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Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

100 Old Woolwich Road, Greenwich, London SE10 9PN
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Amazing facilities, the space is literally wow when you walk through it.David M(Father of Child)
Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School, London
My son attends this wonderful nursery - I couldn't recommend it more highlyMike J(Father of Child)
Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School, London
Such a delightful nursery and pre-school. My granddaughter loves goingTanya R(Grandmother of Child)
Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School, London

Founded by parents with young children themselves, the nursery and preschool provides quality, loving care for all children, laying a foundation for lifelong learning.

They recognise the importance of balanced growth and provide many opportunities for mental, physical and emotional development through a wide variety of creative experiences.

Children are encouraged to learn, grow, and explore at their own speed, and to participate in activities that integrate their interests and strengths. A...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Sheila Cardoso(Head Teacher)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 69

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday08:00-18:00
  • Thursday08:00-18:00
  • Friday08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (73)

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Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.891) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School has 73 reviews.

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Review from Winnie B (Mother of Child) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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My three-year-old son has been attending this nursery for the past 18 months after we moved him from another setting.
The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive.
The team creates a stimulating and engaging environment by offering a wide variety of activities to support the children's learning and development. I also receive regular updates throughout the day via the nursery app, which keeps me informed about my son's activities and progress.
He especially enjoys the Spanish lessons and PE sessions, which have become highlights of his week! The nursery also organises daily outings to local museums, parks, and libraries, giving the children valuable opportunities to explore and learn beyond the classroom.
Since joining, I have noticed a remarkable improvement in my son's engagement, confidence, and overall development.

He is genuinely happy and thriving in this environment.

Reply from Charlie G, Nursery Support Team at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

Thank you for your review of Little Cubs. It's wonderful to hear how happy and engaged your son is, and the progress he's made since joining us. We're proud to create enriching opportunities and a nurturing environment where every child feels secure, inspired and able to flourish each day.

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Review from Jamie B (Father of Child) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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We're so glad we found Little Cubs Nursery. The team are exceptionally caring, energetic, and genuinely invested in every child's development. As SEND parents, we felt supported from day one. They don't have a one-size-fits-all approach - they get to know your child and adjust things as needed. This has helped our son thrive, and their commitment to inclusion and community is fantastic. Communication is excellent, feedback is always acted on, and we love the app - messaging, news, and the photo observations are highlights of our day. A lot of thought goes into the various activities and celebrations, and it's lovely to see the children learn about different cultures. While there isn't a huge outdoor space, the location is perfect for riverside walks, the Park, the library, and the Museum. The Grandir group the nursery is part of seems very well organised too, and the parent relationship manager has been great. We couldn't recommend Little Cubs more highly.

Reply from Charlie G, Nursery Support Team at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

Thank you for your review of Little Cubs. It's wonderful to hear how supported you've felt and how well your son is progressing with an approach that recognises his individual needs. Taking the time to truly understand each child and work closely with families helps build confidence, inclusion and...  

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Review from Wassim Z (Father of Child) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our best nursery by far, have tried a few around our in area in Greenwich and the others dont compare in terms of personal connection. Our little one feels that they are going to their second home. Great leadership by the Head of the Nursery Sheila and Room Head Hannah, they always greet us with a smile and our little one (and our elder before going to school) always feels welcomed and loved. It is such a joy and relief to feel your kids are safe and cared for when you are at work. The team also provide valuable feedback and areas for improvement and are always honest and open. In terms if activities, it is always something new and our little one is always excited to go and explore. They also focus a lot on outdoors, when the weather permits to give them a great experience

Reply from Charlie G, Nursery Support Team at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

Thank you for your review of Little Cubs. It's lovely to hear how at home your children feel with us. Strong, genuine relationships and a welcoming atmosphere play such an important role in helping children feel secure, confident and ready to explore and learn. We're proud to provide a supportive...  

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Review from Janice H (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at the Little Cubs Greenwich for almost 2.5 years, from baby room all the way to pre-school class now. The staff has been very warm and caring, and know the children very well. It was anxious to start placing my son in strangers' hands, but their care has been very assuring. He has lots of great time and grow very independently and confidently in the environment. The activities are fun and engaging, and challenging them in an appropriate way. The staff are like family together and we feel very well taken care of from them. Truly appreciate everything that the nursery did for us.

Reply from Charlie G, Nursery Support Team at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

Thank you for your review of Little Cubs Greenwich. We are so pleased to hear how positive your experience has been over the past few years and how your son has grown in confidence and independence during his time with us. Building strong, trusting relationships with children and families is so...  

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Review from Isabel B (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich for almost two and a half years, and we've had such a great experience that our youngest will be starting soon too! The staff are so warm and caring-they really get to know the children and make them feel supported and happy.
The activities they create for the children are fun and engaging, and I've seen my little boy grow in confidence, make friends, and develop very quickly. Communication is great, we get lots of updates through the day so we know what he is up to and I always feel reassured that he's having a wonderful time.

It's a lovely nursery with a real family feel, and I'd happily recommend it to anyone looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their little one.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been in the baby room since he was 6 months old, and he's now nearly 1. I can't say how amazing it's been to find LCA and have them as part of his life. I was really anxious about going back full time, had a lot of mum guilt and the whole team from the outset have loved him and looked after him so well that we've never looked back. Every day when I drop him off he's so happy to see the team and I can see how much all the kids are adored.The app they use is updated brilliantly and we get to see all the amazing things he's up to, most of which I would never do at home even if I was a full time mum! I can see how good the environment has been for his development and how much love and care all the babies get. The reality of so many parents now is we can't be with our kids as much as we'd like, so knowing they have the best care means the world.

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Review from Josephine C (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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I found searching for a nursery for my eldest daughter so overwhelming. The moment I spoke with the owners of Little Cubs Academy I knew this was our nursery. They were so supportive in answering all my questions and offered such a holistic approach to child care. My eldest ended up being diagnosed with autism whilst at Little Cubs, but even before she had her diagnosis, they went above and beyond to not only support her and personalise her learning, but they supported the other children in understanding why she might not join in with something or why she wasn't talking. We had meetings to update me on her progress. They were a huge part in getting her funding and an EHCP so that when she left and went onto school she would have the support she needed. They helped her become such a confident little girl. Sending my younger daughter there was a no-brainer. She is absolutely thriving there and it's nice to have confidence and peace knowing she has a wonderful day every time she goes!

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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't have asked for a better experience at Little Cubs. Our child started at 12 months in bears where the room staff were amazing helping him and us settle in and work on some of his early milestones. He is now 2.5 and goes so happily into nursery everyday and comes home talking about his friends and the staff and what he's done that day. At home he role plays his favourite nursery activities like circle time and helpers of the day. The staff are wonderful, so knowledgeable about child development, very kind and caring and they create and impressively calm environment with lots of fun and learning. There are lots of outings to the park and local sights. A very special place.

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Review from Mireia M (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started at Little Cubs Academy when she was 18 months and she's going there very happy single morning. The teachers have been amazing and care so much about the kids. We really appreciate the time they take at the end of the day explaining what she's done and how she's been. They set up different activities every day and they learn by playing - we get regular updates throughout the day with many pictures and small reports, observations and milestones' achievement.

We also have 1-to-1 sessions once a year but you can always approach the teacher if you want to have a 1-to-1 conversation if there is something that concerns you. They also do lots of outings to the library, the museum, the playground, the local park, and the riverside. They also go out on half-day trips (older kids: 2yr-4yr): boats and visit the London landmarks, taking the bus to nearby towns, the local farm and a trip on the cable car. We would 100% recommend it to anyone.

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Review from N L (Father of Child) published on 3 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Little Cubs Academy has been an incredible part of our daughter's early years, shaping her growth and development from the Bears group through preschool. The staff's dedication, professionalism, and warmth create an environment where children thrive.
Activities are thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, from themed arts and crafts to outside adventures. The outings are equally exceptional, including visits to the local farms and the museums that broaden horizons. These experiences have fostered our daughter's confidence, creativity, and love for learning.
Little Cubs Academy's holistic approach prioritizes both cognitive and emotional development, with tailored teaching that recognizes each child's unique needs. Communication with parents is excellent! Celebrations of milestones, from daily recognitions to larger observations, make every child feel special.

As we reflect on our journey, we are deeply grateful to Little Cubs Academy for their outstanding commitment to our daughter's success.

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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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Overall we have had a very positive experience. Found the nursery through a local mother and baby social media group, as there were a few parents who had children enrolled there. Great communication, curriculum, and activities. We love that they spend a lot of time outside, visit the library, and do another trip out.

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Review from Amelia D (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at Little Cubs since she was 11 months old and I can honestly say there hasn't been a single negative experience since she's been attending.
The staff have been fantastic throughout each stage of my daughter's progression. The communication between the staff and parents is fantastic with regular updates throughout the day and thorough observations of milestones and achievements.

Most importantly my little girl has thrived and always leaves her setting having had a lovely day with her friends and carers. The bar has been set very high, we will be very sad when we have to move to primary school but I know for sure she will be very well prepared!

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Review from D K (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am truly so happy with the Little Cubs Nursery and would recommend it to anyone. It is relatively small, so I feel like I know all the teachers which makes it very familiar for both me and my two children. They always take the time for an extensive handover at the end of the day and leave room for questions. I also love that they regularly go out to the park, playground, museum or library. Every morning new activities are set up very nicely, with a good balance between playing and learning. As a parent, we get regular updates throughout the day, with lots of pictures and small reports of observations.

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Review from T A (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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A fabulous place that really stands out amongst many of the options in Greenwich. We chose it because it is one of the few that are family-owned. We were very happy with our decision and would not hesitate to recommend.

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Review from P S (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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My child spent many happy years of their life at the nursery. He made many friends, and the parent community was wonderful. Moving from overseas was challenging, as we had to start afresh, but we had nothing to worry about. The nursery set him up for school, where he continues to flourish. Thanks, Little Cubs Academy!

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Review from V V (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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Choosing this nursery for our daughter was certainly a great decision. We were in awe of how much my little girl flourished and grew to love the daily day trips and her key workers. Another highlight was the open and prompt communication throughout her time there. The updates on her daily activities were constant and we truly felt included in her routine. We only left because we had to change neighbourhoods, but I would definitely have stayed if that was an option. Massive thanks to the staff for the incredible work that you do.

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Review from M A (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery, the staff is very caring and helpful. I can track the daily development of my child, see pictures, know that he is eating and quantity. I also received artwork done by my little one to keep them as memories.

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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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A wonderful nursery! Our son was moved from another nursery before he joined Little Cubs and the difference was like night and day. Can not recommend the team, the care, the curriculum and the trips any more.

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Review from I S (Father of Child) published on 26 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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First of all I want to highlight that the room team is pretty great, they do ensure that children are active and safe. There are a few things that did not work well for us and probably could be improved:
_[1]_ We had only a few days of settling period and it was quite tough for our toddler. Our request to extend the settling period has been refused and there are not a lot of opportunities for mums to spend some extra time with the kid inside the nursery.
_[2]_ Nursery has a lot of marketing on the website about outdoor activities and nature. Unfortunately we had only a couple of hours in the park/playground every other day. Sometimes outdoor activities were cancelled due to bad weather. This was a bummer for us, taking into account that nursery has quite a modest 'outdoor-ish area' and is located near stone interior production facilities.

_[3]_ We stopped attending nursery after three months (April-June) and we've been charged for +1.5 month notice that we have not attended. Ouch.

Reply from M.L.C, Parent Relationship Manager at Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

We are delighted to have received the feedback that you provided, 'the room team was pretty great', 'it was wonderful to have the team take care' of your son.- We have no record from you, requesting an extended settling-in period. We always endeavour to do what we can to accommodate individual...  

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Review from M E (Father of Child) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started Little Cubs at a fairly early age - 5 months - so we were naturally very nervous, however very quickly we discovered not only that the nursery was a fantastic place for her to spend her days and develop her personality, but also that quite soon after starting, she practically begged to be handed over (though she was naturally very happy to see us at pick up!) She has developed into a really kind and sharing, caring sort and it's in no small part due to the atmosphere at Little Cubs. We were kept very much informed of all her activities via the app, with lots of lovely photos to make it feel like we weren't missing anything, which was super to see as it helped us also choose complementary activities for her at home.

We also loved seeing the food that was prepared for the children and the - frankly amazing - menu that varied with the seasons. I think you'd find it hard to find better nutrition for your kid than here.

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    Grandir UK offers employment options designed for today’s childcare professionals. Grandir UK has launched GrandFlex, a suite of flexible working options designed to empower childcare professionals with greater control over...

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Sheila Cardoso
Sheila CardosoJob Title:Head Teacher

The staffing team is led by Head Teacher Sheila Cardoso. As a graduate of Childhood and Youth Studies, Sheila has a secure understanding and grounding in an educational curriculum that spans the entire age range of early years. She leads with emotional intelligence by creating an atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging, safe, and adaptive to each child’s individual needs. Sheila very much enjoys working in partnership with her team to ensure our nursery in Greenwich delivers outstanding practice on a day-to-day basis.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School accepts?

Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School Open?

Little Cubs Academy Greenwich 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 Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School have capacity for?

Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School has capacity for a total of 69 Children.

How far is Little Cubs Academy Greenwich Nursery & Pre-School to the centre of London?

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

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