Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School

King's House, 40 Stockwell Road, London SW9 9ES
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  • Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School, London
Rated Good by Ofsted (April 2024), Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old.

The Nursery is based at the heart of Stockwell, seconds from the tube. It's a light and spacious setting with separate rooms for different age groups. The Nursery also has a sensory room, a soft play room, and a large garden.

The team is highly skilled, with several holding qualifications at Level 3 and above. The children enjoy many different activities each day, from construction to science experiments, creating small world dolls’ houses and farms, yoga, gardening… the learning possibilities are endless!

A dedicated chef prepares balanced meals using recipes from LEYF’s nutritious menu.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Bhumika Patel (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 62

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Christmas

Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (60)

9.9

Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School has 60 reviews.

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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Stockwell Gardens is such a wonderful nursery - the teachers are so caring and the facilities are exceptional. Both my babies have been in their care since they were 12 months old and I have watched them flourish since joining. The food is exceptional, the Chef is amazing and my girls throughly enjoy
the lunches!
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Review from Deleisa I (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I was very sceptical about sending my son to nursery. After visiting several nurseries including Stockwell gardens I finally made a decision to send my son to Stockwell as the other nursery didn't give me the warm welcome and connection I had with Stockwell. and it was a decision I never regretted.
My son and I absolutely love this nursery they treat him like he is their son. The nursery staff make you feel informed and secured that your child is in good hands. The settling period was the most nervous feeling I had and the staff made it an easy process for my child and I. They made sure to call me at least 2-3 times in the day to update me on him. My child is super happy to leave to go and learn and be with his peers. The only tears we get now is to go home as he enjoys his time at nursery. I want to thank the nursery for their patience and love they give him. My son has grown and learnt so much in the short time he has attended Stockwell nursery.
Reply from Bhumika Patel, Nursery Manager at Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback Deleisa. It means a lot to know your son feels happy, loved, and settled with us, we truly enjoy watching him grow and thrive every day!
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children went to Stockwell Gardens Nursery and we have been so happy with their time there. Our kids were very happy, the staff were lovely and very engaged with the children. They provided varied and interesting activities for the children to do, and gave us lots of information about what
our kids were up to during the day. We also love Chef Janet and the food the kids get, as well as the cooking they do. There is great outside space. The management of the nursery and LEYF overall really understand and care about early years development. Would definitely recommend Stockwell Gardens nursery to any parent.
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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely brilliant! They are kind, caring and down to earth staff who go above and beyond for your child. The fun activities whilst also focusing on the educational side of development is so reassuring as a parent and our little boy has blossomed being there. We have so much trust in them to care
for him. They set a very high bar in nursery standards!
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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Stockwell Gardens is a lovely nursery. My two children have been very happy there, and the staff are always friendly, engaged and fun! They have a decent outdoor space for Central London, and good quality rooms and equipment inside. My only complaint is that the children prefer the food there to at
home.
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Review from M Z (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Stockwell Gardens Nursery. The staff are very caring and the food is delicious. Since our little boy started there his language, social and motor skills have developed enormously. We would recommend it to anyone.
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Review from R J (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with our child's experience at Stockwell Gardens. The staff are all caring and supportive, and our child has really come on in leaps and bounds since he started a year ago. We'd recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Samantha P (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An incredible level of care, warm welcomes, all the staff know my child’s name and address him as he walks past, play is involved and engaging and his language and movement have developed rapidly. A very special place filled with very special and skilled staff. Also hugely appreciate the quality of
the food he is fed - whole foods, home-cooked.
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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Stockwell Gardens Nursery has been amazing for my little girl. She has settled in really well and the staff are fantastic. They look after her with a lot of attention and affection. The manager is a great leader who is managing a great team. My son was at an earlier nursery managed by the same manager
and he only left for school. It was my great experience from there that I decided to send my daughter to Stockwell. The daily updates are prompt and accurate and I feel very at ease dropping my child. The activities that are set up are great and very stimulating for my daughter, the pictures show that! Would 100% recommend this setting to anyone thinking of a nursery for their children!
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Review from Tim C (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at the nursery since she was 12 months old. Leaving our baby girl with complete strangers was a really difficult time, but the staff were amazing. They allayed our anxiety and took excellent care of her. She took a few weeks to settle in, but now doesn't even turn around to say
bye when we drop her off. The children all seem really happy. And despite there being a room full of toddlers, it never seems out of control and you seldom hear or see crying. The staff seem to genuinely love the children. I've seen my daughter be comforted, cuddled and even kissed by the staff. I want my child to feel safe and loved. She has developed amazingly - her language, her physicality, her dexterity, her comprehension is far above other toddlers her age. The staff work hard to develop a range of activities such as sensory play, outdoor play, even smell activities. The chef is amazing. She eats so well and the food is fresh and healthy which was so important to us. Love LEFY!
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a fantastic team of staff, in a brilliant setting.
The team have been so supportive with our child, who potentially has some language delays. He is absolutely flourishing, and we're so grateful for his teachers' expertise, support and guidance.
To find a nursery with such great facilities has
been far beyond our expectations. Kitchen making the children's fresh meals on site, a large garden area with trikes and soft plan and sensory rooms, plus a really great light space for toddlers.
It's such peace of mind to know that each day our child happily wanders in with barely a backward glance at us, and comes home happy and a bit tired from all the fun!
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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Friendly, helpful and supportive with children and parents.
My child is learning and developing more things as I have seen more improvement in trying to make phrases.
I did not like it when taking children outside gardening, they did not change my child's shoes.
I’ve been told from day one to get
boots and a rain suit.
I do not see that they change, I bring my child home with muddy shoes and trousers.
I did inform them.
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Review from Eleanor J (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Stockwell Gardens! Our daughter's been there for a year and a half since she was one, my nephew's been going for a year, and before that, our son was there for nearly four years till he started school. The staff are all really caring and loving with the children; the activities they put on every
day are engaging and fun, and the equipment and garden are great for exploring; the staff carefully think through what each child needs for their development; the management and all the staff are great with parents and keep us really well informed with what's going on at the nursery and how to support our children's development; and the food is amazing! I couldn't want any more from the nursery.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined the nursery just over a year ago when she was under a year old. The staff in the baby room did a great job of helping her settle in. She has thrived at the nursery and has built up strong connections with the staff and the other babies/toddlers. The nursery has excellent facilities
and is well run and organised with a good level of communication with parents.
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Review from Evans O (Father of Child) published on 11 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started Stockwell Gardens in October 2021. The teachers were so welcoming towards myself and my wife and made us feel at ease leaving our baby at nursery for the first time.
It was so reassuring for us as first-time parents to know that our baby was being loved and cared for by such wonderful
teachers.
Our baby has made such progress and loves coming to nursery! Her face now lights up when she sees her teachers, and we couldn’t have asked for anything more as parents.
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Review from Justine J (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is attending Stockwell Garden Nursery, and she is really happy to come to nursery every morning. She has settled in really well, and the staff are very caring and nurturing towards the children. There is a really good partnership between the staff and the parents, and I always receive feedback
at the end of the day. The relationship between home and the nursery is excellent, and it really feels like being in a family. I will definitely recommend it to other parents.
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Review from Rebecca G (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would thoroughly recommend Stockwell Gardens Nursery. My children love it there and are truly nurtured. They have a wonderful space including a garden, they do interesting activities and have a fabulous menu. However, most of all, the staff are all excellent and the children all happy.
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Review from Brad M (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Stockwell Gardens Nursery. Our two boys both love their time at nursery and come home having learnt new skills and interacting with similar aged children. Highly recommend this nursery, with lovely staff and professional approach.
Reply from Monique Harris, Manager at Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much, Brad. We love having both boys here with us. It is a pleasure to see them grow and develop daily.
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Review from Sarah F (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and facilities are amazing. This nursery is so nurturing and loving, and our son absolutely loves it. The opportunity to learn, while also having fun is great, and we have seen our son transform under their care.
Reply from Monique Harris, Manager at Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much, Sarah. It has been a pleasure having your son here with us.
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Review from Lidiya A (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at the nursery in November and settled in very well and very quickly. I'm so pleased about how much he enjoys going to nursery and he is learning different things every day. The manager and the staff are very friendly and helpful, always with a smile and my son loves everyone. I'm really
sad to leave the nursery because of a change of circumstances, if it wasn't for that I would love for my son to stay. I hope everything will sort itself out and I can't wait for my son to go back.
I'm really happy that I chose this nursery. With love.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.897)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10 for Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 4.897 for Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (148 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 165 Ratings = 4.897
  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 Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School is based on 14 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 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 62 number of registered child places is 12.4, which has been reached with 14 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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Bhumika

Bhumika

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2015

Hello, my name is Bhumika and I'm the manager of Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School. I've been with LEYF for the past eight years, first as a deputy manager and for the last three years as a manager at Weir Link and Henry Fawcett nurseries. I love leading on pedagogy and practice and building a harmonious team around me.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School accepts?

Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School Open?

Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School have capacity for?

Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School has capacity for a total of 62 Children.

How far is Stockwell Gardens Nursery & Pre-School to the centre of London?

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

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