Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham

Ground Floor, St Paul's Church, St John's Hill, London SW11 1SH
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  • Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham, London
Abacus Ark Clapham Junction is a welcoming day nursery providing high-quality childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years.


Conveniently located close to Clapham Junction station, the nursery works closely with families to build strong partnerships and offers a settling-in period to support a smooth start. Government-funded childcare options are available for eligible families.

The curriculum provides a consistent framework from infancy through to preschool, helping children develop strong early learning foundations and preparing them for a smooth transition into school.

Daily life balances structured learning with free play, creativity, and social development. The nursery follows a largely all-inclusive approach, with fees covering daily care, age-appropriate learning activities, extracurricular sessions, essential baby care items such as nappies and wipes, and meals.

The nursery benefits from thoughtfully designed indoor learning spaces alongside a dedicated outdoor area, giving children daily opportunities for physical play, exploration, and outdoor learning.

Nutrition is an important part of the day, with children enjoying two freshly prepared hot meals.

Funding & Fees

Fees start from £934 per month.


Standard Day: 8am to 6:30pm
Extended Day: 7:30am to 6:30pm


Minimum 4 days attendance


Open Monday to Friday, 50 weeks per year, excluding bank holidays.
The nursery closes for two weeks during the Christmas and New Year period.

Our fees are transparent and all-inclusive, reflecting the high-quality care and nurturing environment we provide.


A settling-in period (5 Hours Free) is offered to support each child’s transition into nursery, with fees applying once regular sessions begin. We offer sibling discounts for families with more than one child attending and structure our fees evenly across the year to reflect nursery closure periods.


We accept government-funded childcare options for eligible families, including Tax-Free Childcare, as well as selected workplace nursery schemes and childcare vouchers.


Our fees include daily care from qualified, experienced staff, age-appropriate learning activities, extracurricular activities, essential baby care items such as nappies and wipes, and two freshly prepared hot meals each day from our food partner, Lune & Wild, created with nutritionists to support children’s development. Extended hours may be available upon request and at the discretion of the Nursery Manager.


Full fee details are available when you enquire.

Contact Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham to get a personalised quote.

Contact Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sarah (Babies) & Thania (Preschool) (Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 95

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 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

  • Bank Holidays & 2 weeks at Christmas

Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham Reviews (61)

9.9

Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham has 61 reviews.

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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since she was 6 months old and it has always been exceptional! The carers are the best I've encountered, really bonding with the children and showing outstanding care and attention. Activities are many and varied - from football to Spanish and drama. My little one
is so happy to be here every day.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.934)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10 for Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham 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 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.934 for Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham is calculated as follows: ( (271 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 288 Ratings = 4.934
  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 Abacus Ark Nursery School Clapham is based on 24 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 95 number of registered child places is 19, which has been reached with 24 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 (3)

Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Nursery Manager of Clapham Babies Joined: 2021

Sarah is the Nursery Manager at our Clapham Junction (Babies) setting and has been a valued member of the Abacus Ark team since 2021. She brings a strong passion for early years education alongside calm, confident leadership.


With extensive experience in early childhood development, Sarah is committed to creating a nurturing and inspiring environment where children feel safe, supported, and engaged in their learning each day. She leads her team with empathy and high standards, ensuring every child receives individualised care tailored to their needs.


Sarah is known for her warm and approachable nature, building strong, trusting relationships with both children and families. She works closely with parents to provide reassurance and consistency, supporting each child’s development both at nursery and at home.


She takes great pride in maintaining a positive, stimulating environment where children can grow socially, emotionally, and academically, and plays a key role in upholding the high standards of care and education at Abacus Ark.

Nayriane

Nayriane

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

Nayriane is a Deputy Manager at our Clapham Junction (Babies) setting and a highly experienced member of the Abacus Ark team. With over 13 years of experience in early years education, she brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to her role.


Her journey with Abacus Ark has seen her role evolve from Senior Key Teacher at our Maida Vale nursery to her current leadership position in Clapham Junction. She began her career in childcare through volunteering with an NGO, where she discovered her natural passion for supporting young children’s development.


Nayriane is known for her warm and nurturing approach, creating an environment where children feel secure, valued, and inspired to explore. She is passionate about supporting each child’s individual development, encouraging curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.


She also builds strong, trusting relationships with families, providing reassurance and support throughout their child’s early years journey. As Deputy Manager, Nayriane plays an important role in maintaining high standards of care and supporting her team to deliver a positive, enriching environment for every child.

Thania

Thania

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021

Thania is the Nursery Manager at our Clapham Junction Preschool and a valued member of the Abacus Ark team. Since joining in May 2022, she has brought a unique combination of warmth, creativity, and strong leadership to the nursery.


Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, Thania began her work with children in hotel kids’ clubs before going on to volunteer extensively with children with special educational needs and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. After moving to London in 2020, she transitioned into early years education, where she has continued to develop her passion for supporting young children.


Thania holds a Fine Art degree with a specialism in Theatre Studies, which is reflected in the creativity and imagination she brings into the learning environment. She is known for her calm, confident approach and her ability to create a nurturing and engaging atmosphere where children feel secure and inspired to learn.


As Nursery Manager, Thania leads her team with care and dedication, ensuring high standards of education and wellbeing across the setting. She builds strong relationships with both children and families, creating a supportive community where every child can thrive.

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