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‘Teaching methods are highly effective across the nursery, and there is an exciting and rich learning environment, indoors and outdoors.’ Ofsted
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Old Kent Road Nursery and Pre-School (formerly Bird in Bush) provides Early Years education and childcare to children from birth to 5 years old. You can find us in Old Kent Road in Peckham, close to South Bermondsey station. We’re a spacious, airy setting, with separate rooms for different age groups and two gardens.
No day is ever the same with us! The children enjoy science experiments, messy arts play, construction, gardening, cooking and much more. Our caring, experienced team will make sure your child feels safe and secure from their very first day.
We have strong links to the local community and many of our parents actually attended the nursery themselves!
The nursery’s on-site chef prepares home-cooked meals and snacks from LEYF’s nutritious menu.
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Meet the manager
Chelsea, Nursery Manager
My name is Chelsea and I am the Nursery Manager at Old Kent Road and have been part of the Leyf family since 2019. With over 12 years of experience in the early years sector, I bring a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to my role. I firmly believe that children are our future and I am committed to creating a fun, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. I am passionate about providing high-quality care and learning experiences that enable children to grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence.
At LEYF, all staff live our values.
Brave
We are curious, bold and adventurous. We push boundaries and test new ideas, always standing up for the rights of children.
Inspiring
We encourage continuous development for children and staff. We challenge each other to question and explore so we learn together.
Nurturing
We are warm, caring, loving and welcoming. We create safe and homely environments for each child.
Fun
We are imaginative and creative and learn through play.
Miriam, parent at Old Kent RoadWithin a few months, my daughter has flourished thanks to the professionals in the setting, especially her keyworker.
Parent at Old Kent RoadThe staff really are what makes the nursery. They have been supportive, friendly, reassuring and have made this transition back to work easier than I thought possible.
Food and nutrition at LEYF
Healthy eating is important at LEYF. Our chefs, trained at our Early Years Chef Academy, understand children’s specific nutritional needs, and how to encourage children to be adventurous in their tastes. We cater for different dietary requirements and allergies.