Funky Owls Nursery is situated in the heart of Colliers Wood, just a stone's throw from the underground and local bus routes, making the setting the perfect choice for busy working parents. Behind their doors, you will find a beautifully sustainable, natural environment, where children are excited to learn, and practitioners are excited to teach.
At the same time, nestled amongst the Wandle Park, Colliers Wood Recreation Ground, and on the...
Funky Owls Nursery is situated in the heart of Colliers Wood, just a stone's throw from the underground and local bus routes, making the setting the perfect choice for busy working parents. Behind their doors, you will find a beautifully sustainable, natural environment, where children are excited to learn, and practitioners are excited to teach.
At the same time, nestled amongst the Wandle Park, Colliers Wood Recreation Ground, and on the doorstep of Merton Abbey Mills, there is an abundance of opportunities for children to extend their learning beyond the setting on their daily excursions. The team believe children should have the opportunity to explore their local surroundings and be involved in their local community.
Funky Owls Nursery's ethos is to follow each child's lead to enhance their learning, so they can become their best self.
The rooms are set up as follows:
Yews (3mth – approx. 18mth/ walking)
Sycamores (approx. 18mth – 2yrs)
Willows (2yr – 3yr)
Chestnuts (3yr - school)
Funky Owls Nursery is open 7.30 - 18.00, Monday - Friday, closing for all public Bank Holidays, and 5 staff training days per year.
Funky Owls Nursery benefits from an onsite kitchen, where fresh food is prepared daily by their qualified Early Years Nursery Chef; they do not buy in ready meals from an external supplier.
Funky Owls Nursery uses EYLog, an app for smartphones which provides you with all the details about your child’s day including sleep times, nappies and meals/ amount they have eaten. Each day you will receive an observation – either a photograph or video – of an activity they have particularly enjoyed.
Almost every month, parents will be invited to attend themed events, where families have the opportunity to spend more time with the wonderful team and get to know others.
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Type of Service
Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all year
Full days available
Yes
Half day sessions offered
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Owner
Funky Owls Nursery
Private Owned
Person in charge
Sharon Lee (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
30
Total Places for Children
65
Age Range
from 0 years 3 months
to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
Monday07:30-18:00
Tuesday07:30-18:00
Wednesday07:30-18:00
Thursday07:30-18:00
Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
Bank Holidays
Parking
Funky Owls Nursery does not offer any parking; visitors can park in the Tesco Petrol station opposite the nursery for 30 minutes. Other parking can be found in surrounding streets, payable via Ringo.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.594) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood has 32 reviews.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We are only in our 3rd week for Funky Owls but so far have been really impressed by the quality of care provided for our daughter. The staff have been brilliant and earned our trust in them quickly and the range of activities meals etc appears to be good. They don't have outdoor space but this...
We are only in our 3rd week for Funky Owls but so far have been really impressed by the quality of care provided for our daughter. The staff have been brilliant and earned our trust in them quickly and the range of activities meals etc appears to be good. They don't have outdoor space but this seems to be made up with excursions on a daily basis.
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you for your lovely feedback. It has been a pleasure welcoming you to the Funky Owls Family.
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Review from B F (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter started at Funky Owls a couple of months ago and we're really happy with it so far. She seems well taken care of and enjoys going there in the mornings which makes drop-off easy. We appreciate the daily updates and it's great to see her engaging in lots of activities throughout the day.
My daughter started at Funky Owls a couple of months ago and we're really happy with it so far. She seems well taken care of and enjoys going there in the mornings which makes drop-off easy. We appreciate the daily updates and it's great to see her engaging in lots of activities throughout the day.
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Review from Danielle W (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our daughter has been attending Funky Owls for 2 months now, settling in was a smooth process and all the staff are, and have been lovely. We were invited to the cafe next door which was a lovely touch whilst our daughter had some time in her room without us.
2 months in and the smiles and...
Our daughter has been attending Funky Owls for 2 months now, settling in was a smooth process and all the staff are, and have been lovely. We were invited to the cafe next door which was a lovely touch whilst our daughter had some time in her room without us.
2 months in and the smiles and excitement at drop off are so warming. She really gets excited to go to nursery. Our daughter has developed so much in the short time she's been attending Funky Owls and I'm excited to hear more songs which she's learnt before bed!
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you, for the lovely comments. I have no doubt your feedback will put a smile on the team's faces. I'm so pleased to hear our intent with the coffee shop voucher is something parents are enjoying, settling time is a huge milestone for each family.
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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My little one is so happy going to Nursery and I can see from pick-up the other children feel the same way. From the reports we get and what we hear from the staff, the children have a range of activities every day. Feedback is really important to the management team and all concerns raised at...
My little one is so happy going to Nursery and I can see from pick-up the other children feel the same way. From the reports we get and what we hear from the staff, the children have a range of activities every day. Feedback is really important to the management team and all concerns raised at parent meetings have been addressed. Super happy with this nursery and the staff are doing such a wonderful job. Thank you!
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you for your review. It is our pleasure to hear your valuable feedback.
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Review from M P (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We have been with Funky Owls for a little over one year, since our daughter was 8 months old. We noticed how fast she developed from the very first week. I appreciate the constant feedback about her day and every time she displays a new behaviour or skill. We've had some disagreements at one point,...
We have been with Funky Owls for a little over one year, since our daughter was 8 months old. We noticed how fast she developed from the very first week. I appreciate the constant feedback about her day and every time she displays a new behaviour or skill. We've had some disagreements at one point, but they were satisfactorily handled by the nursery's management, bringing our trust in their jobs to become even higher. Above all, the excitement our daughter shows at every drop-off gets us very happy and it soothes our hearts that she's being taken care well at Funky Owls.
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your review. We are always happy to hear when parents and families are pleased with the nursery's response on matters.
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Review from B O (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our little one has been attending Funky Owls since she turned 9 months old, she is now 2 and loves attending. She is always when she is dropped off. We have found all the staff from management to the nursery practitioners supportive, helpful, caring and friendly.
Communication is very good. We are...
Our little one has been attending Funky Owls since she turned 9 months old, she is now 2 and loves attending. She is always when she is dropped off. We have found all the staff from management to the nursery practitioners supportive, helpful, caring and friendly.
Communication is very good. We are told how our little one's day has been and what she has been up to at every pick-up, followed by a daily report via an app. And management also send out weekly newsletters. The nursery provides nappies and all meals and they also have a chef on-site, so the quality of food is always good and there is a varied menu. The only downside is they don't have an on-site outside space but this is made up by taking the children out at least once a day for walks and trips. I definitely recommend Funky Owls Nursery.
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you for the lovely words. I must say, we love the excitement each morning, during drop off.
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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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From the very beginning, we have been thoroughly impressed with Funky Owls. The nursery provides us (the parents) with confidence that our child is truly nurtured. Over the years, we have seen our child grow up to be a beautiful individual and we attribute this to the amazing teachers at Funky...
From the very beginning, we have been thoroughly impressed with Funky Owls. The nursery provides us (the parents) with confidence that our child is truly nurtured. Over the years, we have seen our child grow up to be a beautiful individual and we attribute this to the amazing teachers at Funky Owls. the staff managing the nursery also provides a very good supporting role.
Funky Owls feels like a family unit, where everyone truly cares about the children. Along with the creative activities, music and yoga classes. The children also venture out to experience the outdoors.
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you for sharing your review with us and the community. We are so grateful for your kind words.
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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Our eldest started her Funky Owl journey when she was 1 year old. It always seems like a daunting task, starting nursery after your baby has been at home but it was such a smooth transition and I quickly saw just how positive this environment was for our daughter. The staff are nurturing and...
Our eldest started her Funky Owl journey when she was 1 year old. It always seems like a daunting task, starting nursery after your baby has been at home but it was such a smooth transition and I quickly saw just how positive this environment was for our daughter. The staff are nurturing and supportive, the communications are excellent and the little extras along the way are very special. At first, I was hesitant about the lack of outside space but then I realised it was actually a perk because it meant they took the kids out every day, sometimes twice a day on exciting trips like the local farm, the fire station and numerous parks (rather than just relying on a small piece of turf). The food is also excellent! When it came to enrolling our second, it was a no-brainer that it was going to be Funky Owl once again.
↩Reply from Rahima Begum, Deputy Manager at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure having you join Funky Owls for the second time.
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Review from Melissa M (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024 Submitted via Website•
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We couldn't have asked for a better setting for our twin boys. The team at Funky Owls were fantastic, and the boys loved going there. They had an outing every day and always came home tired out and ready for bed! The chef prepared some great meals for them - I’d often be jealous of the menu myself!...
We couldn't have asked for a better setting for our twin boys. The team at Funky Owls were fantastic, and the boys loved going there. They had an outing every day and always came home tired out and ready for bed! The chef prepared some great meals for them - I’d often be jealous of the menu myself! The staff all seemed to love working there, and we were always happy with the boy's key workers. We’ve just signed up our one-week-old baby to start next year! Highly recommend.
↩Reply from Emily Blakemore, Director at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you so much, Melissa, for such a wonderful review. We miss the boys so much! But can't wait for number three to join the Funky Owls family next year.
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Review from C K (Father of Child) published on 7 February 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Our eldest child was enrolled at Funky Owls Nursery from the age of 8 months until 2 and a 1/2 years old. The dedicated staff consistently provided exceptional care, ensuring our little one always emerged with a beaming smile from the day's enjoyable activities. Despite lacking a private outdoor...
Our eldest child was enrolled at Funky Owls Nursery from the age of 8 months until 2 and a 1/2 years old. The dedicated staff consistently provided exceptional care, ensuring our little one always emerged with a beaming smile from the day's enjoyable activities. Despite lacking a private outdoor space, the absence allowed for more exciting adventures exploring local parks, farms, and playgrounds on a daily basis. The regular updates, complete with photos and videos, kept us involved in their daily experiences. I wholeheartedly recommend Funky Owls to any parents contemplating it for their children!
↩Reply from Emily Blakemore, Director at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thank you so much for the lovely review! Wishing the family all the very best in your exciting new adventures ahead. From all the team at Funky Owls Nursery
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Review from Lucy G (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Both of my boys attended Funky Owls Nursery from 1 year old through to reception age! The staff were amazing and took such great care of them. They always came out with a big smile and were exhausted from all the fun activities they had done that day.
While they didn’t have a private outdoor...
Both of my boys attended Funky Owls Nursery from 1 year old through to reception age! The staff were amazing and took such great care of them. They always came out with a big smile and were exhausted from all the fun activities they had done that day. While they didn’t have a private outdoor space, it meant they had more adventures exploring parks, farms and playgrounds daily. I loved getting updates throughout the day with photos/videos and updates on what they were doing, and at the end, there was an opportunity to buy a book with all the memories and photos.
I’d highly recommend Funky Owls for any parents who are considering it for their kids!
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Review from Jane W (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Both our boys attended Funky Owls until we moved out of the area - we were there for over 3 years with our eldest starting just after the first lockdown until preschool graduation in Aug 2023.
The staff were all friendly and professional, and it feels like management cares about their wellbeing....
Both our boys attended Funky Owls until we moved out of the area - we were there for over 3 years with our eldest starting just after the first lockdown until preschool graduation in Aug 2023.
The staff were all friendly and professional, and it feels like management cares about their wellbeing. Somehow the chef managed to get my son to eat his veg and it is a testament to Funky Owls that he was so well prepared to start school, even as a newbie. While there's no external space, I think that it's a positive as the children were able to explore a range of outdoor areas nearby. Sadly my youngest now has a small outdoor space in his current nursery and they never go anywhere! Great communication throughout the day with the app with plenty of photos. The price is comparable to others nearby. Funky Owls hosted lots of events throughout the year which was a great way to also meet other parents. My eldest dearly misses the nursery and still talks very fondly of his time there and the friends he has made. All round a fab nursery!
↩Reply from Emily and Zuzanna, Directors at Funky Owls Nursery Colliers Wood
Thanks so much for your kind words, Jane! The boys are dearly missed and we do hope they are thriving in school and nursery. With our best wishes to all the family, The Funky Owls Team
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Meet the Team (7)
Zuzanna Czochralska-SzczygielJob Title DirectorJoined 2010
Zuzanna founded Funky Owls Nursery in July 2013 and is responsible for implementing the nursery's childcare provision. She describes herself as, "A...
Zuzanna founded Funky Owls Nursery in July 2013 and is responsible for implementing the nursery's childcare provision. She describes herself as, "A snowboarding instructor with a passion for childcare, a love of books, a fondness for coffee with a huge attachment to family."
What makes her happy? "Snow"
What makes her unhappy? "People misspelling my name!"
Favourite quote: "You must be the change you wish to see in the world’’ Ghandi
Emily BlakemoreJob Title DirectorJoined 2016
Emily partnered with Zuzanna in 2016 as a Co-Director, responsible for finance and business development. She describes herself as, "A mum of 4, with...
Emily partnered with Zuzanna in 2016 as a Co-Director, responsible for finance and business development. She describes herself as, "A mum of 4, with an addiction to coffee, WhatsApp and Netflix, dreaming of a few moments of peace."
What makes her happy? "Sleeping children"
What makes her unhappy? "An empty wine rack!"
Favourite quote: "The best way to predict your future, is to create it" Abraham Lincoln
Sharon LeeJob Title ManagerJoined 2022
Sharon joined Funky Owls Nursery in June 2022 as Nursery Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting. She describes herself...
Sharon joined Funky Owls Nursery in June 2022 as Nursery Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting. She describes herself as, "a calm and organised person who loves long walks in the woodlands and spending time with family."
What makes her happy? "a good cup of coffee"
What makes her unhappy? "unkindness and intolerance"
My favourite quote: "Live purely in the moment on a rampage of appreciation" Wayne Dyer
Rahima BegumJob Title Deputy ManagerJoined 2022
Rahima joined Funky Owls Nursery in April 2022 as Deputy Manager and is responsible for supporting the Management team in the day-to-day running of...
Rahima joined Funky Owls Nursery in April 2022 as Deputy Manager and is responsible for supporting the Management team in the day-to-day running of the setting. She describes herself as, "someone with a vision and goal that’s looking to learn and grow. Counting myself lucky to be able to add more unique experiences to my journey."
What makes her happy? "travelling around the world"
What makes her unhappy? "nice shoes, not being available in size 3 at all times"
Favourite quote: "If plan A doesn’t work, the alphabet has 25 more letters" Claire Cook
Originally from New Zealand, Joanne joined us in July 2023 as a Level 3 practitioner and was promoted to Yews Room Leader in February 2024. She...
Originally from New Zealand, Joanne joined us in July 2023 as a Level 3 practitioner and was promoted to Yews Room Leader in February 2024. She describes herself as "kind, empathic, keen to travel the world, and see and learn new things."
What makes her happy? "Seeing and spending time with my family and friends"
What makes her unhappy? "Waking up early"
Favourite quote: "Carpe diem – Seize the day" Horace
Federica SollazzoJob Title Under 2s ManagerJoined 2014
Federica is one of our longest-standing members of the team, joining Funky Owls Nursery back in 2014. After a year in a different setting in 2018,...
Federica is one of our longest-standing members of the team, joining Funky Owls Nursery back in 2014. After a year in a different setting in 2018, she rejoined the company in May 2019. She describes herself as, "An enthusiastic traveller, with a passion for exploring new places and looking for the next adventure."
What makes her happy? "Knowing I've always tried my best"
What makes her unhappy? "Selfish or arrogant people"
Favourite quote: "The most worthwhile thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others" Baden Powell
Vanessa WilloughbyJob Title Willows Manager (2yrs - 3yrs)Joined 2021
Vanessa joined Funky Owls Nursery in April 2021 as an Early Years Educator in preschool, before being promoted to Room Leader of Willows (age 2-3) in...
Vanessa joined Funky Owls Nursery in April 2021 as an Early Years Educator in preschool, before being promoted to Room Leader of Willows (age 2-3) in November 2021. She describes herself as, "Fun, loud and silly; making me perfect for looking after fun, loud and silly children!"
What makes her happy? "Having fun with family and friends"
What makes her unhappy? "Spiders"
Favourite quote: "It always seems impossible until it's done" Nelson Mandela.
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