Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

81 Fulwell Road, Teddington TW11 0RJ
Submit a Review
9.3 18 Reviews
Building Blocks is a double Outstanding Ofsted (2011, 2016) and NDNA South of England Nursery of the Year (2017) setting that provides high quality care and education for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 11 years alongside Full day care, Sessional Preschool, a Before and After-School Club and Holiday Club.

From their Beautiful Babies right through to their Nursery School the curriculum design at Building Blocks is centered around ensuring every child has the knowledge, skills and understanding required to meet the Early Learning Goals (ELG) by the end of their Reception year. Building Blocks works in partnership with parents/carers to promote the learning and development of all children in their care to prepare them for ‘school life.’ Through their knowledge of Child Development and with reference to the Characteristics of Effective Learning and Teaching and the Early Years Outcomes, Building Blocks, delivers their curriculum through the ‘Planning in the Moment’ approach that enables every child that attends to thrive and make progress that is unique to their individual level of development.

You are able to ‘check in’ on your child throughout the day via their web camera system giving you access to all classrooms and outdoor spaces.

Building Blocks provide two home cooked meals (lunch and dinner) and am/pm snacks and have a well thought out, balanced menu which are prepared freshly on site. All meals include fresh fruit and vegetables, high quality meat and poultry and minimal use of sugar.

Building Blocks have a dedicated and long standing team of staff that exceed required government ratios complimenting an effective key carer system.

Building Blocks are located within close proximity to Bushey Park, local transport links and Teddington High Street. Commuting parents will find their setting within easy walking distance of both Fulwell and Teddington Stations.
... Read more
Show Building Blocks Nursery Teddington on the Map

Care Provided by Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Hannah Harris (Early Years Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Building Blocks Nursery Teddington Reviews (18)

9.3

Building Blocks Nursery Teddington has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.331) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Building Blocks Nursery Teddington has 18 reviews.

Overall Experience

  • 17
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 1

Date Published

18
0
1
9
9

Review from Rob K (Father of Child) published on 10 May 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Building Blocks Nursery has been brilliant for our children as they've grown from babies to primary school kids. The staff are always welcoming and we are completely confident letting them look after our kids; the kids are keen to go there. The early years education pre-school was invaluable in helping
getting ready for school and the wrap-around care was invaluable. We are sad to leave. There are too many staff to thank individually - but thank you all!

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have absolutely loved Building Blocks and my child will be sad to leave everyone there when she starts school. She has been there from Beautiful Babies and throughout each stage of her Early Years experience, Building Blocks has cared for her and helped her thrive. She has had wonderful learning
experiences, and access to amazing extracurricular activities and trips and has developed wonderful relationships with the staff and her peers there. We have been so happy with the quality of her care there, that we recommend the nursery to everyone.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from N Q (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very supportive childcare team, my daughter loves to go there for after-school clubs and holiday clubs. She had lots of fun with the staff, they provided different activities and trips for children. Highly recommended.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from M L (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Building Blocks Childcare Teddington has been wonderful for our family. My eldest has attended since September 2022 and has had the best time. She entered in the Premier Pre-school and is now in the Nursery. The extracurricular activities are fantastic (forest school, ballet, swimming, sports and drama).
The teachers and staff are attentive, kind and caring. The food is also fresh every day and delicious! Our youngest has just begun her Building Blocks journey and is in the Top Toddlers. From the initial home visits to the settles, to the day-to-day running, I can’t fault them! We are really grateful to have such a wonderful nursery on our doorstep.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Divya V (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We first moved to Wimbledon a few years ago. Building Blocks have played a big part in helping us through our journey of settling in our children and enabling us as parents to find our feet. My youngest was 4 months and Building Blocks did an amazing job in providing the care and support needed so we
could focus on our day-to-day commitments. Our kids have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Building Block Nursery. We are very thankful to the staff and management for their continued support and assistance throughout our journey. We are very sad to leave BB due to our personal circumstances. We wish we could continue this journey forever however all good things must come to an end as they say.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Heloise C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my sons are in Building Blocks Teddington, one in the baby room and one in the nursery (last year before school). Both are incredibly happy. The staff are fantastic and over the years we have built a really good relationship with them and feel they really care for our children. The activities they
engage the children with are fantastic and for the older ones, there are so many trips (swimming, forest school as well as library visits and local playgrounds). This combined with the individualised care they receive makes it a really brilliant setting.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Selime R (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff, if I could I would give them 100 stars.
Super professional and my son achieves a lot at Building Blocks.
We love them so much and love their hard job.
I can’t thank them enough.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Beth A (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2023
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t be happier with Building Blocks Nursery. Our son joined the Beautiful Babies room in September 2023 and he has been flourishing ever since.
I was quite anxious about enrolling him into a nursery and had been dreading the transition, but the staff made the whole experience so enjoyable.
It has been a pleasure to watch them nurture and encourage our little boy every week.
We are incredibly grateful for everything they do and will recommend them to everyone we can!

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2023
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Building Blocks since December 2020, and my son is due to start next month. I only have good things to say about the level of care, education and attention to detail my daughter has received. She loves going to nursery and adores her educators. She has flourished into a strong,
confident young girl since being at Building Blocks, and I look forward to seeing how she develops further in her final year.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Karioko N (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

After-school club only:
They left my autistic 8yr old at school because they missed him off their register.
I had to leave the office to collect my child.
They graciously refunded the fees for that day and "apologised for any misunderstanding and inconvenience caused".
Disgraceful! Does anyone know
if there was a breach of care here?

Reply from Liz Clayton, Early Years Manager at Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

Thank you for taking the time to share your personal experience of Building Blocks – After School Club. We are sorry that this isolated occurrence has left you feeling that your overall experience of Building Blocks was negative. I have attempted to address this with you personally to reiterate not only the efforts taken to resolve on the day itself but consequently the full procedural review that has taken place to prevent this very unusual circumstance from occurring again. I would be grateful for the opportunity to speak with you directly and discuss this in more detail with you. Please contact me on (email / phone) Kindest regards Liz


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Darren B (Father of Child) published on 25 August 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both our sons were cared for by Building Blocks Childcare since 2016. Our youngest just finished this summer as they will be going to the same school. We have nothing but a positive experience with the nursery and it will sadly be missed. Many of their peers are moving onwards to the same schools which
gives them a nice transition to their next journey with the foundations set so well by Building Blocks Childcare.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing, kind, beautiful, loving staff. Made me and my child at ease every day, always there for anything. Extra resources were brought in for my disabled child, whatever he needed. My son has really improved and progressed massively within the 2 years he has been there.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves the staff at Building Blocks Nursery. They are very loving, caring and gentle with my daughter. Helpful, understanding and willing to assist in every way they can. I gladly recommend this nursery to anyone. I just want to express my gratitude to the staff.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Anna O (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter began preschool in January 2021 and due to lockdown, had been in contact with very few children. However the carers at Buildong Blocks Childcare Teddington ensured that she was eased into her new surroundings gradually and made to feel welcome. Academically, not only has her vocabulary come
on staggeringly but she’s making so much more effort to express her needs and feelings every day. We can also see a massive improvement in her confidence and the way she interacts with her brother at home, which is very clearly a direct reflection of the encouragement to engage with others at nursery. Her enthusiasm to learn grows more each week and it’s just been an all round pleasure to observe. We’re so grateful for the effort and dedication that’s put in and my daughter adores all of the staff. Thank you so much, Building Blocks Childcare Teddington.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter always has a wonderful time at Building Blocks Childcare Teddington and even though she's only currently attending once a week, she always asks if she can go more often! The staff are very kind and thoughtful, I'm always impressed at all the activities they provide and it seems a genuinely
lovely environment where my daughter's confidence has really grown.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Gee (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attended full-time from 2yrs to school age and my son is currently in the pre-school room having been there since the age of 10months. What makes my children happy to go to Building Blocks Teddington day after day are the fun and nurturing staff. They make huge efforts to create stimulating
activities and put a lot of thought into the environment. Before the pandemic the children had regular trips for 'forest school', swimming or just a walk to the garden centre/local train station etc which I really valued. Weekly menus have always impressed me and the kids really enjoy the food. It's well managed from the office admin side too. Where I've wanted key carers to pay particular attention to something they have been very supportive. The outside space isn't as big as I would like but they co-ordinate and rotate well amongst the rooms to make it work well. Building Blocks has been a great start for my kids, thank you.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Matthew C (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two children are currently attending Building Blocks Childcare Teddington and they both love it. The settling in process is thorough and the staff and team really make you feel at ease and confident in leaving your baby with them, they really take the time to get to know your child. The activities
my children take part in daily are enriching and exciting and my four year old doesn’t stop talking about what he’s learnt! Building Blocks Childcare Teddington also offer a range of extra curricular activities, such as forest school and swimming, which is a huge bonus. It’s very clear to see how much they are both benefiting from their time here. The staff are all extremely skilled, knowledgeable and caring with a clear passion for early years education.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from James F (Father of Child) published on 9 March 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughters attend Building Blocks Childcare Teddington. Through the continued care and commitment from their staff, many of which are long standing, they have flourished and are confident learners. Two home cooked meals is a great support, along with the recipes we follow at home too and a big
range of extra curricular activities such as forest school and swimming are weekly favourites. Web cameras provide a reassurance and connection if we wanted and for grandparents too. Highly recommend.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.331)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.331) out of 10 for Building Blocks Nursery Teddington is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 9 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.981 for Building Blocks Nursery Teddington is calculated as follows: ( (106 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.981

  • b) 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 4.35 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Building Blocks Nursery Teddington is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 = 3.9

    • ii) 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. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.45

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Child Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

Awards / Recognitions (3)

Nursery Of The Year 2017

Recipient: Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

Date: Sunday 23 Jul 2017 More details

Ofsted Outstanding

Recipient: Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

Date: Thursday 24 Mar 2016 More details

Ofsted Outstanding

Recipient: Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

Date: Tuesday 08 Feb 2011 More details

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading events

Meet the Team (5)

Hannah

Hannah Harris

Job Title: Early Years Manager

Joined: 2011

My name is Hannah and I am the Early Years Manager for our Teddington Nursery. Since 2007 I have worked in different childcare settings alongside all age groups, my experiences include working within children and young people with complex needs, within youth centres, respite care, and within Early Years settings. I have been working at Building Blocks since October 2011, starting my journey here as a qualified Key Carer and progressing through to Early Years Manager. I have managed both our Kids Club and the main nursery, myself and Liz, the Kids Club manager, work very closely sharing our strengths and experiences across both programs. I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education and have a wide range of experience supporting children’s development. I am extremely passionate about child and staff development and the environments we provide for the children. I thoroughly enjoy spending time within the classrooms, I find this the most effective way to role model quality teaching, support the development of the classrooms and the environment and it gives me the opportunity to get to know the children within their learning environment.

... Read more
Liz

Liz Clayton

Job Title: Early Years Manager

Joined: 2007

My name is Liz and I am the Early Years Manager for Kids Club Teddington. I have worked at Building Blocks since November 2007. During this time I have gained a vast experience with a range of different ages, developing a wider knowledge and understanding of all age groups from babies up to 11 year olds. During my time at Building Blocks I have been given the opportunity to develop as a professional gaining a Level 5 in Leadership & Management. I have been one of the managers in Teddington since September 2014. I have managed both the Main Building and Kids Club during this time.
I have returned from Maternity leave in September 2020, after having my daughter. My son and daughter now both attend Building Blocks and they absolutely love it! Within my role I thoroughly enjoy developing the staff team, the children within the setting and the environment to ensure we provide a stimulating, safe and engaging setting where all children can thrive.

... Read more
Sandra

Sandra O'Donnell

Job Title: Deputy Early Years Manager

Joined: 2014

My name is Sandra. I started at Building Blocks in December 2014 and have an NVQ level 3 in Childcare and Education. I also have a Foundation Degree in Early Years. I will be graduating with a Bachelor Degree in Early Years and Teaching next year! I started my role as a Deputy Early Years Manager in September 2018 and am thoroughly enjoying the role of supporting and developing both staff and children. I am part of the Special Educational Needs team and love to support a wide range of children within their Building Blocks journey.

... Read more
Clare

Clare Ford

Job Title: Operations Manager

Joined: 2006

My name is Clare and I am the Operations Manager for the company. I have over 15 years’ experience within the Early Years Sector, primarily based within nursery settings. I started as a Nursery Assistant back in 2002 and worked my way to the position I hold today! I have experience with all ages ranging from birth to 11 years. During this time I have obtained NVQ levels 3, 4 and 5 in Early Childhood Education, NVQ Levels 4 & 5 in management and have extensive training and experience in Special Educational Needs and Safeguarding.
I have been with Building Blocks since it took over the Teddington site in 2006 and became manager of the setting in 2008. I am very proud to have been a part of our two consecutive Outstanding Ofsted inspections at Teddington and acquiring our most recent accolade of being named the NDNA Nursery of the Year for the South of England in 2017, such a personal and professional achievement. As Operations Manager I am responsible for the overall quality, care and education at the nurseries. I directly manage the Early Years Managers, Early Years HR and Early Years Administrator.

... Read more
Charlotte

Charlotte Hunter-Gaisford

Job Title: Operations Director

Joined: 2001

My name is Lotte and I have been with Building Blocks since it opened its doors on the 3rd September 2001. Having just completed my BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies I was eager to put all my knowledge into practice. I started as a Nursery Assistant and worked my way up to become Nursery Manager in January 2004 of our new Kingston Rd site. In April 2008 I was promoted to Senior Manager for the company with the owners temporary move to America. This evolved into my current role of Operations Director as I took on more and more responsibility within the company.
I have overall responsibility for the quality, care and education within the nurseries and Kids Clubs as well as all customer service aspects within the company. I work closely alongside Clare Ford, our Operations Manager, who directly oversees the Early Years Managers and ensures that day to day operations run smoothly and continue to meet the high standards that we strive for in our pursuit for excellence. It is extremely important to me that I continue to maintain a presence across both our Wimbledon and Teddington sites through formal observations and informal check-ins with the staff. Being able to see first-hand the level at which we are delivering our curriculum and offering my support and guidance when needed forms a crucial element of our reflective practice.

... Read more

Frequently Asked Questions about Building Blocks Nursery Teddington

What is the Age Range of Children that Building Blocks Nursery Teddington accepts?

Building Blocks Nursery Teddington accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Building Blocks Nursery Teddington Open?

Building Blocks Nursery Teddington is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Building Blocks Nursery Teddington have capacity for?

Building Blocks Nursery Teddington has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Building Blocks Nursery Teddington to the centre of Teddington?

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of daynurseries.co.uk. Please contact Building Blocks Nursery Teddington to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Building Blocks Nursery Teddington has an Enhanced Service – more info.