Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School

294 Harrow Road, London W2 5AU
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Royal Oak Nursery & Pre-School offers childcare and early years education for children from birth to 5 years old.

The nursery is located on Harrow Road, close to Royal Oak and Warwick Avenue tube stations.

The team of experienced staff plan each day with input from the children. There’s always something exciting happening: open-fire cooking, obstacle courses, science experiments, messy arts play, and more! The children also love getting out into the local community, whether it’s trips to nearby shops or visits to the local care home.

The nursery is bright and spacious, with a large outdoor play area. The on-site chef prepares all meals using recipes from LEYF's nutritious menu.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Shab (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 23

Registered Charity Number

  • 299686

Total Places for Children

  • 65

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

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School Reviews (54)

9.9

Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School has 54 reviews.

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Review from Flaka J (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves this nursery so much - it feels like a home away from home! The team are incredible and go above and beyond to attend to my son and ensure he's thriving! We're really grateful to them all :)
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thanks so much for leaving such a lovely review! We are delighted your son is thriving! Our team at Royal Oak nursery works hard to create a warm and nurturing environment. It means alot to all of us!
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Review from Kinga O (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursery accommodating my children's need
The staff very welcoming and friendly
Home to home environment:)
Nutritional food
Very good care for my children
Wide learning opportunities and trips for children to help them grow
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
We're delighted to hear that you feel so welcome and at home here at Royal Oak Nursery. Our team takes great pride in creating a nurturing, friendly environment where every child can thrive. It's…read more
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Review from Thomas R (Father of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at this nursery are amazing, they engage with kids well and seem really passionate about providing excellent care and a fun, developmental environment for the kids. My daughter settled quickly and well and as a parent I feel safe and confident in leaving my daughter in their care. The nursery
itself is extremely clean and neat, well designed for kids safety and fun and is spacious with a great outdoor play area. The nursery also appears to be well organised and run administratively speaking. I couldn't recommend this place more, it's a great setting for kids of any pre-school age!
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your daughter has settled in so well and that you feel confident in our care. Our team takes great pride in…read more
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Review from H J (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic staff and facilities for baby room. A massive thank you to Salma & Omaymma. Food could be better, especially breakfast. I would like the nursery to look into more nutritional foods for breakfast (like eggs) instead of always giving young babies sugar (corn flakes)! Or perhaps have the choice
to.
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely feedback and kind words about our baby room and staff! We're so glad to know you're happy with the care and facilities.We really appreciate your comments about breakfast…read more
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Review from Ester D (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with my choice. Royal Oak Nursery is a home from home for my daughter (and me!) I was really nervous about her going into nursery at 8 months old, but I had to go back to work and so searched for the most nurturing local environment I could find - and I found it! Everyone who works
at the nursery is warm, knowledgeable, and supportive. The baby room is a hub of fun and love, with many opportunities for the babies to learn and play. They also have an enviable food menu, so I'm reassured she's getting a nutritious diet suitable for a growing child. My daughter adores her nursery and everyone in it, which makes me feel very validated in my choice. She has come on leaps and bounds with her speech, motor skills, social skills (and eating skills) since she started, which I credit largely to Royal Oak. The nursery is new, clean and well-secured. Any communication is transparent, and I love the weekly photo updates!
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're absolutely delighted to hear how happy you and your daughter are at Royal Oak Nursery. It means so much to know that we've helped make the transition…read more
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Review from D C (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the first nursery I sent my son to. Teachers are very nice and friendly. My son is learning to speak some words in English. (We are a family that speaks Spanish.)
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
It's wonderful to hear how impressed you are with your child's learning and development at Royal Oak Nursery! We're delighted to be part of your child's early learning journey!
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Review from Claudia V (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier! Staff of the baby room and of the whole nursery are prepared and extremely caring, our little one has been there since approx 6 months, and she has enjoyed every single day such a nurturing environment! Other pros: fully refurbished building with private garden, lovely manager,
lots of updates and activities shared with parents!
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear you're happy with the care provided by our nursery team at Royal Oak Nursery. Our staff work hard to create a warm,…read more
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Review from E F (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the Royal Oak Nursery since she was 10 months old. We are constantly impressed with the thought and attention that goes into helping the children develop key skills. The staff are warm, friendly, caring and out daughter is extremely happy. We are very happy with her development
and confidence and we hugely have the nursery to thank for this.
The outside space is great and the creative activities planned for the children are impressive.
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It's a joy to watch your daughter grow and thrive with us since she was just 10 months old at Royal Oak nursery! We're so pleased to hear you've noticed the…read more
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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 15 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has been great with my son. Especially settling in, I've been able to watch my son grown and learn so quickly. The staff have been very supportive and helpful. This was my first nursery of choice and I'm glad I got a spot for my son as it's the best decision I've made.
Reply from Shabnam Ahmed, Manager at Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your child is thriving and that you've noticed such positive development. At Royal Oak Nursery, our team works hard to create…read more
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Review from Kinga O (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery, as she has a good relationship with her teachers.
The staff are very nice and understandable.
They serve food that my daughter loves.
Helping my daughter's learning and development journey at all times.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Super friendly staff, my son loves going to nursery and has developed greatly since joining. The staff keep us up to date about how the day went after every pickup and are excellent with the kids.
Thank you Harrow Road Nursery.
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Review from Hannah T (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A friendly and well-run nursery which provides a rich and varied learning experience for the children. We have sent both of our daughters here, and our second is now in the preschool room. We particularly appreciate all the extra activities, which recently included taking the class to the National Portrait
Gallery and China Town. Although the garden is not massive, there is plenty of space for the children, and there is a big focus on outdoor play. I was impressed to see the children can play with a mud kitchen and worm and insect house.
What really stands out for us is the warmth and friendliness of the staff. We feel like they really care for our daughter and she has formed a strong bond with her carers.
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Review from Paul C (Father of Child) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to Harrow Road for two months now, and she’s absolutely loving it! We were a bit worried at first because she was 5.5 months old when she started and could barely sit up, but the staff was exceptionally encouraging and helped her development in so many ways including mobility
and weaning! She is also making a lot of little friends who are very caring and playful with her.
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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The members of staff are fantastic, and my child is really happy to see them. My child has enjoyed his time at the nursery ever since he has started.
As a parent, I am very satisfied with the quality of care, and I also find it very useful that the nursery uses a mobile application they share information
about upcoming events or any other updates about my child.
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Review from Mary Carolin B (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I previously had my first born and now my secondborn attends this nursery. There is nothing more I can say but a really fantastic and dynamic team. Every aspect of this nursery is perfect for what my children need. The staff not only nurtures my child’s skills and abilities but also they are part of
moulding them into being wonderful children. I would choose them over and over again.
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Review from Charlotte R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Currently, my youngest is at this nursery, but my older child also attended. Both children love going to the nursery. The stand-out point I want to make is how cared for they are as individuals. I feel my children are fabulous kids with big personalities, and it comes over that the staff feel the same
way and enjoy their company.
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Review from Nima S (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery - all my kids went and some still are. Amazing staff. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a nursery. My older kids who are in school still talk about their experiences with the nursery.
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Review from R K (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending since January 2024, and I couldn’t been more happy with everything. The food and teachers are so caring. I feel very good when I drop him off in the morning. My son loves the nursery and goes in and comes out always with a smile.
Very happy to be at left Harrow Road.
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thank you to everyone at the nursery!
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son (2 years) has been going to this nursery full-time for over a year now and he seems very happy there. He is fond of all the staff and enjoys the activity-filled days. The staff understands his passions and will work with those to further his learning. I trust that he is in great hands.
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Review from Anne V (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been so happy with this nursery - after trialling two different nurseries, I have really felt like my son has been in excellent hands and in a very practical, kind and nurturing environment. The manager and assistant manager and his classroom teachers in Pre-school have all been very proactive
and responsive. I would recommend this nursery to anyone! The facilities will be even better when the nursery moves back to its original campus.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.907)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10 for Royal Oak Nursery and 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.907 for Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (196 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 215 Ratings = 4.907
  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 Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School is based on 18 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 65 number of registered child places is 13, which has been reached with 18 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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Shab

Shab

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2005

With over 20 years of dedicated experience in childcare, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our nursery. My passion lies in creating environments where children can learn, develop, and grow to their fullest potential. Throughout my career, I've been privileged to make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless families, supporting both children and parents through important developmental milestones. I am committed to providing the highest quality of care, fostering curiosity, and nurturing each child's unique journey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School accepts?

Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School Open?

Royal Oak Nursery and 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 Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School have capacity for?

Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School has capacity for a total of 65 Children.

How far is Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School to the centre of London?

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

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