Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield

6 Thornsett Road, London SW18 4EN
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  • Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield, London
Nurturing Bright Futures in the Heart of Earlsfield

Abacus Ark Earlsfield provide a safe, stimulating, and homely environment where children aged 6 months to 5 years thrive through play, discovery, and care. Nestled in a friendly residential neighbourhood and just a short walk from Earlsfield Station, it is a haven where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and every child is supported to reach their full potential.

Abacus Arks bespoke curriculum blends the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with hands-on, child-led learning experiences, guided by caring practitioners who know how to engage young minds. From sensory exploration and outdoor adventures to early literacy and numeracy, with a tailored approach to suit each child’s developmental stage.

Abacus Ark prides ourselves on strong parent partnerships, open communication, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like an extension of home. Whether it’s messy play, story time, or celebrating milestones, every day is filled with joy, learning, and connection.

Come and see why families in Earlsfield trust Abacus Ark as the perfect start to their child’s learning journey.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Caryn (Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Fees start from £1,275.00

  • A mininum 3 Days required.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:30
    Tuesday 08:00-18:30
    Wednesday 08:00-18:30
    Thursday 08:00-18:30
    Friday 08:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield Reviews (10)

9.4

Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.417) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield has 10 reviews.

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Review from Holly W (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Abacus Ark Earlsfield has exceeded our expectations. The staff are extremely caring and dedicated. They have really leaned in to the needs of our son and have been very happy to adapt to his needs. Our son has been attending the nursery since July and he is thriving. He is very happy to go each day
and has made special relationships with numerous staff members who all know and care for him so well. It is so comforting to receive personal feedback daily which picks up on our son's specific character traits showing how well they know him. The photos and app updates are a great way of keeping up to date and any msg we send the nursery is responded to very quickly. We couldn't recommend the nursery enough
Reply from Aimee Day, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear how well your son has settled at Earlsfield and that he feels happy, understood and supported each day. Our team put a…read more
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Review from Daisy B (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An amazing nursery, our toddler has come on massively since she started and we're so impressed. The staff are so caring and attentive, there are constant activities and outdoor time, as well as music classes and organic food daily. Your are guided through the onboarding period with updates and extra
pics that really ease your mind as parent. Your child is in the best possible care at AA Earlsfield.
Reply from Aimee Day, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear how much your little one has grown since joining Abacus Ark Earlsfield! Our team takes great pride in creating days filled with care, fun,…read more
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Review from Emmanuelle S (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Abacus since April 2024 and we have kept highly recommending the nursery to other parents. We initially started at Clapham and did the opening at Earlsfield as we were convinced we wanted our son to stay with the Abacus staff.


As expat parents with little support, Abacus is incredibly

important to us. We actually trust them more than anyone else to take care of our son and can see everyday how Abacus help him thrive.


There is a true sense of care and efficient communication with parents. For example, the team has been amazing at supporting us with potty training. Similarly, there were happy to adjust anytime our breastfeeding journey evolved. We are now at a time where we truly value the effort put in offering diverse and developmentally appropriate activities.

Reply from Aimee Day, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're so happy to hear how well your son has settled and how supported your family feels at Abacus Ark. It's wonderful to know our team's care, flexibility,…read more
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Review from M B (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to Abacus Ark for the last 3 months, and has settled in very well, thanks to the caring and supportive staff. She absolutely loves it, and is really excelling there.


The staff are so kind and seem to genuinely love their jobs. They make such an effort to know every childs'

little personality. They give a lovely rundown of their day at pick-up


The rooms are very big and get lots of daylight. They have great activities for the children - sensory baby and development classes, Music classes and they go on at least one outing daily.


We couldn't be happier with Abacus Ark and are so happy to have found such a nurturing and loving setting.

Reply from Aimee Day, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words. We're delighted to hear that your daughter has settled in so well and is thriving at Abacus Ark. Our team takes great pride in creating a…read more
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Review from R F (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are over the moon that our daughter attends nursery here. Everyone who works there is absolutely wonderful and clearly cares so much for the children. Our daughter took a little while to settle but they were so patient and gave her lots of cuddles and support to help her through. She now jumps out
of my arms to get in there. They put alot of thought to the structure of the day and what the babies can learn, as well as things like trips out and music classes.
Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're over the moon to hear how happy your daughter is at nursery and that she now runs in so excited to start her day, that truly makes us smile. Our team…read more
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Review from Lauren R (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery since its opening in February 2025. She absolutely loves it there - adores all the staff and has a fabulous time with all the activities and the outings they take them on. I've noticed a huge improvement in her developmentally since joining : both physically and
verbally and she seems to be excelling whilst there.


The staff make an effort to regularly update parents on the activities via the app and also provide you with a detailed run down of their day at pick up.


Whilst there's no outside space, the rooms are very spacious and the children go on at least one outing daily. The food on offer is also great - very varied and nutritious. Staff and management are also always happy to receive feedback or suggestions and implement any requested change quickly.


Overall we are thrilled our daughter attends Abacus Ark.

Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys nursery life, and it's wonderful to know you've seen such progress in her development. We're glad the updates,…read more
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Review from Montana G (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Abacus Ark! Our son has been going for 4 months now and has the best time. It's clear that he's so well looked after and cared for, and the staff are amazing and super communicative. His key teacher always goes the extra mile and is such a warm and friendly person who lights up my
day every time I see her. She is a superstar!


As a nursery they seem very well organised. It's clear a lot of love and care goes into planning the activities each week and we always receive lovely updates and photos of what they've been up to. I was initially worried about the lack of outside space but they do a big outing each day which means they're able to explore a lot more (vs a lot of nurseries that have tiny outdoor spaces and rarely go out).


I couldn't have asked for a better nursery experience for my son and would recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear how happy your son is at Abacus Ark. Our team truly loves what they do, and it means so much to know it's felt. We'll be sure to pass on…read more
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Review from Adam S (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since the day that our child first started at Abacus Ark, we have been thrilled with the level and standard of care by all staff members. Our child had a number of sleep and dietary issues and the management and team were incredibly flexible in both separate meals for our child and getting them comfortable
for naps during the day. We get regular updates via an app throughout the day of the fun activities that theyve been doing, meals and how much they ate and at drop off and collection the team take the time to let us know how our child is getting along and progressing.
The nursery is immaculate with some great toys and areas for the children to play and whilst the lack of outdoor space can be viewed as a negative, we like the fact that they have to venture to a park to play rather than opening the back door onto some grotty yard.
Our child has made some great friends, loves the staff and is very happy at Abacus.
Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications Executive at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt review, We're absolutely delighted to hear how happy you've been with your child's experience at Abacus Ark. Supporting each child's individual…read more
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Review from Matt C (Father of Child) published on 29 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Abacus have been absolutely brilliant from the very start and we couldn't be happier with our experience. We were a little nervous with our 6 month old starting at such a young age but they have really gone above and beyond to make sure it has been as smooth as possible. The updates and communication
are very well done and they do everything they can to support and align to what we're trying to do at home. The staff are all so lovely and friendly, especially his key teacher who cares so much. He is so happy and smiley at drop off, pick ups, and in all the photos, we couldn't be happier with Abacus Ark Earlsfield.
Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications Executive at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We're absolutely delighted to hear that your experience with Abacus Ark Earlsfield has been so positive from the very beginning. Starting…read more
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really happy with the overall experience. The staff and facilities are great and you can tell that the team really care for the children. We get daily updates and a debrief at the end of the day so it's nice to know what he has been doing and see pictures of him doing different activities throughout
the day. We highly recommend this nursery!
Reply from Aimee, Marketing & Communications Executive at Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you're happy with your experience at Abacus Ark. Knowing that you feel confident in our team and appreciate the care, daily…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.417)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.417) out of 10 for Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 10 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 4.917 for Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield is calculated as follows: ( (110 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.917
  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 4.5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield is based on 10 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. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.5
  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 (4)

Caryn

Caryn

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2024

Meet Caryn – Nursery Manager at Abacus Ark Earlsfield


With over 10 years of classroom and leadership experience, Caryn brings a calming presence, deep expertise, and a true passion for inclusive early years education to our Earlsfield nursery. Her background in Special Needs Education allows her to nurture each child’s unique journey — ensuring every little learner feels seen, supported, and celebrated.


As Manager, Caryn leads with heart and purpose, fostering an environment where both children and staff thrive. She’s one of the many reasons our families feel safe, reassured, and deeply connected to the Abacus Ark community.

Abbie

Abbie

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2024

Meet Abbie – Deputy Manager at Earlsfield


With years of experience in early years education, Abbie brings warmth, energy, and deep commitment to every child in her care.


She’s known for her upbeat, loving nature and her dedication to meeting each child’s individual needs — making every little one feel seen, heard, and supported. Abbie plays a key role in building our nurturing nursery community and supporting families from day one.


Whether it's a gentle hello at drop-off or thoughtful guidance for parents, Abbie is always here to help.

Selina

Selina

Job Title: Deputy Manager Level 1 (Third in Charge) Joined: 2024

Meet Selina


Selina is our incredible Third in Charge at Abacus Ark Earlsfield, and a cornerstone of our nursery family.


With over 9 years of experience in Early Years education, Selina brings a wealth of knowledge, calm leadership, and heartfelt care to every child in her room. She’s not only a strong and organised Room Leader, but also someone who naturally makes both children and parents feel supported, seen, and secure.


From nurturing a child’s first steps in independence to keeping daily routines running smoothly, Selina leads with kindness and consistency, a reassuring presence for both families and the team. She truly understands how to create an environment where children feel safe to grow, explore, and express themselves.

Dan

Dan

Job Title: Finance Manager Joined: 2015

Dan is the Finance Administrator at Abacus Ark and has been with the company for over 10 years. He plays a vital role in overseeing the nursery group’s financial operations and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Daniel is also available to support families with any finance-related questions, including funding options, invoicing, and payment queries. His long-standing commitment and in-depth knowledge make him a reliable point of contact for both parents and staff.

Frequently Asked Questions about Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield

What is the Age Range of Children that Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield accepts?

Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield Open?

Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield is open: Monday 08:00-18:30, Tuesday 08:00-18:30, Wednesday 08:00-18:30, Thursday 08:00-18:30, Friday 08:00-18:30.

How many Children does Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield have capacity for?

Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Abacus Ark Nursery School Earlsfield to the centre of London?

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

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