Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Wimbledon, Pelham Road

This nursery has gone through lots of changes over the last two years, and we too have had a bit of an up and down journey with them. There are many things we were super happy with: The menus are excellent and our child always ate very well. They make potty training simple and fun. They truly ignited our child's love for all things arts and crafts. The building was thoroughly renovated, so is now a welcoming and safe space for the children. My main problem with the nursery is the lack of (relevant) communication. It wasn't always this way, in the beginning there was a monthly newsletter, a daily photocopy sheet detailing the day's activities and areas of focus and they also shared photos almost daily. After a new communication app was introduced, any meaningful communication slowly stopped and all was left was a real time log of toilet visits and meal times. They do a fine job keeping your child occupied while you work, but I'd say there is some room for improvement too.

My daughter has attended Dicky Birds for the last eighteen months and she is thriving there. She loves all the staff and her friends. They have been particularly helpful with her potty training and got her comfortable with using the potty really quickly. They spend lots of time in the garden and doing activities outdoors which is great for my little one. It’s great watching my child learn and grow in a safe and happy environment.

Such a lovely nursery. My little boy started attending four months ago and with their help settled in so quickly and absolutely loves being there. The app showing the meals, nappy changes etc. is great and the staff are so good at getting in touch to inform me of even the smallest things. Would recommend to mum friends.

We had two children attending Dicky Birds Pelham for the last year and have absolutely loved it. The staff is so kind and loving, my children talked about everyone there all the time. They looked forward to going, which made drop off a breeze.

We joined the Dicky Birds family in October 2022 and are so pleased that we did! My daughter has a genetic condition that effects her development and causes her to have seizures. Prior to starting Dicky Birds, she spent her time with myself and a childminder as we didn't feel that she was ready to enter a nursery setting, how wrong we were! From our initial visit, we knew that she would be just fine and have been proven right every day since. The staff are warm and welcoming and have gone out of their way to ensure that my daughter is not only safe but included as well. In her short time with Dicky Birds we've seen her development and confidence thrive and we know that is in big part to the care and work put in by her keyworker and the setting. As a first-time mum of an SEN child, Dicky Birds has been everything that I needed and more!

Our son loves going to nursery and we are extremely happy with the standard of care but the recent upgrades to the building, rooms and provisions have added to this. The team are so hands-on with the kids and we know he is well looked after, is offered a diverse range of food and has a varied day including games, reading, art and outside adventures. The team genuinely care about the kids and this is the most important thing for me. Our son is safe, cared for and engaged in activities.

A lovely nursery with great facilities and caring staff. My daughter is super happy and well looked after. The nursery provides nutritious and tasty meals each day. They have an outdoor garden and also take babies on little trips. I am always kept informed via an app about my daughters daily activities.

I feel comfortable knowing that my child is being well taken care of by the professional, caring team at Dicky Birds Day Nursery. He has built a rapport with his carers who are always happy to tailor their approach for each child as necessary.

Excellent nursery. Our son loves going. Staff are attentive and caring. The recent renovations on the building have made it really good and we look forward to the garden room being done soon. Thanks, Dicky Birds Nursery and staff!

Amazing, fun and loving staff. It really does feel like a family. Our daughter loves to go to nursery and clearly has a great day when she’s there. It’s obvious the Manager and all the staff care about making it a great nursery.

Excellent nursery. All staff are extremely friendly, supportive, helpful and caring. Beautifully refurbished rooms and a brilliant outdoor space with lots of activities. Regular trips out in Wimbledon in the buggy bus.

There was a price increase two times within a few months which is very annoying. When we cancelled the contract I was told that we still have to pay a higher amount as the nursery needs 4 weeks' notice to inform of the price changes and parents need 8 weeks' notice to break the contract. So you are forced to pay whatever increase and the nursery is legally covered.

We couldn't be happier with our experience so far at Dicky Birds, Pelham Road. Our son joined in December 2021 and settled incredibly easily - he is so happy there and loves not only all the other children in his class but also all the staff. It's clear that they do a remarkable job. Thank you!

I recommend it to everyone.

We are so pleased our son is so happy and enjoys going there.

The staff are kind and caring. My daughter has made some very good friends with some of the other children.

My boy definitely has developed hugely since being here and it’s great to see all the new words/actions he does when at home.

Dicky Birds are fantastic, my little one has been going there since she was 11-months-old and is now 2. Everyday she goes in with a smile on her face and sometimes doesn’t want to leave! They’re always going on outings, exploring different ways of working and caring for her in a loving way.

The staff are lovely and work very hard. They have really good relationships with the children. The range of activities can be limited and repetitive. It would be really good for the children to go on more outings and to a wider variety of places.

My child loves attending Dicky Birds Nursery. The staff are friendly, supportive and professional. I could not be happier leaving my child in their care knowing she will have a lovely day. The manager and her team are amazing.