reviews of The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

5.0

(2 Google reviews)

Sara Hasanzadeh

7 months ago

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Kesiah Rizzi

a year ago

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

7 May 2026

Expected standard

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

About this early years setting

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Official Ofsted Report

Expected standard

Ofsted report for The West Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool in London

How they support every child

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