Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road

12-14 Durham Road, London SW20 0TW
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  • Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road, London
Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool in Durham Road, Raynes Park is proudly rated Good by Ofsted (November 2024). They provide full-day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a safe, home-from-home setting close to Raynes Park station. Their all-weather garden, nutritious chef-prepared meals, and engaging extra-curriculars—such as Forest School, Early Years PE, Boogie Mites and Teddy Tennis—enhance every child’s Early Years journey. Their curriculum blends structured and exploratory learning, inspired by the Curiosity Approach, to nurture confident, independent learners. A dedicated SENCo ensures inclusive support for children with SEND. Dicky Birds works in close partnership with families, offering home learning resources, a lending library and regular updates through the Famly app. With excellent facilities, community links and a warm, welcoming team, they create a nurturing environment where children flourish.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lisa & Sian (Managers)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 45

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • To find out our fees guide and more information, please speak to our helpful customer service team any time between 8.30 am – 6.30 pm, send us an email or visit our website.

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 & Christmas

Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road Reviews (61)

9.5

Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.454) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road has 61 reviews.

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl joined in January and it has been a pleasure to be able to drop her off at nursery and feel confident that she is well looked after and cared for. This is not just by her key person or the team that runs her room (who are all amazing) but by pretty much every member of staff that she
has spent time with or come into contact with. You couldn’t ask for much more when leaving your little one in the care of others.
My only ask would be for a sugar-free cereal or porridge/muesli or yoghurt and fruit options to also be available alongside the current breakfast choices, please.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery; it is very much appreciated. Your feedback will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from Kelly C (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our sons have attended this nursery, and we couldn’t be happier with the care they have and are receiving.
The staff are all fantastic, and I feel selected because they hold the values and standards of the nursery.
The structure of the day means the children get to have continued fun and education
with a variety of activities, plus the added bonus of outdoor space.
The meals are healthy and nutritious.
The facilities are clean and safe with additional risk assessments carried out.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery; it is very much appreciated. Your comments will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from T K (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There is an excellent team of staff. The content of the day involves engaging activities. There is good communication from the management on any day to day updates as well as planned activities/themes. Most importantly the children love it.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery; it is very much appreciated. Your comments will be passed on to the nursery management team.
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Review from Selina W (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Dicky Birds for over 2 years and my daughter started in October 2021 as a 10-month-old baby. The atmosphere throughout the nursery is bright and friendly. Every member of staff is approachable and the management team are very hands on. I honestly could not fault anything the Durham
Road nursery does. My son has flourished so much under their care and my daughter absolutely loves it there. The staff will call you during the day if they need to update you and anything I have asked for or requested has always been taken on board and acted on promptly.
The staff in both my children's rooms are amazing. Each member of staff has such a brilliant relationship with my daughter in the baby room and I feel so confident with her in their care. The daily feedback received is insightful and a delight to hear. My son can be "shy" and "emotional" at times and his key worker and room leader have also provided such support and help with him. We would definitely highly recommend.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review your nursery, it is very much appreciated. Your comments will be passed on to your nursery management team.
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Extremely professional, kind, understanding and knowledgeable staff. My child is happy here and it’s clear she is learning and enjoying herself while her language skills and confidence have grown. I feel confident that my child is being really well looked after in this nurturing environment and being
given plenty of opportunities.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated and has been passed on to the nursery.
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Review from J F (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are all incredibly friendly and engaged. They are attentive and responsive to the children’s needs. They set up fun and interactive activities on a regular basis. The food provided is also fantastic.
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated.
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Review from S P (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been visiting my daughter for an extended visit and helping with the daily care of my grandson, including dropping him off and collecting him from nursery. I must say every day I am blown away!
The teachers are so friendly and helpful, always greeting us and asking us how we are whilst we get
settled and ready for breakfast. My grandson is always so excited to come into the nursery and see the teachers in his room.
The nursery has a welcoming and homely feel to it and always looks exciting.
It has been wonderful seeing you all for the last two months and thank you for taking such good care of all the children, especially my grandson!
Reply from Jessica Lawrence, Marketing Executive at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. It is very much appreciated.
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Review from Anna H (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love the nursery, the staff are all so friendly and helpful and really care about the children’s welfare throughout the pandemic. One thing that could be improved during the pandemic would be some form of video of the children in their classroom as we can’t now go in. Just to see their environment.
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Review from Marion B (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, I am really satisfied with Dicky Birds. My children are happy there. I can see a few things where improvements would be welcomed where possible. It has been a bit frustrating not being able to go in the nursery and see the little ones in their room with the pandemic and it would be good to
be able to go back when the rules ease. The "parents evening" once every 6 months doesn't either enable regular communication with the team. So overall, I find it difficult to work collaboratively with the team on the individual challenges that little ones can have. For example, my son happens to be a very shy boy and needs a lot of support to build his confidence when meeting new adults and kids. I don't feel that I can share and exchange with the team enough on that subject that is really important for his future.
Another area of improvement that I see would be the diet. Some meals have multiple carbohydrates (peas, rice and corn can be in one meal sometimes). Though overall really good.
Reply from Natali O'Farrell, Administration Manager at Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road
Thank you for your feedback we are delighted that your children are enjoying nursery with us. As rules have now eased we hope you have enjoyed popping back into the nursery for drop-offs and pickups.…read more
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Review from Jo (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dicky Birds are amazing and my daughter is so happy there. The staff are very caring and have helped her to develop really well. They have handled the last year brilliantly, keeping us informed and making changes early.
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Review from Neringa (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has started attending Dicky Birds nursery when he was 2 years and 6 months and staff are very caring and do various indoor and outdoor educational activities. I was very happy to observe that my son has developed great confidence, excellent social skills and loves reading books and is started
recognising numbers as well.
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Review from B F (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've sent both of our children to Dicky Birds and think it's a great nursery. The staff are fabulous, the setting and care is top-notch, great activities and the kids are always happy to go. We've recommended it to friends in the area.
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Review from Heidi H (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have loved Dicky Birds- my son will have been there for 2 years by the time he goes to school this September '21 and it's just been a joy!


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- The process was very well handled when we transitioned from his previous nursery and from the start we felt very lucky to have found

such a great setting for him.
- We initially had him in 3 days but they found space for 4 days when we requested this- and flexible to changing the 'off day'.
- I found the team to be very tactile and hands-on, keen to show love and understanding of the variant needs of the kids (confirmed by speaking to other parents).
- The handling of the pandemic has been exemplary, with lots of communication and support and guidance throughout - plus no forced fees when the kids couldn't attend!
- Small outside space but lots of outdoor excursions/ adventures.
- My son talks so highly of all his teachers and pals.


I have absolutely no hesitation recommending Dicky Birds Raynes Park!

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Review from Jacob P (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely friendly atmosphere, with helpful staff. Our child loves attending the nursery, making friends and undertaking numerous daily activities. The menu is very healthy. We especially like the feedback form that we receive every day to better understand what our son has been doing each day.
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Review from David H (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Most important to us is that our 2 & 1/2 year old absolutely loves going to nursery! He goes four days a week and has the best time! We sent his big brother there as well and he also had a fantastic time. The staff are brilliant, so caring and loving towards the children and there's a clear curriculum
that we are regularly kept up to date with. Even during the past 12 months, the staff have made sure that parents are kept informed on what's going on in the nursery.
Highly recommended and we will be sad when our little boy has to leave!
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Review from Lewis A (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery. Our daughter loved it and was cared for superbly. The staff are amazing and create a very trusting and caring atmosphere. We would have no hesitation in recommending to others looking for a nursery.
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Review from Mary B (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child has attended Dicky Birds for 2 years and has thrived in their care. The staff are friendly and caring, even more so over the last 12 months of the pandemic where we have been lucky enough for our child to feel safe every day at nursery. There is a great balance of fun and structured time,
where games incorporate reading and writing from a young age. I would highly recommend Dicky Birds to anyone who is considering it.
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Review from Kellie H (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My youngest daughter is currently in the baby room at Raynes Park and we couldn’t be happier with the nursery. Everyone connected with the nursery is great - from the waiting list coordinators in head office down to the key workers within the nursery itself. The nursery has adapted well to Covid - moving
drop off and collection outside but you still get a chance to interact with staff and find out about your little one's day. I’d recommend Dicky Birds to all of my friends - but if you want to get in - put your name on the waiting list as soon as possible as it’s very busy!
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Review from Cecilia R (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Dicky Birds, our daughter has been part of the nest for almost 3 years now. Friendly staff and dedicated teachers, always following our child very closely. Management have always been really helpful and reachable.
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Review from Matthew R (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A super nursery with genuinely caring staff and a stimulating environment for children. My son loves attending and the care and interest of the staff in all the children is evident every time you speak to them. My son's language and social interaction skills have developed brilliantly since attending.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.454)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.454) out of 10 for Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 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 4.604 for Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road is calculated as follows: ( (166 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (21 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 225 Ratings = 4.604
  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 4.85 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Raynes Park, Durham Road is based on 17 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.85
  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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Lisa

Lisa

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Lisa, originally from Ireland, began her career as a beauty therapist before discovering a passion for Early Years education. She moved to London in 2011 and joined Dicky Birds, progressing from nursery practitioner to Nursery Manager. Lisa holds a BA in Early Childhood Studies and is committed to ongoing training and development. She finds great reward in seeing children grow and thrive during their time at nursery.

Sian

Sian

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Sian has a level 3 certificate in Childcare and Education and has been at Dicky Birds for eight years, working across all age groups. Sian enjoys working alongside parents, helping the children to become confident and school ready.

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