Leo's Den Nursery

37 Law Street, off Great Dover Street, London SE1 4DZ
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  • Leo's Den Nursery, London
Leo’s Den Nursery is in the heart of Southwark, and opened in 2009 in a converted public house very close to all major transport routes, with London Bridge and Borough high street stations close by.

Leo's Den Nursery prides itself on being a safe, caring and valued early education setting where children learn and thrive. They see parents returning to the nursery again and again, so that each of their children has the wonderful start in life that Leo’s Den nursery enables every child to have. The nursery also offers both two and three-year-old funded places and the 30 hours funded option for those parents that qualify.

With the areas of Bermondsey Borough, Peckham and Camberwell close by, Southwark is a very diverse area with children coming from many different backgrounds and cultures and many children having English as their second language. Leo's Den is a fully inclusive nursery and they celebrate and nurture each and every individual child, and have great relationships with the whole family. The staff team also reflect the diverse cultures of the area and bring many different cultures and languages to enhance the setting.

Key carers have professional rich bonds with their key children and their families, and they are very proud of all that their 'very strong' Parent Partnership brings to the setting.

Leo's Den offers a wonderful EYFS curriculum with many enhancement classes for the children to enjoy. These include weekly Ballet, Mindfulness and Yoga sessions, as well as Fun Phonics and Wild Fangs (the wonderful world of living things). With two lovely outdoor spaces/gardens, the children have many learning opportunities to try out their physical skills and enjoy lots of outdoor learning experiences whilst having fun.

From the start of the Covid pandemic, the nursery has remained open throughout and continued to serve the key workers of the local community, with many new families joining the nursery
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Funding & Fees

Leo’s Den Nursery Fees – April 2025


Cubs & Cheetahs Room from 4 months – 2 years - £105 per day


2 days   
Weekly £181.66    
Monthly £785.12


3 days
Weekly - £271.13   
Monthly - £1171.96


4 days
Weekly -£358.70   
Monthly - £1555.01


5 days
Weekly - £422.07   
Months - £1760.20


Cheetahs Room from 2 years – 3 years - £98 per day
2 days-
Weekly -£162.46   
Monthly- £702.42


3 days-
Weekly -£253.44   
Monthly -£1048.58


4 days-
Weekly -£333.71   
Monthly - £1391.30


5 days-
Weekly -£365.89   
Monthly - £1521.10


Lions Room from 3 years – 5 years - £93.00 per day
2 days-
Weekly -£162.69   
Monthly £674.92


3 days -
Weekly - £233.09   
Monthly - £1007.53


4 days -
Weekly -£308.24   
Monthly £1336.72


5 days -
Weekly -£348.60   
Monthly - £1446.22


Please note that your child will qualify for Funded hours of 15 or 30 hours depending on your circumstances. The funding only applies during term time only but we extend the funded hours to stretch the whole year. We also accept all childcare vouchers. Please ask Rachel Hine any questions with regards to fees/childcare vouchers and funding entitlement.

Our fees are very competitive with the local area.
We are a private nursery, but look after our local and extended community by keeping our fees at a rate that is affordable for parents.

Contact Leo's Den Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Contact Leo's Den Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Tony Hailwood
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Rachel Hine (Nursery Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 32

Total Places for Children

  • 65

Age Range

  • from 0 years 4 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:45
    Tuesday 07:30-18:45
    Wednesday 07:30-18:45
    Thursday 07:30-18:45
    Friday 07:30-18:45

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays , Three staff training days per year. [ Inset Days]

Leo's Den Nursery Reviews (78)

9.9

Leo's Den Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.854) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Leo's Den Nursery has 78 reviews.

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Review from Sanna L (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Leo's Den Nursery! Both of our children attend, and they absolutely love it there. It's such a comfort as a parent to see them excited to go in every day and come home happy, engaged, and full of stories.


The staff are amazing-warm, caring, and incredibly attentive. They

create a nurturing environment where each child feels seen and supported, while also encouraging learning, creativity, and social development.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review of Leo's Den, our staff always do their utmost to ensure that our children enjoy each and every day at nursery.
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Leo's Den are very responsive and warm. They responded well to all my questions before starting and have been reassuring throughout. Our child went in at 7 months and has had a great experience in the baby room. We would definitely recommend it.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryMany thanks for such a kind review, and we are delighted that you have been happy in our baby room.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel incredibly lucky to have found this nursery for both of our children. From the very beginning, it has had such a warm, caring, family feel that immediately put us at ease. The staff are genuinely kind, attentive, and clearly invested in each child as an individual.
At the same time, the nursery
is extremely well-run and practical. Communication is excellent, with regular updates that give us real insight into what our children are doing, learning, and enjoying each day. It's so reassuring to feel informed and involved.
They have also been incredibly supportive in managing our son's additional medical needs, which they have taken on with confidence, care, and professionalism.
The team strikes a perfect balance between nurturing care and structured development, and it's clear how much thought and effort goes into creating a positive environment. Our children are happy, settled, and thriving, which says everything.
We couldn't recommend this nursery more highly.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for such a positive review of Leo's Den. We always recognise the needs of each individual child no matter what the circumstances, and ensure that our staff have the skills to deal with each situation.
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 1 year old absolutely loves Leo's Den - he's often bringing us his coat and shoes in the morning because he wants to get going! The greatest thing is the staff - everyone who works there that we've met has been kind, considerate, caring and informed. The communication is excellent with messages
and updates through the parent app and photos daily.


The facilities of the nursery itself are not the most up to date but not in a way that seems to bother any of the kids - they have their own outside space with play equipment and opportunities to interact with older children which is great.


Overall we feel safe and happy sending our child to Leo's Den, and their management of our funded hours means it's affordable for us. We really feel very lucky to have found this place!

Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryMany thanks for your positive review of Leo's Den, and we are delighted that you feel safe and happy having your child at Leo's Den.
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Review from Vera T (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son Ted started attending Leo's Den when he was 10 months. I am a first time mum so was very anxious sending him off to creche. But Leos were absolutely amazing at reassuring me and creating bonds with my son to ensure that we were all comfortable. They communicate really well, send you lovely updates
and pictures and just all round made us feel so comfortable. Now Ted absolutely loves it there. He is so happy going off to Leos, the practitioners are absolutely amazing. All so engaging, thoughtful and truly care about the kids. Ted has learned so much since being in Leos from superp crawling to learning to stand. He is so supported in there by all of the lovely staff that he is flourishing. We cannot recommend Leos enough and are so so thankful for everything that they do.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryDear Vera, thank you for your generous review and we are delighted that Ted is flourishing at Leo's Den.
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Review from Dalia R (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff here are amazing. They are very attentive and responsive to my child's needs - he always comes home relaxed and happy. They work hard on his development and always keep us updated on his progress.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your review and it is always good to hear that a child comes home relaxed and happy.
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Review from Arta U (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We're very happy with the nursery. The staff are caring, attentive, and truly supportive of my son's development. I've seen a great improvement in his confidence and communication. I highly recommend it to other parents :).
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for the very kind and positive review of Leo's Den.
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Review from Jay B (Father of Child) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic staff, really kind and professional. Very good activities foe the kids, and good updates via the app. We feel very grateful to the staff there for everything that they do for our daughter and the other kids there.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely comments , its our pleasure to care for your daughter.
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Review from Yuliia K (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I really like Leo's Den Nursery and highly recommend it. The staff are caring and friendly, and the nursery offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities, such as visits to the local library and a care home, dance and language classes, and exciting sessions with an organisation. The environment
is happy, safe, and welcoming.
My 2 daughters enjoy going to the nursery and love spending time with the carers and other children. There is also a nice outdoor space where the kids spend 1-2 hours each day when the weather is good.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review , its our pleasure to care for your children.
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Review from Joanna Z (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery the staff are very caring it feels like a second home to my child. I love the regular updates and the ability to see how my daughter's day went .
I'm glad I chose this nursery for my child
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryMany thanks for your lovely review Joanna, your kind words will be valued by the team.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loves Leo's den and the staff are so kind to him. The transition back to work has been so much easier knowing my son is so well looked after and having such fun. The communication is great and I feel the the activities they do are age appropriate and stimulating.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryMany thanks for the review E B, we know how important it is that parents can return to work happy in the knowledge that their child is being well looked after and enjoys nursery.
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Review from Katarzyna H (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing, safe, relabel nursery!
We couldn't wish for more! Our daughter is developing incredibly well. Leo's Den has got massive impact on my daughter development. They are doing an amazing job!
Thank you Leo's Den!!!
Ps. Nursery stuff is a part of our family little family. So friendly,
helpful.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you Katarzyna, the Leo's Den family really does appreciate your wonderful review.
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Review from Rav P (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery with amazing staff who are very caring. They really understand each child's personal needs and we trust them fully with our daughter. They were extremely supportive during the settling in period.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you Rav for the lovely review, we really do try and look after each child individually.
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Review from Anastasia T (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leo's Den is a wonderful place where my child has been thriving since he started at 8 months old. The staff are wonderful - caring, professional and kind, they do everything they can to support both parents and the children. The office are brilliant, and always do their utmost to accommodate requests.
As a working mother it's given me such a peace of mind knowing that my little one is well looked after during the day. The children are always busy with lots of activities and plenty of outdoor play, you can see how happy they are in a safe, stimulating and fun environment.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for such wonderful comments. It is always great to hear that we are doing things well, and that our parents and children are happy.
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Review from V M (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter always had a good time from daycare. She developed safe relationship with carer and made friends with other children. Leo's Den provides daily interesting activities, as well as, playtime in nearby parks.
Reply from Tony Hailwood, Managing Director at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for the positive review. We are so delighted that your daughter had a happy and safe time at Leo's Den.
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Review from Lucy C (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot express my gratitude and heartfelt appreciation of Leo's Den. As a first time mum and full time working mum, Leo's Den has been an absolute pillar in our lives. The admin office was more than accommodating when I had to change my start dates and full time enrollment. The staff that look after
my daughter are second to none. They genuinely care about my daughter and this is more than just a job for them. They are skilled, professional, and have helped her development more than I ever could. My daughter has thrived with her speech, confidence, and shown so many developmental leaps that I attribute to Leo's. She enjoy nutritious meals and snacks as well. I particularly enjoy how the nursery puts so much effort into keeping both the children and parents active from Sports day to cultural day to celebrating other holidays. Cannot recommend Leo's den enough!
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review , its our absolute pleasure to care for your child.
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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We truly couldn't have asked for a better nursery. The staff have really moved my child's language and motor skills forward, and provided a loving environment. They do creative activities every day, get lots of outside time all through the year, and go to the various local parks quite frequently. My
child has formed very close bonds to all the staff, and walks happily into nursery every morning without looking back! She couldn't be happier there, and we couldn't be happier with Leo's Den.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review. Its our pleasure to care for your child.
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Review from Tobi B (Aunt of Child) published on 22 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leo's Den Nursery is such a lovely place. The staff are friendly, attentive, and genuinely care about the children's well being. I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nursery.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review. Its our pleasure to care for your child.Jenny
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Review from Amelia M (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leo's Den are a wonderful nursery. My daughter loves going and is so happy to see everyone in the morning. Her development has come on leaps and bounds thanks to the nursery and the communication is amazing. The app lets me know exactly what she's done and eaten everyday which is amazing.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review. Its our pleasure to care for your child.
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Review from V P (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my boys went to Leo's Den and they LOVE the nursery. The staff is very caring, communication is great, and the children have so much fun with all the interesting activities organised for them. We are so glad we found this place, and will not hesitate to recommend it to other parents.
Reply from Jenny Gagg, Operations Manager at Leo's Den NurseryThank you for your lovely review, always our pleasure to care for your children.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.854)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.854) out of 10 for Leo's Den Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.854 for Leo's Den Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (361 Excellents x 5) + (51 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 417 Ratings = 4.854
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Leo's Den Nursery is based on 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 65 number of registered child places is 13, which has been reached with 35 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

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Rachel Hine

Job Title: Nursery Director Joined: 2009

Rachel is responsible for the overall direction of the nursery, dealing with parent's applications, the management of the nursery systems and dealing with parental accounts/fees.

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Kemi Akinniranye

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2015

Kemi is responsible for the day to day running of the nursery, including parent contacts, organisation of the staff and the planning of activities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Leo's Den Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Leo's Den Nursery accepts?

Leo's Den Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Leo's Den Nursery Open?

Leo's Den Nursery is open: Monday 07:30-18:45, Tuesday 07:30-18:45, Wednesday 07:30-18:45, Thursday 07:30-18:45, Friday 07:30-18:45.

How many Children does Leo's Den Nursery have capacity for?

Leo's Den Nursery has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Leo's Den Nursery to the centre of London?

2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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