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71 Pelham Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1NX
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30 January 2026
Although our son was ultimately unable to attend this nursery, I felt it was really important to leave a review because of how kind, understanding, and empathetic the team were towards us as a family.
From our very first contact, the staff treated us with compassion and respect. They were
incredibly patient, supportive, and genuinely caring during what was a difficult and emotional time for us. Their communication was thoughtful, reassuring, and never made us feel like an inconvenience but quite the opposite.
It's rare to come across a team who show such humanity and professionalism, even when a child doesn't end up attending. We truly cannot thank them enough for the understanding and kindness they showed us, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to other families. Any child would be very lucky to be cared for by this nurseery
29 January 2026
I was on the fence initially about sending my son to Pelham Dicky Birds as I had heard mixed reviews. After two showing round opportunities I decided to take a chance and hope for the best in October 2025 after hearing of a managerial change and nursery shake up. My son has been there now nearly 6
months and I can honestly say it is the best decision I made. The staff are so friendly and helpful towards not only my son but also myself and his dad. My son has developed so much in such a little time since being there with the range of activities they offer. So pleased I trusted my gut and went with Dicky Birds Pelham. Will be recommending to other parents looking for a safe place to send their child.
16 January 2026
My daughter started at Dickie Birds Pelham Road at around 11 months and is now 2 years. She loves going to nursery and the team at DB do so much for the children - from the children baking cakes for each other's birthdays to sensory play and arts and crafts. In particular, we love that DB is one of
the few nurseries in the area that take them out on regular trips (even in the toddler room) including to a farm, Southpark Gardens, the Fire Station and a supermarket. Since Jess has taken over as manager, there has been a real sense of community at DB with her holding several parent/family events and the staff seem happier and motivated.
13 November 2025
We have been thoroughly impressed with Dicky Birds Pelham Road Nursery. Over his time there, we have watched our son grow in confidence and independence, developing a strong sense of routine and self-assurance.
The nursery offers a rich and varied programme of activities, including PE and dance
classes, as well as regular excursions around Wimbledon - from visits to the fire station to trips to the farm.
The children are also encouraged to respect and contribute to their community through meaningful experiences such as visiting the local care home and helping to keep our parks clean by picking up litter.
Parents are warmly included through thoughtfully organised events, giving us the opportunity to share in the wonderful environment our children enjoy every day.
Dicky Birds Pelham Road is truly an outstanding nursery, with exceptional teachers and dedicated management. We are deeply grateful for the care, attention, and encouragement they provide to our son.
31 October 2025
Overall, we are happy sending our child to Dicky Birds Pelham.
It's been a rocky road, with high turnover of staff- change in management and unsatisfactory levels of care during the earlier years of attending the nursery.
However, since Jess has taken over as the manager we have seen so much
positive change and progress. She's brought a new level of dynamism and professionalism. The staff seem happier and are delivering great care.
We adore our child's key worker- she is so fantastic and always ensures that they have a really great day full of fun packed activities.
So all in all, we are much happier than when we started our journey with Dicky Birds and would recommend this nursery to other parents.
29 October 2025
We knew from Maddie's first day that this was the best nursery for her because of the lovely people that work here. She's only been here for a month or so but she is so well looked after (even on very little sleep still!) which makes it so much easier for us to get used to someone else looking after
her such a lot of the time. The fact that everyone takes time to tell us about her day when we pick her up, let us know if anything seems off, and give us little photo updates so often honestly is a dream for us parents! Special thanks to lovely Rosie who seems to really understand Maddie's little personality and looks after her so well!
27 June 2025
My child has been happily attending the nursery since May; it is rewarding to leave and collect him with a smile. The staff are attentive to his needs, and the management team has been welcoming and approachable.
31 March 2025
Our son has been going to the nursery for the past 9 months or so but he took quite some time to settle in. I can say that the staff there have been excellent from the very outset - extremely caring, empathetic and tuned into his needs I can say that he has gone from having a lot of anxiety during
drop offs to now looking forward to going to nursery. He now speaks very fondly of his carers there and feels very engaged. The personalised attention to little details has made this transition possible - from the daily visits to the park and other places of interest to children (Such as train station, library etc) to the food they serve (my son is vegetarian and a fussy eater but the staff have gone out of the way to make him special food that he likes). We can now see the transformation at home in how he sits down and eats by himself! In terms of picking up social and communication skills, he has had a steep learning curve over the past few months.
01 October 2024
My son has been going to the nursery for the last 6-7 weeks. The care and empathy with which the staff manage their day-to-day operations are very good. My son has taken some time to settle but the nursery has been so cooperative in working with us as a team to ensure he likes the place. They even
went to the extent of coming home one day to meet him in his familiar surroundings to help him adjust. The approach overall is so warm and friendly. Another example of personalised attention is ordering toys that he is familiar with so that he feels comfortable and at home. Even in terms of food, they always ask what he likes and prepare food outside of the set menu for him. They also provide regular updates on the app. I am impressed with this nursery's approach and feel that all the carers and nursery managers there genuinely show an interest in a child's development. I can safely leave my son in their care and know that he will blossom there and learn many new skills.
05 June 2024
My son has been in this nursery for the last 18 months. The management and staff there are all genuinely caring and attentive. My son has grown and developed significantly in his social and communication skills. Although he was initially hesitant and reluctant, my son is now happy to attend daily
and in fact looks forward to meeting the carers and his friends. The nursery has a continuous improvement approach - recently, they have revamped indoor and outdoor facilities - the new outdoor play area looks fabulous and ready just in time for the warmer weather; they have improved staffing levels; and listened actively to concerns and feedback of parents; started home learning activity kits, etc. Older kids also benefit from additional PhysEd lessons which is welcomed. Meanwhile, I would love to see more learning activities for 2-3-year-olds such as music, and languages in addition to the arts and crafts activities and play. Overall, I'm happy with Dicky Birds and hope to see it continue to flourish.
14 March 2024
My daughter started this nursery when she was 10 month old. I could say that she grew up in Dicky Birds Pelham Road. She had been in this place for almost 4 years, she stayed in every room across the nursery, in every stage she was well looked after by the teachers. The staff were always attentive
and super caring! The food was great and varied. The building was completely renovated - amazing facilities. I really liked seeing regular updates and pictures on the app. Now she's in reception, but she alway says that she would like to go back to the nursery to see her teachers. She loved them deep in her little heart. Thank you for all the staff, you've all been very kind to my daughter. I would highly recommend this nursery.
08 February 2024
My daughter attended this nursery and it was absolutely brilliant! The only reason we had to leave is because we moved overseas. She started in the baby room then moved to sparrows then the robin room.
My daughter would usually walk in without saying bye. This is how much she liked the place. The
staff were always attentive and super caring! The food was great and varied. The building was completely renovated - amazing facilities. I really liked seeing regular updates and pictures on the app. The management changed since we first started and improved a lot in terms of communication and parent updates. My little girl thrived there so much! She learnt so many new skills. I was always amazed at how quickly she picked up new words and learnt to sing nursery songs. The lady from the baby room is a superstar. Special thank you as well to two ladies for looking after our little girl so well. I would highly recommend this nursery.
24 November 2023
We had a positive experience overall. The staff and carers took great care of the children. Management were always available to help with any concerns we might have and really tried to make our son’s time at the nursery a safe and positive experience.
They had lovely outings and fun celebrations in
key holidays and our son loved when little pets were brought in to learn about and play with.
The only thing we might have liked is a bit more structured activities, where all children are invited to participate, specially those who are more introverted.
24 November 2023
As a father who works away a lot, it was important that we found a nursery for our son where he was comfortable and cared for, Dicky Birds did just that. We have recently moved out of London and I can honestly say that despite having great friends and living in a lovely area, the hardest part about
relocating was knowing our son would have to leave Dicky Birds and its fantastic staff. In short, I would highly recommend.
10 November 2023
Very happy. Our child adores her amazing carers. They give her presents and they upload the most beautiful photos of her. She learns so much. We’ve actually added her in an extra day as she’s so happy there!
24 October 2023
My son is really happy. The management has been brilliant in identifying his needs and transitioning him to the Woodpecker room. He absolutely loves the level of engagement and activities in that room. And is learning a lot it seems. Thank you to the manager for your leadership and to the rest of
the team for personalizing the support to his needs.
11 October 2023
This nursery has gone through lots of changes over the last two years, and we too have had a bit of an up and down journey with them. There are many things we were super happy with: The menus are excellent and our child always ate very well. They make potty training simple and fun. They truly
ignited our child's love for all things arts and crafts. The building was thoroughly renovated, so is now a welcoming and safe space for the children. My main problem with the nursery is the lack of (relevant) communication. It wasn't always this way, in the beginning there was a monthly newsletter, a daily photocopy sheet detailing the day's activities and areas of focus and they also shared photos almost daily. After a new communication app was introduced, any meaningful communication slowly stopped and all was left was a real time log of toilet visits and meal times. They do a fine job keeping your child occupied while you work, but I'd say there is some room for improvement too.
10 October 2023
My daughter has attended Dicky Birds for the last eighteen months and she is thriving there. She loves all the staff and her friends. They have been particularly helpful with her potty training and got her comfortable with using the potty really quickly. They spend lots of time in the garden and
doing activities outdoors which is great for my little one. It’s great watching my child learn and grow in a safe and happy environment.
07 August 2023
Such a lovely nursery. My little boy started attending four months ago and with their help settled in so quickly and absolutely loves being there. The app showing the meals, nappy changes etc. is great and the staff are so good at getting in touch to inform me of even the smallest things. Would
recommend to mum friends.
05 April 2023
We had two children attending Dicky Birds Pelham for the last year and have absolutely loved it. The staff is so kind and loving, my children talked about everyone there all the time. They looked forward to going, which made drop off a breeze.
Latest Reviews for Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool Wimbledon, Pelham Road
30 January 2026
Although our son was ultimately unable to attend this nursery, I felt it was really important to leave a review because of how kind, understanding, and empathetic the team were towards us as a family.
From our very first contact, the staff treated us with compassion and respect. They were
incredibly patient, supportive, and genuinely caring during what was a difficult and emotional time for us. Their communication was thoughtful, reassuring, and never made us feel like an inconvenience but quite the opposite.
It's rare to come across a team who show such humanity and professionalism, even when a child doesn't end up attending. We truly cannot thank them enough for the understanding and kindness they showed us, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to other families. Any child would be very lucky to be cared for by this nurseery
29 January 2026
I was on the fence initially about sending my son to Pelham Dicky Birds as I had heard mixed reviews. After two showing round opportunities I decided to take a chance and hope for the best in October 2025 after hearing of a managerial change and nursery shake up. My son has been there now nearly 6
months and I can honestly say it is the best decision I made. The staff are so friendly and helpful towards not only my son but also myself and his dad. My son has developed so much in such a little time since being there with the range of activities they offer. So pleased I trusted my gut and went with Dicky Birds Pelham. Will be recommending to other parents looking for a safe place to send their child.
16 January 2026
My daughter started at Dickie Birds Pelham Road at around 11 months and is now 2 years. She loves going to nursery and the team at DB do so much for the children - from the children baking cakes for each other's birthdays to sensory play and arts and crafts. In particular, we love that DB is one of
the few nurseries in the area that take them out on regular trips (even in the toddler room) including to a farm, Southpark Gardens, the Fire Station and a supermarket. Since Jess has taken over as manager, there has been a real sense of community at DB with her holding several parent/family events and the staff seem happier and motivated.
13 November 2025
We have been thoroughly impressed with Dicky Birds Pelham Road Nursery. Over his time there, we have watched our son grow in confidence and independence, developing a strong sense of routine and self-assurance.
The nursery offers a rich and varied programme of activities, including PE and dance
classes, as well as regular excursions around Wimbledon - from visits to the fire station to trips to the farm.
The children are also encouraged to respect and contribute to their community through meaningful experiences such as visiting the local care home and helping to keep our parks clean by picking up litter.
Parents are warmly included through thoughtfully organised events, giving us the opportunity to share in the wonderful environment our children enjoy every day.
Dicky Birds Pelham Road is truly an outstanding nursery, with exceptional teachers and dedicated management. We are deeply grateful for the care, attention, and encouragement they provide to our son.
31 October 2025
Overall, we are happy sending our child to Dicky Birds Pelham.
It's been a rocky road, with high turnover of staff- change in management and unsatisfactory levels of care during the earlier years of attending the nursery.
However, since Jess has taken over as the manager we have seen so much
positive change and progress. She's brought a new level of dynamism and professionalism. The staff seem happier and are delivering great care.
We adore our child's key worker- she is so fantastic and always ensures that they have a really great day full of fun packed activities.
So all in all, we are much happier than when we started our journey with Dicky Birds and would recommend this nursery to other parents.
29 October 2025
We knew from Maddie's first day that this was the best nursery for her because of the lovely people that work here. She's only been here for a month or so but she is so well looked after (even on very little sleep still!) which makes it so much easier for us to get used to someone else looking after
her such a lot of the time. The fact that everyone takes time to tell us about her day when we pick her up, let us know if anything seems off, and give us little photo updates so often honestly is a dream for us parents! Special thanks to lovely Rosie who seems to really understand Maddie's little personality and looks after her so well!
27 June 2025
My child has been happily attending the nursery since May; it is rewarding to leave and collect him with a smile. The staff are attentive to his needs, and the management team has been welcoming and approachable.
31 March 2025
Our son has been going to the nursery for the past 9 months or so but he took quite some time to settle in. I can say that the staff there have been excellent from the very outset - extremely caring, empathetic and tuned into his needs I can say that he has gone from having a lot of anxiety during
drop offs to now looking forward to going to nursery. He now speaks very fondly of his carers there and feels very engaged. The personalised attention to little details has made this transition possible - from the daily visits to the park and other places of interest to children (Such as train station, library etc) to the food they serve (my son is vegetarian and a fussy eater but the staff have gone out of the way to make him special food that he likes). We can now see the transformation at home in how he sits down and eats by himself! In terms of picking up social and communication skills, he has had a steep learning curve over the past few months.
01 October 2024
My son has been going to the nursery for the last 6-7 weeks. The care and empathy with which the staff manage their day-to-day operations are very good. My son has taken some time to settle but the nursery has been so cooperative in working with us as a team to ensure he likes the place. They even
went to the extent of coming home one day to meet him in his familiar surroundings to help him adjust. The approach overall is so warm and friendly. Another example of personalised attention is ordering toys that he is familiar with so that he feels comfortable and at home. Even in terms of food, they always ask what he likes and prepare food outside of the set menu for him. They also provide regular updates on the app. I am impressed with this nursery's approach and feel that all the carers and nursery managers there genuinely show an interest in a child's development. I can safely leave my son in their care and know that he will blossom there and learn many new skills.
05 June 2024
My son has been in this nursery for the last 18 months. The management and staff there are all genuinely caring and attentive. My son has grown and developed significantly in his social and communication skills. Although he was initially hesitant and reluctant, my son is now happy to attend daily
and in fact looks forward to meeting the carers and his friends. The nursery has a continuous improvement approach - recently, they have revamped indoor and outdoor facilities - the new outdoor play area looks fabulous and ready just in time for the warmer weather; they have improved staffing levels; and listened actively to concerns and feedback of parents; started home learning activity kits, etc. Older kids also benefit from additional PhysEd lessons which is welcomed. Meanwhile, I would love to see more learning activities for 2-3-year-olds such as music, and languages in addition to the arts and crafts activities and play. Overall, I'm happy with Dicky Birds and hope to see it continue to flourish.
14 March 2024
My daughter started this nursery when she was 10 month old. I could say that she grew up in Dicky Birds Pelham Road. She had been in this place for almost 4 years, she stayed in every room across the nursery, in every stage she was well looked after by the teachers. The staff were always attentive
and super caring! The food was great and varied. The building was completely renovated - amazing facilities. I really liked seeing regular updates and pictures on the app. Now she's in reception, but she alway says that she would like to go back to the nursery to see her teachers. She loved them deep in her little heart. Thank you for all the staff, you've all been very kind to my daughter. I would highly recommend this nursery.
08 February 2024
My daughter attended this nursery and it was absolutely brilliant! The only reason we had to leave is because we moved overseas. She started in the baby room then moved to sparrows then the robin room.
My daughter would usually walk in without saying bye. This is how much she liked the place. The
staff were always attentive and super caring! The food was great and varied. The building was completely renovated - amazing facilities. I really liked seeing regular updates and pictures on the app. The management changed since we first started and improved a lot in terms of communication and parent updates. My little girl thrived there so much! She learnt so many new skills. I was always amazed at how quickly she picked up new words and learnt to sing nursery songs. The lady from the baby room is a superstar. Special thank you as well to two ladies for looking after our little girl so well. I would highly recommend this nursery.
24 November 2023
We had a positive experience overall. The staff and carers took great care of the children. Management were always available to help with any concerns we might have and really tried to make our son’s time at the nursery a safe and positive experience.
They had lovely outings and fun celebrations in
key holidays and our son loved when little pets were brought in to learn about and play with.
The only thing we might have liked is a bit more structured activities, where all children are invited to participate, specially those who are more introverted.
24 November 2023
As a father who works away a lot, it was important that we found a nursery for our son where he was comfortable and cared for, Dicky Birds did just that. We have recently moved out of London and I can honestly say that despite having great friends and living in a lovely area, the hardest part about
relocating was knowing our son would have to leave Dicky Birds and its fantastic staff. In short, I would highly recommend.
10 November 2023
Very happy. Our child adores her amazing carers. They give her presents and they upload the most beautiful photos of her. She learns so much. We’ve actually added her in an extra day as she’s so happy there!
24 October 2023
My son is really happy. The management has been brilliant in identifying his needs and transitioning him to the Woodpecker room. He absolutely loves the level of engagement and activities in that room. And is learning a lot it seems. Thank you to the manager for your leadership and to the rest of
the team for personalizing the support to his needs.
11 October 2023
This nursery has gone through lots of changes over the last two years, and we too have had a bit of an up and down journey with them. There are many things we were super happy with: The menus are excellent and our child always ate very well. They make potty training simple and fun. They truly
ignited our child's love for all things arts and crafts. The building was thoroughly renovated, so is now a welcoming and safe space for the children. My main problem with the nursery is the lack of (relevant) communication. It wasn't always this way, in the beginning there was a monthly newsletter, a daily photocopy sheet detailing the day's activities and areas of focus and they also shared photos almost daily. After a new communication app was introduced, any meaningful communication slowly stopped and all was left was a real time log of toilet visits and meal times. They do a fine job keeping your child occupied while you work, but I'd say there is some room for improvement too.
10 October 2023
My daughter has attended Dicky Birds for the last eighteen months and she is thriving there. She loves all the staff and her friends. They have been particularly helpful with her potty training and got her comfortable with using the potty really quickly. They spend lots of time in the garden and
doing activities outdoors which is great for my little one. It’s great watching my child learn and grow in a safe and happy environment.
07 August 2023
Such a lovely nursery. My little boy started attending four months ago and with their help settled in so quickly and absolutely loves being there. The app showing the meals, nappy changes etc. is great and the staff are so good at getting in touch to inform me of even the smallest things. Would
recommend to mum friends.
05 April 2023
We had two children attending Dicky Birds Pelham for the last year and have absolutely loved it. The staff is so kind and loving, my children talked about everyone there all the time. They looked forward to going, which made drop off a breeze.