Purple Jay Peckham Rye

34 Waveney Avenue, Nunhead, London SE15 3UE
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  • Purple Jay Peckham Rye, London
Purple Jay Peckham Rye is a family run nursery, with real family values. The nursery is local to Peckham, Peckham Rye, Nunhead & Honor Oak. They take children from 9 months to 5 years and are open 7.30am-6.30pm, 50 weeks of the year.

What makes Purple Jay Peckham Rye so special?

1) They provide a genuinely personalised approach, giving every child the tailored care and attention they need and deserve.

2) They are located on a low pollution, residential road.

3) They have multiple rooms that are completely tailored to the relevant age group and fully equipped.

4) They have a big focus on developing the emotional intelligence and creativity of the children.

5) They provide a huge and varied outdoor play area and inspire the children to engage with nature and the outdoors.

6) They provide children with quality, healthy, nutritious meals that are cooked fresh on-site, every single day.

7) They provide an environment that is truly safe and secure. Furthermore, both the nursery interior and exterior are cleaned daily and full COVID-19 compliance is a standard.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jarrod Ayling (CEO)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 34

Age Range

  • from 0 years 9 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please visit official website

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Christmas & 1 week at August

Purple Jay Peckham Rye Reviews (13)

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Purple Jay Peckham Rye has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.880) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Purple Jay Peckham Rye has 13 reviews.

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Review from Tallia G (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two-year-old son started at the nursery in October 2024, and our experience has been excellent. The management team are supportive, approachable, and well-organised, ensuring clear communication and a smooth transition. The room staff (Sparrows + Puffins) are warm, patient, and attentive, helping
my son settle quickly and build confidence while developing strong bonds with his key workers. I love receiving regular photos and updates, which not only show his activities but also explain how they link to the curriculum and his learning goals. The nursery's beautiful garden, with its thoughtfully arranged play areas, is a highlight for him-especially in the summer. What really sets this nursery apart is its strong community spirit. Celebratory events and fundraising initiatives throughout the year bring staff, parents, and children together in an inviting, inclusive way. Overall, I couldn't be happier with the care, dedication, and nurturing environment the nursery provides.
Reply from Lynn Attoe, Senior Operations Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're thrilled to hear your son has settled in so well and that you've had such a positive experience since joining us.
We're especially pleased to hear your…read more
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Review from L J (Father of Child) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My first child has been attending Purple Jay Peckham Rye since 2022 and has absolutely loved his time there. Our second child has since joined the baby room. The nursery has a great atmosphere and a genuinely welcoming feel.


One of its standout features is the outdoor space, which feels like a rarity

in London. The children make full use of it, particularly the older ones.


The staff went through a period of transition around 12-18 months ago. However, since then the nursery has been very settled and is now led extremely capably by Isaura. Even during that transition, communication remained strong and standards were consistently high.


Overall, we couldn't be happier with the nursery.

Reply from Lynn Attoe, Senior Operations Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that both your children have had such positive experiences at Purple Jay Peckham Rye. It means a great deal to…read more
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Review from Martha G (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in Feb 2023 when he was a year old and has been there for a total of 7 months but we are now relocating to a new area so have to change nurseries. We have been so happy with Purple Jay - my son loves it and has flourished in his time there - he runs in! There have been changes in manager
since we were there which I was initially concerned about but I saw no inconsistency in the care my son received during those transitions and was impressed with the communication from the nursery throughout. They send regular photos and updates of what he is doing and I love that rather than being dropped at the door, parents are welcome to come right into the rooms/garden etc. to drop off or collect. This meant we got to know the staff and his peers really well and could see for ourselves how content and engaged he was with activities, staff and other kids when he's there. The Sparrows team are amazing and the whole nursery is a lovely warm and cheerful place with the most amazing garden.
Reply from Lynn Attoe, Senior Operations Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
It is really positive to hear that you have been so happy with the nursery and that the change of manager, although concerning for you at the time, has been a good experience with effective…read more
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Review from Constant C (Father of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves it there! The staff are really motivated to share/play/teach to the little ones. My son started there at about 2 years. He is 3.5 now and he's really happy! The difference there is really: The Garden! Which is amazing for the kids. The staff, from the teachers to the cook/chef to the assistant.
Everyone seems to like it there. The activity, every day they found new ideas to share and interact with the kids.
Reply from Lynn Attoe, Senior Operations Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
Thank you so much for your comments, I am really pleased you and your son are so happy with the service you are receiving at our Peckham Rye Nursery.
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Review from Charlotte M (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has attended Purple Jay for the last 15-months (since he was age 13-months), and it’s been such a wonderful experience, despite all the challenges of Covid. The nursery has a really friendly and welcoming atmosphere, and the staff are all lovely and so caring. All the children have access to
the big garden at different points throughout the day, and they have a wide range of quality and stimulating resources to play with indoors and outside, including a construction area, mud garden and water play area. I’m always amazed at the different activities they do as well. The team have been amazing and adapted so well during Covid - the fact the nursery has never had to close and our son hasn’t caught anything other than the usual coughs and colds says it all. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Purple Jay Peckham Rye, as I really believe it’s the best nursery in the area. We can’t thank the team there enough for helping our son grow into a happy, confident and curious little boy!
Reply from Irene Pinto, Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
Thank you ever so much for your detailed review. We really welcome and appreciate your comments and are so pleased that your child enjoys his time at Purple Jay Peckham Rye and that you recommend the…read more
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Review from Sean R (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We’re really very happy that we chose the nursery. The staff are great, the boys seem to really enjoy themselves and the variety of activities is great for their development. Communication is also very good and always appreciated.
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Review from Susan W (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my daughter and I have had a very positive experience at Purple Jay. The staff are very friendly and have a genuine interest in the children and their well being. Communication is very good, with staff providing answers to my questions soon after I contact them. Although my daughter has a key
staff member allocated to her, all of the staff know each child well, which works well as my daughter as she is very comfortable approaching all staff members. I would recommend this nursery.
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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our children have been at Purple Jay Peckham Rye for the last 18 months. It is a nurturing environment with caring staff and feels very much like a home. All the staff we have met - from the nursery cook to the manager have been welcoming and seem to know each child very well. The children do a broad
range of activities and they learn important life skills (eg. sharing and being friends). A team member who works in the Puffins room, in particular, is incredible - so enthusiastic, warm and caring. It is hard to comment on some aspects of what the nursery is like inside (eg. facilities) as we have never been inside most of the nursery due to understandable covid restrictions.
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Review from Steven G (Father of Child) published on 29 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Purple Jay Peckham Rye is a good nursery. Unfortunately given lockdown, it has been impossible to see what goes on inside but both our children really enjoy their time there and the staff are really nice and helpful. It would be great to see a few more activity updates through the app, but the variety
of activities and teaching seem to be really good. Overall, very much recommended.
Reply from Lynn Attoe, Operations Manager at Purple Jay Peckham Rye
Thank you ever so much for your detailed review. We really welcome and appreciate your comments and are so pleased that both your children enjoy their time at Purple Jay Peckham Rye and that you…read more
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Review from Rachel (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son really enjoys his time at nursery and has made good friends. The level of care he receives is excellent. The outdoor space is especially great, and he enjoys all the physical activities on offer.
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Review from Catherine C (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the past 6 years we have sent both our children to this nursery and have only the very best things to say about the staff and they way they look after the children. They have a genuine interest in the kids as individuals and have always been so warm, welcoming and receptive to whatever feedback
we may have had. A great experience!
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Review from Hannah W (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have sent both our children to Purple Jay Peckham Rye and they have been very happy and have made great friends. It is a very friendly, well-equipped nursery with lovely staff and a great garden and facilities. There are many efforts to include parents in their children’s daily activities and also
to keep them up to date with their continued development. We would definitely recommend Purple Jay.
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Review from Ben W (Father of Child) published on 23 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has loved his time at Purple Jay Peckham, and we as parents have also been delighted with the staff and the facilities. Each member of staff has cared deeply about their role and it seems that Purple Jay retain a high number of staff. We can only assume this is because of the quality of the nursery
and the environment created there. We could not have wishes for more from the manager and the team. We will miss them all.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.880)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.880) out of 10 for Purple Jay Peckham Rye 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 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 4 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 4.917 for Purple Jay Peckham Rye is calculated as follows: ( (44 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.917
  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 3.963 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Purple Jay Peckham Rye is based on 4 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.375
    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 34 number of registered child places is 6.8. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 6.8 = 0.588
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Purple Jay Peckham Rye

What is the Age Range of Children that Purple Jay Peckham Rye accepts?

Purple Jay Peckham Rye accepts Children aged from 0 years 9 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Purple Jay Peckham Rye Open?

Purple Jay Peckham Rye is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Purple Jay Peckham Rye have capacity for?

Purple Jay Peckham Rye has capacity for a total of 34 Children.

How far is Purple Jay Peckham Rye to the centre of London?

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

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